Ozzy Osbourne’s legacy is set to live on at the upcoming 2026 Grammy Awards, with his protégé Yungblud being nominated for his live performance at Ozzy’s final concert
Ozzy Osbourne’s influence lives on, with the late music legend’s concert receiving recognition at the upcoming 2026 Grammy Awards. The rock legend passed away aged 76 last July, leaving behind his wife Sharon Osbourne, 73, along with his children and legions of devoted fans worldwide.
Now, a performance from his final concert has received a Grammy nomination for Best Rock Performance. The Prince of Darkness’ 28 year old protégé Yungblud earned a nomination alongside Nuno Bettencourt, Frank Bello, Adam Wakeman and II for their rendition of Changes at the Back to Beginning concert shortly before Ozzy’s death.
Yungblud has consistently spoken candidly about Ozzy’s profound impact on him and his musical approach. The Zombie singer delivered a remarkable homage to the late rock icon at the 2025 VMAs, putting on a dynamic show that would have earned Ozzy’s seal of approval.
Meanwhile, Ozzy’s family played a large role in announcing the Grammy nominations yesterday. Ozzy’s wife Sharon and their kids Kelly and Jack presented the nominees for Best Rock Album and Best Metal Performance while paying tribute to the late icon.
Sharon began: “Hello, we are the Osbournes and music has always been the centre of our lives. Today we are so proud to be presenting Ozzy.
“I remember how thrilled he was to be nominated in for Best Rock Album for his last album, Patient Number 9. He was truly honoured when he won.”
Kelly added: “It warms out hearts to pay tribute to our dad and announce the Grammy nominees.” While Jack explained: “Our dad won Grammys in both of these categories so they are particularly special to us.”
Following his passing, Yungblud posted an emotional tribute to Ozzy on Instagram, accompanied by two monochrome photographs of the pair together.
“I didn’t think you would leave so soon the last time we met you were so full of life and your laugh filled up the room,” Yungblud wrote.
“But as it is written with legends, they seem to know the things that we don’t. I will never forget you – you will be in every single note I sing and with me every single time I walk on stage. Your cross around my neck is the most precious thing I own,” reports the Mirror US.
He added: “You asked me once if there was anything you could do for me and as I said then and as I will say now for all of us the music was enough. You took us on your adventure – an adventure that started it all. I am truly heartbroken. You were the greatest of all time.”
The Black Sabbath frontman died at his Buckinghamshire home, which is understood to have been his “final chapter” following years residing in the United States.
The Osbourne family released a statement regarding the heavy metal legend’s death this summer: “It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.”
Ozzy is expected to feature in the In Memoriam segment of the 2026 Grammys.
Source: Mirror
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