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Economic Times
17 hours ago
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- Economic Times
Who is Ozzy Osbourne? See complete details about musical legend's real name, nickname, age, family, homes, net worth, musical career, reality television stint and legacy
Ozzy Osbourne Early Life and Real Name AP Ozzy Osbourne gave his final Black Sabbath performance at Villa Park, Birmingham, on July 5, 2025. Ozzy Osbourne Nickname 'Prince of Darkness' Live Events Ozzy Osbourne Age and Death Ozzy Osbourne Musical Career and Legacy AP FILE - Ozzy Osbourne poses with a prop at the "Black Sabbath: 13 3D" maze at Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights on Sept. 17, 2013, in Universal City, Calif. (Photo by John Shearer/Invision/AP, File) AP FILE - Ozzy Osbourne, left, performs, Jan. 17, 1985, at the Rock in Rio music festival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (AP Photo, File) Ozzy Osbourne Family and Personal Life AP FILE - Rock singer Ozzy Osbourne poses for a photo in Los Angeles on Dec. 21, 1981. (AP Photo/Douglas Pizac, file) AP Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne: Ozzy Osbourne, legendary rock icon, passes away at 76. AP FILE - Rock musician Ozzy Osbourne embraces his fiancee, Sharon Arden, in Los Angeles, on Dec. 21, 1981. (AP Photo/Douglas Pizac, File) Ozzy Osbourne Net Worth and Homes Ozzy Osbourne Reality Television Stint AP FILE - Heavy metal rock star Ozzy Osbourne poses at the Peninsula Hotel in New York, July 27, 2000. (AP Photo/Jeff Geissler, file) FAQs (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel He was often called the ' Prince of Darkness .' Known for his unique voice and stage presence, his work helped shape the heavy metal Osbourne was born as John Michael Osbourne on December 3, 1948, in Birmingham, England. He was raised in a working-class family. He left school at age 15. Before his music career, he worked in factories and even served prison time after a robbery nickname 'Prince of Darkness' started during his time with Black Sabbath in the early 1970s. The band's sound and the dark themes in their music made fans associate them with satanic imagery. During live performances, especially the song 'Black Sabbath,' audiences reacted strongly. Osbourne's stage persona reinforced this image. In a 2016 interview, he said the label came from those early reactions. He did not choose the name himself, but it became a lasting part of his Osbourne was 76 years old when he died. He passed away on a Tuesday, surrounded by his family. The official cause of death was not disclosed. However, Osbourne had experienced multiple health issues in recent years, including Parkinson's disease, neck injuries, and COVID-19 1969, Osbourne helped form Black Sabbath with Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi, and Bill Ward. Their debut album came out in 1970. Although critics were not supportive at first, albums like Paranoid and Master of Reality gained major commercial 1979, Osbourne was removed from Black Sabbath due to substance abuse problems. He soon launched a solo career starting with the album Blizzard of Ozz. Over the years, he released several successful albums and later reunited with Black Sabbath for select sold more than 100 million records. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and received awards as both a band member and solo Osbourne was first married to Thelma Riley. They had three children. In 1982, he married Sharon Osbourne, who also became his manager. Together they had three children. The family lived between the United States and the time of his death, Ozzy Osbourne's net worth was estimated at $220 million. His earnings came from music, television, real estate, and other the years, Ozzy and Sharon made several property deals. They sold homes in Malibu and Hidden Hills and purchased two units in Los Angeles' Sierra Towers for $6.3 million. In 2022, they listed their Hancock Park mansion for $18 became known to a wider audience through reality television. He starred in The Osbournes, a show about his family life. He also appeared in Ozzy & Jack's World Detour. Along with Sharon Osbourne, he created Ozzfest, a touring metal appeared in commercials, video games and online platforms. In 2009, he published his autobiography I Am Ozzy. His presence reached beyond music into popular real name was John Michael Osbourne, and his nickname was Prince of Darkness, which came from his stage presence with Black Osbourne's net worth was $220 million, earned through music, television, and real estate over many years.
Time of India
18 hours ago
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- Time of India
Who is Ozzy Osbourne? See complete details about musical legend's real name, nickname, age, family, homes, net worth, musical career, reality television stint and legacy
Who is Ozzy Osbourne? The legendary singer became a major name in music as the frontman of Black Sabbath and as a solo performer. He was often called the ' Prince of Darkness .' Known for his unique voice and stage presence, his work helped shape the heavy metal genre. Ozzy Osbourne Early Life and Real Name Ozzy Osbourne was born as John Michael Osbourne on December 3, 1948, in Birmingham, England. He was raised in a working-class family. He left school at age 15. Before his music career, he worked in factories and even served prison time after a robbery conviction. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category AP Ozzy Osbourne gave his final Black Sabbath performance at Villa Park, Birmingham, on July 5, 2025. Ozzy Osbourne Nickname 'Prince of Darkness' The nickname 'Prince of Darkness' started during his time with Black Sabbath in the early 1970s. The band's sound and the dark themes in their music made fans associate them with satanic imagery. During live performances, especially the song 'Black Sabbath,' audiences reacted strongly. Osbourne's stage persona reinforced this image. In a 2016 interview, he said the label came from those early reactions. He did not choose the name himself, but it became a lasting part of his identity. Also Read: Ozzy Osbourne Nickname Prince of Darkness Explained: Here's how Black Sabbath frontman earned it Live Events Ozzy Osbourne Age and Death Ozzy Osbourne was 76 years old when he died. He passed away on a Tuesday, surrounded by his family. The official cause of death was not disclosed. However, Osbourne had experienced multiple health issues in recent years, including Parkinson's disease, neck injuries, and COVID-19 complications. Also Read: Ozzy Osbourne Cause of Death: Black Sabbath lead singer dies at 76. See family's complete statement Ozzy Osbourne Musical Career and Legacy In 1969, Osbourne helped form Black Sabbath with Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi, and Bill Ward. Their debut album came out in 1970. Although critics were not supportive at first, albums like Paranoid and Master of Reality gained major commercial success. AP FILE - Ozzy Osbourne poses with a prop at the "Black Sabbath: 13 3D" maze at Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights on Sept. 17, 2013, in Universal City, Calif. (Photo by John Shearer/Invision/AP, File) In 1979, Osbourne was removed from Black Sabbath due to substance abuse problems. He soon launched a solo career starting with the album Blizzard of Ozz. Over the years, he released several successful albums and later reunited with Black Sabbath for select performances. AP FILE - Ozzy Osbourne, left, performs, Jan. 17, 1985, at the Rock in Rio music festival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (AP Photo, File) He sold more than 100 million records. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and received awards as both a band member and solo artist. Ozzy Osbourne Family and Personal Life Ozzy Osbourne was first married to Thelma Riley. They had three children. In 1982, he married Sharon Osbourne, who also became his manager. Together they had three children. The family lived between the United States and England. AP FILE - Rock singer Ozzy Osbourne poses for a photo in Los Angeles on Dec. 21, 1981. (AP Photo/Douglas Pizac, file) AP Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne: Ozzy Osbourne, legendary rock icon, passes away at 76. AP FILE - Rock musician Ozzy Osbourne embraces his fiancee, Sharon Arden, in Los Angeles, on Dec. 21, 1981. (AP Photo/Douglas Pizac, File) Ozzy Osbourne Net Worth and Homes At the time of his death, Ozzy Osbourne's net worth was estimated at $220 million. His earnings came from music, television, real estate, and other ventures. Over the years, Ozzy and Sharon made several property deals. They sold homes in Malibu and Hidden Hills and purchased two units in Los Angeles' Sierra Towers for $6.3 million. In 2022, they listed their Hancock Park mansion for $18 million. Also Read: Ozzy Osbourne & Family Net Worth: Black Sabbath lead vocalist's earnings, early life, children, family and their net worth Ozzy Osbourne Reality Television Stint Ozzy became known to a wider audience through reality television. He starred in The Osbournes, a show about his family life. He also appeared in Ozzy & Jack's World Detour. Along with Sharon Osbourne, he created Ozzfest, a touring metal festival. AP FILE - Heavy metal rock star Ozzy Osbourne poses at the Peninsula Hotel in New York, July 27, 2000. (AP Photo/Jeff Geissler, file) He appeared in commercials, video games and online platforms. In 2009, he published his autobiography I Am Ozzy. His presence reached beyond music into popular culture. FAQs What was Ozzy Osbourne's real name and nickname? His real name was John Michael Osbourne, and his nickname was Prince of Darkness, which came from his stage presence with Black Sabbath. How much was Ozzy Osbourne's net worth at the time of his death? Ozzy Osbourne's net worth was $220 million, earned through music, television, and real estate over many years.
UPI
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Slash contributes music, mazes and food to Universal Halloween L.A.
1 of 5 | Slash is contributing to Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights. File Photo by David Silpa/UPI | License Photo July 22 (UPI) -- Universal Studios Hollywood announced additions to this fall's Halloween Horror Nights lineup. Guitarist Slash will contribute to several experiences. The haunted house Scarecrow: Music By Slash will return featuring a new original score. Slash will also release an album of music from his previous six years of Halloween Horror Night scores, joining last year's sold out album. Slash: The Music of Universal Studios Hollywood - Halloween Horror Nights, Vol. 2 includes tracks from 2021's The Bride of Frankenstein Lives, 2018's Frankenstein Meets. the Wolf Man, 2022's Universal Monsters: Legends Collide and more. Scarecrow takes visitors through a story of scarecrows who punish homesteaders for their sins against the land. A Slash bar will be at Jurassic Cove near the Jurassic World ride, featuring cocktails named after Danse of the Dead, Beautiful Dangerous and the non-alcoholic Slash's Snakepit. They will also serve Slash's picks up Chicken Satay, Thai Beef and Thai Curry Tacos along with a Hat Cake for dessert. Universal Studios previously announced Jason Voorehees, Fallout and Terrifier exhibits at this year's Halloween Horror Nights. UPI previously reviewed exhibits of Chucky, M3gan and Evil Dead. Halloween Horror Nights begins in Hollywood September 4.
Thrill Geek
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Thrill Geek
SLASH: Music of Universal Studios Hollywood – Halloween Horror Nights, Volume 2 Vinyl Coming To Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood
Halloween Horror Nights will also celebrate the vinyl-only album release of SLASH: Music of Universal Studios Hollywood – Halloween Horror Nights, Volume 2 . The scary soundtrack will complement last year's sold-out vinyl-only album with a slate of original music that SLASH has created over the past six years for a variety of Universal Studios Hollywood haunted houses. The album, which includes a tribute by John Murdy, Creative Director and Executive Producer of Halloween Horror Nights, will be available for purchase at Universal Studios Hollywood. The score for SLASH: Music of Universal Studios Hollywood – Halloween Horror Nights, Volume 2 , is as follows: SIDE A 'The Hunted Becomes The Hunter' 4:21 (Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives 2021) 'Monsters, Maniacs, and Madmen' (Universal Monsters Medley 2021) 5:08 (Universal Monsters 2018) 'The Blood is Life' 3:38 (Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives 2021) 'The Collection Room / Dracula's Lair' 2:45 (Universal Monsters 2018) 'The Ossuary' 1:47 (Universal Monsters: Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man 2019) SIDE B 'Cycles of the Moon' 3:02 (Universal Monsters: Legends Collide 2022) 'Immortal Curses' 4:26 (Universal Monsters: Legends Collide 2022) 'Alucard' 2:21 (Universal Monsters: Legends Collide 2022) 'Bloodline Drawn' 5:02 (Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines 2024) 'Unholy Alliance' 3:15 (Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines 2024) 'As a longtime fan of Halloween Horror Nights, it has been incredibly rewarding to not only have experienced the event as a guest, but to have partnered with Universal Studios Hollywood for so many years to create an array of original music that intensifies the storylines of these haunted houses,' said SLASH. 'This year's collaboration with Halloween Horror Nights and the chance to become one of the event's marquee experiences is truly humbling and I can't wait for the guests to join me when they step into the terror.' 'SLASH has been an important creative partner for years creating memorable music that has completely elevated our Halloween Horror Nights haunted houses,' said John Murdy, Creative Director and Executive Producer of Halloween Horror Nights. 'Creating a series of SLASH-inspired interactive experiences was a natural progression for the event, and it's an honor to headline Universal's horror legacy with SLASH.' A variety of Halloween Horror Nights ticket options for Universal Studios Hollywood are now available, including General Admission, Universal Express, After 2 P.M. Day/Night, the Early Access Ticket, which provides entry to select haunted houses beginning at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change), in advance of the scheduled 7:00 p.m. event opening time, the R.I.P. Tour and popular passes, Frequent Fear Pass and Ultimate Fear Pass, which enable guests to experience the scares again and again. Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood will run select nights from September 4 to November 2, 2025. Click here to purchase tickets and for Terms and Conditions. Make sure you're following ThrillGeek across all of our social media platforms for the latest updates from Universal Studios Hollywood. Clint Gamache is the owner of ThrillGeek. He started ThrillGeek to share his love of theme/amusement parks and pop culture with the world. You can find him at Halloween Horror Nights. Also, be sure to follow him on Twitter/X, Instagram @iamcg83
Thrill Geek
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Thrill Geek
'Scarecrow: Music by SLASH' Haunted House Announced For Halloween Horror Night's at Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood teams with SLASH, the iconic, Grammy ® Award-winning guitarist and songwriter, to create a terrifying slate of original Halloween Horror Nights experiences, exclusive to the Hollywood destination. Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood begins on Thursday, September 4 . These unique experiences will include an original soundtrack composition for the fan-favorite haunted house, 'Scarecrow: Music by SLASH,' marking the seventh consecutive year in which the prolific artist has created a score for a Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights haunted house. ' Scarecrow: Music by SLASH' puts retribution at the forefront in which Mother Nature seeks vengeance on the homesteaders for their sins of the past that will be carried out by farmland scarecrows, mute witnesses who have become the guardians of destruction for anyone who crosses their path. SLASH's original score for the experience, which he composes similarly to a motion picture by engaging with each scene, will deliver an unnerving sense of fear as guests navigate the ominous corridors of the haunted house. Make sure you're following ThrillGeek across all of our social media channels for the latest updates from Universal Studios Hollywood. Clint Gamache is the owner of ThrillGeek. He started ThrillGeek to share his love of theme/amusement parks and pop culture with the world. You can find him at Halloween Horror Nights. Also, be sure to follow him on Twitter/X, Instagram @iamcg83
