Sharon Osbourne has apologized for comments she made on The Talk concerning Meghan Markle's racism allegations.
Taking to Twitter yesterday (March 12), the TV personality said she had been reflecting on the situation and wanted to reiterate that she has "deep respect" and "love" for the Black community.
Addressing the Black community, she said: "I am truly sorry. I panicked, felt blindsided, got defensive & allowed my fear and horror of being accused of being racist take over."
Osbourne went on: "There are very few things that hurt my heart more than racism so to feel associated with that spun me fast!"
She then clarified: "I do not condone racism, misogyny, or bullying", before pointing out: "I will always support freedom of speech, but now I see how I unintentionally didn't make that clear distinction."
CBS is currently conducting an investigation into the episode, with the network stating in a statement on Friday.
"We are committed to a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All matters related to the Wednesday episode of 'The Talk' are currently under internal review."
In the episode, The Osbournes star defended her friend and Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan after he cast doubt on Markle's allegations against the Palace.
The Duchess of Sussex said she had encountered racism in the Royal Family and had experienced suicidal thoughts amid the lack of support she received.
Morgan resigned from GMB after refusing to apologize for his remarks, branding Markle a liar, which led to over 40,000 viewer complaints.
The Talk co-host Sheryl Underwood had asked Osbourne during the episode: "What would you say to people who may feel that while you're standing by your friend, it appears you gave validation or safe haven to something that he has uttered that is racist, even if you don't agree? Am I saying it right?"
In response, Osbourne said: "Educate me, tell me when you have heard him say racist things?"
She continued: "I very much feel like I'm about to be put in the electric chair because I have a friend, who many people think is a racist, so that makes me a racist?"
Osbourne went on to say: "How can I be racist about anybody or anything in my life," before uttering expletives.
Following a commercial break, the 68-year-old continued to demand an explanation as to how Morgan's remarks were racist, adding: "And don't try and cry, because if anyone should be crying, it should be me."
The discussion in the episode was prompted by a tweet Osbourne wrote in support of Morgan. She wrote: "@piersmorgan I am with you. I stand by you. People forget that you’re paid for your opinion and that you’re just speaking your truth."
