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Sharon Osbourne Teases Possible Ozzfest Revival, Says “We Really Started Metal Festivals in This Country”
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On July 22, 2025, the music industry lost an icon when Ozzy Osbourne sadly passed away at 76 years old.
With countless tributes pouring in and the 2026 Grammy Awards honoring him with a special performance, it appears that Sharon Osbourne hoped to keep her husband’s memory alive by reviving Ozzfest.
Videos by American SongwriterDuring the late 1990s, Sharon wanted to get Ozzy on the festival circuit when she reached out to Lollapalooza.
While the Ozzfest stage has been vacant for years, Sharon showed interest in bringing the festival back.
It was like summer camp for kids.”[RELATED: 2026 Grammys In Memoriam to Honor D’Angelo, Ozzy Osbourne, Robert Flank & More]Sharon Osbourne Explains Why Ozzfest StoppedAs Sharon mentioned, Ozzfest wasn’t focused on highlighting established groups but those who were trying to break into the industry.