Drake paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne in Birmingham, England, following the heavy metal legend’s death on July 23rd. The rapper visited the Black Sabbath Bench in Osbourne’s hometown, where fans had gathered to leave flowers, letters, and photos honoring the late rocker. According to The New York Times, Drake quietly poured some tequila on the ground next to the bench as a heartfelt gesture.
“I just came out to pay respects to someone who lived it to the fullest,” Drake told the publication. He also called Osbourne a “cultural touchstone,” highlighting the singer’s influence even on those unfamiliar with his music. Drake posted a photo of the flower-covered bench on Instagram with the caption, “Drank with the NY Times last night for Ozzy,” but later deleted it.
Ozzy Osbourne passed away at age 76. His family shared a statement confirming his death: “It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.” The legendary musician had publicly battled Parkinson’s disease since 2019 and faced health struggles over the past decade.
Drake is currently on his $ome $pecial $hows 4 UK Tour, having performed two shows in Birmingham. He will continue the tour with upcoming dates in Manchester and Amsterdam through the end of July. His visit to the Black Sabbath Bench was a quiet but meaningful tribute to the rock icon’s enduring legacy.
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