He died “surrounded by love”, a statement from his family said on Tuesday night.
“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,” wrote the family.
“He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.
“Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis.”
Ozzy, who became known as the Prince of Darkness thanks to his on-stage antics that attracted a legion of heavy rock fans, played a short five-song set reuniting with his bandmates Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi and Bill Ward earlier this month.
The gig was touted as “the greatest heavy metal show ever,” with Ozzy grinning to chanting fans and even watching on after as his daughter Kelly was proposed to by her boyfriend Sid Wilson.
The icon vowed, however, that it would be his final performance due to his deteriorating health, having opened up about his battle with Parkinson’s in 2020.
The legend cemented his place in rock history early in his career with controversial displays such as biting the head off a bat.
He also snorted a line of ants while on tour with the notorious Mötley Crüe band in the ’80s.
Off-stage the rocker also hit headlines for eye-brow raising appearances, such as the time he urinated on the Cenotaph at the Alamo while wearing one of Sharon’s dresses.
She had reportedly hidden his clothes in an attempt to stop him from venturing out – but he ended up banned from San Antonio for a decade.
Although his wild behaviour would have been enough to see some artists blacklisted, Ozzy became a loveable rogue who captured fans’ hearts across the globe.
In 2001, Ozzy appealed to a whole new audience after appearing in reality TV show The Osbournes with his family.
Its first series was the most-watched show ever on MTV and propelled Jack and Kelly into stardom, with the latter enjoying a music career of her own.
Black Sabbath lead tributes to rock legend after his tragic death
Black Sabbath paid tribute to one of their own.They wrote on X: “Ozzy Forever!”, while sharing a picture of the late singer.PanteraThe US heavy metal band also wrote on Instagram: “RIP @ozzyosbourne “Thank you for all that you did for metal & Pantera.”We wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for you. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Amy & Louis, we are so very sorry for your loss.”Piers MorganThe media personality shared a photo on Instagram, showing himself alongside Ozzy and his wife Sharon.Piers penned: “RIP Ozzy Osbourne.”One of the greatest rock stars in history, and a wonderful character.”Truly one of the funniest people I’ve ever known. I’m so glad he got to do his final show back in Birmingham two weeks ago, it meant so much to him.”I once asked Ozzy what was the best moment of his life and he replied instantly: ‘Meeting Sharon.’ My heart breaks for her.”Danny BakerThe comedy writer and radio DJ wrote: “I have been a Black Sabbath fan almost my entire life.”And when I say Black Sabbath I mean the band with Ozzy Osbourne in it. Everything else was business.”They were just immense. A thundering voice and noise direct from the working class.”Aston VillaOzzy grew up in Aston – and the football club shared a tribute after news of his passing.The caption read: “Aston Villa Football Club is saddened to learn that world-renowned rock star and Villain, Ozzy Osbourne has passed away.”Growing up in Aston, not far from Villa Park, Ozzy always held a special connection to the club and community he came from.”The thoughts of everyone at Aston Villa are with his wife Sharon, his family, friends and countless fans at this extremely difficult time.”Rest in peace, Ozzy.”PETAPETA said in a statement to The Sun – From PETA Senior Vice President Lisa Lange:”Ozzy Osbourne was a legend and a provocateur, but PETA will remember the “Prince of Darkness” most fondly for the gentle side he showed to animals—most recently cats, by using his fame to decry painful, crippling declawing mutilations.”Ozzy may have been the singer, but his wife, Sharon, and his daughter, Kelly, were of one voice when it meant protecting animals.”Ozzy will be missed by animal advocates the world over.”Yungblud Singer-songwriter Yungblud wrote on X: “I didn’t think you would leave so soon the last time we met you were so full of life and your laugh filled up the room. “But as it is written with legends, they seem to know things that we don’t.”I will never forget you – you will be in every single note I sing and with me every single time I walk on stage.”Your cross around my neck is the most precious thing I own.”You asked me once if there was anything you could do for me and as I said then and as I will say now for all of us the music was enough.”You took us on your adventure – an adventure that started it all. I am truly heartbroken. You were the greatest of all time.”Rod StewartThe 80-year-old shared in his Instagram story: “Bye, bye Ozzy. Sleep well my friend.”I’ll see you up there – later rather than sooner. – Sir Rod Stewart”