
Official Cause of Death Revealed
British metal legend Ozzy Osbourne died from cardiac arrest according to his death certificate obtained by The New York Times. The document filed in London by Osbourne's daughter Aimée listed his occupation as "songwriter, performer and rock legend".
Contributing Health Factors
The certificate specifies Osbourne suffered "(a) out-of-hospital cardiac arrest" and "(b) acute myocardial infarction" (heart attack). Coronary artery disease and Parkinson's disease were identified as significant contributing factors to his death.
Final Days and Health Struggles
Osbourne passed away on July 22 at his home in Chalfont St. Giles, where emergency services including an air ambulance responded. The 76-year-old had been public about his health challenges including Parkinson's and spinal cord injuries that recently left him unable to walk.
Final Performance and Tribute
Just weeks before his death on July 5, Osbourne delivered his final seated performance in Birmingham. On July 30, tens of thousands gathered in Birmingham for his funeral procession, honoring the metal pioneer whose career spanned over five decades with Black Sabbath and as a solo artist.