Kelly Osbourne Mourns Loss of Father Ozzy: "I Lost My Best Friend"

Ozzy's death marks the end of an era, with Kelly sharing her heartbreak and fond memories of their close bond.

Kelly Osbourne is grieving the loss of her father, the iconic Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 76. The heavy metal legend, known as the "Prince of Darkness," recently concluded a momentous performance in Birmingham with his band Black Sabbath, just weeks before his death. This farewell concert was especially meaningful for Kelly, who got engaged to her long-time partner, Sid Wilson of Slipknot, just backstage.

The Osbourne family, who have been deeply intertwined with Ozzy’s music career, were present at Villa Park, supporting him during his last show. Numerous celebrated musicians paid tribute by taking the stage with him, including Ronnie Wood of The Rolling Stones and members of Metallica and Guns N' Roses. The world acknowledges Black Sabbath's significant contribution to the music industry, having pioneered the heavy metal genre.

In her first statement since her father's passing, Kelly shared on Instagram an excerpt from their joint cover of the Black Sabbath classic "Changes," expressing her sorrow with the poignant line: "I feel unhappy I am so sad. I lost the best friend I ever had." Their bond was famously showcased on the reality TV series "The Osbournes," which aired from 2002 to 2005, where they were portrayed as a loving, if sometimes chaotic, family.

The Osbourne family released a statement mourning Ozzy, stating: “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.” While a cause of death was not provided, Ozzy had faced multiple health challenges, including a Parkinson's diagnosis in 2019. The music world continues to honor his legacy, remembering him not just for his work as a musician but as a beloved father and friend.