Sharon Osbourne Replaced! 'The Talk' Viewers Approve Jerry O'Connell Despite Co-Hosts' Objection Amid "The Talk" co-hosts' disapproval of Sharon Osbourne's replacement, the show's viewers think that Jerry O'Connell should stay. Weeks after Osbourne officially left her post, "The Talk" immediately moved forward by finding a perfect celebrity to replace her. While the panel is an all-female group, O'Connell is set to break the rule by joining them for good. According to The Sun, the 47-year-old "Stand By Me" actor nears final negotiation to become a permanent host. In the past weeks, he has been working for "The Talk" Men of May segment.