Sharon Osbourne and Kids Pay Tribute to Ozzy with Heartfelt Visit
SHOCKING TRIBUTE: Ozzy's Family Visits Giant Pumpkin Mural of Rock Star
In a heart-wrenching display of love and grief, Sharon Osbourne and her children Jack and Kelly put on a brave face as they paid their respects to the late Black Sabbath legend, Ozzy. Just two weeks after performing his final farewell concert with his bandmates at Birmingham's Villa Park, Ozzy passed away due to complications from heart failure at his Buckinghamshire home.
The family's emotional visit came in the form of a stunning tribute – a 35-foot high mural made from over 10,000 pumpkins, which has been on display at Sunnyfields Farm in Totton, Hampshire since October 4. The artwork, crafted by farm owners Tom and Ian Nelson, was the result of a public poll held in September, where Ozzy received an impressive 70% of the vote.
Sharon, Jack, and Kelly walked around the site, taking in the sheer scale of the pumpkin masterpiece before being whisked away on a cherry picker to get an aerial view. They were accompanied by Kelly's fiancé Sid Wilson and their son Sidney, who all shared in the moment of tribute. As they gazed upon the magnificent display, it was clear that the family was still reeling from Ozzy's passing.
"It seemed like it meant a lot to them," said Tom Nelson, one of the farm owners. "They were a little emotional, but it was a very relaxed atmosphere and they seemed to enjoy their evening." The tribute, which will remain on display until Halloween, is a testament to Ozzy's enduring legacy and the love he inspired in his fans.
The Osbourne family has been through unimaginable pain in recent years, with Ozzy battling numerous health issues, including a devastating fall at their home in 2019 that left him fighting for life. Following his passing, Sharon took to social media to express her gratitude for the "overwhelming love and support" shown by fans.
"It's not just me who's carrying the weight of his passing," she wrote. "The world is mourning the loss of a true rock legend." Jack Osbourne has also spoken publicly about the family's pain, stating on Good Morning America that Sharon was "not okay" but was being carried through by those around her.
A new BBC One documentary, Sharon & Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home, is set to explore the couple's journey as they returned to the UK after more than three decades in the United States. The film will delve into the family's struggles with Ozzy's health issues and his final years, including footage from his farewell concert at Villa Park.
The documentary promises a behind-the-scenes look at the emotional lead-up to Ozzy's final performance, where Jack has spoken candidly about being overcome with emotion as he hugged his father before taking the stage. "It wasn't just because I was feeling sorry for him," Jack said. "I think it was because we knew it was the last time. In hindsight, it kind of was a living wake if you think about it."
The family's visit to the pumpkin mural serves as a poignant reminder of Ozzy's enduring impact on rock music and his loyal fan base. As the family continues to navigate their grief, they can take comfort in knowing that Ozzy's legacy will live on through the countless memories and tributes he inspired during his remarkable life.
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