In a heart-wrenching revelation, Kelly Osbourne has shared the intimate details of her father Ozzy Osbourne’s final 72 hours, culminating in his passing on July 22, 2025. The legendary rocker, often known as the “Prince of Darkness,” faced his last days with a rare clarity that shocked his family and medical team, marking a poignant farewell that transcended the chaos of his storied life.
From July 19 to the early hours of July 22, Ozzy, long bound by the cruel grips of late-stage Parkinson’s disease, experienced what experts term “terminal lucidity.” In a moment that defied logic, he awoke with remarkable clarity, turning to his wife Sharon and declaring, “We need to talk about everything we’ve never said.” This unexpected burst of communication allowed him to revisit cherished memories and express deep gratitude to those he loved, including his daughter Kelly, who described losing her father as losing her best friend.
As his health deteriorated, Ozzy’s family gathered around him, sharing laughter and tears, while he imparted heartfelt messages of love and regret. He called old friends, including bandmates from Black Sabbath, seeking forgiveness and closure, transforming his final days into a powerful testament of reconciliation and love.
The official death certificate later confirmed that Ozzy succumbed to cardiac arrest, with Parkinson’s and coronary artery disease as contributing factors. Yet, those who witnessed his last moments described them as sacred, filled with an emotional weight that resonated far beyond the walls of the hospital room.
As the sun set on his life, Ozzy Osbourne did not simply say goodbye; he orchestrated a final performance, a profound legacy of love, urging his family to remember him not as a rock star, but as a father who cherished every moment. In these last hours, he taught them the enduring power of love, leaving behind not just music, but a message that echoes through the hearts of those he touched. As Kelly poignantly reflected, “I lost the best friend I ever had.” The world mourns the loss of a legend, but Ozzy’s spirit will resonate in the love he shared and the memories he created.