Rock Legend Ozzy Osbourne Dies at 76 Weeks After Final Black Sabbath Concert
Heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne, famed for his role as the frontman of Black Sabbath, has died at the age of 76, weeks after performing his farewell concert. Osbourne, who had lived with Parkinson’s disease for several years, passed away on Wednesday morning, surrounded by his family. His death was confirmed in a statement released by his wife Sharon Osbourne and their children Kelly, Jack, Aimee, and Louis. “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. He was with his family and surrounded by love,” the family said. “We ask everyone to respect our privacy at this time.” Earlier this month, Osbourne delivered what was described as his “final bow” during a special Black Sabbath concert at Villa Park in the U.K., performing from a throne due to his declining health. Tributes are pouring in from across the music world, with fellow rock legends and fans celebrating his decades-long impact on heavy metal and popular culture.