Kelly Osbourne breaks silence in devastating tribute to father Ozzy Osbourne
Kelly Osbourne has spoken out on her father's death for the first time.
Music legend Ozzy Osbourne passed away on the morning of 22 July, as confirmed by a heartfelt statement from his family.
They wrote that the 76-year-old was 'with his family and surrounded by love', following a battle with progressive neurological condition Parkinson's disease, which he was diagnosed with in 2019.
The Black Sabbath frontman was one of the most respected and influential figures in the heavy metal genre, though many may know him for his time on Noughties reality TV show, The Osbournes.
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It followed the chaotic life of the rock star's family, who lived in Los Angeles, producing several iconic moments for its fans.
Ozzy himself starred alongside wife Sharon, who recently broke her silence on her husband's passing, and children Kelly and Jack.
Kelly had earlier this month responded to claims that her parents had a 'suicide pact' if one of them were to get a severe disease that would cause their brain to deteriorate.
Speaking on Instagram, she said: "That was bulls**t my mom said to get attention one time. And my dad’s not dying. Stop."
But last night, the 40-year-old addressed her father's death for the first time, posting on Instagram Stories about the situation.
"I feel unhappy I am so sad. I lost the best friend I ever had," she emotionally penned.
The line is a quote from 1972 Black Sabbath song 'Changes'. Ozzy and Kelly released a duet version of the song in 2003, which topped the UK singles chart.
Ozzy died just weeks after watching her get engaged to Sid Wilson following his sensational final performance with Black Sabbath at Villa Park, Back to the Beginning.
Kelly had posted about the performance, which included the likes of Guns N Roses, Metallica and Ronnie Wood performing, sharing how much it meant to her.
Giving thanks to her father's fans, she added: "My dad got his moment in the sun! He was able to say thank you and goodbye in the most beautiful way," as she called the day 'magic'.
Just two days before Ozzy's death, Kelly posted a heartfelt video of her dad sat at the kitchen table with family.
Kelly wishes him good morning before panning the camera to the rock star, who's sporting a pair of headphones, as he wishes her one back.
The simple and wholesome moment was posted on 20 July, as the 76-year-old was spending time with both Kelly and her two-year-old son.
As well as his family and fans, many figures in the music world have also been quick to pay tribute to the late 'Prince of Darkness'.
Topics: Ozzy Osbourne, Instagram, Celebrity
Joshua Nair