The air crackled with fury as Sharon Osbourne unleashed a scathing critique of Roger Waters, the former creative force behind Pink Floyd. Her words weren’t measured; they were a raw, visceral reaction to Waters’ dismissive and, to her, deeply offensive comments following the recent passing of Ozzy Osbourne.
Waters had publicly derided Ozzy, labeling his life’s work as “idiocy and nonsense,” a statement that ignited immediate backlash. But it was the timing, so soon after Osbourne’s death, that particularly incensed the Osbourne family, prompting a fierce defense of their loved one’s legacy.
On their family podcast, Sharon didn’t hesitate. She described Waters as “probably one of the most sick individuals I’ve come across in years,” a condemnation delivered with unmistakable force. The depth of her disdain was startling, a testament to the pain caused by his words.
Her daughter, Kelly, offered a blunt assessment of her own, while Sharon swiftly countered, arguing that even harsh labels could fall short of capturing Waters’ character. She painted a vivid, unflattering picture, comparing his appearance to “Frankenstein” and dismissing him as utterly lacking in charisma.
Sharon’s critique extended beyond mere personality. She asserted Waters was profoundly “out of touch” and “irrelevant” in the modern world, suggesting his views resonated only with those harboring extremist ideologies. It was a damning indictment, a complete rejection of his perspective.
The feud isn’t new. Pink Floyd’s remaining members have long distanced themselves from Waters, embarking on separate tours and projects since 1985. Internal tensions have simmered for decades, but this latest outburst brought a deeply personal dimension to the long-standing rift.
Ozzy Osbourne’s death in July was met with an outpouring of grief and tributes from across the music industry, celebrating his groundbreaking influence. Waters’ response, however, felt like a deliberate attempt to diminish that legacy, a final, cutting remark.
Jack Osbourne, never one to shy away from confrontation, had already fired back, calling Waters “pathetic” and accusing him of seeking attention through negativity. He revealed his father had always held a similarly low opinion, a sentiment now clearly shared by the entire family.
Sharon even suggested Waters’ attack was motivated by her Jewish heritage, a claim that added another layer of complexity to the already volatile situation. While Waters has previously faced accusations of antisemitism, stemming from stage performances featuring imagery reminiscent of Nazi symbolism, he has consistently denied those claims.
Throughout the years, David Gilmour, another key member of Pink Floyd, has been consistently described as a gracious and warm individual, a stark contrast to the persona Sharon painted of Waters. The family’s defense of Ozzy wasn’t just about protecting his memory; it was about drawing a clear line between a musical icon and a figure they perceive as deeply flawed.
As of now, Waters has remained publicly silent in response to the Osbournes’ blistering critique, leaving the family’s powerful words to resonate unanswered.
