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Ozzy Osbourne, heavy metal icon and reality television star, died of a heart attack and had been living with coronary artery disease and Parkinson's disease, according to a death certificate filed in London and cited by The New York Times.
Ozzy Osbourne's Cause of Death: Autopsy Results Revealed
The document, submitted by his daughter Aimée Rose Osbourne, lists cardiac arrest and coronary artery disease as causes of death, with Parkinson's disease also noted as a contributing factor, The Times reported.
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His occupation was formally recorded as "Songwriter, Performer and Rock Legend," and the certificate specifies that the fatal heart attack occurred "out of hospital," according to The Times.
On July 22, the day of his death, an air ambulance flew to Osbourne's home near Chalfont St. Giles in Buckinghamshire, England, which previously confirmed its team was "dispatched to provide advanced critical care" but did not offer further details.
Medics spent at least two hours at the scene providing advanced critical care before they took off at 12.30 p.m.
Flight data from Flightradar24, reviewed by The Times, shows the helicopter then traveled about eight miles southwest to Harefield Hospital in Uxbridge, a London suburb.
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How Old was Ozzy Osbourne When He Died?
The Prince of Darkness, known for fronting the groundbreaking heavy metal band Black Sabbath, died at the age of 76.
Born on December 3, 1948, in Birmingham, England, Osbourne lived a life defined by both musical brilliance and personal battles. Osbourne had his final show there just weeks before his death, as admirers watched the heavy metal icon perform while seated on a black throne.
"I don't know what to say, man, I've been laid up for like six years. You have no idea how I feel — thank you from the bottom of my heart," Osbourne said during his performance. "You're all ... special. Let's go crazy, come on."
His decades-long career cemented his status as one of rock's most enduring figures, and his passing marked the end of an era for heavy metal and hard rock fans around the world.
What to Know About Ozzy Osbourne's Parkinson's Diagnosis
In January 2020, Osbourne revealed he had been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement. His condition was further complicated by autonomic dysfunction, which impacts involuntary bodily functions such as blood pressure and heart rate. Despite his diagnosis, Osbourne remained candid and open with fans about his health struggles, continuing to record music and make public appearances, even as the illness contributed to his declining health in his final years.
Where is Ozzy Osbourne Buried?
Following his death, Osbourne was laid to rest in a private ceremony attended by close family and friends.
While the exact location of his burial has not been publicly disclosed to respect his family's wishes, reports indicate it is in England, near his longtime home.
Last week, thousands of emotional fans lined the streets of Ozzy Osbourne's home city of Birmingham in the United Kingdom on Wednesday to bid a tearful farewell to the Black Sabbath frontman at his funeral procession.
This article includes reporting by the Associated Press.
Update: 8/5/25, 3:51 p.m. ET: This article was updated with new information and remarks.
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