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Adam Lambert and Queen were performing at Rock In Rio in 2015 when Freddie Mercury joined them on stage for a staggering duet of his most famous hit ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’.

Freddie Mercury may be gone but he is certainly not forgotten.

The former Queen frontman, who died in 1991, gave a stunning performance when he joined his ex-bandmates and Adam Lambert on stage in 2015.

Queen and their new lead singer Adam Lambert were performing at the annual music festival in Brazil, Rock In Rio, when they launched into Freddie Mercury’s most famous song, ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’.

Adam Lambert sang the opening verses of 'Bohemian Rhapsody' at Rock In Rio in 2015.
Adam Lambert sang the opening verses of ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ at Rock In Rio in 2015. Picture: UMG/SFX/Live Nation
A screen then lit up the stage behind Adam Lambert showing footage of Freddie Mercury singing and playing the piano.
A screen then lit up the stage behind Adam Lambert showing footage of Freddie Mercury singing and playing the piano. Picture: UMG/SFX/Live Nation

As Adam Lambert sang the opening verses of the hit song, a screen then lit up the stage behind him showing footage of Freddie Mercury singing and playing the piano.

Queen and Freddie Mercury then proceeded to sing the song together – performing it over three decades apart.

Brian May gave a beautiful guitar solo and was then joined by footage of Roger Taylor, John Deacon and Freddie Mercury singing ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ from the song’s official 1975 music video.

The performance then culminated in Adam Lambert taking over on lead vocals as Queen continued to rock the stadium in Brazil.

Footage was shown of Roger Taylor, John Deacon and Freddie Mercury singing 'Bohemian Rhapsody' from the song's official music video.
Footage was shown of Roger Taylor, John Deacon and Freddie Mercury singing ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ from the song’s official music video. Picture: UMG/SFX/Live Nation
Brian May performed a guitar solo for the ecstatic Rock In Rio crowd (pictured).
Brian May performed a guitar solo for the ecstatic Rock In Rio crowd (pictured). Picture: UMG/SFX/Live Nation

Adam Lambert has a long held association with ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’, famously singing the song when he was an unknown auditionee on American Idol, just six years earlier in 2009.

After singing a flawless acapella version of Freddie Mercury’s famous ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ during the audition in Los Angeles, the judges were quick to evaluate the 27-year-old Adam Lambert’s performance.

Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul, and Kara DioGuardi proceeded to argue over the young performers vocals, with Simon calling his performance “too theatrical”, before eventually – and after much debate – agreeing to put him through.

Watch the video of Adam Lambert, Freddie Mercury and Queen below:

Queen + Adam Lambert: Bohemian Rhapsody (Rock In Rio 2015)

Adam Lambert found fame on American Idol after auditioning with Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody'. Pictured, Adam on the show in 2009.
Adam Lambert found fame on American Idol after auditioning with Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’. Pictured, Adam on the show in 2009. Picture: Getty

Rio de Janeiro’s annual Rock In Rio concert also holds a lot of significance for singer George Michael, who met the ‘love of his life’ there while performing at the festival in 1991.

Video footage has resurfaced of the day George Michael first spotted his future boyfriend Anselmo Feleppa in the audience at one of his concerts.

George confirmed he was singing on stage at the 1991 Rio de Janeiro concert when he locked eyes with Anselmo in the crowd for the first time and nearly forgot his words to the song.

The relationship with the Brazilian would become one of the most important of George’s life, before their time was tragically cut short when Anselmo died from complications from AIDS just two years after they first met.

On an episode of The Late Late Show, the audience was treated to an unforgettable moment when host James Corden challenged Adam Lambert to a sing-off, sparking an intense showdown between the two onstage.

 

The atmosphere quickly escalated as Corden playfully claimed he might be the better lead singer for Queen, just as Lambert gears up for the legendary band’s upcoming summer tour. What followed was a thrilling back-and-forth of Queen hits, echoing Corden’s previous musical face-off with Neil Patrick Harris. The playful rivalry had the crowd roaring, making for a one-of-a-kind late-night spectacle.

Lambert kicked off the show with a thrilling surprise: his Queen bandmates joined him on stage for a powerful rendition of “We Will Rock You.” The audience was electric, but Corden wasn’t backing down. With a cheeky quip, he called it “amateur hour” before throwing some playful shade during “Don’t Stop Me Now.”

As the performance unfolded with classic hits like “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” and “Another One Bites the Dust,” the energy was undeniable. By the end, a teary-eyed Corden finally admitted defeat, acknowledging Lambert’s prowess as the true Queen frontman. To wrap things up on a high, the two joined forces for an emotional duet of “Somebody to Love,” leaving the crowd buzzing with excitement.

A fan wrote, “I love how Adam and James are trash talking to each other. But I really love the songs they are trash talking with!!. They are awesome!!” while another commented, “No one can replace Freddy as lead vocalist , but Adam is brilliant as a member of queen and does a fantastic job keeping queen alive , Freddie would approve I’m sure.”

 

 See Adam Lambert Perform ‘Acid Queen’ from The Who’s Tommy at Broadway BackwardsThe star-studded evening benefited Broadway Cares and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center.

Cabaret star and Queen frontman Adam Lambert blew the roof off the Gershwin Theatre at Broadway Backwards this year with a bombastic rendition of “Acid Queen” from The Who’s Tommy. Check out the video of his performance above.

Broadway Backwards, the annual benefit concert celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community via songs from the musical theatre, played Broadway’s Gershwin Theatre, current home of Wicked, March 10. The show raised a record-breaking $1,111,788 to benefit Broadway Cares and The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center in New York City. The 2025 total bested the record set last year by more than $194,000. The one-night-only, annual event was produced by Broadway Cares. Broadway Backwards favorite and Tony nominee Jenn Colella (Suffs) returned for the fifth year to host the concert.

This year’s performers included Bobby Conte (The Who’s Tommy), Tony nominee Lorna Courtney (& Juliet), Nikki Renée Daniels (Once Upon a Mattress), Tony and Emmy nominee Eden Espinosa (Lempicka), Tony winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot), Sydney James Harcourt (Cats: “The Jellicle Ball”), Tony nominee Dorian Harewood (The Notebook), Manu Narayan (Company), Jessica Phillips (Redwood), Conrad Ricamora (Oh, Mary!), and Ryan Vasquez (The Notebook), as well as Tituss Burgess (Oh, Mary!), Tony winner Len Cariou (Sweeney Todd), Bradley Dean (Redwood), Dionne Figgins (A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical), Jordan Fisher (Urinetown), Lydia Gaston (The King and I), Tony nominee Joshua Henry (Into the Woods), Tony winner Gregory Jbara (Billy Elliott: The Musical), Lambert (Cabaret), Tiffany Mann (Urinetown), Tony winner Kelli O’Hara (Days of Wine and Roses), Preston Perez (A Beautiful Noise, the Neil Diamond Musical), Kate (Kei) Tsuruharatani (Jagged Little Pill), Remi Tuckman (DRAG: The Musical), and Joy Woods (Gypsy).

What began as a small, grassroots concert performed at The Center in 2006 has grown into a highly anticipated event. In its previous 18 editions, Broadway Backwards has raised more than $7.9 million for Broadway Cares and The Center. Creator Robert Bartley returnd to direct and choreograph the show. He was joined by Ted Arthur and Mary-Mitchell Campbell as music supervisors, Nicholas Connors and Nick Wilders as music directors, and Chris Gurr as associate music director. Amanda LaMotte joined as choreographer, and Adam Roberts returned as choreographer and associate director. ARC’s Mark Brandon and Jarrett Reiche served as casting consultants.

Broadway Cares is one of the nation’s leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organizations. By drawing upon the talents, resources, and generosity of the American theater community, since 1988 Broadway Cares has raised more than $300 million for essential services for people with HIV/AIDS and other critical illnesses across the United States.

“Bet they didn’t expect me to sing with one arm and cradle my son with the other,” Adam Lambert joked, stepping into the spotlight at the Sydney Opera House — a newborn tucked gently in his arms. “You’re rewriting the definition of a rockstar, man,” Keith Urban laughed beside him, strumming the first notes of “You’ll Be in My Heart.”

What was meant to be a simple surprise duet turned into something unforgettable. With one hand on the mic and the other cradling his newborn son, Adam delivered a raw, emotional performance that had the entire venue in stunned silence. Keith played alongside him, letting Adam’s vocals — tender, powerful, and heartbreakingly personal — take center stage.

The crowd, caught between tears and awe, watched not just a concert moment, but a deeply human one: a new father singing his love to the tiniest VIP in the room.

Social media lit up instantly, with fans calling it “the most beautiful performance of the year” and praising Lambert for blending vulnerability and strength in a way only a real artist — and a real dad — could.

In a world where perfection is often staged, this moment wasn’t. It was real. It was raw. And it’s one we’ll be replaying long after the lights go down

It wasn’t planned. It wasn’t rehearsed for headlines. But sometimes the most unforgettable moments in music aren’t about perfection—they’re about courage.

Kelly Clarkson w/ River Rose & Remy - Heartbeat Song (8/19/23)chemistry Las Vegas Bakkt @ PH - YouTube

 

Last night, in a packed arena brimming with lights, fans, and the pulse of anticipation, the world stopped for something no one expected. The music faded. The lights dimmed. And in the hush, Adam Lambert leaned down, his voice soft but steady, and whispered just five words that would change a life:

“Remy, you’re up, buddy.”

From the shadows, out walked 8-year-old Remy Blackstock, the son of Kelly Clarkson—tiny sneakers, trembling hands, and a heart pounding loud enough to hear.

The song? Not just any song. “Heartbeat Song”—his mom’s. At first, his voice was barely a whisper. A shy quiver, hanging in the air. But Adam stayed right beside him, nodding, giving him the anchor he needed.

And then something happened. The smallness in Remy’s voice started to fade. Soft became steady. Steady became strong. Fear turned into flight. The crowd didn’t cheer. They didn’t clap. No one reached for their phones. Thousands of people simply stood still, watching a child step into something bigger than a stage—he was stepping into his own courage.

Kelly Clarkson's 8-Year-Old Son Remy Teases Mom Over His Viral 'My Way' Cover: 'Do You Get That Many Views?'

Backstage, Kelly Clarkson stood frozen, hand pressed to her chest, tears streaking silently down her face. She wasn’t watching a performance. She was watching her son—a little boy singing his mother’s song, singing her words, but making them his own.

When Remy finished, the arena didn’t just erupt—it exploded. Thunderous applause. Tears. Smiles. But the loudest moment had already passed. It was that quiet hush—those sacred minutes when a child found his voice, and a mother saw herself reflected in it. Adam Lambert later told the crowd:

“That wasn’t about fame. That was about family. About facing the thing that scares you and doing it anyway.”

For Kelly, for Remy, for everyone in the room—it wasn’t just another concert.

It was a heartbeat moment. And no one will forget it.

The sky over Birmingham was grey, heavy with mist, as more than 20,000 mourners gathered for one final goodbye to a man who had roared through life with a voice that shook stadiums and a heart that beat hardest for those he loved. Ozzy Osbourne—The Prince of Darkness, the father, the husband, the legend—was gone.

The grand memorial stage was draped in black velvet, flanked by iron candelabras, roses, and flickering screens showing moments from Ozzy’s life—on stage, with fans, with his children… and always with Sharon.

Who is Sharon Osbourne? All about Ozzy Osbourne's wife and kids

Fans expected tributes. They expected guitars, tears, maybe even fireworks. What they didn’t expect—what no one could have predicted—was the silence that would soon fall over the arena. And what broke it.

As the orchestra tuned softly and the lights dimmed to a gentle blue glow, Andrea Bocelli stepped onto the stage. His very presence hushed the air. A global icon of opera, Bocelli was known for stirring the soul—but this time, something was different. He wasn’t alone.

From the far left side of the stage, a figure emerged slowly. Sharon Osbourne, clad in a long black dress with sleeves like veils, moved toward him with quiet dignity. Her steps were unsure, but her face… her face held something more powerful than grief. It held purpose.

Gasps rippled through the audience. Some couldn’t believe what they were seeing. Sharon was not known as a singer. She had managed, supported, and loved Ozzy for over four decades—but this? This was something else.

Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne's Relationship: A Look Back at Their Marriage

Bocelli began to sing the opening lines of “Time to Say Goodbye.” His voice—deep, rich, sorrowful—wrapped around the arena like prayer. Then, halfway through the first verse, Sharon stepped to the microphone. Her voice, though far from polished, cracked with raw emotion. It wasn’t about perfection. It was about pain. It was about love.

Together, their voices met—his trained and soaring, hers trembling and human. They sang not just to the crowd, but to Ozzy himself. Sharon didn’t look out into the audience once. Her eyes were fixed skyward.

People began to cry. Men who had followed Ozzy since the Sabbath days wiped their faces. Young fans held each other. Security guards removed their hats. It wasn’t just a performance—it was a farewell stitched together by music, loss, and a bond stronger than death.

Andrea Bocelli coming to First Horizon Coliseum | Greensboro Complex

As the final chorus rang out, Sharon whispered the last line—not into the mic, but into the air, like a secret meant only for him.

The crowd didn’t erupt. There was no applause. Just silence. Pure, aching, reverent silence.

Then someone, somewhere, started singing softly. “Mama, I’m Coming Home.” A few joined. Then dozens. Then thousands. It became a gentle chorus from the crowd, lifting into the sky like smoke from a sacred fire.

Sharon bowed her head, her hands shaking, and turned to Bocelli. He gave a respectful nod, took her hand, and together they walked offstage into the shadows.

Later that night, in interviews and social media posts, attendees would try to explain what they had witnessed. “It felt holy,” one fan said. “Like we weren’t just saying goodbye to a rock star, but honoring a love story.” Others called it the most emotional moment in music since Freddie Mercury’s tribute concert.

Andrea Bocelli Sings 'Hallelujah' with Tori Kelly in Italy

But perhaps the most poignant words came from Kelly Osbourne, who posted a single photo on Instagram: Sharon onstage, eyes closed, singing beside Bocelli. The caption read, “She sang for Dad. And the world sang with her.”

Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral was always going to be legendary.

But no one expected it to end in a duet that left 20,000 people speechless, sobbing, and forever changed.

And in that haunting harmony, rock and roll bowed one final time—to love.

It wasn’t rehearsed for headlines. It wasn’t choreographed for spectacle. And yet, it became the soul of an entire nation’s celebration.

At Trooping the Colour 2025, just when the ceremony seemed to follow familiar pageantry, something entirely unexpected happened—something human. As the orchestra began to play the solemn opening bars of “I Vow to Thee, My Country,” Andrea Bocelli stepped into the light. But he wasn’t alone.

Princess Catherine, the Princess of Wales, emerged from behind the colonnades of Horse Guards Parade, not in glittering regalia but in a simple, elegant ensemble of navy blue. There was no royal announcement, no trumpet call. Just a quiet moment—a mother, a wife, a woman—taking her place beside one of the greatest voices of our time.

At first, her voice was soft. Almost unsure. But it was real.

Kate Middleton Stuns in Teal Catherine Walker at Trooping the Colour

Bocelli’s deep, resonant tenor embraced her delicate notes like a steady hand offered in the dark. Together, they weren’t just singing. They were telling a story—of resilience, of quiet strength, of a country that has endured heartache, illness, uncertainty… and still stands.

From the first note, the entire crowd of over 60,000 fell silent. No rustle, no cheer. Just listening. Prince William stood still, his hand gently clasping young Prince George’s. Even King Charles, ever composed, seemed moved—his eyes closed, lips tight, perhaps whispering a prayer only he could hear.

What unfolded wasn’t a performance—it was a release.

Princess Kate pays tribute to Diana as she copies her turquoise look for Trooping The Colour - The Mirror

The choice of song couldn’t have been more profound. “I Vow to Thee, My Country” has long been a hymn of devotion, often sung in times of grief and remembrance. But on this day, it became something else—a national mirror, held up by two voices: one seasoned and soaring, the other trembling but true.

As the final chorus neared, Kate’s voice grew steadier, more confident. Her face, lit by the soft June sun, carried the vulnerability of someone who knows what it means to break—and still choose to sing.

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When the last note hung in the air, Bocelli reached for her hand. She took it.

And in that single gesture, the crowd erupted—not in wild applause, but in reverent standing ovation. Tears rolled freely. Some held hands. Some placed them over their hearts. One woman in the crowd whispered through sobs, “She wasn’t singing as a princess. She was singing as one of us.”

Kate Middleton Turns Heads in Aquamarine Catherine Walker Dress at Trooping the Colour 2025

Social media lit up instantly.
“She didn’t just perform—she opened a vein,” one tweet read.
Another said: “No throne could’ve made her more powerful than that moment.”

The duet wasn’t televised as a scheduled act—it had been kept secret. A gift, not a statement. And yet, it became the moment everyone remembered.

In the hours that followed, Buckingham Palace released no official comment. But they didn’t have to.

Princess Catherine's Trooping the Colour 2025 Look

Because what Kate and Bocelli gave that day didn’t need translation. It was felt.

She didn’t sing to impress. She sang to connect.

In a world divided, distracted, and desperate for meaning, Princess Kate reminded us of something often lost in ceremony: that royalty is not just about crowns, but courage. Not just lineage, but humanity.

And for one fleeting, unforgettable moment, we weren’t just subjects watching a sovereign.

We were souls, standing together, listening to a truth too deep for words—but just right for song.

Trooping the Colour 2025 Recap: A Time for Reflection for the British Royal Family

The Queen's Trooping the Colour Jewels

“I Wanted the Last Thing He Heard From Me to Be Music”

But it was at Ozzy’s private funeral in London — attended by family, friends, and music royalty — that Kelly truly left mourners speechless.

With her voice trembling but resolute, Kelly walked slowly to the front of the chapel and said:

“He always told me, ‘Sing loud, even if you’re scared.’ So… Dad, this one’s for you.”

She then performed a hauntingly beautiful acoustic version of “Changes”, the 1972 Black Sabbath ballad that she and Ozzy famously re-recorded together in 2003.

This time, however, she changed the final verse.

Kelly Osbourne, 40, has broken her silence following the death of her father Ozzy in a heartbreaking tribute on Friday (pictured together in 2020)

Her voice broke as she sang:

🎵
“You gave me light when I was dark / You stayed with me when I fell apart / Now I’m changed, I’m changed again / But this time I’m without my friend…”
🎵


Family and Friends in Tears

As Kelly sang, Sharon Osbourne clutched a rosary in the front pew, weeping openly. Jack Osbourne put his arm around his sister as she finished the final notes.

Even longtime family friend Sir Elton John was seen wiping his eyes.

“It wasn’t just a performance,” one guest said. “It was a daughter letting her soul speak for the last time.”


Ozzy’s Final Request Fulfilled

The music legend, nicknamed the Prince of Darkness, died on Tuesday at the age of 76 just weeks after he took to the stage for his final show with Black Sabbath, with his family confirming the devastating news

Sources close to the family later revealed that Ozzy himself had asked Kelly to sing “Changes” at his funeral, telling her months ago:

“If you don’t cry, it’s not real. And if you cry while you sing, I’ll be proud.”

She did.


Kelly’s Closing Words

He is survived by his wife Sharon and his six children. He shares three kids - Aimee, 41, Kelly, 41, and Jack, 40, with Sharon ; pictured L-R Kelly, Ozzy, Sharon, Jack in 2015

After the song, Kelly placed a handwritten letter inside her father’s casket. No one knows what it said — but as she turned away, she whispered loud enough for the front row to hear:

“You were never just the Prince of Darkness to me. You were my light.”


Ozzy Osbourne gave the world his voice, his madness, and his heart.

In 2003, the father-daughter duo rereleased a revised version of the song (pictured at the Olympic Torch Concert in London in 2004)
But to Kelly… he was simply Dad.
And with her song, she gave him back everything he once gave her —
one final time.

It was the kind of overcast morning that made the world feel a little quieter—like even the skies were grieving. The white roses lining the steps of St. Paul’s Chapel in Los Angeles swayed gently in the breeze, as mourners filed in to say goodbye to Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the beloved actor, musician, and poet who had passed unexpectedly just days earlier. But no one inside was prepared for the moment that would break even the strongest hearts.

Adele arrived quietly, dressed in deep navy with a small black veil brushing her cheek. Adam Lambert followed minutes later, eyes glassy, clutching a folded piece of music in one hand and a white rose in the other. The two had never shared a stage before—but on this day, they were united by grief and love for a man who had touched them both in different ways.

The ceremony was already heavy with emotion. Malcolm’s former co-stars shared stories that made the crowd both laugh and cry. His daughter read a poem he had written for her years ago, her voice trembling. A jazz trio played one of Malcolm’s original compositions. But it was when the minister stepped aside and the lights dimmed that the chapel fell into a reverent hush.

Without fanfare or introduction, Adele took a single step forward. She glanced at Adam, then looked out across the sea of faces—friends, family, fellow artists, and strangers who had simply loved the man for who he was.

“This is for our brother,” she whispered into the microphone, her voice already cracking. “Gone too soon, but never silent.”

Adam nodded. And then, the first soft piano notes of “Bridge Over Troubled Water” filled the space.

Adele began the first verse slowly, each word drawn from somewhere deep inside her soul. Her voice—raw, aching—carried the pain of loss but also the strength of memory. Adam joined her on the second verse, his vocals ethereal yet trembling, like a candle fighting wind.

Behind them, a screen faded into black-and-white photos: Malcolm as a boy with his mother, laughing in costume on set, holding a Grammy, playing saxophone barefoot in a New Orleans bar. The images were intimate, powerful, and unfiltered.

Halfway through the song, Adam’s voice caught on the word “friend.” He faltered. His head bowed. A beat passed.

Then Adele, without hesitation, reached across and took his hand.

“We’ve got you,” she whispered, barely audible, but somehow carried through the room.

The choir joined softly for the final chorus. Not a showy crescendo—but a tender lift, like a soul ascending. Adele and Adam’s voices rose, then fell, then merged into a single breath of sound, and as the final note faded, there was no applause.

Only silence.

A heavy, sacred silence.

People didn’t just cry—they wept. Shoulders shook. Hands clutched hearts. Even the minister wiped his eyes.

After the song, Adele placed the white rose on the closed mahogany casket and lingered for a moment, her lips moving in a private prayer. Adam followed, laying the folded sheet music on top.

As they returned to their seats, a low murmur rippled through the chapel—people whispering not in awe, but in shared mourning.

Outside, the clouds finally broke, and a faint beam of sunlight poured through the stained-glass window behind the altar.

It felt like a sign.

Later, Adele would say in an interview, “I didn’t know if I could get through it. But I kept thinking… Malcolm would’ve told me, ‘Sing through the pain. That’s where the truth lives.’”

Adam, eyes still puffy from crying, simply said, “We sang him home.”

And they had.

In the days that followed, clips of the tribute went viral, reaching millions. But those who were there knew: no video could capture the weight of that moment. No headline could explain how two voices, bound by grief, helped a roomful of people let go.

It was more than music.

It was goodbye. It was healing. It was love, unspoken—but heard by all.

Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary rock star known both as a solo artist and frontman of Black Sabbath, has died. He was 76 years old.

The news of Ozzy’s death comes just weeks after his farewell show on July 5. During the performance, he reunited with his original Black Sabbath bandmates Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward.

“You’ve got no idea how I feel,” a teary-eyed Ozzy said during the show. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

According to PEOPLE, Ozzy was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2003, but didn’t go public with his diagnosis until 2020; however, other publications state he was diagnosed in 2019. Ozzy also underwent multiple spinal surgeries over the years.

During a 2023 interview with Rolling Stone, Ozzy admitted his past drug and alcohol use likely contributed to his poor health in the later years of his life.

“I do count my lucky stars,” he said. “I don’t know why I’m still here and I do sometimes think I’m on borrowed time. I said to [his wife] Sharon the other day, ‘What a great f—— life we’ve had and what a great f—— experience.’”

Ozzy Osbourne Dead At 76 - Perez Hilton

Ozzy’s family confirmed the news of his death on July 22, 2025, in a statement issued to the U.K. Press Association. The statement, cited by NBC News and other outlets, read:

“It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning [July 22]. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.”

Ozzy’s music publicist also confirmed the news of his death with the BBC, stating Ozzy died in the UK.

Ozzy is survived by his wife, Sharon, and his six children: Jessica, Louis, Elliot, Aimee, Kelly, and Jack. He shares Jessica, Louis, and Elliot with his ex-wife, Thelma Riley, and shares Aimee, Kelly, and Jack with Sharon.

A Brief History Of Ozzy Osbourne’s Life & Career

John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne was born on December 3, 1948, in Marston Green, Warwickshire, England. In 1968, he joined the Polka Tulk Blues Band, which later changed its name to Earth before becoming Black Sabbath.

As the frontman of Black Sabbath, Ozzy delivered some of the most recognizable songs in rock and roll history, including “Iron Man,” “Paranoid,” and “War Pigs.”

Ozzy was fired from the band in 1979. But that didn’t end his career. He released his debut solo album in 1980, which contained his unforgettable hit “Crazy Train.”

As a solo artist, Ozzy released several now-iconic songs, including “Bark at the Moon,” “Mr. Crowley,” and “Flying High Again.”

Ozzy’s success started to wane in the ’90s. But he found new popularity as a reality TV star when his family’s show, The Osbournes, debuted on MTV in 2002. The show ran for four seasons until 2005.

Despite his health struggles, Ozzy continued to perform whenever possible, even though that wasn’t often in his later years. He also reflected on his legacy, telling Rolling Stone in 2002.

I made a lot of people smile. I’ve also made a lot of people go, ‘Who the f— does this guy think he is?‘ I guarantee that if I was to die tonight, tomorrow it would be, ‘Ozzy Osbourne, the man who bit the head off a bat, died in his hotel room …’
I know that’s coming.”

He added, “But I’ve got no complaints. At least I’ll be remembered.”

Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76: All on wife Sharon Osbourne and ex-wife Thelma Riley | Hollywood - Hindustan Times

The response was overwhelming when news broke that Ozzy would reunite with his Black Sabbath bandmates for one last show on July 5. The show sold out almost instantly. As NBC News details, 45,000 attended in person and 5.8 million watched online.

Ozzy was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice: as a member of Black Sabbath in 2006 and as a solo artist in 2024. Watch him speak at the 2024 Hall of Fame ceremony below.