Ozzy Osbourne Honored with Star-Studded Tribute at MTV VMAs

New York, Sept. 7, 2025 - At the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards held Sunday at UBS Arena, a lineup of rock stars led a stirring tribute to late Ozzy Osbourne, nearly two months after his death, celebrating his legacy with a medley of his greatest hits.

Nut Graf The tribute, featuring performances by Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler and Joe Perry alongside Yungblud and Nuno Bettencourt, underscored Osbourne’s enduring impact on rock and metal culture and offered fans a poignant reminder of the “Prince of Darkness”’s influence on generations of musicians and music lovers.

Tribute Highlights

  • Crazy Train: Yungblud kicked off the medley shirtless, singing from the audience before sprinting to the stage as colorful lighting and stained-glass imagery set the gothic mood.
  • Changes: The artists transitioned into a heartfelt rendition complete with fireworks and a neon cross backdrop, symbolizing Osbourne’s spiritual and musical transformations.
  • Mama, I’m Coming Home: Tyler and Perry joined Yungblud on the catwalk for the closing number, delivering a powerful finale that drew a standing ovation.

Family and Fan Reactions Jack Osbourne appeared in an introductory video alongside his children, praising his father’s “unmatched spirit” and thanking viewers for their outpouring of love. Onstage, former Black Sabbath keyboardist Adam Wakeman honored his longtime collaborator with a moment of silence before the performance.

Legacy and Impact Osbourne, who passed away on July 22 at age 76, was celebrated for pioneering heavy metal with Black Sabbath and for a solo career marked by hits like “Crazy Train.” His battles with Parkinson’s disease and heart complications only deepened public admiration for his resilience and artistry.

What’s Next The music community continues to honor Osbourne’s memory with forthcoming releases and events, including a delayed BBC documentary whose new air date remains unannounced. Meanwhile, fans worldwide are reflecting on his decades-long contributions to rock music.