Kelly Osbourne's statement in full following loss of her 'best friend' Ozzy
Just days following the news of Ozzy Osbourne 's death, his daughter Kelly has taken to social media with a heartbreaking tribute to her late father. The Black Sabbath icon died at the age of 76 earlier this week on Tuesday, July 22.
Kelly Osbourne posted a clip of Black Sabbath track Changes on her Instagram page, in a sentiment that holds cherished memories between the two. Changes, which was penned by Ozzy and his bandmates, was originally released back in 1972.
In a sweet collab, Kelly and Ozzy previously re-recorded the song with updated lyrics in 2003, reflecting their relationship. The track saw them hit No.1 in the charts marking a historical moment for the pair, as the only father and daughter duo to achieve this since Frank and Nancy Sinatra in 1967.
Taking to Instagram penning a heartbreaking tribute to her dad following his passing, Kelly wrote: "I feel unhappy I am so sad," on Thursday, July 24. "I lost the best friend I ever had."
Ozzy and his daughter Kelly were known for their extremely close relationship. They appeared together on the MTV reality TV show The Osbournes which which hit screens in 2002, and continued to air until 2005.
More recently they reprised their family podcast alongside mum Sharon and brother Jack Osbourne.
Ozzy, The Prince of Darkness as he is affectionately remembered, had faced a string of health challenges in recent years after being diagnosed with parkinson's disease which he only disclosed back in 2020.
The metal icon leaves behind his adoring wife Sharon, six kids, and loving grandchildren. Not only were Sharon Osbourne and Ozzy happily married, but the pair were undoubtedly the best of friends.
Ozzy's sisters have expressed their grief, remembering him as "loving and funny". On Tuesday, the Osbourne family released a statement.
It said, "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."
News of Ozzy's passing sparked an outpour of tributes from the celeb world, including his former Black Sabbath bandmates, who he enjoyed one last performance in his hometown of Birmingham with prior to his death.
Ozzy was adored not only by his family and friends but also by thousands of fans who have been leaving tributes outside his Buckinghamshire home. Flowers and heartfelt messages have been placed outside the gates, along with half-drunk pints and beer bottles. Candles have also been left as mourners raise a toast to the star on Birmingham's Black Sabbath bridge.
Tony Iommi, Ozzy's former bandmate, was among those honouring his memory. Sharing photographs of Ozzy on Instagram, Tony admitted he "can't really find the words" to express his feelings about the devastating news.
He penned a heartfelt message, stating: "I just can't believe it! My dear dear friend Ozzy has passed away only weeks after our show at Villa Park. It's just such heartbreaking news that I can't really find the words, there won't ever be another like him. Geezer, Bill and myself have lost our brother. My thoughts go out to Sharon and all the Osbourne family. Rest in peace Oz."
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