Sharon Osbourne Recalls Almost Overdosing Due To Ozzy's Infidelities

Sharon Osbourne is opening up about her rollercoaster ride of a relationship with rock star husband, Ozzy Osbourne, offering a raw and honest look at the infidelity that nearly led her to overdose. 

From this year's shocking confession to a revelation back in 2017, their 40-year marriage has weathered quite a lot, all while remaining one of the most enduring partnerships in showbiz.

The 71-year-old unraveled the painful details of her husband's infidelity with a hairdresser named Michelle Pugh. This discovery led to a brief separation between the iconic couple, who had been married since 1982.

The Black Sabbath rocker had maintained a secretive relationship with the woman in question between 2012 and 2016. The trauma of this discovery led Sharon to announce their separation on her talk show publicly, "The Talk," in 2016, expressing her pain and gratitude for the support from her fans.

The revelation unfolded during Sharon's "Cut The Cr—" tour in London, where she delved deeper into the tumultuous period joined by her friend Jane Moore. On stage, the mother-of-four expressed the emotional toll of discovering the affair, stating:

"He always, always had groupies, and I was so used to that. But when he knows the person's name, where they live and where they work... it is a whole different thing as you are emotionally invested."

The TV personality then confessed about the extreme measure she took in response to the emotional turmoil, saying, "I took, I don't know how many pills." Reflecting on the challenging moment in her life, Sharon shared how overwhelmed and devastated she felt. She further explained:

"I just thought, 'My kids are older, they are fine and can take care of themselves.' So, I took an overdose and locked myself in the bedroom. The maid tried to come in to clean the room and saw me."

This revelation echoed the earlier claims in 2017 when she disclosed in an interview with People magazine that there were multiple women involved in his affairs.

The reality TV star opened up about the tumultuous period in their marriage, stating, "There wasn't just one woman; there were six of them." She listed the women involved: "Some Russian teenager, then a masseuse in England, our masseuse [in the U.S.], and then our cook."

The "Extreme" author vividly depicted the extent of Ozzy's indiscretions, emphasizing that the women were spread across different countries. She humorously added, "Basically, if you're a women giving Ozzy either a back rub or a trolley of food, God help you."

Despite the challenges, the Osbournes reconciled in September 2016 after their split in May of the same year. Their commitment to each other was symbolically renewed with a heartfelt vow renewal ceremony in Las Vegas on Mother's Day.

Adding another layer to their enduring saga, "The Talk" alum delved into the intricacies of her long-term marriage to Ozzy. The music manager shared an interesting perspective on the secret to their successful union. She confessed:

"We're both oddballs. I might look quite normal, but normal is not a word I use often. We were two wild young people that found each other."

Acknowledging that their relationship had its share of challenges, Sharon emphasized the need for effort and acceptance in any partnership. "No relationship is easy; you must work at it. You get your ugly times, your bad times, and your horrific times. But if you love each other enough, you'll work through," she explained.

"The Celebrity Apprentice" former contestant also underscored the significance of acceptance in relationships, stating, "They'll never be what you want them to be. You have to accept them. There are good, and there are bad parts. If you love them enough, you'll accept it and realize that you can't change it."

Sharon believed that maintaining a facade would inevitably be discovered, and her family's rawness resonated with people who appreciated their candid approach. In her words:

"We're basically like everybody else, and we don't pretend to be something we're not. I think it's essential to know who and what you are. We have a certain rawness that people like."