Kelly Osbourne Defends Dad Ozzy Against Dee Snider's Claims

A public feud has ignited between Dee Snider, frontman of Twisted Sister, and Kelly Osbourne, daughter of the late Ozzy Osbourne. The conflict began when Snider, on August 12, 2026, cast doubt on Ozzy's songwriting contributions to his solo work and Black Sabbath, implying his wife, Sharon, managed credits such that others' roles were downplayed. Snider specifically mentioned Lemmy's contributions to the 1991 album *No More Tears* and suggested bassist Bob Daisley wrote many lyrics.

Kelly Osbourne responded sharply via Instagram Stories around August 13, 2026, defending her father's legacy without initially naming Snider. She emphasized Ozzy's undeniable impact and the love he received from fans and collaborators. In a more direct follow-up, she criticized Snider for attacking her father posthumously, questioning his own career relevance and suggesting his comments were a bid for attention, noting his last major hit was over 40 years ago, around her birth year.

Snider attempted to de-escalate the situation on August 14, 2026, expressing love for Ozzy and Black Sabbath, stating his comments were related to his sensitivities as a songwriter regarding credit and royalties. Snider, who recently stepped down from Twisted Sister due to health issues, is 70 years old and has been open about his ongoing health struggles, including arthritis and heart problems.