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TV bosses are so worried that the Osbournes will want "words" with Simon Cowell at the British Comedy Award, they've hired extra security.

Cowell, 45, has not spoken to Sharon since the X Factor final, when she verbally attacked Steve Brookstein reports the Mirror.

A show insider said: "Everyone is worried that it'll kick off. They've even drafted in extra security to ensure they are kept apart."

The executive producer for the show, Michael Hurll said: "We were worried that the tension has been rising sice the X Factor final and, with the whole Osbourne family in tow, we felt extra security may be needed."

Sharon, 52, and Cowell clashed almost every week on the talent show and, earlier this month she said: "Simon said he thinks I fancy him, In fact, I'd rather have a giant lobster in my crotch than him."