Simon Cowell has began his recovery following a “six-hour” surgical procedure on his broken back.
The 60-year-old was hospitalised on Saturday, after he fell off his electric bike in Malibu.
A spokesperson for the X Factor judge said he is “under observation and is doing fine” following the operation.
A source told The Sun that Simon was nearly paralysed by the injury, stating: “He could have been looking at a life in a wheelchair.”
“He was testing out his new bike with Eric and Adam and the power of it surprised him a bit.”
“He fell back directly onto his back and immediately knew he was in trouble. He was in a bad way.”
“It was a really, really bad fall — but he’s very lucky to have escaped with the injuries he has,” the insider added.
“Ultimately he has had a very, very serious accident,” the source continued.
“He’s lucky to be even in the state he is in with a metal rod in his back and multiple breaks.”
“It’ll be several weeks for the bruising and swelling to go down and then we’ll know how serious the lasting effects could be.”
The entertainment mogul updated his fans on his injury this morning, tweeting: “Some good advice… If you buy an electric trail bike, read the manual before you ride it for the first time.”
“I have broken part of my back. Thank you to everyone for your kind messages.”
“And a massive thank you to all the nurses and doctors. Some of the nicest people I have ever met. Stay safe everyone Simon”.
And a massive thank you to all the nurses and doctors. Some of the nicest people I have ever met.
Stay safe everyone
Simon.— Simon Cowell (@SimonCowell) August 10, 2020
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