Robert Trujillo was one of many musicians in attendance at Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral in late July, and he recalled some “magical” moments that befell throughout the service.

The funeral procession was a publicized occasion that drove via the town of Birmingham and was additionally livestreamed for followers to see from everywhere in the world. The service, nonetheless, was for Ozzy’s household and shut pals alone, and befell at his and Sharon’s property in Buckinghamshire, England. Solely 110 individuals had been in attendance, together with Trujillo and his Metallica bandmate James Hetfield.

In a current dialog with Eddie Trunk on SiriusXM’s Trunk Nation, Trujillo recalled some unusual issues that occurred throughout the service as completely different individuals made their tributes to The Prince of Darkness.

“It had been raining originally of the service… Because it progressed via the service, the climate would change and various things would occur. When Kelly [Osbourne] was singing, her lyrics flew just like the wind blew her lyrics away. It was nearly like Ozzy was having enjoyable together with her,” the bassist defined.

“After which when Geezer [Butler] spoke, the solar got here out. I am not kidding — the solar really got here out. It was lovely from that second on, a really magical second.”

Trujillo famous that Butler broke down whereas giving his speech, however ended up delivering “an incredible eulogy.” Quite a lot of the speeches had been laced with humor, in accordance with the rocker, and there have been plenty of completely different tales shared all through the ceremony.

“Heartfelt phrases from so many individuals, and reconnecting with completely different musicians and bandmates, crew members, all that,” he concluded.

What Was Trujillo’s Connection to Ozzy?

Trujillo performed in Ozzy’s solo band from the late ’90s till 2003, when he left to affix Metallica rather than Jason Newsted. Coincidentally, Newsted quickly joined Ozzy’s band as a fill-in for Trujillo.

The musicians reconnected extra within the final couple of years, with Trujillo contributing to Ozzy’s final album Affected person Quantity 9 (2022). He additionally carried out with Ozzy when he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Corridor of Fame as a solo artist in late 2024.

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Most not too long ago, Metallica carried out on the legendary “Again to the Starting” live performance, which marked the ultimate performances of each Ozzy and Black Sabbath. Trujillo was capable of see Ozzy one final time that evening after they had been backstage.

“I stated, ‘Ozzy, unimaginable. I’m so pleased with you. You had been superb and this implies a lot to all of us’,” Trujillo instructed Trunk.

Ozzy then requested if he may see James, in accordance with the bassist.

“James acquired on one knee and principally held Ozzy’s hand. It was so heavy. It was nearly like we had been saying, ‘Goodbye Ozzy,’ in some methods. It was heartfelt, it was a robust second.”

Who Else Was in Attendance at Ozzy’s Funeral?

Along with Ozzy’s household, Butler, Trujillo and Hetfield, a handful of different musicians had been on the funeral service. The remainder of Black Sabbath (Tony Iommi, Invoice Ward) had been there, in addition to Zakk Wylde, Rob Zombie, Corey Taylor, Marilyn Manson, Elton John, Yungblud and Slipknot’s Sid Wilson, whom Kelly is engaged to.

Tents had been arrange everywhere in the property, and there was additionally a stage for everybody to pay tribute from.