Though not Jewish himself, the one-time “Black Sabbath” frontman became a fierce opponent of antisemitism due to his Jewish wife, Sharon.

After selling millions upon millions of albums with Black Sabbath and his solo projects as well as benefiting from Ozzfest proceeds, Osbourne was in a better place financially than he could have ever imagined back in his cow-killer days, but life remained a challenge. Instead of postindustrial decay holding him back, this time it was all him.

Osbourne was instrumental in pioneering heavy metal as his band Black Sabbath enjoyed huge success in the 70s.

Ozzy Osbourne once renewed his vows in a televised Jewish ceremony. He changed his mind about the rabbi when he offered him wine.

Ozzy Osbourne, iconic frontman of Black Sabbath, dies at 76 after a prolonged battle with Parkinson’s disease. Osbourne made headlines last year for condemning rapper Kanye West’s use of his music without permission,

Context: Deir al-Balah had been an informal refuge for Palestinians escaping other parts of Gaza, and huge tent camps have sprung up in the city. The city also hosts warehouses for the U.N. as well as guesthouses for U.N. staff.

In a recent press conference, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne were asked if they felt any pressure not to play in Israel or were worried about backlash. Sharon Osbourne replied, “Listen, I’m half a Heeb.

An upcoming documentary about Ozzy Osbourne’s health setbacks and his desire to stage a farewell concert will still arrive later this year.

Osbourne’s final concert came this month, at a festival in Birmingham, England, his hometown. Seated on a black throne, visibly moved by the enthusiasm of the crowd, he closed out his career by reuniting the original members of Black Sabbath.