Earlier this month, the world of rock and steel descended on Birmingham to pay tribute to Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath. And now, musicians throughout the globe are paying tribute as soon as extra, following the shock information that Osbourne, with the mud barely settled on his triumphant homecoming, has handed away on the age of 76.
“It’s with extra unhappiness than mere phrases can convey that we’ve to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has handed away this morning,” learn the official assertion. “He was together with his household and surrounded by love.”
Beneath, the world reacts, from musicians and media organisations to politicians, sports activities franchises and Hollywood A-listers.
Tony Iommi: “I simply can’t consider it! My expensive, expensive buddy Ozzy has handed away solely weeks after our present at Villa Park.
“It’s simply such heartbreaking information that I can’t actually discover the phrases. There received’t ever be one other like him. Geezer, Invoice and myself have misplaced our brother.
“My ideas exit to Sharon and all of the Osbourne household. Relaxation in peace, Oz.”
Geezer Butler: “Goodbye, expensive buddy. “Thanks for all these years. We had some nice enjoyable. 4 children from Aston. Who’d have thought, eh?
“So glad we obtained to do it one final time, again in Aston. Love you.”
Invoice Ward: “The place will I discover you now? Within the reminiscences, our unstated embraces, our missed cellphone calls, no, you’re endlessly in my coronary heart. Deepest condolences to Sharon and all relations. RIP. Honest regrets to all of the followers. By no means goodbye. Thanks, endlessly.”
Robert Plant: “Farewell Ozzy. What a journey. Sail on up there, lastly at peace. You actually modified the planet of rock!”
Judas Priest: “Our hearts are damaged like thousands and thousands world wide. Phrases cannot categorical the love and loss we’re all feeling. Sharon, might God encompass you and your stunning household with love, peace and light-weight. Ozzy, you’ll by no means go away us — your music is everlasting. God blesses you now greater than ever after you blessed us all by means of your magnificent life.”
Metallica: “It’s unimaginable to place into phrases what Ozzy Osbourne has meant to Metallica. Hero, icon, pioneer, inspiration, mentor, and, most of all, buddy are a number of that come to thoughts. Ozzy and Sharon believed in us and remodeled our lives and careers.
“He taught us find out how to play within the massive leagues whereas on the similar time being heat, welcoming, partaking, and throughout sensible. We’re heartbroken and devastated by this loss and ship our love and condolences to Sharon and their household, bandmates, and his very giant circle of mates. He left an unbelievable legacy and can be sorely missed.”
Aerosmith: “We’re heartbroken to listen to concerning the passing of our brother in rock, Ozzy Osbourne. A voice that modified music endlessly. From Black Sabbath to his solo work, Ozzy redefined what it meant to be heavy. He did all of it with coronary heart, grit, and that wild spirit solely he may carry. Our love goes out to Sharon, his household, his band, and the thousands and thousands world wide who felt his hearth. Rock on, Ozzy. You can be missed, however by no means forgotten!”
Gene Simmons: “Unhappy to report Ozzy has handed away. He was an enormous. Admired and cherished by thousands and thousands of followers worldwide. Prayers and condolences exit to the Osborne household.”
Paul Stanley: “Now we have misplaced a legend. From Sabbath to Blizzard and onward, Ozzy has impacted numerous bands, and that won’t finish. Kiss was humbled to be a gap band for Sabbath within the mid-70s. By way of the a long time I’ve identified him, Ozzy has all the time been a sort and really humorous soul. Fly excessive now.”
Elton John: “He was an expensive buddy and an enormous trailblazer who secured his place within the pantheon of rock gods – a real legend. He was additionally one of many funniest folks I’ve ever met. I’ll miss him dearly. To Sharon and the household, I ship my condolences and love.”
Aston Villa FC: “Aston Villa Soccer Membership is saddened to study that world-renowned rockstar and Villan, Ozzy Osbourne, has handed away. Rising up in Aston, not removed from Villa Park, Ozzy all the time held a particular connection to the membership and the group he got here from. The ideas of everybody at Aston Villa are together with his spouse Sharon, his household, mates, and numerous followers at this extraordinarily tough time. Relaxation in peace, Ozzy.”
New England Patriots: “The New England Patriots are saddened to study of the passing of music legend Ozzy Osbourne, who offered the enduring intro for Patriots video games for over 20 years. Condolences to his household and all who mourn his loss.”
Pearl Jam (Mike McCready): “Once I was in highschool, I found Sabbath. Battle Pigs was terrifying and mesmerising on the similar time. It was Ozzy’s voice that took me away to a darkish universe. An excellent escape. Then, when the Blizzard of Ounces document got here out, I used to be immediately a fan. Randy Rhoads was an affect on me to play lead guitar. Fortunately, I obtained to play on the track Immortal on the final document. Thanks for the music, Ozzy, it makes our journey in life higher.”
Steve Vai: “I had the nice privilege of working with Ozzy in my studio for 3 months again within the 90s. He was sharp, he knew what he preferred and knew what he didn’t like, he labored arduous and he was completely the funniest individual I ever met. I can’t think about what the steel panorama would have been like if not for him.
“Sharon was the air that he breathed. My deep condolences to the household.
“You so delivered, expensive Prince of Darkness. You have been all the time full of such a brilliant mild, and we’re grateful.”
Rival Sons (Scott Vacation): “We had the nice fortune of spending a 12 months and a few months opening for Ozzy and Black Sabbath, the nice honour of presenting the fellows with their Grammy Lifetime Achievement Awards, and absolutely the blessing in having the ability to be part of the Again To The Starting live performance.
“Ozzy was a legend of legends. Who’s been extra uncompromisingly FUN than Ozzy? Critically! What a present he gave us! He was a legend earlier than I used to be born, and, by the point I do know what an Ozzy is, he’s already simply the raddest, funnest, giving-zero-fucks, impassioned rock’n’roll superhero.
“However what I used to be in a position to study whereas spending the time we had collectively was: ‘the large unhealthy darkish lord of steel’ was truly the warmest, kindest and funniest man you can know. A household man. Somebody fast to supply a smile and encouragement. Somebody who by no means stopped giving us a tremendous, enjoyable time, proper till the literal finish. Simply unbelievable.”
David Draiman: “Goodbye, my expensive trainer. A father to all of us. My buddy. I like you Ozzy, and I’ll miss you terribly.”
AC/DC: “So unhappy! An excellent loss to all that cherished him.”
Mötley Crüe: “Thanks for all that you simply did for music and for Mötley Crüe. None of this might be the identical if it wasn’t for you, and you can be missed. Our ideas are with the Osbourne household.”
System Of A Down (Serj Tankian): “Ozzy was our musical Godfather, inducting us into the world of Ozzfest as a younger band. He was all the time humorous with a disdain for hypocrisy, a high quality I’ll endlessly admire and cherish.”
Religion No Extra (Mikle Bordin): “It’s arduous to place into phrases the influence this Man has had on my life, profession, and household. Grateful from the underside of my coronary heart for each single second alongside the way in which. Proud to have performed even a small half within the monumental story. Relaxation In Peace to The Massive Boss, we love you so very a lot. Thanks for what you gave us, which is every thing you had. My love and condolences to All of The Household.”
Joe Elliott: “Kinda misplaced for phrases right here. We toured with Ozzy in 1981 and he, the band and Sharon have been so supportive. He all the time had time for a chat, took us below his wing and confirmed us how and the way to not occasion, and performed us the second album months earlier than it got here out.
“He was humorous, charming and I, for one, am eternally grateful to have had the prospect to spend treasured time with him through the years. All my like to Sharon and the youngsters.. God bless you, Ozzy.”
Flavour Flav: “Man, actual heartbroken over the passing of Ozzy Osbourne. We go means again, and it was an actual honour to observe him get inducted into the Rock & Roll Corridor Of Fame final 12 months. Sending my love and prayers to Sharon and his children and complete household. RIP.”
Ice T: “RIP Ozzy. Proper after the latest enormous Black Sabbath remaining live performance. Unhappy. In my view, the creators of heavy steel.”
T-Ache: “Heartbroken by the information. I used to be blessed to have the ability to cowl Battle Pigs and get your recognition. Ozzy Perpetually.”
Cypress Hill (B-Actual): “His influence was monumental, his story was like no different, and he meant a lot to many people rising as much as his music. Exterior of hip hop, earlier than I even knew what the style was, he was certainly one of my musical idols. Blizzard Of Ounces and Diary Of A Mad Man blew my younger thoughts.
“Later, discovering his work in Black Sabbath cemented him as certainly one of my favorite artists ever. The legend that he’s, he blessed us with one final efficiency earlier than saying goodbye, and folks will now realise how particular that was. He’s gone however won’t ever be forgotten. Lengthy dwell the spirit of Ozzy.”
Jon Bon Jovi: “A lot like to Sharon and the gorgeous Osbourne Household. So sorry to listen to of your loss. Relaxation simple, Ozzy.”
Adam Sandler: “Whether or not we have been in our basements with our brothers, within the woods with our buddies, within the automobile, at a keg occasion, on a ship, at soccer observe, at a sleepover, no one was extra badass to crank up on our audio system than the one and solely prince of darkness – Ozzy Osborne! Beloved him rather a lot, like all of us did! Sending like to the household and so glad to have hung out with the legend himself. RIP.”
Dave Mustaine: “I’m gonna miss you. Not practically as a lot as your unbelievable soulmate, Mrs. Osbourne. Thanks for every thing you’ve completed for us all.”
Triple H: “Rock and Roll Heaven simply obtained The Prince of Darkness, and if I do know Lem, he requested what took you so fkn’g lengthy to rise up there!! Ozzy was certainly one of a sort. His relentless ardour for music was one thing I all the time appeared as much as. From the second I heard the primary riff of Paranoid I used to be hooked on this sound that I by no means heard earlier than.
“My dream changed into actuality as Ozzy turned concerned with WWE and was ultimately inducted into the Corridor of Fame. My condolences to Sharon, your kids and grandchildren who had the lucky pleasure of your time. Give Lem a hug from me and I am going to see you on the opposite aspect. Give ’em Hell, Ozzy.”
WWE: “WWE is saddened to study that music icon and WWE Corridor of Famer Ozzy Osbourne has handed away. WWE extends its condolences to Osbourne’s household, mates, and followers.
Donny Osmond: “Remembering my brother in music, Ozzy Osbourne. I’ve all the time appeared again at this business we shot in ’03 so fondly. The final time we spoke was backstage of Dancing With The Stars, season 9, when he informed me how a lot he cherished the Osmond track, Loopy Horses …speak about loopy!”
Danny Trejo: “Right this moment we misplaced one of many wildest souls to ever stroll this Earth. Ozzy wasn’t simply The Prince Of Darkness, he was pure mild to these of us fortunate sufficient to satisfy him. A coronary heart larger than any stage he ever rocked. My coronary heart goes out to Sharon and the Children. Save me a seat backstage up there, carnál. Love you endlessly.
Pixies: “RIP Ozzy Osbourne. Thanks to a legend.”
Piers Morgan: “One of many biggest rock stars in historical past, and an exquisite character. Really one of many funniest folks I’ve ever identified. I as soon as requested him what was the very best second of his life and he replied immediately: ‘Assembly Sharon.’ My coronary heart breaks for her.
“If Ozzy may have scripted his finale from this planet, he’d have chosen to be performing dwell again in his hometown, together with his outdated band, supported backstage by Sharon and their kids. It was the proper ending to an unbelievable profession, and an unbelievable life.”
Lamb Of God: “The loss we really feel at present is immeasurable. Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath created heavy steel, and with it, they created a world wherein generations of individuals may really feel accepted and welcome, secure and free to be their genuine selves, figuring out that they received’t ever be alone.
“Ozzy modified the world, and for thousands and thousands of individuals everywhere in the world, it’s practically unimaginable to think about the place we may be if he hadn’t. So at the same time as we mourn his passing, we rejoice his life. What a life it was! And the way generously Ozzy and his household shared it with us!
“On a extra private word, the whole Osbourne household was instrumental in serving to help and information the early phases of Lamb of God’s profession. They all the time believed in us. We’re endlessly grateful for the help and love they’ve proven us, and, most of all, for the music they’ve given to all of us. We love you, Ozzy.”
Evanescence: “Thanks for the inspiration, the enjoyment, the magic within the darkness. Perpetually grateful we obtained to share the stage. We’ll be blasting your music within the dressing room identical to all the time as we prepare for each present! You are a real legend, Ozzy. You can be missed.”
Metal Panther: “For the music, for the inspiration, for every thing. Thanks, Ozzy.”
Soil: “We owe Ozzy, Sharon, Jack and the Osbourne household a lot. The inspiration, the acceptance, and the love. Ozzy, you might be true legend and one of many biggest people we’ve had the pleasure to share instances on and off stage with. Elevate some hell in heaven (we’re positive you already are!)”
MTV: “We’re deeply saddened to study that rock’n’roll icon Ozzy Osbourne, famously referred to as the Prince of Darkness, handed away this morning. Our hearts are together with his household, family members, and plenty of devoted followers throughout this time. We all know his legacy will dwell on by means of music lovers world wide.”
Huey Lewis: “So unhappy about Ozzy Osbourne. I recorded a Clover album in 1975 or 1976 in Rockfield Wales on the similar studio as Sabbath and we performed soccer at lunch a number of days collectively. He was very savvy, very candy, and really humorous. He can be missed.”
Governor Gavin Newsome: “Ozzy Osbourne was a person of multitudes: larger-than-life, but truthfully human. From California’s phases to international affect, his influence is plain. His legacy will dwell on by means of his music, his followers, and his household.”
Staind (Mike Mushok): “The depths of your affect are far too nice to grasp. From legendary Black Sabbath albums to legendary solo albums, all whereas defining what a “Rock Star” is. I had this image on my wall rising up as I performed guitar for hours on finish, a number of that point spent taking part in your music. My coronary heart goes out to the Osbourne household; so sorry in your loss. The rock group won’t ever be the identical. RIP, Legend.”
Korn (Jonathan Davis): “This man meant the world to me. He was certainly one of my musical heroes and did a lot for me personally and for Korn. I’m going to overlook our little chats. My coronary heart goes out to Sharon Osbourne and the household. Relaxation in peace, my brother. Your reminiscence and what you have got completed for music will dwell endlessly.”
Vernon Reid: “Ozzy Osborne. Black Sabbath. Broke each rule. Particularly their very own. Ozzy Osbourne was Bigger Than Life in ways in which defy mere description. Feared. Beloved. Revered. Metallic started with Him. In addition to its ensuing panic. He modified every thing. Farewell To The King!”
Blackberry Smokle (Paul Jackson): “Ozzy, thanks in your dedication to rock’n’roll and to all of us who cherished your music. You’ll, no doubt, be missed, and you’ll by no means be forgotten. My condolences to the Osbourne household and to all of the followers world wide. We promised to all the time Go F’ing Loopy whereas listening to the present you gave to us all!”
Frank Bruno: “RIP, Ozzy Osbourne. we met a number of instances years in the past. He known as me ‘massive man’ when he requested me if I preferred rock music. I mentioned, ‘soul and reggae was my factor.’ He mentioned, “give me a day, massive man, and you’ll love rock music.’ A personality, a humorous man, and a legend who we is not going to see the likes of ever once more.”
Foo Fighters: “Relaxation in peace, Ozzy. And thanks for a lifetime of inspiration. Rock’n’roll wouldn’t be as loud or as enjoyable with out you. You can be endlessly missed. Our deepest condolences to the whole Osbourne and Sabbath household.”
Parkinson’s Basis: “The Parkinson’s Basis is deeply saddened by the passing of music legend Ozzy Osbourne, simply weeks after his farewell present. Since his Parkinson’s illness analysis in 2019, Osbourne publicly shared his journey and introduced better consciousness to the challenges of residing with PD. We lengthen our heartfelt condolences to his household, mates and followers as we honour his legacy and proceed to battle for everybody impacted by Parkinson’s.”
Europe: “Ozzy and Sabbath had given us a lot! Let’s keep in mind the melodies, the riffs, the insanity, the tales, the unbelievably highly effective inspiration and steerage.”
Pantera: “Thanks for all that you simply did for steel and Pantera. We wouldn’t be right here if it wasn’t for you. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Amy and Louis, we’re so very sorry in your loss.”
Joe Bonamassa: “That is devastating information. A one-of-a-kind singer, artist, persona and larger-than-life performer. I had the honour of taking part in a solo on his Undercover album 20 years in the past. Relaxation in Peace.”
David Coverdale: “My honest condolences to Sharon, the household, mates and followers.”
Stevie Van Zandt: “”RIP Ozzy. One in all a sort. We opened for him as soon as. Him and the band as good as might be. I might solely run into him each 5 years or so, and he all the time made a degree to say hey. Did his spouse Sharon’s TV present and he or she was great additionally. Deepest condolences to Sharon, Aimee, Kelly, and Jack. Irreplaceable legend.”
Zakk Wylde: “Thanks for blessing the world together with your kindness and greatness, Oz. You introduced mild into so many lives and made the world a greater place. You lived with the center of a lion. I thank the great lord day by day for blessing my life with you in it. I like you, Oz, past endlessly.”
Tom Morello: “God bless you, Ozzy.”
