Published On: Mon, May 17th, 2010

Black Sabbath legend Ronny James Dio dies

Sad news reaches THN that the man who replaced Ozzy Osbourne as fronman of Black Sabbath in 1979 has died at the age of 67.

This man apparently came up with the devil horn hand gesture now widely associated with metal. He also a singer in Rainbow and Dio. His wife Wendy posted the following on his website:

“Today my heart is broken. Many, many friends and family were able to say their private goodbyes before he peacefully passed away. Ronnie knew how much he was loved by all. We so appreciate the love and support that you have all given us … Please know he loved you all and his music will live on forever.”

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  1. dean stroud says:
    October 21, 2010 at 1:22 am

    I first saw Ronny Dio with The Prophets at our high school back in Athens,Pa. I believe it was around 67. Got to see him also with THe Electric Elves at the OLd Mill in Towanda,Pa. Always put on a hell of a show. Gonna miss you much Ron. RIP

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