Reactions to the death of "legend" Ozzy Osbourne
"A true legend," a "unique presence," and a "fearless talent." Tributes are pouring in from around the world for Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne, who died this Tuesday at the age of 76, three weeks after retiring from the stage at a concert in the city where the band was born.
"This is such heartbreaking news that I can't find the words. There will never be another like him. Geezer, Bill, and I have lost our brother," lamented Black Sabbath guitarist Tommy Iommi. The band's bassist, Terence Butler, left a message of gratitude to Osbourne for the years they spent together. "We had a blast. Four kids from Aston—who would have thought?" he wrote on Instagram.
I just can't believe it! My dear friend Ozzy has passed away only weeks after our show at Villa Park. It's just such heartbreaking news that I can't really find the words, there won't ever be another like him. Geezer, Bill and myself have lost our brother.
My thoughts go… pic.twitter.com/tW9OMhvL47
— Tony Iommi (@tonyiommi) July 22, 2025
Also taking to social media, Metallica mourned the death of Osbourne, whom they described as a "hero, icon, pioneer, inspiration, mentor, and, most of all, friend." "Ozzy and Sharon believed in us and transformed our lives and careers. He taught us how to play in the big leagues, while also being warm, welcoming, engaging, and brilliant," read a joint statement.
Ozzy Rip
It's impossible to put into words what Ozzy Osbourne has meant to Metallica. Hero, icon, pioneer, inspiration, mentor, and, most of all, friend are a few that come to mind. Ozzy and Sharon believed in us and transformed our lives and careers. He taught us how to play… pic.twitter.com/Am4UZbLXpw
— Metallica (@Metallica) July 22, 2025
In an Instagram post , Elton John remembered his "dear friend" and "great pioneer." "He secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods—a true legend. He was also one of the funniest people I've ever met. I will miss him terribly," he wrote, sharing a photo of the two. Meanwhile, Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood recalled the "beautiful" farewell concert in Birmingham.
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I am so very sad to hear of the death of Ozzy Osbourne ???????? What a lovely goodbye concert he had at Back To The Beginning in Birmingham????☀️❤️???? pic.twitter.com/Z6V2CNXWNG
— Ronnie Wood (@ronniewood) July 22, 2025
Musician Rod Stewart also responded: "See you up there—hopefully sooner rather than later." Queen guitarist Brian May expressed his gratitude for having been able to exchange a few quiet words with Osbourne at the end of his final concert at Villa Park, which he described as a "glorious" farewell. He emphasized that the world will miss the musician's "unique presence" and "fearless talent."
Mike McCready, guitarist and founder of Pearl Jam, recalled how he "discovered" Black Sabbath when he was in high school: "It was Ozzy's voice that took me to a dark universe. A wonderful escape." "Thank you for the music, Ozzy, it makes our journey in life better," he wrote.
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