Ozzy Osbourne tributes: Elton John calls legendary rocker 'a huge trailblazer'
The legendary Black Sabbath rocker died on July 22, his family confirmed in a statement to USA TODAY. He was 76.
Elton John led the tributes to Osbourne, writing on Instagram that he was a "dear friend and a huge trailblazer who secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods — a true legend." The "Rocket Man" singer also said Osbourne was "one of the funniest people I've ever met."
The Rolling Stones' Ronnie Wood wrote that he was "so very sad to hear" the news. "What a lovely goodbye concert he had," he added, referring to the farewell show that Osbourne held with Black Sabbath on July 5, just weeks before his death.
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Yungblud, who performed at that farewell show, said on X that he "didn't think you would leave so soon," noting that "the last time we met you were so full of life and your laugh filled up the room."
The singer, who dubbed Osbourne the "greatest of all time," added, "I will never forget you — you will be in every single note I sing and with me every single time I walk on stage."
Black Sabbath honors Ozzy Osbourne
The official Instagram account for Metallica also paid its respects, posting a photo of Osbourne with a broken heart emoji as the caption, while the Black Sabbath account said, "Ozzy Forever."
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The statement from Osbourne's family shared the news of his death "with more sadness than mere words can convey" and said he was "with his family and surrounded by love."
Jack White, Bret Michaels pay tribute to Ozzy Osbourne
Jack White posted a throwback photo of Osbourne on Instagram and simply wrote in the caption, "He made it."
Jason Momoa shared a photo he took with Osbourne and the rocker's wife, Sharon, while offering his tribute. "Love you @ozzyosbourne," the "Aquaman" star wrote. "All my aloha @sharonosbourne and ohana. So grateful. RIP."
Rock star Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76, weeks after final Black Sabbath show
In an X post, Flavor Flav said he was heartbroken by Osbourne's death. "We go way back and it was a real honor to watch him get inducted into the (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame) last year," he said. "Sending my love and prayers to Sharon and his kids and whole family."
Bret Michaels said on Instagram he would be dedicating all of his shows this week to Osbourne, remembering him as "one of the greatest rock legends to ever live." He added, "Ozzy, may you forever rest in peace and thank you for rocking our world."
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Actor Danny Trejo shared a photo with Osbourne and honored him as "one of the wildest souls to ever walk this Earth," adding, "Ozzy wasn't just The Prince of Darkness, he was pure light to those of us lucky enough to meet him. A heart bigger than any stage he ever rocked."
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