Randy Rhoads was an influential American guitarist known for his work with the heavy metal band Ozzy Osbourne. Born on December 6, 1956, in Santa Monica, California, he gained fame for his innovative guitar playing and unique style, blending classical music influences with rock. Rhoads played a key role in the success of Osbourne's early solo albums, including Blizzard of Ozz and Diary of a Madman. Tragically, his life was cut short when he died in a plane crash on March 19, 1982, at the age of 25, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of rock music.