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Black Sabbath bandmates have said they “have lost a brother” after the tragic death of legendary heavy metal frontman Ozzy Osbourne, whose death sparked an outpouring of grief from around the world22:42, 22 Jul 2025Updated 22:42, 22 Jul 2025Ozzy Osbourne’s Black Sabbath bandmates have paid tribute to their legendary lead singer after his death — just weeks after the band reunited for a final gig in their hometown.Bassist Terence “Geezer” Butler said he was “so glad” he was able to perform a final time with Ozzy, 76, at the band’s reunion earlier this month at Villa Park in Birmingham, a stone’s throw from where the band formed in 1968.The hometown heroes topped the bill of a star-studded show, called Back To The Beginning, saw the the names in rock come to pay tribute to the four Birmingham lads who were early pioneers of heavy metal.Ozzy’s bandmates have paid tribute after his death(Image: More

Jack, 39, spoke fondly of the legendary rocker at a screening of a new documentary about his life, saying: “He is an incredible man. He really is. His contribution to music is bigger than his faults.”21:27, 22 Jul 2025Updated 21:27, 22 Jul 2025Ozzy Osbourne’s son Jack spoke proudly of his “incredible” dad’s life and career just weeks before the Black Sabbath singer’s tragic death — describing him as “unique and funny.”Jack, 39, spoke fondly of his legendary rocker dad at a screening of a new documentary about his life, saying: “He is an incredible man. He really is. His contribution to music is bigger than his faults.”He was speaking at a screening of a documentary called ‘The Nine Lives Of Ozzy Osbourne’ in Birmingham on July 4, the day before Ozzy’s final ever performance at the Back To The Beginning concert at Villa Park.Jack said: “What are my three words to describe my dad? I would say funny, unique and powerful,” adding: “This whole weekend has been emotional.”Ozzy and son Jack(Image: More

The Prince of Darkness performed one final time with his band Black Sabbath only a matter of days before his death – one lucky fan got to experience the gig in person21:14, 22 Jul 2025Updated 21:14, 22 Jul 2025One of Ozzy Osbourne’s last gifts to the world was a sell-out charity concert in Birmingham earlier this month on July 5.However, only 45,000 fans were able to witness the epic performance at Villa Park from one of music most influential bands ever. One lucky witness was Mirror reporter Jamie Roberts – below he wrote what it was like seeing the Prince of Darkness on stage for the final time.”Ozzy Osbourne’s death has shocked the world, but for those of us lucky enough to be at Back to the Beginning the sad news feels like it was written in the stars. The 76-year-old rocker’s last gig just weeks ago saw him leave it all on stage for one last time.Ozzy Osbourne on stage during his final performance with Black Sabbath on July 5 (Image: More

Black Sabbath legend Ozzy Osbourne’s daughter Aimee has shunned the family fame and kept a low profile, but has still had a heartbreaking bond with her siblingHannah Kane Assistant News Editor, Kathryn Williams, Adam Cailler Senior reporter and Reddit team lead and Zoe Delany20:54, 22 Jul 2025Updated 20:55, 22 Jul 2025Aimee Osbourne was rarely seen(Image: More

His theatrical stage presence – including once biting off the head of a bat – and styling himself as the Prince of Darkness marked him out as a controversial figure.Meg Jorsh and Adam Cailler Senior reporter and Reddit team lead20:20, 22 Jul 2025Updated 20:20, 22 Jul 2025Ozzy was the ultimate rock n’ roll wild man. But for some of us, he’ll always be the bloke who bit the head off a bat. The rocker was performing in Des Moines, US, in 1982 when someone threw what looked like a fake rubber bat on stage.He picked it up and bit into it – then immediately realised his mistake. “My mouth was instantly full of this warm, gloopy liquid with the worst aftertaste you could possibly imagine,” he said. It had apparently already been dead, but he still had to endure nightly rabies shots for the rest of the tour.It was just one bonkers moment in a life more packed with drama than the average episode of The Osbournes. He had previously bitten the head off a dove at a CBS Records convention in Los Angeles.He was known for some wild moments(Image: More

Rocker Liam Gallagher has given the green light to love rats at Oasis’ comeback gigs by making a cheeky gag about the ‘affair-revealing’ Coldplay kiss-cam moment20:16, 22 Jul 2025Updated 20:16, 22 Jul 2025Liam Gallagher performs during the Oasis comeback tour(Image: More

The 30-year-old – who was busted for trying to smuggle cocaine with pal Melissa Reid in 2013 – reckons she’ll wow viewers because of what she learned inside prison20:00, 22 Jul 2025Michaella McCollum is joining the likes of Love Island star Chloe Burrows, footy ace Troy Deeny and S Club 7 singer Hannah Spearritt on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins(Image: More

Ozzy Osbourne, the Black Sabbath legend known to millions as The Prince of Darkness, has died at the age of 76. He had been suffering from Parkinson’s disease in the lead-up to his death19:58, 22 Jul 2025Updated 20:02, 22 Jul 2025Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne has passed away at the age of 76. The Black Sabbath icon, affectionately known as The Prince of Darkness, had been struggling with health issues in recent years, which ultimately led to his retirement from performing.He was surrounded by his loved ones at the time of his passing. The legendary musician, famous for hits like Changes, had been battling Parkinson’s disease in the lead-up to his death.Despite his health struggles, Ozzy had been working tirelessly with a therapist to prepare for a massive show in Birmingham, titled Back To The Beginning, which took place on July 5.Sharon has cared for Ozzy throughout his health woes(Image: More