CBS says Sharon Osbourne’s heated discussion about race, spurred on by her previous support for Piers Morgan, over Wednesday’s episode of ‘The Talk’ is now being reviewed.
“We are committed to a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. All matters relating to the Wednesday episode of ‘The Talk’ are currently being assessed internally,” a spokesman for the network said in a statement to Fox News.
Osbourne made headlines on Wednesday for her exchange with Sheryl Underwood, co-presenter of ‘The Talk’. The two spoke with Amanda Kloots and Elaine Welteroth about the intense setback Morgan received this week for his controversial comments about Meghan Markle following the Duchess and Prince Harry’s sit-down interview with Oprah Winfrey.
During the discussion on Wednesday, the 68-year-old wife of Ozzy Osbourne clarified her support for Morgan, which she initially posted on Twitter. She explained that although she does not agree with Morgan’s opinion, she supports it.
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“I know he has the right to say what he feels during the interview because we have the right to say and everyone has the right to say with freedom of speech what they feel,” she said according to Entertainment Tonight . ” “Did I like everything he said? Did I agree with what he said? No, because that’s his opinion. That’s not my opinion.”
CBS is reviewing Wednesday’s episode of ‘The Talk’ starring Sharon Osbourne to explain her earlier support for Piers Morgan.
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Osbourne continues: “But why is it because for years I have been supporting a longtime friend and work colleague of mine that everyone goes, if you support him, then you have to be racist because he is racist?”
Co-host Kloots said: “It’s always really hard when you see a good friend go through a difficult situation, and you know them on another level and really know their personal heart and their thoughts,” he added. at that she understands why the former reality star would reach out to support her old partner.
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Underwood, however, says he tried to talk to Morgan about how his criticism of the Duchess of Sussex has ‘racist implications’.
“He does not want to understand how Meghan was treated as racist and then says … ‘I do not see it as racist – I do not believe what she is going through’ – it’s that white claim, privilege it makes it on himself racist, ‘said the comedian. “So when you say, ‘I stand with you,’ how do you address people who say you stand with racism? I’m not saying you are.”
Welteroth said it would have been an opportunity for Osbourne to ‘stand up for anti-racism’.
‘When we give passes or give space to people who say harmful, harmful things, that’s what we do [permitting] that, “she said.” And I think that’s what people are responding to. “
Osbourne then asked: “So if I like Piers and he is considered racist, am I racist? Is that what you are saying?”
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The other women explained that they did not see it that way, but did see how Morgan’s comments – specifically that he does not believe Markle’s allegations that include racism and mental health struggles – are racist.
“You have the rest of your opinion, but if you bypass her experience and you do not acknowledge the experience of racism, distract your attention with all this other information about being a royal,” Welteroth said.
Osbourne insisted on social media on Friday to issue a lengthy statement in which she explained that she had thought a bit.
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“After sitting with your comments and sitting with my heart, I want to address the discussion on The Talk this past Wednesday. I have always been embraced with so much love and support from the black community and I have deep respect and love for the “I’m really sorry for anyone of color I offended and / or for anyone who feels confused or let down by what I said,” Osbourne’s statement began.
She went on to say that she “felt panicked, blinded, defensive and allowed my fears and horrors to be accused of being racist.”
“There are very few things that hurt my heart more than racism, to connect with it quickly! I’m not perfect, I’m still learning like the others and will continue to learn, listen and do better,” Osbourne said. said. statement continues.
The co-presenter of the “Talk” then condemns racism.
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“Please hear me say that I do not approve of racism, misogyny or bullying. I should have been more specific about it in my tweet. I will always support freedom of speech, but now I see how I did not inadvertently make it clear. I hope that together we can continue to learn from each other and from ourselves so that we can all continue to pave the way for much-needed growth and change. The community on this platform means a lot to me. I hope we can all love each other other than accountability, compassion and love during this powerful time to pave the way for so much needed change, ”she concluded.
Fox News’ Nate Day contributed to this report.