Black Sabbath Reunites for Ozzy Osbourne's Final Performance in Birmingham

Tony Iommi, guitarist of Black Sabbath, expressed deep shock and sorrow over the death of Ozzy Osbourne, revealing that Ozzy had been visibly unwell during rehearsals for their final performance but was determined to hold on for the farewell concert. Osbourne's last show, the "Back to the Beginning" event in Birmingham, was seen by Iommi and bassist Geezer Butler as Ozzy's way of saying goodbye to fans, potentially knowing it would be his final act. Iommi shared that Ozzy even reached out via text a day before his passing, highlighting the surreal nature of the loss. The New England Patriots and Aerosmith also paid tribute to Osbourne, with the Patriots noting his iconic "Crazy Train" intro played at their games for over two decades and Aerosmith remembering him as a transformative figure in rock music. Osbourne passed away surrounded by family in his hometown of Birmingham at age 76, leaving behind a legacy as the "Prince of Darkness" and a beloved musical icon. His final performance and the outpouring of grief reflect the profound impact he had on music and fans worldwide.