Sharon Osbourne is facing backlash after appearing to support an upcoming rally led by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, a move that has now prompted a major charity to cut ties with her.
Osbourne, 73, came under fire after commenting on an Instagram post promoting Robinson’s “Unite the Kingdom” march, scheduled in London on May 16. The video, shared by Gauci Reports, showed Robinson (whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon), encouraging supporters to attend what he described as another large-scale demonstration in the capital, according to UNILAD.
In the clip, Robinson says: “It’s the date the world hears our roar, and that we have had enough of migration and mass immigration and the oppression from a tyrannical government.”
Osbourne then commented, writing: “See you at the march.”
“Political activity like this runs counter to our values”
That comment has triggered consequences. UK homelessness charity Centrepoint confirmed it has now cut ties with Osbourne, stating it has “no plans to work together in the future.”
In a statement reported by The Independent, a spokesperson said: “Political activity like this runs counter to our values and our long history of supporting young people regardless of their background, religion or ethnicity.”
They added: “If we want young people to thrive in this country, then we need to ensure our society continues to allow them to live without fear and to access the opportunities they need to start education or work and leave homelessness behind.”
Sharon Osbourne’s political interest
Osbourne had previously been involved with Centrepoint through an Omaze campaign. While she had been described as an ambassador in connection with that initiative, the charity has clarified she was “not an official ambassador.”
Meanwhile, Robinson – who co-founded the English Defence League – was released from prison in May 2025 after serving seven months for contempt of court. The case followed a libel ruling brought by Syrian teenager Jamal Hijazi, after Robinson continued to repeat claims about him despite being ordered to stop. He had originally been sentenced to 18 months.
The upcoming rally is also expected to draw opposition. Previous counter-protests– including a “March Against Fascism” organized by Stand Up To Racism – have seen demonstrators gather with signs reading “Refugees welcome” and “Oppose Tommy Robinson.”
Osbourne’s apparent support for the event comes shortly after she spoke about potentially entering politics herself. Addressing the idea of running in local elections in Birmingham, she said: “This has nothing to do with racism. I think I’m gonna move to Birmingham and put my name down for the ballot to be on the council. I’m serious.”
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