Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral cortege will make its way through his home city of Birmingham as fans, friends and family say goodbye. The Black Sabbath singer’s body will be taken in a hearse through the city on Wednesday, on the way to his private funeral. The event is a chance for the city to pay its last respects to one of its “greatest legends”. A hearse and accompanying vehicles will slowly make their way down Broad Street from about 13:00. The procession will travel to the Black Sabbath Bridge and bench, where thousands of fans have left heartfelt messages and floral tributes. The cortege will be accompanied by a live performance from Birmingham-based Bostin’ Brass Band and other local musicians. Broad Street will be closed to through traffic from about 07:00, with buses and trams diverted during the event. Stewards will be on hand to help visitors. Access for locals will be managed where possible but cannot be guaranteed. Those planning to come along have been urged to arrive early, use public transport and follow safety guidance. Many fans agree that Birmingham is the appropriate location for the procession to take place, as it is Osbourne’s home city and where he should be remembered. The Black Sabbath bench on Broad Street has become a focal point for fans to pay homage and honor the legend who Ozzy Osbourne was. He was proud to be from Birmingham, and fellow Brummies are proud to have him as one of their own. Thousands are expected to come to say a final farewell to the Black Sabbath frontman.
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