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'I was born to be a dad... it would be cool to have two or three!': Simon Cowell admits he's hooked on fatherhood as he heads to London to introduce Eric to his family

PUBLISHED: 20:52 EST, 5 March 2014 | UPDATED: 06:02 EST, 6 March 2014

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They were once an item, and have stayed friends ever since.

So it’s no surprise that Simon Cowell gave his first sit down interview with Extra’s Terri Seymour to discuss his new role as a father to his baby son Eric.

And Simon - who was pictured on Wednesday leaving his Miami hotel with Lauren Silverman to jet back to London - has revealed to Terri that he believes he was 'born to be a dad'.

'I was born to be a dad!': Simon Cowell talks to former flame Terri Seymour about baby Eric and reveals he'd like MORE children

So proud: Cowell has enjoyed showing Eric off as he holidayed in Miami with girlfriend Lauren Silverman

Getting into the sling of things: Extra's Terri Seymour - who recently broke her arm while out in Miami - probed Simon about being a dad

The 54-year-old star welcomed his first child Eric into the world with his girlfriend Lauren last month, and he insists he always knew he'd make a good father one day.

Speaking in his first television interview since the birth on February 14, Simon revealed all to Terri, who was recently involved in an 'simple' accident in Miami leaving her with a broken arm.

The music mogul, who has two Yorkshire Terriers Squiddly and Diddly, was reduced to tears when he locked eyes on his son for the first time and he was surprised by the immediate love he had for him.

Homeward bound: Cowell and Lauren Silverman were seen boarding a private jet with baby Eric at Opa Loca airport as they head to London to meet his famuily

The glamorous life: Cowell seen aboard his private jet

We'll miss you Papi: Simon's dogs stay behind with a member of his team

Simon Cowell's first interview since baby Eric's birth

How many?! Simon confessed to Terri that he hasn't ruled out the idea of baby Eric having a little brother or sister

London bound: On Wednesday, Lauren and Simon were seen out with Eric leaving Miami Beach Hotel to return to London

He explained: 'I actually said to Lauren beforehand, "What if I like the dogs more than him?" and she said, "You're gonna be absolutely fine," and then literally within seconds of him being born, I got it!'

The couple named their baby boy - who was born in New York City - after Simon's late father Eric and will soon take the tiny tot over to England to meet the 'X Factor' boss' mother Julie for the first time.

Cheeky! Simon had a glint in his eye as he was interviewed by his former flame Terri Seymour

Heading back to London on Wednesday, it will no doubt be the first time that baby Eric will meet his mother Julie, and brother Tony.

Speaking about his mum, Simon said: 'I think she's told the whole village ... she's really excited. I look at him, Eric, and I think of my dad all the time, so it's a really good thing.'

Must love dogs: Simon appeared to be a little word out as he walked his two pups, leaving Miami on Wednesday

Busy man: While he was on his way out Simon stopped to look at a gift given to him by a fan as well as say goodbye to a pal

Whatta guy: It appeared Simon agreed to pose a piece of artwork given to him by a fan

Meanwhile, Simon has already thought about having more children as he'd like little Eric to have a brother or a sister to play with.

He explained: 'I wouldn't rule out [more children]!'.

Adding: 'Well, I got Squiddly and Diddly, and I couldn't imagine Squiddly or just Diddly...I had a brother when I was younger, so I kind of think it's cool to have two or three... two.'

Expanding the family? Simon and Lauren Silverman, pictured here earlier this month enjoying themselves in Miami

Some things never changed: Simon revealed that Terri has broken her arm in Miami after fallen over soon after her arrival

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JoRo, Los Angeles, United States, 9 minutes ago

Lauren has forever secured her place in the harem. Now if she can just have the 2 more that Simon wants, then she will be set for life. I feel sorry for the older son.

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SusanB, Riberas, Mexico, 22 minutes ago

Being a dad his way is pretty easy. Keep doing whatever you want and drag your wife and baby along.

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Guest, OC, 34 minutes ago

"'I was born to be a dad... it would be cool to have two or three!'" __________ Oh no, a Cowell colony full of shirtless Moobs!

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taters, Kent, United Kingdom, 35 minutes ago

all that money and still can't get somebody to take his trousers up properly.

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ZMetha, London, United Kingdom, 37 minutes ago

It's Soooh obvious Lauren Silverman has been paid to have his baby. I wonder just how much she got paid... Lucky woman....unlucky child to have such a mother. Lauren S. didn't bother to hold her child to feed him which would give that poor baby painful trapped wind.She appears to be a very selfish and cold hearted woman . One of the loveliest, warmest things in life, is to feed a small baby milk. They nestle right into your arms and look straight into your eyes when they are drinking. No doubt Simon has an army of nannies at hand to look after Eric. Hopefully Simon will now realise that it's not just all about money.

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Dionyssia, Bradford, United Kingdom, 1 hour ago

I read some time ago a prediction that Simon would have a life changing experience. I guess this is it. Right or wrong a little person is now in the world and life moves on. It is not really for anyone to judge. Aren't there a few quotes in the bible saying 'Judge not lest thou be judged.' 'He who is without sin, cast the first stone' and 'Take the plank out of your own eye before removing a splinter from others'? Simon will have to answer for his actions one day as do we all . He could have had nothing to do physically with Lauren when she told him she was pregnant but he looks to be taking his responsibilities seriously. I hope this has changed him for the better and been the catalyst for him to re-evaluate his life and make it more meaningful. Good luck to them all.

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Surely Knott, Cambridge, United Kingdom, 47 minutes ago

How naive!

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Emily, Manchester, United Kingdom, 1 hour ago

I cant bear to read anything more about this awful couple. She cant even be bothered to hold the baby while feeding him - he is not even 4 weeks old! And her first child long forgotten.

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Mel, London, 1 hour ago

I thinks its terribly sad that Lauren has introduced the baby to everyone, except his new brother. And now shes in the UK it will be even longer until Adam he sees Eric. What utterly selfish people