10 Heartwarming Photos of Ozzy Osbourne With His Grandchildren Shared After His Death

Long before the curtain fell on his legendary career, Ozzy Osbourne was quietly playing a very different role, one marked not by guitars and glare, but by storybooks, soft smiles, and the steady love of a grandfather.

In the days following the death of the rock legend, a deeply personal tribute emerged on Instagram, shared by Lisa Stelly, the ex-wife of Ozzy's son, Jack Osbourne.

The post offered a tender glimpse of Ozzy in quiet, loving moments with his grandchildren, prompting an outpouring of love and grief from fans and family alike. Lisa captioned the slideshow with a heartfelt message:

"The world got Ozzy. We got Papa. One of one. Larger than life. It hurts to say goodbye, but what a gift it was to have him. We will never stop missing you."

In one photo, Ozzy joyfully carried one of his grandchildren on his shoulders, both beaming with excitement. His wide grin and playful spirit captured a heartwarming family moment under the spotlight.

The music legend beamed with joy as he held another grandchild close, both dressed in light, cozy outfits. His signature round sunglasses and warm smile highlighted the tender moment.

One snapshot showed him relaxing on a patterned couch with two of his grandchildren cuddled up on his lap. Their cozy embrace and his contented smile radiated warmth and familial love.

In a candid and endearing moment, another one of his grandchildren fed Ozzy at a restaurant. Their playful exchange captured the sweetness of their bond in a lively dining scene.

In another frame, the music icon shared a quiet moment with one of his grandchildren aboard a plane. Both wore Hawaiian leis. The grandchild sat on his lap by the window, their closeness unmistakable.

Another photo captured the "Prince of Darkness" sharing a sweet kiss with his grandchild on a cozy bed, a tender moment that radiated affection and peace.

Across a table filled with snacks and drinks, Ozzy laughed animatedly with another grandchild, the candid shot reflecting their joy and deep connection.

A particularly touching image showed the rock legend painting at an easel, fully absorbed in his art. From behind a curtain, a grandchild peeked out playfully, adding a lighthearted charm to the intimate scene.

Fans quickly filled the comment section with heartfelt messages that reflect just how deeply the images resonated with them. One comment read, "He seemed like such a wonderful father figure. Maybe a little cookie and out there, but so very full of love. And love, above all else, is what it's about. Sending you all so much love. I'm so glad your girls reached an age where they can remember him."

Another follower noted the significance of the photos, writing, "Things like this make you realize that even though he was a Rockstar, his real fame and fortune was his family." A third added, "This is absolutely beautiful to see, you can tell Ozzy was a great Papa, to his grandchildren. Love seeing this, he was and will always be a legend!!!! Much love and prayers, for the family in this difficult time [sic]."

Some of the grandchildren shown in the post are Jack's daughters. Jack and Lisa co-parent their daughters — Minnie Theodora, Andy Rose, and Pearl Clementine. At the time, the pair had just separated three months after the birth of their youngest daughter, Minnie.

The couple reportedly finalized their divorce three months after they announced their separation on social media.

Court documents obtained by People confirmed that Jack responded to Lisa's petition for divorce and agreed to joint custody of their three daughters. Speaking to People, Jack said he and his ex-wife were going strong as co-parents.

He also revealed that he is committed to raising his children with structure and love. During an episode of PEOPLETV's Chatter, he reflected on how his parenting style differed "a little bit" from what he experienced as a child:

"I'm a little more structured with my kids than my parents were with me. Like, I won't take them out of school just to go travel. We do a little bit, but I think structure is healthy."

He also shared sweet insights into life with his daughters, calling them "the most girly girls imaginable." He also described a home filled with unicorns, rainbows, and ball gowns.

"My middle one, Andy, will only wear, like, big gowns all day long," he said. "Like she's going to a quinceañera every day." Though not a professional hairstylist, Jack joked that his "ponytail game" was improving.

Though the world may remember Ozzy for his groundbreaking music and unpredictable showmanship, the intimate family snapshots offered a new narrative: that of a man whose true legacy might have lain in the quiet, joy-filled corners of his family life.

As tributes continued to pour in, one truth stood out: Ozzy may have belonged to the world, but to his grandchildren, he was irreplaceably, lovingly, theirs.