Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 5, 2025 · Entertainment

Torn Between Two Worlds: Sharon Osbourne's Heartbreaking Dilemma

Speaking about Sharon, one source tells Katie Hind: 'She can¿t cut herself in half and be in both places but she is so devoted to Ozzy. ¿She is in a state of pure devastation'

The Final Act of Love: Sharon Osbourne's Heartbreaking Dilemma

In a shocking turn of events, Sharon Osbourne, the beloved wife and matriarch of the rockstar family, has been left with a painful decision after burying her husband Ozzy under a crabapple tree in the garden of their sprawling Buckinghamshire estate. The legendary Black Sabbath frontman's dying wish was to be laid to rest among the beauty of nature, but little did Sharon know that this final act of love would leave her grappling with an impossible choice.

As we all know, Ozzy had always been clear about his wishes: he wanted to be buried under a fruit tree, where their children could make wine from him and get "p**sed out of their heads." He repeated this request to Sharon in person, pleading with her not to cremate him. His love for life, even in death, was evident in every word.

Ozzy is buried in the grounds of Welders House, a Grade II-listed Georgian mansion in the village of Jordans, Buckinghamshire, which the couple purchased in 1993

Sharon, 72, who had dedicated herself to nursing Ozzy through his battle with Parkinson's disease, was torn between staying in the UK with her late husband and jetting back to Los Angeles, where their children and grandchildren are waiting for her. The devoted grandmother of five, including Jack's daughters Pearl, Andy Rose, Minnie Theodora, Maple Artemis, and Kelly's little boy Sidney, is heartbroken at being separated from her loved ones.

The source close to the star revealed that Sharon had thought she would be nursing Ozzy for much longer in the UK. "She was convinced they would return to LA together," the insider said. But with Ozzy's passing on July 22, Sharon found herself alone, grappling with an unbearable sorrow. Friends hope that she makes the choice to go back to living in America soon, but for now, she is stuck between two worlds.

Sharon's friends and family are worried about her well-being, too. She has lost a dramatic amount of weight on slimming drug Ozempic and looks "absolutely tiny," according to insiders. Her once-strong frame has shrunk, leaving her struggling to eat. Friends are urging her to seek help and support during this difficult time.

Sharon, who worked alongside Simon Cowell and Louis Walsh on the now defunct ITV show, the X Factor, has a huge network in Los Angeles where she and Ozzy lived for 20 years

The family's move from LA to the UK was supposed to be a fresh start for Sharon and Ozzy. They had planned to return in 2024 as part of their reality series "Home to Roost." But with Ozzy's health failing, they had to cut short their plans and rush back to England. The couple's beloved LA home is still on the market, waiting for a new owner to take over.

As Sharon navigates this heartbreaking time, her children are also dealing with their own grief. Kelly and Aimee were supportive of Ozzy's wishes but were saddened at leaving behind their family in the UK. Their older brother Jack had been vocal about his disapproval of the plans, saying they would be "thousands of miles away" from him. Now, friends say he was right.

The question on everyone's mind is: what will Sharon do next? Will she choose to stay with Ozzy in the UK or return to Los Angeles, where her loved ones are waiting for her? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – Sharon Osbourne will need all the love and support of those around her to navigate this impossible decision.

The Osbourne family in 1997. While daughters Kelly and Aimee were saddened at the idea of the couple leaving LA, they were supportive of Ozzy¿s wishes. Meanwhile, their older brother Jack spoke out publicly of his disapproval at the plans

The Tragic Tale of Ozzy's Final Days

As we mourn the loss of a true rock legend, it's hard not to wonder what might have been. In his final days, Ozzy was struggling with the effects of Parkinson's disease. Despite his courage and resilience, his health was in decline. His family was by his side, but even they couldn't prepare for the devastating news that would soon shake them all.

Ozzy's death on July 22 took everyone by surprise, including his loved ones. The official cause of death listed cardiac arrest, acute myocardial infarction, and coronary artery disease, along with Parkinson's disease with autonomic dysfunction.

The Osbournes' family home in Beverly Hills. Ozzy, who grew up in Aston, Birmingham, had always insisted he wanted to return to England to die, and so, as his health failed, the US property was put on the market, with an asking price of $18million.

In the aftermath of his passing, Sharon has been left to grapple with her new reality. She had always been Ozzy's rock, but now she's facing a future without him. Her friends are urging her to seek help and support during this difficult time.

As we remember Ozzy Osbourne, we also pay tribute to the incredible woman who stood by his side for over 40 years – Sharon Osbourne. Her love, devotion, and strength have inspired countless fans around the world. We can only hope that she finds the strength and courage to carry on in these dark times.

The Scholarly Note

Ozzy and Sharon on their wedding day in Hawaii in 1982. The couple were supposed to return to the UK in 2024 as they had been working on a ten-part reality series called Home to Roost, but Ozzy was simply not well enough

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Ozzy's emotional funeral, on July 30, included a procession through the streets of Birmingham, where fans lined the streets to watch his hearse go by, before a private burial in Buckinghamshire, attended by his family and a host of rock royalty

Jack and Sharon during Ozzy's emotional hometown procession in Birmingham. While Ozzy had battled ill-health for years, having been diagnosed with Parkinson¿s in 2019, his death took everyone by surprise