Simon Cowell didn’t read manual before breaking back in horrific bike accident

Simon Cowell admitted that he didn’t read the manual for his new electric bike before suffering a horrific accident on his first ride.

The 60-year-old X Factor boss was rushed to hospital after he fell off his new electric bike while testing it at his home in Malibu over the weekend.

The music mogul later revealed that he had broken part of his back during the accident.

Sharing an update on Twitter about his fall with his 11.3 million followers, Simon had nothing but praise for the medical staff that helped him after his fall.

He also joked that he should have read the manual before jumping on his new electric bike.

Simon wrote: “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.”

In a second post he added: “And a massive thank you to all the nurses and doctors. Some of the nicest people I have ever met. Stay safe everyone Simon.”

A spokesperson for Simon revealed that the television boss had “broken his back in a number of places”.

However, the talent show judge is said to be “doing fine”.

Simon then underwent a six-hour emergency surgical procedure on Saturday, that included having a metal rod put into his back.

The America’s Got Talent star has also been inundated with well wishes from celebrity friends and fans following the nasty accident.

“I’ve been thinking about my dear friend all day and luckily I’m able to write that he’s had his operation and he’s doing really well,” wrote Amanda Holden.

“My family and I wish you a speedy recovery and send you, Lauren and Eric all our love.”

America’s Got Talent co-star Sofia Vergara also wrote: “We miss our boss!! Come back fast @simoncowell!!”

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