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Roger Waters Provokes Osbourne Family After Ozzy's Death

1/18/2026

Summary

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Roger Waters sparked controversy by dismissing Ozzy Osbourne's legacy as "idiocy and nonsense" after his death.
Osbourne family responded harshly, with Jack Osbourne labeling Waters "pathetic" and Sharon Osbourne criticizing his relevance.
In a follow-up interview, Waters stood by his remarks and refused to apologize.
He dismissed Sharon Osbourne's accusations and said he would talk to Jack Osbourne.
Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22, 2026, due to a heart attack.

History

Historical Context

Ozzy Osbourne, a key figure in heavy metal, co-founded Black Sabbath in 1968 and sold over 100 million albums. His death on July 22, 2025, followed a farewell concert that reunited the original band lineup for the first time in 20 years. Controversies surrounding his legacy, reminiscent of John Lennon’s 1966 comments, continue to shape discussions on artistic merit in music.

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Story summary

Roger Waters sparked controversy by dismissing Ozzy Osbourne's legacy as "idiocy and nonsense" after his death.
Osbourne family responded harshly, with Jack Osbourne labeling Waters "pathetic" and Sharon Osbourne criticizing his relevance.
In a follow-up interview, Waters stood by his remarks and refused to apologize.
He dismissed Sharon Osbourne's accusations and said he would talk to Jack Osbourne.
Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22, 2026, due to a heart attack.

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