Ozzy Osbourne to be honoured with posthumous Brit award

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27 Feb 2026 • 5:26 PM MYT
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  • Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman, is set to be posthumously honoured with a Brit Awards lifetime achievement award.
  • The iconic singer, who passed away last July aged 76, is being recognised for his profound impact on music, particularly pioneering the heavy metal genre.
  • A special tribute performance, curated by his wife Sharon Osbourne, will be led by pop star Robbie Williams at the ceremony.
  • Williams will perform a unique arrangement of Black Sabbath’s 1991 track 'No More Tears' alongside musicians who previously played with Osbourne.
  • The 2026 Brit Awards ceremony, hosted by comedian Jack Whitehall, will take place this Saturday in Manchester.

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