Key Facts
• July 30, 2025: Funeral procession for Ozzy Osbourne held in Birmingham.
• Osbourne, frontman of Black Sabbath, passed away on July 22, 2025, at age 76.
• Diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019; held his final concert on July 5, 2025.
• Procession began at noon with a black Jaguar hearse adorned with flowers.
• Fans chanted “Ozzy! Ozzy!” and shouted messages of love along the route.
• Brass band performed in Aston, where Osbourne spent his childhood.
• Thousands of fans gathered at “Black Sabbath Bridge” to pay tribute.
• Family paused at the bridge to lay flowers and read fan messages.
• Birmingham Mayor Zafar Iqbal called Osbourne “a son of Birmingham.”
• Private funeral service followed the public procession.
Summary
On July 30, 2025, Birmingham bid farewell to legendary musician Ozzy Osbourne with a heartfelt funeral procession. The Black Sabbath frontman, who passed away on July 22 at age 76, was honored by thousands of fans lining the streets. Diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019, Osbourne had recently performed his final concert on July 5. The procession, led by a flower-adorned black Jaguar hearse, included stops at significant locations, such as “Black Sabbath Bridge,” where his family laid flowers and read tributes. Fans celebrated his life with chants and music, reflecting Osbourne’s wish for a joyful farewell. Birmingham Mayor Zafar Iqbal praised Osbourne as both a music legend and a beloved son of the city. A private funeral service followed the public tribute.
