British rock sensation Yungblud enjoyed a triumphant evening at the 2026 Grammy Awards, celebrating his significant victory in the company of music royalty at Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena. The 28-year-old artist, whose real name is Dom Richard Harrison, secured the prestigious Best Rock Performance award for his powerful live rendition of Black Sabbath's classic track Changes.
Emotional Tribute to a Rock Legend
The award-winning performance was recorded during Ozzy Osbourne's farewell concert at Birmingham's Villa Park last year, making the victory particularly poignant. During his acceptance speech at the Premiere Ceremony, Yungblud delivered an emotional and expletive-laden tribute to his idol, Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away from heart failure in July 2025 at age 76.
"To grow up loving an idol who helps you figure out your identity, not only as a musician but also as a man, is something I'm really grateful for," Yungblud told the audience. "But to then get to know them and honour them at their final show and receive this is something I am struggling to comprehend. We f*****g love you Ozzy."
Celebrity Company and Fashion Statements
The rock star was seen celebrating his achievement with notable companions throughout the evening. He partied alongside pop icon Lady Gaga, 39, and television personality Kelly Osbourne, 41, whose friendship with Yungblud developed through his close relationship with her late father.
Fashion took centre stage as the celebrities showcased their distinctive styles. Kelly Osbourne appeared elegant in a sophisticated black halterneck dress featuring intricate embellishments, while Lady Gaga opted for a striking plum and black ensemble. Yungblud himself embodied rock aesthetics, displaying his tattooed chest beneath a PVC coat adorned with a distinctive leopard print collar.
Personal Life on Display
The musician attended the prestigious event with his girlfriend, Jesse Jo Stark, 34, with whom he has experienced an on-again, off-again relationship since 2020. The couple, who reconciled in August 2025 after a brief separation earlier that year, were observed sharing numerous public displays of affection throughout the celebratory evening.
Yungblud's victory was particularly meaningful as he had received nominations in three separate rock categories: Rock Album, Rock Song, and ultimately Rock Performance. His emotional speech referenced his final encounter with Ozzy Osbourne, recalling how the Black Sabbath legend had asked if there was anything he could do for the younger musician, to which Yungblud responded that "the music was enough."
Family Recognition and Social Media Celebration
Sharon Osbourne watched tearfully as Yungblud delivered his heartfelt tribute to her late husband. Following the ceremony, she took to Instagram to share a clip of the acceptance speech alongside her own glowing tribute.
"My heart is bursting with pride and gratitude," Sharon wrote. "Changes ~ live from Villa Park~ Back to the Beginning just won the @grammys for Best Rock Performance." She notably mentioned that all proceeds from the album containing the winning track had been donated to charity.
Fans flooded the comments section with celebratory messages, with one supporter writing: "So deserved. I know you must be more proud of him than any of us right now," while another added: "Most emotional award of the night! Congratulations. Ozzy would be blown away by all the love surrounding you right now."
Grammy Highlights Across Categories
The 2026 Grammy Awards featured numerous notable victories across diverse musical genres:
- Bad Bunny claimed Album of the Year for DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS
- Billie Eilish secured Song of the Year for WILDFLOWER
- Lady Gaga added three more Grammys to her collection
- Olivia Dean won the coveted Best New Artist award
- Jelly Roll proudly took home Best Contemporary Country Album
- Turnstile won Best Rock Album for NEVER ENOUGH
The evening represented a significant milestone in Yungblud's career, blending professional achievement with personal connections to music royalty. His victory served as both a celebration of contemporary rock talent and a heartfelt homage to one of the genre's most iconic figures, creating a memorable Grammy moment that resonated throughout the music industry.
