Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 23, 2025 · Entertainment

Ozzy Osbourne's Shocked by Kelly's Surprise Proposal at Black Sabbath Farewell!

A visibly stunned Ozzy Osbourne looks on as Slipknot star Sid Wilson proposes to his daughter at Villa Park following the rocker's farewell show with Black Sabbath on July 5

OZZY OSBOURNE'S PERFECT END: LEGENDARY ROCKER'S FINAL FAREWELL PERFORMANCE TURNED INTO A ROMANTIC FAIRYTALE

In a shocking turn of events, Ozzy Osbourne's farewell performance with Black Sabbath at Villa Park stadium in Birmingham has taken on a whole new meaning - the legendary rocker's perfect end to a perfect show. The music icon died on July 21, just weeks after his emotional goodbye to fans, and now it's been revealed that his daughter Kelly's surprise engagement to Slipknot musician Sid Wilson was the icing on the cake.

As reported by TMZ, Sharon Osbourne spilled the beans on her husband's reaction to the proposal, saying Ozzy was "floored" by the timing of the romantic gesture. But what made it even more special was that Sid had already given Kelly a custom-made Mouawad engagement ring and asked for her father's permission to marry her months prior.

Fans across the world are in mourning following the legendary rocker's death, aged 76, in Birmingham on July 21, just weeks after his farewell performance (pictured onstage)

However, Sid kept the surprise proposal under wraps from Ozzy, waiting until the perfect moment to pop the question backstage at Villa Park after the show. With Sharon's warning to keep it quiet ringing in their ears, Kelly's parents, including Ozzy himself, were caught off guard as Sid got down on one knee and asked for Kelly's hand in marriage.

The surprise proposal was a far cry from Ozzy's usual antics on stage, but it seems that even the Prince of Darkness couldn't resist getting emotional at his daughter's special moment. "F**k off, you're not marrying my daughter are you?" Ozzy quipped, before giving Kelly the nod to say yes.

As fans around the world mourn the loss of the music legend, this heartwarming moment serves as a reminder that even in death, Ozzy Osbourne left us with one final memorable performance. His farewell tour may have been his last hurrah on stage, but it seems that he went out with a bang - and a proposal ring.

Wilson got down on bended knee as family and friends -among them Osbourne, his wife Sharon and son Jack - relaxed backstage after Sabbath had signed off in front of 40,000 fans

In a statement confirming Osbourne's passing, his family said: "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. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time."

The music world is still reeling from the news of Ozzy's passing, but one thing is clear - his legacy will live on through his music, his family, and even in the hearts of those who witnessed Kelly's surprise engagement.

A LIFE WELL-LIVED: OZZY OSBOURNE'S LEGACY

Hours earlier, Kelly had shared a post reflecting on her 'magical' evening at Osbourne's final show, alongside a photo with her son Sidney and Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood

From biting the head off a bat to urinating on a US war memorial, Ozzy Osbourne was always one for controversy. But beneath all the chaos and mayhem, there was a music legend who left an indelible mark on the industry.

With over 100 million records sold worldwide, Black Sabbath's pushing of occult themes proved both popular and provocative. Whether it was hits like "Iron Man," "War Pigs," or "Paranoid," Ozzy's unmistakable vocals made them instant classics.

Despite his rebellious nature and constant attention-seeking antics, Ozzy Osbourne remained a titan of music who somehow managed to survive controversies that would end the careers of many others. And as we bid farewell to this larger-than-life figure, it's clear that his final performance - Kelly's surprise engagement - will be remembered for years to come.

Above, L-R: Osbourne with Kelly, Jack and Sharon in a 2002 publicity still for The Osbournes

Above: Black Sabbath stars Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi, Bill Ward and Ozzy Osbourne in the 1970s

Osbourne's beloved Aston Villa paid tribute to the Brummie rocker via the club's official Instagram platform on Tuesday evening