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Heavy Metal Icon Ozzy Osbourne Dies at 76

Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath's iconic frontman, died at 76 after battling health issues, including Parkinson's. His family confirmed the passing of the influential heavy metal pioneer.

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  • Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary frontman of Black Sabbath, passed away at the age of 76, with his family confirming the news of his death after a period of declining health.
  • His passing followed a prolonged battle with various health issues, notably a Parkinson's disease diagnosis received in 2019 or 2020, which significantly impacted his later years.
  • Born John Michael Osbourne in Birmingham in 1948, he co-founded Black Sabbath in 1968, profoundly shaping the sound and direction of heavy metal music globally.
  • After leaving Black Sabbath in 1979, Osbourne launched a highly successful solo career, founded the influential Ozzfest festival, and earned two Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductions.
  • Known for his outlandish stage antics, Osbourne delivered an emotional farewell performance with Black Sabbath just weeks before his passing, cementing his enduring legacy in music history.
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The reporting appears neutral and objective because sources primarily focus on commemorating Ozzy Osbourne's extensive musical career and cultural impact. While acknowledging his well-documented struggles and controversies, they present these factually, often balancing them with his later life or explanations, rather than using loaded language or selective emphasis to create a biased narrative. The collective coverage aims for a comprehensive, respectful obituary.

"The music icon's death on Tuesday came less than three weeks after his band played their farewell gig in his home city of Birmingham."

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"The larger-than-life frontman of the pioneering heavy metal band Black Sabbath Ozzy Osbourne has died."

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"Ozzy Osbourne was soft and fuzzy under the darkness."

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"Ozzy Osbourne was soft and fuzzy under the darkness."

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"Ozzy Osbourne may have been a fierce rock 'n' roller, but he was far from invincible."

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"Ozzy Osbourne, a legendary figure in rock music, passed away at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy of influential music and memorable antics."

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"Ozzy Osbourne died in his hometown of Birmingham, England, on Tuesday morning, July 22, leaving behind a legacy that includes several timeless hits."

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"His "never say die" attitude always kept him in the spotlight, even during the years when rock was proclaimed dead."

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"To celebrate Osbourne’s life and legacy, we’ve selected just a few songs that made the man, from timeless tunes to a few left-of-center selections."

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"Ozzy Osbourne, one of the most recognisable and influential musicians in rock, has died at the age of 76."

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"Rock royalty is paying tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, who died today at 76."

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"Ozzy Osbourne was more than a rock legend—he was a cultural icon who reshaped music and defied expectations."

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"The thoughts of everyone at Aston Villa are with his wife Sharon, his family, friends, and countless fans at this extremely difficult time."

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"The statement from Osbourne's family shared the news of his death "with more sadness than mere words can convey" and said he was "with his family and surrounded by love.""

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"Ozzy Osbourne, the influential and salt-of-the-earth singer who came to be known as the Prince of Darkness, has died in Birmingham, England, according to a statement from his family."

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"we were lucky to have him as long as we did."

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"Ozzy Osbourne, the heavy metal legend who rose to fame in the pioneering group Black Sabbath, has died, his family said in a statement to CBS News."

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"Osbourne himself performed seated because of his mobility problems, but managed to recapture his old magic - belting out his hits while clapping, waving his arms and pulling wild-eyed looks, just like old times."

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"Ozzy Osbourne, the pioneering heavy metal singer and Black Sabbath frontman whose star turn on reality TV endeared him to a new generation of fans, has died, his family announced Tuesday."

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"Ozzy Osbourne, the gloomy, demon-invoking lead singer of the pioneering band Black Sabbath who became the throaty, growling voice — and drug-and-alcohol ravaged id — of heavy metal, died Tuesday, just weeks after his farewell show."

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"Ozzy Osbourne, the gloomy, demon-invoking lead singer of the pioneering band Black Sabbath who became the throaty, growling voice — and drug-and-alcohol ravaged id — of heavy metal, died Tuesday, just weeks after his farewell show."

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"Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman and solo star who helped pioneer the follow-around reality TV genre with his MTV series The Osbournes, died Tuesday."

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"The Grammy winning Prince of Darkness and legendary rocker has died just weeks after reuniting with Black Sabbath for a final show in England."

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"Ozzy Osbourne, the gloomy, demon-invoking lead singer of the pioneering band Black Sabbath who became the throaty, growling voice — and drug-and-alcohol ravaged id — of heavy metal, died Tuesday, just weeks after his farewell show."

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"Osbourne is survived by his wife, Sharon, and six children — Jessica, Louis and Elliot from his first marriage to Thelma Riley, and Aimee, Kelly and Jack from his second marriage."

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The specific cause of Ozzy Osbourne's death was not immediately disclosed by his family. However, he had been battling various health issues, including Parkinson's disease and emphysema.

Ozzy Osbourne was first diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2003, but he publicly revealed the diagnosis in January 2020.

Ozzy Osbourne delivered an emotional farewell performance with Black Sabbath at his 'Back to the Beginning' farewell concert, just weeks before his passing.

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