Elton John, Who Turns 79, Responds to Message From Ozzy Osbourne's Widow
Elton John, Who Turns 79, Responds to Message From Ozzy Osbourne's Widow
Geca FloresThu, March 26, 2026 at 1:35 AM UTC
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Elton John is feeling all the love on his special day, especially after a heartfelt message from close friend Sharon Osbourne.
As the music icon marked his 79th birthday, the talk show host took a trip down memory lane by revisiting a fun moment with the “Cold Heart” hitmaker and the late Ozzy Osbourne.
In an Instagram update, the 73-year-old matriarch posted a notable clip from their reality show The Osbournes.
It was from an episode when Elton John visited the family to take the former The X Factor UK host and her daughter, Kelly Osbourne, on a shopping spree.
However, before that, the multiple Grammy Award winner surprised Ozzy Osbourne with an unexpected gift.
“You only wear yellow gold?” he asked the iconic Black Sabbath member and immediately handed him a white gold necklace.
Singer songwriters Ozzy Osbourne and Sir Elton John attend the 23rd Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party on February 22, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.Michael Kovac/Getty Images for EJAF (Michael Kovac/Getty Images for EJAF)
Ozzy Osbourne initially refused to accept the gift, thinking that it was a bit too much, but Elton John insisted.
“That’s your shopping trip present," the “Rocket Man” singer said, to which the late rock star replied, “No. You should not. I feel so bad.”
“Don’t be so stupid, you silly old bastard,” Elton John responded. Despite calling the present “so incredible,” Ozzy Osbourne admitted he felt “embarrassed” and even ran to his wife, expressing that he “can’t take” gifts like that.
“Happy Birthday to the most generous and thoughtful @eltonjohn,” the mother of two captioned her tribute, to which the 79-year-old birthday celebrant responded, saying, “Love you and your family, @sharonosbourne.”
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Apart from the special message to the singer-songwriter and pianist, fans also chimed in, sending their well-wishes to Elton John.
“Happy Birthday to the legendary Elton John , a true icon whose music has shaped generations. Your timeless songs and brilliance continue to inspire the world,” one wrote.
Others also praised the friendship between the two legendary musicians, noting, “This is such a beautiful moment, love you forever Ozzy and Elton, keep spreading the love.”
“Ozzy was so humble, but Elton wasn’t taking no for an answer. Love this episode on The Osbournes!” a commenter added.
“That ‘Don’t be so stupid, you silly old bastard’ couldn’t be said with more love,” an Instagram user pointed out.
Rock icon Elton John and Ozzy Osbourne developed a decades-long friendship that dated back to the 1970s. The duo also shared their fair share of experiences as survivors of rock’s hard-partying lifestyle.
In 2020, Ozzy Osbourne teamed up with him for the song “Ordinary Man.”
Following the death of the “Prince of Darkness” in July 2025, the “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” singer paid an emotional tribute, describing his longtime friend as a “true legend” and “one of the funniest people” he ever met.
Related: Ozzy Osbourne's Daughter Shares Pain Before First Birthday Without Her Dad
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