Simon CowellSimon Cowell has revealed he loves to spy on his Hollywood Hills neighbours.

The X Factor and American Idol judge recently bought a telescope after watching Dudley Moore’s film 10, which involves Dudley’s character keeping a close eye on parties at his porn producer neighbour’s house.

Simon told the Mirror: “I saw that Dudley Moore film and it was great. Afterwards, I got a telescope installed in my kitchen so I can spy on people [too].”

“I look out over the Hollywood Hills into my neighbours’ gardens. It’s an amazing view. It isn’t powerful enough to see into their homes - so you can’t see them in the shower - but you can see into their gardens.”

“It’s great fun. I just like to keep an eye on what is happening.”