Plans for Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral confirmed

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29 Jul 2025 • 6:20 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Fans of heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne will have the opportunity to pay their respects during a public funeral cortège in his home city of Birmingham.
  • The procession for the Black Sabbath frontman, who died aged 76 on 22 July, will take place on Wednesday, 30 July, travelling along Broad Street from 1pm.
  • The cortège will pause at the Black Sabbath bench and bridge, accompanied by a live brass band, before a private family funeral.
  • Birmingham City Council coordinated the event with Osbourne's family, who are funding the associated costs, with road closures and diversions in place.
  • For those unable to attend, a livestream of the Black Sabbath bench will be available, and a book of condolence and an exhibition are open in Birmingham.

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