Metal world mourns the Ozzy Osbournewho died today (22.07.2025) at the age of 76, a few days after the Farewell Black Sabbath concert.
Ο Ozzy Osbourne known to millions of people as the “Prince of Darkness”he fought with his health in recent years, which made him abandon his career.
The musician has been suffering from Parkinson’s disease in recent years, as he had announced. He underwent a strict sports program to be able to lead a giant concert in Birmingham entitled “Back to the Beginning” on July 5, 2025 – Black Sabbath’s frontman had appeared on a throne on the Villa Park stage as he could not stand up.
Metal’s “father” passed away with his loved ones on his side- he died “surrounded by love” according to a statement from his family.
“With more sadness than the simple words can convey, we must mention that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love, “he said in a statement.
In preparation for the concert, Ozzy’s wife Sharon had stated: “Ozzy works with his therapist every day. In fact, they are doing very well. The number one thing in Ozzy’s life is his fans, so he works hard to get ready for them, to make this show the perfect way to finish things. “
Last year, Ozzy was not good enough to appear in the band’s introduction to the Rock’n’Roll Hall of Fame in America.
Ozzy, who has undergone multiple back and neck surgery, has moved to a special recovery therapist in Los Angeles to try to help him stand on stage for several minutes, walk freely and feel better.