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Farewells, comebacks, and baby bombshells

Cape Argus

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July 25, 2025

FROM the tragic loss of music and television icons to surprise pregnancy reveals and a royal heartbreak, the world of fame served a full plate of drama, nostalgia and a few unexpected plot twists. Here's what happened this week in the entertainment scene:

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Farewells, comebacks, and baby bombshells

Rock royalty bows out: Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76

The entertainment world is mourning the loss of heavy metal pioneer Ozzy Osbourne, who died this week at the age of 76.

The iconic Black Sabbath frontman had long struggled with health issues, including Parkinson's disease, but he remained active in the music world until recently.

Surrounded by family, the music icon passed away peacefully just weeks after his emotional final performance in Birmingham.

Known for his gritty voice, chaotic stage antics and larger-than-life personality, Osbourne helped shape an entire genre.

Hollywood mourns death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner who died in tragic drowning

A wave of shock rippled across Hollywood following the death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for playing Theo on The Cosby Show.

The actor drowned while on vacation with his daughter in Costa Rica, at just 54 years old.

Warner, who grew from a child star to a respected actor and a musician, won awards for his contributions to television's golden era of sitcoms as well as his music.

Tributes poured in from fans and former costars, including Bill Cosby.

Royal tragedy: Prince William and Harry’s cousin found dead

In yet another sombre moment for Britain's royal family, a distant cousin of Princes William and Harry, Rosie Roche, was found dead in Wiltshire under undisclosed circumstances.

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