Born John Michael Osbourne, the English musician rose to fame as the so-called Prince of Darkness with his heavy metal band, Black Sabbath, which he co-founded in 1968. The band released popular hits like “Paranoid,” “Iron Man” and “War Pigs.”

With tears in his makeup-shadowed eyes, Osbourne, the ailing and retiring frontman for Black Sabbath, raged against the twilight of the metal gods.

As the passing of music legend Ozzy Osbourne was announced, Aston Villa issued an emotional statement. On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Ozzy Osbourne’s family announced the passing of the 76-year-old music icon.

Rock music legend Ozzy Osbourne passed away at the age of 76 following a lengthy battle with Parkinson's disease.

Ozzy Osbourne’s bond with Aston Villa spanned decades. Here’s how the Prince of Darkness became a claret-and-blue icon.

Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76, weeks after farewell concert with Black Sabbath, closing a legendary era in heavy metal. Follow Newsweek's live blog for updates.