Becky Lynch Sparks Backlash for Ozzy Osbourne Joke on WWE Raw in Birmingham

During WWE's Monday Night Raw event in Birmingham, Becky Lynch sparked significant controversy by making a disrespectful comment about the late Ozzy Osbourne, stating that the only good thing to come from Birmingham had died recently and that Osbourne had the sense to move to Los Angeles. The remark, made just weeks after Osbourne's passing and during a promo buildup for her Women's Intercontinental Title match against Nikki Bella, triggered a strong backlash from fans and especially from Osbourne's daughter, Kelly Osbourne, who condemned Lynch on social media and criticized WWE for allowing such comments. Kelly expressed deep grief over her father's death and called Lynch a 'disrespectful dirtbag,' emphasizing the insult to both her father and his hometown. The incident has drawn widespread criticism toward WWE for permitting the use of a real-life tragedy in their entertainment narrative, with many fans supporting Kelly's stance. Despite the backlash, Lynch's segment ended with Nikki Bella retaining the Intercontinental Title. WWE's blending of fiction and real-life events continues to generate debate about ethical boundaries in sports entertainment.