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Jack Osbourne Emotional on Im a Celebrity Over Ozzy Death

Published 18 November 2025

Jack Osbourne became visibly emotional on Monday's episode of "I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!" as he discussed the recent death of his father, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, during a conversation with fellow contestant Lisa Riley.

The 40-year-old television personality, who entered the Australian jungle as part of the show's 25th series that premiered on November 16, shared his feelings around the campfire on the second episode, broadcast on ITV. Riley, known for her role on the soap opera "Emmerdale," asked about Ozzy's passing, prompting Osbourne to reflect on the family's shock. "It was definitely a shock," he said. "I mean we knew he was sick for a while but it was definitely a shock, I mean we didn't know it would be that quick." He described Ozzy's final performance as "the ultimate mic drop," referring to the heavy metal icon's farewell concert just 17 days before his death.

Osbourne, the youngest son of Ozzy and his wife Sharon Osbourne, grew tearful as Riley offered comfort, noting her own experience of losing her mother. He added that his father would have supported his participation in the survival reality series, which involves challenges like eating unusual...

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