Birmingham came alive with emotion as fans, family, and memories intertwined—an unforgettable farewell to Ozzy Osbourne, the local son turned global rock legend.

Thousands of fans filled the streets of Birmingham, UK, to pay their final respects to Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman who died on July 22, 2025, at the age of 76.

Leading the moving farewell was Ozzy’s wife, Sharon Osbourne, who broke down in tears during the procession. Joined by their children—Jack (39), Kelly (40), Aimee (41)—and Ozzy’s son Louis (50), Sharon read fans’ messages and raised a peace sign to the emotional crowd.

A Public Farewell To The Prince Of Darkness

The funeral procession began on Broad Street, with a hearse carrying Ozzy’s casket to the Black Sabbath Bridge—a site now symbolic for heavy metal fans worldwide. From early morning, thousands lined the route, holding banners, signs, and memorabilia in tribute to the “Prince of Darkness.”

Many mourners wore bat-themed outfits and vintage Black Sabbath shirts, a fitting tribute to Ozzy’s rebellious spirit. The local Bostin’ Brass band led the procession with a live tribute to Ozzy’s Birmingham roots. Floral arrangements spelling out “OZZY” adorned the casket, while fans chanted his name through tears and applause.

Sharon Osbourne’s Emotional Moment

Carrying pink and purple flowers wrapped in black paper, Sharon, Jack, and Kelly stopped at the Black Sabbath memorial bench. Overcome with emotion, Sharon leaned on her children for support as fans shouted, “We love you, Sharon!”

In an earlier Instagram post, Sharon wrote:

“This loss is sudden and impossible to process. To the world, he was a legend… but to me, he was my Terry. The man I loved. My partner. My heart.”

A City United In Tribute

Birmingham’s Lord Mayor, Zafar Iqbal, attended the procession and shared heartfelt words:

“Ozzy was more than a music legend—he was a son of Birmingham. We are proud to host this tribute for one of our greatest icons.”

Fans of all ages shared personal stories of how Ozzy’s music shaped their lives. One longtime fan said, “Ozzy helped give a voice to people like me. He felt like family.”

What’s Next: Private Service and Celebrity Guests

While the city gathered for the public farewell, a private family service will be held the following day in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire. Expected attendees include:

Yungblud (scheduled to give a reading)

Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward (Black Sabbath)

James Hetfield (Metallica)

Sir Elton John

A Legacy That Transcends Music

Ozzy’s death sparked a global outpouring of grief and tributes. Stars such as Rod Stewart, Noel Gallagher, Elton John, and many others shared memories and condolences. Over a 60-year career, Ozzy’s journey—from a working-class boy in Birmingham to a global rock icon—remains unmatched.

From his infamous bat-biting incident to becoming a pop culture icon through The Osbournes, Ozzy embodied rock and roll’s wild, untamed spirit while also revealing his tender side through resilience, vulnerability, and devotion to family.

In his later years, Ozzy faced significant health struggles, including a spinal injury and a Parkinson’s diagnosis in 2020. A documentary titled No Escape From Now, exploring his final years, is set to debut on Paramount+ later this year.