Losing a parent is something no one is ever truly prepared for—especially when that parent is someone as iconic and cherished as Ozzy Osbourne.
For Kelly Osbourne, that pain is still very raw.
Just weeks after her father’s death, she took to Instagram to share an emotional message with her fans, thanking them for the love and support during what she describes as the “hardest moment of her life.”
Ozzy Osbourne passed away on July 22 at the age of 76.
And while his public legacy as the frontman of Black Sabbath is undeniable, Kelly reminded everyone that, for her, he was simply her dad—the one she was closest to in the world.
“I Will Not Be OK for a While”: Kelly’s Honest Message to Fans
In a deeply personal post, Kelly, 40, admitted she had tried “a hundred times” to find the right words.
She finally shared a moving tribute to the fans who have reached out:
“From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
The love, support, and beautiful messages I’ve received from so many of you have truly helped carry me through the hardest moment of my life.
Every kind word, every shared memory, every bit of compassion has meant more than I can ever explain.”
She spoke about the strange nature of grief—how it comes in waves and takes time.
Though she admitted she won’t be okay for a while, she said knowing others share in her family’s pain has brought some comfort.
Kelly ended her post with a powerful nod to her roots and her father’s legacy, writing:
“Thank you for being there. I love you all so much.
Kelly #BirminghamForever #OzzyForever.”
The Quiet Place Ozzy Chose to Be Laid to Rest
Ozzy was laid to rest this past week on the grounds of his countryside estate in England, known as Welders House—a place he and Sharon Osbourne purchased back in 1993.
The sprawling 250-acre property had always been a sanctuary for the couple, especially during the whirlwind years of fame in the 1990s and early 2000s.
A family insider shared that Welders House was a retreat for Ozzy—somewhere away from cameras, concerts, and chaos.
It was where he could focus on simply being a husband and father.
“Despite all the amazing rock and roll success and celebrity he had, in his heart he was always a family man.”
Ozzy’s Final Years: A Homecoming Delayed by Health Battles
Though Ozzy spent many years living in Los Angeles, he had made the decision to permanently return to his beloved UK estate back in 2022.
That move came after his Parkinson’s diagnosis in 2020, prompting a full renovation of the home—including a custom rehab wing, exercise suite, and even bat boxes (a nod to his infamous stage antics).
Unfortunately, a serious fall that worsened an old quad bike injury delayed his return.
But despite all that, Kelly had recently shared that Ozzy had been in good spirits leading up to what would become his final show.
Kelly’s Final Interview Before His Death Was Filled with Hope
Just two weeks before Ozzy’s passing, Kelly gave what would now be seen as a bittersweet interview.
Speaking with warmth and pride, she shared how excited her father was about performing one last time with Black Sabbath at Villa Park in Birmingham—a show that also coincided with another major moment in her life: her engagement to Sid Wilson.
“My dad is amazing! He’s so excited for his final show on Saturday.
There is all the nerves and all the excitement.”
She also gave a light-hearted update on her wedding plans, joking about how she wanted to “just go to a registry office and take over a pub,” while her mother Sharon had other ideas and had taken over the entire planning process.
Kelly laughed at the contrast, saying:
“I want nothing to do with it… So I’m letting my mum plan it.”
That wedding, she had hoped, would include her father walking her down the aisle—something that, heartbreakingly, will no longer be possible.
A Final Tribute in Purple Glasses and Tears
At the funeral procession on Wednesday, Kelly wore a deeply symbolic item: her father’s signature purple-tinted glasses.
It was a simple yet touching tribute to Ozzy, who had always worn them.
The procession through Birmingham included family, friends, and fans, with a poignant stop at Black Sabbath Bridge.
She stood beside her siblings, Jack and Aimee, and Ozzy’s son Louis from his first marriage, as they laid flowers and greeted mourners.
There were peace signs, tearful embraces, and quiet gestures of thanks to the crowd.
Kelly and Jack shared a particularly emotional hug at the floral-draped Black Sabbath Bridge—a moment that captured the deep sense of loss felt not just by the family, but by the millions who admired Ozzy from afar.
A Father’s Love That Was Never Hidden
Ozzy never made it a secret: Kelly was his favorite. He had said it openly in interviews, even joking with Rolling Stone about it, saying:
“If I’ve got a favourite kid, it’s Kelly.”
“Oh, they know it! Me and Kelly, we’re like two peas in a pod!”
In 2003, the father-daughter duo even released a duet version of the song “Changes”, which reached number one on the UK singles chart.
It became a heartfelt reflection of their unique and loving bond.
Holding On to Legacy, Love, and Each Other
As Kelly continues to mourn, her message to fans reveals not only her pain but also her strength.
She’s holding tight to her father’s memory—his legacy in music, his deep love for his family, and the light he left behind in her life.
The world lost a rock legend. But Kelly lost her dad.
And in the end, it’s that deeply human part of the story that’s touching hearts everywhere.
