Rod Stewart’s AI video of Ozzy Osbourne in heaven has elicited mixed reactions from fans and Netizens. During his July 29, 2025, show in Charlotte, North Carolina, the British singer and songwriter featured an AI-generated video of the late Black Sabbath member on the big screen.
The footage showed the Crazy Train hitmaker holding a selfie stick as he posed with other late singers. Some of the late musical legends featured in the special tribute included Michael Jackson, Prince, Tina Turner, Amy Winehouse, Tupac Shakur, Freddie Mercury, and Kurt Cobain.
Rod Stewart also reportedly commented on the late musicians shown on the screen.
“Very sad. A lot of those people died ’cause of drugs,"
The singer then reassured his audience that he was still with them:
I’m still here, though!"
Osbourne passed away on July 22, 2025, and tributes have continued to pour in from friends, acquaintances, and colleagues. Since he learned of Ozzy Osbourne’s death, Stewart has paid homage to the Prince of Darkness by dedicating the Forever Young song to him.
@PopBase shared the news of Rod Stewart’s AI video in honor of Ozzy Osbourne, and @svviflet tweeted in response:
“This is beyond disrespectful. Who told him it was a good idea? These people and their families would be disgusted.”
More fan reactions trail Rod Stewart’s AI video of Ozzy Osbourne
Some Netizens and music enthusiasts found the AI video to be a wrong move from the /singer:
“Still not sure how I feel about this AI trend, but everyone will do it now and can’t be stopped,” @Chewie_xo expressed.
“Can’t some things be left out? Everything must not happen in 2025,” @asianmommyamy added.
“Ozzy Osbourne taking selfies with Einstein, MJ, and Shakespeare in Al heaven... we're truly in the weirdest timeline. Imagine explaining this tribute to someone in 1995,’ @quicktechk replied.
Other Netizens seemed to think the video was wholesome, "artistic,” and “heartfelt.”:
“Rod Stewart's tribute to Ozzy with those Al visuals is next-level - mixing rock legends and some wild creativity! A heartfelt, unforgettable moment,” @mahorajput784 praised.
“That's such a creative and touching tribute. Using AI to imagine Ozzy with legends in heaven is both emotional and artistic.” @ankitbharosh added.
“His tribute turns the stage into a surreal reunion that was touching.” @SirTopiano stated.
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