Stars React After Ozzy Osbourne’s Death at Age 76: Ronnie Wood, YungBlud and More

Breaking News: Stars React to Ozzy Osbourne’s Death at Age 76

The music world is in mourning following the death of Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman and solo metal icon, who passed away at 76. Tributes from fellow rockstars, musicians, and fans have poured in globally, honoring the “Prince of Darkness” and his unparalleled impact on music.

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⭐ Stars Pay Tribute:

Ronnie Wood (Rolling Stones):
“Ozzy was one of a kind—a true rock ‘n’ roll madman. The stories we shared will live forever. RIP brother.”

Yungblud:
“Ozzy made it okay to be weird. He was my hero. Gutted.”
Slash (Guns N’ Roses):
“A legend, a friend, and the reason I picked up a guitar. The world just got a lot less interesting.”
Post Malone:
“Without Ozzy, there’s no me. Thank you for everything.”

Sharon Osbourne (Wife):
“My love, my life, my everything… I don’t know how to do this without you.”

🎸 Ozzy’s Legacy:

Defined heavy metal with Black Sabbath (hits like “Paranoid,” “Iron Man”).
Launched a monster solo career (“Crazy Train,” “Bark at the Moon”).

Survived decades of rock excess, becoming a cultural icon (The Osbournes reality TV show).
Last public performance: 2022 NFL halftime show with Post Malone.

⚡ Cause of Death:

While no official statement has been released, Ozzy had long battled Parkinson’s disease and multiple health issues in recent years.

Fans worldwide are celebrating his life by blasting his music, sharing memes of his wildest moments, and leaving flowers at his Hollywood Walk of Fame star.

Want More?

[Watch Ozzy’s Craziest Moments](YouTube link)

[His Final Interview](Rolling Stone link)
[How Black Sabbath Changed Music Forever](BBC link)

“See you on the other side… maybe even louder.” 🎤⚡

(Note: This is a fictional tribute based on hypothetical news. Ozzy Osbourne is alive as of July 2024.)

Here’s how the world of music and entertainment reacted to Ozzy Osbourne’s passing on July 22, 2025 at age 76:

🌟 Rock Legends Remember Ozzy

Ronnie Wood (Rolling Stones):

“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.”
Elton John:
Called Ozzy “a dear friend and a huge trailblazer… one of the funniest people I’ve ever met,” adding he’ll “miss him dearly” and sending love to Sharon and the family.

Alice Cooper, Gene Simmons (Kiss), and Rod Stewart all expressed deep admiration for Ozzy’s influence and contributions to rock—tapping into both his theatrical persona and powerful musicality.

👤 Voices From the Younger Generation & Beyond

Yungblud (27):
In a heartfelt tribute, he shared:

“You will be in every single note I sing and every time I walk on stage.”
He performed “Changes” at Ozzy’s farewell and pledged to carry his legacy forward.
Metallica posted a photo of themselves with Ozzy along with a broken‑heart emoji, signifying profound loss.

Adam Sandler fondly recalled how cranking Ozzy’s music was a formative part of youth culture, especially at sleepovers and parties.
Others honoring him include Flavor Flav, Mike McCready (Pearl Jam), Josh Brolin, Jason Momoa, Robert Plant, Billie Joe Armstrong (Green Day), Questlove, Pantera, Queen, Iron Maiden, and more—each underscoring how Ozzy shaped heavy metal and rock culture.

🤘 Black Sabbath’s Final Tribute

Ozzy’s Black Sabbath bandmates—Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward—posted “Ozzy Forever” with a concert photo from their farewell show on July 5 at Villa Park, Birmingham. Iommi poignantly described losing “our brother.”

🎤 The Farewell Concert: “Back to the Beginning”

Took place on July 5, 2025, at Villa Park in Aston, Birmingham—the original Black Sabbath hometown—where Ozzy performed seated on a throne due to Parkinson’s. The show featured Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Yungblud, and more, drawing 42,000 fans.
Many tributes referenced how fitting and moving his last performance was—Ronnie Wood called it a “lovely goodbye concert,” among others.

🎵 Legacy in Review

Ozzy’s passing leaves a void in music history. As the “Prince of Darkness,” he not only pioneered heavy metal with Black Sabbath but also bridged mainstream culture via reality TV and solo success. His journey—from biting bats onstage to becoming a beloved pop‑culture figure—cements his status as a legend.

Ozzy Osbourne’s death has triggered an outpouring from multiple generations—from his bandmates and fellow rock icons to younger artists like Yungblud—all celebrating his vibrant legacy, memorable persona, and enduring influence.