Ozzy’s Best Moments As A Dad

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Ozzy Osbourne might be the Prince of Darkness on stage, but at home, he’s just a dad trying to survive everyday chaos. From battling smart TVs to bonding over tattoos and long-overdue fishing trips, Ozzy’s parenting style is loud, unpredictable, and surprisingly heartfelt. The Osbournes reality show gave fans an unfiltered look into his world — and it was pure gold. These moments show exactly why we love him.
Jack Skips School and Dad vs. Technology
A family episode kicks off in typical Osbourne fashion — Jack didn’t go to school. Sharon tries to explain, “He didn’t get to record to 2, so up now.” Ozzy’s immediate response?
“Go to school right now. Okay, go to school. You’re not too keen by myself alive.”
Moments later, Ozzy’s real challenge begins: modern technology. “Jack, can you get this television to work? I’m a very simple man.” He rants, “You got to have like computer knowledge to turn the TV on and off… I pressed this one button and the shower starts. I’m going, ‘What is this? Where am I, man? This space age shit.’” It’s a hilarious glimpse at how overwhelming smart-home gadgets can be — especially for someone who’s just trying to watch TV.
Backyard Rebellion and Family Feuds
When noise from neighbors annoys Ozzy, he gets inspired. “You know how wrong do having a band rehearsal in my garden and see how they like that?” He turns to Jack and says, “Go for it, son… That’s about time I had a family feud, don’t you?” Jack seems all-in, grabbing the drum kit. It’s a classic Osbourne moment — over-the-top, noisy, and chaotic.
Real Advice from a Rock Dad
In the middle of all the chaos, we get a rare moment of wisdom. Ozzy talks to Jack about taking responsibility and saying sorry.
“It’s a man that can apologize. It’s a wimp that can’t… Just swallow your pride and say, ‘I’m sorry. It’s no big deal.’”
He points out how much Sharon worries:
“Whether you like her or whether you don’t, she spent lost her night’s sleep worrying her self to death whether you were going to come home, been mugged, stabbed, shot, or arrested.”
It’s one of those unexpectedly serious scenes where Ozzy opens up about family, pride, and doing the right thing — even when it’s tough.
Kelly’s Tattoo and Ozzy’s Meltdown
Then there was this moment when Kelly reveals her tattoo. Ozzy’s reaction? Shock and confusion. “You’ve got that there for the rest of your life,” he says. “You break your mom’s heart.” He also warns her about infections: “That one got infected with this one one time and my arm come up like a balloon and my fingers and I couldn’t move.”
But in true Kelly fashion, she stands her ground. “I did it ‘cause I liked it and me and my friends all got the same one.” Ozzy finally calms down, saying:
“It’s not all that bad. I thought she was going to show me a picture of an eagle on her ass or something.”
Fire Hazards and Dad Panic
Ozzy tries to light a fire in the house and instantly regrets it. “I was trying to light the logs and fire… I’m going to set more fire than you.” Sharon panics and suggests calling for help, but Ozzy snaps back: “We don’t need the fire brigade because that’s stupid and dramatic.” It’s a total mess — candles are burning too close, smoke fills the room, and Ozzy ends up yelling:
“Why am I always the one that ends up cleaning the burnt?”
A Long-Awaited Fishing Trip
Toward the end, we get a surprisingly touching moment. Ozzy and Jack finally go on a fishing trip — something they’ve tried to do for years.
“Every time I’ve attempted it before in the past… Every time. Finally… if you keep on persevering, eventually you’ll get what you want.”
Jack catches something big, and Ozzy is thrilled:
“Do you know I’ve been waiting 17 years on fishing. Finally, son. Finally, the fishing trip.”
From tech troubles to tattoos, wildfires to heartfelt fishing — these moments remind us that underneath the madness, Ozzy is a devoted dad trying his best. And that’s why we love him.