American Idol Report: Simon Cowell near new 'Idol' deal that will add U.S. 'X Factor' 09/24/2009 Simon Cowell is reportedly close to finalizing a new deal to continue serving as an American Idol judge and also bring his The X Factor U.K. reality series stateside. Read More RELATED NEWS Kelly Clarkson reunites original 'American Idol' judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson'American Idol' was "one of the worst decisions I've ever made," says former judge Ellen DeGeneresCrystal Bowersox and husband Brian Walker announce divorce TAGS: American Idol The X Factor Paula Abdul Cheryl Cole Simon Cowell
