Overview
- The 54-year-old former X Factor quarter-finalist says Osbourne "championed" him and was "instrumental" in his success.
- He recalls leaping into Sharon Osbourne’s swimming pool during a performance, after which Ozzy told him, "I thought that was freaking amazing."
- Chico says that endorsement won over doubters and helped pave the way to his UK No. 1 single It’s Chico Time, which replaced Madonna at the top.
- He offers a personal tribute to Osbourne, who died of a heart attack in July last year, calling him "one of the funniest, loveliest, kindest" people he has met.
- In the interview, he speaks on behalf of online brand Zingo Bingo and hints at unconfirmed TV projects, including a possible celebrity retreat concept.