Sharon Osbourne Breaks Silence After Husband Ozzy’s Death: “Thank You for the Tributes”
The world is mourning the loss of one of rock’s greatest icons. Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary frontman of Black Sabbath, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, at the age of 76 — six years after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
Just weeks before his death, Ozzy performed his final concert in his hometown of Birmingham, UK on July 5, raising an astonishing $190 million for charity alongside his bandmates. It was a farewell performance that will forever be etched in the hearts of his fans.
Family’s Heartbreaking Statement
In an emotional announcement, the Osbourne family shared:
“It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.”
Sharon Osbourne Responds to Fans’ Outpouring of Love
Since the news broke, thousands of tributes have flooded social media — from devoted fans to fellow musicians.
Sharon Osbourne, Ozzy’s wife of over four decades, has been responding to some of the heartfelt messages. One came from BBC Radio 1’s Jack Saunders, who praised Ozzy’s revolutionary impact on heavy metal and rock.
“The bands and artists that dare to fly the flag in the name of rock n’ roll do so because Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath did it first. He was a blessing to music. Rest in Peace, the Prince of Darkness.”
Sharon replied warmly:
“Jack, thank you for your tribute to Ozzy tonight. Bless you.”
Tributes from Fellow Rock Legends
Musician Gavin Rossdale also honored Ozzy, sharing a photo of them together:
“RIP OZZY – a great man, a true legend. I met Ozzy through Jack just a few times, but he was so warm, kind, and funny. Sending much love to his family at this difficult time. Rest in power.”
Ozzy’s Final Wish for His Funeral
Years before his passing, in a 2011 interview with The Times, Ozzy spoke candidly about how he wanted to be remembered:
“There’ll be no harping on the bad times… I don’t want my funeral to be sad, I want it to be a time to say ‘Thanks.’”
A Legacy That Will Never Fade
From “Paranoid” to “Crazy Train”, Ozzy Osbourne’s voice and presence shaped rock history. His fearless personality, unmatched stage energy, and enduring love for music made him not just The Prince of Darkness — but a symbol of resilience and passion.
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💔 Rest in peace, Ozzy. Your music will echo through generations.