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Thousands of fans are lining the streets of Birmingham to honor Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman, as his funeral procession winds through his hometown. The public tribute offers a final farewell to the heavy metal icon before a private family ceremony.
What to Know:
- Osbourne’s hearse began its journey down Broad Street at 1 p.m. local time
- The procession includes family vehicles and a live performance by Bostin Brass
- Stops include the Black Sabbath bridge and bench, now a memorial site
- Fans have gathered since early morning, leaving flowers, messages, and memorabilia
- Broad Street is closed to traffic; public transport is rerouted
- A livestream of the Black Sabbath bench is available for remote viewers
- The Osbourne family is funding the public tribute ahead of the private funeral
Stay with Newsweek as Birmingham bids farewell to its Prince of Darkness.