Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary heavy metal singer and frontman of Black Sabbath, has passed away at the age of 76. His death came just two weeks after celebrating his 43rd wedding anniversary with his wife, Sharon Osbourne. Ozzy, who was born John Michael Osbourne on December 3, 1948, was known as ‘The Prince of Darkness’ for his iconic stage persona and his indelible mark on the music industry. His death was announced by the Osbournes through Fox News Digital, with a message that emphasized the family’s love and support during their time of grief.
Ozzy and Sharon’s love story, which has been explored through their reality show ‘The Osbournes,’ has been a rollercoaster of triumphs and trials. Their relationship, which began in 1970 when Sharon’s father, Don Arden, became the manager of Black Sabbath, was initially platonic. It wasn’t until years later that their relationship turned romantic, with Sharon encouraging Ozzy to get back on his feet after his dismissal from Black Sabbath due to substance abuse issues. Their marriage in 1982 marked the beginning of a decades-long partnership, which saw the couple overcome challenges such as addiction, infidelity, and even a violent incident where Ozzy attempted to strangle Sharon.
Despite these hardships, Ozzy and Sharon’s bond endured, leading to renewed vows in 2017. Ozzy addressed his past infidelity, stating that without Sharon, he was nothing, and that he had never loved anyone other than his wife. Sharon, reflecting on their 35 years together, acknowledged moments where she fell out of love and then back again. Their love story remained a central piece of their lives, with plans in the works for a biopic and a reality show that would further document their journey. Ozzy’s legacy, both in music and life, will continue to be remembered and celebrated by fans around the world.