Date of Birth: February 19, 1948
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Tony Iommi, born Frank Anthony Iommi, is an iconic English guitarist and songwriter, best known as the lead guitarist and one of the founding members of the pioneering heavy metal band Black Sabbath. Born in Birmingham, England, Iommi’s career took off in the late 1960s when he formed Black Sabbath alongside Ozzy Osbourne, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward. The band is credited with defining the heavy metal genre with their dark, heavy sound and Iommi’s unique guitar riffs. Despite losing the tips of two fingers in an industrial accident at the age of 17, Iommi adapted his playing style and created some of the most memorable and influential riffs in rock history. Over the decades, he has received numerous accolades for his contributions to music, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Black Sabbath.
5 Interesting Facts about Tony Iommi
1. Tony Iommi lost the tips of his right middle and ring fingers in an industrial accident and created custom thimbles to continue playing guitar.
2. He briefly joined Jethro Tull before fully committing to Black Sabbath.
3. Iommi has been battling lymphoma since 2012 but continues to be active in music.
4. He is often cited as the “Godfather of Heavy Metal.”
5. Iommi’s autobiography, “Iron Man: My Journey through Heaven and Hell with Black Sabbath,” was published in 2011.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Tony Iommi
1. “The first day I got a guitar, I played it all night, and I’ve never stopped.”
2. “I didn’t expect to get this far, and it’s a pleasure to be here.”
3. “You have to take risks and push yourself to the limit.”
4. “Black Sabbath was always about the riff.”
5. “The accident was a huge thing for me because it was the end of my world. But looking back, it was a good thing in a way.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Tony Iommi’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $140 million.
Children
Tony Iommi has one daughter, Toni-Marie Iommi, from his previous marriage to Melinda Diaz.
Relevant Links
1. [Tony Iommi’s Official Website](https://www.iommi.com
2. [Black Sabbath’s Official Website](https://www.blacksabbath.com
3. [Tony Iommi on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0409717/
