Ozzy Osbourne performed with Black Sabbath in their final concert together on July 5, just a few weeks before his death on July 22 at the age of 76. (Courtesy Mercury studio/Black Sabbath) Ozzy Osbourne dies at the age of 76, family announces

Fans have gathered at Black Sabbath landmarks in Birmingham following the death of singer Ozzy Osbourne at the age of 76.

Osbourne is often referred to as the Godfather of Heavy Metal, although he preferred the nickname the Prince of Darkness, which he used on social media.