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The legendary heavy metal figure rejoined Black Sabbath for a final performance that marked a fitting conclusion to his musical journey.
Details surrounding Ozzy Osbourne’s final days in England have emerged.
The iconic “Prince of Darkness” passed away on Tuesday, July 22, at the age of 76, following a long battle with various health problems.
According to People magazine, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman was at peace in his final moments, surrounded by loved ones. “This was Sharon’s greatest wish, and it became her focus in the end,” a source revealed. “Ozzy spent his last days at home in England, with family by his side, listening to music in the place he cherished most. He was at peace.”
Just two weeks before his passing, Osbourne reunited with his Black Sabbath bandmates for a high-profile farewell concert in England—a powerful and fitting end to his storied career in rock music.
The July 5 performance at Villa Park was the first time in two decades that Osbourne shared the stage with Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward. During the show, Osbourne thanked fans for their unwavering support, visibly moved by the moment.
For the finale, he was dramatically lifted onto the stage while seated on a black throne adorned with skulls and topped with a bat, performing classics like “Crazy Train” and “Mama I’m Coming Home” while remaining seated throughout.
“You can’t imagine what I’m feeling,” he told the audience. “Thank you, truly, from the bottom of my heart.”
A source close to the musician said, “That night meant everything to him. It was the perfect way to close the chapter on his extraordinary career.”
Osbourne’s sisters, Jean Powell and Gillian Hemming, shared that their final time with him was shortly before that concert. Powell, speaking to The Mirror, said his passing was still a shock despite his frailty. “I didn’t know the specifics of his death, but I’m grateful he passed away in England,” she said.
She also recalled a message from Ozzy the day of his last show: “He sent me a text while driving down Lodge Road, where we grew up near the stadium. He said he couldn’t believe the crowds walking down our old street to see him.”
“It was hard seeing him unable to stand straight,” she added, “but he was still our John—still making jokes.”
