Sharon Osbourne, 62, has become a media darling since first appearing on MTV’s The Osbournes in 2002. Since then, she’s served as a judge on America’s Got Talent, appeared on NBC’s Celebrity Apprentice and is currently one of the hosts of the CBS weekday chat fest The Talk.
It’s a new year, and you’ve lost 25 pounds on the Atkins diet.
“Losing 25 pounds, especially at my age, takes longer than when you’re in your 20s, 30s and 40s.”
Which of the accomplishments of your children (Aimee, Kelly and Jack) have made you the proudest?
“I’m proud of my kids no matter what, whether they have successful careers or they don’t. I am proud of them as human beings because they’re good people.”
How are you and Ozzy taking to being grandparents of Jack’s 2-year-old daughter, Pearl?
“It’s the best. It’s been a gift to us, and I want to be as healthy as I can because I don’t want to be left out of the fun. I want to be a part of what she does.”
What about The Osbournes returning to TV on VH-1?
“It’s an update on what we’re all doing now, how the family has grown, looking back on the way we were and the way we are now. We hope to do about six to eight episodes, and then, in another five years, give another glimpse.”
You’ve always been very outspoken. Do you ever regret some of the things you say?
“I don’t want to hurt people with my opinion, so if I hurt people, it’s not something I intend to do. I like to be outspoken. I’m not afraid to say anything.”