As the dust finally settles and the world moves on from the cratering loss that was the death of Ozzy Osbourne, there’s a group of people that will never truly get over it — his surviving family members. Though we’ve all collectively processed his passing on July 22, 2025 at the age of 76, the pain that likely lingers in the Osbourne clan is likely going to take some time to heal.
From everything we’ve seen and heard about the man, Ozzy cared immensely about his family. From his wife and manager Sharon to their three children Jack, Kelly, and Aimee, and ultimately to the grandchildren they blessed him with, he seemingly did everything for them. And while we all watched the family grow on our televisions over the years, one of the closest bonds we all got to witness over time was that between the “Prince of Darkness” and his son Jack.
Though he owed the world no statement on the matter, Jack posted an incredibly touching video tribute, along with a heartfelt statement, about the late metal icon that he simply knew as his dad.
“I haven’t really wanted to post anything since the passing of my father. My heart has hurt too much. I’ll keep this short because he hated long, rambling speeches.
“He was so many things to so many people, but I was lucky and blessed to be part of a very small group who got to call him ‘Dad.’ My heart is heavy with sadness and sorrow, but also full of love and gratitude. I got 14,501 days with that man, and I know what a blessing that is.
“I think this quote best describes him: Hunter S. Thompson once said: ‘Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body… but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming, ‘Wow! What a ride!’ That was my dad. He lived — and he lived fully. I love you Dad.”
It’s easy to understand where Jack is coming from. If we’re all so lucky, we have loving fathers that do everything they can to provide a happy and healthy life while guiding us through the harder points of existence. If you’re lucky enough to still have your father in your life, give him a call and tell him how much you appreciate him. He won’t be around forever.
