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‘An area lad accomplished good’: Followers bear in mind Ozzy Osbourne in his hometown of Birmingham

By Editorial Board Published July 23, 2025 3 Min Read
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‘An area lad accomplished good’: Followers bear in mind Ozzy Osbourne in his hometown of Birmingham

Followers have spoken of how Ozzy Osbourne was “a local lad who done good” as they remembered the singer in his hometown of Birmingham.

Folks got here to the Black Sabbath Bridge, which additionally options the Black Sabbath bench, to share their recollections, pay respect and discuss why the heavy steel icon was vital to them.

Many left flowers, candles and messages to their hero, who died on Tuesday morning on the age of 76.

Jake Brookes, 28, who has been a fan of the singer since he was 12 years previous, mentioned the singer’s farewell live performance for followers weeks in the past was “the perfect sendoff”.

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He mentioned the rockstar can be remembered for his self-expression: “He paved the way for artists today, even like Lady Gaga. You see theatrics, he was the original man that started it – this crazy guy on stage that you couldn’t take your eyes off. So many frontmen around the world will have taken inspiration from what Ozzy did.

“I believe his legacy will dwell on without end. So many bands, artists and celebrities have come out and mentioned how a lot they love him, and I believe he is worthy of that love. He has impressed tens of millions and can proceed to.”

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Joe Savage mentioned when he watched Osbourne carry out just a few weeks in the past, he thought “maybe he could do one more album”, however “unfortunately that wasn’t meant to be”.

“He, along with the other members of Black Sabbath, created a whole new genre. Fifty to sixty years down the line, it’s still going strong. I think it will do for many more generations to come, thanks to Ozzy,” he mentioned.

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Gary Holbrooke, 70, described Osbourne as a “born entertainer” and “fantastic person”.

Ozzy Osbourne tribute

“I’m just sorry to see him go,” he mentioned. “I was shocked. Especially after he’s done the Aston Villa reunion. To die a couple of weeks later, [the gig was] fantastic.”

Requested what he thought Osbourne’s legacy can be, he mentioned: “Just a local lad who done good. He’ll be sadly missed.”

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