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As tributes continue to pour in following Ozzy Osbourne’s death at 76, animal-rights organization PETA is remembering the metal icon for the compassion he showed to animals.
In a statement on July 22, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) senior vice president Lisa Lange said:
“Ozzy Osbourne was a legend and a provocateur, but PETA will remember the ‘Prince of Darkness’ most fondly for the gentle side he showed to animals—most recently cats, by using his fame to decry painful, crippling declawing mutilations.”
The rocker joined forces with the organization in 2020 for a campaign against cat declawing, drawing on his own near-amputation in 2018 after a serious hand infection. In a 2020 press release, Ozzy Osbourne said:
“Amputating a cat’s toes is twisted and wrong. If your couch is more important to you than your cat’s health and happiness, you don’t deserve to have an animal! Get cats a scratching post—don’t mutilate them for life.”
PETA also acknowledged the Osbourne family’s shared advocacy.
“Ozzy may have been the singer, but his wife, Sharon, and his daughter, Kelly, were of one voice when it meant protecting animals. Ozzy will be missed by animal advocates the world over.”
Fans flood social media with tributes after Ozzy Osbourne’s death
Many fans around the world are mourning the loss of rock legend Osbourne, who passed away at age 76, with an outpouring of heartfelt tributes flooding social media.
“We love you Ozzy. You’ll forever be the prince of darkness. Rest in peace. Mama I’m coming home. God bless you,” @traxmetax wrote on X.
"Got the final show in and all. Rest in peace legend," @A5omic commented.
"Was fortunate to see him 19 years ago at Ozzfest in 2006. Was unreal. God bless ya, buddy. We'll miss you," @AlexSouthernVT chimed in.
"Ozzy’s voice was the soundtrack to rebellion, heartbreak, and youth. Can’t believe he’s gone. Thank you for the madness, man," @youngblesstmoni added.
“Growing up the there were three bands I was cranking up every time. Kiss, Queensryche, and Ozzy. RIP to the friend I never met,” @JeremyBertrandM said.
“The Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne, has passed away at 76. His impact on music and entertainment is immeasurable. We at TrillerTV send our deepest condolences to his family and fans. Thank you for everything, Ozzy,” @Triller_TV tweeted.
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News of Osbourne’s passing was announced by his family from Birmingham, England. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee, and Louis said in a statement:
“It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.”
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