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Ozzy Osbourne's 'Final Moment' at Farewell Concert Goes Viral

Ozzy Osbourne's 'Final Moment' at Farewell Concert Goes Viral

Newsweek5 days ago
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Ozzy Osbourne's "final moment" at his farewell concert has gone viral on social media.
The Black Sabbath frontman, known as the "Prince of Darkness," died on Tuesday at the age of 76.
The Context
Just weeks before his death, Osbourne performed sitting down at the Black Sabbath farewell concert on July 5 in Birmingham, England, in front of over 40,000 fans. The show marked the first time the original band members had reunited in 20 years.
In January 2020, The Osbournes star publicly announced that he'd been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. According to the Mayo Clinic, Parkinson's "is a movement disorder of the nervous system that worsens over time."
Ozzy Osbourne onstage during the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on October 19, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Ozzy Osbourne onstage during the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on October 19, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio.for The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
What To Know
On Tuesday, the X account @historyrock_—which has more than 574,000 followers, including Twisted Sister's Dee Snider—shared footage of Ozzy Osbourne's "final moment" at the farewell concert.
"This was the final moment of the final show. Thanks for everything, Ozzy," the caption read. "Timeless legend."
At the time of publication the clip, which shows Ozzy waving to fans from the stage, had racked up more than 1.1 million views, 57,000 likes and 265 comments.
This was the final moment of the final show. Thanks for everything, Ozzy. Timeless legend 🖤pic.twitter.com/fosZsmTJ8a — 🎸 Rock History 🎸 (@historyrock_) July 22, 2025
On Tuesday, the Osbourne family announced the singer's death in a statement posted to social media: "It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis."
Osbourne and his wife Sharon wed in 1982 and had three children together: Aimee, Kelly and Jack. He was also a father to three other children with ex-wife Thelma Riley—Jessica, Louis, and Riley's son Elliot from a previous relationship, whom he adopted, People reported.
What People Are Saying
Tributes from musicians and celebrities poured in following news of Osbourne's death.
Black Sabbath wrote on X and Instagram: "Ozzy Forever!"
Black Sabbath co-founder and guitarist Tony Iommi posted on X, Instagram and Facebook: "I just can't believe it! My dear dear friend Ozzy has passed away only weeks after our show at Villa Park. It's just such heartbreaking news that I can't really find the words, there won't ever be another like him. Geezer, Bill and myself have lost our brother. My thoughts go out to Sharon and all the Osbourne family. Rest in peace Oz. Tony."
Black Sabbath co-founder and bassist Geezer Butler posted on X, Instagram and Facebook: "Goodbye dear friend - thanks for all those years - we had some great fun. 4 kids from Aston - who'd have thought, eh? So glad we got to do it one last time, back in Aston. Love you."
Black Sabbath co-founder and drummer Bill Ward wrote on X, Instagram and Facebook: "Where will I find you now? In the memories, our unspoken embraces, our missed phone calls, no, you're forever in my heart. Deepest condolences to Sharon and all family members. RIP Sincere regrets to all the fans. Never goodbye. Thank you forever."
KISS musician Paul Stanley said on X: "We have lost a legend. From Sabbath to Blizzard and onward Ozzy has impacted countless bands and that will not end. KISS was humbled to be an opening band for Sabbath in the mid 70's. Through decades I've known him, Ozzy has always been a kind and very funny soul. Fly high now."
Metallica wrote in a statement on X and Instagram: "It's impossible to put into words what Ozzy Osbourne has meant to Metallica. Hero, icon, pioneer, inspiration, mentor, and, most of all, friend are a few that come to mind. Ozzy and Sharon believed in us and transformed our lives and careers. He taught us how to play in the big leagues while at the same time being warm, welcoming, engaging, and all around brilliant."
"We are heartbroken and devastated by this loss and send our love and condolences to Sharon and their family, bandmates, and his very large circle of friends. He left an incredible legacy and will be sorely missed."
Aerosmith shared a tribute on X and Instagram: "We're heartbroken to hear about the passing of our brother in rock, Ozzy Osbourne. A voice that changed music forever. From Black Sabbath to his solo work, Ozzy redefined what it meant to be heavy. He did it all with heart, grit, and that wild spirit only he could bring."
"Our love goes out to Sharon, his family, his band, and the millions around the world who felt his fire."
"Rock on, Ozzy. You will be missed, but never forgotten!"
Happy Gilmore 2 star Adam Sandler posted to X and Instagram: "Whether we were in our basements with our brothers, in the woods with our buddies, in the car, at a keg party, on a boat, at football practice, at a sleepover....Nobody was more badass to crank up on our speakers than the one and only prince of darkness - Ozzy Osborne! Loved him a lot like we all did! Sending love to the family and so happy to have spent time with the legend himself. RIP"
Star Trek actor William Shatner said on X: "Poor Ozzy. Another great light extinguished."
Journalist Piers Morgan added on X: "RIP Ozzy Osbourne. One of the greatest rock stars in history, and a wonderful character. Truly one of the funniest people I've ever known. I once asked him what was the best moment of his life and he replied instantly: 'Meeting Sharon.' My heart breaks for her."
"If Ozzy could have scripted his finale from this planet, he'd have chosen to be performing live back in his hometown, with his old band, supported backstage by Sharon and their children. It was the perfect ending to an incredible career, and an incredible life."
Rapper T-Pain posted on X: "Heartbroken by the news. I was blessed to be able to cover War Pigs and get your recognition. Ozzy Forever."
What Happens Next
Details about Ozzy Osbourne's funeral are yet to be made public.
Ozzy Osbourne announced days before his death that Black Sabbath's final concert will be released in theaters as a concert film, "Back To The Beginning: Ozzy's Final Bow," next year.
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