Ozzy Osbourne, Heavy Metal Icon and Black Sabbath Legend, Dies at 76
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Ozzy Osbourne, the unmistakable voice of Black Sabbath and a defining figure of heavy metal, has died at the age of 76 in the UK. Known as the “Prince of Darkness,” Osbourne’s larger-than-life legacy spanned decades, from pioneering metal riffs to reality television stardom. His family confirmed the news, stating he was “surrounded by love” in his final moments.
Osbourne’s death follows Black Sabbath’s farewell concert earlier this month in his hometown of Birmingham, a symbolic end to one of rock’s most storied chapters. His diagnosis of Parkinson’s in 2019 didn’t dim his spirit, and even in frailty, he took the stage one last time to fulfill his promise to fans. Tributes poured in from across the music world, with bandmate Tony Iommi calling him “our brother,” and artists like Elton John, Metallica, and Dolly Parton honoring his influence and energy.
Ozzy’s legacy lives far beyond music. He transformed the face of metal, built a new kind of rock celebrity through The Osbournes, and remained relentlessly authentic. From “Paranoid” to “Crazy Train,” his voice shaped generations. As fans gather at his Hollywood star and tattoo tributes appear in Birmingham, one thing is clear: there will never be another like him.
