Kelly Osbourne Accused of ‘Milking’ Her Father Ozzy Osbourne’s Death for Attention Amid Grief Struggles
Kelly Osbourne continues to mourn the loss of her father, Ozzy Osbourne, more than a year after his death. The 42-year-old has also spoken openly about the grief she experienced following his passing, which she has linked to her dramatic weight loss. However, a new report claims that some critics believe she is repeatedly bringing up her father for attention.
Ozzy died on July 22, 2025, after suffering a heart attack. He was survived by his wife, Sharon Osbourne, and their six children. Among all his kids, Kelly openly shared how her father’s passing changed her life, and not in a good way. According to Radar Online, she now faces major backlash for allegedly bringing him into every conversation.
An insider claimed, “There is a difference between remembering someone privately and repeatedly turning those moments into content for millions of followers.” They further highlighted that many are “inevitably questioning whether sharing every emotional milestone risks making grief part of a celebrity’s online identity.” These questions have been raised about Kelly, as trolls say she is “milking” her father’s demise for clicks.
The insider believes Kelly can grieve however she wants. However, they questioned her habit of posting her personal moments on social media. The source claimed that such actions are an invitation to criticism.
The publication’s source further mentioned that Ozzy’s death was devastating for his family, adding that nobody is questioning that. It is Kelly’s continuous posting about her father on public platforms that has raised eyebrows. “But there will always be people who feel uncomfortable when grief becomes a recurring feature of social media posts,” the source said.
Kelly has repeatedly shared how devastating it was for her to lose her father. However, the source claimed that it has become impossible to understand one’s motive behind their social media posts. What may be someone’s way to grieve may look like an attention-seeking stunt to others.
Kelly’s public appearances following her father’s death were met with massive backlash. Her slimmer figure made many believe that she opted for Ozempic to lose several pounds. Many were taken aback by her dramatic transformation at the BRIT Awards in February.
According to Hello!, the mother of one addressed the trolls, revealing that she could not navigate them. “How can you navigate something so cruel when you’re so sick?” Kelly asked. She further shared that she was getting “a lot better” after spending the hardest year of her life.
She further shared what her grief journey looked like for the past year. Kelly noted that she took one step at a time and also found supportive people around her.
Despite the massive criticism, Kelly often receives supportive reactions from her fans and followers. The 42-year-old regularly shares throwback pictures of her and her late father with her millions of followers. In return, she receives massive support.
As she remembered Ozzy on her birthday with a picture of her hugging him, many sent her their heartwarming wishes. One fan wrote, “Sweet girl, I’ve always seen his smile in yours.” Another social media user wrote, “Thinking of you on this special day.” Several others shared their own experience of losing a parent, saying how they understood Kelly.
