Key Highlights
- Roger Waters of Pink Floyd criticized the late Black Sabbath singer Ozzy Osbourne in an interview.
- Ozzy Osbourne’s family, including his wife Sharon and children Kelly and Jack, reacted strongly to these comments on a podcast.
- Sharon Osbourne described Waters as “a sad, irrelevant, old, miserable human being.”
- This latest incident comes after David Gilmour of Pink Floyd also criticized Waters in February 2023.
The Controversy Erupts: Roger Waters’ Criticism of Ozzy Osbourne
During an interview with The Independent Ink earlier this year, Pink Floyd’s founding bass guitarist, Roger Waters, made a controversial statement about the late Black Sabbath singer, Ozzy Osbourne. Waters referred to Osbourne as “a sad, irrelevant, old, miserable human being.” This comment was not well-received by Osbourne’s family.
On a recent episode of The Osbournes Podcast, Sharon Osbourne, along with her children Kelly and Jack, addressed the comments made about their father. “That leaves me on to somebody who is not special, that is probably one of the most twisted, sick individuals I’ve come across in years,” Sharon said, emphasizing the intensity of her disagreement.
Jack Osbourne, who had previously criticized Waters on social media, added, “Hey @rogerwaters, fuck you. How pathetic and out of touch you’ve become. The only way you seem to get attention these days is by vomiting out bullshit in the press.” Jack’s response garnered significant press coverage for Waters, highlighting his continued relevance in the public eye.
Previous Incidents and Reactions
This was not the first time Waters faced criticism from Osbourne’s family. In February 2023, David Gilmour, Waters’ former bandmate, and his wife Polly Samson also criticized him harshly. Polly Samson tweeted that Waters was “anti-Semitic to the rotten core” and called him a “Putin apologist,” among other derogatory terms.
David Gilmour backed up his wife’s tweet, adding, “Every word demonstrably true.” These remarks further emphasized the tension between members of Pink Floyd and the Osbourne family. Gilmour’s comments also reinforced that Pink Floyd is unlikely to reunite any time soon, as he expressed no desire to collaborate with Waters again.
The Broader Context: A Long-standing Dispute
Both instances of criticism highlight a longstanding dispute between members of the rock music industry. Waters and Gilmour have had contentious relationships within Pink Floyd, often clashing over creative differences and public statements. The comments made about Osbourne further illustrate this rivalry in a more personal and public manner.
While these incidents may seem like isolated disputes, they reflect broader issues within the rock music community.
Personal feuds can sometimes overshadow professional collaborations and lead to public disagreements that affect both artists’ reputations and careers.
The latest outburst from the Osbourne family serves as a reminder of the volatile nature of celebrity relationships in the entertainment industry. As fans continue to follow these developments, it remains to be seen whether such public feuds will have lasting impacts on the careers and legacies of all involved.
