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Ozzy Osbourne honored by rock world as heavy metal legend dies aged 76
Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76 after a battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Rock legends have taken to social media to pay tribute to the singer. Nirvana, Elton John, Metallica, Motörhead, and more have shared heartfelt tributes. Ozzy’s family confirmed his death in a statement on Tuesday, saying he was “with his family and surrounded by love” He is survived by his wife, Sharon, and their four children, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis, and his mother-in-law, Sharon Osbourne, who has also passed away. The Princess of Darkness was known for his heavy metal and heavy metal influenced music and movies. He was also a well-known philanthropist and philanthropist, donating millions of dollars to charity over the course of his life. He also served as the director of his own band, Black Sabbath, in the 1980s and 1990s. His death has been described as “devastating” by his friends and fans.
Rock singers Nirvana, Elton John, Metaliclia, Rod Stewart, and more have taken to social media paying loving tributes to Ozzy Osbourne following his death.
Rock legends have paid a heartfelt tribute to Ozzy Osbourne following his death (Image: Getty )
The rock world has taken to social media to pay a loving tribute to heavy metal rock legend Ozzy Osbourne after the singer passed away at the age of 76 years old.
On Tuesday, July 22, Ozzy’s family confirmed the heartbreaking news that the Princess of Darkness has died following a battle with Parkinson’s Disease. In a statement they wrote, “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. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis.”
In the aftermath of the devastating news, fans and fellow rock legends have taken the time to pay their respects and celebrate Ozzy’s life and long-lasting influence on the genre. Since the news broke, Nirvana, Elton John, Metaliclia, Rod Stewart, Young Yungblud, and more have all shared heartfelt messages in memory of the singer.
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Among the first to address the news was Elton John, who posted a throwback with Ozzy on Instagram. Underneath the nostalgic photo, the musician penned, “He was a dear friend and a huge trailblazer who secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods – a true legend. He was also one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. I will miss him dearly. To Sharon and the family, I send my condolences and love.”
Metallica shared a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne
Heavy metal rock band Metallica also shared an old photo of themselves with Ozzy backstage at one of their shows. In addition to the nostalgic snap where Ozzy is seen with long blonde hair, the group also shared a video performing with the rockstar at Metallica’s 30th Anniversary Show at The Fillmore in San Fransisco, California.
Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready paid his respects to Ozzy as he shared his life-long love for the rockstar. In an Instagram post, he penned, “Sad to hear Ozzy died today. When I was in high school I discovered Sabbath. ‘War Pigs’ was terrifying and mesmerizing at the same time. It was Ozzy’s voice that took me away to a dark universe. A great escape.”
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English rock band Motörhead also shared a throwback photo of Ozzy alongside their late singer Lemmy Kilmister. Under the picture, they wrote, “We lost our dear friend today today. Ozzy was a pioneer, a guiding force for all in hard rock and metal, and a great guy too. Lemmy and Ozzy were brothers in arms who enjoyed many adventures together, and his loss is seismic. RIP Ozzy, we will always love and celebrate you…”
The grunge rock Nirvana also paid their respects to Ozzy as they wrote on X, formerly Twitter, “Thank you Ozzy Osbourne for the inspiration. @BlackSabbath is the template for heavy Rock. #Ozzy.”
Marilyn Manson on his Instagram Story wrote, “Ozzy was a genuine hero and inspiration to me. It was one of the greatest privileges in my life to have known him as a friend. His beautiful spirit will remain in my heart forever.”
Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello, who worked as musical director at Ozzy’s farewell show, wrote, “God bless you Ozzy.”
Yungblud also penned an emotional statement regarding Ozzy’s death. On X, the English singer wrote, “I didn’t think you would leave so soon the last time we met you were so full of life and your laugh filled up the room. But as it is written with legends, they seem to know things that we don’t.”
Elton John paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne (Image: WireImage )
He continued, “I will never forget you – you will be in every single note I sing and with me every single time I walk on stage. Your cross around my neck is the most precious thing I own. You asked me once if there was anything you could do for me and as I said then and as I will say now for all of us the music was enough. You took us on your adventure – an adventure that started it all. I am truly heartbroken. You were the greatest of all time.”
Ozzy’s former band Black Sabbath posted a photo of Ozzy from his final gig and wrote on their X account, “Ozzy Forever!”
Green Day frontman Billie Joel Armstrong shared a sweet but simple message on Instagram as he wrote, “No words. We love you Ozzy.”
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KISS singer Gene Simmons wrote, “Sad to report Ozzy has passed away. He was a giant. Admired and loved by millions of fans worldwide. Prayers and condolences go out to the Osborne family.”
Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76, weeks after farewell Black Sabbath concert; follow live updates as music legends pay tribute
Ozzy Osbourne, the rock and heavy metal icon turned reality show star, has died, according to his family. He was 76. Osbourne rose to fame as the so-called Prince of Darkness with his heavy metal band, Black Sabbath. He became a part of the first reality TV show family thanks to his hit MTV show, The Osbournes, which ran from 2002 to 2005. The rocker lived with Parkinson’s disease, a progressive nervous system disorder, and other health issues, such as a severe staph infection in 2018. He played what was dubbed his “final bow” from a throne at Villa Park in the U.K. earlier this month. The singer was inducted twice into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
“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,” his family said in a statement signed by wife Sharon Osbourne and their children Kelly, Jack, Aimee, as well as his son Louis from his prior marriage to Thelma Riley. “He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.”
The Black Sabbath rocker lived with Parkinson’s disease. Earlier this month Osbourne played what was dubbed his “final bow” from a throne at Villa Park in the U.K.
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Born John Michael Osbourne, the English musician rose to fame as the so-called Prince of Darkness with his heavy metal band, Black Sabbath, which he co-founded in 1968. The band released popular hits like “Paranoid,” “Iron Man” and “War Pigs.”
After his 1979 departure from the band due to substance abuse issues, Osbourne launched a successful solo career beginning with 1980’s Blizzard of Ozz, which featured his hit track “Crazy Train.” Osbourne became widely known for his wild onstage persona, including infamously biting the head off a bat during a 1982 concert. (He later got a rabies shot.) He went on to release 13 studio albums and was inducted twice into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame — in 2006, with Black Sabbath, and again in 2024 as a solo artist.
Outside of music, Osbourne also had an influence on pop culture: He became a part of the first reality TV show family thanks to his hit MTV show, The Osbournes, which documented the chaotic, often hilarious home life he shared with wife Sharon and their children, Kelly and Jack. The show also illuminated darker sides of his personal life, however, as it revealed his struggles with substance abuse and health issues. The show ran for four seasons, from 2002 to 2005.
Osbourne announced he had been previously diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, a progressive nervous system disorder, in January 2020, a condition he later told the Los Angeles Times he had lived with since 2003.
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“I’m not dying from Parkinson’s. I’ve been working with it most of my life,” the singer told the newspaper. “I’ve cheated death so many times. If tomorrow you read ‘Ozzy Osbourne never woke up this morning,’ you wouldn’t go, ‘Oh, my God!’ You’d go, ‘Well, it finally caught up with him.’”
In addition to Parkinson’s, the musician also suffered other health issues, such as a severe staph infection in 2018 and multiple spinal surgeries following a fall that aggravated an old injury.
In May, Osbourne told the Guardian about his condition: “You wake up the next morning and find that something else has gone wrong. You begin to think this is never going to end.”
Tributes to Osbourne from the worlds of music and entertainment are pouring in online. Yahoo is collecting them in the blog below.
The world of music honours Ozzy Osbourne: Icons Sir Elton John, Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood lead emotional tributes to The Prince of Darkness after his death age 76 – as his band Black Sabbath say ‘Oz
The Black Sabbath musician passed away ‘surrounded by love’ Tuesday morning, a statement from his family confirmed tonight. Sir Elton John said Ozzy was a ‘huge trailblazer’ who ‘secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods’ Sir Rod Stewart said: ‘Bye, bye Ozzy. Sleep well, my friend. I’ll see you up there – later rather than sooner’ Ronnie Wood said he is ‘very sad’ to learn of Ozzy’s death. American actor Jason Momoa, 45, who joined the the Black Sabbath frontman on stage at Villa Park in Birmingham less than three weeks ago, also paid tribute. Sir David Beckham penned: ‘So sad to see Ozzy leave us. Sending love to Sharon, the kids and family’ Piers Morgan posted a photo of himself with Osbourne and Sharon, alongside the caption: ‘RIP Ozzy Osbourne. One of the greatest rock stars in history, and a wonderful character’ Black Sabbath bandmates declared ‘Ozzy forever!’ in a powerful tribute to the icon on X.
The Black Sabbath musician passed away ‘surrounded by love’ Tuesday morning, a statement from his family confirmed tonight.
The Osbourne family said in a statement: ‘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. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis.’
Musical legend Sir Elton said Ozzy was a ‘huge trailblazer’ who ‘secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods’.
He posted on Instagram: ‘So sad to hear the news of Ozzy Osbourne passing away. He was a dear friend and a huge trailblazer who secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods – a true legend.
The world of music has honoured Ozzy Osbourne, with icon Sir Elton John leading the stars paying emotional tribute to The Prince of Darkness following his death aged 76 (pictured together in 2007)
Sir Rod Stewart joined the world in mourning the rocker as he paid tribute to his ‘friend’ Ozzy (pictured together in 2002)
The Black Sabbath musician passed away ‘surrounded by love’ Tuesday morning , a statement from his family confirmed tonight
‘He was also one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. I will miss him dearly. To Sharon and the family, I send my condolences and love. Elton xx.’
After sharing the stage at Villa Park in Birmingham, Ronnie Wood said he is ‘very sad’ to learn of Ozzy’s death.
The Rolling Stone posted on X: ‘I am so very sad to hear of the death of Ozzy Osbourne. What a lovely goodbye concert he had at Back To The Beginning in Birmingham.’
Ozzy’s Black Sabbath bandmates declared ‘Ozzy forever!’ in a powerful tribute to the icon on X.
American actor Jason Momoa, 45, who joined the the Black Sabbath frontman on stage at Villa Park in Birmingham less than three weeks ago, also paid tribute.
Sharing an emotional message to his ‘family’, Jason shared a photo on Instagram with Sharon and Ozzy back stage at the concert.
He wrote: ‘Love you @ozzyosbourne All my aloha @sharonosbourne and ohana. So grateful. RIP’.
The rocker was able to bid an emotional farewell to his fans on stage this month as he reunited with his original Black Sabbath bandmates Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward for the first time since 2005.
Musical legend Sir Elton said Ozzy was a ‘huge trailblazer’ who ‘secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods’ (pictured together)
Sir Rod penned: ‘Bye, bye Ozzy. Sleep well, my friend. I’ll see you up there – later rather than sooner’
After sharing the stage at Villa Park in Birmingham, Ronnie Wood said he is ‘very sad’ to learn of Ozzy’s death
American actor Jason Momoa , 45, who joined the the Black Sabbath frontman on stage at Villa Park in Birmingham less than three weeks ago, also paid tribute with a photo backstage with Ozzy and Sharon
Sir David Beckham penned: ‘So sad to see Ozzy leave us. Thank you for entertaining us. Sending love to Sharon, the kids and family.’
Piers Morgan posted a photo of himself with Osbourne and Sharon, alongside the caption: ‘RIP Ozzy Osbourne. One of the greatest rock stars in history, and a wonderful character’
Yungblud devastatingly admitted he didn’t think Ozzy ‘would leave so soon’ as he shared his heartache
Queen icon Sir Brian May said Ozzy’s final concert earlier in the month ‘was a glorious way to say goodbye’ to the heavy metal vocalist in his emotional tribute
Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready thanked Ozzy for his music and the impact it had on his life
Green Day singer Billie Joe Armstrong responded to the death of Ozzy by saying he has no words
Meanwhile Adam Sandler remembered the Prince of Darkness and said he is ‘so happy’ that he was able to meet him
‘You’ve no idea how I feel – thank you from the bottom of my heart,’ Osbourne told the crowd in his final speech.
With 42,000 fans packed into Birmingham’s Villa Park, heavy metal pioneers Black Sabbath returned to the stage for Ozzy’s farewell show – the band’s first live performance since 2005.
They were joined onstage by a host of celebrity friends, among them Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood, Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler.
But it was Jason who unexpectedly claimed the spotlight while joining fans in the mosh pit while support act Pantera tore through their own setlist.
The Hollywood star sparked a frenzy after clambering into the audience before moshing out with fellow concert goers as the metal band performed Cowboys From Hell.
Footage of the incident finds Jason removing his hair braid and climbing over the barricade to join raucous fans at the front of the stage.
The actor previously sent fans wild after appearing onstage to host, admitting Osbourne had inspired every single character he has ever portrayed.
‘I f*****g freaked out and told everyone I knew. I gotta get here, I gotta bring my kids. I’m not just a fan, I am obsessed with Sabbath,’ he said.
Osbourne at the Moscow Music Peace Festival in 1989 at Luzhniki Stadium
Osbourne recovered from his drink and drug problems with the help of his wife Sharon. Pictured: The pair at the Grammy Awards in January 2020
Ozzy Osbourne, who has died aged 76, had a career that was defined by his antics both on and off-stage. Pictured: The star leaving hospital (left) on June 16, 2022, after a major back operation; Osbourne performing with Black Sabbath in 1978
‘Every character that I’ve ever played has been inspired by this music – it’s in everything that I am.
‘So when the Osbournes’ called and asked me to host I was scared as hell, I’ve never done this before in my life.
Other tributes from Hollywood flooded in across social media for the superstar following his family’s announcement this evening.
Queen icon Sir Brian May said Ozzy’s final concert earlier in the month ‘was a glorious way to say goodbye’ to the heavy metal vocalist in his emotional tribute.
The lead guitarist of Queen said on social media: ‘So sad to hear of Ozzie’s passing. His last appearance at Villa Park was a glorious way to say goodbye – the love in that place for him was gigantic.
‘I’m grateful I was able to have a few quiet words with him after the show. And happy to know he passed peacefully with his loving family close by. But the world will miss Ozzie’s unique presence and fearless talent. My heartfelt consolations to Sharon and their great family.
‘And to Bill (Ward) and Geezer (Butler) and my dear friend Tony (Iommi) – for this is family – I know only too well. REST IN PEACE dear Ozzie. Bri.’
Yungblud devastatingly admitted he didn’t think Ozzy ‘would leave so soon’ as he shared his heartache.
‘I didn’t think you would leave so soon the last time we met you were so full of life and your laugh filled up the room. But as it is written with legends, they seem to know things that we don’t.
‘I will never forget you – you will be in every single note I sing and with me every single time I walk on stage. Your cross around my neck is the most precious thing I own.
‘You asked me once if there was anything you could do for me and as I said then and as I will say now for all of us the music was enough.
‘You took us on your adventure – an adventure that started it all. I am truly heartbroken. You were the greatest of all time.’
Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready thanked Ozzy for his music and the impact it had on his life.
In a post to Pearl Jam’s social media pages, he said: ‘Sad to hear Ozzy died today. When I was in high school I discovered Sabbath. ‘War Pigs’ was terrifying and mesmerizing at the same time. It was Ozzy’s voice that took me away to a dark universe. A great escape.
‘Then when ‘The Blizzard of Ozz’ record came out I was instantly a fan. Randy Rhoads was an influence on me to play lead guitar. Luckily I got to play on the song ‘Immortal’ on the (Osbourne’s) last record. Thanks for the music, Ozzy it makes our journey in life better. Mike McCready.’
Green Day singer Billie Joe Armstrong responded to the death of Ozzy by saying he has no words.
The US singer posted a photo of the heavy metal vocalist on Instagram and wrote: No words. We love you Ozzy.’
Meanwhile Adam Sandler remembered the Prince of Darkness and said he is ‘so happy’ that he was able to meet him.
In a social media post he said: ‘Whether we were in our basements with our brothers, in the woods with our buddies, in the car, at a keg party, on a boat, at football practice, at a sleepover…. Nobody was more badass to crank up on our speakers than the one and only prince of darkness – Ozzy Osbourne!
‘Loved him a lot like we all did! Sending love to the family and so happy to have spent time with the legend himself. RIP’
Osbourne and his wife Sharon and their children Aimee, Kelly and Jack, are pictured at their US home in 1987. He and Sharon married in 1982
The singer, who sold more than 100million records, will forever be synonymous with the heavy metal band he formed in his home city of Birmingham with Tony Iommi, Bill Ward and Geezer Butler in 1969. Above: Osbourne (far right) with Butler (left), Iommi (second from left) and Ward in the 1970s
Sir David Beckham penned: ‘So sad to see Ozzy leave us. Thank you for entertaining us. Sending love to Sharon, the kids and family.’
Piers Morgan posted a photo of himself with Osbourne and Sharon, alongside the caption: ‘RIP Ozzy Osbourne. One of the greatest rock stars in history, and a wonderful character.
‘Truly one of the funniest people I’ve ever known. I once asked him what was the best moment of his life and he replied instantly: ‘Meeting Sharon.’ My heart breaks for her.’
David Coverdale, founder and lead singer of rock band Whitesnake – who was reportedly once considered for the role of Black Sabbath frontman – paid his respects on X.
‘My Sincere Condolences To Sharon, The Family, Friends & Fans,’ he wrote.
Meanwhile, American heavy metal band Metallica shared a touching photograph taken with Osbourne, alongside a broken heart emoji.
X Factor duo Jedward were also quick to pay tribute, writing: ‘Rip Ozzy Osbourne sending love to Sharon and Kelly and Jack and the whole family ♥️.’
John Lennon’s son Sean Ono Lennon wrote on social media: ‘One of the greatest of all time. R.I.P.’
TV presenter and comedian Leigh Francis published a touching tribute on Instagram alongside a photo of him, Osbourne and his wife Sharon.
‘The saddest news this evening. All the Osbourne family have always been so kind to me. The loveliest people,’ he wrote.
Ozzy revealed earlier this year that he could no longer walk amid his years-long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
However, he still managed to reunite with his bandmates Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi and Bill Ward for their final gig earlier this month.
Ozzy was born John Michael Osbourne in Birmingham in 1948, and dropped out of school at the age of 15.
Osbourne relaunched himself as a reality tv star in The Osbournes in the early 2000s, after getting clean from drink and drugs with the help of Sharon. It saw two of his and Sharon’s children, Kelly and Jack, become stars in their own right, whilst their other daughter Aimee declined to appear. Above: Osbourne with Sharon, Jack and Kelly
After serving two months in prison for burglary, he decided to pursue his love of music and by 1970 Black Sabbath had gained a huge following in the US and UK with the release of their first album.
Ozzy quit the band in 1978 and divorced his first wife Thelma Mayfair, who he had two children with, four years later, amid his ongoing substance abuse problems.
He went on to marry second wife Sharon Osbourne, who helped him transform into a successful solo artist and the couple had three children together.
Ozzy gained a whole new audience of fans with the family’s reality TV show The Osbournes in 2001.
He is survived by his wife Sharon and his five children, Jessica, Louis, Aimee, Kelly and Jack.
Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76, just weeks after final Black Sabbath reunion
Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76. His family confirmed the news Tuesday morning, saying he passed “surrounded by love.” Ozzy was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019 and had been struggling with his health over the years, including multiple surgeries and a spinal injury. He officially retired from touring in 2023. Ozzy’s final show was on July 5 with the original Black Sabbath lineup: Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward, for the first time in 20 years. The historic farewell was exactly the kind of emotional, full-circle, and out-with-a-bang sendoff only Ozzy could’ve pulled off. He brought darkness, humor, and chaos to the mainstream as a pioneer of heavy metal. He battled decades of drug and alcohol addiction, survived multiple overdoses, near-fatal injuries, rabies shots, arrests, lawsuits, and lived under a tabloid microscope. Despite his fame, Ozzy always spoke of his children as his greatest joy.
© Getty Ozzy Osbourne speaks onstage during the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction
His family confirmed the news Tuesday morning, saying he passed “surrounded by love.” “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,” they wrote in a statement signed by his wife Sharon Osbourne, and their children Jack, Kelly, Aimee, and Louis, whose mom is Thelma Riley. “He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family’s privacy at this time.” Ozzy was also the father of Jessica, from his first marriage to Riley.
© Getty Ozzy Osbourne and his wife Sharon, and their children Aimee, Kelly, and Jack, 1987.
His passing comes 17 days after the Prince of Darkness took the stage alongside the original Black Sabbath lineup: Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward, for the first time in 20 years. The historic farewell was exactly the kind of emotional, full-circle, and out-with-a-bang sendoff only Ozzy could’ve pulled off.
© Getty Ozzy’s final show was on July 5
Legends never die
© Getty Ozzy Osbourne Band, live, Moscow Music Peace Festival 1989 at Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow, USSR
Ozzy wasn’t just the bat-biting frontman of Black Sabbath. He brought darkness, humor, and chaos to the mainstream as a pioneer of heavy metal. From the band’s debut in 1970 to solo hits like “Crazy Train” and “Mama, I’m Coming Home,” Ozzy was a musical genius.
A survivor, Ozzy’s life was full of ups and downs. He battled decades of drug and alcohol addiction, survived multiple overdoses, near-fatal injuries, rabies shots, arrests, lawsuits, and lived under a tabloid microscope. “I overdosed on drugs many times, so I am lucky to be here anyway. I’ve had so many brushes with death that I’m the Comeback Kid. If I was a cat, I’d have 33 lives,” he told The Sun in 2019.
He also helped reinvent the idea of a rockstar, not just as a performer, but as a person. In the 2000s, The Osbournes brought a new crazy train to reality TV as they stepped into the role of suburban dad. A foul-mouthed, gothic, and at times confused, mumbling entertainer that was all too relatable. A whole generation met him through the chaos of MTV, and would fall in love with him.
© Getty Sharon and Ozzy were married for 45 years
Of course, there is no one mourning more than his family. Through it all, one constant was his wife, Sharon. His wife, manager, and partner in chaos, the two of them endured scandals, health scares, and fame at its most intrusive. They just quietly celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary on July 4, the day before Ozzy’s final reunion show. The timing of it all feels cosmic.
The rocker was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019 and had been struggling with his health over the years, including multiple surgeries and a spinal injury. He officially retired from touring in 2023.
© Getty Ozzy Osbourne performs at halftime during the NFL game between the Buffalo Bills and the Los Angeles Rams on September 8, 2022
Despite his fame, Ozzy always spoke of his children as his greatest joy. He got to witness his daughter Kelly get engaged to Slipknot musician Sid Wilson, with whom she shares a son. Wilson proposed to her backstage at the reunion show, and in one of the last clips of Ozzy, he hilariously tells Sid before he pops the question, “f**k off, you’re not marrying my daughter.”
What adds an extra layer to the moment is that Kelly would probably never have met Sid if it weren’t for her dad. They have known each other for over 20 years, first meeting in 1999 when Slipknot and Ozzy headlined Ozzfest.
Now, after one final show, one last family moment, and a legacy no one can touch, Ozzy is at rest.
Ozzy Osbourne Tributes Pour in as Celebrities Mourn His Recent Death
Ozzy Osbourne Tributes Pour in as Celebrities Mourn His Recent Death The Prince of Darkness died on July 22. The cause of death hasn’t been announced, but Ozzy was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2003. The rocker often wore black eyeliner and black nail polish while onstage, and he is infamous for biting the head off of a bat during a performance in 1982. He was also a staple of reality TV with his MTV show, The Osbournes, and the band Black Sabbath performed a final concert in Birmingham, England, on July 5, 2025, with Ozzy seated in a black throne with his signature black wardrobe. The band posted a picture of Ozzy at their last concert with the caption, “Ozzy Forever,” as well as a photo of the two of them on the red carpet at the concert. Other tributes included from Adam Sandler, Pearl Jam, the Rolling Stones, Green Day, Twisted Sister, Lisa Lange and Sean Lennon.
Fans are mourning the loss of Ozzy Osbourne, and tributes are making the rounds on social media as the world learns about his death at the age of 76. The rocker died on July 22, 2025, surrounded by his family. The cause of death hasn’t been announced, but Ozzy was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2003, per People.
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Ozzy was also known as “The Prince of Darkness” due to Black Sabbath’s dark, heavy metal music and the “Paranoid” singer’s black wardrobe. He also often wore black eyeliner and black nail polish while onstage, and he is infamous for biting the head off of a bat during a performance in 1982. The beloved rock star was also a staple of reality TV with his MTV show, The Osbournes.
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Ozzy Osbourne tributes pour in following the news of his death.
Fans of Ozzy Osbourne are sharing their tributes for the late rock star on social media, including the heavy metal rock band, Metallica. The band posted a picture on X of them posing with Ozzy. The caption was simply a broken heart emoji. Mega star and fellow Brit Elton John shared a tribute to the late rocker on Instagram with a photograph of the duo, and he spoke on Ozzy’s sense of humor while giving condolences to his family.
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The caption read, “So sad to hear the news of @ozzyosbourne passing away. He was a dear friend and a huge trailblazer who secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods — a true legend. He was also one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. I will miss him dearly. To Sharon and the family, I send my condolences and love. Elton xx.”
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Former Public Enemy rapper Flavor Flav also shared an Ozzy Osbourne tribute on X. He also shared a video of the duo. The two musicians both had cameos in the movie about Howard Stern, Private Parts.
“Man,,, real heartbroken over the passing of OZZY OSBOURNE,” he wrote. “We go way back, and it was a real honor to watch him get inducted into the @rockhall last year. Sending my love and prayers to Sharon and his kids and whole family. RIP.”
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Man,,, real heart broken over the passing of OZZY OSBOURNE,,, we go way back and it was a real honor to watch him get inducted into the @rockhall last year. Sending my love and prayers to Sharon and his kids and whole family. RIP 🤍 pic.twitter.com/YVKpAz6FKg — FLAVOR FLAV (@FlavorFlav) July 22, 2025
Black Sabbath also paid a tribute to their frontman on social media. The band posted a picture of Ozzy at their last concert with the caption, “Ozzy Forever.”
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The band performed a final concert in Birmingham, England, on July 5, 2025, and Ozzy was seated in a black throne with his signature black wardrobe. A large bat was also part of the throne.
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Actor Jason Momoa was the host for Black Sabbath’s last concert, and he shared a tribute on Instagram with the caption, “Love you @ozzyosbourne. All my aloha @sharonosbourne and ohana. So grateful. RIP.”
Kiss frontman Gene Simmons also paid Ozzy a tribute on social media. He shared an article about Ozzy’s passing with the caption, “Sad to report Ozzy has passed away. He was a giant. Admired and loved by millions of fans worldwide. Prayers and condolences go out to the Osborne family.”
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Other tributes included condolences from Pearl Jam, Adam Sandler, Paddy Considine, the Rolling Stones, Green Day, Twisted Sister, and Sean Lennon Ono. Even the vice president from PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals), Lisa Lange, posted a tribute, his bat-biting incident notwithstanding.