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This summer, Ozzy Osbourne will play his own short set before performing on stage for The Back To The Beginning with Black Sabbath band members Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward.

Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne said he “may be sitting down” for his final performance amid ongoing issues with his health.

The 76-year-old singer will deliver his own short set this summer before he joins Black Sabbath bandmates Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward for their first performance together in 20 years. It forms The Back To The Beginning show on July 5 at Villa Park in Aston, Birmingham, where it all began for the rockers in 1968.

Although Ozzy was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in January 2020, the musician has continued to perform infrequently, including at the closing ceremony of the 2022 Commonwealth Games, which were held in his home city.

The veteran performer acknowledges that this summer’s performance may be his last and that he may have to sit down to perform it. He continued, “I’m used to jumping around and running for two hours on stage.” This time, I don’t believe I’ll be doing much jumping or running. I might be sat down.

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Nevertheless, tickets for the all-day event – a fundraising concert – reportedly sold out within 16 minutes in February as fans scrambled for a chance to see Ozzy and his pals reunite. Ticket prices soared to £795, which left fans fuming.

Speaking to The Guardian this week, Ozzy continued: “I’ll be there, and I’ll do the best I can. So all I can do is turn up… We’re only playing a couple of songs each. I don’t want people thinking ‘we’re getting ripped off’, because it’s just going to be … what’s the word? … a sample, you’re going to get a few songs each by Ozzy and Sabbath.”

Three years after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, the actor underwent extensive spinal surgery in 2023. The father-of-five admitted this week that he is currently having walking issues but is determined that this won’t stop him from impressing his summer fans.

I exercise, ride my bike, and have a neighbor who works for me. I’ve been laid up for such a long time, so it’s tough. Your strength is the first thing I need to go after lying on my back and doing nothing. The singer described it as “starting all over again.”

“I’ve got a vocal coach coming round four days a week to keep my voice going. I have problems walking. I also get blood pressure issues, from blood clots on my legs.”

Abbey Clancy, a former Strictly Come Dancing contestant, recently revealed on the most recent episode of the podcast she co-hosts with Peter Crouch that she had been approached for a role on ITV’s “G’Wed.”

Podcast host Abbey Clancy has shared that she was once approached by ITV to appear in one of its shows. She however teased recently that she was snubbed by the broadcaster after agreeing to take part in the project.

Abbey, 39, announced on the latest episode of the Therapy Crouch podcast that she had been approached to appear on G’Wed. The sitcom, which launched last year, follows a group of teenagers and is set in her home city of Liverpool. The BAFTA nominated comedy was brought up on the podcast, hosted by Abbey and her husband Peter Crouch, 44, amid a discussion about Scouse representation on TV. The BBC’s This City is Ours was referenced and then G’Wed.

After the ITV2 sitcom was mentioned whilst recording the episode, Abbey shared: “They asked me to be in that.” Then asked if she had declined the offer to appear on the show, she replied: “I said yeah but they never got back to me.”

The podcast’s creator, Peter and Abbey, were both seen laughing a few moments later. While a background producer said, “Fair enough, I guess. Then, Abbey made a joke about coming, lad. “Get in touch, will you”!

Her remarks come after G’Wed returned for its second season a short while ago. The critically acclaimed television series, which centers on the lives of Reece Duffy (played by Dylan Thomas-Smith) and Aimee Morris (Amber Harrison), was first aired in February of last year.

ITV released the second series in February of this year. Following the release of the first season, it was announced last year that the show would be renewed for two more seasons. Then, according to writer Danny Kenny, “It’s amazing and exciting that we get to do this again, and I can’t wait for series 2 and 3 next year.”

And Danny was praised in a statement that was made public at the time by Nana Hughes, the head of comedy on ITV. In light of the renewal news, Nana said, “It’s great to see that G’wed has found a home on ITVX, ITV1, and ITV2!”

We began to cry while reading “Danny’s” writing, then we actually cried tears the next, and then back to laughter. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to Liverpool for a second and third series when G’wed returns in 2025 because the show’s enormously talented cast contributed so much charm and cheek to it.

G’Wed is among the nominees at this year’s BAFTA Television Awards, which will be held at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in London next Sunday. The event, broadcast by the BBC, is set to be hosted by Alan Cumming.

G ‘Wed is one of the nominees in the scripted comedy category. At the awards ceremony, Alma will face Not Normal, Brassic, and Ludwig for the award.

Whilst cast member Dylan is nominated for Male Performance in a Comedy. The actor is in the category alongside Extraordinary’s Bilal Hasna, Mr Bigstuff’s Danny Dyer, Kaos’ Nabhaan Rizwan, Changing Ends’ Oliver Savell and Smoggie Queens’ Phil Dunning.

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As he treated his family to a lavish do at his Cotwolds home that turned into a wild night, football legend David Beckham has officially celebrated his 50th birthday in style.

David Beckham has kicked off his 50th birthday celebrations in the UK as he invited his family to a lavish bash at his £10m Cotswolds home. The football icon, who marks the milestone on Friday, has made sure he goes all out for the occasion.

He is making the most of his time with his nearest and dearest, having thrown a wild party at his country home. The Beckhams donned their best black-tie looks for the evening as they were treated to rides in supercars including a Porsche Penske. They made sure to party into the night, which ended up with guests jumping into the swimming pool while in their gowns and tuxedos. David and wife Victoria have been quiet on the night’s antics, yet their youngest son Cruz, 20, offered fans a glimpse into the do.

As they prepared to let loose, he and his girlfriend Jackie Apostel, 29, took a sweet photo wearing the same outfit. While Jackie wore a strappy red satin dress, the aspiring musician looked smart while sporting a red tux and red braces.

Louise Adams, Victoria’s identical younger sister, and the party’s hostess also shared family photos. She proudly posed with Tallulah, Finlay, and Liberty, three of her four children.

Her famous sister’s draped black dress made her look stunning. Meanwhile, Finlay displayed his wild antics as he paddled out of a pool of water while demonstrating his skills.

Although it is believed that David and Victoria’s other children were present when the festivities started, they were not photographed.

The family event comes after their eldest child Brooklyn confirmed he was back in the UK with his wife Nicola Peltz. There had been rumours he may not attend David’s celebrations amid a reported fallout with brother Romeo.

Brooklyn and Nicola had skipped his dad’s party in Miami last month as he decided to mark his huge birthday with pals in the US. David is expected to bring his sons together at triple-Michelin starred restaurant Core in west London.

Following the numerous reported snubs, this will be the first time the family has been intimate in public. Romeo’s family reportedly had a devastating impact on the Beckham clan when they welcomed her as their new girlfriend, Kim Turnbull.

Unfortunately for Romeo, Brooklyn’s older brother, who was once extremely close to her, dated Rocco Ritchie, is also very close. Kim and Nicola are accused of not liking her and of snubbing family occurrences to show their emotions.

Speculation mounted once again when neither Brooklyn or Nicola publicly wished Victoria a happy 51st birthday. In another twist, neither Victoria or David, commented on Brooklyn and Nicola’s third wedding anniversary.

According to a source, David is “going all out” for his 50th birthday. It’s a true family affair, with Romeo, Cruz, Harper, his and Victoria’s parents included.

Another addition to Daily Mail’s list read, “While the location will be perfect and stunning, his family will be there with him and we’ll be having a wonderful time together.” However, things aren’t doing well right now. Everyone in their lives aspires that any problems will be resolved before David’s big day.

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