Kelly Osbourne pays tribute to dad Ozzy who died days after watching her get engaged to rocker boyfriend

Published on July 24, 2025 at 11:21 PM

KELLY Osbourne has paid a moving tribute to her dad Ozzy after he died just days after watching her get engaged.

Kelly at the veteran rocker’s final concert earlier this month.

Text on black background expressing sadness over losing a best friend.
Kelly’s tribute to her late father Ozzy was shared on Instagram
Ozzy and Kelly Osbourne at the Grammy Awards.
The late Ozzy Osbourne pictured with daughter Kelly back in 2020
A man proposing to a woman surrounded by friends and family.
Ozzy seemed very happy at the news of Kelly’s engagement
Sharon, Jack, Ozzy, and Kelly Osbourne.
Ozzy with Kelly (right) and the rest of the family back in 2004

The daughter of Sharon and rock legend had shared a video of the moment Sid popped the question backstage at her father’s final evergig.

It was confirmed on Tuesday that Ozzy tragically died following a battle with Parkinson’s.

The Black Sabbath star revealed hein an emotional interview in 2020.

Now, Kelly has paid moving tribute to her father after his tragic passing.

A heartbreaking statement posted on Instagram read: “I feel unhappy I am so sad. I lost the best friend I ever had.”

The touching tribute pays homage to song lyrics from Black Sabbath’s famous track Changes.

Earlier this month, Ozzy was seen unwinding with his family and friends backstage after his .

But Sid, 48, had an even bigger surprise for Kelly, 40, when he dropped to one knee and asked her to marry him backstage.

Stood in front of Sharon and Ozzy, they appeared to have an idea of what was to come as the former X Factor judge could be heard saying to everyone in the room: “You’ve got to be quiet!”

Sid then took the hand of Kelly, who was dressed down in some comfy leopard print trousers and a simple black hoodie.

He said to the TV personality: “Kelly, you know I love you more than anything in the world!”

Ozzy then appeared to give the game away as he jokingly quipped with his signature potty mouth: “F*** off, you are not marrying my daughter!”

The group laughed before Sid continued as he said: “I want to spend the rest of my life with you - and ask in front of all of our family and friends, Kelly, will you marry me?”

Kelly turned her head as she looked on open-mouthed before Sid began to stand up and place the ring onto her finger.

Proud dad Ozzy could not hold back his excitement after the incredible news.

The star and Sharon were among those beaming and cheering after the cute moment.

The legendary rocker has been married for over 40 years toicon, 71.

Kelly and the Slipknot star had actually been friends for over 20 years beforein 2022.

Their son was born later that year, prompting Kelly to tell her fans that becoming a mum “is the best thing that ever happened to me.”

The engagement came backstage as Ozzy played his final ever show with Black Sabbath at Villa Park.

The rocker, 76, had curated a day of epic with a series of iconic bands and stars lined up to play before his final farewell set.

Called Back To The Beginning, it was frontman and rock veteran Ozzy’samid his worsening diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease.

It was the first time in 20 years that the originalline-up have performed together.

This comes after yesterday by responding to touching tributes paid to her beloved late husband.

Loving wife Sharon replied to fans sending their condolences on social media.

She commented underneath one message shared by musician Gavin Rossdale.

The Bush singer posted a picture of himself with Ozzy on Instagram, with the caption: “RIP OZZY - a great man - a true legend - I met Ozzy through Jack just a few times, but he was so warm and kind and funny and I love that memory.

“Sending much love to his family at this difficult time. Rest in power.”

Sharon wrote underneath “bless you” in acknowledgement of the tribute.

The late rock star’s wife also replied to BBC Radio 1 DJ Jack Saunders’ message of support.

“Jack thank you for your tribute to Ozzy tonight, bless you,” she commented.

Ozzy’s sisters have also opened up on the heartbreaking final texts they received from the late singer shortly before his death.

Jean Powell, 85, and Gillian Hemming, 80, revealed how “our John” messaged them, saying he “couldn’t wait to come back” to, following his.

After, the sisters said they stayed up all night reminiscing about the “loving and funny” Black Sabbath star.

Speaking to the Mirror , Jean explained how they had last seen their brother at his.

She said they got texts from him as he drove down Lodge Road - a street where they used to live close to the stadium.

Jean said Ozzy “couldn’t believe” the sheer volume of crowds who were walking down their old road to watch him perform.

She said: “He was blown away. We had an executive box in the stadium, and when I saw the sea of people waiting to see our John I just broke down.

“We didn’t really get a chance to chat much because it was such a chaotic visit. But in his last text to me he said he would be coming to Birmingham again.

“He said ‘I can’t wait to come back’. We were hoping to see him this week.”

Jean said that although Ozzy was ill, the news of his death ““.

She added: “He still had plans and things he wanted to do. We don’t know the details of his death, it’s still too early.

“It’s just so sad. I’m just thankful he died in England.”

at the family mansion in Buckinghamshire with his wife Sharon, 72, and four of his six

Thames Valley Air Ambulance confirmedto “provide advanced critical care”.

Sharon - married for 43 years - said in a joint statement that he had been “surrounded by love”.

on drew condolences from stars including Sir,and Sir.

And friends said many big names wanted to salute the bat-munching, self-proclaimed Prince of Darkness, who became a national treasure.

Such a service would be held ahead of a smaller private.

A source told The Sun: “There are conversations about a celebration of his life in, the city that meant so much to him.

“Artists like Yungblud, who was seen by Ozzy as a musician who could carry on the mantle of what he started all those years ago, is expected to have a role in it.

“There are hundreds of big names who will want to pay their respects and celebrate his life and legacy, as well as thousands of fans who would line the streets to say goodbye.”

A, No Escape From Now, is set to air on Paramount+ later this year, following his life since a fall in 2019 - before his Parkinson’s diagnosis - left him needing a series of ops on his back and neck.

Tributes poured in for the legendary singer from across the music world.

Couple embracing.
Kelly and Sid are set to marry after sharing the happy engagement

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