Mourning after father's funeral, Kelly Osbourne expresses her thoughts.
Ozzy Osbourne Bid Farewell: A Star-Studded Private Funeral
Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath singer who passed away on July 22, 2025, at the age of 76, was laid to rest in a private ceremony at his family home in Buckinghamshire. The private funeral was attended by close friends and family, including his wife Sharon Osbourne (72), who was visibly distraught during the service.
Zakk Wylde, Ozzy's lead guitarist, was among those present at the private event. Rob Zombie, a long-time friend of the Osbourne family, wore a black skull-print scarf, while Manson, another close friend, donned black nail polish as a mark of respect. Rob Zombie chose to attend the funeral in Gothic and heavy metal attire, reflecting the rock and roll spirit of the occasion.
The Osbourne siblings - Jack, Kelly, Aimee, and Louis - laid flowers and greeted people to express their gratitude. Kelly, wearing her father's signature tinted glasses, was seen embracing her brother Jack emotionally at the Black Sabbath Bridge.
Kelly Osbourne also shared a tribute on her Instagram stories, featuring a unique floral arrangement shaped like a message by the small lake on the family estate. The inscription read "Ozzy Fucking Osbourne" in purple flowers, a fitting tribute to her father's flamboyant style. She also posted the poignant lyrics from his song "Changes," expressing her grief and calling him the best friend she ever had.
Following the private funeral, a public funeral procession took place in Birmingham, with family and friends participating. Kelly Osbourne was seen in the procession, wearing her father's signature tinted glasses, while Marilyn Manson, another guest at the funeral, wore black nail polish. A parade was held through the city center of Birmingham, honoring the life and legacy of Ozzy Osbourne.
Manson later wrote a tribute on Instagram, expressing gratitude for knowing Ozzy and appreciation for the respectful ceremony. His wife, Lindsay Usich, was also in attendance at the private funeral.
[1] Source: The Sun [2] Source: BBC News
Entertainment personalities gathered to bid farewell to Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic Black Sabbath singer, at his private funeral attended by family and close friends in the world of pop-culture and heavy metal. Notable celebrities, such as Zakk Wylde, Rob Zombie, and Marilyn Manson, honored Ozzy's legacy by adhering to the rock and roll theme in their attire, embodying the iconic spirit of pop-culture and the genre.
