Post Malone, Andrew Watt, Chad Smith of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Duff McKagan and Slash of Guns N’ Roses delivered a fiery tribute to the late “Prince of Darkness,” Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away in July 2025 at the age of 76, during the 2026 GRAMMYs. The all-star lineup performed a high-octane medley of one of Black Sabbath’s biggest hits that left the audience on their feet.
The performance featured an epic cover of Black Sabbath’s iconic song, “War Pigs,” as flames erupted across the stage. Behind the performers, a video montage showcased photos of Ozzy throughout his legendary career, adding a poignant backdrop to the spectacle.
Front-row cameras captured Sharon Osbourne and two of her children, Jack and Kelly Osbourne, visibly emotional as they wiped away tears while watching the tribute. Meanwhile, Watt and Slash shredded on guitars as Post Malone brought his signature vocal style to the classic rock anthem.
The tribute also honored other rock icons who have passed, including Ace Frehley of KISS, Rick Ferringer, Chris Jasper, Roy Thomas Baker, Brian James of The Damned, Irv Gotti, Clem Burke, Anthony Jackson, and Michael “5000” Watts.
The performance concluded with a standing ovation from the star-studded audience, including the Osbourne family, cementing a heartfelt moment that celebrated Ozzy’s enduring influence on rock music.
Ozzy Osbourne passed away on Tuesday, July 22, at Harefield Hospital in London from “out of hospital cardiac arrest” and “acute myocardial infarction,” with coronary artery disease and Parkinson’s disease with autonomic dysfunction listed as “joint causes,” according to a death certificate obtained by People. The Rock And Roll Hall of Famer was 76 years old at the time of death.
Ozzy’s wife Sharon and their children Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis first revealed that he had died in a collective statement on the “Mama I’m Coming Home” singer’s social media accounts. “It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time,” a statement read, signed by his wife and children.
The news of Ozzy Osbourne’s death came just over two weeks after the rock ’n’ roll icon performed his final show, Back To The Beginning, on July 5 at Villa Park in Aston, Birmingham, England, the same place where Black Sabbath was formed in 1968.
The 2026 GRAMMYs also featured unforgettable performances from Bruno Mars, Addison Rae, Alex Warren, Andrew Watt, Brandy Clark, Chad Smith, Clipse, Duff McKagan, Justin Bieber, KATSEYE, Lady Gaga, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Lukas Nelson, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Olivia Dean, Pharrell Williams, Post Malone, Reba McEntire, ROSÉ, Sabrina Carpenter, Slash, SOMBR, The Marías, Tyler, The Creator, and more.
Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, and Lukas Nelson paid tribute to those we lost over the past year during the In Memoriam segment, while Ms. Lauryn Hill honored the late Roberta Flack and D’Angelo with a special performance.
Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, SOMBR, and The Marías also took the stage for a special Best New Artist showcase performance.
A star-studded lineup of presenters graced the stage during “Music’s Biggest Night,” including Carole King, Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Doechii, Harry Styles, Jeff Goldblum, KAROL G, Lainey Wilson, Marcello Hernández, Nikki Glaser, Q-Tip, Queen Latifah, and Teyana Taylor.
Hosted by Trevor Noah, the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards aired live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 1, at 8/7c on CBS. Produced by Fulwell 73 Productions for the Recording Academy, the event was also available to stream live and on-demand via Paramount+.
