Simon Cowell spies on his neighbours

Simon Cowell has started using a telescope to spy on his Hollywood neighbours.

The music mogul became inspired to keep up with goings-on in the area after watching classic movie 10, which saw Dudley Moore starring as a Peeping Tom.

"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," Cowell revealed. "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."

Cowell lives close to a number of stars, including Britney Spears, Leonardo DiCaprio, John Travolta and Christina Aguilera.