Ozzy Osbourne documentary postponed, here is why
's final years has been postponed, according to People. Ozzy (76) died on July 22.
The original premiere date was Monday, August 18. It was postponed to a later date.
Tired of too many ads? go ad free now
The broadcaster "has postponed the screening without giving reasons or a new transmission date," per the BBC, as quoted by People.
They released a statement regarding the last-minute postponement, citing the Osbourne "family's wishes."
"Our sympathies are with the Osbourne family at this difficult time. We are respecting the family's wishes to wait a bit longer before airing this very special film," the broadcaster said in a statement.
"The new [transmission] date will be confirmed shortly."
The documentary was initially meant to be a series called Home to Roost when it was announced in 2022, but became a feature film instead amid the rocker's health setbacks. A photo of Ozzy with his wife of 43 years,
, from the 59-minute-long doc was shared in August.
Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home is a "moving portrait of one of the world's most entertaining families at a pivotal moment in their history," an official synopsis read.
"The strength of Ozzy and
's love for one another and their kids' devotion to them is palpable. So too is the family's acceptance of Ozzy becoming increasingly unwell. As Kelly poignantly puts it, the iron man isn't made of iron," reported People.
Ozzy died on July 22, weeks after his final performance with Black Sabbath, his family announced. "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," his family said in a statement.
Tired of too many ads? go ad free now
"He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time."
His official cause of death, obtained by the outlet, stated he died "of hospital cardiac arrest" and "acute myocardial infarction." Coronary artery disease and Parkinson's disease with autonomic dysfunction were listed as "joint causes."
The Black Sabbath singer was honoured with an emotional funeral procession in Birmingham on July 30, where thousands of fans gathered to pay tribute to Ozzy. His family and cortege visited Broad Street, where the Black Sabbath Bridge and bench became a makeshift memorial of flowers and cards, reported People.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
India Today
2 hours ago
- India Today
Ex-Church of England priest found guilty of sexually abusing nine women
Chris Brain, 68, former priest of a "cult-like" Christian group once endorsed by the Church of England, has been convicted of sexually abusing nine women in his congregation. The verdict, delivered by a jury on Thursday, follows years of allegations surrounding Brain and the Nine O'Clock Service, an evangelical movement based in Sheffield during the 1980s and for its nightclub-style Sunday evening worship sessions aimed at young people, the group once drew hundreds of attendees and enjoyed official church prosecutors revealed that Brain exerted significant control over his followers, isolating them from loved ones and exploiting his authority to commit widespread sexual abuse. A group of young female followers, nicknamed 'the lycra nuns,' served him and his family at their home. Brain faced 36 charges of indecent assault and one charge of rape involving 13 women between 1981 and 1995. He denied the allegations, claiming that any sexual contact had been a trial at Inner London Crown Court, he was convicted on 17 counts of indecent assault against nine women but cleared of 15 other charges. The jury could not reach a decision on four remaining indecent assault charges and the rape allegation, and prosecutors are considering a Nine O'Clock Service had been supported by senior church figures, including then-Archbishop of Canterbury-elect George Carey, who fast-tracked Brain's ordination. The group even spent large sums to acquire the costume worn by Robert De Niro in the 1986 film The Mission for Brain's ordination Brain resigned in 1995, just before a BBC documentary exposed claims of his sexual misconduct. Carey later admitted he felt 'crushed and let down' by the of Sheffield Pete Wilcox described the case as 'an appalling abuse of power and leadership' and issued an unreserved apology for the Church's failures to act when concerns were first raised.- EndsWith inputs from Reuters
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Time of India
Michelle Yeoh shares what led to 'Wicked' being made in 2 parts
The Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh , who is awaiting the release of her upcoming film 'Wicked 2', has shed light on the decision of making two big-screen installments. 'Wicked 2' marks the origin story of the witches of Oz. It also stars Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande , Jeff Goldblum and Jonathan Bailey , reports People magazine. Yeoh spoke about her voice role in the upcoming English-language version of the Chinese blockbuster 'Ne Zha 2', told People, "We shot Wicked and Wicked: For Good at the same time". The franchise's distributor and producer, Universal Pictures, she quips, "was very brave". Shouting out 'Wicked' director Jon M. Chu , producer Marc Platt and costars Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jeff Goldblum and Jonathan Bailey, Yeoh recalls conversations about how to translate Winnie Holzman and Stephen Schwartz's long-running Broadway musical (itself adapted from Gregory Maguire's 1995 revisionist prequel to L. Frank Baum's Oz) for the screen. As per People, splitting the stage show into two movies, she said, "is very much like the musical, you know? You have part one, intermission, part two". She said, "I think there was talk, 'Maybe we should just (squish) it together'". But ultimately the team decided to spread the story out. "There's so many nuances. After you saw 'Wicked One', you felt, 'I saw a complete film, but I want to know more about what's gonna happen next", she added. As for what to expect in 'Wicked: For Good' (in theaters November 21), the actress behind the mysterious Madame Morrible can only tease. Earlier, Yeoh confirmed what Schwartz said at the 2025 'Songwriters Hall of Fame' induction ceremony in June. She said, "I think you're getting some new songs. I didn't say that". "Get the latest updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
Margot Robbie, Colin Farrell starrer 'A Big Bold Beautiful Journey' new trailer out
Margot Robbie, Colin Farrell starrer 'A Big Bold Beautiful Journey' new trailer out The makers have unveiled the new look of filmmaker Kogonada 's romantic fantasy, 'A Big Bold Beautiful Journey', starring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell . Directed by filmmaker Kogonada, the film stars Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell as Sarah and David, two single strangers who meet at a mutual friend's wedding, according to People. After a twist of fate, the pair go on an adventure together, where they "re-live important moments from their respective pasts, illuminating how they got to where they are in the present -- and possibly getting a chance to alter their futures," per a synopsis. Farrell describes the film as a "heart opener," explaining that it is "not afraid to look at some of the more painful aspects of life and experiences that we all share, of love and loss, but it is always angling towards light. If audiences could come out of the film feeling a sense of hope and reflecting on their own lives, that would be a really beautiful thing," reported People. Robbie, in her first film role since the 2023 blockbuster Barbie, calls 'A Big Bold Beautiful Journey' a "visual spectacle." "It's beautiful and magical and surreal and incredibly romantic. I think audiences will have a magical experience watching it," said Robbie, adding, "Kogonada is a true artist, and I've been dying to work with Colin for years. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play this game for 1 minute and see why everyone is crazy about it Undo He's unbelievable." Farrell shared that working with Robbie "was a dream" from "start to finish," according to People. "She's got her own very particular magic, depth, beauty of spirit. It translates to everything she does, of course," he said. "But not only that, it makes being around her and working with her the most joyful experience." "There's loads of hope in the film," said Farrell. "There's loads of forgiveness of self and other, and the film is kind of arched towards the dream of healing and moving on from the things that have held you back as a human being, whether it's in career or in relationships, " as per the outlet. He added, "It's about reckoning with your own past and the part you played in your own past and being able to move forward to live a more free life," according to People. A Big Bold Beautiful Journey is in theatres on September 19. "Get the latest updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
