American Idol 'American Idol' judge Simon Cowell says Bob Dylan 'bores me to tears' 01/11/2007 "American Idol" judge Simon Cowell has responded to reports that Bob Dylan wanted to join the series by claiming the U.S. singer "bores me to tears." Read More RELATED NEWS Chris Sligh, former 'American Idol' finalist, reveals he is battling Covid-19 and pneumoniaJordin Sparks and husband Dana Isaiah welcome first child togetherJordin Sparks "in shock" and "numb" following deaths of four loved ones in a week TAGS: American Idol Kelly Clarkson Simon Cowell Bob Dylan