Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Ozzy Osbourne, Godfather of Heavy Metal, Dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne, a famous rock star known for singing in Black Sabbath and having a solo career, has passed away.
He was 76 years old.
His family announced the sad news and asked for privacy.
Ozzy was known for his unique voice and wild stage presence.
He also had a popular reality TV show called The Osbournes.
Ozzy performed his last concert with Black Sabbath in his hometown of Birmingham before retiring from touring because of health issues.
Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic heavy metal singer, has died at the age of 76.
His death was announced by his family on Tuesday, with a request for privacy.
Osbourne was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2020 and retired from touring in 2023.
He had a successful career with Black Sabbath and as a solo artist, selling records and touring.
Osbourne's final public performance was at a Black Sabbath concert in Birmingham on July 5, 2025.
- Who
- Ozzy Osbourne, a singer and member of Black Sabbath.
- What
- Ozzy Osbourne, the heavy metal singer, passed away.
- When
- Tuesday, July 2025.
- Where
- Not explicitly stated in the articles, but he was in Birmingham for his final performance.
- Why
- He had been battling Parkinson's disease and other health issues.
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Impact on Music
General Public
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- Age at Death
- 76
- Cause of Death
- Not explicitly stated in the articles, but had Parkinson's disease
- Known For
- Black Sabbath, Solo Career, The Osbournes
- Last Performance
- Back to the Beginning concert in Birmingham
- Net Worth
- $220 million (estimated)
