Ozzy Osbourne’s final performance in his home city almost never happened. The rock legend was warned that insurers would not cover the show if he pursued his dream of standing to say goodbye to his devoted fans, we can reveal.

Ozzy Osbourne closed out his career on a high note when he performed at the Back to the Beginning farewell show at Villa Park in Birmingham, England on July 5. Seated on a bat-winged throne, the legendary rocker,

The legendary rock star, Black Sabbath frontman and reality TV personality died on July 22 at 76. About two weeks prior, he played his final concert in his native Birmingham, England.

Tony Iommi, Black Sabbath guitarist and co-founder, told UK broadcaster ITV that Osbourne was “frustrated” during the band’s farewell concert on July 5. The heavy metal icon died less than three weeks later, on July 22, at age 76.

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Heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne is survived by his wife Sharon and six children from two marriages, including one adopted child.

Just as the gig was closing, Ozzy gave fans one heartbreaking final message. The singer said: ‘It’s the last song ever. Your support has enabled us to live an amazing lifestyle, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.’ Metro is also the official media partner of 2026 Scope Awards that will take place next year.

Ozzy Osbourne's final gig was a celebration to life as he knew his days were numbered says Megadeath founder David Ellefson who also performed at the show