Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral in Birmingham was every bit as grand and emotional as fans might have expected — a heartfelt procession with purple flowers, tributes, and crowds lining the streets. But for those who knew Ozzy best, the scene raised an unexpected question: Is this really what he wanted?
Back in 2011, Ozzy shared a very different vision for his goodbye. “I want my funeral to be a celebration, not a mope-fest,” he once wrote. “No drama, no crying — just a few pranks and people laughing.” In true Ozzy fashion, he wanted something light-hearted, maybe even a bit cheeky, not a full-scale public spectacle.
But what unfolded this week looked more like a state ceremony than a private farewell. Sharon Osbourne wore a chain with what appeared to be Ozzy’s wedding ring. Jack had a silver cross on his tie. Kelly’s signature purple sunglasses echoed her dad’s iconic style. Even Aimee’s bat-shaped brooch caught attention. Touching tributes, no doubt — but some fans wondered: were these symbols of love or signs of showmanship?
There are whispers that Ozzy’s funeral was originally planned to be small and private. So who decided to turn it into a global event? And why were some of Ozzy’s children from his first marriage — like Jessica and Elliot — missing from the spotlight?
No one doubts the love Ozzy’s family had for him. Still, as tributes flood social media and images from the procession spread across headlines, some fans are left with mixed emotions.
One thing’s for sure: Ozzy Osbourne was never ordinary. And whether his final farewell matched his personal wish or not, his legacy continues to rock the world.
Because let’s face it — even in death, The Prince of Darkness still knows how to get people talking.