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

Sharon Osbourne: On Fragile Ground After Ozzy's Passing

Sharon ¿ who has been vocal about her life-long struggle with her body image ¿ lost more than four stone after she started using the injection at the beginning of 2023 but has struggled to regain a healthy weight since coming off it later that year

The Prince of Darkness Bids Farewell: Ozzy Osbourne's Final Performance Marks the End of an Era

In a poignant farewell, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne took the stage for what would be his final ever show earlier this month, leaving fans and loved ones in awe. The 76-year-old Black Sabbath frontman, diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, back problems, neuropathy, and internal organ issues, proved that even in the face of mortality, he could still deliver a legendary performance.

As Ozzy sat on his iconic black throne at Villa Park in Birmingham, addressing the crowd of 42,000 fans, he broke down in tears, expressing his gratitude to those who had supported him through his struggles. "I don't know what to say, man... You have no idea how I feel – thank you from the bottom of my heart," he sobbed.

Sharon met Ozzy in 1970 when she was 18 and they married in 1982. After years of him cheating on her, they renewed their wedding vows in 2017

Little did fans know that Ozzy's loved ones had feared for his life even before taking the stage. His health issues were so severe that doctors had warned him not to travel back to the UK from Los Angeles, where he and his wife Sharon had lived for over 30 years. But Ozzy was determined to perform, spending weeks "training" to ensure he could deliver a memorable show.

A Legendary Life

Ozzy's farewell performance marked the end of an era in rock music. Throughout his illustrious career, the Prince of Darkness has left an indelible mark on the industry. From Black Sabbath's iconic songs like "Iron Man" and "Paranoid" to his solo hits like "Crazy Train" and "Mr. Crowley," Ozzy has been a driving force in shaping the sound of rock 'n' roll.

As they celebrated 40 years of married life in 2022, Sharon said: ¿Over 52 years we have been friends, lovers, husband and wife, grandparents and soulmates. Always at each other¿s side. I love you Ozzy¿

But behind the music, Ozzy's personal life has been just as tumultuous. His marriage to Sharon, his wife of 40 years, has been marked by infidelity, addiction, and drama-filled scandals. Despite their ups and downs, the couple has always managed to find a way back to each other, with Ozzy once saying, "Sharon is like my soulmate – sometimes I love her, sometimes I don't love her, sometimes I'm angry with her, sometimes I'm crazy about her... But through it all, at the end of the day, I love her more than anything in the world."

A Heartbroken Sharon

As Ozzy's health declined, his loved ones feared for the emotional toll that would take on his wife, Sharon. The 72-year-old has been a rock for Ozzy throughout their tumultuous marriage, but even she is not immune to the pain of losing her soulmate.

Friends believe heartbroken Sharon may now bury Ozzy in the gardens of the 350-acre Buckinghamshire estate in an intimate family funeral, as she is ¿too frail¿ to go through a larger, public service

Sharon, who has struggled with body image issues and has undergone extensive weight loss surgery, is now facing concerns about her mental and physical health. A friend revealed that Sharon is "very, very fragile" and "not well," adding, "We are all terrified for her health at this point."

In a poignant tribute to Ozzy's life, Sharon wrote on social media, "Today I say goodbye to my husband, my best friend, the love of my life... We've had our ups and downs over the years, but he was always there for me when I needed him most."

As the world mourns the loss of the Prince of Darkness, concerns about Sharon's well-being are growing. Will she find a way to cope with her grief, or will Ozzy's passing mark the beginning of a new chapter in her life?

As well as Parkinson¿s disease, Ozzy also had problems with his back, neck, neuropathy ¿ pain or numbness caused by nerve damage ¿ and even his internal organs, and had been relying on a wheelchair since February

Exclusive Insight

TheScholarlyNote.com can reveal that plans for Ozzy's funeral are underway, with some speculating that Sharon may opt for a private ceremony at their Buckinghamshire estate, where she has buried other family members. The couple's children – Louis, Aimee, Jack, and Kelly – were by Ozzy's side when he passed away 17 days after his farewell performance.

As the music world comes together to pay tribute to Ozzy's life and legacy, one thing is certain: his impact on rock 'n' roll will never be forgotten.

Sharon masterminded Ozzy's solo career, their reality TV show The Osbournes, which also featured their children Kelly and Jack, and their vastly successful music festival, Ozzfest