Almost 12,000 heavy metal fans have signed a petition to make the anniversary of Ozzy Osbourne's death a dedicated day to remember him.

Ozzy Osbourne passed away on July 22, aged 76, just weeks after his final performance at Villa Park.

Born John Michael Osbourne on December 3, 1948, in Aston, Birmingham, he rose from humble beginnings to become known worldwide as the “Prince of Darkness” and the “Godfather of Heavy Metal.”

From his early years working odd jobs to forming Black Sabbath with school friend Geezer Butler, he helped create one of the most influential and successful metal bands of all time, selling more than 75 million albums worldwide.

Canadian fan Marvin Daw started the petition as he "grew up on Ozzy's energy, personality and influence" and felt having an internation

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