The legendary heavy metal frontman died just weeks after a final onstage reunion with his Black Sabbath bandmates
British rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, the charismatic frontman of Black Sabbath who helped shape the sound and legacy of heavy metal, has died at 76, his family announced on Tuesday.
No cause of death was given, though Osbourne had battled numerous health issues in recent years. He was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and suffered complications from a 2019 accident, among other ailments.
“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 statement says.
His death comes less than three weeks after his retirement from performing live. On July 5, Osbourne took the stage one final time with his Black Sabbath bandmates at Villa Park in Birmingham, UK, marking their first reunion since 2005. The all-star farewell concert – ‘Back to the Beginning’ – featured some of metal music’s biggest names.
“I’ve been laid up for six years, and you’ve got no idea how I feel,” Osbourne told the crowd, referring to his long battle with Parkinson’s and multiple spinal surgeries. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
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