Ozzy Osbourne, one of the most recognisable and influential musicians in rock, has died at the age of 76.
As frontman of Black Sabbath, the Birmingham-born musician is credited with inventing heavy metal, thanks to songs like Iron Man and Paranoid.
Less than three weeks ago, the self-styled ‘Prince of Darkness’ performed a farewell concert in his hometown, supported by many of the musicians he had inspired, including Metallica and Guns ‘n’ Roses.
In a statement, his family said: “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. He was with his family and surrounded by love.”
They did not specify a cause of death, although the star had a series of health problems and was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2019.
A spokesperson for the family confirmed to BBC News that Osbourne died in the UK.
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