In a resurfaced interview, Ozzy Osbourne candidly admitted that during his years of addiction, he was not present for his family, despite being “the most important person” in their lives. Struggling with substance use in the 1970s and beyond, Ozzy’s addiction took a deep toll on his wife, Sharon, and their children. He recalled a moment with his son Jack, who told him, “What about a father?”—a statement that made Ozzy realize how his absence had impacted them emotionally.
Despite several relapses, Ozzy eventually achieved sobriety, which brought calm and healing to his household. Sharon described their home life as “very pleasant” once he became sober, and Jack later publicly praised his father as “funny, unique, and powerful.” Their relationship strengthened over time, and Jack even supported Ozzy at the screening of his documentary, The Nine Lives of Ozzy Osbourne, in Birmingham—just a day before the rock legend’s final concert performance.
Plans for an Ozzy biopic had been moving forward with excitement from the family, but sadly, the musician passed away on July 22, 2025, at the age of 76. Surrounded by his loved ones, the Osbourne family announced his death and requested privacy. Ozzy had been spending more time with his grandchildren in recent years, although he maintained certain boundaries, preferring visits at his own home and leaving diaper duty to Sharon.
Ozzy’s final Instagram post—a backstage hallway labeled “Back to the Beginning – The Final Show”—is now seen as a quiet farewell. The image, shared just before his death, has moved fans who filled the comments with heartfelt tributes. As Jack and others reflect on his legacy, it’s clear that Ozzy’s final years were marked by reflection, reconciliation, and a meaningful return to family.