Rod Stewart’s AI Ozzy Tribute with Dead Stars Divides Fans
UNITED STATES, AUG 3 – Rod Stewart's AI tribute featuring Ozzy Osbourne with 14 deceased music legends sparked criticism for its unsettling imagery, shown during his 'One Last Time' US tour concerts.
- Rod Stewart played an AI-generated video showing Ozzy Osbourne taking selfies with deceased music legends during his August 1 concert near Atlanta, Georgia.
- The tribute followed Osbourne's death on July 22 at age 76 and occurred amid ongoing grief and strong reactions from fans and Osbourne's family.
- The AI visuals featured Osbourne alongside artists like Prince, Tina Turner, Kurt Cobain, and controversial figures such as Michael Jackson, projected behind Stewart as he performed.
- Concertgoers and commentators described the video as disrespectful and cringe-worthy, with Stewart having initially posted, "Bye, bye Ozzy. I'll see you up there later rather than sooner."
- The event highlighted rising controversy over AI use with deceased celebrities, leaving fans divided and suggesting that such tributes may be premature or poorly received.
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