The music world is mourning the loss of Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman, who passed away on July 22, 2025, at the age of 76. Osbourne's family confirmed his death, stating that he was surrounded by loved ones. While no cause of death has been released, Osbourne had been battling Parkinson's disease and other health issues in recent years. Tributes have poured in from fellow musicians, friends, and fans, celebrating his life and legacy.
Aerosmith honored Osbourne as "our brother in rock," acknowledging his transformative impact on music. In a statement released on X, the band wrote, "We're heartbroken to hear about the passing of our brother in rock, Ozzy Osbourne. A voice that changed music forever. From Black Sabbath to his solo work, Ozzy redefined what it meant to be heavy. He did it all with heart, grit, and that wild spirit only he could bring,". They extended their love to Osbourne's wife, Sharon, his family, his band, and his fans worldwide, adding, "Rock on, Ozzy. You will be missed, but never forgotten!".
The Foo Fighters shared a heartfelt message alongside an image of Ozzy on stage, expressing their gratitude for a lifetime of inspiration. "Rest in peace, Ozzy. And thank you for a lifetime of inspiration. Rock and Roll would not be as loud or as fun without you. You will be forever missed. Our deepest condolences to the entire Osbourne and Sabbath family," the band wrote.
Jon Bon Jovi shared two throwback photos of himself with Osbourne, offering his condolences to Sharon Osbourne and the entire family. "Much luv to Sharon and the beautiful Osbourne Family," Bon Jovi wrote on X. "So sorry to hear of your loss. Rest easy Ozzy..". Fans flooded the comments section, acknowledging the powerful presence of "two legends together" and expressing their love and prayers for the Osbourne family.
Ozzy Osbourne's health struggles had been ongoing for years. In 2003, he suffered a broken neck in a quad bike accident, leading to spinal surgery and the insertion of metal rods. In 2020, he revealed his Parkinson's diagnosis, a condition he had been living with for around 15 years. Despite these challenges, Osbourne remained determined to perform.
In February 2025, Osbourne shared that his Parkinson's disease was impacting his mobility, acknowledging that he could no longer walk. "I have made it to 2025," he said. "I can't walk, but you know what I was thinking over the holidays? For all my complaining, I'm still alive".
Osbourne made a surprise appearance at an NFL halftime show in 2022 and expressed his desire to continue performing in a stationary format after retiring from touring in early 2023. He emotionally shared that he was "not physically capable" of continuing with his European and UK tour dates, marking the end of an era of live performances.
Ozzy Osbourne's final performance took place on July 5, 2025, in his hometown of Birmingham, England, where he reunited with his Black Sabbath bandmates for a farewell concert. The show, dubbed the "Back to the Beginning" show, raised over $190 million for charities.
Tributes continue to pour in from across the music industry, celebrating Ozzy Osbourne's remarkable life, his contributions to heavy metal, and his enduring impact on generations of musicians and fans. His legacy as the "Prince of Darkness" will undoubtedly live on.
