Poignant final social media post shared by star hours before his death

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23 Jul 2025 • 3:19 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Ozzy Osbourne, the founding frontman of Black Sabbath, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 76.
  • His family confirmed his death, stating he was surrounded by love.
  • Osbourne's passing occurred weeks after his final performance with Black Sabbath at the 'Back to the Beginning' charity event in Birmingham.
  • The concert was significant as it was his first and final time performing with the original band members since 2005, and it benefited charities including Cure Parkinson's, a disease he was diagnosed with in 2019.
  • Hours before his death, Osbourne shared an Instagram post featuring a sign from the event that read 'Back to the Beginning. The Final Show.'

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