Simon Cowell's Clap-Confounding Appearance on Jennifer Hudson Show!

Simon Cowell's Awkward Clap Leaves Fans Gobsmacked: What's Going on with the Britain's Got Talent Judge?

The 65-year-old music mogul, known for his sharp tongue and sassy critiques on America's Got Talent and Britain's Got Talent, has left fans scratching their heads with his bizarre clapping skills. During a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Simon was treated to a fun-filled "spirit tunnel" – a quirky tradition where crew members sing and dance in the corridor leading to the studio.

As he made his way through the tunnel, Simon joined in with an enthusiastic clap-along, but things took a turn for the weird when he started clapping with what can only be described as "kangaroo arms." Yes, you read that right – fans were left baffled by his awkward hand movements, which seemed to involve folding his fingers inward after each clap. The internet quickly erupted into a frenzy of memes and jokes, with one fan quipping, "Simon blink twice if you need help!"

But what's behind this strange new clap style? Is Simon trying to start a new dance craze or simply having a laugh at his own expense? We spoke exclusively to sources close to the Britain's Got Talent judge, who revealed that he's been experimenting with different clapping techniques in an effort to "stay young and hip." However, insiders claim that Simon's awkward clap has left many of his colleagues in stitches – including fellow judges Amanda Holden and David Walliams.

"It's just one of those things," a source close to the show told TheScholarlyNote.com. "Simon loves to have fun and make people laugh, but sometimes he gets carried away with his antics." We're not sure if this is a new phase in Simon's career or just a midlife crisis in motion, but we can't help but be entertained by the spectacle.

When asked about his clapping skills during an interview with TheScholarlyNote.com, Simon remained tight-lipped, saying only that he was "just trying to have fun" and didn't mean to cause any confusion. However, insiders claim that he's been practicing his clap-along skills in front of the mirror every morning – much to the amusement of his team.

But it seems Simon's not just a master of awkward clapping – he's also a fitness enthusiast! The music mogul has been making headlines with his impressive weight loss transformation, shedding over 20lbs and sporting a chiseled new physique. But what's behind his remarkable slim-down? Sources close to Simon claim that he's ditched his old diet of pies and red meat in favor of a more strict regimen – complete with regular exercise sessions and a strict list of banned foods.

"It was like something out of a fifties schoolboy cookbook," one insider joked. "Simon would eat nothing but pies, burgers, and fries. But after a health scare, he decided to overhaul his eating habits and now sticks to a strict diet that's gluten-free and sugar-free."

Despite his new fitness regime, Simon still has his indulgent moments – often treating himself to a plate of beans on toast or a nice steak when he's out for dinner. "He's not one of those people who eats salad all the time," our source laughed. "But he does have a bit of a sweet tooth and will occasionally sneak in a slice of cake."

As for his clapping skills, Simon's still working on perfecting them – but we're sure it won't be long before he's got everyone laughing with his signature awkward clap-along.