The world is mourning the loss of Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic Black Sabbath frontman and self-styled “Prince of Darkness,” who passed away on July 22, 2025, at 76, surrounded by his family at their Buckinghamshire mansion. Just weeks after his emotional farewell concert at Villa Park, his wife of over 40 years, Sharon Osbourne, has shared a poignant glimpse into his final will, revealing a simple yet profoundly loving wish that underscores the family man behind the rock legend. Amid his long battle with Parkinson’s disease and other health struggles, Ozzy’s last thoughts were for his wife Sharon and their children—Aimee, Kelly, Jack, and stepchildren Jessica, Louis, and Elliot—cementing his legacy as a devoted husband and father.

In a heartfelt statement posted on X on July 23, 2025, Sharon, 72, revealed that Ozzy’s will, finalized in early 2025, prioritized ensuring his family’s emotional and financial security. “Even in his final moments, he worried about his family,” Sharon wrote, her words resonating with fans worldwide. “Ozzy’s wish was for us to stay close, love each other, and carry on his legacy of kindness.” Unlike the extravagant gestures often associated with rock stars, Ozzy’s will was strikingly modest, directing his estimated $220 million fortune primarily toward trusts for his children and grandchildren, with provisions for Sharon to maintain their Buckinghamshire home as a family haven. A significant portion was also allocated to charities like Acorns Children’s Hospice and Cure Parkinson’s, causes he championed during his final concert, which raised $189 million.

Ozzy’s death came just weeks after his Back to the Beginning concert on July 5, 2025, a star-studded event organized by Sharon to fulfill his wish to perform one last time in his hometown of Birmingham. Joined by Black Sabbath bandmates Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward, alongside acts like Metallica and Guns N’ Roses, Ozzy performed from a bat-adorned throne, telling 42,000 fans, “You’ve no idea how I feel. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.” Sharon, who spent two years preparing their Buckinghamshire mansion with a rehab wing and nurse’s quarters for his final days, ensured he returned to England for this farewell. Friends told The Daily Mail that his passing was “unexpected” but that having his children—Aimee, 41, Kelly, 40, and Jack, 39—by his side was a blessing.

The will’s simplicity reflects Ozzy’s evolution from the wild hellraiser of the 1980s, known for biting the head off a bat and other infamous antics, to the “lovable, befuddled patriarch” seen on The Osbournes reality show (2002–2005). Despite a tumultuous marriage marked by addiction, violence, and a 1989 incident where Ozzy was arrested for attempting to strangle Sharon, the couple’s bond grew stronger. Sharon, who managed his career and founded Ozzfest, forgave him, and Ozzy called her his “soulmate” in the 2020 documentary The Nine Lives of Ozzy Osbourne. His will reportedly includes a personal letter to Sharon, expressing gratitude for her unwavering support through his battles with Parkinson’s, a 2003 quad bike accident, and a 2019 fall that required spinal surgery.

Fans on X have been moved by Ozzy’s family-focused final wish, with one writing, “Ozzy was a rock god, but his love for Sharon and his kids was his real legacy.” Another posted, “Sharon sharing his will shows how much he cared, even at the end.” Some speculation has resurfaced about the couple’s 2007 assisted suicide pact, discussed in Sharon’s memoir, where they agreed to seek euthanasia in Switzerland if either faced debilitating mental illness. However, Kelly Osbourne debunked exaggerated claims about this pact on July 11, 2025, insisting, “Stop making articles about a suicide pact. That was bulls— my mom said to get attention.” There’s no evidence this pact was enacted, as Ozzy’s death was attributed to complications from Parkinson’s.

Sharon’s meticulous planning ensured Ozzy’s final days were spent in comfort, surrounded by love. The Buckinghamshire mansion, renovated with an art studio and spa, was a sanctuary where Aimee and Kelly visited frequently in his last week, per The Mirror. Jack, who attended the Villa Park concert, described his father as “funny, unique, and powerful” at a July 4 screening of Ozzy’s documentary. The family’s statement, signed by Sharon, Aimee, Kelly, Jack, and Louis, emphasized their unity: “He was with his family and surrounded by love.” Tributes from Elton John, who called Ozzy a “trailblazer,” and Rod Stewart, who wrote, “Sleep well, my friend,” reflect his global impact.

Ozzy’s will, as shared by Sharon, reveals a man who, despite his “Prince of Darkness” persona, prioritized family above all. As fans leave floral tributes at Birmingham’s Black Sabbath Bridge, his legacy—both musical and personal—endures through his children and the love he and Sharon built over decades.