"Kelly Osbourne expresses gratitude for love, light, and the enduring legacy, expressing heartfelt thanks to supporters in the aftermath of her father's tragic passing."
After a long and illustrious career, legendary rock singer Ozzy Osbourne passed away on July 22, at the age of 76. The news of his passing has sent shockwaves through the music industry and left fans mourning the loss of a true rock legend.
Ozzy's career faced a serious low point in 1979 when he left Black Sabbath due to his escalating substance abuse and erratic behaviour. However, his career was revitalised thanks to Sharon Arden, daughter of Black Sabbath's manager Don Arden, who took on managing Ozzy and helped him recover and rebuild his solo career.
Ozzy's solo debut, Blizzard of Ozz (1980), marked an impressive comeback with hits like "Crazy Train," featuring guitarist Randy Rhoads. He went on to release successful solo albums and became a major figure in heavy metal outside Black Sabbath.
Despite several reunions with Black Sabbath, Ozzy's most significant contributions came during his solo career. He continued touring for decades, though his 2019 accident resulted in spinal damage that prompted cancellation of the European leg of his "No More Tours II" tour in 2023 and effectively ended large-scale touring. However, he planned smaller performances and a new album release in 2024.
A recent documentary titled Ozzy Osbourne: No Escape From Now covers his later years and career after Black Sabbath, highlighting his struggles and his resilience. The documentary, directed by BAFTA Award winner Tania Alexander, will feature interviews with Ozzy's bandmates, including Tony Iommi, Duff McKagan, Robert Trujillo, Billy Idol, Maynard James Keenan, Chad Smith, Zakk Wylde, and producer Andrew Watt.
Kelly Osbourne, Ozzy's daughter, shared a touching thank you note on Instagram, expressing her gratitude for the love, support, and messages she received during this difficult time. She mentioned that she will not be okay for a while, but knowing her family is not alone in their pain makes a difference.
Ozzy was laid to rest last week after a private funeral service in Buckinghamshire. The funeral service was attended by close family and friends, with Kelly Osbourne signing off her note with the hashtags #BirminghamForever and #OzzyForever.
As we bid farewell to Ozzy Osbourne, we remember his iconic performances, his unforgettable voice, and the indelible mark he left on the world of rock music. He will be deeply missed, but his legacy will live on forever.
- Fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming documentary, titled "Ozzy Osbourne: No Escape From Now," which focuses on Ozzy's later years and career after Black Sabbath, featuring interviews with his bandmates such as Tony Iommi, Duff McKagan, and Zakk Wylde.
- Ozzy's legendary status in the heavy metal genre was solidified with his solo debut album, Blizzard of Ozz (1980), including hits like "Crazy Train" and notable guitar solos by Randy Rhoads.
- Despite the challenging circumstances that arose during his career, including a 1979 departure from Black Sabbath due to substance abuse issues, Ozzy's solo career paved the way for his most significant contributions to music.
- Kelly Osbourne, Ozzy's daughter, took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message, expressing gratitude for the love and support pouring in during this difficult time while acknowledging that she will need time to cope with the loss.
- In 2024, Ozzy planned to release a new album and perform smaller shows despite his 2019 accident that caused spinal damage and led to the cancellation of the European leg of his "No More Tours II" tour in 2023.
- As entertainment industry celebrities and pop-culture enthusiasts continue to reflect on Ozzy's life and contributions to the rock music world, they recognize that his influence and legacy will endure, far beyond the stage and studios.
