Ozzy Osbourne has passed away at the age of 76.
“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 released on Tuesday (July 22). “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.”
Osbourne recently performed a farewell concert on July 5 in Birmingham, England, a show that featured numerous guest musicians. There was also a performance by Osbourne and the original lineup of Black Sabbath, something that had not happened for two decades.
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In the wake of the news, fellow rockers have taken to social media to share their condolences.
“He was a dear friend and a huge trailblazer who secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods — a true legend,” Elton John said on Instagram. “He was also one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. I will miss him dearly. To Sharon [Ozzy’s wife] and the family, I send my condolences and love.”
“Farewell [Ozzy],” Dee Snider of Twisted Sister said on X. “You and your bands changed my life. Thank you for the ride.”
Black Sabbath’s social media account kept their message simple: “Ozzy forever.”
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