Osbourne said he didn't want his funeral to be a "mope-fest," adding that he would like some pranks, such as the sound of knocking inside the coffin.

Ozzy Osbourne has been remembered as a “pioneer,” a “fearless talent” and a “dear friend,” in an outpouring of tributes from fellow musicians and his former Black Sabbath bandmates following his death on Tuesday at the age of 76.

Tributes are pouring in for Black Sabbath icon Ozzy Osbourne, who is being remembered as "one of the greatest rock legends to ever live."

Justin Bieber is paying tribute to Ozzy Osbourne with a throwback photo. On Saturday, July 26, Bieber, 31, shared a picture of himself and the late Prince of Darkness on Instagram while sharing photos from a celebration for his surprise album SWAG.

The late metal icon’s body will travel through his home city of Birmingham during the cortege on Wednesday (July 30).

Ozzy Osbourne wasn’t just a rock icon, he was a personality. Unapologetically himself, loud, unpredictable, and always a little wicked in the best way.

Ozzy Osbourne's loved ones took to his Instagram account to pay a new tribute to the late Black Sabbath star, who passed away on July 22

Tributes are pouring in from friends and fellow musicians, including touching words from his Black Sabbath bandmates, who remembered their tight bond and the special thrill of sharing the stage for one last show. Social media is also remembering Ozzy’s remarkable legacy and the unforgettable mark he made on music and those closest to him.

Black Sabbath star Ozzy Osbourne sadly passed away on 22 July, meaning he and his former X Factor judge wife Sharon Osbourne never got to fulfil their annual tradition of visiting Maui, where they got married in 1982.