29-07-2025
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Ozzy Osbourne funeral details confirmed as icon will be laid to rest in Birmingham
Ozzy Osbourne's funeral details have been confirmed as the star is set to have one last drive around Birmingham before he is laid to rest in his cherished hometown
Ozzy Osbourne's funeral date has been confirmed as the Prince of Darkness will be laid to rest in his hometown of Birmingham tomorrow (July 30).
The rock legend passed away on July 22 "surrounded by love" at the age of 76, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease, although no cause of death has been confirmed.
A statement from his family, including his beloved wife Sharon, said: "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."
The news came just two weeks after his final show at Birmingham's Villa Park, where he preformed for the last time alongside his Black Sabbath bandmates at the Back to the Beginning benefit gig.
It has now been revealed that the War Pig singer will be put to rest in his much cherished Birmingham, with a special procession through the streets so fans of the star can say their goodbyes to a local legend.
Ozzy's cortege will travel along Broad Street in the city centre of Birmingham from 1pm on Wednesday, making its way towards Black Sabbath Bridge, where fans have already placed tributes from flowers to letters and more.
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