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“We could have the worst arguments in the world but we would end up laughing”: Sharon Osbourne pays tribute to husband Ozzy one year on from his death
Sharon Osbourne has paid tribute to her husband Ozzy Osbourne on the first anniversary of his death, urging fans to remember his sense of humour. The Black Sabbath frontman, known as the Prince Of Darkness, died on 22 July 2025 following a heart attack, and Sharon has spoken publicly about how he should be remembered a year on.
In a new interview with the BBC, Sharon, who was married to Ozzy for 43 years from 1982 until his death, described him as "authentic" and "so genuine and funny". She recalled that even their worst arguments would end in laughter because of his ability to say something "so ridiculous" that they would both crack up, adding that he never pretended to be anything other than himself.
In short
- Sharon Osbourne marks one year since Ozzy Osbourne's death
- She remembers him as genuine, honest and endlessly funny
- Couple were married 43 years; Ozzy died after a heart attack
Explained simply
Ozzy Osbourne was an English singer best known as the lead vocalist of Black Sabbath, a band that helped shape heavy metal. His dark stage image earned him the nickname the Prince of Darkness, while his humour and outspoken personality also made him a familiar figure beyond music.
Sharon Osbourne is a television personality and music manager who was married to Ozzy for 43 years. She played a major role in managing his career, and the couple also appeared together on the reality show The Osbournes, which showed parts of their family life.