The Mayor of Birmingham has described Birmingham’s son ‘Ozi Osbourne’ as’
Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Zafar Iqbal, described Ozi Osbourne as “son of Birmingham” before today’s funeral.
He said: “Ozi was more than a musical legend – he was a son of Birmingham. Recently, the city was awarded independence and after his famous appearance for the beginning in Villa Park earlier this month, it was important for the city that we support a fitting, dignified tribute to a private family funeral.
“We know how much this moment matters to his fans. We are proud to host it here with our loving family where all this started, and we are grateful that they have offered to pay to do so generously and are supporting the city that he is bid farewell.”
Tom Watling30 July 2025 07:52
In pictures: Fan arrival and tribute to flowers is kept before the funeral
The first curious metalheads have already arrived in Birmingham, who are to see Ozi Osbourne, the godfather of heavy metal.
Thousands of people are expected to line up the streets as the coffin of Shri Osbourne is motivated for a personal funeral through his hometown in Birmingham.
Tom Watling30 July 2025 07:44
Ozzy osbourne Funeral: Where is it, what time, who is going and how to see
Below we have an interpreter of whatever you have to know about today’s events.
Tom Watling30 July 2025 07:37
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The last rites of Black Sabbath Frontman and Metal Icon Ozi Osbourne will be held today in their hometown in Birmingham.
Thousands of people are expected to pay their honors to the prince of darkness known by affection, who died last Tuesday at the age of 76.
You can follow the events of Birmingham here because they come out.
Tom Watling30 July 2025 07:28