Kelly Osbourne: Grieving hurts more than body shaming

Kelly Osbourne has spoken out about the difficult experience of facing criticism for her weight loss while mourning the death of her father, Ozzy Osbourne, in July 2025. Osbourne, 41, shared in an interview that she was "not well" and unable to process the harsh comments about her appearance during that deeply challenging time.

She noted that grief can lead to the loss of friendships, as people often struggle to handle such situations. However, Osbourne highlighted that those who remained by her side were genuine and supportive. She described this period as the hardest year of her life.

Osbourne is now focusing on her recovery, stating that her health will "not be fixed in a day" and requires a gradual approach. She believes that addressing mental health is paramount, explaining that therapy has been crucial in understanding herself and the impact of childhood experiences on her behavior. This recovery is viewed as a significant, ongoing commitment.

Her appearance at the BRIT Awards in February 2026, alongside her mother Sharon Osbourne, to accept a posthumous award for Ozzy Osbourne, brought her weight loss under intense public scrutiny. Osbourne previously addressed body shamers on Instagram, calling their actions cruel and lacking compassion.

She has been open about her past weight loss methods, including using Ozempic and undergoing gastric sleeve surgery in 2018. She also gained weight after welcoming her son, Sidney, in 2022. Osbourne is now dedicated to a slow, deliberate process of healing, starting with her mental well-being.