Sharon Osbourne Departs from 'The Talk' Amid Racism Allegations

Sharon Osbourne has officially departed from ‘The Talk’ following allegations of racism. The TV personality faced significant backlash after expressing support for Piers Morgan, who made controversial remarks about Meghan Markle’s interview with Oprah Winfrey. Additionally, former co-host Holly Robinson Peete’s past claims of racism against Osbourne prompted an investigation that temporarily halted the show.

CBS released a statement confirming Osbourne’s departure, noting that the incidents during the March 10 broadcast were distressing for everyone involved, including viewers. The network emphasized that Osbourne’s conduct towards her co-hosts did not reflect their commitment to a respectful work environment. Having been a part of ‘The Talk’ for all 11 seasons, her exit marks a significant change for the show.

Controversy Surrounding Support for Piers Morgan

Osbourne’s support for Morgan, who had resigned from ‘Good Morning Britain’ after facing backlash for his comments regarding Markle, led to further scrutiny. During a heated exchange on ‘The Talk’, Osbourne defended her friendship with Morgan, questioning the accusations of racism against him. In response, CBS acknowledged that their production team failed to prepare the co-hosts adequately for a sensitive discussion on race.

Plans for Equity and Inclusion Training

In the wake of the controversy, CBS announced plans for workshops and training sessions focused on equity, inclusion, and cultural awareness for the show’s hosts and crew. However, Osbourne’s apology, in which she stated she does not condone “racism, misogyny or bullying,” came too late to mend the situation. She later expressed feeling blindsided by the network during the discussion, a claim CBS denied.

Following her apology, Peete reminded the public of a previous incident where Osbourne allegedly criticized her for being “too ghetto” for the show. A representative for Osbourne declined to comment on her exit, as ‘The Talk’ prepares to resume original episodes on April 12.

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Summary

Sharon Osbourne has left ‘The Talk’ amid allegations of racism and backlash for supporting Piers Morgan. CBS announced her exit following an investigation into her conduct, emphasizing that it did not meet their standards for a respectful workplace. The network plans to implement training on equity and inclusion for the team.