Ozzy fans demand Birmingham Airport is renamed in his honour - but officials say no

With over 40,000 signatures, fans debate whether an airport name or a mural inside is the right tribute - and why it matters for the city’s identity and economy.

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Supporters say naming it “Ozzy Osbourne International” would cement the Black Sabbath frontman’s legacy and mirror Liverpool’s tribute to John Lennon.

Crowds gathered on Broad Street for Ozzy’s final procession, many calling the airport tribute fitting for a figure who put Birmingham on the map. But despite the groundswell, airport officials have rejected the idea, proposing a mural or artwork inside the terminal instead.

Reactions have been mixed. Some locals see the mural as a respectful compromise. Others call it a cop-out - symbolic but hollow. Beneath the surface, the debate touches on identity, legacy, and how cities choose to honour their icons.

One thing’s clear: the push to rename the airport isn't going away. Like Ozzy himself, the idea refuses to fade quietly.