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Jack Osbourne Slams Roger Waters for Dismissing Late Father Ozzy’s Legacy

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Jack Osbourne lashes out at Pink Floyd legend Roger Waters after the rocker mocks Ozzy Osbourne’s career and stage antics. Fans and family defend the late Black Sabbath frontman’s legacy.

Jack Osbourne arrives to view tributes to the late Ozzy Osbourne in Birmingham, England on July 30, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
Jack Osbourne arrives to view tributes to the late Ozzy Osbourne in Birmingham, England on July 30, 2025 | Source: Getty Images

Grief sharpens loyalty, and for Jack Osbourne, defending his late father, Ozzy Osbourne, became personal after Pink Floyd legend Roger Waters made scathing remarks about the rock icon’s legacy.

Jack Osbourne Unleashes Fury on Instagram

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Jack Osbourne and his late father Ozzy Osbourne visit the Tribeca Film Festival portrait studio in New York City on April 25, 2011 | Source: Getty Images
Jack Osbourne and his late father Ozzy Osbourne visit the Tribeca Film Festival portrait studio in New York City on April 25, 2011 | Source: Getty Images

The 38-year-old son of the Black Sabbath frontman didn’t hold back. Taking to Instagram Stories, Jack addressed Waters directly:

“Hey @rogerwaters. [Expletive] You. How pathetic and out of touch you’ve become. The only way you seem to get attention these days is by vomiting out [expletive] in the press. My father always thought you were a [expletive] — thanks for proving him right 🤡.”

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Roger Waters performs on stage at The O2 Arena during the "This is Not A Drill" tour in London, England on June 6, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Roger Waters performs on stage at The O2 Arena during the “This is Not A Drill” tour in London, England on June 6, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Seconds later, Jack posted a stark, silent image captioned simply, #[expletiverogerwaters], doubling down on his anger.

Roger Waters Mocks Ozzy’s Career and Stage Antics

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The feud began after a recent YouTube interview in which Waters discussed Ozzy’s life and music with political cartoonist Mr. Fish. Waters called Ozzy “all over the TV for hundreds of years with his idiocy and nonsense” and admitted, “The music, I don’t, I have no idea, I couldn’t give a [expletive]. I don’t care about Black Sabbath.”

Roger Waters in an interview with Mr Fish, from a video posted August 12, 2025 | Source: YouTube/TheIndependentInk
Roger Waters in an interview with Mr Fish, from a video posted August 12, 2025 | Source: YouTube/TheIndependentInk

He also mocked Ozzy’s infamous stage stunts, joking about whether biting the head off a bat or a chicken was worse. The comments, intended as humor, struck a raw nerve for Jack and fans alike.

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Ozzy Osbourne’s Legacy: Remembered with Love and Reverence

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Waters’ remarks came just weeks after the world mourned the passing of Ozzy Osbourne in late July. The Prince of Darkness was laid to rest in Birmingham, England, with thousands lining the streets to honor the man who transformed rock music. The Osbourne family, including Sharon, Kelly, Jack, and Aimee, reunited in a rare public display of solidarity.

Sharon Osbourne mourns during her husband Ozzy's funeral in Birmingham on July 30, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
Sharon Osbourne mourns during her husband Ozzy’s funeral in Birmingham on July 30, 2025 | Source: Getty Images

In a poignant tribute on Ozzy’s official Instagram account on August 30, 2025, fans were met with a haunting image of Ozzy in his prime, arms outstretched and eyes blazing. The caption read:

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“I don’t wanna say goodbye. When I do, you’ll be alright. After all, I did it all for you.”

The post unleashed an outpouring of grief, gratitude, and memories from fans worldwide.

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Sharon Osbourne and her children Jack, Kelly, and Aimee mourn the late rock star Ozzy in in Birmingham, England on July 30, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
Sharon Osbourne and her children Jack, Kelly, and Aimee mourn the late rock star Ozzy in in Birmingham, England on July 30, 2025 | Source: Getty Images

Family Tribute: Ozzy’s Spirit Lives On

Beyond Jack, Ozzy’s family also honored the rock legend’s memory. Daughter-in-law Aree Osbourne shared:

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“I’m pretty sure I have the coolest father-in-law around, and the best papa to my kids. The world got a rockstar but we got an ice-lolly loving, goofy, big-hearted guy who made us laugh like no other. He was always in my corner and I forever am thankful to him for raising my husband and blessing me with my family. We’ll keep your name loud… Forever our guy.”

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Against such heartfelt tributes, Waters’ dismissive remarks were widely criticized. For Jack Osbourne, the fight wasn’t just about defending his father’s music—it was about preserving Ozzy’s legacy, honor, and the memory of a family patriarch who left an indelible mark on rock history.

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