John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne (born 3 December 1948) is an English singer, songwriter, actor and television personality. He rose to prominence during the 1970s as the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Black Sabbath, during which he adopted the nickname "The Prince of Darkness".
Osbourne was fired from the band in 1979 due to alcohol and drug problems, but he went on to have a successful solo career, releasing eleven studio albums, the first seven of which were all awarded multi-platinum certifications in the United States. Osbourne has since reunited with Black Sabbath on several occasions.
TV personality Jack Osbourne is celebrating 18 years sober, just days after his sister Kelly confessed she had suffered a relapse.
The son of Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne took to Instagram on Wednesday to mark the personal milestone with a screenshot of his achievement via the Twelve Steps app, as he offered up a little encouragement to others facing similar addiction battles. "It's not that it gets easier or harder, it's just that it's life on life's terms," he wrote. "If anyone is trying to get sober, know that it possible if you are willing to do the work. "Sending lots of love to my people who have been on this journey with me. #sobersbetter (sic).
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