Kelly Osbourne clarifies speculations about her parents, Ozzy and Sharon, allegedly having a 'suicide pact'
In a series of candid conversations over the years, the Osbourne family, led by iconic couple Sharon and Ozzy, have publicly discussed their plans for assisted suicide should they ever be afflicted by debilitating brain illnesses such as Alzheimer's or dementia.
The topic first surfaced on their podcast, The Osbournes, where Sharon reiterated her stance on the matter. She expressed her desire to avoid physical pain and opt for euthanasia if ever in a situation requiring it. Sharon's fear of suffering from dementia, like her father had, led her to reveal their plans to go to Switzerland, where euthanasia is legal, to die with dignity if either of them were afflicted by such conditions.
Ozzy, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 2003, echoed these sentiments. In a discussion on the podcast, he explicitly mentioned not wanting to live if paralyzed or heavily dependent on machines. This resonated with their children, who supported the plan.
Sharon's support for assisted suicide was further highlighted in her 2007 memoir, where she expressed her fear of losing physical functions and the prospect of a life spent in pain.
Recent rumors suggest that the Osbournes had a suicide pact, but their daughter, Kelly, has denied these claims, stating that her mother's comments about euthanasia were made to get attention.
The theme of the final live show Ozzy Osbourne performed earlier this month in Birmingham was about 'coming home' to his native city. The show reduced the Villa Park stadium to tears, marking a poignant moment in the life of the rock legend.
However, the topic of euthanasia has been a recurring theme in the Osbourne family's conversations, as previously discussed on their podcast. Ozzy's battle with Parkinson's has made the relevance of their pact even more apparent.
Despite the ongoing discussions, a video circulating on social media claiming to feature Ozzy admitting to knowing he doesn't have long left to live has been revealed to be AI-generated. Kelly Osbourne addressed this on her Instagram stories, stating that her father is not dying.
In summary, the Osbournes’ suicide pact was an assisted suicide plan intended to preserve dignity and avoid suffering from severe neurological decline, a topic they discussed publicly and with their family over many years. The family's openness about mental and physical suffering and their wishes not to prolong pain needlessly has been a hallmark of their conversations on this sensitive subject.
The Osbourne family, notably Sharon and Ozzy, have discussed their plans for assisted suicide publicly, with Sharon expressing her desire for euthanasia should she face dementia or other debilitating brain illnesses. Their discussions on this topic are prevalent in their podcast, books, and private conversations. Ozzy, diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease, echoes these sentiments, indicating his wish to avoid living with paralysis or heavy machine dependence. The family's intention is to preserve dignity and avoid prolonged suffering. Misconceptions about a suicide pact have arisen, but Kelly Osbourne has denied these claims. Recently, a fake video surfaced, claiming that Ozzy admitted to knowing his life was short, which Kelly has since debunked on her Instagram stories.
