Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22. The legendary Black Sabbath singer, known worldwide as the Prince of Darkness, was not only an emblematic figure of heavy metal but also a survivor of multiple illnesses that marked his life and career. Throughout the decades, he faced a series of diagnoses and complications that seriously affected his health, yet they never prevented him from returning to the stage.

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What is Parkinsonism and did Ozzy Osbourne have it?

In January 2020, Ozzy Osbourne revealed that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2003, a revelation that shocked his fans. However, it was later clarified that he suffered from a variant known as Parkinsonism, a neurodegenerative condition with symptoms similar to classical Parkinson’s but which can be triggered or worsened by factors such as drug and alcohol abuse.

Parkinsonism mainly affected Ozzy’s mobility, leaving him unable to walk in the last years of his life. Nevertheless, his voice remained powerful until his final concerts.

What injuries worsened Ozzy Osbourne’s health?

In 2003, the singer suffered a serious ATV accident at his residence in the UK, which caused fractures in his cervical vertebrae, clavicle, and ribs. This injury required complex surgeries and marked the beginning of a series of health problems related to his spine.

In 2019, a fall at his Los Angeles home worsened these injuries, causing previously implanted metal plates to shift, leading to a new surgery in 2022. Sharon Osbourne described this operation as “crucial for the rest of his life.”

What other serious illnesses did Ozzy Osbourne suffer from?

In 2019, Ozzy was hospitalized due to a severe pneumonia, a respiratory condition that endangered his life, especially given his overall fragile health. The lung infection prevented him from engaging in public activities for several months and further complicated his delicate physical condition.

Did Ozzy Osbourne have cancer?

No, the singer never reported having cancer. However, in November 2025, he revealed that doctors found a tumor in his vertebrae during surgery.

Were there other ailments in Ozzy Osbourne’s life?

In addition to the mentioned conditions, Ozzy Osbourne also faced:

• Addiction problems: for decades he abused alcohol and drugs such as cocaine, heroin, and sedatives, which significantly weakened his body.
• Mental health disorders: although never officially diagnosed, Ozzy spoke openly about his struggles with depression and anxiety.
• Tremors and spasms associated with his neurodegenerative condition.

When was Ozzy Osbourne’s last concert?

Far from giving up, Ozzy displayed an admirable fighting spirit. In his own words, during his SiriusXM show in 2025: “I made it to 2025. I can’t walk, but I’m still alive. There are people who didn’t achieve half of what I did.”

His determination led him to bid farewell to the stage with a historic concert: Back to the Beginning, on July 5, 2025, alongside Black Sabbath.

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