Ozzy Osbourne’s fans had sensed the end was near. Admirers watched the heavy metal icon perform while seated on a black throne at his final show just a few weeks ago.

Ozzy fans have gathered in Birmingham across the night to pay tribute to the Prince Of Darkness, who has died aged 76

Crowds in Birmingham pay tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, gathering at the Black Sabbath Bridge and The Crown pub, where his legacy as a rock icon is deeply felt.

It's Birmingham where U.K. podcaster, comedian, and radio host Dan Hudson has set his sights, launching a new petition to have Birmingham Airport renamed for Osbourne.

According to a report by Billboard, Dan Hudson, the A Gay And A Nongay podcaster, radio host, BBC TV doc Sashay To Hell host, and stand-up comedian, launched the much-talked-about petition titled "RIP Ozzy Osbourne — petitions honour 'The Prince of Darkness" to rename the Birmingham Airport to Ozzy Osbourne International.

Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22, less than three weeks after his emotional Black Sabbath farewell show at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, his wife and kids announced on Instagram. As tributes poured in, Osbourne’s fans and famous friends remembered his music and other big moments from his life. ...

Ozzy Osbourne put Birmingham on the map and never forgot his roots, says mayor - Ozzy Osbourne was the vocalist of heavy metal band Black Sabbath who formed in the city in 1968.

Legendary rock star Ozzy Osbourne sadly passed away on July 22. In response to his death, his most ardent fans are looking for fitting ways to honor the icon in spirit, including starting a petition to rename the airport in his hometown of Birmingham, England.

The rapper walked out to Black Sabbath's "Iron Man," the 1970 hit track about a time-traveling metal monster off Paranoid. Taking the stage, Drake addressed the thousands gathered at Utilita Arena Birmingham, as fan footage captured: "Hey Birmingham! Rest in peace to the legendary Ozzy Osbourne."

Many famous people grew up in the Birmingham district which is steeped in history. The neighbourhood has strong links to heavy metal and is of course the home to one of England’s top football club’s Aston Villa. Following Ozzy’s passing last week, we’ve decided to take a look at the other famous Brummies to hail from the area. Take a look below

A petition to rename one Birmingham airport after the late Ozzy Osbourne is picking up steam.

Geezer Butler of Black Sabbath didn’t just lose a bandmate with the death of Ozzy Osbourne — he also lost a friend.