"Since we launched the original 'Pop Idol' in England, I've remained close with Simon Fuller. Working as executive producer on 'American idol' for its first seven years not only was an inspirational journey into the heart of American pop culture, it opened my eyes to the untapped potential of the incredibly dynamic young people in this world."
"The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart."
Helen Keller on Inspirational"It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light."
Aristotle Onassis on Inspirational"Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant."
Robert Louis Stevenson on Inspirational"Try to be like the turtle - at ease in your own shell."
Bill Copeland on Inspirational"Find a place inside where there's joy, and the joy will burn out the pain."
Joseph Campbell on Inspirational"There's no question 'Amazing Race' is a beautifully produced show."
"And what is a stage dad, or a stage mom? It's someone who's protective. That's all."
"In my lifetime, I've discovered a great many incredibly talented individuals. Some have achieved stardom. Simultaneously, I've seen many dreams shattered, egos destroyed and lives changed forever. The end destination may well be fame and fortune, but the road to stardom is littered with broken hearts."
"Since I've been in the U.S. I've lost the back of my heart, 15 ft. of intestine and my marriage - and God, I miss my intestine."
"And what is a stage dad, or a stage mom? It's someone who's protective. That's all."