Ozzy

Ozzy Osbourne, born John Michael Osbourne on 3 December 1948 in Birmingham, England, is a singer, songwriter, and television personality widely regarded as a pioneering figure in heavy metal. Known for his distinctive vocal style and flamboyant onstage persona, he rose to prominence as the lead vocalist of Black Sabbath, formed in 1968, with early albums such as Black Sabbath (1970) and Paranoid (1970) helping to establish the band as a major force in hard rock. He is commonly nicknamed the "Prince of Darkness."

In 1979 he left Black Sabbath and began a successful solo career. His first solo album, Blizzard of Ozz (1980), produced by Randy Rhoads, yielded hits like Crazy Train and Mr. Crowley and established him as a leading figure in 1980s metal. The guitarist Randy Rhoads died in a 1982 plane crash, an event that had a lasting impact on his career. Subsequent solo albums included Diary of a Madman (1981) and No More Tears (1991), among others, contributing to his enduring popularity.

Offstage, Ozzy and his family appeared in the MTV reality series The Osbournes (2002–2005), which brought his persona to a broader audience. He helped launch and continue the Ozzfest touring festival, which showcased metal acts and helped sustain the genre's visibility. He remained active in music and performed with Black Sabbath during reunions and the 13 album era (2013) and related tours.

Ozzy Osbourne has received various awards and recognitions; he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Black Sabbath in 2006.