Ozzy Osbourne funeral procession: Thousands gather in Birmingham to bid farewell to Prince of Darkness
Birmingham bids farewell to Ozzy Osbourne
Ahead of his burial, fans in Birmingham paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne in deeply personal ways, New York Post reported. The city's iconic Black Sabbath Bridge has been transformed into a sea of flowers left by heartbroken admirers.
From the early hours of Wednesday (July 30), crowds began to gather, hoping to catch a glimpse of the heavy metal legend's hearse as it passed through the city.
Also Read: Why was Ozzy Osbourne known as Prince of Darkness? Here's how Black Sabbath star got his nickname
Along the procession route, fans also left heartfelt letters and emotional notes for Ozzy. A condolence book started by Birmingham Museum and Art also collected signatures, reflecting the city's love for its legend, according to the outlet.
Ozzy Osbourne's final procession draws stars and family
The late rockstar's wife, Sharon Osbourne and the rest of the family will follow the hearse in cars, accompanied by the Bostin Brass live band, a fitting tribute for a man who lived loud.
Ozzy's Black Sabbath bandmates, Terence 'Geezer' Butler, Tony Iommi, and Bill Ward, will also attend his funeral, alongside famous names like Sir Elton John and Yungblud.
Also Read: Ozzy Osbourne's funeral to be 'small' and 'private': When and where Black Sabbath star will be laid to rest
The procession, organized by Birmingham City Council in collaboration with the Osbourne family, who covered the costs, promises to be as grand as the man himself.
'Ozzy was more than a music legend, he was a son of Birmingham,' said Lord Mayor Zafar Iqbal ahead of the funeral.
FAQs:
1. Who is attending Ozzy Osbourne's funeral procession?
Family, bandmates from Black Sabbath, and stars like Sir Elton John and Yungblud are expected to attend.
2. Who organised the funeral procession?
The Birmingham City Council organised it in collaboration with the Osbourne family.
3. What tributes have fans left for Ozzy?
Fans have left flowers, letters, and signed a condolence book in his memory.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
&w=3840&q=100)
Business Standard
10 hours ago
- Business Standard
PVR Inox narrows losses as hits like 'F1' boost footfalls, revenue
Footfalls in cinema halls have been pressured by weak urban consumption, an uneven slate of film releases and growing competition from streaming platforms Reuters (Reuters) -India's PVR Inox reported a sharply narrower quarterly loss on Wednesday as a strong box office slate, including Hollywood hit 'F1: The Movie', drew more audiences to theatres and boosted ticket and food sales. India's largest multiplex operator, formed through the merger of PVR and Inox, reported a consolidated loss of 540 million rupees ($6.2 million) in the April-June quarter, compared with a loss of 1.79 billion rupees a year earlier. Analysts, on an average, had expected a loss of 659.1 million rupees. Footfalls in cinema halls have been pressured by weak urban consumption, an uneven slate of film releases and growing competition from streaming platforms. To bring audiences back, PVR has been offering discounted weekday tickets and relaunching older movie hits. These measures, along with the strong box office performance of Bollywood and Hollywood films such as 'Sitaare Zameen Par' and 'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning' helped lift quarterly footfalls by 12% on-year. Average ticket prices rose 8% to 254 rupees, while per head spending on food and beverages increased 10% to a record 148 rupees. Executive Director Sanjeev Bijli told Reuters he expects spending in these segments to grow at a similar pace in the coming quarters. "I do see a visibility of great films all the way down to December, the end of third-quarter, and that's what's going to drive consumption for admissions, ticket prices, advertisement revenues and also F&B spends," Bijli said. He added that the company's new cinema halls will experiment with gaming centers, co-working spaces and cafeterias inside the premises to "enhance the stickiness of the consumer". Revenue from operations rose 23% to 14.69 billion rupees for the quarter, topping analysts' estimate of 14.24 billion rupees. The results come amid growing signs of recovery in urban consumption. Consumer goods firms such as Hindustan Unilever and Britannia are signalling improving urban demand after several quarters of sluggish growth. (Reporting by Hritam Mukherjee in Bengaluru; Editing by Sonia Cheema) (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
India.com
16 hours ago
- India.com
Legendary Singer Ozzy Osbournes Actual Cause Of Death Revealed: Deets Inside
Washington: Ozzy Osbourne died from a heart attack and suffered from Parkinson's and coronary artery disease, according to a death certificate filed in London and obtained by the New York Times. John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne, the lead singer of British heavy metal band Black Sabbath, passed away at 76. Heavy metal legend made an iconic reunion with his Black Sabbath bandmates and delivered a huge farewell concert weeks before he passed away on Tuesday, July 22. The certificate, filed by his daughter Amiee, noted that he died of "(a) Out of hospital cardiac arrest (b) Acute myocardial infarction (c) Coronary artery disease and Parkinson's disease with autonomic dysfunction (Joint Causes)," reported Variety. In the wake of his passing, his family released the following 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. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time," reported Variety. The heavy metal legend made an iconic reunion with his Black Sabbath bandmates and delivered a huge farewell concert weeks before he passed away on Tuesday, July 22. The show was held in his and the band's birthplace, Birmingham, England, as per the outlet. On Wednesday, July 30, Ozzy's loved ones attended Osbourne's funeral procession in the city of Birmingham, England, while fans lined the streets of his beloved hometown to say goodbye. Osbourne's cortege and family visited Broad Street, where the Black Sabbath bridge and bench have become a public memorial to the "Crazy Train" singer with flowers, photos and notes After Osbourne's death, tributes poured in from Jack White, Metallica, Rob Zombie and Elton John, who all shared tributes to the legendary rocker on social media. "So sad to hear the news of [Ozzy Osbourne] passing away," John wrote. "He was a dear friend and a huge trailblazer who secured his place in the pantheon of rock gods - a true legend. He was also one of the funniest people I've ever met. I will miss him dearly. To Sharon and the family, I send my condolences and love," reported Variety.
Hindustan Times
16 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Ozzy Osbourne's final occupation revealed in death certificate
Even in death, the Prince of Darkness gets the last laugh - exiting the spotlight in true Ozzy fashion - as a certified "rock legend". The heavy metal pioneer's death certificate was recently made public, revealing details about the cause of death and his final job description listed in the official document - one that is as thunderous as his booming personality, befitting a true rock god. 'Songwriter, performer and rock legend' - Ozzy Osbourne's final resume entry is as thunderous as his iconic personality and career.(x/@Photomusicrock) Ozzy Osbourne, who died aged 76, was battling numerous health ailments at the time of his death, and according to the official death certificate first reported by New York Times, he passed away from cardiac arrest, acute myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease and Parkinson's disease on July 22. 'Rock Legend' on paper, icon forever The document reveals the King of Chaos' official profession as 'songwriter, performer and rock legend,' as listed by his daughter, Aimee Osbourne, when she submitted the formal details to a registry in London. It's a job title that doesn't just describe a career - it captures a cultural force. From fronting Black Sabbath to redefining heavy metal and shocking the world with his wild antics, Ozzy's legacy was never just about music. The title immortalizes a man whose life was lived on stage, at full volume, and on his own terms - the only description bold enough to match the madness and the magic, because for Ozzy, anything less than legendary just wouldn't do. A closing credit as thunderous, wild and iconic as the man himself! The Prince of Darkness at Black Sabbath's farewell show "Back to the Beginning" that took place in Birmingham, less than two weeks before the rock legend's death.(x/@gibsonguitar) A funeral fit for the Prince of Darkness When news of Ozzy Osbourne's passing first broke, his family chose not to disclose the cause of death, simply sharing that the heavy metal pioneer had 'passed away this morning… surrounded by love.' In the days that followed, tributes poured in from around the world, culminating in a deeply emotional farewell. On July 31, Ozzy was laid to rest at a serene spot near the lake on his Buckinghamshire estate - his chosen resting place. Over 100 guests attended the private ceremony, including his wife, Sharon, his children Aimee, Kelly, Jack, and Louis, as well as industry legends like Marilyn Manson, Metallica's James Hetfield and Yungblud. Longtime friend and guitarist Zakk Wylde led the funeral procession. The home was adorned with pictures of Ozzy, and each attendee was given a commemorative photograph to take home - one final memento of a man who meant so much to so many. Ozzy Osbourne's family at his funeral procession.(AP) No mope-fest, just metal A day prior to the funeral, the streets of Birmingham - his hometown - were lined with thousands of fans who joined the Osbourne family for a public funeral procession. Sharon was seen breaking down in front of a memorial, clutching Jack's hand and embracing Kelly in a quiet moment of grief. Each loved one wore something to honor Ozzy in their own way. And yet, even in mourning, the farewell had flashes of the man's signature mischief. Years earlier, Ozzy had described his ideal funeral: 'I honestly don't care what they play at my funeral… But I do want to make sure it's a celebration, not a mope-fest.' Ever the prankster, he'd even joked about faking coffin sounds or recording a cheeky post-mortem video for his guests. True to his wishes, his goodbye wasn't just somber - unforgettable, larger than life, and so very metal. A fitting send-off for a rock legend who lived loud and left even louder.
