Ozzy Osbourne

Wolky announces the passing of Ozzy Osbourne, British singer and rock legend, who died in 2025. Born in Birmingham on December 3, 1948, Osbourne rose to fame as the frontman of Black Sabbath, the pioneering band of heavy metal whose songs such as Paranoid, Iron Man and War Pigs became milestones in music history. After leaving Black Sabbath, Ozzy pursued a highly successful solo career with acclaimed albums such as Blizzard of Ozz and No More Tears. His unique voice, eccentric personality, and stage presence made him one of the most iconic figures in modern rock. His global fame expanded further in the 2000s with the reality TV series The Osbournes. His death sparked worldwide tributes from fellow musicians, critics and fans. Wolky honours Ozzy Osbourne as one of the most influential voices in music, a symbol of heavy metal and a cultural icon who shaped rock for decades.