Heavy metal star Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76, just weeks after reuniting with his Black Sabbath bandmates Video game fans have been remembering Ozzy Osbourne’s iconic advert for PlayStation’s virtual reality headset, the PSVR2. Musician Ozzy Osbourne, late poet Benjamin Zephaniah and an 11-year-old fundraising hero are among those who have been honoured in a new mural unveiled at Birmingham Airport. The artwork celebrates the best of Birmingham, capturing the many cultures, traditions and icons of Britain’s ‘second city.’ Following the death of Ozzy Osbourne, an old interview with the Black Sabbath frontman about his funeral plans have resurfaced on social media. Now, Black Sabbath’s first manager, Jim Simpson, is leading the charge to rename Birmingham Airport after the band’s iconic singer, Ozzy Osbourne. Ozzy Osbourne's "final moment" at his farewell concert has gone viral on social media. The Black Sabbath frontman, known as the "Prince of Darkness," died on Tuesday at the age of 76. Jake E. Lee revealed a personal message he recently received from late Prince of Darkness Ozzy Osbourne. The former bandmates had lost touch over the years, but guitarist Lee took part in Black Ozzy Osbourne to get his own airport? London, Dec 29: Singer Ozzy Osbourne is reportedly set to have an airport named after him. The 64-year-old has been put forward to be the new title of Birmingham International Airport after council bosses decided to name it after a local hero. Ozzy Osbourne is the most important musician ever to hail from Birmingham. He rose to fame as the lead vocalist of the pioneering rock band Black Sabbath, who invented the genre of heavy metal. Ozzy's influence on music and culture is undeniable. Naming our international airport after him would be a fitting tribute to his extraordinary career and contributions to the arts. Other airports in the UK Share this Heavy metal fans are in mourning for the Black Sabbath lead vocalist Ozzy Osbourne fans have called for Birmingham International Airport to be renamed in his honour following his unexpected death on Tuesday. Osbourne died at the age of 76 in the UK, surrounded by his family and prompting heartfelt tributes from around the world. Ozzy Osbourne's Last Concert: Well-known Heavy Metal legend Ozzy Osbourne died on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at the age of 76. His death news was confirmed by the Osbourne family. The official Ozzy Osbourne Calls to honour Ozzy Osbourne with Birmingham statue, state funeral and new airport name Fans are calling for a permanent memorial to the 'Prince of Darkness' after his death aged 76 Enter an airport named after the Prince of Darkness himself, Ozzy Osbourne. The head of the record company that discovered Ozzy's former band Black Sabbath is pushing for the Birmingham Airport to be renamed in his honor, reports Birmingham Mail. “The message that would carry is instantly Less than 24 hours after the death of rock and roll legend Ozzy Osbourne at 76 years old, fans have launched a wave of petitions across the world to immortalise the “Prince of Darkness”. His followers have suggested a statue in the city, renaming Birmingham Airport or Download Festival in his name, and more so future generations can pay tribute to his legacy. A petition has been launched to rename Birmingham Airport after Ozzy Osbourne following the Black Sabbath singer's death, which hundreds have signed. Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic front man of Black Sabbath, has died at age 76. His passing comes weeks after his final live performance While mourning the passing of Ozzy Osbourne, Jake E. Lee shared the last text message he received from the Prince of Darkness. Rock Star, Ozzy Osbourne and his wife, Sharon, were White Hatted upon their arrival at the Calgary International Airport for Saturday’s Monster of Rock concert at McMahon in 2008. Ozzy Osbourne has died Heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne has died, just weeks after huge farewell concert for fans with Black Sabbath. In a statement, his family said: "A statement from his family
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