BREAKING: Ozzy Osbourne, ‘Prince of Darkness,’ Dies at 76

July 22, 2025 – Rock legend and heavy metal pioneer Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76.

Known around the world as the “Prince of Darkness,” Osbourne’s decades-long career helped define a genre and inspired generations of musicians and fans alike.

A statement from his family reads: “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. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.”

After parting ways with Sabbath in 1979, he launched a wildly successful solo career, producing hits like Crazy Train, Mr. Crowley, and No More Tears. He remained a force in music, television, and pop culture for over five decades, including a turn on MTV’s hit reality series The Osbournes.

Ozzy had battled numerous health issues in recent years, including a public battle with Parkinson’s disease. Despite his declining health, he performed his final show just weeks ago in Birmingham, a farewell concert many now see as his last gift to fans.

Tributes are already pouring in from around the world, hailing Ozzy not just as a rock legend, but as a cultural force who embraced the bizarre, the brutal, and the deeply human.

He is survived by his wife Sharon, their children, and millions of fans who will never forget the man who turned darkness into art.