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- Underwood’s outreach after Ozzy Osbourne’s death
- Why she hesitated before calling
- Recounting the 2021 on-air clash that changed everything
- Underwood’s appeal for help to heal the divide
- Sharon’s recollection and her apology claims
- Where both sides stand now
- Key moments in the dispute, in brief
- Broader context: why the Markle debate mattered
- How colleagues and personalities fit into the reconciliation effort
- Public reaction and unanswered questions
- Potential obstacles to making peace
Sheryl Underwood says she has tried to bridge a fracture with Sharon Osbourne, reaching out after Ozzy Osbourne’s death and asking others to help patch a rift that began with a heated on-air exchange over Meghan Markle. The move came during a recent segment on The View, where Underwood described mixed feelings, caution about contact, and a willingness to make amends.
Underwood’s outreach after Ozzy Osbourne’s death
Sheryl Underwood revealed she attempted to contact Sharon Osbourne soon after Ozzy died of a heart attack in July 2025. The comedian described the gesture as an attempt to offer comfort during a painful time for the family.
She told her cohosts she still feels a degree of affection for Sharon. Underwood stressed that years of sitting side-by-side on a daytime show forge real bonds.
Why she hesitated before calling
Underwood explained why she was reluctant to pick up the phone earlier.
– She worried that a voicemail could be misinterpreted.
– She feared private words might be leaked or replayed in the press.
– She preferred silence over risking further harm.
Underwood framed her restraint in moral terms. She said she would rather stay quiet than cause ongoing pain, noting the weight of personal accountability.
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Recounting the 2021 on-air clash that changed everything
The split between the two women traces back to a March 2021 episode of The Talk. The row unfolded after Sharon defended controversial remarks made by Piers Morgan about Meghan Markle. Underwood challenged Sharon about the defense, and the exchange quickly escalated on live television. CBS paused the show to review the incident, and ultimately determined Sharon’s conduct did not match the network’s standards. Sharon departed the program soon after.
Underwood’s appeal for help to heal the divide
During the program, Underwood asked for others to step in and help reconnect the pair. She mentioned names and suggested public figures might broker a reunion. She said reconciliation is possible and that she does not want the relationship to stay broken. Underwood admitted she has not always handled things perfectly and welcomed outside assistance to facilitate a conversation.
Sharon’s recollection and her apology claims
Sharon Osbourne has said she apologized to Underwood after the incident, though she indicated the apology was reluctant. She told an interviewer she only issued an apology because family members urged her to do so. Sharon has also said she tried to call Underwood and that she recorded evidence of the outreach. The two accounts remain at odds in some details.
Where both sides stand now
On The View, Underwood reiterated she feels some affection for Sharon despite the fallout. She indicated that grief over Ozzy’s passing prompted a renewed desire to connect. At the same time, she remains cautious about how any reconnection would be perceived or used by media outlets.
Key moments in the dispute, in brief
- March 2021: Tension erupts on The Talk during a debate over remarks about Meghan Markle.
- Network response: CBS temporarily halts the show and conducts an internal review.
- Sharon’s exit: The network concludes her behavior is out of step with its values; she leaves the program.
- Post-incident: Sharon says she apologized; Underwood says she did not accept or respond then.
- July 2025: Ozzy Osbourne dies, prompting renewed outreach from Underwood.
Broader context: why the Markle debate mattered
The row tapped into larger cultural tensions. Discussions about Meghan Markle have been polarized in media and public life. For many viewers, the exchange on The Talk became emblematic of workplace conflict spilling into public view. Underwood framed her objection as a defense of Meghan’s dignity and of colleagues who come from similar communities.
How colleagues and personalities fit into the reconciliation effort
Underwood asked the show’s panel and other media figures to help bring the women together. She suggested radio and talk personalities could act as neutral intermediaries. The appeal showed a desire for a mediated, controlled conversation rather than spontaneous public exchanges.
What would a mediated reunion need?
- A neutral setting away from live broadcast pressures.
- Clear ground rules about privacy and recording.
- Trusted moderators who both parties respect.
Public reaction and unanswered questions
The outreach has renewed interest in the public about whether the two will reconcile. Representatives for both parties have not provided new statements to the press. Viewers and industry insiders are left wondering whether grief can reopen a path to reconciliation, and whether either party will agree to a mediated sit-down.
Potential obstacles to making peace
Several factors could slow or block a reunion: lingering hurt from the 2021 exchange, concerns about media framing, and doubts about whether apologies were sincere. Underwood’s statements reveal both hope and hesitation. She made clear she values their shared history but fears public misunderstanding.
