Kelly Osbourne slams Becky Lynch after death jab about Ozzy Osbourne during WWE Raw
Kelly Osbourne has condemned Becky Lynch for an insensitive joke about her late father, Ozzy Osbourne, during WWE Monday Night Raw in Birmingham, England. The exchange took place as Nikki Bella challenged Lynch to a match inside the BP Pulse Live arena, with Lynch making a remark that referenced Ozzy and Birmingham.
During the segment, Lynch quipped, “I am not wrestling in Birmingham,” adding, “The only good thing that came out of here died a month ago.” After the audience gasped, she followed up with a slam at Ozzy, saying he had “the good sense to move to LA” and that if she lived in Birmingham, she’d die too.
In response, Kelly Osbourne took to Instagram Stories on Tuesday to call Lynch a “disrespectful dirtbag.” She added, “Birmingham would not piss on you if you were on fire. #birminghamforever,” while noting she mistakenly tagged a fan page instead of Lynch’s official account. Kelly also criticized WWE for allowing such remarks about her father and his hometown.
The controversy drew backlash from fans, with comments directing outrage at Lynch, including sentiments like, “Bro becky did not just say that,” and “Shouldn’t have mentioned Ozzy like that.” Some fans said the joke would change how they view Lynch.
Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22 at age 76 after a battle with multiple health issues, including cardiac arrest, acute myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease, and Parkinson’s disease. He was laid to rest near his Buckinghamshire home on July 31 in a private ceremony attended by family and members of the music industry. A day earlier, a funeral procession wound through Birmingham, drawing numerous fans and family members.
Kelly, her mother Sharon, and siblings Jack, Aimee, and Louis attended the farewell, all dressed in black. Kelly wore round wire-rimmed sunglasses as a nod to one of Ozzy’s signature looks. Following her father’s death, Kelly shared a heartfelt Instagram post thanking fans for supporting the family during a “hardest moment of my life,” describing grief as something that comes in waves and saying she would not be okay for a while, but the family’s love and legacy would help them through.
What this shows
– The Osbourne family continues to navigate public grief in the spotlight, with Kelly using social media to defend her father’s memory and his hometown.
– The moment underscores ongoing sensitivities around jokes about deceased public figures and the impact such remarks can have on families and fans.
– There has been no public comment from Lynch or WWE representatives cited in the reporting, as the conversation around the incident continues.
A note of perspective and value
– This incident highlights the power of public tributes and the lasting legacy of Ozzy Osbourne, whose influence extends beyond music into the broader pop culture conversation. The Osbourne family appears focused on honoring Ozzy’s memory and supporting one another through a difficult period, which can offer a hopeful example of resilience for fans facing loss.
Summary
– Becky Lynch faced backlash after a joke about Ozzy Osbourne during WWE Raw in Birmingham, prompting a sharp rebuke from Kelly Osbourne. Ozzy Osbourne’s death and private funeral earlier in the year have kept the family in the public eye, with supporters emphasizing respect for grief and legacy in the wake of the controversy.