Ozzy Osbourne suffered from heartbreaking condition for years before his death

His family confirmed news of Ozzy's death last night

His death was confirmed by the Osbourne family last night, who said: “It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love.” 

The 76-year-old's tragic death occurred just weeks after he took part in the Black Sabbath farewell gig at Birmingham’s Villa Park, a show that raised more than £140 million for charity.

A portion of those earnings went towards research into Parkinson's disease, which is a cause that was very close to Ozzy's heart.

Back in 2020, Ozzy Osbourne revealed he had been diagnosed with the condition after a bad fall the year earlier.

That diagnosis was one of the key motivating factors behind organising this month's final show, as Ozzy wanted to perform one last time while he still could.

Back in May, he told The Guardian: “I’ve been lying on my back doing nothing and the first thing to go is your strength. It’s like starting all over again.”

Ozzy added, “I’ll be there, and I’ll do the best I can. So all I can do is turn up.”

Although Ozzy appeared on stage throughout the night, he was unable to stand and instead had to join in from a black throne. 

At the end of the show, the 76-year-old told his audience: "You've no idea how I feel - thank you from the bottom of my heart."

Ozzy Osbourne leaves behind a legendary legacy.

Black Sabbath have sold more than 70 million albums worldwide, while Ozzy sold a further 30 million as a solo artist.  

Since news of Ozzy's death, tributes have poured in from some of the biggest names in music, as they remember one of the greatest artists of the 20th century.

Rock singer Yungblud — who also performed at the Black Sabbath farewell show — said: "I will never forget you - you will be in every single note I sing and with me every single time I walk on stage.

"Your cross around my neck is the most precious thing I own. You asked me once if there was anything you could do for me and as I said then and as I will say now for all of us the music was enough. You took us on your adventure - an adventure that started it all."