🕯️ Ozzy Osbourne Dies at 76 — A Final Goodbye to the Prince of Darkness
Date: July 22, 2025
Rock legend and cultural icon Ozzy Osbourne has passed away at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy that defined heavy metal, shocked audiences, and even embraced the world of NFTs. Known worldwide as the “Prince of Darkness,” Ozzy died peacefully surrounded by family, according to a statement released by his family.
🩺 Cause of Death
Ozzy had been battling Parkinson’s disease since 2019 and faced serious spinal complications following a fall in 2019. According to Page Six, these conditions significantly worsened over the past year and were cited as primary contributors to his passing.
🎤 Final Performance & Farewell
Earlier this month, Ozzy surprised fans by reuniting with the original Black Sabbath lineup for one last show, dubbed Back to the Beginning. The event was held in Birmingham and grossed over £140 million in donations, serving as a powerful final bow to his musical journey. Even while seated due to mobility issues, Ozzy’s energy lit up the arena one last time.
🦇 The Infamous Bat-Biting Incident
In 1982, during a concert in Des Moines, Iowa, Ozzy bit the head off a bat thrown on stage—an act that became both infamous and iconic. Though he believed it was fake, the bat was real, and he was rushed to the hospital for rabies shots. The moment became a defining image of Ozzy’s wild persona.
🧬 CryptoBatz — Ozzy in Web3
In 2022, Ozzy launched CryptoBatz, an NFT collection of 9,666 pixel-art vampire bats that could “bite” other NFTs and create unique MutantBatz. The collection sold out quickly and became one of the most talked-about celebrity Web3 projects.
Developed in partnership with Sutter Systems, CryptoBatz was inspired directly by Ozzy’s bat-biting lore. While early issues with phishing scams plagued the rollout, it ultimately became a cult favorite among crypto collectors. You can explore the collection on OpenSea.
💬 Family Statement
The Osbourne family released a heartfelt message:
“Ozzy passed peacefully surrounded by love. His legacy will live on through the music, the moments, and the madness.”
🎬 Ozzy’s Enduring Impact
From Black Sabbath to The Osbournes reality show, from Prince of Darkness to NFT innovator, Ozzy’s career defied boundaries. He lived unfiltered, unapologetically, and chaotically creative to the very end. In a 2023 interview, he said: “If it ends tomorrow, I can’t complain. I’ve done it all.”
Rest in Power, Ozzy. 🖤 You may have left the stage, but your roar lives on forever.
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