Ozzy Osbourne’s cause of death has been officially revealed two weeks after his sudden passing, bringing clarity to the heartbreaking news. The legendary rocker, known worldwide as the “Prince of Darkness” and iconic frontman of Black Sabbath, died on July 22 at the age of 76. According to a death certificate filed in London by his daughter Aimee and obtained by The New York Times on August 5, Ozzy’s passing was due to a heart attack.
The document lists the cause of death as “out of hospital cardiac arrest” and “acute myocardial infarction,” which is the medical term for a heart attack. The certificate also notes “joint causes” that contributed to his death, including coronary artery disease and Parkinson’s disease with autonomic dysfunction. These underlying conditions likely played a significant role in his declining health leading up to his final moments.
Interestingly, the death certificate fittingly recognized Ozzy’s lifelong career and impact on music by listing his occupation as “songwriter, performer and rock legend,” reflecting the profound mark he left on the rock and heavy metal world.
Ozzy Osbourne’s death came just weeks after his final performance, marking the end of a storied career that spanned over five decades. His family, including his wife Sharon, daughters Aimee and Kelly, and sons Louis and Jack, confirmed the monumental loss in an official statement, expressing their grief and celebrating his legacy.
Throughout his career, Ozzy was known for his powerful voice, stage presence, and boundary-pushing music that helped define heavy metal. His influence extended beyond music, touching generations of fans worldwide. Though his passing leaves a void in the rock world, the legacy of Ozzy Osbourne as a pioneering artist and beloved cultural icon will undoubtedly live on.
