Ozzy Osbourne's Farewell: A Reflection by Kelly Osbourne
In the heart of Ozzy Osbourne's hometown, the Black Sabbath Bench on Broad Street has become a pilgrimage site for thousands of fans, who have gathered to pay their respects to the legendary rockstar. Flowers, wreaths, posters, balloons, candles, and cards have been laid in tribute, creating a poignant display of love and admiration for the man who brought heavy metal to the masses.
The Osbourne family has expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of love, support, and messages they have received from fans around the world. In a statement, they reflected on the profound impact Ozzy had on the city and its people, as well as on fans worldwide. Ozzy Osbourne passed away on July 22 at the age of 74.
Just weeks before his passing, Kelly Osbourne's longtime partner, Sid Wilson, proposed to her at her father's farewell concert. The proposal, which took place backstage after the concert, was a joyous moment amidst the impending sorrow. Kelly shared a video of the proposal on Instagram, and the post has since garnered thousands of heartfelt comments.
Kelly has been open about her grief, describing it as coming in waves. In a heartfelt Instagram post, she shared a quote from Black Sabbath's 1972 song, expressing her deep connection to her father's legacy. Earlier, she shared a joyful image from her engagement moment, which happened backstage at Ozzy's final Black Sabbath concert on July 5, with both her parents present.
The Black Sabbath Bridge and Black Sabbath Mural on Navigation Street in Birmingham have also become sites for tributes to Ozzy Osbourne. The council has stated that the memorabilia will be collected respectfully in consultation with the rockstar's relatives and then stored with great care in a safe place to ensure they are protected and treated with dignity.
As tributes continue to pour in, the Osbourne family has been touched by the heartfelt messages and the outpouring of love for their father. Kelly signs off her Instagram post with "#BirminghamForever #OzzyForever", a testament to her enduring love for her hometown and her father.
The Black Sabbath reunion concert, which took place at Villa Park near where the band was formed in 1968, was a poignant reminder of Ozzy's lasting impact on the music industry. At the concert, Ozzy performed his final set from a large black throne, a fitting tribute to the man who brought darkness and light to the world of rock and roll.
Entertainment surrounds the mourning of Ozzy Osbourne as fans and celebrities alike express their deep admiration through Instagram posts, with Kelly Osbourne's account gathering thousands of heartfelt comments following her engagement announcement at her father's farewell concert just weeks before his death. The impact of Ozzy's entertainment career on the city, the music industry, and his family continues to resonate, even as fans gather at various sites like the Black Sabbath Bench, Black Sabbath Bridge, and Black Sabbath Mural, with the memorabilia collected and cared for in remembrance.
