'I miss her' Sharon Osbourne's ex co-star reflects on her abrupt exit after Meghan debate

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Sharon Osbourne quit The Talk after a row with Sheryl Underwood, who questioned her about backing Piers Morgan, 57, following his treatment towards Meghan Markle, 41.

Now, her former co-star has broken her silence about her departure and their friendship.The 58-year-old presenter told People: "I miss her."You can't work with somebody for all that time.

I have an equation that I use — time plus distance equals clarity."When you work in daytime with somebody, 220 shows, four days a week, traveling with them, talking to them, you can't forget that."Last year, Sheryl and Sharon had a heated discussion about racism following Piers' comments about Meghan.Jeremy Clarkson makes savage swipe at Meghan in tribute to the QueenOn Good Morning Britain, Piers ranted about Meghan's comments made in an interview with Oprah Winfrey, which caused him to clash with Alex Beresford.The couple made a series of remarks about his relatives, one of which they claimed a family member said they had concerns about son Archie's skin colour.The Duchess of Sussex also candidly revealed that she had suicidal thoughts during her time in the palace.

On the show, Piers said he didn't believe a word Meghan had said as he ranted about her remarks.After refusing to apologise for his behaviour, which caused 50,000 Ofcom complaints, he later announced he had left the show.Taking to Twitter that evening, Sharon tweeted: "@piersmorgan I am with you.