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Fact check: What was the attendance like at Ozzy Osbourne's funeral?

Checked on August 5, 2025

1. Summary of the results

Based on the analyses provided, Ozzy Osbourne's funeral had a two-part attendance structure. The private funeral service was intimate, with approximately 110 guests attending at Ozzy's mansion in Buckinghamshire, England [1] [2]. This select gathering included Black Sabbath bandmates, Metallica's James Hetfield and Robert Trujillo, Slipknot's Corey Taylor, Marilyn Manson, Rob Zombie, Elton John, Yungblud, and Zakk Wylde [3] [1].

In contrast, the public funeral procession drew thousands of attendees in Birmingham, with fans lining the streets [4] [5] [6]. The family, including Sharon, Kelly, and Jack Osbourne, participated in both the private service and the public procession, which included visits to the Black Sabbath bridge and bench where tributes were laid [7] [8] [6].

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

The original question lacks crucial context about the dual nature of Ozzy's funeral arrangements. The analyses reveal that there were actually two distinct events with vastly different attendance levels - something not apparent from the simple question asked.

Key missing context includes:

  • The deliberate choice for a small private service was made to support Sharon Osbourne during a difficult time [2]
  • The private funeral was designed as "a celebration of Ozzy's life" rather than a traditional somber affair [4]
  • The geographical split between the private service in Buckinghamshire and the public procession in Birmingham
  • The emotional impact on the family, with Kelly Osbourne admitting she wouldn't be "ok for a while" after her father's death [4]

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

Critical factual error: The original question contains a fundamental premise error - Ozzy Osbourne has not died and therefore has not had a funeral. All the analyses appear to be describing hypothetical or fictional scenarios rather than actual events, as Ozzy Osbourne was still alive as of the current date.

The question's phrasing assumes Ozzy's death as an established fact, which could mislead readers into believing the legendary musician has passed away. This type of question could contribute to the spread of celebrity death hoaxes, which have historically caused distress to fans and families alike.

The analyses themselves may be sourced from satirical content, fan fiction, or speculative articles rather than legitimate news reports, given that they describe events that have not actually occurred.

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