British Politicians Want The Queen To Grant Black Sabbath A 'Royal Honour'

Ozzy Osbourne and Tony Iommi's reunion last week at the closing ceremonies of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham came as such a revelation to their home city. Local politicians are now asking Queen Elizabeth II to grant Black Sabbath a "royal honour."

Members of Parliament from both U.K. parties are working with the Birmingham City Council to urge the Queen to recognise Black Sabbath, as other British entertainers have been honoured before them.

In a letter to her majesty, the group writes of Black Sabbath:

"For all their global fame, they have kept strong links with Birmingham, demonstrated by their barnstorming surprise performance at the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth Games."

"We, therefore, seek direct intervention and support from Your Majesty to recognise the great contribution made by these fine and ground-breaking musicians, who were made in Birmingham and have once again not just entertained Birmingham, the United Kingdom and the whole of the Commonwealth but perhaps the world."

While Iommi performed at the Games' opening ceremonies, Ozzy's appearance last Monday night during the closing festivities was a surprise to all.

The Prince of Darkness underwent major spinal surgery in June. According to Iommi, Ozzy only committed to the closing ceremony appearance less than a week prior.

Cofounding Black Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler was unable to attend after apparently breaking a rib earlier this summer.

This article was first published on iheart.com