Ozzy Osbourne Dies: Life, Career & Legacy of the Heavy Metal Legend

 Ozzy Osbourne Dies: Life, Career & Legacy of the Heavy Metal Legend—Ozzy Osbourne Death

Ozzy Osbourne, the frontman of pioneering heavy metal band Black Sabbath, has died in the UK at the age of 76

The concert featured dozens of famous rock and metal acts—including Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Slayer, Pantera, Alice in Chains, and Tool—and two supergroups curated by Tom Morello and others. Hosted by Jason Momoa, the event raised approximately £140 million (or USD 190 million) for three charities: Cure Parkinson’s Trust, Birmingham Children’s Hospital

Born John Michael Osbourne, the English musician rose to fame as the so-called Prince of Darkness with his heavy metal band, Black Sabbath, which he co-founded in 1968. The band released popular hits like “Paranoid,” “Iron Man,” and “War Pigs.”

There Won't Be Another Like Him

Black Sabbath Bandmates Pay Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne

“He was more than a bandmate — he was our brother in sound. There will never be another like Ozzy.”
— Tony Iommi, guitarist

“Ozzy was the soul of Sabbath. His voice made the darkness beautiful.”
— Geezer Butler, bassist

“We made history together. I’ve lost a true friend and the world lost a legend.”
— Bill Ward, drummer

 Ozzy Osbourne's death

Some Black Sabbath fans got commemorative tattoos after the band's final show in Birmingham this month.

Health & Personal Life:

• Diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2020 and severely impacted by injuries from a fall in 2019.

• Despite worsening health and being unable to walk.

Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76, weeks after farewell. Black Sabbath's Osbourne dies at 76, weeks after farewell. Black Sabbath concert

His family announced the news, saying, "He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family's privacy at this time. Osbourne has been vocal about his struggle with Parkinson's disease since 2019, and he played a farewell concert with Black Sabbath earlier. 

 

Final Legacy

• Ozzy's farewell concert has been widely described as an epic and emotional closure to his career, bringing together rock icons, massive fanfare, and  recent tributes

Outside of music, Osbourne also had an influence on pop culture: he became a part of the first reality TV show family thanks to his hit MTV show, The Osbournes, which documented the chaotic, often hilarious home life he shared with wife Sharon and their children, Kelly and Jack. The show also illuminated the darker sides of his personal life

40,000 fans turned out at the venue in Birmingham, which saw Ozzy singing with his fellow founding fathers of heavy metal while seated on a black throne.

Ozzy Osbourne Death News: Legendary Rock Icon Passes Away at [Age]

Summary: -Breaking News: Ozzy Osbourne Death Shocks the Music World—2025Update

Topic	Details
Date of Death	July 22, 2025 (age 76)
Final Concert	July 5, 2025 – Back to the Beginning, Villa Park, Birmingham
Health	Parkinson’s disease (diagnosed in 2020); unable to walk
Cause of Death	Not publicly specified
Charity Impact	Raised ~£140M / $19M for Parkinson’s research & children’s charities
Tributes	From music icons worldwide, family statements honoring privacy