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Osbourne Family Honors Ozzy's Legacy on 77th Birthday

12/4/2025

Summary

Story summary

On December 3, 2025, the Osbourne family commemorated Ozzy Osbourne's would-be 77th birthday in Birmingham as Sharon and Kelly Osbourne accepted the Lord Mayor’s Award posthumously honoring him.
Kelly Osbourne said it felt bittersweet to return to Birmingham without her father and brother Jack, who is on I'm a Celebrity.
The family visited the Black Sabbath Bridge amid floral tributes and shared heartfelt messages, with Kelly saying Birmingham shaped Ozzy.

History

Historical Context

Black Sabbath formed in Birmingham in 1968, pioneering heavy metal with their dark themes and powerful sound. The original lineup, featuring Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward, achieved global success, selling over 75 million albums. Their final concert, "Back to the Beginning," took place on July 5, 2025, in Birmingham, celebrating their legacy and Osbourne's contributions to music culture.

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Story summary

On December 3, 2025, the Osbourne family commemorated Ozzy Osbourne's would-be 77th birthday in Birmingham as Sharon and Kelly Osbourne accepted the Lord Mayor’s Award posthumously honoring him.
Kelly Osbourne said it felt bittersweet to return to Birmingham without her father and brother Jack, who is on I'm a Celebrity.
The family visited the Black Sabbath Bridge amid floral tributes and shared heartfelt messages, with Kelly saying Birmingham shaped Ozzy.

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