On February 1, 2026, the 68th Annual Grammy Awards delivered one of its most unforgettable moments: an all-star live tribute to rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, embodied in a fiery performance of Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs.” What usually is a solemn In Memoriam segment transformed into a full-on rock spectacle — complete with blazing energy, iconic musicians, and emotional reactions from Ozzy’s family.
Ozzy Osbourne — the “Prince of Darkness” and a pioneer of heavy metal — passed away in July 2025 at age 76, leaving behind a legacy that defined generations of rock music. Rather than opting for a typical ballad or quiet tribute, the Grammys chose to honor him in a way that reflected his raw, rebellious spirit: with a blistering live rendition of “War Pigs,” Black Sabbath’s anti-war anthem and one of metal’s most iconic tracks.
The performance kicked off during the In Memoriam sequence, with screens flickering behind the band displaying images of Ozzy and other late music icons, before exploding into a full-throttle rock moment.
As the performance blazed on, cameras cut to Sharon Osbourne, Kelly Osbourne, Jack Osbourne, and other family members in the audience, many visibly moved to tears. Watching loved ones and peers honor Ozzy in such a passionate and loud way brought both joy and catharsis to those closest to him.
Sharon Osbourne later took to social media to praise the moment as more than a performance — a historic celebration of rock’s enduring heartbeat — and confirmed that her late husband’s presence was “definitely in the building.”
