Jack Osbourne and his wife, Aree Gearhart, have welcomed a baby daughter and named her Ozzy Matilda Osbourne — a direct tribute to his late father, rock icon Ozzy Osbourne. The arrival and name matter not just to the family but to fans who have watched the Osbourne clan remain in the public eye through grief and celebration.
What happened — the announcement and the name
On March 12 the couple shared the news on Instagram, captioning a black-and-white photo and video, “Introducing Ozzy Matilda Osbourne.” A small card in the post gives the newborn’s birth date as March 5. The clip and images showed the infant asleep next to a stuffed bat — a nod to the famous (and infamous) stage moment associated with Ozzy Osbourne.
Who’s in the family now
Jack Osbourne, 40, and Aree Gearhart, whom he married in 2023, are already parents to daughter Maple Artemis, born in July 2022. Baby Ozzy is Jack’s fifth child overall; he has three older children with his ex-wife Lisa Stelly.
Why the name matters now
Ozzy Osbourne died in July 2025 at age 76. The choice to give the newborn his name has been read by fans and media as a personal tribute and part of the family’s public way of remembering the rock star. Jack previously said that his father knew he was going to be a grandfather again before his death and described the growing family as a source of healing: “I think it’s been partly a healthy distraction, partly healing — partly kind of in that ‘full cycle’ category, in a weird way.”
Public tributes and the Osbourne spotlight
Ozzy’s passing has been marked by high-profile tributes across awards season. Performances at the Grammys and Brit Awards — featuring major artists and members of Ozzy’s musical circle — placed the family at the center of public remembrance, with Sharon and Kelly Osbourne appearing at several events to honor him.
Fan and industry reaction
The Instagram announcement drew attention for its tender imagery and the direct link to Ozzy’s legacy. Fans noted the stuffed bat and the name as symbolic touches that tie the newborn to her grandfather’s life and mythos.
What’s next
The family has not announced public plans tied to the newborn. Jack remains a familiar face on reality and documentary television and appeared on I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here! in November 2025. For now, the Osbournes appear focused on family updates shared via social media as they navigate life after Ozzy’s death.
Quick facts
- Baby name: Ozzy Matilda Osbourne
- Birth date: March 5 (announced March 12)
- Parents: Jack Osbourne and Aree Gearhart
- Jack’s children: five daughters total