Johnny Depp made a surprise appearance at an Alice Cooper concert in London, joining his Hollywood Vampires bandmate in tribute to the late rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. The unexpected performance took place on Friday, July 25, at the O2 Arena, just days after Osbourne’s passing on July 22 at the age of 76.
“Paranoid” Johnny Depp Ozzy Tribute
During Alice Cooper’s sold-out show, Depp, guitar in hand, walked on stage. He joined Cooper, who wore an Ozzy Osbourne T-shirt. They performed Black Sabbath’s iconic song “Paranoid.”
The crowd erupted. This impromptu collaboration honored Osbourne, a friend to many in rock and the powerful moment was caught on camera, as you can see in the video below:
Remembering the Prince of Darkness
Ozzy Osbourne, the “Prince of Darkness,” greatly impacted music. He was the frontman of Black Sabbath. He also had a successful solo career. His death brought many tributes from the music world. Alice Cooper dedicated earlier shows to Osbourne. He continued to honor him in London. Cooper led the O2 Arena crowd in chants of “Ozzy! Ozzy!”
Fan Excitement and Social Media Buzz
Depp’s appearance thrilled the audience. Fans quickly shared videos and comments online. They expressed surprise and appreciation for the tribute. The moment deeply resonated. It combined the shock rocker’s energy with a heartfelt nod to a shared rock icon.
A Night of Rock and Reunion
The concert was also significant for Alice Cooper fans. It coincided with his new album release, The Revenge of Alice Cooper. Depp stayed on stage. He performed Cooper’s classic “School’s Out.” This delighted the audience further. The night also included a rare reunion of the original Alice Cooper band. This added to the show’s historic nature.
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