Ozzy Osbourne Dies at 76

Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76. One of the most iconic figures in the history of heavy metal music passed away on the afternoon of July 22, 2025, according to a statement released by his family.

"It is with indescribable sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Ozzy Osbourne this morning," the family shared. "He was surrounded by love and his family during his final moments. We kindly ask that everyone respect our privacy during this difficult time."

The news comes more than five years after the legendary musician publicly revealed his diagnosis with Parkinson’s disease, a condition he had been battling since January 2020.

Death of the Prince of Darkness

Born John Michael Osbourne on December 3, 1948, in Birmingham, England, the man the world came to know as "Ozzy" first earned his nickname in school. Despite a challenging childhood, music became a powerful outlet and ultimately transformed him into one of the most influential artists in the heavy metal genre.

Often referred to as the “Prince of Darkness,” Osbourne rose to fame as the frontman of Black Sabbath, helping define the sound and aesthetic of heavy metal in the 1970s. His solo career, launched in the 1980s, further cemented his legacy, yielding a catalog of groundbreaking albums and unforgettable live performances.

Osbourne’s influence extended beyond music into pop culture, particularly through the reality TV series The Osbournes, which offered a raw and often humorous glimpse into his family life.

Tributes from fellow musicians, fans, and public figures have begun to pour in, honoring a career that spanned more than five decades and reshaped the world of rock music.