Sharon Osbourne has revealed that she kept the full extent of Ozzy Osbourne’s health struggles from his Black Sabbath bandmates before the legendary heavy metal band reunited for its farewell concert. Doctors had warned that the performance could prove fatal for the singer, but Ozzy remained determined to take the stage one last time.
During a question-and-answer session at a London screening of the concert documentary Ozzy & Black Sabbath: Back To The Beginning on October 20, Sharon explained that Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward did not know how seriously ill their longtime bandmate had become.
“The guys didn’t know how sick Ozzy was,” she said, according to Louder. “I mean, even my kids – we never told my kids. So nobody knew how sick he was.”
Doctors Warned Ozzy Osbourne Against His Final Concert
Sharon’s revelation follows her earlier account of the medical advice Ozzy received before Back To The Beginning, the farewell event that brought Black Sabbath’s original lineup together at Villa Park in Birmingham on July 5, 2025.
According to Sharon, Ozzy spent a week in an English hospital before doctors assessed his condition and met with the family. Six specialists examined his various health concerns, including his heart, Parkinson’s disease and lung problems.
The medical team strongly advised against the concert.
“They advised us not to do the show,” Sharon previously told Rolling Stone. “They said it would kill him.”
However, Ozzy refused to abandon the performance. He understood the risks but wanted to spend his remaining time doing what he loved most: performing for his fans.
“It’s not an option. It’s what I want,” he reportedly told Sharon.
The singer also acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding his future, explaining that he would rather perform than spend potentially more time away from the stage.
His determination ultimately led to one of the most emotional performances of his career.
Sharon Osbourne: Ozzy Wanted to Sing One Last Time
Ozzy’s decision carried even greater significance because he had retired from touring in 2023 following years of health challenges, including Parkinson’s disease and complications from previous injuries.
Despite his declining health, he wanted to give fans a final opportunity to see him perform.
Sharon revealed that her husband worried about whether his lungs would allow him to sing during the show.
“He was just praying that his lungs would work and that he could sing,” she said.
The July 5 event reunited Ozzy with Black Sabbath’s original members – guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler and drummer Bill Ward – for a historic farewell. The concert also featured performances from major rock and metal acts, including Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Slayer, Tool and Gojira.
The star-studded event celebrated the band’s enormous influence on heavy metal while giving fans a chance to honor Ozzy’s legacy.
‘Back To The Beginning’ Documentary Heads to Cinemas
Fans will soon have another opportunity to experience the historic farewell through Ozzy & Black Sabbath: Back To The Beginning.
The concert documentary is scheduled for a global cinema release on October 28. Sharon confirmed that the film will feature every artist who performed at the event.
