The world is saying its final goodbyes to heavy metal legend and reality TV star Ozzy Osbourne.

Thousands have gathered in Birmingham, England, on Wednesday for Osbourne's funeral, as he takes one last ride through his beloved hometown.

Many of them lined the procession route as they paid their respects to the former frontman of Black Sabbath.

The city of Birmingham in England announced on Tuesday that it planned "to pay its final respects to one of its most cherished cultural icons Ozzy Osbourne as his cortege and family visit Broad Street in the city that he loved" on Wednesday.

The announcement included details of a funeral procession that will culminate at the Black Sabbath Bench and Bridge, "where thousands of fans have left heartfelt messages and floral tributes in recent days."

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