Ozzy Osbourne Death: Life, Controversy and Legacy of Prince of Darkness

By Entertainment Desk | July  22, 2025

Heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne passed away at 76. Known as the Prince of Darkness, his influence on rock and metal remains unmatched.

Rock Legend Ozzy Osbourne

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Music legend Elton John called Ozzy a “true original” and praised his fearless creativity, saying, “Ozzy was the rebel we all needed and secretly admired.”

Elton John honours his friend

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Actor Jason Momoa shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, writing, “Rest in Power, legend. Your music shaped my soul. You’ll always be the King.”

Farewell from Jason Momoa

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Ozzy Osbourne’s journey began with Black Sabbath in the late 1960s. Songs like War Pigs and Black Sabbath set the foundation for heavy metal.

Rise of a rock god

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After leaving Black Sabbath, Ozzy launched a solo career that skyrocketed with hits like Crazy Train and Mr. Crowley. His stage presence was electric.

Solo career

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Ozzy’s antics became infamous, from biting a bat onstage to TV outbursts. His unpredictable nature made him a magnet for controversy and headlines.

Known to make headlines

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In the 1980s, Ozzy was sued by the parents of a 19-year-old who died by suicide after listening to his song Suicide Solution.

Controversy

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In 2002, The Osbournes gave fans a chaotic, humorous, and raw look into Ozzy’s family life. The show became a cultural phenomenon and redefined celebrity reality shows.

Reality TV royalty

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Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne were married for over 40 years. Their bond endured addiction, fame, scandals, and illness. Sharon was his manager, partner, and rock.

Personal life

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Ozzy openly struggled with drug and alcohol addiction for decades. Despite multiple relapses, he often spoke about recovery and the need for mental health support.

Battles with addiction

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Ozzy faced numerous surgeries, a Parkinson’s diagnosis, and spinal injuries. Though frail, he continued recording music and dreaming of returning to the stage.

Health struggles

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From Metallica to Slipknot, generations of artists cite Ozzy as a key influence. His voice, style, and defiance helped shape modern rock and metal forever.

Prince of Darkness legacy

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