Ozzy Osbourne and Tony Iommi shared a deepening friendship both on and off the stage. Ozzy was among the first to publicly admire Tony’s unwavering dedication and quiet strength. When Tony faced serious health challenges and stepped away from the spotlight to focus on recovery, Ozzy praised the decision, saying he had “fought with the heart of a warrior and reminded us what real courage looks like.” In later years, Ozzy often said that Tony was one of the few people he could rely on for absolute honesty and unwavering support. During times of illness and emotional hardship, it was Tony who checked in, who encouraged Ozzy to return to the stage, and who reminded him of the heavy riffs, memories, and brotherhood they had created together—notes that went far deeper than music alone👇👇👇
In the shadowy world of heavy metal, forged by thunderous riffs and unfiltered rebellion, few relationships have endured as long—and run as deep—as that […]