In a heartbreaking turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the rock and roll community, Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary frontman of Black Sabbath, was confirmed dead just 30 minutes ago. He was 76. The iconic singer was found lifeless in his bedroom at his Los Angeles residence shortly after returning home from what was expected to be the band’s final farewell concert — a night that had been promoted as both a celebration and a symbolic closing chapter to an unmatched musical legacy.

But the celebration has now turned into a mystery.

Sources close to the Osbourne family revealed that Ozzy had appeared in high spirits during the concert, even addressing fans emotionally about how grateful he was for their decades of support. “You’ve kept me alive longer than I probably deserved,” he joked onstage. But nobody expected those words to carry the chilling weight they now do.

According to law enforcement officials, paramedics were called to the scene shortly before 6:00 a.m. after a family member attempted to wake Ozzy and found him unresponsive. Despite immediate emergency intervention, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of death has not been officially declared, but what’s drawing serious attention is the presence of a white powdery substance found near the side of the bed.

Police officers arriving at the scene have since confirmed that the powder tested positive for “a controlled substance.” While authorities have not yet named the exact compound, they did confirm the powder is being sent for further toxicological analysis. “It’s too early to speculate, but we are treating this as a possible overdose situation until proven otherwise,” said LAPD spokesperson Martha Rojas during a press briefing just minutes ago.

The home has now been secured as a potential crime scene, with forensic teams gathering samples, analyzing footage from security cameras, and speaking with staff who were present in the house. Meanwhile, the Osbourne family — including his wife Sharon Osbourne and children Jack and Kelly — have asked for privacy.

“This is an unimaginable loss,” a close friend of the family told reporters. “Ozzy had survived everything — drugs, disease, accidents, you name it. We all thought he was invincible. For him to go like this… it’s just cruel.”

Ozzy Osbourne had struggled with health issues in recent years, including a Parkinson’s diagnosis and complications from spinal surgery. But according to his family, he had been doing better lately — enough to perform again, even if just symbolically. The Black Sabbath farewell concert was heavily promoted as “The Last Cry of the Prince of Darkness,” a show that saw fans from around the world gather in Los Angeles for what they thought was a closing chapter to a musical saga — not the life itself.

What’s more troubling is the speculation now swirling online, with fans and insiders alike pointing fingers and wondering: was someone in his inner circle responsible for enabling his demons to resurface? Did Ozzy relapse on his own? Or could there have been foul play?

“It’s suspicious, plain and simple,” said one insider who was backstage at the concert. “Ozzy was tired but coherent. He wasn’t slurring his words, he wasn’t stumbling. We even joked about having tea after the show. Now he’s gone? And there’s powder on the floor? Something doesn’t add up.”

Fans across the globe are already mourning. Thousands have gathered outside his estate, leaving flowers, candles, and handwritten messages. Social media is flooded with tributes from fans, fellow musicians, and celebrities. Former Black Sabbath bandmate Tony Iommi wrote simply, “I can’t believe this. You were my brother, my partner, my friend. Rest in darkness, Ozz.”

Sharon Osbourne has not yet issued a formal statement, but was seen leaving the house in tears, supported by security personnel.

Authorities are expected to hold a full press conference within the next 24 hours to provide further information about the investigation. In the meantime, fans are left with heavy hearts and haunting questions.

Was Ozzy Osbourne’s final farewell planned — or was it tragically forced?

One thing is certain: the Prince of Darkness has left this world. But the mystery behind his final hours is only beginning.