Birmingham mayor describes Ozzy Osbourne as ‘son of Birmingham
The Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Zafar Iqbal has described Ozzy Osbourne as a “son of Birmingham” ahead of today’s funeral.
He said: “Ozzy was more than a music legend – he was a son of Birmingham. Having recently been awarded the Freedom of the City and following his celebrated appearance at the Back to the Beginning concert at Villa Park earlier this month, it was important to the city that we support a fitting, dignified tribute ahead of a private family funeral.
“We know how much this moment will mean to his fans. We’re proud to host it here with his loving family in the place where it all began, and we are grateful that they have generously offered to pay to enable this to happen and support the city is giving him the farewell he deserves.”
Tom Watling30 July 2025 07:52
In pictures: Fans arrive and floral tributes laid ahead of funeral
The first eager metalheads have already arrived in Birmingham to see off Ozzy Osbourne, the godfather of heavy metal.
Thousands are expected to line the streets as Mr Osbourne’s coffin is driven through his hometown of Birmingham to a private funeral.
Tom Watling30 July 2025 07:44
Ozzy Osbourne funeral: Where is it, what time, who’s going and how to watch
Below we have an explainer of everything you need to know about today’s events.
Tom Watling30 July 2025 07:37
Good morning
The funeral of Black Sabbath frontman and metal icon Ozzy Osbourne will take place later today in his hometown of Birmingham.
Thousands are expected to line the streets to pay their respects to the affectionately known Prince of Darkness, who died at the age of 76 last Tuesday.
You can follow events from Birmingham here as they unfold.
Tom Watling30 July 2025 07:28
