Overview

• A public procession through Birmingham on July 30, highlighted by a live band at Black Sabbath Bridge, preceded a private burial in Buckinghamshire.
• Kelly Osbourne paid tribute by wearing her father’s characteristic purple glasses during the emotional procession.
• Longtime guitarist Zakk Wylde revealed Ozzy’s final SMS, in which the singer apologized for missing him backstage and signed off “I love you, mate.”
• Industry estimates place Ozzy Osbourne’s estate between €190 million and €200 million, encompassing music rights, royalties and global properties.
• Family law experts warn that UK and US inheritance rules could trigger legal disputes as Sharon Osbourne and six children seek to divide his assets.