Ozzy Osbourne Had an Affair With His Former Hairstylist — Who Else Was in His Life Besides Sharon?

Following Ozzy Osbourne's death on 22 July 2025, renewed attention has turned to the rock legend's personal life, including his well-documented affair with former hairstylist Michelle Pugh.

The four-year relationship, revealed in 2016, nearly ended his marriage to Sharon Osbourne. But Pugh was not the only woman in Ozzy's orbit. From his first wife Thelma Riley to rumoured flings during his touring years, Osbourne's love life extended far beyond his decades-long marriage.

The Michelle Pugh Affair: timeline and fallout

According to People, Michelle Pugh claimed her four‑year affair with Ozzy Osbourne began in 2012 and only ended in 2016. The hairstylist described the relationship as deeply emotional and referred to Ozzy as 'the greatest love of [her] life'. Sharon Osbourne discovered the affair in May 2016, leading to Ozzy moving out and Sharon's near‑fatal overdose shortly afterwards. The magazine reports that Pugh later filed a defamation suit against Kelly Osbourne following social media harassment. Ozzy himself acknowledged entering therapy for sex addiction, calling the incident a major mistake.

Sharon Osbourne: long‑time partner and manager

Sharon Osbourne first met Ozzy in 1970, married him in 1982, and became his manager and public defender. Throughout decades of addiction struggles and high‑profile scandals, Sharon remained his anchor. After the affair became known, the couple nearly divorced but reconciled and renewed their vows in 2017. Sharon's health crisis following the scandal underlined the emotional impact of Ozzy's infidelity.

Ozzy Osbourne's First Marriage to Thelma Riley

Before his fame with Black Sabbath, Ozzy was married to Thelma Riley in 1971. Thelma bore him two children, Jessica and Louis, and Ozzy adopted her son Elliot. He later referred to that marriage as 'a terrible mistake' due to escalating substance misuse and neglect. Ozzy maintained minimal contact with his children from that marriage for many years, though relations improved over time.

Children with Sharon and family dynamics

Ozzy and Sharon had three children: Aimee, Kelly and Jack. Kelly and Jack became mainstream personalities through their reality TV work, while Aimee maintained a more private life. Ozzy's relationship with his children was frequently strained during his darkest years. In later life, following rehabilitation, he strengthened bonds with his family. At the time of his death, he was also a grandfather to several grandchildren, some born during his final years.

Other Women in Ozzy Osbourne's Life

Ozzy Osbourne was rumoured to have had numerous flings with groupies and women on tour in his peak years. Most of these remain unconfirmed or anecdotal. The affair with Michelle Pugh is one of the very few publicly acknowledged and legally documented extramarital relationships. Sharon Osbourne has, in interviews, stated she had forgiven his other indiscretions over the decades.

Ozzy Osbourne's Final Years and Health Struggles

In 2020 Ozzy was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and later developed emphysema, which significantly restricted his mobility. His last public performance occurred with Black Sabbath at Villa Park in Birmingham on 5 July 2025, as part of the farewell tour. Ozzy died on 22 July 2025 at the age of 76, surrounded by his family. Tributes from Sharon and their children stressed the couple's enduring bond despite past controversies.