- A team of six medical specialists warned Ozzy Osbourne against performing at his farewell homecoming concert with Black Sabbath at Birmingham's Villa Park, cautioning that taking the stage could kill him.
- Despite the severe medical advice, Osbourne insisted on going ahead with the Back to the Beginning show on 5 July 2025, declaring to his family that he wanted to end his career on his own terms.
- The legendary musician passed away weeks after the historic concert on 22 July 2025 from a cardiac arrest, with coronary artery disease and Parkinson's disease cited as contributing causes.
- Sharon Osbourne praised her late husband's bravery and determination, remarking that he “went out like a Viking” by fulfilling his long-held promise to return to the stage for his fans.
- A concert film documenting the iconic final performance, titled Ozzy & Black Sabbath: Back to the Beginning , is scheduled to be released in cinemas on 28 October.
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