India, June 16 -- Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi has been appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2026 King's Birthday Honors for his services to music and charity.
Iommi, who co-founded Black Sabbath in Birmingham, England, in 1968 alongside drummer Bill Ward, bassist Geezer Butler and vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, inspired artists across generations through his guitar style and songwriting skills.
"What an unbelievable honor to receive an MBE," Iommi said. "Music has been my life and I've been very lucky to share this journey with many amazing people and fans, and I'm very grateful for all the support along the way."
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