Tens of thousands of fans filled the streets of Birmingham, England, to bid a heartfelt farewell to legendary heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away last week at the age of 76.
The emotional funeral procession saw wife Sharon Osbourne and daughter Kelly, both of whom starred alongside Ozzy in the iconic reality show The Osbournes, laying flowers at the Black Sabbath Bridge — a landmark in Osbourne’s hometown. Both were visibly tearful, with Sharon leaning on her children for support throughout the day.
The Osbourne family confirmed Ozzy’s passing in a deeply moving statement:
“It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love.”
The funeral procession, privately funded by the family, made its way through central Birmingham, drawing emotional scenes as fans threw flowers onto the cars and lined the streets in tribute. Many were dressed in spiked leather, flames, tour merchandise, and patches, honoring the legacy of the man hailed as the “Prince of Darkness.”
Murals of Ozzy appeared across Birmingham, and the city reverberated with his music and spirit. On Broad Street, the Osbourne family paused to acknowledge the immense crowd, returning fans’ gestures with peace signs and outstretched arms.
Ozzy’s death came shortly after his final performance, a surprise reunion with Black Sabbath in Birmingham. The original frontman of the iconic English band, Osbourne sold over 100 million records worldwide, earning induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice — first with Black Sabbath in 2006, and again as a solo artist in 2024.
The music world has been in mourning since the news broke, with tributes pouring in from artists and fans across the globe, marking the end of an era for rock and metal.
