Zakk Wylde shared Ozzy final message days after the rock icon’s passing, offering fans a touching glimpse into their personal connection. The longtime guitarist and friend of Osbourne revealed the final words they exchanged, sent shortly after Black Sabbath’s last concert.
The message, filled with warmth and appreciation, marked a powerful farewell between two music legends.
Zakk Wylde Reveals His Last Conversation With Ozzy Osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22 at the age of 76, leaving behind a monumental legacy. Among those deeply affected was Zakk Wylde, his musical partner of decades. Wylde had attended Black Sabbath’s final show on July 5 in Birmingham but didn’t meet Ozzy backstage due to the overwhelming crowd.
In an interview with Guitar World, Wylde explained:
“It was chaos backstage. I didn’t want to bother him. Then I got a message from Ozzy saying, ‘Zakky, sorry I missed you—it was nuts back there. Thanks for everything.’ We ended it like we always did, just saying, ‘Love you, buddy.’”
That final exchange now holds even more meaning for Wylde, who described Ozzy as more than a colleague. “He was like an older brother,” he said. “I could always go to him for advice.”
Osbourne’s Funeral and Zakk Wylde’s Personal Tribute
On July 30, thousands of fans gathered in Birmingham for Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral procession. A hearse carrying his casket, adorned with purple flowers spelling “OZZY,” made its way through the streets. His wife Sharon and daughter Kelly were seen grieving with the crowd.
While the world paid tribute publicly, Wylde’s final words with Osbourne highlighted the private side of the rock star. Their decades-long bond was built on creativity, loyalty, and brotherhood. “Playing with Oz always felt easy and natural,” Wylde recalled. “When music got too complicated, Oz would say—forget it. Keep it real.”
Zakk Wylde shares Ozzy final message as a symbol of that authenticity—a quiet, honest goodbye from one legend to another.