Jack Osbourne Breaks Down: Emotional Revelation About Ozzy's Death
ROCK LEGEND OZZY OSBOURNE'S TRAGIC DEATH LEAVES BEHIND A LEGACY OF LOVE, LIES, AND LAMBASTED CRITICS
In a shocking turn of events, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne passed away on July 22 at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy that's as complex as it is fascinating. His son Jack Osbourne has been reeling from the devastating news, and in a heart-wrenching YouTube video, he opens up about receiving the fateful call.
THE FINAL CONCERT: A Bittersweet Farewell
Just weeks before his passing, Ozzy performed at Villa Park's Back to the Beginning show, which was touted as his final concert. Jack, who accompanied his dad on stage, revealed that this would be their last performance together as a family. After the show, Jack returned home to Los Angeles, leaving behind a grieving father who was battling Parkinson's disease.
THE DEVASTATING CALL
In the YouTube video, Jack recounts receiving the call about his father's passing while he was fast asleep in Los Angeles. "I woke up at 3:45 am to a knock on my door," he revealed, his voice cracking with emotion. "It was someone who's worked for our family for over 30 years. When I looked through the window, I knew something was wrong."
Jack explained that he was informed of Ozzy's passing and was left reeling from the news. He immediately booked a flight back to England to be with his family and pay his respects to his beloved father.
THE FUNERAL: A PRIVATE AFFAIR WITH A PUBLIC OUTPOURING OF LOVE
Ozzy's funeral was a private affair, held at the grounds of his Buckinghamshire mansion on July 30. However, it was clear that the rock legend's passing had touched the hearts of fans worldwide. Jack paid tribute to his father by sharing a poignant message with mourners: "Keanu Reeves once said, 'The people who love you miss you the most.' I felt that so intensely."
ROGER WATERS' CRITIQUE LEAVES JACK SPEECHLESS
In a stunning display of disdain, Roger Waters, an 81-year-old English singer-songwriter, publicly dissed Ozzy and Black Sabbath in an interview. "I couldn't care less about their music," he said. "I don't know what happens when you die, but I'm sure it's not as exciting as biting the heads off chickens."
Jack Osbourne was livid with Roger's comments, branding him a "ct" to his 1.3 million followers on Instagram. "My father always thought you were a ct," Jack wrote. "Thanks for proving him right." Jack added that he had no qualms about speaking out against Roger's behavior: "The only way you seem to get attention these days is by vomiting out bulls* in the press."
A LEGACY OF LOVE, LIES, AND CONTROVERSY
Ozzy Osbourne's life was a rollercoaster of highs and lows. From his tumultuous marriage to Sharon Arden to his struggles with addiction and Parkinson's disease, Ozzy's story is one of resilience and determination. Despite the controversies that surrounded him, Ozzy remained a beloved figure in the music world.
As Jack reflects on his father's passing, he acknowledges that the outpouring of love from fans worldwide has been nothing short of remarkable. "We're so grateful for all your love and support," Jack said in an interview with The Scholarly Note. "It means the world to us."
The Scholarly Note reached out to a representative for Roger Waters but did not receive a comment.
A FINAL FAREWELL
Ozzy Osbourne's passing has left behind a void that can never be filled, but his legacy will continue to inspire and influence generations to come. As Jack Osbourne so poignantly put it: "He's exploding through the universe, and we're all seeing it."
