BBC Delays Ozzy Osbourne Documentary Over Family Concerns

The BBC delayed the airing of the documentary "Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home," originally scheduled for August 19, to respect the wishes of Ozzy Osbourne's family following his death last month at age 76. The film, which evolved from a planned series documenting Osbourne and his wife Sharon's move back to the UK, captures his final weeks, including a farewell concert in Birmingham, and portrays the family's experience amid his declining health due to Parkinson's disease and heart issues. The delay sparked speculation about the family's concerns over the documentary's tone and timing, especially in light of competing projects like a Paramount+ film. The BBC expressed sympathy for the Osbourne family and promised to announce a new transmission date soon. The documentary offers intimate access to the Osbourne family and chronicles Ozzy's struggle to perform and the couple's attempt to fulfill their dream of returning to the UK. The BBC emphasized it was not rushing the broadcast and is honoring the family's request to wait longer before airing the film.