Kelly Osbourne Condemns Body-Shaming Trolls After 'Dead Body' Comments
Kelly Osbourne has fiercely criticized what she describes as 'disgusting' online comments, following months of unwarranted scrutiny over her physical appearance. The 41-year-old television personality, who rose to fame on the reality series The Osbournes, has been subjected to a barrage of negative remarks, particularly focusing on her weight.
Grieving Process and Public Criticism
Osbourne previously disclosed that she is 'ill' due to the profound grief she continues to experience after the death of her iconic father, Ozzy Osbourne. Despite this personal struggle, critics have persistently labeled her as 'too thin,' prompting Kelly to address the issue publicly once again. In a recent Instagram post, she expressed her disbelief at the cruelty of some individuals, sharing a screenshot of her comments section to highlight the abuse.
'Literally can't believe how disgusting some human beings truly are!' she wrote. 'No one deserves this sort of abuse,' the reality TV star added, accompanying her message with recent photographs from London Fashion Week.
Horrific Comparisons and Fan Backlash
One particularly vile comment, which has since garnered significant backlash, compared Kelly to a 'dead body' and insensitively joked that she was 'going to see her dad soon.' Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman, passed away at the age of 76 in July 2025, just weeks after his final concert. His death has left the music world and his family in mourning, with plans potentially underway to create a hologram experience of his last performance.
Fans were quick to condemn the 'disgraceful' remark, questioning whether the commenter possessed any empathy for the grieving family. In December, Kelly addressed the ongoing bombardment of body-shaming comments, describing them as 'disgusting, horrible, mean, and brutal.'
'What do you expect from me? What do you expect me to look like right now?' she wrote. 'The fact I'm getting out of bed, facing my life and trying should be more than enough. I should be commended for that.'
Addressing Age and Gender Dynamics in Criticism
Beyond calling out the 'bullies,' Kelly pointed out that many critics are comparing her current appearance in her 40s to her teenage self. 'People's faces change when you grow older,' she noted. What she finds most disheartening is that the majority of these negative comments originate from adult women.
'It's devastating women can't support other women,' Kelly stated. 'They'd rather tear them down when their dad's just died. It's disgusting and I've had enough.'
Close Bond with Ozzy Osbourne and Family Tributes
Kelly and her father shared an incredibly close relationship, and his passing has profoundly impacted her life. Alongside her mother Sharon, brother Jack, and rarely seen sister Aimee, Kelly attended the Grammys, where she watched tearfully as an emotional tribute was paid to Ozzy. Post Malone performed Ordinary Man during the In Memoriam segment, joined on stage by Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Slash and Duff McKagan from Guns N' Roses, and producer Andrew Watt.
In her first interview after Ozzy's death, Sharon Osbourne revealed on Piers Morgan's show that Kelly 'can't eat right now' because 'she's lost her daddy.' On what would have been the rock legend's 77th birthday, Kelly admitted she 'hadn't slept' as it had been 'an emotional one.' She visited the Black Sabbath Bench in Birmingham, sharing images of the floral tributes left by fans.
'Happy birthday daddy, you most certainly did not die an ordinary man!' she wrote. 'Life without you is hard but not a day goes by that I don't dedicate my life to loving you and your legacy... What I would not give to watch you blow out just one more candle.'
Legacy of Ozzy Osbourne and Ongoing Impact
In her own tribute, Sharon Osbourne shared: 'My darling husband, I celebrate the day you were born. I will never let go of your hand until I see you on the other side.' Ozzy Osbourne died of a heart attack on July 22, 2025, after years of declining health, including a Parkinson's disease diagnosis. His death sparked an outpouring of tributes in his hometown of Birmingham, where his funeral was held, and across the globe.
As a pioneer of the metal genre with Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne is remembered as one of the greatest rock stars of all time. Meanwhile, Kelly Osbourne's courageous stance against body-shaming highlights the pervasive issue of online abuse and the importance of mental health awareness, especially during times of personal loss.
