Glee meanie Sue Sylvester 'inspired by Simon Cowell'

Jane Lynch's 'Glee' character is inspired by Simon Cowell.

Wed, 19 Jan, 2011 - 20:25

Jane Lynch's 'Glee' character is inspired by Simon Cowell.

The 50-year-old actress – who plays scathing cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester on the US TV show – believes there are many similarities between the teacher and the straight-talking talent show judge.

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