Sharon Osbourne Leaves U.K. X Factor After Criticizing Child Contestants During Interview

Sharon Osbourne is saying goodbye to The X Factor — for now.
The longtime judge of the British version of the reality competition series, which she first joined in 2004, confirmed her departure in a statement on Facebook Sunday, saying she “decided to pass on the series this year.”
“After watching the new season #XFactor unfold, I’ve seen the new judges finding their rhythm and are doing brilliantly,” began Osbourne, 65. “Simonwas so gracious to fin