Kelly Osbourne has been open about her grief since the passing of her father, Ozzy Osbourne, in July 2025. At 40, she has shared how difficult it has been to cope with losing the legendary rocker, who died at age 76 after suffering a cardiac arrest. In the midst of that heartbreak, Kelly has discovered a surprising source of comfort that has helped her begin to heal.
According to People, Kelly Osbourne revealed that falconry has given her “something that truly makes me happy” during a season of mourning. In an Instagram post, she smiled as an owl perched on her arm, sharing with followers that she had “found my smile again” through her time with birds. Fans praised her openness, noting that even in grief, Kelly’s courage and resilience continue to inspire.
Kelly Osbourne Turns To Falconry Amid Grief
Kelly Osbourne posted both photos and a video of herself training with an owl, capturing moments of pure joy. In the video, she followed the bird through a field before it returned to her arm, and she tenderly told it, “You are great.” These glimpses into her healing process show how she has leaned on new passions while navigating the pain of loss.
Her message comes just weeks after she wrote candidly about mourning her father. Kelly thanked fans for their “love, support, and messages,” saying they helped her through the hardest moment of her life. She wrote that grief comes in waves, reminding followers that strength in community makes a difference.
A Private Farewell To Ozzy Osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne’s death was followed by a deeply personal farewell. On July 30, he was laid to rest in a private funeral attended by family and close friends. During the service, Kelly performed in tribute to her father, a moment Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo later described as filled with emotion and even a sense of Ozzy’s playful spirit.
Before the funeral, a public procession in Birmingham drew thousands of fans honoring the Black Sabbath icon. Kelly Osbourne stood with her mother, Sharon, and siblings Jack, Aimee, and Louis at the city’s Black Sabbath bridge. For Kelly, these public tributes and her private healing show how love and legacy carry her forward.