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Yungblud has spoken publicly for the first time about the loss of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, calling the late Black Sabbath frontman his “everything” and promising to keep his legacy alive.
The 27-year-old musician, whose real name is Dominic Harrison, shared the emotional tribute in an interview with The Times this week. His voice cracked as he reflected on the “overwhelming” grief he’s felt since Ozzy’s death aged 76 on July 22.
Yungblud revealed that he had been cut off on a remote island without internet access while recording new music when the news broke.
“I told a friend that I thought Ozzy had another five albums in him. And then he did the show and then he died. It’s so overwhelming,” he said.
The two artists first met in 2022, and what began as a musical connection soon grew into what Yungblud described as an almost father-son bond.
“Ozzy taught me self-belief,” he explained. “And so I’m going to take his spirit and make sure everybody knows for the rest of my life who Ozzy Osbourne was, he meant everything to me.”
Their friendship wasn’t just behind the scenes. In June, Yungblud performed at Ozzy’s farewell gig at Birmingham’s Villa Park, a show that was bittersweet given the singer’s declining health.
Just weeks later, Yungblud gave a heartfelt reading at Ozzy’s funeral, where fans, friends, and fellow musicians gathered to celebrate the life of one of heavy metal’s most influential voices.
The Parents hitmaker admitted that even though he’s been a lifelong fan, “I’ve loved him since I was about two”, he never expected to form such a personal connection with his idol.
He described Ozzy as a constant supporter of his work, encouraging him to stay true to himself in an industry that often pressures artists to conform.
“Right till the very end he supported me,” Yungblud said, visibly holding back tears. “I just love him.”
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Ozzy Osbourne, widely hailed as the “Prince of Darkness,” rose to fame in the early 1970s with Black Sabbath, pioneering a sound that would shape heavy metal for generations. His career spanned more than five decades, earning him Grammy Awards, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, and millions of devoted fans worldwide.
For Yungblud, Ozzy was more than just a musical hero, he was a mentor and a friend. And while the loss has hit hard, he’s determined to honour that bond by keeping Ozzy’s influence alive in his own music and performances.
As the rock world continues to mourn, Yungblud’s tribute serves as a reminder of the personal connections and mentorships that exist behind the spotlight, and how one artist’s support can change another’s life forever.
