On July 30, 2025, thousands of fans gathered in Birmingham, England, to say a heartfelt farewell to Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman who passed away at 76. The city’s streets were lined with admirers holding flowers, posters, and handmade tributes as a hearse carrying Ozzy made its way past key landmarks—including the Black Sabbath Bridge. Chants of “Ozzy! Ozzy! Ozzy!” filled the air, as a local brass band performed a moving rendition of “Iron Man,” turning the event into a powerful tribute to the Prince of Darkness.
The public procession was attended by Ozzy’s wife Sharon and their children—Kelly, Jack, Aimee, and Louis. Dressed in symbols of their father’s legacy, the family paused to lay flowers and honor his memory, with Sharon seen wearing his wedding ring around her neck. Fans were deeply moved by the intimate family moment and the outpouring of love from the crowd. Social media quickly filled with tributes and tearful videos from the event, many calling it “a funeral fit for a legend.”
Birmingham’s mayor called Ozzy “a proud son of the city” and emphasized how deeply his journey from working-class roots to global stardom resonated with people. Fans left personal items like bats, guitars, and even whiskey bottles at the memorial site, each one a nod to Ozzy’s larger-than-life career and eccentric personality. The route also passed by Villa Park, where Ozzy performed his final show in July, making the procession feel like a full-circle moment for the icon.
While the public paid their respects in Birmingham, a private funeral was held the next day at Ozzy’s estate in Buckinghamshire. Close friends and fellow musicians, including Elton John and Marilyn Manson, attended the intimate ceremony. Manson later described it as “a beautiful, raw goodbye to a man who gave everything to his fans.”
From his wild stage antics to his heartfelt final bow, Ozzy Osbourne leaves behind a legacy that reshaped rock music. His funeral was not just a goodbye—it was a celebration of a life that burned bright, roared loud, and touched millions around the world.