We are beyond broken hearted to reveal the news that heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne has passed away. The news was confirmed by his family in a statement provided to the BBC.
 “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.”
This news comes mere weeks after the Black Sabbath / Ozzy retirement farewell concert.
Osbourne was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019.
He was 76 years old.

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