Ozzy Osbourne was a "trailblazer" and a "true legend" said Sir Elton John in an emotional tribute.
"So sad to hear the news of Ozzy Osbourne passing away," Elton shared on social media in the hour after the news broke of Ozzy's death.
"He was a dear friend and a huge trailblazer who secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods – a true legend. He was also one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. I will miss him dearly. To Sharon and the family, I send my condolences and love. Elton xx."
Black Sabbath co-founder Tony Iommi has said he “can’t really find the words” following the “heartbreaking news” of Ozzy's passing.
© Getty Images for EJAF"I just can’t believe it! My dear dear friend Ozzy has passed away only weeks after our show at Villa Park,' wrote Tony on social media.
"It’s just such heartbreaking news that I can’t really find the words, there won’t ever be another like him. Geezer (Butler), Bill (Ward) and myself have lost our brother. My thoughts go out to Sharon and all the Osbourne family. Rest in peace Oz. Tony."
Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood also said he was "very sad" to learn of Ozzy's death: "I am so very sad to hear of the death of Ozzy Osbourne. What a lovely goodbye concert he had at Back To The Beginning in Birmingham."
© Getty ImagesDonny Osmond later paid tribute to his “brother in music”.
“The last time we spoke was backstage of Dancing with The Stars season 9, when he told me how much he loved the Osmond song, “Crazy Horses”…talk about crazy!” he wrote on X. “Thank you for always bringing your authentic personality to everything you’ve touched. From Crazy Horses to Crazy Trains, Rest In Peace.”
The beloved Black Sabbath frontman, known as "the Prince of Darkness," was a pioneer of heavy metal music and later of new-millennium reality TV.
He died on July 22 at the age of 76. His family announced his death in a personal statement that read: "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."
© PA Images via Getty ImagesQueen guitarist Sir Brian May said that Ozzy's final concert earlier in July "was a glorious way to say goodbye".
The Queen guitarist said on social media: "So sad to hear of Ozzie’s passing. His last appearance at Villa Park was a glorious way to say goodbye – the love in that place for him was gigantic. I’m grateful I was able to have a few quiet words with him after the show. And happy to know he passed peacefully with his loving family close by.
"But the world will miss Ozzie’s unique presence and fearless talent. My heartfelt consolations to Sharon and their great family. And to Bill (Ward) and Geezer (Butler) and my dear friend Tony (Iommi) – for this is family – I know only too well. REST IN PEACE dear Ozzie. Bri."
Sir David Beckham paid tribute to Ozzy with a picture of him in an Instagram story with the message: "So sad to see Ozzy leave us. Thank you for entertaining us. Sending love to Sharon, the kids and family."
Former Van Halen frontman Sammy Hagar was among the musicians who performed during the Back To The Beginning gig, and he called Ozzy "a one of a kind true rock legend".
"For him to have been that close to death on July 5 and still get up there and perform like he promised… Wow! That puts him in a category of his own. Talk about commitment and loyalty to your fans. Nobody’s going to out-do that ever! RIP my brother, you did it all," Sammy wrote.
Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale also took to social media and posted a throwback of him and Ozzy together.
"RIP OZZY - a great man -a true legend - I met Ozzy through Jack just a few times but he was so warm and kind and funny and I love that memory," he wrote, adding: "Sending much love to his family at this difficult time. Rest in power."
© WireImageOzzy is survived by his wife of 43 years, Sharon Osbourne, and his children, Jack, Kelly, Aimee, Jessica, Louis, and Elliot. Rocker Jon Bon Jovi sent well wishes to Sharon Osbourne in the wake of her husband Ozzy’s death aged 76.
“Much luv to Sharon and the beautiful Osbourne Family,” he captioned pictures of himself with Ozzy Osbourne on X. “So sorry to hear of your loss. Rest easy Ozzy.”
Ozzy shared Jessica and Louis with his ex-wife Thelma Riley, and he adopted her son Elliot from a previous relationship.
His passing came two weeks after his final show ever with Black Sabbath at the Aston Villa football stadium in England.
© AFP via Getty ImagesHe was joined by the original Black Sabbath lineup, the first time they reunited in 20 years.
"It's so good to be on this [expletive] stage, you have no idea," he told the crowd of 42,000, per Variety, at the time, adding: "Let the madness begin!"
Sir Rod Stewart, in a post to Instagram, wrote: “Bye, Bye Ozzy. Sleep well, my friend. I’ll see you up there – later rather than sooner.”
Yungblud, real name Dominic Harrison, was one of many artists who joined Ozzy on stage, singing the anthem "Changes" and releasing a recording of the live cover for charity.
"I didn’t think you would leave so soon the last time we met you were so full of life and your laugh filled up the room, " he wrote alongside an image of him with Ozzy.
"But as it is written with legends, they seem to know things that we don’t. I will never forget you – you will be in every single note I sing and with me every single time I walk on stage. Your cross around my neck is the most precious thing I own. You asked me once if there was anything you could do for me and as I said then and as I will say now for all of us the music was enough. You took us on your adventure – an adventure that started it all. I am truly heartbroken. You were the greatest of all time."
Green Day singer Billie Joe Armstrong responded with a photo of the musician, and simply wrote: "No words. We love you Ozzy."
© WireImageHollywood actor Adam Sandler shared: "Whether we were in our basements with our brothers, in the woods with our buddies, in the car, at a keg party, on a boat, at football practice, at a sleepover…. Nobody was more badass to crank up on our speakers than the one and only prince of darkness – Ozzy Osbourne!
"Loved him a lot like we all did! Sending love to the family and so happy to have spent time with the legend himself. RIP."
Jack White simply wrote, "He made it," alongside a picture of Ozzy from the 1960s, while California Governor Gavin Newsom shared a post that read: "Ozzy Osbourne was a man of multitudes: larger-than-life, yet honestly human. From California's stages to global influence, his impact is undeniable.His legacy will live on through his music, his fans, and his family."
"What a talent and what an impact on me and so many others that found it him a thriving misfit with the voice of the grimy blood in our darkest vein. He was circus and theatre and love and loyalty and the everyman's talent," shared Josh Brolin.
Foo Fighters wrote on Instagram: “Rock and Roll would not be as loud or as fun without you. You will be forever missed.”
Lady Gaga paid tribute to Ozzy by playing his iconic track "Crazy Train," as she waved goodbye to fans after her first MAYHEM Ball show in San Francisco.
Led Zeppelin's Robert Plant wrote: "Farewell Ozzy … what a journey … sail on up there ... finally at peace ... you truly changed the planet of rock!"
Duran Duran, who also hail from Birmingham, wrote on Instagram: "What can you say about Ozzy? Whatever it is, it's in a Brummie accent. Hard to imagine a world without him, Ozzy brought so much joy, humor and raw power to the world, in a life of many chapters. Ozzy was a cat who had way more than nine lives. Thanks for the ride Ozzy, love from the other Brummies."
Jason Momoa, who hosted Black Sabbath's Back to the Beginning concert on July 5, shared a photo of himself with Ozzy and Sharon backstage, writing: "Love you @ozzyosbourne All my aloha @sharonosbourne and ohana. So grateful. RIP."
Judas Priest said, "Our hearts are broken like millions around the world — words can't express the love and loss we are all feeling," in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter.
"Sharon — may God surround you and your beautiful family with love, peace, and light," they added. "Ozzy — you will never leave us. Your music is eternal. God blesses you now more than ever, after you blessed us all through your magnificent life."
Even Kermit the Frog took to Instagram on behalf of The Muppets to remember "the great Ozzy Osbourne," who worked with them on the album "Kermit: Unplugged" and recorded "Born to Be Wild" with Miss Piggy.
"Every time we bumped into Ozzy over the years, he made us feel just as cool as he was," Kermit wrote. "We loved having a friend like Ozzy Osbourne and we feel so lucky to have known him, worked with him and experienced his music for so many decades."
