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SHARON’S SHUTDOWN: Sharon Osbourne Battles To Strip Late Husband Ozzy’s Accountant As Will Executor

The music manager is taking legal action to reshape the Prince of Darkness's estate following his passing.

By Rae MitchellPublished Updated 2 min read

Sharon Osbourne is stepping up to make major changes to the financial future of her late husband's estate. The television personality and music manager has officially petitioned a court to remove the financial accountant designated as an executor of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne's last will and testament, according to recent reports. The legal push arrives following the loss of the legendary Black Sabbath frontman. Ozzy passed away at age 76 on July 22, 2025, after suffering a fatal heart attack. Now, his widow is asserting control over the formal administration of his legal affairs by seeking to strip the financial advisor of their authoritative role in overseeing the estate.

Why is Sharon Osbourne removing Ozzy Osbourne accountant In high-value celebrity estates, the executor carries immense power over intellectual property, catalog rights, image licensing, and physical assets. By requesting the immediate dismissal of the accountant from the executor position, Sharon is taking direct action to reshape how her late husband's final wishes and wealth are handled. Reports indicate that Sharon's petition targets the professional hired to help manage the rock star’s complex financial infrastructure. For over four decades, Sharon served not just as Ozzy’s wife, but also as his primary manager and fierce protector in the entertainment industry. Her decision to sideline the financial accountant underscores her intention to maintain tight personal control over the late singer's vast legacy.

When did Ozzy Osbourne die

The music community was rocked on July 22, 2025, when news broke that the iconic singer had passed away at 76 years old due to a heart attack. Ozzy's enduring career transformed him from a pioneering heavy metal frontman into a beloved global reality TV star, leaving behind an extraordinary pop-culture footprint and an extensive financial portfolio. As legal filings progress through the judicial system, the petition to modify the estate's leadership marks a critical post-mortem development for the family. The court will ultimately determine whether to grant Sharon's request to clear the financial accountant from executor duties as the estate continues through the probate process.

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Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne and a picture of Colin Newman
The former reality star issued a claim against Newman (pictured here) under a law used to remove or replace estate representatives.
For now, it is unclear what Sharon’s reasoning is or if Newman is contesting the application.
Sharon, along with the two other executors, wants Newman removed from administering Ozzy’s estimated $100 million fortune. (Pictured: Ozzy and Sharon in 2015.)
Newman has been the couple’s accountant since before they married in 1982 and previously worked for Sharon’s father. (Pictured: Ozzy and Sharon in 2020.)
Newman also had a close, personal friendship with the Black Sabbath frontman (seen in 2011).

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Why is Sharon Osbourne taking Ozzy Osbourne's accountant to court?
Sharon Osbourne has formally requested that a judge remove Ozzy's accountant from serving as an executor of his last will and testament.
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Ozzy Osbourne passed away on July 22, 2025, at the age of 76 after suffering a heart attack.