Ozzy Osbourne’s daughter Kelly Osbourne has shared a statement following the death of her beloved dad. Her statement comes after she shared a picture of a floral tribute that took pride of place at the funeral of her late dad.
The statement comes after Kelly reportedly dedicated herself to keeping a promise to her late father as her entire family grieves.
Heavy metal icon Ozzy passed away last month aged 76. The Black Sabbath front man’s sad death came just weeks after his final, farewell gig in Birmingham. And also after daughter Kelly got engaged backstage to Slipknot’s Sid Wilson.
Since that happy moment, she and her family have endured the heart-wrenching loss of the Osbournes’ patriarch. But amid their mourning during last week’s (Wednesday July 30) funeral procession and following burial, Kelly has kept her focus after she reportedly vowed to ‘stay strong’ for her dad.
As such, she’s the first of the family to break their silence following the funeral.
Kelly’s tribute
Kelly – one of Ozzy’s six children – was seen supporting her mum as she and other relatives assembled in Birmingham city centre for the emotional memorial alongside fans.
The 40 year old placed a comforting arm around her mum as she guided Sharon to the floral tributes left for Ozzy. Kelly also wore her dad’s purple-tinted round lens sunglasses in tribute, which may have assisted her in keeping her composure.
But even though Kelly will no doubt have been overwhelmed by the occasion, MailOnline reported that she was determined ‘not to crumble’ in front of fans.
‘A tough ride’
The news outlet quotes an unidentified insider as saying Kelly was committed to being a rock for mum Sharon Osbourne.
The are reported to have claimed: “The last few days have been a tough ride. But Kelly has been focused on executing plans with her mum.”
Kelly promised her dad she would not crumble in public.
The anonymous source is said to have continued: “Of course there have been tears. But she promised her dad Ozzy Osbourne – who openly spoke about not wanting people to mourn but rather celebrate his life – that she would not crumble in public.”
At points during the procession, Kelly appeared to be holding back tears. With supporters watching on from across the world, Kelly she also took a moment at Black Sabbath bridge in the second city’s Broad Street to embrace her brother Jack.
However, while she fulfilled her father’s wish, Kelly is also reportedly concerned for Sharon at such a time of strain.
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Kelly shares picture of Ozzy Osbourne funeral flowers
Over the weekend (August 1), Kelly shared the first look inside the private burial. It took place at the family’s Buckinghamshire mansion.
Ozzy was laid to rest at a private funeral on July 31, with his close friends and family present.
He was laid to rest in the grounds of his 250-acre home, close to the picturesque Osbourne lake. Reports on the day suggested a floral tribute to the star, reading “Ozzy [bleep]ing Osbourne” was spotted sitting beside the lake.
Statement from Kelly Osbourne
Posting on social media on Monday (August 4), Kelly shared a message to her dad’s fans, and thanked them for all the support they’ve offered the famous family during their tough time.
Posting the text against a black background, Kelly said: “I’ve sat down to write this a hundred times and still don’t know if the words will ever feel like enough. But from the bottom of my heart, thank you.
“The love, support, and beautiful messages I’ve received from so many of you have truly helped carry me through the hardest moment of my life. Every kind word, every shared memory, every bit of compassion has meant more than I can ever explain,” she then added.
Kelly went on: “Grief is a strange thing-it sneaks up on you in waves – I will not be okay for a while. But knowing my family are not alone in our pain makes a difference. I’m holding on tight to the love, the light, and the legacy left behind.”
She concluded the post: “Thank you for being there. I love you all so much. Kelly #BirminghamForever #OzzyForever.”
Kelly ended the post with a broken heart and sparkling stars emoji.
Kelly and Ozzy Osbourne – his ‘favourite’ child
Ozzy – who duetted with Kelly for 2003 hit Changes – previously indicated his youngest daughter was his “favourite” child.
“If I’ve got a favourite kid, it’s Kelly,” he said in an interview with Rolling Stone. He also likened them both to “two peas in a pod”.
Kelly, meanwhile, quoted lyrics from Changes as she broke her silence about her father’s passing on Instagram.
She lamented the loss: “I feel unhappy. I am so sad. I lost the best friend I ever had.”
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