Tony Iommi marks the one-year anniversary of Ozzy Osbourne’s death with an emotional tribute, according to reports from UK outlets. Both sources describe Iommi honouring Osbourne as a “dear friend” and acknowledge the closeness between the Black Sabbath frontman and the band’s guitarist. The tributes are framed as a personal remembrance on the anniversary date, with Iommi reflecting on Osbourne’s role in their shared music and career history. The reports also note that the tributes come roughly a year after Osbourne died, placing the message in the context of ongoing public and band-related remembrance. Overall, the coverage focuses on Iommi’s acknowledgment of Osbourne’s impact and their friendship, rather than on new musical releases or additional developments.