Ozzy Osbourne posted eerie final message on Instagram just hours before his death at 76

LONDON, ENGLAND: Rock icon Ozzy Osbourne died Tuesday at the age of 76, his family revealed in a heartfelt statement.

The founding Black Sabbath frontman died just hours after sharing an Instagram post about his final concert, 'Back to the Beginning'.

Ozzy Osbourne's final post 

While announcing the 'Prince of Darkness' death, the family requested privacy and did not reveal his cause of death even as the rock legend was battling multiple health scares, including Parkinson's. 

“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," the statement from his family read.

"He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time,” they said in the post, which was also shared on the rock legend's X and Instagram accounts.

Osbourne's death came only weeks after he performed his final farewell show with Black Sabbath at their 'Back to the Beginning' charity event in Birmingham on July 5, which benefited Acorns Children’s Hospice, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Cure Parkinson’s.

The day before his death, Osbourne posted a backstage photo from the event, showing the sign above his dressing room.

His name was printed at the top of the poster, accompanied by a picture of Osbourne and his original bandmates, Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi, and Bill Ward

“Back to the Beginning,” it read. “The Final Show.”

Ozzy Osbourne's message to fans during farewell gig

The event was a day-long metal festival featuring legendary acts and ended with a historic reunion of the original Black Sabbath lineup.

It marked the first time in 20 years that Osbourne performed alongside guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler, and drummer Bill Ward.

Osbourne delivered some of his biggest solo hits from a black winged throne.

He was visibly moved while performing the ballad "Mama I’m Coming Home", bringing an emotional close to his decades-long journey that began more than 50 years ago.

Emerging from beneath the stage on a black throne, Osbourne addressed the crowd.

“Let the madness begin!” he shouted before starting his solo set, which displayed his enduring vocal strength and energy.

“I don’t know what to say, man,” he later added. “I’ve been laid up for like six years. You have no idea how I feel — thank you from the bottom of my heart. You’re all… special. Let’s go crazy, come on,” Osbourne said.

Ozzy Osbourne's 'final bow' to be made into a film

Though seated, Osbourne summoned every ounce of his hell-raising spirit as he ended with 'Iron Man' and 'Paranoid'.

“Go f*****g crazy, it’s the last song,” he said before the latter.

The 'Back to the Beginning' concert at Villa Park in Birmingham was a one-of-a-kind event. It will condense the all-day event into a 100-minute film titled 'Back to the Beginning: Ozzy’s Final Bow'. 

It is set to hit theaters in early 2026.

“Presented as a love letter to Ozzy and the pioneering sound of Black Sabbath, the theatrical release will be a distilled version of the epic all-day event held at Villa Park,” a release stated.

Internet mourns Ozzy Osbourne's death

Shortly after the rock legend died, fans swarmed his social media, leaving comments on his final post he made before his death on Instagram.

"Thank you for the music you gave us Ozzy may you rest in peace," commented one fan.

Another wrote, "He did really retire.. rest in peace Ozzy."

"Last concert was what he needed to let go," shared one user.

"A rest well deserved," another added.

"He got to say goodbye...," wrote another. 

"Rest in power, prince of darkness. We will miss you so much," another added. 

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