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Jack Osbourne has opened up about the final hours of his father Ozzy Osbourne, claiming the legendary rocker chose to pass away peacefully just before Black Sabbath's farewell.

Speaking candidly on a podcast, the 40-year-old reality TV star described a morning that appeared ordinary yet marked the end of a musical era. The Osbourne family, still processing the loss, is now planning to honour Ozzy's life and career in deeply personal ways, including the revival of the iconic Ozzfest in 2027.

Ordinary Morning Hinted At Final Choice

Jack recalled that despite Ozzy's ongoing battle with Parkinson's disease and severe back pain, his father's last day unfolded like any other. 'It was a few days after I got back to Britain that he passed, and even the morning he passed, it wasn't anything dramatic,' Jack explained. 'He was up, doing his thing, had some breakfast, and that was it.'

While the family had long known about Ozzy's health issues, they had not expected his death to arrive so quickly. Jack added, 'He was fired up. He was exercising a lot and moving around. But I just think he was done... I do think we have a choice, to a degree.'

Ozzy's official cause of death was recorded as cardiac arrest, with Parkinson's disease cited as a contributing factor. Jack's reflections suggest a serene acceptance, framing the end of his father's life as a conscious decision rather than a sudden collapse.

Family Grieves And Celebrates Legacy

Following the rocker's passing on 22 July 2025 at the age of 76, members of the Osbourne family have shared memories and paid tribute publicly. Sharon Osbourne, 73, and daughter Kelly Osbourne, 41, appeared at the 2026 BRIT Awards to accept a Lifetime Achievement award on Ozzy's behalf. Sharon told attendees, 'I know that Ozzy is looking down on us all right now, and I know what he is thinking. He hated to make speeches.'

She added that her husband had always sought to do better both personally and professionally and that words could never fully capture the life he led. 'He may not be here, but he left us one amazing body of work that will never be forgotten,' Sharon said.

The family's reflections underline not just grief but a desire to celebrate Ozzy's extraordinary contributions to music. Jack's candid account of his father's final moments has resonated with fans, giving a glimpse into a private farewell behind the public persona of a rock icon.

Ozzfest Revival Planned For 2027

Sharon Osbourne has confirmed plans to bring back Ozzfest, the legendary heavy metal festival first launched in 1996. After a hiatus since 2018, the festival will return in 2027 as a tribute to Ozzy's career spanning decades with Black Sabbath and his solo ventures.

Sources close to the family reveal that the decision to revive Ozzfest was influenced by personal experiences in the weeks following Ozzy's death. 'Sharon began talking about how strongly she felt his presence around the house. She genuinely believed he was still with them in spirit, and that strengthened her resolve to honour him properly,' an insider explained.

Fans can expect the festival to carry added emotional significance, blending celebration with remembrance. The revival promises to keep Ozzy's music alive for a new generation while marking the family's dedication to his legacy.

Exhibition Offers Personal Insight

The Ozzy Osbourne exhibition at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 'Ozzy Osbourne 1948-2025: Working Class Hero,' will tour internationally after September 2026. Sharon Osbourne has emphasised that the exhibition will include deeply personal artefacts, from handwritten letters and stage clothes to Ozzy's unique doodles and studio setups.

'Everybody does it differently, and I appreciate that, but with Ozzy, there's going to be everything from his hairbrushes to his smelly socks,' Sharon said. She added that recreating his dressing room and displaying thousands of personal items will allow fans to connect with Ozzy beyond his public persona.

The combination of the exhibition and the Ozzfest revival illustrates a family determined to honour Ozzy Osbourne's legacy in ways both intimate and monumental, ensuring the rock icon's memory resonates for years to come.

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