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Emotional Grammy Tribute: Rock Legends Honor Ozzy Osbourne

2/4/2026

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Sharon Osbourne Remembers

At the 2026 Grammy Awards, Sharon Osbourne, wife of Ozzy Osbourne, expressed deep emotion for her late husband (died 2025).
Rock stars including Post Malone and Slash performed "War Pigs," moving Sharon and her family to tears.
Sharon Osbourne wrote on social media that the night was "bigger than a performance" and historic.
Yungblud won Best Rock Performance for his cover of "Changes."
He recalled his last encounter with Ozzy.

Summary

Sharon Osbourne Considers Mayoral Run

Sharon Osbourne said she is considering a run for Mayor of Birmingham during the 2026 Grammy Awards.
She indicated her interest followed her learning about a controversial candidate with a terrorism conviction.
At the ceremony, Sharon Osbourne attended with her children Kelly and Jack for a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, featuring 'War Pigs' and 'Changes'.
Kendrick Lamar won multiple awards at the event, underscoring a diverse range of performances.

History

Historical Context

In 1980, Black Sabbath released "Heaven and Hell," a landmark album that solidified heavy metal's identity and sold over 1 million copies. The band's influence continues, as seen in the 2026 Grammy Awards tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, featuring performances of classics like "War Pigs." Additionally, Sharon Osbourne's potential mayoral run in Birmingham reflects the evolving role of artists in public life.

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Sharon Osbourne Remembers

At the 2026 Grammy Awards, Sharon Osbourne, wife of Ozzy Osbourne, expressed deep emotion for her late husband (died 2025).
Rock stars including Post Malone and Slash performed "War Pigs," moving Sharon and her family to tears.
Sharon Osbourne wrote on social media that the night was "bigger than a performance" and historic.
Yungblud won Best Rock Performance for his cover of "Changes."
He recalled his last encounter with Ozzy.

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