The news arrived in a flash on July 22. The timeless innovator, metal forefather, and fearless leader of Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne, passed away today (7/22/25). The news was shared in a social media post from the artist’s page earlier today. Osbourne’s passing comes just weeks after the icon sat on his earned throne in front of Villa Park as legends from across genres and eras came together to celebrate the artist’s legacy. Among the fellow icons who joined Osbourne during his retirement show on July 5 were Tool, Pantera, Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, and Alice in Chains.
As we remember Osbourne and the art he gave us, artists have begun posting their farewells and heartfelt messages to Ozzy across social media. Below, you can find some of the artist who have shared their feelings on the passing of the legend. Be sure to check back as we update this page with more posts remembering Osbourne.
The Osbourne family has made a statement on the passing of Ozzy. The statement goes, “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.
We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.
Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis”
