Of the pantheon (or glut) of musical biopics that could appear in the forthcoming years, one name that we bid farewell to this week stands above the rest – Ozzy Osbourne.
'The Prince of Darkness' is one of those rare musicians who managed to transcend one art form, becoming as much a beloved reality show dad as he is one of the godfathers of heavy metal. With tales of debauchery, redemption, and recovery towards the end of his life, it would no doubt make a fascinating biopic should it come to fruition. Do I hear early Oscar buzz... very early, should I say?
With discussions now surrounding potentially ‘when’ rather than ‘if’ we get a biopic on the life of Ozzy Osbourne, Gambling.com’s Entertainment expert, James Leyfield, has already offered up suggestions who could play the role in the future, with some obvious names alongside a few interesting selections, depending on the nature of the biopic.
So, who could play Ozzy in his life story? Here are the 15 favourites and the odds that are currently being offered.
9. Tony Cavalero (Odds: 4/1, Probability: 20%)
A comedian and actor known for his energetic portrayal of Ozzy Osbourne in the biopic The Dirt, Cavalero would be a natural choice. His previous experience and uncanny resemblance to Osbourne would make him a strong contender to bring the rock legend to life on screen. | CHRIS DELMAS/AFP via Getty Images
10. Joseph Quinn (Odds: 7/2, Probability: 22.2%)
Quinn shot to global fame with his breakout role as Eddie Munson in Netflix's Stranger Things, a character with a huge interest in metal music. His charismatic, high-energy performance and genuine connection to the genre make him a hugely popular choice among fans. | Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for Disney
11. Leo Woodall (Odds: 3/1, Probability: 25%)
A talented actor, Woodall gained prominence for his role in HBO’s The White Lotus and the Netflix show One Day. His rising star and boyish charm could offer a compelling portrayal of a young Osbourne starting out in Birmingham. | Hanna Lassen/Getty Images
12. Jared Leto (Odds: 5/2, Probability: 28.6%)
A divisive choice among fans. Leto is known for his method acting and transformative performances in everything from Dallas Buyers Club to House of Gucci. His history of embodying music legends, both in his own band and in films, gives him a huge wealth of experience to draw from. | Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for CinemaCon