Ozzy Osbourne, the frontman of heavy steel band Black Sabbath, has died within the UK on the age of 76. His household confirmed his sudden passing in an announcement by which they stated, “It’s with extra disappointment than mere phrases can convey that now we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has handed away this morning.
“He was along with his household and surrounded by love. We ask everybody to respect our household privateness presently. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis.”
Lower than three weeks in the past, ‘The Prince of Darkness’ reunited along with his authentic Black Sabbath bandmates Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Invoice Ward for the primary time since 2005 for a farewell live performance in his residence metropolis of Birmingham. He carried out from a throne on stage at Villa Park.
“You’ve no thought how I really feel – thanks from the underside of my coronary heart,” Ozzy informed the group at what could be his last-ever efficiency.
Black Sabbath posted a photograph of Osbourne from the gig with the caption: “Ozzy Eternally!”
Ozzy Eternally! pic.twitter.com/aJKVOCnJiI
— BlackSabbath (@BlackSabbath) July 22, 2025
Ronnie Wooden, of The Rolling Stones, wrote: “I’m so very unhappy to listen to of the dying of Ozzy Osbourne. What a stunning goodbye live performance he had at Again To The Starting in Birmingham.”
Sir Elton John described his “expensive buddy” as a “enormous trailblazer” who “secured his place within the pantheon of rock gods. He was additionally one of many funniest individuals I’ve ever met. I’ll miss him dearly. To Sharon and the household, I ship my condolences and love. Elton xx.”
Musician Gene Simmons added: “Unhappy to report Ozzy has handed away. He was a large. Admired and liked by tens of millions of followers worldwide. Prayers and condolences exit to the Osbourne household.”
Queen’s Brian Might, Metallica, and Yungblud have been amongst those that paid their tributes to the long-lasting musician.
Over the last couple of years of his life, Ozzy suffered a number of medical situations and was pressured to bear a number of surgical procedures. Ever since his quad-bike accident in 2003, every part went downfall for him. Later, in 2019, he suffered one more life-threatening fall when he fell in his lavatory and dislodged steel screws in his backbone. 2020 was the 12 months when the musician was recognized with Parkinson’s Illness and that solely added to the well being points he skilled.
Regardless of his well being struggles, Ozzy remained as energetic as ever.
Ozzy was born John Michael Osbourne on 3 December 1948 in Aston, Birmingham.
He and his band, which he was fired from again in 1979 attributable to alcohol and drug issues, have been extremely influential on the event of heavy steel music.
Ozzy was honored with inductions into each the UK and US Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, for his work with Black Sabbath and as a solo artist. He additionally earned a star on the Hollywood Stroll of Fame and one other on Birmingham’s Broad Avenue, acquired an Ivor Novello Award, and gained 5 Grammy Awards from 12 nominations.
Relaxation in peace, Ozzy Osbourne.
Please SHARE this text with your loved ones and mates on Fb.
Animalsmeal
Love and Peace
