Ozzy Osbourne's Legacy: The Prince of Darkness' Final Bow

Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic frontman of the legendary heavy metal band Black Sabbath, has died at the age of 76. Revered as the 'Prince of Darkness' and the 'Godfather of Heavy Metal,' Osbourne's death marks the end of an era for fans and musicians who lived through the height of his fame and musical influence.

Osbourne first rose to fame in the 1970s with Black Sabbath, where his outrageous onstage antics, such as biting the head off a bat, and his tumultuous personal life, including a well-documented addiction to drugs, often outshone the music. Later, he reinvented himself as a beloved reality television star alongside his family.

Following news of his death, hundreds of fans gathered in his hometown of Birmingham, England, to pay their respects, laying floral tributes at landmarks associated with the rocker. Artists and friends have taken to social media to honor Osbourne's monumental impact on the music industry.

(With inputs from agencies.)