Rock Legend’s Family Fires Back: Jack Osbourne Slams Roger Waters Over Ozzy Comments
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In a shocking turn of events, Roger Waters, the 81-year-old co-founder of Pink Floyd, made disparaging remarks about the late Ozzy Osbourne, sparking outrage from his family. During an interview with The Independent Ink last month, Waters ridiculed Ozzy, stating, “Ozzy Osbourne, who just died, bless him in his whatever that state that he was in his whole life… We’ll never know. The music, I have no idea. I couldn’t give a f–k.” He further added, “I don’t care about Black Sabbath, I never did… Have no interest in biting the heads off chickens or whatever they do. I couldn’t care less, you know.”
These comments didn’t go unnoticed, and Ozzy’s son, Jack Osbourne, took to social media to express his discontent. On September 2, Jack posted a scathing message on his Instagram Stories, calling Waters “pathetic” and “out of touch.” He wrote, “Hey [Roger Waters], f–k you. How pathetic and out of touch you’ve become. The only way you seem to get attention these days is by vomiting out bulls–t in the press. My father always thought you were a c–t – thanks for proving him right.”
Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary frontman of Black Sabbath, passed away on July 22 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. His family, including wife Sharon and children Jack, Aimee, Kelly, and Louis, shared the devastating news with The Post. In an emotional statement, they asked for privacy, saying, “It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.”
The cause of Ozzy’s death was revealed in his death certificate, obtained by the Sun, which listed cardiac arrest, acute myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease, and Parkinson’s disease as contributing factors. A private funeral ceremony was held on July 31, attended by fellow rock icons, and a procession was held in his hometown of Birmingham the day before.
Jack Osbourne had previously broken his silence about his father’s death on August 5, sharing a heartfelt message on Instagram. He wrote, “I haven’t really wanted to post anything since the passing of my father. My heart has hurt too much… I’m gonna keep this short because he certainly hated long rambling speeches. He was so many things to so many people, but I was so lucky and blessed to be apart of a very small group that got to call him ‘Dad.'” Jack concluded with a quote from Hunter S. Thompson, which he said best described his father: “Grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body… but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming, ‘Wow! What a ride!’ That was my dad. He lived it.”
The music world continues to mourn the loss of Ozzy Osbourne, and the controversy surrounding Roger Waters’ comments has sparked a heated debate. As we reflect on the life and legacy of the Prince of Darkness, one thing is clear – his impact on rock music will never be forgotten.
That wraps up today’s analysis. Stay informed, stay critical, and follow the facts.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and The New York Post, The Independent Ink, The Sun
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