Jack Osbourne Opens Up About the Shock of Father Ozzy’s Death on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here

In a heartfelt moment on the reality show *I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!*, Jack Osbourne opened up about the profound impact of his father Ozzy Osbourne’s recent passing. As a contestant on the 25th series of this popular UK show, Jack discussed the family’s shock following Ozzy’s death, which came at the age of 76 due to a heart attack on July 22, 2023.

Understanding Ozzy’s Legacy

During a conversation with actress Lisa Riley, known for her role in *Emmerdale*, Jack reflected on the family’s grief. “We knew he was sick for a while, but it was definitely a shock,” he said. Despite anticipating his father’s struggles, the quickness of his passing was unexpected. Jack referred to Ozzy’s final retirement performance, *Back To The Beginning*, as “the ultimate mic drop.”

Challenges of Grief

Jack Osbourne described his ongoing journey through grief. “It’s been three, nearly four months, so it’s still pretty fresh,” he shared. The Osbourne family has felt a significant void since Ozzy’s departure, something Jack noted in a recent podcast. He recounted the messages he received expressing surprise at how deeply fans felt the loss of someone they hadn’t personally known.

Ozzy’s Final Performance and Retirement

• Date of Death: July 22, 2023
• Final Performance: *Back To The Beginning* on July 5, 2023
• Aged: 76

Ozzy’s swansong event featured performances from notable bands, including Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, and Tool, and took place at Villa Park in Birmingham, highlighting his significant influence in rock music.

Ozzy’s Health Struggles

Throughout the years leading up to his death, Ozzy faced multiple health issues that impacted his career. In 2019, a fall aggravated previous injuries from a quad bike accident. Following this, he underwent several spinal surgeries and announced that he was living with Parkinson’s disease in 2020. Ultimately, these health setbacks led to the cancellation of his farewell tour, *No More Tours 2*.

Family Responses and Reflections

In the wake of Ozzy’s death, strong opinions surfaced from Jack and his family regarding former Pink Floyd member Roger Waters, who made dismissive remarks about Black Sabbath. Sharon Osbourne, Jack’s mother, did not hold back, calling Waters “a sad, irrelevant, old, miserable human being.”

*I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!* continues to draw attention as Jack shares his journey and the legacy of his father in the reality TV arena.