Leader readers pay touching tributes to Ozzy Osbourne
He rose to prominence during the 1970's as the lead vocalist of Black Sabbath.
His theatrical stage presence, including once biting off the head of a bat, and styling himself as the Prince of Darkness, marked him out as a controversial figure.
Just weeks ago, the legendary rocker told thousands of heavy metal enthusiasts at Villa Park – a stone's throw from where Black Sabbath was formed in 1968 – that it was 'so good to be on this stage' as he performed his last set from a large black throne.
Leader readers have been getting in touch following Ozzy's death to share tributes and fond memories of watching him perform.
Sam Lou said: "Very very sad news. Seen him twice, once as Sabbath 2016, second time as Ozzy 2018, both at Download Festival. I couldn't get tickets for the farewell concert, as hard as I tried.
"That man battled and won with both drug and alcohol addiction. He was never a saint back then but he changed and that got my respect. He had Parkinson's disease, he saw Sharon battle cancer twice, and Jack has MS. My thoughts go out to the Osbournes tonight."
Paul Walters added: "After the late great Lemmy, Ozzy was one of a kind. Regardless of what his life was like he undoubtedly did it his way. Now it's your time to rest Ozzy, I only got to see you once away in the day when you started your solo career and the late great Randy Rhodes was with you on tour. Will never forget it."
Gareth Houghton told us: "A true legend, someone who changed the world."
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Miriam Hall said: "Such sad news! Him and Sharon were so humorous together. Enjoyed their banter! Condolences to the family! RIP Ozzy."
Trevor Coxon added: "I am glad he was able to get in one last performance at Villa Park. Appropriate really that that concert became his swan song. RIP Ozzie."
Andy Lavelle said: "Two legends gone too soon and on the same day, Joey Jones and Ozzy Osbourne. R.I.P. to two Legends of my lifetime."
Daz Squire told us: "What a legend. You have now gained you're own wings Prince of Darkness. Going to be greatly missed by many."
Pete Ball said: "A great showman, such a shame."
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