Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, known as much for his wild antics as his trailblazing career with Black Sabbath and as a solo artist, recently made a startling revelation about his long-hidden history of drug use. In a candid interview, the “Prince of Darkness” opened up about the extent of his substance abuse during the peak of his fame, shedding light on his struggles with addiction, and how it shaped both his career and personal life.
### A Dark Past Resurfaced
In the interview, Osbourne admitted that while much of his history with drugs and alcohol has been well-documented, there were certain aspects he had kept hidden from even those closest to him. “People know the crazy stuff I’ve done,” Ozzy said. “But there were a lot of things I never talked about, a lot of drugs that people didn’t know I was using.”
Osbourne, now 75, reflected on his early days with Black Sabbath in the 1970s, when his descent into substance abuse began. “I wasn’t just a rock star; I was living like a man with a death wish,” he confessed. He detailed how his addictions went far beyond the typical rock-star image, delving into secretive and extreme behavior that was not widely known.
“I’d use anything I could get my hands on,” he said. “And I hid it from everyone — my bandmates, my family, even myself sometimes. I’d be on tour, high out of my mind, and somehow still be performing.”
### The Impact on His Career and Relationships
As Ozzy revealed, his hidden drug use was more destructive than anyone could have imagined. He spoke about how his dependence on drugs and alcohol led to numerous conflicts with his bandmates, particularly during the later years of Black Sabbath. While their music continued to evolve, Ozzy’s behavior became increasingly erratic, causing tension within the group. “I was spiraling out of control, and I didn’t even realize how much it was affecting everything around me. I was in a bubble,” he recalled.
The strain on his relationships didn’t stop with his bandmates. Osbourne shared how his hidden addictions severely impacted his family life. His wife, Sharon Osbourne, was often left to pick up the pieces. “Sharon saw the worst of it,” he admitted. “There were times when I thought she was going to leave me, and honestly, I wouldn’t have blamed her. I was out of my mind, and it wasn’t just the drugs, it was the lies, the hiding.”
Despite this, Osbourne credits Sharon with helping him through the darkest periods of his addiction. “Without her, I’d be dead. There’s no question about that.”
### A Road to Recovery
While Ozzy Osbourne’s history with substance abuse is hardly a secret — he’s been open in the past about his battles with addiction — these new confessions add a deeper layer to his struggles. The singer has been sober for several years now, but he admits that his journey to sobriety was far from easy. “It wasn’t like one day I just woke up and quit. It took years, and a lot of relapses. I wasn’t just addicted to the drugs; I was addicted to the chaos.”
Ozzy also discussed how his health issues in recent years have forced him to face the reality of his past actions. Diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2020, the rock icon has had to confront the physical toll his lifestyle has taken on his body. “I did a lot of damage to myself,” he said. “I’ve had surgeries, I’ve had health scares, and I know I’m not invincible. But I’m still here, and I’m still fighting.”
### A Cautionary Tale for a New Generation
As Osbourne reflects on his decades-long battle with drugs, he hopes his story can serve as a cautionary tale for younger generations, especially those entering the world of fame and rock ‘n’ roll. “The music industry has changed, but the dangers are still there,” he warned. “It’s easy to get caught up in the lifestyle, and before you know it, you’re lost.”
Now focusing on his health and spending more time with his family, Ozzy remains grateful for his second chance at life. “I’ve got no regrets,” he said. “But I don’t want anyone to go down the same road I did. It’s a dangerous one.”
Ozzy Osbourne’s latest revelation adds another chapter to his already legendary story, but it’s also a sobering reminder of the destructive power of addiction. As he continues his journey of recovery, he’s using his platform to speak out about the dangers of drug use — a powerful message from one of rock’s most enduring figures.
