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.

The US version of Simon Cowell’s entertainment talent show saw Piers being a judge for six years and the opportunity came after he was fired from the Daily Mirror in 2004.

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 TalkTV where he hosts his own weeknight programme.

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. Ofcom also received over 800 comments in support of him.
Piers Morgan’s career has been filled with controversial moments and bold opinions. His time as a judge on America’s Got Talent showcased his no-nonsense approach to judging and his ability to spot true talent. While some may see him as arrogant and judgmental, others appreciate his honesty and journalistic eye for talent.

One of Piers’s most famous moments on America’s Got Talent was when he championed Susan Boyle, a humble Scottish singer who took the world by storm with her incredible voice

Despite her lack of professional experience, Piers saw something special in Susan and helped propel her to international stardom.

After his successful run on America’s Got Talent, Piers went on to co-host Good Morning Britain on ITV for six years.

His time on the morning show was not without controversy, as his candid opinions often sparked backlash from viewers.

His departure from the show in 2021 was a result of his refusal to apologize for his comments about Meghan Markle.

Moving on from Good Morning Britain, Piers joined the News Corp television channel Talk TV, where he now hosts his own show. His loyal fans have followed him to his new venture, eager to hear his take on current events and entertainment news.

Despite the controversies that have followed him throughout his career, Piers Morgan remains a popular and influential figure in the world of television and media. Love him or hate him, there’s no denying his impact on the entertainment industry.

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