CBS has postponed the return of the daytime series ‘The Talk’ for a second time as they continue to investigate allegations against co-host Sharon Osbourne.
The show was initially temporarily halted following controversy surrounding Osbourne’s support of Piers Morgan, which led to several allegations of racism by current and past hosts.
The hiatus was extended days later, and the show was scheduled to return March 22, but will be on hiatus for at least another week.
“Everyone is in the dark and wants this to be over,” said a network spokesperson. “There is still no clear understanding of what the outcome will be. They need to research all of these things thoroughly. There is a lot of new leadership and they don’t want to repeat the days of Les Moonves where things were often ignored and let go. They are investigating all charges. “
For her part, the Brit has denied allegations that she called previous presenter Julie Chen ‘wonton’ and that she labeled Holly Robinson-Peete as ‘too ghetto’ for the show.
The 68-year-old has also notified the police and greatly strengthened her security after receiving threats to herself, her family and even their pets.
However, she did excuse for her comments about Morgan after defending his rant about Meghan Markle’s mental health, sparking a heated on-air discussion between her and co-host Sheryl Underwood.
Osbourne was recently accused of spreading lies about her co-hosts, but has found a supporter in singer Cyndi Lauper.
“I’ve known her for a long time and I don’t believe she’s racist,” the “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” singer declared on social media on Thursday.
She added, alongside a photo of herself and Osbourne hugging each other: ‘I understand she may have spoken wrong, used the wrong words and behaved in ways that hurt others. She may even have declined her apology. But I do believe she is genuinely trying to make things right. “