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Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Ozzy Osbourne's final months caught on camera as TWO documentaries race to air after his death
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A BIZARRE race has seen TWO documentaries hurriedly made charting the final months of Ozzy Osbourne's life. Filmmakers for the BBC and streamer Paramount+ have made shows about the legendary Black Sabbath rocker, who died last month aged 76 after a long struggle with Parkinson's Disease. 7 Ozzy Osbourne's final months have been caught on camera Credit: Getty 7 Two rival documentaries are now racing to hit screens following the rock legend's death Credit: Getty Both were given access to Ozzy and his family over a three-year period, and they could end up dropping within weeks of one another this autumn. A TV insider said: "At this stage it's looking like the BBC might just pip Paramount+ to the post. "But both organisations are keen to be the first to get them out there because they understand just how hugely popular Ozzy was and how well received these shows will be. "Of course, there's an element of competition there, but their main priorities are producing two shows that are respectful and that the Osbourne family approve of." Earlier this year, Paramount+ announced they would soon be delivering Ozzy Osbourne: No Escape From Now, which they said would be: "a deeply personal portrait of the rock legend's harsh new realities and his battle to take the stage for one final performance." The show in question was the Back to the Beginning concert in Birmingham in July 5 - just 17 days before his death. But the BBC are putting the finishing touches to a very similar documentary, which was originally going to be called Home to Roost and charted the Osbourne's return to live in the UK after years in LA. After his Parkinson's diagnosis, and a radical change to their lives the documentary team were allowed to keep filming, but the BBC have yet to confirm an air date or if the doc's title has changed. Meanwhile, a third biopic is being made about Ozzy by Sony, though that isn't expected to air until next year. The BBC were approached for comment. 7 The Prince of Darkness, who died aged 76, allowed cameras unprecedented access in his last year as he battled health woes Credit: Getty 7 Ozzy reflected on his wild past and prepared to say goodbye Credit: Getty 7 Telly bosses are locked in a behind-the-scenes battle to be first to air the Black Sabbath frontman's last-ever footage Credit: PA 7 Both were given access to Ozzy and his family over a three-year period Credit: Getty
Daily Mirror
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Ozzy Osbourne's rarely-seen daughter Aimee to make TV return for emotional tribute
Aimee Osbourne has always shunned the spotlight, but she will be joining the rest of the Osbournes for a TV tribute to her late father Ozzy Late icon Ozzy Osbourne 's daughter, Aimee Osbourne, is set to star in a new documentary about her rock legend father. Aimee, who has historically avoided the public eye and declined to appear on the family's MTV reality series The Osbournes, will feature alongside her mother Sharon and siblings Jack and Kelly in the upcoming full-length special dedicated to the Prince of Darkness. Titled Ozzy Osbourne: No Escape From Now, the documentary is slated for release later this year. It's been reported that filming has been ongoing for several months, with a particular focus on Ozzy's struggles following a serious fall in 2019 that had life-altering consequences. The production also captures intimate behind-the-scenes moments at Ozzy's final performance at Villa Park, according to The Sun. An industry source revealed: "Aimee never wanted to be in the spotlight; she was never comfortable with the attention. "However, she believed the documentary about her father's life was a fitting way to break cover, as the special has a deep and emotive angle. "The audience will be just as captivated by Aimee's insights as they are to discover how Ozzy has managed during his more challenging years." Paramount+ will stream Ozzy Osbourne: No Escape From Now, which will also include appearances from his Black Sabbath bandmates and other iconic figures in rock music, reports Birmingham Live. Sharon has previously commented: "This film is an honest account of what has happened to Ozzy during the last few years. "It shows how hard things have been for him and the courage he has shown while dealing with a number of serious health issues, including Parkinson's. It's about the reality of his life now. "We have worked with a production team we trust and have allowed them the freedom to tell the story openly. We hope that story will inspire people that are facing similar issues to Ozzy." Ozzy died on Tuesday, July 22, with a funeral procession scheduled to make its way down Broad Street on Wednesday, July 30.
