Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary rock icon, died July 22, 2026 at the age of 76. His death signaled the end of an era for the family and fans of the tattooed and beloved frontman. Birmingham, England, witnessed a beautiful funeral procession on July 30th. It became a joyous celebration of the life and legacy of a beloved musician gone too soon. Hundreds of fans lined the streets to honor him. They stood in Birmingham as the hearse went by with a gorgeous crown of purple flowers.
During the procession, Osbourne’s family made a poignant stop at Birmingham’s Black Sabbath bridge and bench. In the years since Osbourne’s death this place has become a huge gathering place for memorial. Fans have filled the arena with memorabilia all week long to celebrate his life. Sharon Osbourne and her children Jack, Kelly, and Aimee took a moment to enjoy the touching sentiments from fans. They marveled at the artifacts that instituted their family’s history.
As they crossed the bridge, loved ones waved jubilantly to the cheering throng. The pair waved peace signs to the 60,000 adoring fans that amassed to celebrate Osbourne’s legacy. It was an emotional scene, and it beautifully captured the profound connection between Osbourne and his fans. Sharon Osbourne led her family through an emotional tribute. Collectively, they got to thinking about the transformative role that Ozzy has played in their own lives and in the world of music.
Osbourne’s family includes not only his three children with Sharon—Jack, Kelly, and Aimee—but three from his first marriage: Louis, Jessica, and Elliot. At the time of his death, he was a grandfather to ten grandchildren. This deep family legacy is a great tribute to the life Anderson led apart from the music.
Only a few weeks before his passing, Osbourne reunited on stage with his old collaborators from Black Sabbath. They sang together at the “Back to the Beginning” benefit concert in Birmingham. This quintessential final performance received the raucous applause of grateful fans and stood as a fitting end to Osbourne’s illustrious career full of incredible history. His unexpected death left the world in great sorrow. In addition to this ongoing legacy, just this past week he announced the coming release of a new memoir, Last Rites, coming October 7.
Friends and fans gathered together at the Black Sabbath bridge and bench to pay tribute to their rock legend. These spots have become a rallying point, a powerful focal point for grieving and remembrance. The memorial that’s grown in her honor has become a beautiful testament to Osbourne’s impact on music, culture, and personal expression.
