“Love You, Papa”: Lisa Stelly Shares Heartfelt Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne with Grandkids at the Center
As tributes pour in following Ozzy Osbourne’s passing at age 76, one of the most personal came from someone who knew him not just as a rock legend — but as “Papa.”
Lisa Stelly, the ex-wife of Jack Osbourne and mother of three of Ozzy’s grandchildren, shared a moving tribute on Instagram just days after his death. Stelly, 38, was married to Jack from 2012 to 2019 and together they share daughters Pearl (13), Andy (10), and Minnie (7).
In a series of touching photos and videos, Stelly gave fans a glimpse of Ozzy’s softer side — not as the Prince of Darkness, but as a doting grandfather. The carousel featured candid moments: Ozzy cradling one of his granddaughters on a private jet, lounging on the couch surrounded by little ones, carrying a giggling girl on his shoulders, and quietly enjoying family meals.
There was even a sweet clip of a curious cat climbing over Ozzy and a joyful moment of him and Sharon playing with one of their grandkids.
Set to Ozzy’s own 1995 ballad “See You on the Other Side,” the montage was shared via Stelly’s Instagram Stories with a simple yet profound message: “Love you, Papa.”
Ozzy’s family confirmed his passing on July 22, noting he was surrounded by loved ones in his final moments. The announcement, filled with grief, asked for privacy as they navigate the loss of their beloved patriarch.
Beyond his music, Ozzy’s true legacy lives on through his children and grandchildren. He and Sharon shared three children — Aimee (41), Kelly (40), and Jack (39). From his first marriage to Thelma Riley, he had two more — Louis and Jessica — and also helped raise Riley’s son, Elliot Kingsley.
While the public saw the Osbournes in all their chaotic charm during their iconic MTV reality show (which ran from 2002 to 2005), some moments remained beautifully private — like Ozzy painting at home, playing with his grandchildren, and showing unexpected gentleness in everyday life.
Lisa’s tribute offered fans a reminder of the Ozzy they rarely got to see: playful, affectionate, and present. It was echoed by stories Jack shared just weeks earlier during a special screening of The Nine Lives of Ozzy Osbourne in Birmingham.
Speaking to the crowd, Jack described his father as “funny, unique, and powerful,” adding: “His contribution to music is bigger than his faults. He is an incredible man.”
Ozzy performed for the final time the next day at Black Sabbath’s Back to the Beginning farewell concert, bringing his legendary journey full circle.
Jack also revealed a biopic about Ozzy’s life is in development, backed by Sony with a script already in place. “We’re not pulling any punches. It’s going to be raw,” he promised.
For now, as fans remember the legend on stage, Lisa Stelly’s quiet tribute brings it back home — to the man who held his granddaughter on a flight, painted with his kids, and always found time for a little magic in the everyday.
Ozzy was a rock god to the world. But to Lisa, to Jack, and to his grandchildren — he was just Papa. And he was deeply loved.
