Black Sabbath have launched a touching tribute to their late frontman, Ozzy Osbourne.
The legendary rock star handed away aged 76, in line with an announcement from his household.
Osbourne had simply carried out a ‘farewell present’ with the band at Villa Park, in a star-studded live performance which included, for the primary time in 20 years, Black Sabbath’s unique line-up of Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, Invoice Ward, and Osbourne.
The likes of Steven Tyler of Aerosmith, Ronnie Wooden of the Rolling Stones, and legends reminiscent of Metallica, Weapons N’ Roses and Slayer took to the stage in addition to the long-lasting 70s heavy metallic band.
In a heartfelt publish following his passing, Black Sabbath posted a photograph of Ozzy in his iconic throne on stage, merely captioned: “Ozzy Eternally”.
Osbourne’s household broke information of his passing in an emotional assertion, studying: “It’s with extra disappointment than mere phrases can convey that we have now to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has handed away this morning.
“He was along with his household and surrounded by love. We ask everybody to respect our household privateness presently.”
Osbourne was recognized with Parkinson’s illness in 2019, and was then compelled to cancel various tour exhibits.
Following a fall that 12 months, the Birmingham-born persona additionally suffered from various different well being issues.
Within the feedback, followers have paid their respects to a person who was a monumental determine in popularising the heavy metallic style.
One wrote: “RIP Prince of darkness,” with one other including: “THANK YOU, OZZY”.
A 3rd commented, referencing his nickname: “Could his soul relaxation in peace, prince of darkness.”
Different iconic bands have additionally been fast to pay tribute to the ‘Loopy Practice’ star, with Metallica additionally taking to Instagram to share an previous photograph of the band with the Black Sabbath frontman.
They merely captioned the publish with a damaged coronary heart emoji.
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