The MTV Video Music Awards have always been known for delivering some of the most shocking, electrifying, and talked-about performances in music history. This year was no different, as British rocker YUNGBLUD took the stage alongside members of Aerosmith for a performance that instantly became one of the night’s defining moments. And while fans and critics alike have been buzzing about the collaboration, one of the most unexpected voices to weigh in was none other than Sharon Osbourne.
Known for her sharp wit, unfiltered honesty, and decades-long influence in the rock and entertainment world, Sharon Osbourne has never been shy about speaking her mind. In the aftermath of the VMAs, she shared her thoughts on YUNGBLUD’s collaboration with the legendary rockers—and as expected, her take was as bold as the performance itself.
The show opened with YUNGBLUD strutting onto the stage, drenched in his trademark rebellious energy. Soon after, members of Aerosmith joined him, their unmistakable sound filling the arena with raw rock ‘n’ roll nostalgia. The performance blended YUNGBLUD’s punk-driven fire with Aerosmith’s classic swagger, creating a fusion of old-school rock and modern chaos. From Steven Tyler’s iconic wail to YUNGBLUD’s frantic, youthful passion, the collaboration felt both unpredictable and perfectly in sync.
Sharon Osbourne, a woman whose life has revolved around rock royalty through her marriage to Ozzy Osbourne, praised the performance as a much-needed shake-up for the awards show. “That was rock ‘n’ roll, pure and simple,” she remarked during a post-show interview. “YUNGBLUD is a madman in the best way, and seeing him hold his own with guys like Aerosmith was something special. It was like passing the torch, but also reminding everyone that this genre is alive, dangerous, and here to stay.”
However, Sharon didn’t stop at praise. True to form, she also threw in her trademark blunt honesty. “It wasn’t perfect,” she admitted. “There were moments where YUNGBLUD was almost too chaotic, but that’s who he is—and honestly, that’s what makes it exciting. Rock isn’t supposed to be polished. It’s supposed to make you feel something, and that’s exactly what happened.”
Social media lit up with Sharon’s comments, with fans applauding her for recognizing the importance of bridging generations of rock. Many agreed with her sentiment that the collaboration symbolized more than just a flashy performance—it was a statement about the ongoing evolution of rock music. By putting YUNGBLUD, one of the most outspoken young voices in the scene, side by side with Aerosmith, one of the greatest rock bands of all time, the VMAs captured the past and future of the genre in a single explosive moment.
Sharon also emphasized how vital it is for rock artists to keep pushing boundaries: “People say rock is dead, but nights like this prove it’s not. It just needs fearless performers like YUNGBLUD, and legends willing to share the stage with the next generation.”
In the end, Sharon’s words underscored what fans already knew—that YUNGBLUD’s VMA performance wasn’t just a spectacle, it was a landmark. With Aerosmith backing him up and Sharon Osbourne publicly praising him, YUNGBLUD solidified his place as one of the most important modern voices carrying the torch of rock into the future.
