Kelly Osbourne has shared a heartfelt message thanking fans for their support following her father Ozzy Osbourne’s death. She posted the emotional note on Instagram.
The message expressed her deep gratitude for the overwhelming support she and her family have received during this difficult time.
“I’ve sat down to write this a hundred times and still don’t know if the words will ever feel like enough… but from the bottom of my heart, thank you,” Kelly Osbourne said. “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.”
She continued to acknowledge how much the fan support has meant to her family during their grieving process.
“Every kind word, every shared memory, every bit of compassion has meant more than I can ever explain,” she continued. “Grief is a strange thing-it sneaks up on you in waves—I will not be ok for a while-but knowing my family are not alone in our pain makes a difference. I’m holding on tight to the love, the light, and the legacy left behind. Thank you for being there. I love you all so much.”
The message highlights the close bond between the Osbourne family and their fans during this period of mourning.
Kelly’s tribute reflects the profound impact her father had on millions of fans worldwide throughout his legendary career spanning over five decades.
Wikipedia documented that Ozzy Osbourne co-founded the pioneering heavy metal band Black Sabbath in 1968. He rose to fame as their lead vocalist during the 1970s. He performed on the band’s first eight albums, including iconic records like Black Sabbath, Paranoid, and Master of Reality before launching his successful solo career in the 1980s.
The rock legend’s final chapter came to a close earlier this year when he played his last show at the Back to the Beginning concert in Birmingham on July 5. He announced his retirement due to health issues. The Alpena News reported that he passed away just 17 days later on July 22, 2025.
Throughout his remarkable career, Ozzy Osbourne sold over 100 million records and won multiple Grammy Awards. Britannica noted that he was inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – once as a solo artist and once with Black Sabbath. This cemented his status as a godfather of heavy metal.
His enduring influence extended far beyond music, shaping heavy metal culture worldwide. He earned lifetime achievement honors including the Ivor Novello Award. Fans around the globe continue to celebrate his legacy as one of rock music’s most influential figures.
