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And a year ago he thought he had "zero chance" of it ever happening!

But due to his contribution to the music industry - not to mention his work for the Haiti earthquake victims - the American Idol judge is to be knighted this year.

After all, Susan Boyle was discovered on his show and she was the breakout singer of last year!

Additionally, former Prime Minister Gordon Brown recommended Simon Cowell for knighthood. Congrats!