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On July 30th, members of Black Sabbath, Metallica and other rock stars gathered to say goodbye to the rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. The funeral service took place in the closest family base on the Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne estate in Buckinghamshire, England. The rock legend died on July 22nd at the age of 76 in the circle of his family.
Worldwide sympathy and live stream
Fans around the globe were able to follow the funeral procession live the day before, which moved through Birmingham. The vehicles with Osbourne’s family stopped at the famous Black Sabbath Bench, where flowers were laid down, a moving moment full of respect for the “Prince of Darkness”.
Prominent mourners
The actual ceremony the next day was private. The people present included Osbournes Black-Sabbath-Bandmollegen Tony Iommi, Bill Ward and Geezer Butler as well as his long-time guitarist Zakk Wylde. In addition, James Hetfield, Slipknots Corey Taylor, Sid Wilson (who is engaged to Kelly Osbourne), Marilyn Manson, Rob Zombie, Elton John and Yungblud took part. Robert Trujillo, who played bass for Ozzy in the 1990s, announced via social media to also be present.
Emotional farewell words
“Ozzy’s service was a wonderful homage. There were tears and a lot of laughter,” a family friend told “The Sun”. Around 110 people took part. Marilyn Manson wrote on X after the ceremony: “Today we wore a beloved friend. I am infinitely grateful that you let me in your life, ozzy. Your inspiration and love stay with me. Thanks to Sharon and family for the venerable, beautiful ceremony. Your legacy continues.”
Children of Ozzy Osbourne visited funeral service
Access to the property was closed from 1 p.m. The guests received simple black invitations with a cross and the lettering “In Loving Memory of Ozzy Osbourne”. Shuttlebuses were organized by nearby hotels to transport visitors. The ceremony started at 3 p.m. and security forces ensured a smooth process.