Ozzy Osbourne Funeral: Sharon Osbourne Breaks Down As Fans Flood Birmingham Streets
Ozzy Osbourne's funeral saw thousands mourn in Birmingham. Sharon Osbourne broke down seeing fans' emotional tributes to the legendary rocker.
The world bid farewell to heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne in an emotional funeral procession held in Birmingham, England, on July 30. The iconic Black Sabbath frontman, who passed away on July 22 at the age of 76 after battling Parkinson's disease, was honoured by thousands of grieving fans who flooded the streets of his hometown to celebrate his life and music legacy.
The ceremony, organised by the Birmingham City Council in collaboration with the Osbourne family, became a powerful tribute to the 'Prince of Darkness." Fans from all corners of the globe came together, placing flowers, hand-written notes, vinyl records, and memorabilia in makeshift memorials that lined the roads of the city he once called home.
SHARON LOOKS SO FRAGILE SHE'S LOST HER SOULMATE MY HEART BREAKS FOR HER, SENDING MY LOVE TO THE WHOLE OSBOURNE FAMILY TODAY 🦇🤘🏻💕 #OzzyOsbourne #RIPOzzy pic.twitter.com/4h4XbaViRE — Cerys Emily ♡ (@Cerys_Emily_x) July 30, 2025
The Band of the Coldstream Guards perform "Paranoid" by Black Sabbath at Changing of the Guard today. RIP Ozzy Osbourne, the "Prince of Darkness" #guard #kingsguard #ozzyosbourne #blacksabbath #paranoid #heavymetal #rockband #london #buckinghampalace 💂🤘🏽 pic.twitter.com/tZM45WvCM6 — Claudette Forrester (@forresterbird) July 30, 2025
Sharon Osbourne, Ozzy's wife of over four decades, was visibly emotional as she stepped out with her children—Kelly, Jack, and Aimee Osbourne—to join the procession. Dressed in a full-length black gown, Sharon broke down upon witnessing the immense love pouring in from the public. Holding onto her children for support, she paused to take in the sea of fans who had gathered to remember the legend. The Osbourne family greeted the crowd, with Jack and Kelly seen offering peace signs and tearful smiles.
Ozzy Osbourne, known for redefining the heavy metal genre with Black Sabbath and later enjoying a solo career filled with chartbusters and controversial fame, had publicly revealed his Parkinson's diagnosis in 2020. Despite multiple health issues in recent years, he remained an enduring symbol of rebellion, resilience, and raw musical talent.
The funeral procession culminated in a private ceremony, but the citywide tribute echoed the deep impact Ozzy had on millions. Birmingham, long hailed as the birthplace of heavy metal, embraced one of its most influential sons with the reverence befitting a rock god.
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July 31, 2025, 04:28 IST
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