Ozzy Osbourne to receive a modest, private funeral, emphasizing it won't be a gloomy event
Ozzy Osbourne's Celebration of Life: A Musical Tribute
Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary rock icon, passed away last week at the age of 76. His celebration of life took place shortly after his death, on July 22, 2025, and was a poignant gathering that brought together the original Black Sabbath lineup—Azie, Tony, Geyser, and Bill—for the first time since 2005.
The exact date of the celebration concert is not explicitly stated, but it was a significant event that marked the end of a musical era. The original band members were joined by a host of other musicians, and the concert was attended by a global audience, both in-person at the stadium and remotely, united in celebrating Ozzy’s impact on music and culture.
In the weeks leading up to his death, Ozzy had called off a tour he'd already pushed back and officially retired from touring due to health issues associated with his Parkinson's disease. Despite his retirement, he had made a statement about performing more gigs before he's finished, and the celebration concert was intended to serve as his farewell concert in his hometown of Birmingham, England.
Ozzy is survived by his wife Sharon, whom he married in 1982, and their six adult children: Aimee, Kelly, and Jack, whom they share, and Elliot, whom he adopted. He was also father to Louis and Jessica from his first marriage to Thelma Riley.
Throughout his life, Ozzy and his family were the centrepiece of MTV's early aughts reality hit, "The Osbournes." In the face of his death, his family has been touched by the love and support pouring in from around the world.
The funeral will be a celebration of life to honor Ozzy’s wild and charismatic spirit. During the concert, Ozzy made an emotional goodbye, affirming that he doesn't feel dead and is not going anywhere. His spirit will undoubtedly continue to live on through his music and the countless lives he has touched.
[1] Source: Multiple media outlets covering the event.
The celebration of Ozzy Osbourne's life, filled with music and memories, was a ranging tribute to the intersection of health, entertainment, and pop-culture, featuring celebrities and musicians from around the globe. Despite his retirement due to health issues, the concert served as a poignant reminder of the lasting impact of pop-culture icons on entertainment and society.
