In an emotional message, Kelly Osbourne reflects on her father's death and the outpouring of support she has received from fans.
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In a heartfelt message to her followers, Kelly Osbourne has opened up about the profound grief she’s feeling after the passing of her father, the legendary rock star Ozzy Osbourne. The 40-year-old took to Instagram to share her emotions, revealing that she’s navigating through one of the toughest times of her life following Ozzy’s death on July 22 at the age of 76.
The frontman of Black Sabbath was laid to rest last week at the family estate in Buckinghamshire, a place that holds special meaning for the Osbourne family.
A Touching Message of Gratitude
On Monday, Kelly reached out to her fans, expressing her gratitude for their overwhelming support during this challenging period.
“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,” she shared. Her heartfelt acknowledgment of the kindness and encouragement from her followers has helped her cope with her loss.
Kelly added, “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.” She ended her touching message with hashtags #BirminghamForever and #OzzyForever, honoring the city that played a pivotal role in her father’s remarkable career.
Funeral Details and Family Bonds
Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral was an intimate affair held on the family estate, a property that has been a sanctuary for the Osbourne family since 1993. Recently, the estate underwent renovations to include a wellness wing, a response to Ozzy’s Parkinson’s disease diagnosis in 2020. During the funeral, Kelly wore her father’s iconic purple-tinted glasses, a poignant gesture that underscored their close bond. Alongside her siblings, Jack and Aimee, as well as Ozzy’s eldest son, Louis, Kelly laid floral tributes in honor of her father. A visibly emotional Kelly was seen embracing Jack at Birmingham’s Black Sabbath Bridge, a significant site where fans gathered to pay their respects to the music icon.
Reflections on Their Relationship
The relationship between Kelly and Ozzy was marked by deep affection. Ozzy once famously declared, “If I’ve got a favourite kid, it’s Kelly… Me and Kelly, we’re like two peas in a pod!” This bond was beautifully showcased when they collaborated on a chart-topping cover of “Changes” in 2003, transforming the classic Black Sabbath ballad into a touching father-daughter duet.
Just weeks before his passing, Kelly expressed pride in her father’s health and excitement for his final performance with Black Sabbath in Birmingham. “My dad is amazing!” she had said, highlighting the emotional weight of the upcoming show. In the wake of this loss, Kelly is also navigating wedding plans with her fiancé, Sid Wilson. She had envisioned a small ceremony with her father by her side, but now she’s decided to let her mother take the reins on the planning, stating, “I want nothing to do with [planning] it.”
