ROCK legend Ozzy Osbourne has tragically died at the age of 76
July 22 2025
"It comes just weeks after the Black Sabbath star took to the stage one final time with his band mates at Villa Park in Birmingham.
He died "surrounded by love", a statement from his family said on Tuesday night.
"It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning," wrote the family.
"He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.
"Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis."
Ozzy, who became known as the Prince of Darkness thanks to his on-stage antics that attracted a legion of heavy rock fans, played a short five-song set reuniting with his bandmates Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi and Bill Ward earlier this month.
The gig was touted as "the greatest heavy metal show ever," with Ozzy grinning to chanting fans and even watching on after as his daughter Kelly was proposed to by her boyfriend Sid Wilson.
The rocker vowed, however, that it would be his final performance due to his deteriorating health, having opened up about his battle with Parkinson's in 2020.
Tributes have already poured in for the legend following his family's announcement this evening.\
David Coverdale, founder and lead singer of rock band Whitesnake - and rumoured to once be considered for the role of Black Sabbath frontman - shared a message on X.
"My Sincere Condolences To Sharon, The Family, Friends & Fans," he wrote.
"All my aloha @sharonosbourne and ohana. So grateful. RIP," he wrote.
Heartbroken fans have also paid their respects to the icon.
One said on X: "RIP Ozzy Osbourne #Ozzy."
Another added: "Rip Ozzy, condolences to the Osbornes."
"Heavy Metal lost an icon today, just weeks after his final show. RIP Ozzy. Thank you for everything," agreed a third.
Born John Michael Osbourne in Birmingham in 1948, the star had a string of jobs including labourer, plumber and abattoir worker after dropping out of school aged 15.
But Ozzy became entangled with petty crime and served two months in prison for burglary.
The singer then pursued his love of music after hearing The Beatles hit She Loves You in 1963.
After appearing in a handful of school plays, Ozzy joined Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler in their first group Rare Breed in 1967.
When that band split, the pair reunited in Polka Tulk Blues alongside Tony Iommi and drummer Bill Ward.
The group later became known as Black Sabbath and went onto shatter the music world with their whining guitar solos, Occult-based lyrics and Ozzy's screeching vocals.
In 1970, the group gained a cult following in both the US and UK after releasing their eponymous first album."" Source
