Sheryl Underwood has expressed her belief that there remains an underlying affection between herself and Sharon Osbourne, following their tumultuous exchange during a live broadcast of The Talk in March 2021. Underwood, who was a guest co-host on The View on 10 March, addressed the status of her relationship with Osbourne, particularly in the wake of the death of Osbourne’s husband, Ozzy Osbourne, in July 2025.
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During her appearance on The View, the 62-year-old comedian reflected on their past conflicts and indicated that she had attempted to reach out to Osbourne following the loss of her husband. “I still believe there’s some love between me and Sharon Osbourne,” she stated, reinforcing her enduring affection for her former colleague. “I love her,” Underwood added, pointing to the personal connections forged through years of collaboration.
Despite their public feud, Underwood acknowledged the challenges of communication in their line of work. “Sometimes you find out, your coworkers or colleagues might not react the way you hope,” she explained. “You don’t sit next to somebody for that amount of time without developing some sort of bond.” She indicated that public scrutiny often creates hesitancy in reaching out. “I would rather remain quiet than unintentionally hurt someone further,” she said, underscoring her concern about how messages might be interpreted within the industry.
The fallout between Underwood and Osbourne originated from a heated discussion on racism that took place on The Talk on 10 March 2021. During this exchange, Osbourne defended her friend Piers Morgan’s remarks regarding Meghan Markle’s interview with Oprah Winfrey, which sparked considerable controversy. According to Underwood, she plans to elaborate on her feelings surrounding this incident in her upcoming book.
Sharon Osbourne, who joined The Talk as one of its original panelists in 2010, exited the show in 2021 after the incident. The programme was subsequently cancelled in December 2024. In a subsequent interview in 2024, Osbourne expressed reluctance to apologise to Underwood, feeling that she had done nothing wrong in the situation. She later revealed that it was her son who persuaded her to reach out and apologise, a gesture she claims Underwood did not acknowledge.
On The View, Sunny Hostin prompted Underwood to reflect on Osbourne’s statements regarding their falling out. Underwood noted, “I sat next to her for years, and I do believe when she’s hurt, she’s genuinely hurt.” She admitted that both of them might have handled the situation differently and acknowledged the lessons learned from the experience.
Underwood, engaging in light-hearted banter with co-host Joy Behar, also articulated her decision to avoid further confrontation during their argument. “We represent women,” she emphasised, reminding viewers of the importance of unity among women in public discussions. “If they see us fighting each other, they may not recognise our potential to engage constructively.”
As Underwood continues to navigate her professional journey, the ongoing reflections regarding her relationship with Osbourne highlight the complexities of personal dynamics within public life. The evolving narrative suggests potential reconciliation, although both parties appear to remain cautious about moving forward openly.
The View broadcasts on weekdays at 11 a.m. ET on ABC, providing updates and discussions about current events and celebrity news. As Underwood prepares to delve deeper into her experiences, fans and viewers alike await further insights into the former Talk co-hosts’ relationship and the lessons gleaned from their encounters.