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Crowds to share final goodbye to Ozzy Osbourne

Ozzy Osbourne's makes final public appearance at Birmingham farewell show
  • Fans of Ozzy Osbourne will pay their respects in a public procession in his home city of Birmingham on Wednesday.
  • The hearse carrying the Black Sabbath frontman, who died last Tuesday at 76, will travel down Broad Street from around 1pm.
  • The cortege, accompanied by a live brass band, will pass the Black Sabbath bench and bridge, with family members expected to attend.
  • Birmingham City Council collaborated with the Osbourne family, who are funding all associated costs for the tribute.
  • The Lord Mayor of Birmingham highlighted Osbourne as a 'son of Birmingham' and noted the city's support for a fitting farewell ahead of a private family funeral.
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