Anderson Cooper here, and let me tell you, this story will touch your heart. Sara Gilbert’s final day on The Talk wasn’t just any goodbye—it was a moment filled with love, laughter, and a whole lot of tears. Her daughter, Sawyer, decided to make the occasion unforgettable by writing and performing an original song just for her mom. Can you imagine how emotional that must have been?

A Farewell to Remember

On Friday, August 2, the CBS daytime show bid farewell to Sara Gilbert after nearly a decade of entertaining and inspiring audiences. The 44-year-old actress and TV personality was joined on stage by her teenage daughter, Sawyer, her wife, musician Linda Perry, and longtime cohost Sharon Osbourne. What Sara thought was going to be a simple performance of “Shallow” turned into something far more meaningful. “I didn’t think ‘Shallow’ was special enough, so I wrote you a song,” Sawyer said with pride. And with that, the 12-year-old unveiled her heartfelt tribute titled “Mama.”

Sawyer’s Emotional Song

“‘Cause Mama, I love you, you make my everyday, oh Mama, I love you, please don’t ever go away,” Sawyer sang, her voice full of emotion. Watching from the sidelines, Sara tried her best to hold back the tears, but it was impossible. The Roseanne alum couldn’t help but be moved by her daughter’s words, a touching reminder of the bond they share. It’s moments like these that remind us why family is so important, even amidst the chaos of showbiz.

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Sara’s Family Life

Sara shares her daughter Sawyer, as well as son Levi, 14, with her ex, TV producer Allison Adler. Although the couple parted ways in 2011, they remain close co-parents. In 2014, Sara tied the knot with musician Linda Perry, and together they welcomed their first child, Rhodes, now 4, in 2015. It’s clear that family has always been at the center of Sara’s life, and her decision to step away from The Talk reflects her commitment to balancing her career and personal life.

A Difficult Decision

Back in April, Sara announced her plans to leave the show to focus more on her family. “This is hard to do. This is something that I have been struggling with for a while, and going back and forth, but I’ve decided that it’s time for me to leave the show at the end of this season,” Sara shared with her cohosts and viewers. She expressed her love for the show and admitted how difficult the choice was, but ultimately, she knew what was best for her family.

“If I’m being honest about it, my life was slightly out of balance,” Sara continued. “I wasn’t able to spend as much time with my three kids as I’d like or [have] time for myself.” Her transparency resonated with fans, reminding everyone that even the busiest people need to prioritize their well-being and relationships.

Marie Osmond Steps In

Following Sara’s departure, CBS announced that Marie Osmond would be joining the show as a permanent cohost starting in September. Joining Sharon Osbourne, Sheryl Underwood, Eve, and Carrie Ann Inaba, Marie expressed her excitement about becoming part of the The Talk family. “It is such a joy for me to be joining The Talk in September. After guest cohosting and appearing as a guest on the show throughout the years, I am thrilled to now call this my day job,” she said in a press release.

Marie added, “I look forward to working with [my cohosts], who are such smart, strong, talented women whom I immensely respect. I cannot wait to share this exciting new chapter with the viewers and the CBS family.” Her addition brings a fresh perspective to the show, and fans are eager to see what she’ll bring to the table.