Ozzy Osbourne dies aged 76, weeks after farewell concert
In a statement announcing his death, his family said he died 'surrounded by love'.
The musician pioneered heavy metal as the singer in Black Sabbath before going on to a successful solo musical career and, in the 2000s, a reality television star.
The final concert took place earlier this month on July 5th in Villa Park.
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A statement from his family 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. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.
'Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis.'
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