In July, the world mourned the loss of a true music legend when Ozzy Osbourne, the renowned lead singer of Black Sabbath and famously known as the “Prince of Darkness,” passed away after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Ozzy’s death left his wife Sharon Osbourne and their six children devastated. Now, several months after his passing, their son Jack Osbourne has shared a heartfelt and emotional update on how Sharon is coping with the immense loss.
Ozzy’s family announced his death in a statement that emphasized the singer was surrounded by love in his final moments. Throughout his life and career, Ozzy was not only celebrated for his groundbreaking music but also respected for his dedication to raising awareness and funds for Parkinson’s disease. He donated millions to research organizations and was an outspoken advocate for the cause until the very end. Earlier this year, Ozzy performed his final show with Black Sabbath in his hometown of Birmingham, raising more than £1 million for Parkinson’s research and local children’s charities.
The funeral procession through Birmingham was a deeply moving event, drawing thousands of fans who lined the streets to pay their respects. The family was met with a tremendous outpouring of love, with flowers and tributes left at the Black Sabbath Bridge bench where the hearse paused. During the memorial service, Sharon, visibly emotional, delivered a touching tribute alongside her children Ozzy Jr., Kelly, Jack, and Aimee. Kelly was seen offering comfort and support to her mother during this incredibly difficult moment.
A few weeks following the funeral, Sharon and Kelly appeared on camera to personally thank the fans for their overwhelming support and kindness. Sharon expressed how much the messages, comments, and tributes on social media had helped her through many sleepless nights. However, she was honest about still struggling to find her footing and adjusting to life without Ozzy by her side.
Now, months later, Jack Osbourne gave a candid and heartbreaking update about Sharon’s health during an interview on Good Morning America. He described his mother’s emotional state as “OK, but not OK,” explaining that while Sharon feels the love and support from fans around the world, the weight of losing Ozzy has been incredibly difficult to bear. Jack reflected on the universal pain of losing a parent, saying, “Every child sits there and kind of has this thought about one day that parents won’t be there, and what will that be like. It’s just a part of being human. We just didn’t think of it. It was a different weight to it.”
Jack’s words give a rare and honest glimpse into the ongoing grief Sharon and the entire Osbourne family are navigating. Despite the love and support that surround them, their journey through mourning is far from over. The loss of Ozzy Osbourne, a husband, father, and music icon, has left a profound impact that continues to affect them deeply each day.
The Osbourne family’s story is a reminder of the very human experience behind fame and legacy—showing how even the strongest families face moments of vulnerability and heartbreak. As Sharon slowly finds her way forward, fans around the world continue to send their love and support, hoping to help her heal and honor the memory of her beloved husband.