Former Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan previously served as a judge on Seasons 1-6 of America’s Got Talent.
Piers Morgan has revealed why Simon Cowell hired him as a judge for America’s Got Talent. The journalist spoke to Jordan B Peterson in an exclusive interview about his career.
Speaking about when he got the call-up two years later, Piers said: “When Simon Cowell hired me […] he said you’re just as arrogant, obnoxius and judgemental as me.”
He said that Simon wanted someone who was “not afraid to give strong opinions” but also had a “journalistic eye for talent” who would put pop stars on the front page.
Piers added: “I’ve never been a juggler or a fire-eater, or any experience with piano-playing gigs, but what I was good at was identifying acts that a mass audience would like.”
Piers also appeared on Britain’s Got Talent and was famously on the judging panel that made Susan Boyle an international superstar.
The Scottish singer had never sung professionally outside of her town and after her audition, she became a world-wide sensation and as of 2021 she has sold 25 million records.
Following his stint on America’s Got Talent, Piers spent six years on ITV’s Good Morning Britain. He l eft in 2021 and was announced as a new presenter of the News Corp television channel Talk TV where he hosts his own weeknight prog ramme.
Piers left his ITV role over refusing to back down after calling Meghan Markle a “liar” on Good Morning Britain following her interview with Oprah Winfrey.
He later quit his position as Life Stories host in the same year.
Watchdog regulator Ofcom received over 54,000 complaints from viewers, but Piers was cleared of doing any wrongdoing. Of com also received over 800 comments in support of him.
Piers Morgan’s career has been a rollercoaster of highs and lows, but one thing remains constant – his ability to make waves in the entertainment industry. After being fired from the Daily Mirror in 2004, he found a new calling as a judge on America’s Got Talent.
It was Simon Cowell who saw something in Piers, something that mirrored his own arrogance and blunt honesty. Piers didn’t just judge the contestants, he had a keen eye for talent that would resonate with a mass audience.
His time on Britain’s Got Talent solidified his reputation as a talent spotter, most notably with Susan Boyle’s astounding rise to fame. Susan’s audition was a moment that will be forever etched in television history, and Piers played a pivotal role in her success.
His ability to identify acts that would captivate audiences set him apart as a judge with a keen journalistic eye.
Following his departure from America’s Got Talent, Piers made his mark on Good Morning Britain, where his controversial opinions often sparked debate among viewers. His unapologetic nature came to a head when he clashed with Meghan Markle, leading to his controversial exit from the show.
Despite the backlash, Piers stood his ground and found a new platform on Talk TV, where he continues to engage audiences with his no-holds-barred approach.
Piers’ career is a testament to his resilience and unwavering commitment to his principles. Love him or hate him, there’s no denying that he has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. As he continues to forge his path in the media landscape, one thing is for certain – Piers Morgan is a force to be reckoned with.
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