Ozzy Osbourne's final photo as Black Sabbath star snapped beaming on stage in final gig
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Ozzy was seen beaming during his final gig
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Ozzy Osbourne's social media account posted a heartbreaking statement following the rock legend's death
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The Black Sabbath star's account said that Ozzy passed away 'with his family and surrounded by love'
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The full statement from his family read: "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.
"We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.
"Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis."
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Ozzy - dubbed the Prince of Darkness who defined heavy metal - has left millions of fans mourning his devastating passing.
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