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Tina Campbell

Simon Cowell responds after fans say his ‘AI deepfake’ clapping looked ‘awkward’ on Jennifer Hudson Show

Simon Cowell has said he “absolutely loved” taking part in The Jennifer Hudson Show’s famous “spirit tunnel” entrance, though viewers at home were far more distracted by his unusual clapping style.

The 65-year-old music boss walked through a corridor of singing crew members belting out The Greatest Showman while he clapped along. His movements, with fingers folding inward and arms held stiffly at his sides, sparked a flurry of jokes once the clip was shared online.

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