Sharon Osbourne Defends Herself Against Amanda Holden’s Criticism, Highlights Music Industry Achievements
Sharon Osbourne Responds to Amanda Holden’s Comments
Sharon Osbourne has fired back at Amanda Holden after the Britain’s Got Talent judge called her “bitter and pathetic” in response to Osbourne’s comments about Simon Cowell. In a lengthy social media post, Osbourne defended her status in the music industry and claimed that Holden was “ill-informed” about her accomplishments.
Osbourne’s Music Industry Credentials
Osbourne emphasized her extensive experience in the music industry, citing her work with prominent bands such as Electric Light Orchestra, Motorhead, and Black Sabbath. She highlighted her role as a producer of the hit reality show “The Osbournes,” for which she received an Emmy Award. Osbourne also mentioned the success of Ozzfest, a music festival she founded with her husband, Ozzy Osbourne, which ran for 24 years.
Osbourne’s Contribution to X Factor
Osbourne addressed Holden’s claim that she was “bitter” towards Simon Cowell, stating that she was the one who provided musical credibility to the X Factor franchise. She claimed that her contributions helped establish Cowell’s music empire and that Cowell “NEEDED ME” for the show’s success.
Osbourne’s Financial Independence
Osbourne responded to Holden’s suggestion that she had made her fortune from Cowell’s television shows by revealing that her wealth was primarily due to her own endeavors and her husband’s successful music career. She stated that the money she earned from X Factor was insignificant compared to the income she had already accumulated.
Osbourne Warns Amanda Holden
Osbourne concluded her post with a warning to Amanda Holden, stating that she should refrain from making comments about her lifestyle and achievements. She accused Holden of being “ill-informed” and “sycophantic” towards Cowell.
Amanda Holden’s Defense of Simon Cowell
Holden’s initial comments came in defense of Cowell, who had been the subject of criticism from Osbourne and former X Factor judge Louis Walsh. Holden called their comments ”
dissing
” and accused them of being ungrateful for the opportunities Cowell had given them.
The Ongoing Feud
Osbourne’s response has further escalated the feud between the two television personalities. It remains to be seen how Holden will react to Osbourne’s scathing remarks and whether the conflict will continue to simmer.