Ozzy Osbourne Joke Lands Becky Lynch in Hot Water at WWE Birmingham Show: What Exactly Did She Say?

Published 08/26/2025, 8:17 AM EDT

Becky Lynch, the fiery Irish wrestler who reinvented herself as “The Man,” built her legacy on grit, defiance, and championship gold, rewriting what dominance looks like inside the squared circle. She has fought through injury, shattered records, and headlined WrestleMania with a swagger that few could match. Meanwhile, Ozzy Osbourne, the indomitable Prince of Darkness, carved his legend in heavy metal, from Black Sabbath to his blistering solo reign. Lynch recently made a remark about Osbourne, who recently passed away.

At the Birmingham WWE show, Becky Lynch cracked a joke about Ozzy Osbourne, leaving fans shocked and curious, with everyone asking: what exactly did she say that sparked the controversy?

Inside Becky Lynch’s controversial comment on Ozzy Osbourne

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

At the live WWE RAW event in Birmingham, Becky Lynch sparked outrage by saying, “The only good thing that came out of here died a month ago,” referring to Ozzy Osbourne. She added that Osbourne had the wisdom to move to Los Angeles and remarked, “I’d die too,” suggesting that living in Birmingham herself would have been unbearable. Her comments immediately drew backlash from the crowd and online fans, underlining the controversial nature of her remark.

Although Becky Lynch may not have intended to deeply offend the audience, her remarks highlighted her tendency to push boundaries as part of her wrestling persona. The backlash made it clear that joking about a city icon so soon after his passing was widely seen as disrespectful. Ozzy Osbourne had passed away on July 22nd, just two weeks after Black Sabbath’s farewell charity concert at Villa Park in Birmingham, which featured legendary acts including Metallica, Slayer, and Guns N’ Roses. Though Lynch’s remarks sparked outrage, Osbourne’s son has recently made a gesture that won widespread admiration.

Is The Black Sabbath Final Show Streaming on Netflix? Where, When, and How to Watch Ozzy Osbourne's Concert Live?

A month after Ozzy Osbourne’s passing, his son Jack Osbourne honored the Black Sabbath legend with a heartfelt, understated tribute, offering fans a glimpse of the singer’s lasting impact and his family’s love.

Jack Osbourne pays heartfelt tribute to father Ozzy Osbourne

Jack Osbourne was seen running errands at a Walgreens in Los Angeles on Friday, August 22, first captured by PEOPLE, drawing attention for his understated tribute to his late father, Ozzy Osbourne. The 39-year-old wore a Black Sabbath T-shirt, quietly honoring the legendary rock band his father co-founded in 1968. He paired it with black shorts, grey sneakers, a baseball cap, and sleek sunglasses, keeping his look casual yet stylish, blending everyday errands with a subtle, meaningful homage to his father’s enduring legacy.

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

Ozzy Osbourne, passed away at the age of 76, surrounded by his family, including his wife Sharon Osbourne and their children Jack Joseph Osbourne, Aimee Rachel Osbourne, Kelly Michelle Osbourne, Jessica Osbourne, Louis Osbourne, and Elliot Osbourne. A funeral procession took place in Birmingham, England, on July 30, not far from where he delivered his final Black Sabbath performance weeks earlier. Following his death, his music surged on the charts as fans celebrated his legacy. Osbourne, 39, continues to honor his father, and admirers reject tasteless jokes proving Osbourne’s legacy remains enduring and widely cherished.

“True superstar”: Ozzy Osbourne’s Resurfaced Taylor Swift Comments Prove the Visionary Saw Brilliance, Back in 2014

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

What do you think about Becky Lynch’s latest remark about Ozzy Osbourne? Let us know in the comments below.

SHARE THIS ARTICLE :

ADVERTISEMENT

Yusra Miraj Khan

898 articles

Yusra Miraj Khan is an Entertainment Journalist at Netflix Junkie. Specializing in Taylor Swift and the British Royal Family, she transforms modern mythologies into high-ranking, reader-first narratives. Since joining in early 2025, Khan has penned over 500 articles, known for their sharp decoding of Easter eggs and PR silences.

Edited By: Itti Mahajan

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

EDITORS' PICK