Ozzy Osbourne Reflects on His Final Days and Retirement Wishes

Just weeks before his passing, Ozzy Osbourne expressed his desire to spend more quality time with his wife, Sharon, after completing his farewell performance. In a recently released documentary titled “Ozzy: No Escape from Now,” the legendary Black Sabbath singer opened up about his plans to retire, sharing thoughts on his upcoming farewell concert held on July 5th at Villa Park in Birmingham, England.

“I’m eager to finish this gig, hang up my microphone, and enjoy life with Sharon. After this, we’ll be free,” Ozzy said. His comments were made public shortly before his death and reveal his readiness to step back from the stage.

Sharon, age 73, concurred, emphasizing her wish for a simple life: “I just want to live. That’s all I want to do.” Ozzy shared that he believed it was time to retire, commenting, “I never expected to live past 40. I shouldn’t have, but I did. If my life is ending, I can’t complain — it’s been a great journey.”

The documentary on Paramount+ chronicles Ozzy’s final years, including his health struggles and the lead-up to his farewell performance. His last concert with Black Sabbath featured members Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi, and Bill Ward, with performances by Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, and Jack Black. Ozzy described the experience as revitalizing: “After this gig, we’re free.”

Ozzy also revealed in his documentary that he contemplated suicide following a failed neck surgery that left him with additional health issues. Over the years, he battled Parkinson’s disease and underwent multiple surgeries, including one in 2022 that left him nearly crippled. Despite these challenges, Ozzy expressed gratitude for his life, stating, “I’ve had a great life.”

Ozzy passed away on July 22 at age 76 from a heart attack, with Parkinson’s listed as a contributing factor. His health had been fragile following years of health complications, including neck and spine surgeries after a fall in 2019.