“Awesome display of respect”: Fans reacts as King Charles’ guards honor Ozzy Osbourne with unique ‘Paranoid’ performance

On July 31, 2025, the Buckingham Palace guards paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne. In their traditional red and black attire, the Coldstream Guards band played Paranoid, a song from Ozzy Osbourne’s Black Sabbath band.

Ozzy Osbourne, regarded as one of the pioneers of heavy metal music, passed away on July 22, 2025. His family shared the devastating news in a statement:

"It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning.”

They added:

"He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family's privacy at this time."

Since the news of his passing, dignitaries, public figures, and some of music’s finest have mourned the loss of the Prince of Darkness. On July 30, 2025, Fans lined the streets to watch as the hearse bearing Ozzy’s body made its final trek through Broad Street in Birmingham, his hometown.

Hundreds of flowers and artwork were left by fans at the Black Sabbath Bridge bench on Broad Street to pay homage to the late frontman of the band. Elsewhere, the Buckingham Palace guards paid their respects to Ozzy. A video shared by @about.London on TikTok showed the moment.

@gk5225 commented: “Gave me goosebumps! Awesome display of respect, kindness and admiration for the Prince of Darkness. RIP Ozzy.”

More fans react to Buckingham Palace band paying respects to Ozzy Osbourne

Netizens were pleasantly surprised that the Buckingham Palace band could recognize the music legend in such a manner and expressed their surprise:

“Wow!!! Buckingham Palace tribute? That speaks volumes!!” @chariserogers stated.

“I have never seen this before!! Well done to the king for letting this happen. You're a legend, Ozzy. You have more fans, young and old, than you think you would have been proud of,” @SeanAndrews__added.

Fans of the musician hailed him in the comments, acknowledging his influence on their lives:

"Hail to the prince of darkness, and hail the traveler. You will be missed, Ozzy. You inspired me so much, and I got into metal because of your music.” @blackwolf212391 expressed.

"This is a statement of how much Ozzy Osbourne meant to everyone, young and old. He was just brilliant... RIP Ozzy,” @stephenharveylaing13 wrote.

Netizens responded with praise for the late singer:

“Wow, RIP Ozzy..a legend always remembered and will never be forgotten. Forever and ever, a special place in our hearts,” @Lizzie added.

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