Sharon Osbourne is expressing her gratitude for the abundance of support she’s received since the death of her husband, heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne.
In her first Instagram post Sept. 12 since the Black Sabbath frontman’s death in July, Sharon Osbourne thanked her followers for “the overwhelming love and support” on social media.
“Your comments, posts, and tributes have brought me more comfort than you know. None of it has gone unnoticed, in fact, it’s carried me through many nights,” she wrote.
Alongside her message, Sharon Osbourne shared a video of herself and daughter Kelly Osbourne in a field, with birds flying onto her gloved hand.
“Though I’m still finding my footing, I wanted to share some glorious creatures I had the chance to spend an afternoon with. The connection you make with these powerful birds is built entirely on trust and confidence,” she continued.
Explaining that the birds will only perch “if they sense you are safe and unafraid of them,” she added, “it’s a bond I know all too well.”
“I love you all, and I thank you deeply for the otherworldly amount of love you continue to send my way,” she concluded the post, adding a peace sign and a heart emoji.
Members of Ozzy Osbourne’s family shared news of the rock singer’s death in a statement July 22.
“He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time,” the statement read.
The message was signed by Sharon Osbourne and their children, Jack Osbourne, Kelly Osbourne and Aimee Osbourne. Louis Osbourne, whom Ozzy Osbourne shared with ex-wife Thelma Riley, signed the statement, as well.
Ozzy Osbourne reportedly died at 76 from a heart attack, according a death certificate obtained by The New York Times. Cardiac arrest, coronary artery disease and Parkinson’s disease with autonomic dysfunction were also listed as causes of death.
While Sharon Osbourne’s Sept. 12 Instagram post marks the first time the singer’s wife posted on social media about his death, their daughter Kelly Osbourne shared a message days after his passing.
In an Instagram story July 24, Kelly Osbourne quoted Black Sabbath’s 1972 hit “Changes,” writing, “I feel unhappy. I am so sad. I lost the best friend I ever had,” with a broken heart emoji.
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