How to watch Ozzy Osbourne's funeral procession as rock legend laid to rest
Black Sabbath legend Ozzy Osbourne will be laid to rest after a funeral procession through the streets of his hometown of Birmingham today.
Fans came from far and wide to get a glimpse of the Prince of Darkness' last performance at Birmingham Villa Park on July 5 and in the days since he passed away, they've gathered round the city to sign official books of condolences at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery and to lay flowers, cards and tributes at the Black Sabbath bench.
The rock icon died on Tuesday, July 22 surrounded by his close family, as they released a statement confirming the singer had passed.
The statement read: "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. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time."
Today fans are set to say their final goodbye as Ozzy's body makes its way through his beloved hometown one last time. The cortege is set to travel down Broad Street to the Black Sabbath bench and bridge, passing the fans and heartfelt tributes left, at 1pm this afternoon.
Ozzy's beloved wife Sharon Osborne and their children, Jack, Kelly and Aimee, as well as Ozzy's son Louis, will be following the hearse in private cars.
Fans wishing to pay their respects are encouraged to head to the city centre early via public transport, and it is expected to be a big crowd with stewards and security on hand to steer people safely along the route.
The costs of the funeral procession are being paid for by the Osbourne family, with the city's city council involved in the planning of the day.
For those hoping to catch a glimpse of the cortege there is a live camera set up with views of the Black Sabbath bridge in Birmingham. The stream can be viewed around the world, for fans across the globe to pay their respects.
The live stream is available to watch here, and you will be able to see the cars as they pass at 1pm today.
Birmingham City Council has also organised an online book of condolence, offering fans around the world the chance to leave a message of support for the Osbourne family, and a tribute for Ozzy.
The book of condolence can be found online here. Additionally if you are in Birmingham a physical copy of the book of condolence can be found at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, where the Ozzy Osbourne exhibition Working Class Hero is currently on too.
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