Ozzy Osbourne Dies at 76, Music World Mourns

Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary 'Prince of Darkness' and founding frontman of Black Sabbath, died at age 76 on July 22, 2025, surrounded by his family, as confirmed in a statement by his wife Sharon and their children. Osbourne was a pioneer of heavy metal and a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer both with Black Sabbath and as a solo artist. He gave his final performance at Villa Park in Birmingham just weeks before his death and had retired from touring due to health complications after battling Parkinson's disease. Tributes from artists like Elton John, Metallica, and Pearl Jam have celebrated his immense influence on music. His career was marked by wild antics, such as the infamous bat-biting incident and his arrest at the Alamo, as well as later acts of reconciliation. Osbourne's enduring legacy is seen in his music, his memorable public persona, and the profound impact he had on fans and musicians worldwide.