Is American Idol is Simon's show?

I don't understand how these "American" shows have Brit judges.

lillasie on January 11, 2010, 5:07 am

He's got the money.

kelbat on January 11, 2010, 5:13 am

No the creater is also names simon but its not him

gamm on January 11, 2010, 5:49 am

Yes..

bluebaby33 on January 13, 2010, 10:51 am

Yeah but he's leavings to start an American xfactor

Lauren on January 17, 2010, 10:19 am