The Osbournes Watch The First Episode Of Their Show

Last May 25, the Osbourne family—Ozzy, Sharon, Jack, and Kelly—sat down to rewatch the very first episode of their groundbreaking reality show, The Osbournes. For Ozzy, this was a first. “Ozzy, have you seen this show?” someone asks. “Never, never, neither have I,” he admits. To help navigate this mix of nostalgia and chaos, comedian Amy Miller joins the crew. “We had discussed about having a therapist facilitate this… we decided that might be too serious and we went the comedian route,” Amy jokes, setting the tone for an hour of laughter, cringing, and reflection.

Reality TV Before Reality TV Was Cool

Back in 2002, The Osbournes redefined reality TV. Sharon recalls how the show “kind of happened on its own,” explaining that MTV initially approached them after seeing the success of their Cribs episode. “It’s kind of like a diary… just paid for by MTV,” she says. Ozzy chimes in with his usual wit: “People would come up to me and go, ‘Who writes your script?’ I’d go, ‘God.’”
Jack admits the show’s wild success shocked them all. “We didn’t understand what the ratings meant… someone said it’s like 10 Thrillers,” he recalls, referring to Michael Jackson’s iconic album.

Behind-the-Scenes Chaos

The episode shows all the familiar mayhem: Jack walking around in army gear, Kelly’s bold hair, and Ozzy’s constant confusion with high-tech remotes. “Why can’t I get a normal TV, man? I press one button, and the shower starts,” Ozzy jokes. Sharon laughs about their famously gothic yet floral décor, calling it “like a beautiful cemetery.” The family’s banter is as unfiltered as ever. “Kelly goes, ‘You guys are so violent,’ and we both told her to shut up,” Jack recalls with a grin.

Fame, Family, and Fun Memories

As they rewatch, the Osbournes reflect on how the show changed their lives. “It gave me a life I could only dream of,” Ozzy says. “Rock and roll success was one thing, but that success was off the radar.” Kelly notes how strange it feels to see herself so young, while Jack jokes about peaking at 15. Despite the chaos, they all agree the experience was worth it.
Sharon sums it up best:

“It’s hilarious. It brings back a lot of memories. Besides, I’ve never seen it before—that’s so fun to watch with you guys.”

A Farewell to the Prince of Darkness

Watching The Osbournes now feels even more poignant following the recent passing of Ozzy Osbourne at the age of 76, just weeks after his emotional farewell show in Birmingham. The “Prince of Darkness,” born in Birmingham, England, was more than a rock legend—he was a cultural icon who redefined heavy metal and reality television. His unique humor, warmth, and wild spirit shone as brightly in his home life as on stage.

As we revisit moments like these, we’re reminded of Ozzy’s unfiltered authenticity and his love for family. The world has lost a true original, but his voice, his music, and his larger-than-life personality will never fade. Rest easy, Ozzy—you gave us more than music; you gave us yourself.