Sharon Osbourne has moved swiftly to dismiss a malicious online death hoax concerning the health of her husband and rock icon, Ozzy Osbourne. The false rumours began circulating on social media platforms, sending the couple's legions of fans into a state of panic and confusion.
The music manager and television personality took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to directly address the concerning posts. In a characteristically blunt response to one user who asked if the news was true, Sharon simply stated: "No, it's not true."
This is not the first time the Prince of Darkness has been the target of such morbid fake news. Sharon Osbourne has previously had to confront similar baseless rumours regarding her husband's wellbeing, highlighting a disturbing trend of online misinformation targeting ageing celebrities.
The recent hoax comes at a time when the Black Sabbath frontman has been openly discussing his ongoing health battles. Ozzy has been notably candid about his struggles with a spinal injury sustained after a fall at his Los Angeles home, a condition that has severely impacted his ability to perform and tour.
Despite these health challenges, the 75-year-old rock legend continues to work on new music from his home in the UK, demonstrating his unwavering dedication to his craft and his fans. The Osbourne family's spokesperson has yet to issue a formal statement, relying on Sharon's direct social media rebuttal to quell the unfounded speculation.
