Ozzy Osbourne Funeral Procession Draws Thousands to Birmingham, England Streets
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND, JUL 30 – Thousands paid tribute during a procession including family, bandmates, and musicians, honoring Ozzy Osbourne's legacy as a pioneering heavy metal icon who died aged 76.
- On July 30, 2025, thousands of fans paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne by participating in a memorial march across the streets of his native Birmingham, England.
- John Michael Osbourne, known as the iconic lead singer of Black Sabbath, passed away on July 22, 2025, following several years of health complications, including Parkinson's disease.
- The procession included a Jaguar hearse decorated with purple flowers arranged to spell "Ozzy" and made stops at significant locations such as his childhood residence on Lodge Road.
- His family shared that they are deeply saddened to announce the loss of Ozzy Osbourne earlier today, noting he was surrounded by love and those closest to him.
- The event reflected Osbourne’s lasting impact, with thousands leaving tributes and underscoring his role in defining heavy metal and his broad cultural influence.
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