Cowell urges Jackson to consider 'Idol' performance

'American Idol' judge Simon Cowell has urged Michael Jackson to consider an appearance on the TV talent show ahead of his comeback gigs in London this summer - insisting he'd be foolish not to perform on the hit programme.

Jackson has announced a 50-date residency at London's O2 Arena, which will begin in July - and music mogul Cowell has proposed the King of Pop gives America a thrill with a showcase on Idol first.