Rocker Ozzy Osbourne is dead at 76 as fans and celebrities mourn on social media
Heavy metal lost one of its loudest voices today. Ozzy Osbourne — iconic Black Sabbath frontman, solo artist, and unlikely reality TV star — has died at the age of 76. The BBC confirmed his passing following a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
With a career spanning over five decades, Osbourne wasn’t just a rock star — he was a cultural force. From pioneering the sound of British heavy metal to redefining celebrity with the MTV reality show The Osbournes, his influence reached far beyond music. His family confirmed the news in a heartfelt statement released Tuesday, saying he passed away that morning "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," the statement read. "He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time."
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News of his death rippled across social media, with fans, musicians, and celebrities paying tribute. On Instagram, artists like Metallica, Jack White, Rod Stewart, Elton John, Billie Joe Armstrong, Tom Morello, Duran Duran, Questlove, Billy Idol, and more shared messages honoring the rock legend.
Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi posted a tribute on X, writing, "It's just such heartbreaking news that I can’t really find the words, there won’t ever be another like him. Geezer, Bill and myself have lost our brother."
Many more joined in on X, including, Aerosmith, Korn, Jon Bon Jovi, System of a Down, Pantera, and fans offering condolences and celebrating Osbourne’s lasting impact.
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