Tearjerking moment Black Sabbath said goodbye to Ozzy Osbourne live on stage

After entertaining over 40, 000 people at Villa Park for Back To The Beginning, Ozzy Osbourne had a sweet moment with his Black Sabbath bandmates.

Ozzy Osbourne took to the stage for one last time just weeks before his death aged 76. The iconic rocker was joined by an array of the best in the music business for a day to remember at his beloved Villa Park.

The Back To The Beginning show saw the likes of Guns N’ Roses, Metallica, Pantera and super bands including Ronnie Wood and Steven Tyler join together to give Ozzy a great send off. But it was Ozzy’s last time on stage in front of over 40,000 people that tugged on the heartstrings.

Ozzy was seen rising from a gothic throne to perform four of his solo songs to his adoring audience, which was clearly struggling. Along with guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler, and drummer Bill Ward, he added a quintet of tunes from his Black Sabbath era.

Ozzy Osbourne with his band at Back to the Beginning(Image: Newsflare)

Although footage from the day showed that this was not the case, even though fans of the livestream were left furious by what appeared to be a cold embrace by his bandmates at the performance. Some fans claimed that as they left the stage, his bandmates failed to acknowledge him, but it turns out they were just grabbing one more surprise for him.

Moments after the live stream was interrupted were captured in video. Ozzy was seen reaching for guitarist Iommi’s hand as he was emotionally charged. The stadium’s fans were then waved to by Omi and bassist Butler while other famous people, including Sharon Osbourne’s wife, watched.

Butler also addressed the final farewell shortly after the performance. He said, “I keep hearing that people watching the stream assumed our set would abruptly end with us simply walking off.”

Sorry if it appeared that way. I left Ozzy’s birthday cake in hand. Thank you for the fan’s thoughtful choice of the ending.

Ozzy was flanked by his bandmate as he looked at a cake with his name and face printed on it.

Ozzy Osbourne at Villa Park
Ozzy Osbourne at Villa Park(Image: Ross Halfin)

His loving family confirmed Ozzy’s death on Tuesday. Following a difficult battle with Parkinson’s disease, he was surrounded by his 72-year-old wife Sharon and their two children, Kelly and Jack.

Ozzy has experienced a number of troubling health issues over the years, but his life completely changed when he was diagnosed in 2020.

Ozzy described the difficulties he faced and the steps he took to ensure one last performance before his Birmingham performance. He told Sirius XM in May that he was in “heavy training” because he had not exercised in seven years.

By hook, not by crook, I must make it there first. This trainer helps people get back to normal, and I have him. He is persuaded that he can pull it off for me despite the challenging situation. I’m giving it everything I can.

It’s perseverance, I say. Your endurance is the first thing that comes to mind when you’re laid up. My blood pressure is checked 15 times per day… This f****** device is on my finger, which I use. My heart rate is recorded on a monitor. I’m almost always in bed by seven because I’m training seven days a week. I have a guy who is practically living with me.

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Prince William halts summer break to make huge announcement

Kensington Palace has confirmed that Prince William will visit Switzerland on Sunday to watch the Lionesses play in their Euro 2025 final.

After England defeated Italy in a heartfelt victory last night, the Prince of Wales, who is the patron saint of the Football Association, will attend the Women’s Euros finale in Basel. The semi-final between Germany and Spain, which will take place tonight, will be played by them.

Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, who are both on their summer vacations from school, are among William and wife Kate’s children.

This weekend, Prince William will visit Switzerland (AFP via Getty Images).

However, it’s likely that William and the rest of the family have been following the Lionesses’ success as he immediately posted a picture on social media expressing his delight at their flawless performance last night. One game from “glory”

He traveled to Switzerland earlier in the tournament to watch the England women’s team play the Netherlands, who won 4-0. He visited the team at St. George’s Park’s training facility before they made their way to the championships.

The Lionesses celebrate after Chloe Kelly's winning goal
Chloe Kelly scored the winning goal to give the Lionesses a break (The FA via Getty Images).

He remarked to them, “The men’s team could definitely learn from your teamwork and camaraderie.” You work brilliantly together, creating a distinctive, uncommon sports unit. Therefore, keep that in mind, keep that in mind, and build on it because it is one of your greatest assets.

Prince William with the Lionesses during a visit to St George's Park today
Prince William and the Lionesses make a pre-game appearance at St. George’s Park (PA)?

After defeating Germany at Wembley, William had previously presented the trophy to England’s women’s team.

However, he faced serious criticism when, in 2023, he decided not to accompany the team when they reached the World Cup final against Spain, which they ultimately lost.

However, he did video message the players to wish them good luck, along with his daughter Charlotte before the game. Although George did accompany him at the men’s Euro final against Spain in Berlin last year, which they lost, it is unknown if any of his children will attend Sunday’s game.

William shares a joke with England manager Sarina Wiegman
Sarina Wiegman and England manager William laugh at one another (POOL/AFP via Getty Images).

King Charles also last night expressed his congratulations to the team in a statement following William’s announcement that he would attend the final.

The King congratulated the Lionesses on reaching the Uefa Euro tournament final, joining all of our families in a statement posted on social media.

Your journey to this point, which demonstrates the ability, perseverance, and nerve test, was nothing short of remarkable! which your team deserves a standing ovation. We will likely have a thrilling fight on Sunday, knowing the Lionesses’ fighting spirit.

Your accomplishments continue to inspire countless girls and women all over the country, demonstrating once more that anything is possible with hard work and perseverance. England, good luck. May you once more triumph over. “Charles R.

What a performance, according to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, was also shared on social media. Bring it home, please.

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Tesco shoppers ‘running’ as F&F restocks ‘cute’ and ‘cosy’ £40 jacket for autumn

The “cute” jacket for autumn is popular among customers, saying it “looks like a dream.”

Shoppers love the ‘cosy’ autumn style (stock photo)(Image: Getty)

Tesco shoppers are “running” to stores after the retailer’s F&F range restocked a “cosy” autumn jacket. Shoppers love the “cute” teddy bear style, available for £39.50. Impressed customers think the popular jacket “looks like a dream”, and they can’t wait to get their hands on it.

The cream fleeced jacket has featured in several viral videos. The jacket isn’t yet available online so shoppers keen to get the look are best off trying their local store. TikTok user @lacey.louise.xo was one of the shoppers who highlighted the jacket in a post on her popular account. She told followers: “Run to Tesco.”

Her caption added: “F&F Clothing Teddy bear jacket is back.” In another post, TikTok user @soniadiane described the jacket as a fashion staple. She wrote: “The F&F teddy bear jacket is BACK!”

She continued, “I’m sorry I know it’s July, but this jacket is so cozy and cute and will make me stoked for chilly coffee dates, crispy leaves, and cinnamon buns.” A must-have piece of fall clothing.

Both of the posts caught people’s attention, causing them to elude posting their excitement in the comments. One customer responded to the first video by saying, “I was enjoying the summer until tiktoks started throwing autumn at me. I’m now ready for Septemberrrrrrrrrrrrr.”

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Someone else said, “This is adorable for autumn.” A fan added, “Obsessed,” and a different comment read, “LOVE.” Commenters were just as impressed with the second video’s response.

An enthusiastic viewer remarked, “Omg love love love love.” Another user on social media expressed, “Oh my goodness. Simply put, this appears to be a dream”! Sonia, the video’s creator, also tried on the jacket in the video.

Someone praised, “Wow, this suits you sm.” She responded, “Oh, girl, believe me, I REALLY wanted it, but they only had it in a small or medium, and I adore oversize for jackets” ()! Looking out for the newest size!

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Sonia responded, “Omg, need this,” by adding, “I know right! I prefer large coats because I enjoy large coats, so I only got one in a small or medium. I’ll post another jacket, but honestly, I’d give the teddy coat a 9 out of 10 and this one a 10 out 10 for the beginning of the summer and early autumn.

As it turned out, fashion fans loved the second jacket, too. Sonia highlighted the £35 cream jacket in another video, writing: “F&F Clothing at Tesco have absolutely nailed it with this cosy, cute, and clean jacket perfect for chilly evenings and early autumn. Sorry, but how cute is she with just jeans and some fresh white trainers? Think long strolls in the park, your favourite Starbucks, and clean girly vibes. I’m in love.”

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Sophie Ellis-Bextor ‘gate-crashes wedding’ and bride and groom can’t believe their luck

A chart-topping musician showed up at a wedding party as a surprise guest and performed a hit song for the audience.

A wedding at Ashford Castle made room for a surprise guest, whose appearance has gone viral (file)(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

A popular musician was seen gate-crashing a wedding, much to the bride and groom’s delight. Since then, footage of the hitmaker and her impromptu audience has been streaming on TikTok, which has amused users of the platform. The upload described the actor as “the greatest wedding slammer ever.”

Not just the star’s unexpected performance, but also her singing voice received praise. The singer’s performance in the Murder on the Dancefloor video surprised viewers who watched the audio. Sophie Ellis-Bextor gave a performance from her 2001 hit, which elevated the party atmosphere at Ashford Castle.

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The songwriter made a surprise appearance at the wedding after releasing a new album Perimenopop later this year. Ellis-Bextor arrived for the wedding at the moment, according to a post from Jennifer Gillespie.

According to Jennifer, it took a “serious bit of wedding luck” for Ellis-Bextor to arrive at a different wedding in County Mayo, Ireland, at the time.

How does one get their wedding to be canceled by Sophie Ellis-Bextor, asks a TikTok user? Right place, at the right time, and with some serious wedding luck, Jennifer responded. “

Jennifer continued, Ellis-Bextor was “such good fun,” and the public enjoyed her “kind” gesture. Sophie concluded the most perfect day, she continued. Thank you so much to The Lodge staff for making my sisters’ day so magical! “

Since then, the singer’s fans have praised her for playing at a wedding without hesitation. One user said, “She sounds phenomenal every time I watch any live performances of Sophie Ellis-Bextor.”

She speaks with beauty and purity. I’m not a huge fan, but I guess I am now because I think she’s fantastic every time I hear her! It’s so simple. Congratulations to all of you! ! “

Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Sophie Ellis-Bextor was praised for the impromptu appearance (file)(Image: Getty Images)

She’s amazing live, according to another user, and I’ve had the opportunity to see her a few times. Without fault. Met her at Newbury on Saturday. “

A third questioned, “A wedding is currently being planned. The Sophie Ellis-Bextor surprise gig segment of the evening should be planned exactly. “

Ellis-Bextor’s wedding was attended by a separate party, according to Jennifer, who provided more details about who the singer was.

She stated, “She was staying at the hotel and had just played at another wedding in the castle!” She also performed during the week’s Galway International Arts Festival. “

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Sharon Osbourne’s heartbreaking family insight just weeks before Ozzy Osbourne’s death

His wife Sharon Osbourne spoke candidly about their relationship with the Black Sabbath frontman and the difficulties they’ve had as a family just weeks before his tragic death.

Kelly Osbourne, Sharon Osbourne, and their daughter

Manager and media personality Sharon Osbourne provided a profound and heartbreaking insight into her family dynamic just over one month before husband Ozzy Osbourne died at the age of 76 on July 22. The interview was published ahead of Ozzy’s final performance on stage in Birmingham alongside former members of his band, Black Sabbath.

Sharon revealed in the open conversation how challenging it was to raise their three children while managing both her husband and their marriage.

Sharon told Metal Hammer that while juggling her music management career, filming The Osbournes, and being a mother, things became so intense, the family had to hire nannies in order to cope. The former X Factor judge also revealed how she protected her loved ones by shielding them from the true impact of her cancer battle.

When asked by the publication if she had ever thought about leaving management after giving birth to Aimee, 41, Kelly, 40, and Jack, 39, she responded, “No, because we had to survive. And, regrettably, I had to put in more effort for my children because we needed nannies.

I created that on my own. My husband and I both had three kids. I had three pregnancies, and I had three more. We created our own tiny family.

Sharon Osbourne and Ozzy Osbourne
Sharon discussed the challenges of raising both Ozzy and her children.

People who have just been amazing, who have worked for us for years, but who we know, you know?

“We are blessed for having the same group of people with us.” ”

Sharon also went into detail about her battle with colon cancer, which she was diagnosed with in the early-2000s before recovering. At the time, she and Ozzy featured alongside their children on their own reality TV show ‘The Osbournes’, but Sharon elected to continue filming despite the tough ordeal of treatment, in order to protect them.

She heartbreakingly explained why she persevered with her job, explaining that she didn’t want my children or my husband to know how ill she was. Everyone always thinks “death” when you say “cancer.” And you must keep in mind that it occurred 23 years ago.

Ozzy Osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne passed away at the age of 76.

Cancer wasn’t the same as it is now at the time. Everyone assumed that the death penalty, so I didn’t want my kids to constantly be surrounded by fear. It was not what I desired. ”

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Ozzy passed away at the age of 76 just a few weeks after Sharon gave this interview. The star had a number of health issues in recent years as a result of a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, despite no death cause.

In a statement, the Osbourne family said: “It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning.

Radio 2’s Zoe Ball shares love life insight as she says one gesture ‘properly made me cry’

On their new Dig It! show, Zooe Ball and fellow radio host Jo Whiley discussed the best presents they have received. a podcast

Zoe Ball has opened up about a touching gift she received(Image: Getty Images)

Zoe Ball admits she “properly cried” at a thoughtful gesture from someone “special” to her. BBC Radio 2 star Zoe made the admission while considering the best gifts she has given and received.

On the Dig It podcast, fellow presenter Jo Whiley explained the best present her husband Steve Morton has ever given her was a replica of her first car. She explained the baby blue Renault 4 was “exactly the same” as the one she had as a youngster.

It led Zoe to say the “only thing” about buying such a gift is that it sets the bar so high. However she recalled one touching present she received from “someone she adores” that brought her to tears.

She said, “Someone special to me put all of our messages and some of our things together in a book, and this book is bound, it is so beautiful, it appropriately made me cry.” There are funny things, moving things, and it is beautifully bound, and it is on the shelf next to two books of poetry, and it’s like, “Oh my goodness, you’ve captured all those lovely early messages.”

It’s really special, and I thought, “Wow!” just between the two of us. Then, go after that! How should that be followed? “Go low, proceed with the chopping board, and build up.”

Zoe Ball
Zoe launched a new Radio 2 show earlier this month(Image: Getty Images)
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Co-host Jo Wiley called the gift a “mic drop” moment. She added: “Photobooks I think are really good but that is next level, it really is.”

Six months after leaving her well-known breakfast program, Zoe made her return to Radio 2 in May. Scott Mills, a former Radio 1 star, ended the early morning slot.

After her mother Julia’s passing, Zoe said it was time to leave the early in the mornings and concentrate on her family. Zoe is one of the UK’s most adored presenters, and I’m thrilled to announce that she has found a new home on Radio 2 on Saturday lunchtimes, as well as hosting a number of special events for us throughout the year, according to Helen Thomas, head of Radio 2.

According to reports, Zoe also reported to have sold her £2 million rural Sussex home and relocated to a townhouse in Brighton and Hove, closer to her former husband, Fatboy Slim, who is a professional football player.

 Zoe Ball (L) and husband Norman Cook (R) at the Radio 1 stage at the Glastonbury Festival
Zoe used to be married to Fatboy Slim star Norman Cook(Image: 2003 Getty Images)

Zoe and Norman are both said to have taken up hobbies such as gardening, with Norman also opening the Big Beach Cafe in picturesque Hove. Their son, Woody, told MailOnline: “In the last five years, it’s been funny watching my parents take up gardening both of them.

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“These crazy party people who were my whole family now work in the neighborhood cafe, garden, and make puzzles. It’s very funny to watch that transitional period as I’m about to leave the nest and getting ready for something significant in music.

She hosted on BBC Radio 1 when her husband, who was a DJ, started dating. They married in 1999.