Black Sabbath Bassist Recalls Ozzy Osbourne's Final Show
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Black Sabbath legend Ozzy Osbourne performed his final show July 5 with original band members before his death at 76, closing a chapter in heavy metal history.
The frontman of Black Sabbath and media personality, who died on Tuesday, sat down for his final PEOPLE interview in 2022, sharing what he believed his legacy would be. “Survival is my legacy,” Osbourne, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019 and endured spinal cord injuries from numerous accidents, explained.
Ozzy Osbourne passed away on July 22 after a protracted battle with Parkinson's and a series of pain related to his back and neck surgery.
Tributes are pouring in from friends and fellow musicians, including touching words from his Black Sabbath bandmates, who remembered their tight bond and the special thrill of sharing the stage for one last show. Social media is also remembering Ozzy’s remarkable legacy and the unforgettable mark he made on music and those closest to him.
His life story, marked by personal struggle and unparalleled artistic triumph, is also one of surprising connections and an unwavering stance against hatred. The reverberations of heavy metal’s foundational chords have momentarily ceased.
KISS frontman Gene Simmons pays tribute to Ozzy Osbourne on "CBS Mornings," calling the Black Sabbath legend a "pure human being."
In his final months, Ozzy Osbourne, suffering from Parkinson's, delivered a poignant farewell with Black Sabbath. Energized by the last concert, his post-show elation remained, marking a memorable end.
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"The Essential Ozzy Osbourne" -- featuring hits like "Crazy Train," "Diary of a Madman" and more -- was streamed over 48 million times this tracking week, debuting at No. 9 on Billboard's Top Streaming Albums, according to Variety.