What was Ozzy Osbourne's final performance with Black Sabbath?

Ozzy Osbourne's final performance with Black Sabbath was on July 5, 2025 during the band's "Back to the Beginning" benefit concert.

How did Ozzy Osbourne's guitarist Zakk Wylde react to Ozzy's passing?

Zakk Wylde was surprised by Ozzy's passing, as he had thought they would reunite for another record and was not expecting their July 5, 2025 performance to be their last.

What were Ozzy Osbourne's final words to his wife Sharon before his passing?

In a documentary, Ozzy told his wife Sharon that he was "looking forward to getting this gig over, hanging my mic up and spending some time with you" after their final performance.

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Ozzy Osbourne's Guitarist Reflects on His Final Performance Before Passing

23 Oct, 2025

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Summary

Ozzy Osbourne's last performance with Black Sabbath was on July 5, 2025
Guitarist Zakk Wylde thought they would perform together again, but it was their final show
Ozzy told his wife Sharon he was "looking forward to getting this gig over" and spending time with her

Ozzy Osbourne's Guitarist Reflects on His Final Performance Before Passing

In October 2025, guitarist Zakk Wylde shed light on Ozzy Osbourne's final months before his passing. Wylde, who had been Ozzy's longtime guitarist, reflected on the rock star's last performance with Black Sabbath during the band's July 5, 2025 benefit concert "Back to the Beginning."

Wylde recalled texting Ozzy's wife Sharon, saying he hoped the show would go well and that Ozzy would "fire up the machine again." However, Sharon's response indicated she was unsure. Tragically, Ozzy passed away just 17 days after that final performance on July 22, 2025.