The Edge: Mr. Nasty says he’s sorry

CHARLOTTE, N.C.- Simon Cowell is publicly apologizing for his harsh and insulting comments towards contestants during his time as one of the original judges on American Idol. During an interview with the New York Times, Cowell acknowledged that his persona contributed to the show’s popularity, but he said he regrets the emotional impact his words had on contestants. When asked about the “line between bluntness and humiliation,” Cowell said, “That’s why I changed over time.”