Jack Osbourne Names Daughter After Late Father Ozzy

The newest Osbourne was born on March 5, weighing 7 pounds, 12 ounces.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 9:04pm

Jack Osbourne, son of the late rocker Ozzy Osbourne, has announced that his newborn daughter has been named Ozzy Matilda Osbourne after his father. This is Osbourne's second child with his wife Aree Gearhart, following the birth of their first child Maple in July 2022. The original Ozzy Osbourne, the Black Sabbath frontman, passed away in July 2025 at the age of 76 following years of health challenges.

Why it matters

The Osbourne family has been open about their struggles with grief since losing the iconic rock star. The new baby has brought some joy to the family during this difficult time, with Jack Osbourne saying it has "taken energy out of the grieving side of things and parked in a bit more hopefulness."

The details

Jack Osbourne and his wife Aree Gearhart welcomed their second child, Ozzy Matilda Osbourne, on March 5, 2026. The newborn weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces. This comes after the couple's first child, Maple, was born in July 2022. The name choice honors the late Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away in July 2025 at the age of 76 after years of health issues.

  • Ozzy Osbourne, the Black Sabbath frontman, passed away in July 2025 at the age of 76.
  • Jack Osbourne's first child with Aree Gearhart, Maple, was born in July 2022.
  • Ozzy Matilda Osbourne was born on March 5, 2026.

The players

Jack Osbourne

The son of the late rock star Ozzy Osbourne, who has announced the birth of his second child named after his father.

Ozzy Osbourne

The legendary Black Sabbath frontman and father of Jack Osbourne, who passed away in July 2025 at the age of 76.

Aree Gearhart

Jack Osbourne's wife, with whom he has two children including the newborn Ozzy Matilda Osbourne.

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What they’re saying

“It's very much taken energy out of the grieving side of things and parked in a bit more hopefulness.”

— Jack Osbourne

The takeaway

The Osbourne family continues to navigate the loss of their patriarch, Ozzy Osbourne, but the arrival of his newest grandchild has brought some light during this difficult time. The decision to name the baby girl after the late rock icon is a touching tribute that honors his legacy and the family's enduring bond.