The rock legend was the vocalist of Black Sabbath and died in his hometown of Birmingham, England Tuesday morning.
Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76, and his funeral details are likely now being finalized. In a prior interview, Osbourne specified a specific song he wanted played at his memorial.
The rock legend was the vocalist of Black Sabbath and died in his hometown of Birmingham, England, Tuesday morning.
« It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy has passed away this morning », the Osbourne family statement read. « He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time. »Why It Matters
Osbourne’s legacy includes many major music hits and a wide mark on the rock and heavy metal genres.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer is known for his ‘Crazy Train’ hit alongside other legendary songs like ‘No More Tears’, ‘Paranoid’, and ‘Mama I’m Coming Home.’What To Know
Osbourne’s death was announced just two weeks after his farewell concert at Villa Park in Birmingham, England.
The rock star who has been dubbed the « Prince of Darkness » was previously diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. He had also been battling health issues since a fall in 2019.What Was Ozzy Osbourne’s Cause of Death?
The cause of death for Osbourne has so far not been disclosed.
However, Osbourne had been struggling with his health for years, cancelling shows in 2019 after a fall required surgery on his neck.
