On July 30, 2025, the streets of Birmingham, England, were filled with love, loss, and lasting memories as fans and family came together to say goodbye to one of rock’s greatest legends: Ozzy Osbourne. The public procession honored the Black Sabbath frontman, who passed away on July 22 at the age of 76, and featured an emotional appearance by his wife of over 40 years, Sharon Osbourne.
While the tribute was filled with powerful moments—from the brass band playing Iron Man to the thousands of mourners raising peace signs in unison—it was a small, personal detail that captured the hearts of fans watching closely.
A Necklace With Deep Meaning
As Sharon stood with her children—Aimee, Kelly, and Jack—at the Black Sabbath memorial bench, fans noticed something subtle but incredibly touching: a heart-shaped necklace hanging around her neck. Attached to it was a large gold band that many quickly recognized.
Social media lit up with emotional reactions as fans realized the necklace held Ozzy’s wedding ring.
“Sharon Osbourne wearing Ozzy’s wedding ring on a chain around her neck while mourning him… we love you, Shaz,” one user wrote, paired with a crying emoji.
Others pointed out that it wasn’t just any ring—it was likely the one Ozzy wore after he and Sharon renewed their vows in 2017, in addition to his original 1982 wedding band.
“Yeah, this is the ring from their vow renewal in 2017. Ozzy used to wear both—the original and the new one,” another fan explained.
“Seeing Sharon wear Ozzy’s ring on a necklace… completely wrecked me,” added a third.
More Than a Gesture — A Lifetime of Love
Sharon and Ozzy’s love story began in the 1970s, when her father was managing Black Sabbath. But it wasn’t until 1979—when Sharon took over as Ozzy’s manager—that the two grew closer. They married in 1982 and went on to raise three children together, weathering decades of personal struggles, health battles, and public highs and lows.
Their bond was reaffirmed in 2017, when they renewed their vows following a brief separation. Speaking to Hello! Magazine at the time, Ozzy said:
“That was our real wedding day. Sharon and I have been through so much, and this felt like a new beginning.”…
A Final Goodbye, A Lasting Symbol
At the farewell procession, each member of the Osbourne family carried a pink rose wrapped in black paper and tied with a purple ribbon. Sharon kissed her flower gently before laying it next to a poster of Ozzy at the memorial site.
Fans cheered and cried as the family raised peace signs—Ozzy’s trademark salute—to the sky. But it was Sharon’s quiet tribute, worn close to her heart, that left many speechless.
In that one simple necklace, Sharon carried with her a lifetime of love, memories, and the man she called her soulmate.
Ozzy may be gone, but through love, music, and the small things that meant everything — he remains forever present.
