Ozzy Osbourne’s Viral Rumors Claim “Celebrity Ban” at Funeral, but What’s Real?
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The metal world is still reeling from the death of Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away on July 22, 2025, at the age of 76. As tributes pour in from around the globe, another narrative has begun circulating online: a so-called blacklist of celebrities allegedly banned from attending his funeral.
At Metal Detector, we’re used to cutting through distortion. So we dug into the sources, the speculation, and the silence surrounding the final farewell of the Prince of Darkness.
The Spark: Where Did These Rumors Begin?
In the days following Ozzy’s death, TikTok and Instagram reels started surfacing with bold claims: Kanye West, Lady Gaga, Tony Iommi, and even a few unnamed metal artists had supposedly been barred from attending the private service.
Clips like this one on Instagram and this YouTube Short quickly went viral, with creators citing “inside sources” or referencing past drama involving Sharon Osbourne. The reels suggest that Sharon is personally curating the guest list and excluding names she deems unwelcome.
But there’s one major issue: no credible media outlet has confirmed any of this.
What We Know For Sure
Ozzy Osbourne died peacefully at home, surrounded by family, as confirmed by The Sun and Hello! Magazine.
Plans for a private burial and a potential public memorial in Birmingham are in discussion. Sharon has reportedly said she wants Ozzy buried in their Buckinghamshire estate garden, though permits may delay that (The Sun).
Artists such as Yungblud and former Black Sabbath members have expressed interest in being part of a larger tribute, but no formal invitations or bans have been made public.
Where There’s Smoke...
While the “banned list” currently belongs more to the tabloid imagination than to official fact, it’s not entirely without historical context.
Sharon Osbourne has long been known for her no-nonsense control over Ozzy’s career and inner circle. In 2022, she publicly criticized Kanye West for sampling Ozzy’s music without permission, sparking speculation that the feud could extend beyond music. She has also called out artists for "using Ozzy's name for clout" in the past.
But again: criticism is not confirmation. To date, there has been no official blacklist, nor any comment from the Osbourne family on guest restrictions.
Metal Detector's Take
Let’s be clear: Ozzy Osbourne's legacy doesn't belong to social media algorithms or tabloid fantasies. If any bans exist, they’re private decisions, not public statements. The wave of viral posts speaks more about our current thirst for drama than it does about reality.
What matters most now is honoring Ozzy’s towering contribution to music: a frontman who reshaped heavy metal, challenged convention, and outlived every expectation thrown at him.
So whether or not certain celebrities show up at the funeral, one truth remains:
Stay tuned at themetaldetector.net and follow @metaldetectorlive on YouTube for upcoming tributes and long-form features as we continue documenting Ozzy Osbourne’s eternal mark on the genre.
