Ozzy Osbourne Posthumously Receives Birmingham’s Lord Mayor’s Award On His 77th Birthday

Six months after his death, Ozzy Osbourne was posthumously honored with Birmingham’s Lord Mayor’s Award on Wednesday (December 3), on what would have been the heavy metal legend’s 77th birthday. The accolade recognizes his outstanding contribution and deep connection to his hometown, with his daughter, Kelly Osbourne, expressing gratitude to Birmingham’s citizens for “showing up for my father in a way that made him the happiest man on the planet.” Kelly and her mother, Sharon Osbourne, were on hand to receive the award and a book of condolences containing thousands of tributes from fans. The Lord Mayor called Ozzy, “An iconic and much missed son of Birmingham, the city he loved so much 🖤 Ozzy forever.” Osbourne passed away on July 22 at the age of 76, and Sharon commemorated her late husband with a heartfelt birthday tribute on social media, writing: “I celebrate the day you were born. I will never let go of your hand until I see you on the other side.” (Billboard)