Ozzy Osbourne dies: Mysterious death of the metal icon shocks fans

Ozzy Osbourne dies: Mysterious death of the metal icon shocks fans

The sudden death of Ozzy Osbourne shocked the music world. The eccentric rock musician, known as the frontman of Black Sabbath, died on July 22, 2025 at the age of 76, leaving behind a shocked fan base. Despite his advanced age and health challenges, Osbourne, who was born on December 3, 1948 in Birmingham, England, announced his very own “Back to the Beginning” concert in July 2025, symbolizing the full circle of his career. This was reported by [nadr.de](https://www.nadr.de/aktuelles/todesursache-ozzy-osbourne-was- aktuell-hinter-seinem-ploetzlichen-tod-steckt/).

Osbourne suffered greatly from various health problems in the last years of his life. His diagnoses included a genetic form of Parkinson's disease (Parkin-2 variant), which had plagued him since 2019. As the Medical Tribune explains, older Parkinson's patients often face an increased risk of death, especially if they take multiple medications at the same time. In Ozzy's case, the situation was tense: he was taking more than 40 medications a day, which significantly affected his quality of life.

The last few months in focus

Despite his health limitations, Osbourne remained in the spotlight. His last public appearance was on July 5, 2025 at the aforementioned concert in Birmingham, where he sat on a specially made chair. This symbolic performance 17 days before his death showed once again how much he loved music. He even announced that he would die a happy man at the end of the concert.

In an interview he spoke openly about his health, which has also had a positive impact on the perception of diseases such as Parkinson's. His handling of this challenge gave many people courage. Ozzy, also known as the “Godfather of Metal,” was aware of the magnitude of his situation and tried to remain creative despite his limitations.

The sad circumstances of his death

The exact cause of death remains unclear to this day as the family did not release any specific details. Rumors of a stroke or heart attack were immediately dismissed. In the years before his death, Osbourne also struggled with respiratory problems and the effects of a 2003 ATV accident.

As the Timm-Mittelhessen highlights, the rock star's mobility was severely restricted. Sharon Osbourne, his wife, described his health as unstable, with his legs particularly badly affected. This contributed to him eventually losing the difficult battle against his illnesses.

Ozzy Osbourne not only leaves behind a significant musical legacy, but also a little light on the often taboo topic of illness. His story has inspired many, and the support of his family remains one of the best examples of solidarity in difficult times. His most recent concert raised nearly $190 million for charities, including organizations focused on Parkinson's research and children's charities.