Sharon Osbourne Hospitalized, Misses Ozzy Statue Unveiling

Sharon Osbourne has revealed that an unexpected hospitalization prevented her from attending the unveiling of a statue honoring her late husband, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, at the Hellfest festival in France this week. The 73-year-old shared the news on social media, apologizing for her absence at the ceremony held on Thursday, June 18.

In a video post, Osbourne wrote that she was sorry she could not be at Hellfest for the unveiling, explaining she had an unexpected trip to the hospital earlier in the week. She offered no further details on the medical reasons but expressed gratitude to festival organizers Olivier Garnier and Ben Barbaud, as well as artist Philippe Pasqua for the statue. The six-meter-tall sculpture, depicting a smiling Ozzy Osbourne with his signature glasses and outstretched arms, was revealed at the heavy metal festival to honor his impact on music.

Ozzy Osbourne, the Black Sabbath frontman, died on July 22 last year at the age of 76. His death was attributed to cardiac arrest and acute myocardial infarction, with coronary artery disease and Parkinson's disease listed as contributing factors. Sharon Osbourne has previously shared poignant details of his final...