Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary singer of Black Sabbath and one of the most important figures in rock music, passed away in July at the age of 76. His death came just weeks after he performed on stage for the final time with Black Sabbath at Villa Park in Birmingham, during a special show called Back to the Beginning. It was a powerful and emotional farewell in the city where his journey began.
Later, it was confirmed that Ozzy died from a heart attack. He had also been living with serious health issues, including coronary artery disease and Parkinson’s disease, which he spoke about openly in recent years. Despite these challenges, Ozzy remained strong and continued to connect with his fans until the very end.
Following his passing, the Osbourne family has been honest about their grief. Ozzy’s son, Jack Osbourne, shared emotional details about how the family is coping. He revealed that many family members, including his wife and daughters, have been having similar dreams about Ozzy. In these dreams, Ozzy is laughing and telling them to stop crying. Jack said these moments feel comforting, almost like Ozzy is still watching over them and trying to make them smile.
Jack also spoke about his father publicly while appearing on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, where he opened up to the nation about the pain of losing him. In a social media post shared earlier, Jack wrote that his heart hurt too much to say a lot, adding that Ozzy never liked long speeches anyway. He said that while Ozzy meant many things to many people, he felt incredibly lucky to be one of the few who got to call him “Dad.”
Ozzy’s close friend Billy Morrison also shared that he had dreams about Ozzy, saying that in those dreams, Ozzy seemed peaceful and free from pain. These stories have touched fans deeply and brought comfort to many who are still mourning the loss of the rock icon.
Meanwhile, fans continue to celebrate Ozzy’s life and legacy. A special exhibition titled “Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero” is being held in Birmingham. Due to overwhelming demand, the exhibition has been extended for the second time and will now run until September 27, 2026. Since opening, it has attracted more than 425,000 visitors, showing just how much Ozzy meant to people around the world.
Ozzy Osbourne was more than a rock star. He was a symbol of rebellion, honesty, and survival. Though he is no longer here, his music, spirit, and influence will live on forever.