It was like orderin a hamburger and getting only the buns" (After Brooke White of season 7 on american idol sang the song 'Hero' by Mariah Carey)

I've always been petrified of working for a boss who I didn't like but who I was in fear of, because I wanted my salary.

When someone asks, 'Does success make you into a monster?' I always say, 'No, it enables you to be a monster.'

You don't go into anything contemplating failure, because if you did, you wouldn't make it.

I thought the first two seasons of America's Got Talent were good. I think this one is the best one by a mile because they - you see the difference this year, I think, with the crowd being effectively the fourth judge. But most importantly, I think that these shows have to have a relevance because if you're not finding stars at the back of these shows - whether it's Idol or Got Talent - they're a complete waste of time.

There's no need for me to get married. I live with someone; we're happy; end of story.

There's one argument that says we shouldn't be putting these kids on under the age of 16. I think you've got to take it case by case.