Ozzy Osbourne's Funeral Procession: Fans Celebrate Rock Icon in Birmingham
CBS NewsAugust 5, 20253 min121,915 views
5 connectionsΒ·7 entities in this videoβA Celebration of a Rock Legend
- π Ozzy Osbourne, the "prince of darkness" and "godfather of heavy metal," was honored in his hometown of Birmingham, UK, with a funeral procession.
- π In line with Osbourne's wishes, the event was a celebration of his life, not a somber occasion, with thousands of fans lining the streets.
- πΆ Fans demonstrated their loyalty by chanting his name, drinking from Viking horns, and displaying messages across their chests.
International Tributes and Fan Devotion
- π Tributes to Osbourne came from an international fan base, with messages arriving from Spain, Poland, Germany, the US, and Romania.
- π€ Fans left more than just flowers; they also left bottles of Jack Daniels and toy bats, referencing Osbourne's infamous 1982 incident.
- πΊ A new generation connected with Osbourne and his family through their reality television shows, adding another layer to their devotion.
Family's Grief and Public Appearance
- π Osbourne's wife, Sharon, and children, Jack, Kelly, and Amy, were present at the procession and took time to view the tributes.
- π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ The family appeared subdued, acknowledging the crowds and the outpouring of support before heading to a private funeral.
- π¬ While the family did not speak publicly, their presence showed a shared moment of grief and recognition of Osbourne's impact.
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