A towering tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne is set to be unveiled at Hellfest, one of Europe’s premier heavy metal festivals, this June. The six-meter-tall statue will serve as a lasting memorial to the “Prince of Darkness,” whose cultural impact extended far beyond music, influencing television and challenging societal norms. Sharon Osbourne, Ozzy’s widow and longtime manager, shared a first look at the sculpture during the MIDEM music industry conference in Cannes, France, calling it an “amazing piece of art.”
The unveiling will take place on June 18th, with the Osbourne family expected to be in attendance. This isn’t the first time Hellfest has honored a metal icon; in 2022, the festival debuted a statue of Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister. The new Ozzy Osbourne monument underscores the festival’s commitment to celebrating the legends of heavy metal and providing a physical space for fans to connect with their heroes.
“Oh, there he is. Look at him, a rock god,” Sharon Osbourne said, displaying images of the in-progress statue. “That is going to debut at Hellfest, and that is June 18th. And the whole family will be there to see it. And it’s such a great tribute. It’s amazing. So, I can only thank [Hellfest director] Ben [Barbaud]. Just bless you. It’s an amazing piece of art.”
Hellfest 2026, held in Clisson, France, will run from June 18 to June 21 and boasts a formidable lineup headlined by Bring Me The Horizon, Iron Maiden, Limp Bizkit, and The Offspring. The festival will also feature performances by Deep Purple, Sabaton, Volbeat, Bad Omens, Papa Roach, Architects, Megadeth, Alice Cooper, and The Hives, among many others. Tickets for the event are currently sold out, though resale options are available here.
The statue’s creation follows a period of immense loss for the music world, as Ozzy Osbourne passed away on July 22, 2025, following a heart attack. A private funeral was held on July 31, 2025, attended by over 100 close friends and family, including fellow musicians like Robert Trujillo of Metallica, Rob Zombie, Zakk Wylde, Marilyn Manson, and Corey Taylor of Slipknot.
Beyond the statue, Sharon Osbourne is also planning to take the “Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero” exhibition, which originally opened at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery in June 2025, on a global tour. The exhibition showcases Ozzy’s numerous accolades, including Grammy Awards, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame honors, and platinum and gold discs. The exhibition was extended until January 2026 following Ozzy’s death.
The announcement of the statue and the touring exhibition comes alongside news of the return of Ozzfest. Sharon Osbourne revealed plans to bring the festival back in 2027, beginning with a two-day event in Aston, Birmingham – Ozzy’s hometown – before expanding to the United States. She is seeking input from fans on potential U.S. Locations.
Ozzy Osbourne was also recently honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the BRIT Awards on February 28, accepted by Sharon and their daughter Kelly. Robbie Williams closed out the ceremony with a performance of Ozzy’s hit song “No More Tears,” backed by members of Ozzy’s longtime band: Adam Wakeman, Robert Trujillo, Tommy Clufetos, and Zakk Wylde.
As fans prepare to gather at Hellfest to witness the unveiling of this monumental statue, it serves as a powerful reminder of Ozzy Osbourne’s enduring legacy and his profound impact on the world of music and beyond. The statue’s debut marks not an finish, but a continuation of celebrating the life and artistry of a true rock icon.
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