Published July 7, 2025 Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic Prince of Darkness, took his final bow on stage during a deeply emotional performance in Birmingham, England. The city holds a special place in his heart—it’s where the legendary band Black Sabbath was born and where Ozzy first launched his groundbreaking career. Fans from around the world gathered to witness this historic night, marking the A book of condolence has opened at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery for fans to honour Ozzy Osbourne after his passing, showcasing his achievements and impact. Ozzy Osbourne fans remember Birmingham star who was ‘a big part of our lives’ The Black Sabbath star died at the age of 76 on Tuesday morning surrounded by his family. Mounds of floral tributes and cards are building at key Ozzy Osbourne landmarks in Birmingham, creating temporary shrines as fans gather to mourn the loss of one of the city's greatest icons. Ozzy Osbourne put Birmingham on the map and never forgot his roots, says mayor Ozzy Osbourne was the vocalist of heavy metal band Black Sabbath who formed in the city in 1968. A year ago, Sharon said that Ozzy was hoping to play a farewell concert at Birmingham's Villa Park as a "goodbye" to fans. BLACK SABBATH is considered a pioneer of heavy metal and was formed in Birmingham, UK – Central BID is proud to announce two exhibitions set to open in Birmingham celebrating the solo achievements and global awards of rock icon Ozzy Osbourne and the album art of the original Black Sabbath line up– just in time for their historic homecoming concert at Villa Park. Ozzy Osbourne fans from across the UK have flocked to Birmingham's Black Sabbath Bridge to pay tribute to the heavy metal icon following his death. Black Sabbath fans, musicians and former bandmates have remembered Ozzy Osbourne following his death with messages including one of thanks to him for “bringing Birmingham together”. Lord mayor of Birmingham, Zafar Iqbal, has said Ozzy Osbourne was a “proud Brummie” who helped to put the city “on the world map”. In the hours after the news broke on Tuesday that Ozzy Osbourne, the singer and reality TV star, had died at 76, fans were gathering in Birmingham, England, his hometown. Following the devastating news of Ozzy Osbourne ‘s death, fans of the rock legend have flocked to Black Sabbath Bridge in Birmingham to celebrate his legacy. Black Sabbath Bridge, located on Broad Street in Birmingham city centre, was officially opened in 2019 during a ceremony attended by the band’s Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler. Britain Ozzy Osbourne A music fan poses for a photograph to commemorate the death of Ozzy Osbourne at the Black Sabbath Bridge in Birmingham, Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Fans across Birmingham pay tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath member, with flowers and memories in key city locations. Ozzy Osbourne fans from across the UK have flocked to Birmingham’s Black Sabbath Bridge to pay tribute to the heavy metal icon following his death. The rock legend passed away yesterday aged 76 Just weeks before his death, Ozzy Osbourne said farewell to performing live in a farewell show in his hometown of Birmingham, U.K. Here are moments from that final show. Fans have gathered at Black Sabbath landmarks in Birmingham following the death of singer Ozzy Osbourne at the age of 76. Osbourne was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2019 and played Black 'A local lad done good': Fans remember Ozzy Osbourne in his hometown of Birmingham People left flowers, candles and messages on the Black Sabbath Bridge as they paid tribute to the heavy metal icon. We are in Birmingham bringing you reaction to the death of Black Sabbath singer Ozzy Osbourne. Fans have been gathering at landmarks across the city to pay tribute to the Birmingham-born artist Fans gather worldwide to honor Ozzy Osbourne after his passing, sharing memories and tributes at key locations including Birmingham.
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