Kelly Osbourne has broken her silence following the death of her father, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away on July 22, 2025, at the age of 76. In a simple yet emotional Instagram Story shared three days later, Kelly called Ozzy her “best friend,” expressing her grief with a broken-heart emoji on a stark black background. The tribute followed a wave of mourning from fans and celebrities around the world who were stunned by the sudden loss.
The Osbourne family—Kelly, Sharon, and siblings Jack, Aimee, and Louis—previously posted a powerful photo of Ozzy seated on a throne from his farewell concert in Birmingham, England. In a heartfelt caption, they confirmed his passing and asked for privacy, saying he died “surrounded by love.” The metal community rallied in response, honoring Ozzy’s legacy and the path he carved for generations of rock musicians.
Celebrities like Gavin Rossdale and DJ Jack Saunders also paid tribute. Gavin remembered Ozzy as warm and kind, while Jack saluted him live on-air, recognizing the icon’s influence in shaping heavy metal music. Sharon personally responded to many of these messages, expressing gratitude for the public’s overwhelming support and love for her late husband.
Ozzy’s final message to fans during his last performance echoed with renewed weight after his death: “Thank you from the bottom of my heart… Birmingham Forever.” As fans revisited footage from that night, it became clear that the Prince of Darkness was not only saying goodbye to the stage but also to the world. Through her grief, Kelly’s tribute reminded us that behind the legend was a father deeply loved—and dearly missed.