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.

Which minute of the game should Aston Villa fans be ring-­fencing to commemorate the late Ozzy Osbourne next season? Big Villa fan, of course, Black Sabbath’s frontman. And huge at Villa Park, his passing this week marked immediately by a club statement mourning the “world-renowned rock star and Villan”.

Tony Iommi, Black Sabbath guitarist and co-founder, told UK broadcaster ITV that Osbourne was “frustrated” during the band’s farewell concert on July 5. The heavy metal icon died less than three weeks later, on July 22, at age 76.

Ozzy Osbourne passed away and Aston Villa supporters are reflecting on the legacy of one of their most distinguished fans. They recalled an emotional tribute that was held during a UEFA Champions League match.

Heavy metal icon and Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne has died - and Daily Star Sport has a look at his love affair with Aston Villa

The owner's of Ozzy's former Aston home have created a special email address so fans can send their tributes and memories. Flowers and cards have been placed at the doorstep of the Black Sabbath's frontman's childhood terraced house, a stone's throw from Aston Villa where he played his final concert just over a fortnight ago.

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Lisa Stelly, 39, who was married to Ozzy Osbourne's youngest son Jack, has shared a touching tribute to the late rock star and shared a number of rare family photos

Heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne is survived by his wife Sharon and six children from two marriages, including one adopted child.