Ozzy Osbourne Posthumously Apologizes for 1989 Attempted Murder in Memoir

In his posthumous memoir "Last Rites," Ozzy Osbourne candidly reflects on a harrowing incident in September 1989 when, during a drug and alcohol-fueled bender, he attempted to strangle his wife, Sharon Osbourne. He describes waking up in a jail cell with the shocking news of being charged with attempted murder, an event that made him confront his addiction and mental state. Despite the severity of the incident, Sharon chose to forgive Ozzy, dropping the charges after months of silence and his commitment to six months in rehab. Ozzy expressed deep remorse and gratitude to Sharon for giving him another chance when many others would have walked away. Their marriage, spanning over four decades until his death in July 2023, endured numerous challenges, underscoring the complexities of their relationship. The memoir also touches on Ozzy's health battles and his determination to perform one last time before his passing.