Ozzy Osbourne

Date of Birth: December 3, 1948

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne, born on December 3, 1948, in Birmingham, England, is a legendary English singer, songwriter, and television personality. He first gained prominence in the early 1970s as the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Black Sabbath, which is often credited with pioneering the heavy metal genre. With his distinctive voice and stage presence, Ozzy became an iconic figure in rock music. After being fired from Black Sabbath in 1979 due to substance abuse issues, Ozzy embarked on a successful solo career, releasing a series of highly acclaimed albums, including “Blizzard of Ozz” and “Diary of a Madman.” His solo work further cemented his status as a rock legend. Over the years, Ozzy has also been known for his antics both on and off stage, which have contributed to his “Prince of Darkness” persona. In addition to his music career, Ozzy has made a significant impact on popular culture through his appearances on reality television, most notably “The Osbournes,” which aired from 2002 to 2005 and showcased his family life. Despite numerous health challenges and controversies, Ozzy’s influence on music and pop culture remains indelible.

5 Interesting Facts about Ozzy Osbourne

1. Ozzy Osbourne was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Black Sabbath in 2006.

2. He is known for the infamous incident of biting the head off a bat during a live performance in 1982.

3. Ozzy has been married twice and has six children, three with his current wife Sharon Osbourne.

4. Despite his wild persona, Ozzy has been sober since 2013, after struggling with substance abuse for decades.

5. He was awarded the Global Icon Award at the MTV Europe Music Awards in 2014.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ozzy Osbourne

1. “I’m not the kind of person you think I am, I’m not the anti-Christ, or the iron man.”

2. “Being sober on a bus is, like, totally different than being drunk on a bus.”

3. “I’m about as normal as Norman Bates.”

4. “I have a saying. ‘Never judge a book by its cover’. I say that because I don’t even know who Ozzy is. I wake up a new person every day.”

5. “I didn’t come into the music business to be a great musician. I wanted to have a great time.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, Ozzy Osbourne’s net worth was estimated to be around $220 million.

Children

Ozzy Osbourne has six children. He has three children with his second wife, Sharon Osbourne: Aimee, Kelly, and Jack. He also has three children from his first marriage to Thelma Riley: Jessica, Louis, and an adopted son, Elliot Kingsley.