The campaign to officially recognize July 22 as “Ozzy Osbourne Day” in Birmingham, England, continues to gain momentum, with Ozzy Osbourne’s own family now showing support for the movement.
“This is exactly the kind of momentum we need,” said Marvin Daw, CEO of This Day In Metal. “Seeing Ozzy’s own family getting behind this shows just how important this recognition is — not just for fans, but for music history.”
According to Daw, Sharon Osbourne and Kelly Osbourne have interacted with the campaign online, signaling encouragement from inside the Osbourne family itself. The petition is also rapidly approaching the 30,000-signature milestone, marking a major step forward for fans who want to see Ozzy’s legacy formally honored in his hometown.
The proposed “Ozzy Osbourne Day” is intended to celebrate Ozzy’s lasting impact on heavy metal and rock music, from his pioneering work with Black Sabbath to his legendary solo career. Born in Birmingham on December 3, 1948, Ozzy first rose to global prominence as the voice of Black Sabbath, the band widely credited with helping lay the foundation for heavy metal.
His influence did not stop there. After Black Sabbath, Ozzy built a massive solo career of his own, producing songs and albums that continued to shape generations of musicians and fans. Across his career, he has sold more than 100 million albums worldwide, becoming one of the most recognizable and influential figures in rock and metal history.
Organizers say the campaign is not only about celebrating Ozzy’s music, but also his cultural importance to Birmingham. The city is often described as the birthplace of heavy metal, and supporters argue that Ozzy remains one of its most important musical exports.
A key long-term goal of the campaign is to secure a permanent statue of Ozzy Osbourne in Birmingham. Supporters believe a statue would stand not only as a tribute to Ozzy himself, but also as a landmark honoring the city’s role in shaping heavy metal history.
“This is about building ongoing recognition and showing the world just how much Ozzy means to fans everywhere,” organizers said.
The petition has already passed earlier milestones, including 10,000 signatures, and continues to attract wider attention as fans, musicians, and supporters share it across social media. Organizers are urging the global metal community to keep pushing the campaign forward by signing and sharing the petition.
Supporters have also suggested that Ozzy Osbourne Day could become more than a symbolic tribute. Fans around the world could use the date for concerts, tribute shows, community events, and charity fundraisers, including efforts connected to Parkinson’s research and related causes.
The campaign also argues that honoring Ozzy would follow a long-standing tradition of recognizing artists whose cultural impact goes beyond music. Icons such as Ronnie James Dio and Lemmy Kilmister have been commemorated with statues, while artists like Elvis Presley are celebrated through dedicated events and tribute days.
For Ozzy fans, July 22 could become more than just a date on the calendar. It could become a celebration of heavy metal, artistic freedom, resilience, individuality, and the lasting power of music.
Fans are encouraged to sign and share the petition at change.org/ozzyosbourneday.
