Sharon Osbourne and her children were seen in tears as they greeted fans during a funeral procession organized through Birmingham streets, according to Sky News.
The procession was arranged to allow fans to bid farewell to Ozzy Osbourne before his funeral ceremony. The emotional scene took place as supporters gathered at Black Sabbath Bridge to pay their respects to the heavy metal legend.
Sharon Osbourne was accompanied by her children and appeared visibly emotional as they acknowledged the crowds of fans who had come to honor Ozzy’s memory. The family’s grief was evident as they participated in this public farewell.
The procession through Birmingham, Ozzy’s hometown, provided an opportunity for fans to say goodbye to the Black Sabbath frontman who had a profound impact on the heavy metal music scene.
The public farewell reflected the deep connection between Ozzy and his hometown, where his musical journey began decades ago.
CBS News reported that the cortege traveled down Broad Street. A local brass band, Bostin Brass, accompanied the procession as thousands gathered to pay their respects. The city of Birmingham closed Broad Street from early morning to accommodate the massive turnout of fans who wanted to honor the metal icon.
The Independent noted that Sharon and her children Jack and Kelly stopped to lay flowers at the Black Sabbath bench and bridge. This site features life-size cutouts of the band’s founding members. This location has become a pilgrimage site for fans of the pioneering heavy metal band.
The Lord Mayor of Birmingham emphasized Ozzy’s significance to the city. He called him ‘more than a music legend — he was a son of Birmingham.’ Since his death, fans have continuously visited the Black Sabbath Bridge. They have left flowers, pictures, and heartfelt messages, including references to his iconic solo hit, ‘Crazy Train.’
Birmingham holds special significance as the birthplace of Black Sabbath. The band revolutionized heavy metal music in the early 1970s. The city’s tribute to Ozzy demonstrates how his influence extended far beyond music, becoming a cultural ambassador for Birmingham on the global stage.
You can watch Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral procession via Sky News on YouTube below.
