Kelly Osbourne has taken to social media to shut down persistent rumours about her father Ozzy Osbourne's supposed death. The 39-year-old television personality made it clear that the Black Sabbath frontman is "very much alive" despite online speculation.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Kelly shared a throwback photo of herself with her famous father, captioning it: "I know my dad is immortal but even he can't escape death rumours." The post quickly went viral, with fans flooding the comments with relief and support.
The Origin of the Rumours
The false claims about Ozzy's death appear to have originated from a satirical website known for publishing celebrity death hoaxes. Unfortunately, some social media users shared the story without verifying its authenticity, causing widespread concern among the rock legend's global fanbase.
Ozzy's Health Journey
While Ozzy is indeed alive, the 75-year-old has faced significant health challenges in recent years. The Prince of Darkness has been open about his Parkinson's diagnosis and multiple surgeries, including a major spinal operation in 2019 that forced him to postpone his farewell tour.
Kelly's public statement comes as a relief to fans who remember similar death hoaxes targeting Ozzy in 2018 and 2020. The Osbourne family has historically used humour to address such rumours, with Ozzy himself once joking: "I'm not dead yet, but when I am, you'll be the first to know."
Fan Reactions
The music community has rallied around the Osbourne family, with many expressing outrage at the circulation of false death claims. One fan tweeted: "People need to stop playing with Ozzy's legacy like this. The man is a living legend who deserves respect."
As of now, Ozzy continues to work on new music and has hinted at possible live performances once his health permits. His wife and manager Sharon Osbourne recently confirmed that while retirement isn't on the cards, the rock icon is being careful about his commitments.
