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News18
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Ozzy Osbourne's Wife Sharon's First Reaction After Rock Legend's Death
Ozzy Osbourne gave his final performance just weeks before his passing, in a concert hosted by actor Jason Momoa. Leaving a complete void in the singing industry and fans' hearts, Ozzy Osbourne breathed his last on July 22 following a long battle with Parkinson's disease. The heavy metal legend and frontman of Black Sabbath passed away at the age of 76. His death was confirmed by his wife, Sharon Osbourne, and their children in a heartfelt joint family statement. '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," the statement read. 'He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time," it added. Ozzy Osbourne Suffered From Parkinson's Disease The rocker publicly revealed his Parkinson's diagnosis in 2020, following a serious fall that prompted further medical investigations. In recent years, his health had deteriorated, leading to the cancellation of multiple tours. He gave his final performance just weeks before his passing, in a concert hosted by actor Jason Momoa. Tributes Poured In For Ozzy Osbourne Ever since the news of Ozzy's demise broke, tributes from fans and fellow musicians have poured in to honour the legendary rocker. His band Black Sabbath shared a simple message, 'Ozzy Forever." Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale also paid tribute on Instagram, calling Ozzy 'a great man—a true legend." 'RIP OZZY—a great man—a true legend," Gavin captioned a photo of himself with Ozzy on Instagram. 'I met Ozzy through Jack just a few times, but he was so warm and kind and funny, and I love that memory…sending much love to his family at this difficult time. Rest in power." Chiming into the comment section of the post, Sharon Osbourne simply wrote, 'Bless you." This marks Sharon's first public comment since announcing her husband's death. The 72-year-old Osbournes star expressed her gratitude for the outpouring of support in the days following his passing. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gavin Rossdale (@gavinrossdale) Jason Momoa, who hosted Ozzy's final performance earlier this month, shared a touching photo with the late musician, writing, 'Love you @ozzyosbourne. So grateful. RIP." Calling him a 'true legend" and 'a huge trailblazer," fellow British performer Elton John also paid tribute to Ozzy, 'He was a dear friend and a huge trailblazer who secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods. He was also one of the funniest people I've ever met. I will miss him dearly. To Sharon and the family, I send my condolences and love." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Elton John (@eltonjohn) Ozzy Osbourne is survived by his wife Sharon and their children Aimee, Kelly, and Jack, as well as children Jessica, Louis, and Elliot from his first marriage to Thelma Riley. About Ozzy Osbourne Ozzy, born John Michael Osbourne in Birmingham, England, in 1948, rose to international fame in the early 1970s as the voice of Black Sabbath. The band, launched in 1968, redefined rock music with its dark, thunderous sound. Alongside bandmates Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward, Osbourne formed Black Sabbath, with their self-titled debut album earning major commercial success. Before being known as Black Sabbath, the band performed under the name Earth. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sharon Osbourne Gives 2 Word Response to Rocker After Ozzy's Death
Sharon Osbourne in the days after her famed rock and roll husband Ozzy Osbourne died at age 76 hasn't said much. The family issued a collective statement the day the Prince of Darkness died, July 22, 2025, but Sharon didn't say anything on her own until a day later. Gavin Rossdale, former lead singer and guitarist for Bush, gave tribute to Osbourne, who he called "a true legend," in an Instagram post. Sharon Osbourne replied, simply: "Bless you." The Osbourne family's statement a day earlier mourned the loss. "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," the statement read. Sharon Osbourne, their three children and Osbourne's child Louis Osbourne, whom he had with his ex-wife Thelma Riley, signed the statement. Osbourne's two other children, Elliot Kingsley and Jessica Osbourne, did not sign. The rest of Rossdale's post included a black heart emoji and some detail about how he met Osbourne. "i met ozzy through jack just a few times but he was so warm and kind and funny and i love that memory .sending much love to his family at this difficult time. Rest in power," he wrote. Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne married in 1982 and had been together ever since. He was married only once before, to Riley. Ozzy Osbourne is largely famous for his role as the front man for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-inducted Black Sabbath. His bandmates also paid tribute to their "brother." Guitarist Tony Iommi called it "heartbreaking." "Geezer, Bill and myself have lost our brother," Iommi said. "My thoughts go out to Sharon and all the Osbourne family. Rest in peace Oz." Bassist and lyricist Geezer Butler remembered their last show together, just weeks before Osbourne's death. "Goodbye dear friend- thanks for all those years- we had some great fun," he said. "4 kids from Aston- who'd have thought, eh?" Aston is a reference to the town in Birmingham, UK, where drummer Bill Ward and the rest of the band members came together, and where Black Sabbath played its last concert with Osbourne. Ward issued his "deepest condolences," adding: "Never goodbye. Thank you forever.' "Where will I find you now? In the memories, our unspoken embraces, our missed phone calls, no, you're forever in my heart," he said. Sharon Osbourne Gives 2 Word Response to Rocker After Ozzy's Death first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 23, 2025
Perth Now
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
'Bless you': Sharon Osbourne reacts to Gavin Rossdale's Ozzy Osbourne tribute
Sharon Osbourne has reacted to Gavin Rossdale's tribute to Ozzy Osbourne. The 72-year-old star made her first public comment since the passing of the Black Sabbath icon at the age of 76 on Tuesday (22.07.25) as she replied to the Bush frontman's Instagram post in honour of the Paranoid rocker. Gavin captioned a photo of himself and Ozzy: "RIP OZZY - a great man - a true legend. I met Ozzy through Jack just a few times but he was so warm and kind and funny and I love that memory. Sending much love to his family at this difficult time. Rest in power." Sharon responded: "Bless you." The former America's Got Talent judge had shared a family statement with her kids Aimee, 41, Kelly, 40, and Jack, 39, announcing the sad news of Ozzy's death. It read: "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." Tributes to Ozzy poured in from music luminaries following his passing, with Sir Elton John describing the star as "a dear friend and huge trailblazer". The Rocketman singer posted on Instagram: "He was a dear friend and a huge trailblazer who secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods. He was also one of the funniest people I've ever met. I will miss him dearly. To Sharon and the family, I send my condolences and love." Ozzy's death comes just weeks after he played a farewell gig with Black Sabbath bandmates Tony Iommi, Bill Ward and Terence 'Geezer' Butler at Villa Park in his home city of Birmingham and the trio all shared tributes to the heavy metal pioneer. Butler wrote on Instagram: "Thanks for all those years - we had some great fun. "Four kids from Aston - who'd have thought, eh? So glad we got to do it one more time, back in Aston. Love you." Guitarist Iommi added: "It's just such heartbreaking news that I can't really find the words, there won't be another like him. Geezer, Bill and myself have lost our brother." Ward posted on social media: "Where will I find you now? In the memories, our unspoken embraces, our missed phone calls... no, you're forever in my heart."
Tom's Guide
a day ago
- General
- Tom's Guide
Butterflies will flock into your yard to enjoy this 2-ingredient treat — and it's simple to make
I've been watching a flurry of butterflies visit my yard this year and have enjoyed seeing them gently rest on flower heads while they feed on the nectar. They devour the sticky treat that provides them with the energy to fly and reproduce. While there are many plants that will encourage butterflies into your yard, you can also entice these beautiful pollinators in by making your own nectar. And what's more, it's so simple, you'll wonder why you haven't tried it before. By taking a few quick and easy steps, you can support the important role that butterflies play in our ecosystem. This bright yellow butterfly feeder is bound to attract butterflies and is designed to hold nectar and overripe fruit. It also includes a built-in ant moat to deter the insects from feasting on the butterfly food. It measures 9 (W) x 9 (L) x 9.5 (H) inches, and comes with a brass handing rod. Follow these 5 quick steps and watch the butterflies flock into your yard. 1. Add 1/4 cup of sugar to 2 cups of water. 2. Heat the mixture in a saucepan until the sugar dissolves. 3. Leave the syrup to cool for 30 minutes. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. 4. Take a saucer or shallow dish, and place a brightly colored sponge in its base. Then, pour the syrup over the sponge. 5. Finally, place the dish near some flowers and watch the butterflies flutter in to feed. The key to encouraging butterflies to feed on your homemade nectar is to place it close to scented flowers, as butterflies will find the food by scent rather than sight. Placing the butterfly nectar on a colorful sponge will also help them zoom in. You could also mount the food on a post, to prevent ants from sharing the feast, or purchase a butterfly feeder designed for the job. You can still attract butterflies into your outdoor space even if you have a small garden, as long as it's big enough to contain a few plants. The Butterfly Conservation states, 'Butterflies will visit any garden, however small, if they can feed on suitable nectar plants.' So, as long as you have a few blooms to attract them in to begin with, butterflies will enjoy your homemade nectar. From my own experience, I know that butterflies love Buddleia, and it's no coincidence that it's also known as the Butterfly Bush, as it's highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators and insects. But, if your yard is small, and you don't have the space for a large shrub, such as Buddleia, you could plant lavender or marjoram in containers. Monarch butterflies in particular like milkweed — it's the only thing they'll eat. Spring flowers will help butterflies replenish their depleted reserves after hibernation, while fall flowers will help them build them back up again before hibernation. So, if you want to help the ecosystem and watch the butterflies feed, make sure to place some butterfly nectar in you yard between spring and fall. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Metro
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
British rock band frontman hints at Glastonbury 2027 slot
Glastonbury 2027 may be almost two years away, but rumours are already swirling about who could be set to perform. One artist who isn't afraid to throw his name in the ring is Bush's Gavin Rossdale, who has said he is keen to return. 'I thought we did quite well when we played there, but we never went back, so it could be time. 'I would love to play Glastonbury. I still remember that show. It's brilliant and it would be 25 years…' he told The Sun newspaper's Bizarre column. The band first performed at Worthy Farm in 1999, the same year they performed at Woodstock and released their third album, The Science of Things. Their last appearance at the festival was in 2002, which means that a 2027 appearance at the festival would mark a quarter of a decade since the last time they appeared on stage. The acts bookies think may be set to appear on the Pyramid Stage include Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, and Sam Fender. William Hill also predicts Beyoncé, Rihanna, Miley Cyrus, Eminem, Chappell Roan, Little Simz, and Fred Again could be in the running. But says the odds are less in favour of the likes of Lady Gaga, Adele, and Harry Styles. Sam Fender 2/1 Ed Sheeran 3/1 Taylor Swift 3/1 Beyonce 4/1 Rihanna 4/1 Miley Cyrus 4/1 Eminem 4/1 Oasis 4 / 1 Chappell Roan 4/1 Little Simz 4/1 Fred Again 4/1 Bruce Springsteen 5/1 Charli XCX 5/1 Harry Styles 5/1 Sabrina Carpenter 5/1 Adele 5/1 Lady Gaga 5/1 2025 saw Olivia Rodrigo, The 1975, and Neil Young headline on different nights across the weekend. Charli XCX appeared on The Other Stage and Lewis Capaldi dropped in for a surprise return to the stage. Raye, Biffy Clyro, Gracie Abrams, Doechii, Beabadoobee, and a debut performance from Noah Kahan also thrilled fans this year. In 2024, fans were treated to Coldplay, Dua Lipa, and Sza, which marked the first time the festival had two female headliners in its over 50-year history. Gavin chatted to The Sun while promoting Bush's tenth album, I Beat Loneliness, which was released on July 18. More Trending The singer chatted to Metro about the album, telling us that it's dedicated to everyone who is going through tough times. 'This record is really dedicated to all of us who have – which is, by the way, everyone – gone through a lot of things, and are just trying their best to manage under all their own circumstances. 'Everybody has their circumstances, and everybody has their histories. So when I write a song like We're All The Same On The Inside, or Don't Be Afraid, those are soothing songs to myself that, in turn, I hope will be inherited by people and taken as theirs.' In the interview, he also debunked a major myth about Bush's name, emphasising that they are NOT named after Shepherd's Bush. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Linkin Park refuse to play poignant song live after Chester Bennington's death MORE: Mystery AI rock band with over 1,000,000 streams sparks confusion and warnings MORE: Police drop Glastonbury investigation into Kneecap's performance
