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Unbreakable: My New Autobiography
Sharon Osbourne's life has always been an extreme rollercoaster ride. And despite her best efforts, the last few years have been the most dramatic and turbulent of all.
In her gripping new autobiography Sharon reveals the truth behind the headlines. There have been times of huge joy and pleasure - becoming a grandmother for the first time and seeing both Jack and Kelly come through testing times to find happiness and contentment at last.
But there has also been a lot of heartache. Sharon describes the shocking and unexpected battle to save her thirty-year marriage to Ozzy - and the devastating betrayal that lay behind their separation. She also lived through every mother's worst nightmare when Jack was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis - and writes movingly of her hopes and fears for her beloved son.
A tough but fair judge on the X Factor, Sharon is just as hard on herself. She is honest about the mistakes she has made - from misguided plastic surgery to her battles with her weight and body image.
Filled with laughter, tears and hard-won wisdom, Unbreakable is as funny, frank and fearless as Sharon herself.
In her gripping new autobiography Sharon reveals the truth behind the headlines. There have been times of huge joy and pleasure - becoming a grandmother for the first time and seeing both Jack and Kelly come through testing times to find happiness and contentment at last.
But there has also been a lot of heartache. Sharon describes the shocking and unexpected battle to save her thirty-year marriage to Ozzy - and the devastating betrayal that lay behind their separation. She also lived through every mother's worst nightmare when Jack was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis - and writes movingly of her hopes and fears for her beloved son.
A tough but fair judge on the X Factor, Sharon is just as hard on herself. She is honest about the mistakes she has made - from misguided plastic surgery to her battles with her weight and body image.
Filled with laughter, tears and hard-won wisdom, Unbreakable is as funny, frank and fearless as Sharon herself.
312 pages, Hardcover
First published October 10, 2013
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Sharon Osbourne
26 books94 followersSharon Rachel Osbourne (née Levy, previously Arden) is an English music manager and promoter, television personality and presenter.
She came into public prominence after appearing in The Osbournes, a reality television show that followed her family's daily life. Osbourne later became a judge on the talent shows The X Factor and America's Got Talent. Her autobiography, Extreme, has sold in excess of two million copies.
After the success of The Osbournes, hosting her own chat shows and securing advertising contracts, Osbourne was ranked as the 60th richest woman in Britain on the 2007 Sunday Times Rich List. Sharon and husband, Ozzy Osbourne, are currently ranked as the 724th richest people in Britain with an estimated joint wealth of £110 million. Sharon Osbourne previously revived Ozzy's metal career and she stands as the founder of Ozzfest.
She came into public prominence after appearing in The Osbournes, a reality television show that followed her family's daily life. Osbourne later became a judge on the talent shows The X Factor and America's Got Talent. Her autobiography, Extreme, has sold in excess of two million copies.
After the success of The Osbournes, hosting her own chat shows and securing advertising contracts, Osbourne was ranked as the 60th richest woman in Britain on the 2007 Sunday Times Rich List. Sharon and husband, Ozzy Osbourne, are currently ranked as the 724th richest people in Britain with an estimated joint wealth of £110 million. Sharon Osbourne previously revived Ozzy's metal career and she stands as the founder of Ozzfest.
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October 23, 2013
Having read Sharon's previous autobiographies I couldn't wait to read this one and it was just as good if not better than the previous ones. I love Sharon, although I haven't watched her on this year's X Factor as I stopped watching it a few years ago.
The book as you would expect from Sharon is very honest. I loved the chapter about Dannii after reading her story in her own autobiography. The best bit about the whole thing was Sharon telling Ozzy about Dannii and him replying that he didn't know Kylie Minogue had a brother!
She also speaks with honesty about her kids and Jack's MS diagnosis which led to her having to leave America's Got Talent because of a falling out with the network. But it is the chapters about her marriage with Ozzy that are the most fascinating. Where most people would've just given up after everything they have been through it really does seem that they can overcome everything. She also talks about her own addictions, from spending money to the many surgical operations she has needlessly put her body through.
Overall a must read for Sharon fans especially those who have read the previous ones. Emotional at times and very honest there are also plenty of funny moments and stories throughout the book and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. It ends with the impression that Sharon is taking herself out of the limelight to spend more time with Ozzy and her family but I doubt Mrs O can stay out of the limelight for too long.
The book as you would expect from Sharon is very honest. I loved the chapter about Dannii after reading her story in her own autobiography. The best bit about the whole thing was Sharon telling Ozzy about Dannii and him replying that he didn't know Kylie Minogue had a brother!
She also speaks with honesty about her kids and Jack's MS diagnosis which led to her having to leave America's Got Talent because of a falling out with the network. But it is the chapters about her marriage with Ozzy that are the most fascinating. Where most people would've just given up after everything they have been through it really does seem that they can overcome everything. She also talks about her own addictions, from spending money to the many surgical operations she has needlessly put her body through.
Overall a must read for Sharon fans especially those who have read the previous ones. Emotional at times and very honest there are also plenty of funny moments and stories throughout the book and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. It ends with the impression that Sharon is taking herself out of the limelight to spend more time with Ozzy and her family but I doubt Mrs O can stay out of the limelight for too long.
July 11, 2015
I haven't read any of Sharon's previous autobiographies, but I enjoyed this one. I don't imagine there are many people in the public eye who would write as honestly about their personal issues as Sharon does - chapters on her feelings during her unavoidably public mini-separation with Ozzy are heartfelt and tinged with great sadness. She writes about how they dealt with Jack's MS diagnosis as a family, how they coped when Kelly needed to go to rehab, and how she felt when she realised that after years of sobriety, Ozzy was using again. The book covers the period of time from Sharon's experience with Dannii Minogue on the X factor right up to this year when she appeared on the show for the tenth anniversary.
I'm not a huge fan of "The Osbournes" as a rule - but I have always had a soft spot for Sharon, and her wit and honesty. The chapter in particular about the year of her & Ozzy's 30th wedding anniversary is heartbreaking at times and I really felt for her. Sharon seems like an amazing friend to have, fighting her corner and standing up for what she believes in - but woe betide you should you cross her or her family!
I really enjoyed this book, it's not one I'm going to remember in six months time, but it was a nice filler in between more consuming reads.
I'm not a huge fan of "The Osbournes" as a rule - but I have always had a soft spot for Sharon, and her wit and honesty. The chapter in particular about the year of her & Ozzy's 30th wedding anniversary is heartbreaking at times and I really felt for her. Sharon seems like an amazing friend to have, fighting her corner and standing up for what she believes in - but woe betide you should you cross her or her family!
I really enjoyed this book, it's not one I'm going to remember in six months time, but it was a nice filler in between more consuming reads.
November 17, 2013
I smiled all through reading Sharon Osbournes new autobiography - Unbreakable. You think you know the stories, as so much about her family appears in todays popular press. I try to avoid the tabloids and trashy magazines, only picking them up to read in waiting rooms and the work tearoom, but maybe the websites are just as bad or worse at reporting on any bit of gossip from celebrity land, making us all familiar with tales of Sharon, Ozzy, Jack and Kelly. Those stories though come to you in bits and pieces, so it was nice to hear from Sharon herself about many of the stories reported in the press in the past year or so, Jacks diagnosis with MS, the birth of grand daughter Pearl, Sharons recent surgeries and of course the almost breakup of Sharon and Ozzys marriage.
For all the drama in her life, I can't help but admire the strong love that she has for her family and that even with all the issues of years ago, her kids seem to be quite normal now and settled now their wild years are behind them. Living with Ozzy sounds like a daily challenge, and not something I could handle, so good on her for sticking it out all these years.
For all the drama in her life, I can't help but admire the strong love that she has for her family and that even with all the issues of years ago, her kids seem to be quite normal now and settled now their wild years are behind them. Living with Ozzy sounds like a daily challenge, and not something I could handle, so good on her for sticking it out all these years.
April 20, 2015
I'm not a huge fan of Sharon Osbourne but I do respect how much she's achieved. A friend recommended this autobiography so I thought I'd give it a go. It was interesting to learn the ins and outs of the Osbourne family as I think we can all admit they are definitely a quirky 'interesting' family but I was exactly compelled to read on. For a start there was far too much time in the book devoted to how much she loves each of her many dogs. Actual chapters just about 1 specific dog! I like animals but a whole chapter on a dog wasn't exactly gripping life event chat for me.
If you like the Osbournes, X Factor and/or dogs then this is the book for you. If not I'd probably give this a pass. But then that's a pretty obvious statement re an Osbourne book. Let's sum it up by saying 'I've read worse'
If you like the Osbournes, X Factor and/or dogs then this is the book for you. If not I'd probably give this a pass. But then that's a pretty obvious statement re an Osbourne book. Let's sum it up by saying 'I've read worse'
October 14, 2013
I bought this book based on the fact of the Osbourne's marital problems this year however what I read was so much more. Sharon touches on various positive topics including her daughter Kelly's success on Dancing with The Stars after exiting rehab and most importantly becoming a grandmother for the first time with the birth of her grandaughter, Pearl, from her son Jack and his wife Lisa. Although her feud with Dannii Minogue never interested me it is discussed in the book as well as Sharon's return to X Factor this year in the UK for its tenth anniversary series.
I was surprised by how fast I read this book as I found it a good page turner. I haven't previously read any of Sharon's other autobiographies but after reading this one I'm tempted to give them a go.
I was surprised by how fast I read this book as I found it a good page turner. I haven't previously read any of Sharon's other autobiographies but after reading this one I'm tempted to give them a go.
May 10, 2014
Having read Sharon's previous autobiographies (Extream & Survivor) I couldn't wait to sink my eyes into the revealing pages of Sharon's latest heartaches, happiness and joy. Sharon Goes into deep detail about her separation from husband Ozzy, to becoming a grandmother, living every mothers worst nightmare when her son Jack was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, revealing the truth behind the the headlines. "Unbreakable" is told with heart, humor and wisdom. Sharon Osbourne once again proves the despite her rollarcoaster of a life, she is one strong woman, who has a big heart, but stays determined not to be screwed with. She tells it exactly how is it! A truly amazing read!
April 3, 2015
As a fan of Sharon anyway I found this book hilarious! Each chapter had a few lines that had me in complete stitches and it was easily envisioned. Describes her life up until this point in great detail and with a lot more personal info added than I expected her to add. The truth whether pretty or not! A worthwhile read if your a fan of Sharon and her work, and a book that will definitely have your cheeks sore from laughing.
August 1, 2014
Great read , loved it . This book written by Sharon truthfully about her life at home, her marriage to Ozzy and the problems , her children , and little pearl . And of course her dogs. The X factor , Americas got talent , the talk and other program's , the truth about her rifts with danni minogue , simon cowell and lady gaga. Shows what a strong amazing woman she is an understandably why the book is named unbreakable , very easy to read , and . was hard to put down .
August 24, 2014
It's unusual for me to be interested in this family since I didn't follow their reality show, nor listened to Black Sabbath. One thing is clear, they write great books! I was firstly introduced to Ozzy's memoir "I am Ozzy", to then pick up Sharon's "Extreme". Both were highly entertaining and showed us a family that was both dysfunctional but incredibly tight. Brutality honest, gutsy. Sharon, the matriarch with an Unbreakable spirit. Great read.
June 16, 2015
This is the second book I have read about Sharon Osbourne. This book continues her life since her last book. She has incredible highs and real lows. She and Ozzie almost got divorced, she worries about her chidren. Jack has multiple sclerosis. But she is happy she some grandchildren. She was judge on XFactor. She was very open and honest in this book.
February 5, 2014
Brilliant! Read the previous ones & loved this, heartwarming to hear a celebrity "come clean" about the troubles they have gone through! Hope she does slow down a bit & makes the most of her time with "pearly girl"!
December 4, 2013
I haven't read any of her installments of her autobiography but found this quite entertaining.
January 1, 2014
this was a great book I enjoyed reading this and I chuckled a few times it was great to learn things from her point of view
April 11, 2014
absolutely brilliant biography. I laughed, I cried. its the best biography of the series. such an honest and genuine person. love Geri YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK
January 24, 2014
I really liked this book. I adore Sharon for her strenght! I cried, I laughed and I loved it!
February 26, 2014
Love Sharon Osborne & her crazy life. She's been through some shit but she always comes out on top.
May 6, 2014
Absolutely fantastic. I've cried and I've laughed reading this book. Would definitely recommend this book to people.
January 22, 2014
Loved it!
November 1, 2014
AMAZING WOMAN AND A REALLY GOOD READ.
February 18, 2021
I’ve always loved Mrs O and, whilst this is perfectly acceptable celebrity guff, it’s not exactly the most thrilling part of her life. A marriage blip, the arrival of her granddaughter and revelations of family illness are all discussed, but there is no real juice and even less peril. I think the cash cow has been well and truly milked. I also don’t really want to hear the most outspoken woman in showbiz suddenly become all objective and start apologising for her runaway mouth and rationalising her bad behaviour. Where’s the fun in that? This is a bit too saccharine, a bit too sentimental and with age appropriate self reflection aplenty, just a bit too beige.
October 7, 2025
I hadn't seen Sharon in years until I saw her recently on Billy Corgan's podcast and decided to re-read her first two memoirs, EXTREME (2005) and SURVIVOR (2007). Both of them are great fun (though EXTREME is better), and I enjoyed reading them again. But I remembered I never got round to reading her third memoir, UNBREAKABLE (2013). Like the first two, I found this one very frank and very funny. Sharon is a great storyteller. I hope she will write a fourth now that Ozzy is gone.
July 15, 2020
Never a dull moment!
I enjoyed this book. I have read her first book, but non of the one's inbetween. I feel this a a fitting end to her story and it covers her marriage in more depth. Not an easy life with Ozzy, but I do think it's a marriage meant to last.
I enjoyed this book. I have read her first book, but non of the one's inbetween. I feel this a a fitting end to her story and it covers her marriage in more depth. Not an easy life with Ozzy, but I do think it's a marriage meant to last.
October 5, 2017
Another Fantastic book of Sharon Osbourne. Couldn't put it down
December 18, 2018
Another brilliant read from Sharon love this woman and everything she’s been through in her life
April 20, 2024
What a lovely little read! Never read an autobiography before but this really interested me and I love Sharon Osbourne anyway. Definitely started off a new interest in this genre!
April 22, 2024
Showbiz gossip from the Grande Dame! What's not to love?
August 10, 2025
A warrior, fantastic read!
September 6, 2025
I absolutely loved this book. I was hooked! I've read her other autobiographies, and I do hope that she puts out at least one more!
September 15, 2025
She is very brave to expose all of the dysfunction in their family and her part in all of it.
June 25, 2019
Better than the second book, not as good as the first.
Don't like to see someone air their dirty laundry in public - having a bitchfest about people.
Apart from that, interesting to hear about her life and her children as they grow into adults too.
Strong woman - but very hard, and makes lots of enemies easily!
Don't like to see someone air their dirty laundry in public - having a bitchfest about people.
Apart from that, interesting to hear about her life and her children as they grow into adults too.
Strong woman - but very hard, and makes lots of enemies easily!
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