Rest in Peace, Ozzy Osbourne – A True Villan Remembered
is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of legendary rock icon and lifelong Villan, Ozzy Osbourne, who has died at the age of 75. Known around the world as the “Prince of Darkness,” Ozzy was not only a pioneering figure in heavy metal music but also a proud supporter of Aston Villa, never shy about his love for the claret and blue.
Born in Birmingham, just a stone’s throw from Villa Park, John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne rose to global fame as the frontman of the pioneering heavy metal band Black Sabbath. With an unmistakable voice and raw stage presence, Ozzy helped shape the sound of rock music for generations to come. Hits like “Paranoid,” “Iron Man,” and “War Pigs” cemented his place in music history, while his solo career continued to break boundaries and attract millions of fans across the globe.
Yet beyond the lights, fame, and guitars, Ozzy always remained connected to his roots. A proud Brummie through and through, he spoke fondly of his upbringing in Aston and his early memories of Villa matches. He carried that pride throughout his life, often referencing Aston Villa in interviews and appearances. Even in his later years, when health challenges kept him away from the spotlight, Ozzy kept in touch with the club and its fortunes on the pitch.
Villa fans will recall with warmth the sight of Ozzy donning the club’s colours with pride, including appearances in Villa shirts during live performances. He once joked that his vocal cords may have been forged at Villa Park, from all the shouting and singing in the stands during his youth. It was no secret: Ozzy bled claret and blue.
His passing marks the end of an era not just in music but in the Villa community as well. He represented the spirit of resilience, creativity, and unfiltered passion that Birmingham is known for. To many, Ozzy was a hero — a man who defied odds, transformed tragedy into triumph, and always stayed loyal to where he came from.
Aston Villa Football Club extends its heartfelt condolences to Sharon, the Osbourne family, and Ozzy’s millions of fans around the world. He leaves behind an unmatched legacy — not just on stage, but in the hearts of everyone who admired his authenticity, his courage, and his deep love for his hometown and its footballing heritage.
As tributes pour in from the worlds of music and sport, Villa Park will remember Ozzy not just as a rock legend but as one of its own. There will never be another like him.
Rest in peace, Ozzy. Once a Villan, a
lways a Villan.