Bucky Covington “Hates To See” Simon Cowell Leave “American Idol” Bucky Covington, who got his big break on season 5 of American Idol, performed last night at an Idol watch party in Mobile, AL. Fans of the hit show gathered to watch this season’s finale, which also concludes judge Simon Cowell’s run on the famed singing competition. After his performance, Bucky shared his thoughts on Simon and why he hates to see him go… Tags: Bucky Covington