The Prince of Darkness was unexpectedly self-effacing, hilarious and generous, say lovers of Black Sabbath

Having escaped a life of drudgery in Birmingham, Ozzy became the rare rock frontman you could relate to – and then, against the odds, a national treasure

The Prince of Darkness was unexpectedly self-effacing, hilarious and generous, say lovers of Black Sabbath

After Osbourne’s death at 76, the heavy metal greats he inspired remember his pranks, generosity and quadruple brandies – and relive the tears at his farewell show

As the lead singer of Black Sabbath, he helped invent heavy metal. On “The Osbournes,” he presented a comedic counterpoint to his rock ’n’ roll infamy.