Ozzy Osbourne Vows 120% Energy for Farewell Concert After Health Battles
Let’s cut to the chase: Ozzy Osbourne is gearing up for what he insists will be his final curtain call, and he’s not holding anything back. The Prince of Darkness recently told People Magazine that he’s “giving 120 percent” to his upcoming farewell show at London’s O2 Arena this December. Battling a Parkinson’s diagnosis, a fractured neck in 2023 and a series of canceled dates, Osbourne remains determined to deliver one last epic performance—“If my God wants me to do the show, I’ll do it,” he declared on social media, per his official Instagram post.
Osbourne kicked off his No More Tours 2 world trek in February, promising fans around the globe that this run would close the book on his decades-spanning career. He and his wife, Sharon Osbourne, have acknowledged that the physical toll of years onstage and recent surgeries meant some adjustments were inevitable. In September, he underwent a second operation to stabilize spinal implants after persistent discomfort threatened his mobility. Despite the setbacks, Osbourne soldiered on, using long rehearsals and physical therapy sessions to rebuild his stage stamina.
Sharon, speaking to BBC News earlier this year, hinted that Ozzy’s retirement was real this time. “He’s promised that this is it,” she said, emphasizing both pride in her husband’s legacy and relief that his health won’t suffer further. The couple has leaned on faith amid these trials—Ozzy’s repeated mention of divine will underscores how seriously he’s taking this gargantuan send-off.
Fans need not worry about a scaled-back spectacle: insiders tell Rolling Stone that production crews are finalizing pyrotechnics, a laser‐light show and a setlist that spans every era of Osbourne’s career—from Black Sabbath’s doom-laden riffs to his solo hits like “Crazy Train.” Drummer Tommy Clufetos and guitarist Zakk Wylde, both long-time collaborators, are slated to join Ozzy for the grand finale.
Ticket demand has been nothing short of frenzied. After initial dates sold out within minutes, organizers added a second London night. Still, whispers persist that some may view this as “just another comeback”—but Ozzy is adamant this time. His mantra: leave everything onstage.
Whether you’re a die-hard metalhead or a casual rock fan, prepare to witness a legend’s swan song. And that’s the encore for now—take it or leave it.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, Official Ozzy Osbourne Instagram
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