I’m a Celeb Star Jack Osbourne Shares Heartfelt Reflection on Father Ozzy’s Passing
Jack Osbourne expressed his heartfelt reflections on the passing of his father, Ozzy Osbourne, during his stint on the reality show, I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!. The episode aired on a Monday as Jack candidly shared his emotions with campmate Lisa Riley.
Jack Osbourne Remembers Ozzy Osbourne on I’m a Celeb
In July, the music icon Ozzy Osbourne passed away. His son, Jack, emphasized the shock of the loss, saying they were aware of his father’s illness but did not expect such a swift end. “It was the ultimate mic drop,” Jack remarked, noting Ozzy’s final performance before his passing.
Ozzy’s Final Performance
Ozzy Osbourne’s last gig took place at Birmingham’s Villa Park, where he performed with Black Sabbath. This farewell concert, titled “Back to the Beginning,” occurred just days before his death. During the performance, Ozzy’s symptoms of Parkinson’s disease were evident as he remained seated throughout the show.
Jack’s Emotions and Reflections
Sitting by the campfire, Jack became visibly emotional as he discussed his loss. He reflected on what his father would think of his participation in the show, saying, “He’d be so supportive of this.” In a later interview segment, Jack acknowledged the ongoing process of coping with the loss. “It’s been three, nearly four months, and it’s still pretty fresh,” he said.
I’m a Celebrity’s Viewership Statistics
During its premiere on November 16, I’m a Celebrity drew an average audience of 6.6 million viewers, peaking at 7.3 million. Although this marked a record overnight audience for ITV this year, it still reflected a slight decline compared to previous seasons, which usually attracted around eight million viewers per episode.
Show Highlights and Schedule
- Show premiered on: November 16
- Average audience: 6.6 million
- Peak viewership: 7.3 million
- Time slot: New episodes air nightly at 9 PM on ITV and ITVX
Jack Osbourne’s reflections on his father continue to resonate with audiences, blending personal grief with his current reality TV journey.