In a heart-wrenching announcement released just 30 minutes ago from Mississippi, the family of legendary rocker Ozzy Osbourne confirmed devastating news that has sent shockwaves through the music world. At the age of 76, Ozzy Osbourne, the “Prince of Darkness” and iconic frontman of Black Sabbath, has passed away. According to a brief but emotionally charged family statement, when his body was discovered, he was holding a small, worn-out photo of his children—an image that reportedly remained clutched in his hand until the very end.

The announcement came via an emotional post on the Osbourne family’s official social media channels, reading: “It is with deep sorrow that we share the loss of our beloved Ozzy. He passed peacefully earlier today in Mississippi. When he was found, he was holding a photo of the people who meant the most to him—his children. We ask for privacy as we grieve this tremendous loss.” No cause of death has been officially confirmed, though sources close to the family suggest that his long-standing health struggles, including Parkinson’s disease and post-surgical complications, may have played a role.

Ozzy had reportedly been staying at a private retreat in Mississippi for the past few weeks in an attempt to recover and rest away from the public eye. He had not made any major public appearances in recent months and was last seen in public being pushed in a wheelchair, looking visibly frail. Despite this, fans remained hopeful, inspired by his fighting spirit and refusal to give up in the face of debilitating illness. The reality now, however, is one that many hoped would never come.

The detail that Ozzy died while holding a photo of his children—likely Jack, Kelly, and Aimee—has deeply moved fans around the world. It’s a poignant reminder of the softer, more human side of the heavy metal legend. Behind the leather jackets, the bat-biting antics, and the wild persona, there was a devoted father who often described his children as his greatest achievements. Jack Osbourne once said in an interview, “My dad may be the wildest man in rock, but he’s always been there for us in his own way.”In a heart-wrenching announcement released just 30 minutes ago from Mississippi, the family of legendary rocker Ozzy Osbourne confirmed devastating news that has sent shockwaves through the music world. At the age of 76, Ozzy Osbourne, the “Prince of Darkness” and iconic frontman of Black Sabbath, has passed away. According to a brief but emotionally charged family statement, when his body was discovered, he was holding a small, worn-out photo of his children—an image that reportedly remained clutched in his hand until the very end.

The announcement came via an emotional post on the Osbourne family’s official social media channels, reading: “It is with deep sorrow that we share the loss of our beloved Ozzy. He passed peacefully earlier today in Mississippi. When he was found, he was holding a photo of the people who meant the most to him—his children. We ask for privacy as we grieve this tremendous loss.” No cause of death has been officially confirmed, though sources close to the family suggest that his long-standing health struggles, including Parkinson’s disease and post-surgical complications, may have played a role.

Ozzy had reportedly been staying at a private retreat in Mississippi for the past few weeks in an attempt to recover and rest away from the public eye. He had not made any major public appearances in recent months and was last seen in public being pushed in a wheelchair, looking visibly frail. Despite this, fans remained hopeful, inspired by his fighting spirit and refusal to give up in the face of debilitating illness. The reality now, however, is one that many hoped would never come.

The detail that Ozzy died while holding a photo of his children—likely Jack, Kelly, and Aimee—has deeply moved fans around the world. It’s a poignant reminder of the softer, more human side of the heavy metal legend. Behind the leather jackets, the bat-biting antics, and the wild persona, there was a devoted father who often described his children as his greatest achievements. Jack Osbourne once said in an interview, “My dad may be the wildest man in rock, but he’s always been there for us in his own way.”

As news of his death spreads, tributes have begun pouring in from every corner of the entertainment world. Sharon Osbourne, his wife of over 40 years, has yet to release a personal message, but her team confirmed she is “completely devastated and by his side in his final moments.” Fans across the globe are gathering at makeshift memorials—outside his Los Angeles mansion, in front of Black Sabbath’s commemorative plaques in Birmingham, and now, in Mississippi, where candles and photos of the metal icon line the sidewalks.

Fellow musicians have taken to social media to express their sorrow. Metallica’s James Hetfield tweeted, “We owe everything to Ozzy. He was the original. No one will ever fill his shoes.” Meanwhile, Gene Simmons of KISS simply wrote, “Heartbroken. Rest in Power, Ozzy.” Even those outside of the rock world are mourning, with actors, athletes, and public figures praising Ozzy’s influence and rebellious spirit.

For fans, the loss is personal. Many grew up with his music, found identity in his lyrics, or were comforted by his brutal honesty and raw vulnerability. The fact that he left this world holding onto a family photo has only deepened the emotional impact. One fan posted on Twitter: “He went out like a true legend. Not with fireworks, but with love in his hands. That’s Ozzy.”

Born John Michael Osbourne in Birmingham, England, Ozzy rose to global fame as the frontman of Black Sabbath, pioneering a genre and redefining what it meant to be a rock star. He battled addiction, health issues, public scrutiny, and even reality TV fame, but through it all, he remained unapologetically himself. From “Paranoid” to “Mama, I’m Coming Home,” his voice will echo for generations.

While the world mourns, one thing is clear: Ozzy Osbourne was more than a musician. He was a symbol of rebellion, resilience, and raw emotion. His legacy will live on in the records he made, the lives he touched, and the photo he held onto until the end—a quiet testament to what truly mattered to him.

May he rest in peace.

Ozzy Osbourne, days before the tragic announcement

A family photo Ozzy was said to have clutched when he was found

Fans gather in front of the Mississippi estate to pay their respects

Jack, Kelly, and Aimee Osbourne with their father during better times

A tribute mural already painted in Birmingham, UK

This is a developing story. Updates will follow.