Ozzy Osbourne, who revealed his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis in 2020, recently made a special public appearance at the Son of Monsterpalooza event with his wife Sharon Osbourne and their children Kelly and Jack Osbourne.
The legendary Black Sabbath frontman, 75, stepped out on October 12 for an autograph signing in Burbank, California. Dressed in a black T-shirt, layered chain necklaces, and his iconic round glasses, Ozzy was joined by Sharon, 72, and their kids Kelly, 39, and Jack, 38, for the pre-Halloween convention. His family was thrilled to be there in support.
“Thanks so much to everyone that came to @monsterpaloozaofficial this weekend!!” Jack wrote on Instagram. “Loved meeting and getting to hang out with you all.”
In the lead-up to the event, Jack—who has three kids with ex Lisa Stelly and a two-year-old daughter, Maple, with wife Aree Gearhart—shared that he was helping Ozzy prepare for the fan event, posting a video on Instagram of Ozzy working on arm exercises with resistance bands.
Ozzy has faced several health challenges in recent years. Along with his Parkinson’s diagnosis, he underwent major spinal surgery in 2022. In February 2023, Ozzy announced his retirement from touring, explaining that his body was no longer capable of handling the demands of performing, despite his voice remaining strong.
“My one and only purpose during this time has been to get back on stage,” Ozzy said in a statement. “However, after three operations, stem cell treatments, endless physical therapy, and groundbreaking Cybernics (HAL) treatment, my body is still physically weak.”
His wife Sharon has been by his side throughout his health journey and has spoken candidly about the impact Parkinson’s has had on their lives. In the 2022 documentary *Paxman: Putting Up With Parkinson’s*, Sharon shared how difficult it is to watch Ozzy struggle, remembering him as an energetic performer who used to run around the stage during his shows.
“When I look at my husband, my heart breaks for him,” she said. “I’m sad for myself to see him that way, but what he goes through is worse.”
Despite the challenges, Sharon remains grateful for one thing: “The family,” she noted, “we spend so much more time together.”
