**Jack Osbourne Pays Moving Tribute Following the Death of Father Ozzy Osbourne**
Jack Osbourne has taken to social media to share an emotional message in the wake of the death of his father, legendary rocker Ozzy Osbourne. The heartfelt tribute comes two weeks after the passing of the Black Sabbath frontman, who died at the age of 76. Speaking candidly about his grief, Jack revealed the depth of his sorrow, but also conveyed his gratitude for the time spent with his father.
Ozzy Osbourne, a monumental figure in the world of music, died on 22 July after a heart attack. His health struggles had been well-documented in recent years, particularly following his diagnosis with Parkinson’s disease in 2019. The loss has been felt keenly not just by his family, but by fans around the globe who marked his life by laying flowers and tributes at iconic locations such as the Black Sabbath bench in Birmingham, Ozzy’s home city.
In the days since his father’s passing, Jack Osbourne has remained largely silent on social media, choosing to process his emotions privately. However, when he did break that silence, his words were both poignant and personal. “I haven’t really wanted to post anything since the passing of my father. My heart has hurt too much,” he wrote. True to his father’s famously straightforward style, Jack opted to keep his message concise, noting that Ozzy “certainly hated long rambling speeches.”
Jack described the privilege of belonging to the close-knit circle who knew Ozzy not just as an icon, but as a husband and father. “He was so many things to so many people, but I was so lucky and blessed to be a part of a very small group that got to call him ‘Dad’,” he said. The reflection continued as Jack shared his mixture of emotions: overwhelming sadness and loss, but also immense love and gratitude. “I got 14,501 days with that man and I know that is such a blessing,” he added, highlighting the value he placed on their relationship.
To further encapsulate the spirit in which Ozzy Osbourne lived, Jack included a quote from American journalist Hunter S. Thompson. The quote urged readers to embrace life with vitality, not to journey cautiously to the grave but to arrive “thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming, ‘Wow! What a ride!’” This statement, Jack felt, embodied his father’s irrepressible zest for life and music.
Jack’s social media post was accompanied by a touching video montage, set to Ozzy’s song ‘So Tired’. The clip included photos and home videos, offering fans a glimpse into the private moments shared by the famous family. Also in the video were scenes with Ozzy’s wife Sharon and children Aimee and Kelly, who have each grieved in their own way and expressed thanks for the outpouring of public support.
In the wake of Ozzy’s death, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery announced an extension to their popular ‘Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero’ exhibition, now running until the end of 2025. Originally timed to conclude after Black Sabbath’s farewell concert at Villa Park in July, the exhibition has seen overwhelming demand as fans look to celebrate the star’s legacy. Legendary accolades such as his Grammy Awards and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame honours are all on display, drawing crowds from around the world.
Last week, the Osbourne family visited the Black Sabbath bench to see the hundreds of tributes left by fans. Birmingham City Council has begun to gather these mementoes, which will eventually be passed on to the family as a permanent reminder of the affection Ozzy inspired.
Kelly Osbourne, Jack’s sister, also took to social media to thank the public for their encouraging messages during what she called “the hardest moment of my life”. The siblings, best known to a new generation through the MTV series ‘The Osbournes’, have each paid tribute in their own ways—echoing the complex blend of grief and gratitude experienced by those mourning a loved one.
Ozzy’s death came shortly after a momentous event: a Black Sabbath reunion gig just a few miles from where the legendary band first performed. This last hurrah was part of ‘Back to the Beginning’, a benefit show featuring rock heavyweights like Anthrax and Metallica. It served as a fitting farewell for a man whose impact on music—and on those closest to him—will not soon be forgotten.