Sharon Osbourne has launched a fierce defence of her daughter Kelly, condemning the 'bullies' who have been trolling her appearance during what she describes as the 'hardest time of her life' following the heartbreaking death of Ozzy Osbourne. The Black Sabbath frontman passed away in July last year at the age of 76, just two weeks after performing a farewell concert in his hometown of Birmingham.
Kelly's Struggle with Grief and Criticism
Kelly Osbourne, 41, has been forced to hit back multiple times in recent months against those criticising her body, particularly after many noticed her slimmer frame. This comes as she navigates profound personal loss, with the public scrutiny adding to her emotional burden.
Sharon's Public Support
While attending Elton John's 2026 Oscars party, Sharon spoke to Extra TV about the difficult period Kelly has been enduring. When asked if she was proud of Kelly for standing up against the bullies, Sharon responded firmly: 'Sure. Listen, people that give it out have to get it back...' This statement underscores her protective stance and frustration with the online harassment.
Recent Incidents of Body-Shaming
Kelly recently faced what she called 'cruel' body-shaming trolls following concerns over her appearance at the 2026 Brit Awards in Manchester. She and Sharon attended the event to collect a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award for Ozzy, turning what should have been a celebratory moment into another target for negative comments.
Immediately after the event, Kelly expressed her anguish: 'There is a special kind of cruelty in harming someone who is clearly going through something... Kicking me while I'm down, doubting my pain, spreading my struggles as gossip, and turning your back when I need support and love most... None of it proves strength, it only reveals a profound absence of character.'
Support from Mia Tyler
In response to the trolling, Kelly shared a post by Mia Tyler, 47-year-old daughter of Aerosmith star Steve Tyler, who offered impassioned support. Mia's message, captioned 'How hard is it to not be a d**k?', included a lengthy statement addressing the issue.
The statement read: 'Public grief is not public property. Grief can change a person. That doesn't make their body a topic for debate... Before you comment on someone's body, consider the possibility that they're carrying something heavier than your opinion... It takes real strength to stand in the public eye accepting accolades for their late iconic father and hold themselves together in front of the world...'
Mia continued: 'The least we can do is show the same grace in return. Kindness costs nothing. Cruelty costs character. It's unsettling how quickly people will dissect someone's appearance instead of honouring their courage... If you have the kind of energy to comment, you have the energy to be kind. Choose accordingly.'
Kelly's Defiance
Kelly has made it clear she won't remain silent in the face of such criticism. She stated: 'I'm currently going through the hardest time of my life. I should not even have to defend myself. But I won't sit here and allow myself to be dehumanised in such a way.' This declaration highlights her resilience amid ongoing personal challenges and public scrutiny.
The situation underscores broader issues of online bullying and body-shaming, particularly targeting individuals during vulnerable periods of grief. As the Osbourne family continues to mourn Ozzy's passing, they face additional battles against unwarranted public commentary on their personal lives and appearances.
