Brittney Griner Showed True Character With Reaction To Ozzy Osbourne’s Death originally appeared on The Spun.
Brittney Griner was among the many in the sports world to react to the death of legendary rock star Ozzy Osbourne.
Osbourne, known as the front man for Black Sabbath, passed away this week. He was 76 years old. His family announced the news, just a couple of weeks after his final concert.
“It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love.We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis,” his family announced.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – MAY 22: Brittney Griner #42 of the Atlanta Dream looks on agaisnt the Indiana Fever during the third quarter at State Farm Arena on May 22, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)Paras Griffin/Getty Images
Griner, who is in her first season with the Atlanta Dream, took to social media to weigh in. She was clearly saddened by the death of the prominent rock star.
The former Baylor Bears star didn’t go with an Instagram Story or tweet, though. Instead, she decided to post a full Instagram photo in honor of the legendary rock star.
It’s clear that Osbourne meant a lot to Griner throughout her life.
“R.I.P TO THE GODFATHER OF HEAVY METAL!” she wrote.
It’s a classy move from Griner, who didn’t have to make a full social media post in response to Osbourne’s death. But clearly, she felt that it was important enough to do it.
Osbourne received tributes from many in the sports world – and the world as a whole.
His sister, Jean, detailed his final moments in an interview with The Mirror.
“It was upsetting because he could not stand up straight,” Jean, 85, told The Mirror. “But he was still our John, still cracking the jokes.”
Our thoughts continue to be with Ozzy Osbourne’s friends and family members following his death.
May the legendary rock star rest in peace.
Brittney Griner Showed True Character With Reaction To Ozzy Osbourne’s Death first appeared on The Spun on Jul 23, 2025
This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
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