Heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne has been forced to deny rumours of his death after false reports spread across social media platforms. The 75-year-old Black Sabbath frontman took to X (formerly Twitter) to reassure concerned fans that he remains very much alive.
The bizarre hoax began circulating online earlier this week, with some outlets even publishing premature obituaries for the rock icon. Osbourne responded with characteristic humour, posting: "I'm not dead yet motherf***ers!" to his 3.4 million followers.
The Prince of Darkness Lives On
Despite ongoing health challenges including Parkinson's disease diagnosis in 2020, Osbourne continues to work on new music. His most recent album, Patient Number 9, was released in 2022 to critical acclaim.
"It's disturbing how quickly these death rumours spread," said longtime manager Sharon Osbourne. "Ozzy's fighting spirit is stronger than ever - he's currently planning new projects and definitely not going anywhere."
History of Celebrity Death Hoaxes
This isn't the first time the music world has fallen victim to false death reports:
- Paul McCartney faced similar rumours in the 1960s
- Cher was falsely reported dead in 2013
- Justin Bieber became a target in 2014
Experts suggest these hoaxes often originate from hacked accounts or clickbait websites seeking viral engagement. Social media platforms have struggled to contain the spread of such misinformation.
Osbourne's representatives have confirmed the rocker is currently at home in Los Angeles, working on material for an upcoming tour. Fans can breathe easy knowing the Prince of Darkness isn't done rocking just yet.
