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The Sun
7 days ago
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- The Sun
Ozzy Osbourne's little-known son and daughter from 1st marriage pay touching tribute to their rock legend dad
OZZY Osbourne's little-known son and daughter from his first marriage have paid heartwarming tributes to their dad after his death. The rock icon died at home in his stunning mansion in Welders, Buckinghamshire, just weeks after his emotional farewell show. 8 8 8 8 Ozzy passed away aged 76, surrounded by his family on Tuesday morning, after bravely battling against Parkinson's disease. His children Jack, Kelly, Aimee, and Louis, were named along with wife Sharon in the statement. And lesser-spotted Louis chose to pay his respects with his own tribute to his father on social media. Ozzy's son changed his Facebook profile picture to an all-black screen. Before tying the knot to Sharon, Ozzy had married his first wife Thelma Riley in 1971 after meeting her in a Birmingham nightclub. Together, they welcomed children Jessica and Louis, who have been largely away from the limelight. Jessica, who was not included in the family statement, also posted a tribute to rock legend Ozzy on Instagram. Her story featured a pictures of her late father in black and white with the words "RIP Ozzy". The tribute was accompanied by Ozzy's song 'Crazy Train' playing in the background. Jessica made the Black Sabbath frontman a grandparent for the first time but never appeared in The Osbournes' TV show. However, she was mentioned in the episode 'Smells Like Teen Spirits' when Ozzy learned that she had welcomed a daughter. Although his wild behaviour would have been enough to see some artists blacklisted, Ozzy became a loveable rogue who captured fans' hearts across the globe. In 2001, Ozzy appealed to a whole new audience after appearing in reality TV show The Osbournes with his family. Its first series was the most-watched show ever on MTV and propelled Jack and Kelly into stardom, with the latter enjoying a music career of her own. With the family's success growing, they hosted the 30th Annual American Music Awards and later the Brit Awards in London. The family's hugely popular show ran until 2005 and portrayed heartbreaking moments for the family - including Sharon's battle with cancer and the quad bike accident that nearly killed Ozzy. The family later starred in the reality series The Osbournes Want to Believe and special The Osbournes: Night of Terror, which both focused on paranormal investigations. 8 8 8 8
The Sun
23-07-2025
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- The Sun
Watch emotional moment Ozzy Osbourne speaks about amazing life with Sharon in resurfaced moment from The Osbournes
OZZY Osbourne revealed his admiration for wife Sharon and the dependence the whole family has on her in a resurfaced clip from reality show The Osbournes. The Prince of Darkness, who died yesterday aged 76, was married to manager Sharon for 43 years. 3 3 Their relationship was tumultuous at times, particularly in the late 80s when Ozzy's appetite for drink and drugs was at an all time high, but they weathered the difficult moments to have one of the most enduring marriages in music. Speaking on the family's MTV show in the early noughties, Ozzy said: "My wife Sharon is the leader. We all depend on her for everything. I'm like the monkey on the piano. I do the jumping and she plays the tunes. "I lie in Beverly Hills, and that itself from where I come from is incredible." Ozzy died at home in his stunning mansion in Welders, Buckinghamshire "surrounded by love". It came just two weeks after he performed his final ever gig with Black Sabbath, a star-studded affair at Villa Park just a stone's throw from the house he grew up in. Sharon and their children Aimee, Jack and Kelly, was by his side when he passed away. A statement from his family 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, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis." Ozzy, who had Parkinson's disease, spent his final months filming a documentary about his family's return to the UK. The BBC One docuseries, which would have featured Sharon, Kelly and Jack, was tragically never finished. A source said: 'The filming was on and off again so many times, mainly because of Ozzy's health.' A showman until the very end, Ozzy bravely battled with his health problems to perform short sets of solo material and Sabbath classics. He sang from a gothic throne befitting his status as the Godfather of metal, and at times appeared desperate to climb onto his feet. A source told The Sun: 'Ozzy was having singing lessons almost every day in preparation for his last show wanting to go out with a bang. 'He was in constant pain and had nurses tending to him around the clock but was determined to play this last show. 'His determination came from wanting to play for the fans one last time who gave him the amazing life he and Sharon have enjoyed together. 'Despite his ailments, Ozzy was still very much all there. Sharp-witted and loved to crack a joke. 'After the show, Ozzy was looking forward to fully retiring at Welders with Sharon, spending their last days together in Buckinghamshire. 'Despite all their well known ups and downs over the years, the love Sharon and Ozzy share was strong until the end.' Admired by artists from Motley Crue, Elton John and Bon Jovi to Metallica, Guns & Roses and Yungblud, Ozzy was a lovable rogue whose magnetic personality transcended the stage. In 2001, he appealed to a whole new audience after appearing in reality TV show The Osbournes with his family. Its first series was the most-watched show ever on MTV and propelled Jack and Kelly into stardom, with the latter enjoying a music career of her own. The family later starred in the reality series The Osbournes Want to Believe and special The Osbournes: Night of Terror, which both focused on paranormal investigations. 3
Scottish Sun
22-07-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Ozzy Osbourne spent final months filming documentary about family's move back to UK – it was tragically never finished
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) OZZY Osbourne spent his final months filming a documentary about his family's return to the UK, it has been revealed. The BBC One docuseries, which would have featured the rock icon's wife Sharon and their children Kelly and Jack, was tragically never finished. 9 Ozzy Osbourne died aged 76 earlier today 'surrounded by love' 9 Ozzy took to the stage for the final time on July 5 9 The music manager helped Ozzy carve out a successful solo career Ozzy died aged 76 earlier today "surrounded by love", just weeks after he took to the stage one final time with his band mates at Villa Park in Birmingham. The Sun has since learned that the music legend spent his final days filming a series about the Osbourne's move back to England after two decades. Follow our live blog here... It's believed the move was delayed for almost two years because of Ozzy's health. Read more on Ozzy Osbourne PROUD DAD Moment Ozzy celebrates with daughter Kelly after she got engaged at final concert His doctors had finally allowed him to travel home and perform at the Birmingham gig. More on Ozzy Osbourne: A source said the star received singing lessons "almost every day" to gear him up for what would be his final performance. Despite being in "constant pain", he was determined to play. The source said: 'The filming was on and off again so many times, mainly because of Ozzy's health.' Ozzy Osbourne top five greatest moments A source told The Sun: 'After delaying their big move back to Welders in the UK for almost two years because of Ozzy's health, his doctors had finally signed off his ability to travel to the UK and perform at the farewell gig. 'Ozzy was having singing lessons almost every day in preparation for his last show wanting to go out with a bang. 'He was in constant pain and had nurses tending to him around the clock but was determined to play this last show. 'His determination came from wanting to play for the fans one last time who gave him the amazing life he and Sharon have enjoyed together. 'Despite his ailments, Ozzy was still very much all there. Sharp-witted and loved to crack a joke. 'After the show, Ozzy was looking forward to fully retiring at Welders with Sharon, spending their last days together in Buckinghamshire. 'Despite all their well known ups and downs over the years, the love Sharon and Ozzy share was strong until the end.' FINAL GIG Not content with being laid up in bed, Ozzy wowed fans with a surprise performance of Paranoid in his hometown Birmingham at the Commonwealth Games in 2022. And this year, he took to the stage for Black Sabbath's final-ever concert on July 5. Ozzy arrived on stage at Villa Park in Birmingham dressed in his trademark black, sitting on a bat throne for the historic gig. The crowd were delighted to see the iconic rocker back on stage, and kept chanting his name. Ozzy was equally thrilled to be performing, and repeatedly broke out into a massive grin. It was the first time in 20 years that the original Black Sabbath line-up have performed together. 9 Jason Momoa posted a picture taken with the rock icon as he paid tribute 9 Ozzy Osbourne died after a battle with Parkinson's 9 Bat-munching Ozzy was known as the Prince of Darkness The Sun was there to witness the final show-stopping spectacular. On the night of his famous last gig, Ozzy opened up to the emotional crowd. 'I don't know what to say, man, I've been laid up for like six years," he confessed. "You have no idea how I feel – thank you from the bottom of my heart. "You're all f****** special. Let's go crazy, come on." He started the set by saying: "Let me hear you. Are you ready? Let the madness begin!" Later, he said: "It's so good to be on this f****** stage. You have no idea. "I f****** love you all. Let me see your hands in the air. You are the best, each and every one of you. God bless you all." The rocker sang five songs in his own set, with fans waving torches from their phones during Mama, I'm Coming Home. Black Sabbath lead tributes to rock legend after his tragic death Black Sabbath paid tribute to one of their own. They wrote on X: "Ozzy Forever!", while sharing a picture of the late singer. Pantera The US heavy metal band also wrote on Instagram: "RIP @ozzyosbourne "Thank you for all that you did for metal & Pantera. "We wouldn't be here if it wasn't for you. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Amy & Louis, we are so very sorry for your loss." Piers Morgan The media personality shared a photo on Instagram, showing himself alongside Ozzy and his wife Sharon. Piers penned: "RIP Ozzy Osbourne. "One of the greatest rock stars in history, and a wonderful character. "Truly one of the funniest people I've ever known. I'm so glad he got to do his final show back in Birmingham two weeks ago, it meant so much to him. "I once asked Ozzy what was the best moment of his life and he replied instantly: 'Meeting Sharon.' My heart breaks for her." Danny Baker The comedy writer and radio DJ wrote: "I have been a Black Sabbath fan almost my entire life. "And when I say Black Sabbath I mean the band with Ozzy Osbourne in it. Everything else was business. "They were just immense. A thundering voice and noise direct from the working class." Aston Villa Ozzy grew up in Aston - and the football club shared a tribute after news of his passing. The caption read: "Aston Villa Football Club is saddened to learn that world-renowned rock star and Villain, Ozzy Osbourne has passed away. "Growing up in Aston, not far from Villa Park, Ozzy always held a special connection to the club and community he came from. "The thoughts of everyone at Aston Villa are with his wife Sharon, his family, friends and countless fans at this extremely difficult time. "Rest in peace, Ozzy." PETA PETA said in a statement to The Sun - From PETA Senior Vice President Lisa Lange: "Ozzy Osbourne was a legend and a provocateur, but PETA will remember the 'Prince of Darkness' most fondly for the gentle side he showed to animals—most recently cats, by using his fame to decry painful, crippling declawing mutilations. "Ozzy may have been the singer, but his wife, Sharon, and his daughter, Kelly, were of one voice when it meant protecting animals. "Ozzy will be missed by animal advocates the world over." Yungblud Singer-songwriter Yungblud wrote on X: "I didn't think you would leave so soon the last time we met you were so full of life and your laugh filled up the room. "But as it is written with legends, they seem to know things that we don't. "I will never forget you - you will be in every single note I sing and with me every single time I walk on stage. "Your cross around my neck is the most precious thing I own. "You asked me once if there was anything you could do for me and as I said then and as I will say now for all of us the music was enough. "You took us on your adventure - an adventure that started it all. I am truly heartbroken. You were the greatest of all time." Rod Stewart The 80-year-old shared in his Instagram story: "Bye, bye Ozzy. Sleep well my friend. "I'll see you up there - later rather than sooner. - Sir Rod Stewart" He finished his performance with Crazy Train, before confetti rained over a packed Villa Park. After a short break, he re-entered the stage to join the rest of Black Sabbath for the first time in 20 years. The band performed some of their greatest hits, ending with a rendition of Paranoid. In his last ever interview, the heavy metal icon said his "final encore" meant "everything". He told RadioX: "It's my final encore; it's my chance to say thank you to my fans for always supporting me and being there for me." Speaking of his fans, Ozzy said: "I hope they feel appreciated for how much they mean to me." "I couldn't have done my final show anywhere else. I had to go back to the beginning," he added when talking about performing in Birmingham. He lovingly recalled childhood memories of watching football at the Aston Villa stadium. He explained: "Every Saturday when there was a match, I would go out with my friends and stand outside the Villa asking people for a shilling to watch their car." Meanwhile his daughter Kelly revealed that she is engaged to her boyfriend Sid Wilson. She shared a video of the moment Sid popped the question backstage at her father's final ever Black Sabbath gig. 9 The couple, pictured with their children Kelly, Jack and Aimee, created the annual festival Ozzfest 9 Black Sabbath were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006
