The Black Sabbath frontman's last gig was at Villa Park. He meant an awful lot to the people of Birmingham and never forgot his roots

As the passing of music legend Ozzy Osbourne was announced, Aston Villa issued an emotional statement. On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Ozzy Osbourne’s family announced the passing of the 76-year-old music icon.

Ozzy Osbourne was laid to rest in an emotional ceremony in his hometown on Wednesday - with his family and fans paying tribute to the Black Sabbath legend, who died last week. Thousands of people paid their respects to the band's frontman as his hearse made its way through Birmingham city center followed by his tearful wife and children.