'Dr. Phil' hires Kelly Osbourne

Osbourne, 25, is best known for her appearances on TV's "Dancing with the Stars" and "The Osbournes." She is the daughter of rock icon Ozzy Osbourne and television personality Sharon Osbourne.

"Kelly is an excellent addition to our show because she's experienced a lot of what many of our younger viewers may be going through," Dr. Phil McGraw told "Entertainment Tonight." "She has dealt with drug addiction as well as addictions within her family. She's also fought the battle with obesity, and the public scrutiny that often accompanies it. She is well-armed and up to the task of being our special contributor."

"I am excited to be a part of 'Dr. Phil' as a contributor for the show," added Osbourne. "It offers a great opportunity for me to bring a youthful perspective and opinion on the issues that affect ourselves, our families and society as a whole, and I'm very honored to be a part of it. ... I really hope I can use my life experiences to do some good."

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