Ozzy Osbourne Retires After Final Black Sabbath Concert Birmingham

Ozzy Osbourne officially retired from performing with Black Sabbath after a final, star-studded concert at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, marking the end of his iconic career amid health struggles including Parkinson’s disease and spinal injuries. The event, called "Back to the Beginning," featured the original Black Sabbath lineup and guest appearances from prominent musicians like Metallica and Steven Tyler, with proceeds benefiting Parkinson’s research and children’s charities. Despite physical limitations, Osbourne delivered a heartfelt performance, expressing gratitude to his fans, while seated on a bat-themed throne recalling his infamous 1982 bat-biting incident. His daughter Kelly Osbourne emotionally thanked fans and performers on social media, describing the show as one of the most magical experiences of her life and highlighting the profound positive impact it had on her father. The concert served as a poignant farewell and a celebration of Osbourne's enduring influence on rock music, drawing a global audience and uniting generations of metal fans. Osbourne’s wife Sharon emphasized the importance of the concert as a final closure for him and his fans.