From rebellious rock manager to outspoken TV personality, Sharon Osbourne has spent more than five decades carving out her own path in the world of entertainment. Born Sharon Rachel Levy on October 9, 1952, in Brixton, London, she grew up as the daughter of infamous music manager Don Arden – but she quickly became a formidable force in her own right.
Sharon’s life changed course when she began managing Ozzy Osbourne’s solo career after he was fired from Black Sabbath in 1979. In a music industry dominated by men, she wasn’t just a supportive partner; she was the mastermind behind Ozzy’s comeback, making bold business moves and refusing to back down. Her determination helped turn Ozzy into a heavy metal icon, and she built a reputation for fierce loyalty and savvy negotiation.
It wasn’t long before Sharon stepped into the spotlight herself. When MTV launched “The Osbournes” in 2002, audiences around the world got a glimpse of her quick wit, sharp tongue, and no-nonsense attitude as she tried to keep her chaotic family on track. The success of the show brought Sharon wider fame and opened the door to new opportunities – she became a judge on “The X Factor” and “America’s Got Talent,” and spent many years sharing her outspoken views on “The Talk.”
Behind the headlines and the television cameras is Sharon’s enduring partnership with Ozzy. They married on July 4, 1982, and their relationship has survived addiction, infidelity, health scares, and relentless public scrutiny. It hasn’t always been easy – there have been breakups, reconciliations, and public confessions of pain – but somehow, they’ve found ways to reconnect and keep moving forward as a couple.
Long before marriage, Sharon had her own adventures. In a candid moment on “The Talk” in 2013, she mentioned that she briefly dated Jay Leno in the late 1970s. When she talked about it, she laughed off the fling as fond teenage mischief rather than anything serious.
Over the years, rumors have circulated about Sharon’s relationships, particularly with guitarist Randy Rhoads, who played in Ozzy’s band and died tragically in 1982. Sharon has always insisted they were close only as friends and colleagues, and those who knew them confirm their connection was purely professional.
Sharon’s honesty about the ups and downs of her marriage is a big part of her appeal. Looking back on Ozzy’s high-profile affairs, she told The Telegraph in 2018, “I was a different person back then. I wouldn’t have put up with what I put up with now.” It’s a simple admission, but it says a lot about how much she’s changed – and how much she values her own self-worth.
Family is at the heart of Sharon’s world. She and Ozzy have three children: Aimee, Kelly, and Jack. While some celebrity couples lead separate lives, the Osbournes have always tried to stay close-knit, splitting their time between homes in Los Angeles and Buckinghamshire, England.
In recent years, Sharon has faced new challenges as Ozzy deals with Parkinson’s disease, diagnosed in 2019. Despite persistent rumors and false reports about Ozzy’s health, Sharon remains fiercely loyal, supporting him through good days and bad.
Past Relationships
Randy Rhoads
Ozzy Osbourne
Jay Leno
After all their years together, Sharon summed up the heart of their relationship in an interview with The Independent: “We’ve grown up together, made mistakes together, and somehow found our way back to each other every time.” It’s not your typical rock and roll love story – but that’s what makes Sharon Osbourne’s journey so remarkable.