History of Ozzy Osbourne in Timeline
John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne is a prominent English singer, songwriter, and media personality. He achieved fame in the 1970s as the lead vocalist of the influential heavy metal band Black Sabbath. During this time, he gained the moniker "Prince of Darkness" due to the band's dark and heavy sound. After being fired from Black Sabbath, Ozzy embarked on a successful solo career, further solidifying his status as a rock icon. His solo work explored similar themes and continued his signature heavy metal style. Beyond music, Ozzy became a reality television star through "The Osbournes", offering a glimpse into his family life and contributing to his enduring popularity.
1915: Birth of Ozzy's Father
In 1915, John Thomas "Jack" Osbourne, Ozzy Osbourne's father, was born. He later worked night shifts as a toolmaker at the General Electric Company.
1916: Birth of Ozzy's Mother
In 1916, Lilian (née Unitt), Ozzy Osbourne's mother, was born. She later worked at a Lucas factory.
December 1948: Ozzy Osbourne Born
In December 1948, John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne was born. This event marks the beginning of his life journey as a singer, songwriter, and media personality.
1963: Inspiration from The Beatles
In 1963, upon hearing The Beatles' song "She Loves You", a 14-year-old Ozzy Osbourne was inspired to become a musician.
1967: Formation of Rare Breed
In 1967, Geezer Butler formed Rare Breed, recruiting Osbourne as the singer, marking an early collaboration between the two musicians.
1968: Founding Member of Black Sabbath
In 1968, Osbourne became a founding member of Black Sabbath, which marked a significant step in his early career.
August 1969: Black Sabbath Name Change
In August 1969, the band formerly known as Earth settled on the name Black Sabbath, inspired by a film of the same title, setting the stage for their signature dark sound and image.
1969: First Meeting with Iommi
In 1969, Iommi and Ward responded to Osbourne's flyer seeking a gig, leading to the initial meeting and subsequent working collaboration.
August 1970: First UK Chart Appearance
In August 1970, Ozzy Osbourne's first UK chart appearance was with Black Sabbath's "Paranoid", which reached number four.
1970: Debut Album Release
In 1970, Osbourne provided lead vocals for Black Sabbath's self-titled debut album, marking the beginning of the band's influential run.
1971: Marriage to Thelma Riley
In 1971, Ozzy Osbourne met Thelma Riley and later married her that year. They had two children, Jessica and Louis, and Osbourne adopted Riley's son Elliot.
1971: First Experience with Cocaine
In early 1971, Ozzy Osbourne had his first experience with cocaine at a hotel in Denver, Colorado, after a Black Sabbath show with Mountain. Mountain's guitarist, Leslie West, introduced him to the drug.
September 1972: Release of Black Sabbath Vol. 4
In September 1972, Black Sabbath released Black Sabbath Vol. 4. Despite critics' dismissal, it quickly reached gold status and became the band's fourth consecutive album to sell over a million copies in the United States.
November 1973: Release of Sabbath Bloody Sabbath
In November 1973, Black Sabbath released the critically acclaimed Sabbath Bloody Sabbath, marking the first time the band received favorable reviews in the mainstream press and solidifying their success with their fifth consecutive platinum-selling album in the US.
July 1975: Release of Sabotage
In July 1975, Black Sabbath released Sabotage, receiving generally favorable reviews.
September 1976: Release of Technical Ecstasy
On September 25, 1976, Black Sabbath released Technical Ecstasy, which was met with mixed reviews.
1977: Death of Ozzy's Father
In 1977, John Thomas "Jack" Osbourne, Ozzy Osbourne's father, passed away.
May 1978: Never Say Die! Tour Begins
In May 1978, Black Sabbath began touring in support of Never Say Die! with Van Halen as the opening act.
June 1978: Hammersmith Odeon Concert Recorded
In June 1978, Black Sabbath recorded their concert at Hammersmith Odeon, which was later released on video as Never Say Die.
1978: Departure for Solo Project and Never Say Die!
In 1978, Osbourne left Black Sabbath for three months to pursue a solo project called Blizzard of Ozz, which was suggested by his father. Also Black Sabbath released the album Never Say Die!.
1978: Sounds Interview
In 1978, Ozzy Osbourne admitted to Sounds, "I get high, I get fucked up ... what the hell's wrong with getting fucked up?"
1978: Osbourne Leaves to Pursue Blizzard of Ozz
In 1978, Ozzy Osbourne left Black Sabbath for three months to pursue a solo project called Blizzard of Ozz, a title suggested by his father, enlisting members of Necromandus to back him.
April 1979: Osbourne Ejected from Black Sabbath
On April 27, 1979, Ozzy Osbourne was ejected from Black Sabbath due to unreliability and substance abuse issues.
1979: Fired from Black Sabbath and Solo Career Begins
In 1979, Osbourne was fired from Black Sabbath due to issues with alcohol and drugs, after which he began a successful solo career.
1979: Formation of Blizzard of Ozz
In late 1979, Ozzy Osbourne, under the management of the Ardens, formed the Blizzard of Ozz, marking the beginning of his official solo career with the debut album also titled Blizzard of Ozz.
1979: Departure from Black Sabbath
Upon being fired from Black Sabbath in 1979, Ozzy Osbourne spent the next three months locked in his hotel room taking vast amounts of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco all day, every day.
1980: Successful Solo Career Begins
In 1980, Ozzy Osbourne's solo career began with the album Blizzard of Ozz.
1981: Band Members Let Go
In 1981, Bob Daisley and Lee Kerslake were let go from the band.
1981: Live Recordings
In 1981, Ozzy Osbourne created live recordings that were later released in the album "Tribute", commemorating the fifth anniversary of Randy Rhoads' death in 1987.
1981: Live Recordings Planned, Rhoads' Death
In 1981, Ozzy Osbourne planned live recordings for an album consisting primarily of Osbourne's solo work. A live tribute album for Randy Rhoads was also later released. The live album "Speak of the Devil" ended up consisting entirely of Sabbath covers recorded with Gillis, Sarzo and Tommy Aldridge.
1981: Dove Head-Biting Incident
In 1981, after signing his first solo record deal, Ozzy Osbourne bit the head off a dove during a meeting with CBS Records executives in Los Angeles, an act that became infamous.
1981: Randy Rhoads prediction
In 1981, guitarist Randy Rhoads predicted that Ozzy Osbourne and Sharon Arden would probably get married someday, despite their bickering and Ozzy being married to Thelma at the time.
1981: Substance Abuse Issues
Ozzy Osbourne's misuse of substances caused friction within his band. Many shows on the American leg of the 1981-82 Diary of a Madman tour were simply cancelled, and the members of his band quickly began to tire of the unpredictability.
January 1982: Bat Head-Biting Incident
On January 20, 1982, Ozzy Osbourne bit the head off a bat during a performance at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Des Moines, Iowa, leading to rabies treatment.
February 1982: Alamo Cenotaph Incident
On February 18, 1982, Ozzy Osbourne drunkenly urinated on a cenotaph near the Alamo in Texas, leading to his arrest and a ban from San Antonio. Earlier that day he had drunkenly fired his entire band.
March 1982: Death of Randy Rhoads
On March 19, 1982, Randy Rhoads, along with Andrew Aycock and Rachel Youngblood, died in a plane crash during the Diary of a Madman tour, profoundly affecting Osbourne and leading to a two-week tour cancellation.
April 1982: Tour Resumes with Torme, Gillis Hired
In April 1982, Ozzy Osbourne's tour resumed with Bernie Tormé, but his blues style was unpopular. Brad Gillis of Night Ranger was then selected to finish the tour after Torme returned to England. The tour culminated in the release of the live album, "Speak of the Devil".
July 1982: Marriage to Sharon Arden
On July 4, 1982, Ozzy Osbourne married his manager Sharon Arden. He chose the date so he would never forget their anniversary.
1982: Collaboration with Was (Not Was)
In 1982, Ozzy Osbourne was featured as the lead vocalist on the Was (Not Was) pop dance track "Shake Your Head (Let's Go to Bed)".
September 1983: Birth of Aimee Osbourne
On September 2, 1983, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne's first child, Aimee, was born.
1983: Bark at the Moon Album Release
In 1983, Jake E. Lee joined Ozzy Osbourne to record "Bark at the Moon". The album featured Don Airey, Tommy Aldridge and featured the song "Bark at the Moon". The music video was partially filmed at the Holloway Sanitorium outside London, England and within weeks the album became certified gold.
1983: "Bark at the Moon" Influence on Murder
On New Year's Eve 1983, James Jollimore killed a woman and her two sons in Halifax, Nova Scotia, after listening to the "Bark at the Moon" song, which a friend claimed made him feel strange and incited violence.
May 1984: Arrested in Memphis
In May 1984, Ozzy Osbourne was arrested in Memphis, Tennessee for public intoxication.
October 1984: Birth of Kelly Osbourne
On October 27, 1984, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne's second child, Kelly, was born.
1984: Suicide Solution Controversy
In 1984, John McCollum committed suicide while listening to Ozzy Osbourne's song "Suicide Solution", sparking allegations that Osbourne promoted suicide. The McCollum family sued Osbourne, but the courts ruled in Osbourne's favor, determining there was no connection between the song and McCollum's suicide.
November 1985: Birth of Jack Osbourne
On November 8, 1985, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne's third child, Jack, was born.
1985: Rejoined Black Sabbath
In 1985, Ozzy Osbourne rejoined Black Sabbath after seven years.
May 1986: "The Ultimate Sin" Awarded Platinum Status
On May 14, 1986, shortly after its release, "The Ultimate Sin" was awarded Platinum status by the RIAA. The album was Osbourne's highest-charting studio album at the time of its release.
1986: WrestleMania 2 Appearance
In 1986, Ozzy Osbourne appeared at WrestleMania 2, managing The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith and The Dynamite Kid) alongside Lou Albano in their WWF Tag Team Championship win over The Dream Team (Greg Valentine and Brutus Beefcake).
August 1987: Ronnie James Dio Interview
On August 21, 1987, Ronnie James Dio stated in an interview that he was not, and never would be, Ozzy Osbourne, acknowledging Osbourne's significant contribution to the band.
1987: Departure of Jake E. Lee and Release of Tribute
In 1987, Jake E. Lee and Ozzy Osbourne parted ways. The same year, Osbourne commemorated the fifth anniversary of Randy Rhoads' death with "Tribute", a collection of live recordings from 1981.
1988: Appearance in "The Decline of Western Civilization Part II" and recording "No Rest for the Wicked"
In 1988, Ozzy Osbourne appeared in "The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years" and stated that "sobriety fucking sucks". He also found Zakk Wylde and together they recorded "No Rest for the Wicked". Osbourne also performed on the rock ballad "Close My Eyes Forever", a duet with Lita Ford.
August 1989: Attempted Strangulation of Sharon
In August 1989, Sharon claimed that Ozzy Osbourne had tried to strangle her, leading to his six-month rehabilitation.
1989: Performance at Moscow Music Peace Festival
In 1989, Ozzy Osbourne performed at the Moscow Music Peace Festival.
1991: "No More Tears" Album Release
In 1991, Ozzy Osbourne released "No More Tears", which featured the song "Mama, I'm Coming Home". The album received a lot of radio and MTV exposure.
1991: Waller v. Osbourne Lawsuit
In 1991, Ozzy Osbourne was sued by the parents of Michael Waller for $9 million over allegations that his music incited their son's suicide. The courts once again ruled in Osbourne's favour.
1992: Reference to the original No More Tours
In 1992, Ozzy Osbourne originally launched 'No More Tours', and the 2018 tour was named as a reference to it.
1992: Church of England
In 1992, The New York Times reported that Ozzy Osbourne was a practicing member of the Church of England and prayed before each show.
June 1993: Live & Loud Album Release
On June 28, 1993, Ozzy Osbourne's live album "Live & Loud" was released. The album was mixed by Michael Wagener.
October 1994: "The Ultimate Sin" Awarded Double Platinum Status
On October 26, 1994, "The Ultimate Sin" was awarded Double Platinum status by the RIAA.
1994: Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance
In 1994, Ozzy Osbourne received a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance for the track "I Don't Want to Change the World" from Live & Loud.
1994: Grammy Award for "I Don't Want to Change the World"
In 1994, Ozzy Osbourne was awarded a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance for the track "I Don't Want to Change the World" from Live & Loud.
1995: CD Catalogue Reissued and "Ozzmosis" Released
In 1995, Ozzy Osbourne's entire CD catalog was remastered and reissued, and he released the album "Ozzmosis". He also returned to touring, calling his concerts "The Retirement Sucks Tour".
October 1996: First Ozzfest Held
On October 25 and 26, 1996, the first Ozzfest was held in Phoenix, Arizona, and Devore, California, respectively. The event was created and managed by Sharon Osbourne and assisted by Jack Osbourne.
1996: Line-Up Changes
In early 1996, Geezer Butler and Deen Castronovo left Ozzy Osbourne's band. Mike Inez and Randy Castillo filled in. Ultimately, Mike Bordin and Robert Trujillo joined on drums and bass respectively.
August 1997: Blizzard of Ozz Achieves Quadruple Platinum
As of August 1997, Blizzard of Ozz had achieved quadruple platinum status, according to RIAA, highlighting its commercial success.
1997: Reunion with Black Sabbath during Ozzfest Tour
During the 1997 Ozzfest tour, Ozzy Osbourne reunited with the original members of Black Sabbath, starting in West Palm Beach, Florida. He has performed with them periodically since.
1997: Reunion with Black Sabbath
In 1997, Osbourne rejoined Black Sabbath, marking a reunion after a period of separation.
1997: "The Ozzman Cometh" Released
In 1997, Ozzy Osbourne released a greatest hits package titled "The Ozzman Cometh".
April 1999: "Ozzmosis" Certified Double Platinum
In April 1999, Ozzy Osbourne's album "Ozzmosis", originally released in 1995, was certified double platinum by the RIAA.
2000: Lawsuit from Former Band Members
In 2000, former band members Bob Daisley, Lee Kerslake, and Phil Soussan filed a lawsuit against Ozzy Osbourne, alleging he was delinquent in paying them royalties and denying them due credit on albums they played on.
October 2001: Release of "Down to Earth" Album
On October 16, 2001, Ozzy Osbourne's album "Down to Earth", his first new studio material in six years, was released.
2001: Death of Ozzy's Mother
In 2001, Lilian (née Unitt), Ozzy Osbourne's mother, passed away.
March 2002: The Osbournes Premiere
On March 5, 2002, The Osbournes, a reality television series featuring the domestic life of Ozzy Osbourne and his family, premiered on MTV.
June 2002: Performance at Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee
In June 2002, Ozzy Osbourne performed the Black Sabbath anthem "Paranoid" at the Party at the Palace concert in the grounds of Buckingham Palace for the Golden Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.
2002: Booklet of Diary of a Madman
According to Ozzy Osbourne in the booklet to the 2002 edition of Diary of a Madman, the bat was not only alive but managed to bite him, resulting in Osbourne being treated for rabies.
2002: White House Correspondents' Association Dinner
In 2002, Ozzy Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne were invited to the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. President George W. Bush acknowledged Osbourne's presence by referencing his hit recordings.
2002: Lawsuit from Former Band Members
In 2002, former band members Bob Daisley, Lee Kerslake, and Phil Soussan continued their lawsuit against Ozzy Osbourne, alleging he was delinquent in paying them royalties and denying them due credit on albums they played on.
2002: Savage Skies Game Development
In 2002, the combat flight simulator Savage Skies was initially developed under the title Ozzy's Black Skies. Licensing issues forced the developer to release it without the Osbourne branding.
January 2003: Hosting the American Music Awards
In January 2003, Ozzy Osbourne and his family hosted the 30th Annual American Music Awards, which was marked by controversial remarks and lewd humor.
November 2003: Lawsuit Dismissal Upheld
In November 2003, a Federal Appeals Court unanimously upheld the dismissal of the lawsuit brought by Bob Daisley and Lee Kerslake against Ozzy Osbourne. The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled that Osbourne does not owe any royalties or credit to the former band members.
December 2003: Quad Bike Accident and Emergency Surgery
On December 8, 2003, Ozzy Osbourne had an accident with his quad bike on his estate in Jordans, Buckinghamshire. He broke his collar bone, eight ribs, and a neck vertebra and was rushed into emergency surgery at Slough's Wexham Park Hospital.
2003: Bass Player Changes
In 2003, Jason Newsted joined Ozzy Osbourne's band, though his time would be short. Robert Trujillo replaced Newsted in Metallica during this period.
2003: Medication Overdose
In 2003, Ozzy Osbourne told the Los Angeles Times how he was nearly incapacitated by medication prescribed by a doctor. The doctor was alleged to have prescribed 13,000 doses of 32 drugs in one year. However, after a nine-year investigation, the physician was exonerated.
2003: Rhoads Ranked 85th Greatest Guitarist by Rolling Stone
In 2003, Randy Rhoads was ranked the 85th-greatest guitarist of all time by Rolling Stone magazine for his work on the albums Blizzard of Ozz and Diary of a Madman.
2003: Rolling Stone Includes Master of Reality in 500 Greatest Albums
In 2003, Rolling Stone magazine included the album Master of Reality on their 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list at number 298, despite an earlier unfavorable review.
2004: Rolling Stone Article on bat head biting incident
According to a 2004 Rolling Stone article, the bat was alive at the time.
2004: Headlining Ozzfest After Recovery
In 2004, Ozzy Osbourne headlined Ozzfest with the reunited Black Sabbath after fully recovering from his quad accident.
2004: NME Award for Godlike Genius
In 2004, Ozzy Osbourne received the Godlike Genius award at the NME Awards in London.
March 2005: Release of "Prince of Darkness" Box Set
In March 2005, Ozzy Osbourne released a box set called "Prince of Darkness", consisting of live performances, B-sides, demos, singles, duets, covers and new material.
March 2005: The Osbournes Final Episode
On March 21, 2005, the final episode of The Osbournes aired.
May 2005: Diagnosis of Parkin syndrome
In May 2005, Ozzy Osbourne discovered he had Parkin syndrome, a genetic condition with symptoms similar to Parkinson's disease. He learned he would need daily medication for life to manage the tremors associated with the condition.
November 2005: Release of "Under Cover" Album
In November 2005, Ozzy Osbourne released the covers album "Under Cover", featuring 10 songs from the fourth disc of Prince of Darkness and 3 more songs. The band for this album included Jerry Cantrell, Chris Wyse and Mike Bordin.
2005: Inducted into UK Music Hall of Fame
In 2005, Osbourne was inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame both as a solo artist and with Black Sabbath.
2005: Starred in "Battle for Ozzfest"
In 2005, Ozzy Osbourne and his wife Sharon starred in the MTV competition reality show "Battle for Ozzfest".
2005: Judging on the UK X-Factor
In 2005, Ozzy Osbourne helped judge the UK series of The X-Factor, where his wife Sharon was one of the main judges.
2005: Sunday Times Rich List
In 2005, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne were ranked at number 458 on the Sunday Times Rich List, with an estimated £100 million earned from recording, touring, and TV shows.
February 2006: I Can't Believe It's Not Butter! Commercial
In February 2006, Ozzy Osbourne appeared in a TV commercial for I Can't Believe It's Not Butter! which began airing in the UK.
March 2006: Hoping to Release New Studio Album with Zakk Wylde
In March 2006, Ozzy Osbourne expressed his hope to release a new studio album soon with longtime guitarist Zakk Wylde.
October 2006: Heaven & Hell Tour Announced
In October 2006, it was announced that Tony Iommi, Ronnie James Dio, Vinny Appice, and Geezer Butler would be touring together again, though not as Black Sabbath, but under the moniker "Heaven & Hell".
2006: Inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
In 2006, Osbourne was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Black Sabbath.
2006: Closing Act for Ozzfest and Heaven & Hell Tour Announcement
In 2006, Ozzy Osbourne closed just over half of the Ozzfest concerts, with System of a Down closing the others. In October 2006, it was announced that Tony Iommi, Ronnie James Dio, Vinny Appice, and Geezer Butler would be touring together again, under the name Heaven & Hell.
May 2007: "Black Rain" Album Release
On May 22, 2007, Ozzy Osbourne's album "Black Rain" was released. It was his first new studio album in almost six years and featured a more serious tone.
2007: VH1 Rock Honors and Birmingham Star
In 2007, Ozzy Osbourne was honored at the second annual VH1 Rock Honors. Additionally, in 2007 a bronze star honouring Osbourne was placed on Broad Street in Birmingham, England, and he was named the first inductee into The Birmingham Walk of Stars.
2007: Return for Another Year of Ozzfest
In 2007, after the concert in Bristol, Virginia, Ozzy Osbourne announced that he would return for another year of Ozzfest.
2007: Free Tickets for Ozzfest Tour
In 2007, tickets for the Ozzfest tour were offered to fans free of charge, leading to some controversy.
February 2008: Hosting the BRIT Awards
On February 20, 2008, Ozzy, Sharon, Kelly and Jack Osbourne hosted the 2008 BRIT Awards held at Earls Court, London.
2008: Living Legend Award
In 2008, Ozzy Osbourne was crowned with the Living Legend award in the Classic Rock Roll of Honour Awards, presented by Slash, the former Guns N' Roses guitarist.
July 2009: Seeking New Guitar Player
In July 2009, Ozzy Osbourne revealed that he was seeking a new guitar player, stating that he felt his songs were beginning to sound like Black Label Society and wanted a change.
August 2009: Performance at BlizzCon and Voice Acting Role
In August 2009, Ozzy Osbourne performed at the gaming festival BlizzCon with Gus G. as his new guitarist. He also provided his voice and likeness to the video game Brütal Legend character The Guardian of Metal.
October 2009: Publication of Autobiography I Am Ozzy
In October 2009, Ozzy Osbourne published I Am Ozzy, his autobiography.
April 2010: Scream Release Date Announcement and "Let Me Hear You Scream" Debut
In April 2010, specifically on April 13, Ozzy Osbourne announced that his album Scream would be released on June 15, 2010, later changed to a week later. Also in April 2010, the single "Let Me Hear You Scream" debuted on an episode of CSI: NY.
June 2010: Scream Album Release
In June 2010, Ozzy Osbourne released his album Scream.
July 2010: Trademark Dispute Resolved
In July 2010, Ozzy Osbourne and Tony Iommi decided to discontinue court proceedings over ownership of the Black Sabbath trademark, resolving the issue amicably.
August 2010: "Life Won't Wait" Single Announcement
On August 9, 2010, Ozzy Osbourne announced that "Life Won't Wait" would be the second single from his album Scream, with the music video to be directed by his son, Jack Osbourne.
October 2010: TEDMED Conference appearance
In October 2010, at the TEDMED Conference, scientists from Knome, a human genome interpretation company, joined Ozzy Osbourne to discuss the analysis of his whole genome, providing insights into his survival despite decades of substance misuse.
2010: Guys Choice Award for Literary Achievement
In 2010, Ozzy Osbourne won the "Literary Achievement" honour at the Guys Choice Awards for his memoir, I Am Ozzy. The book debuted at No. 2 on the New York Times' hardcover non-fiction best-seller list.
2010: Driver's License
In 2010, during an interview on the Howard Stern Show, Ozzy Osbourne said that it took him 19 attempts to get his driver’s license because he was so drunk.
2010: Ozzfest Tour with Jersey Shore Spoof
In 2010, the Ozzfest tour opened with a Jersey Shore spoof skit starring Ozzy Osbourne. Osbourne headlined the show after opening acts Halford and Mötley Crüe. The tour generated rave reviews.
2010: Favourite Movie
In a 2010 interview with Us Weekly, Ozzy Osbourne stated that his favorite movie is Monty Python's Life of Brian.
April 2011: God Bless Ozzy Osbourne Premiere
In April 2011, the documentary film God Bless Ozzy Osbourne premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.
November 2011: God Bless Ozzy Osbourne DVD Release
In November 2011, the documentary film God Bless Ozzy Osbourne was released on DVD.
November 2011: Black Sabbath Reunion Announcement
On November 11, 2011, the original Black Sabbath lineup announced their reunion for a world tour and new album.
2011: God Bless Ozzy Osbourne Documentary
In the 2011 documentary God Bless Ozzy Osbourne, Ozzy stated that The Beatles made him realise that he was going to be a rock star for the rest of his life.
May 2012: Black Sabbath Reunion Concert
On May 21, 2012, Black Sabbath played their first concert since their reunion in Birmingham.
January 2013: Minor Burns in House Fire
In January 2013, Ozzy Osbourne suffered minor burns after a small house fire.
April 2013: Relapse and Apology
In April 2013, Ozzy Osbourne announced via Facebook that he had relapsed into smoking, drinking, and drug use for the past year and a half, attributing it to a "very dark place". He stated he had been sober again since early March and apologized to his family, friends, bandmates, and fans for his behavior.
May 2013: CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Appearance
On May 15, 2013, Ozzy Osbourne and the members of Black Sabbath appeared in an episode of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation titled "Skin in the Game".
June 2013: Black Sabbath Album 13 Release
On June 11, 2013, Black Sabbath released their album 13, which topped the charts in the UK and US.
December 2013: Birthday Charity Donation
On his 65th birthday on December 3, 2013, Ozzy Osbourne asked fans to celebrate his birthday by donating to the Royal Marsden cancer charity in London.
2013: Final Studio Album with Black Sabbath
In 2013, Osbourne helped record Black Sabbath's final studio album, titled '13'.
October 2014: Memoirs of a Madman Release
In October 2014, Ozzy Osbourne released Memoirs of a Madman, a collection celebrating his entire solo career. The CD version featured 17 singles, and the DVD included music videos, live performances, and interviews.
2014: MTV Europe Music Awards Global Icon Award
At the 2014 MTV Europe Music Awards, Osbourne received the Global Icon Award.
May 2015: Ivor Novello Award for Lifetime Achievement
In May 2015, Ozzy Osbourne received the Ivor Novello Award for Lifetime Achievement from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors at a ceremony in London.
August 2015: Announcement of New Studio Album
In August 2015, Epic Records president Sylvia Rhone confirmed that Ozzy Osbourne was working on a new studio album.
2015: Ivor Novello Award for Lifetime Achievement
In 2015, Osbourne received the Ivor Novello Award for Lifetime Achievement from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors.
January 2016: The End Farewell Tour Announcement
In January 2016, Black Sabbath began their farewell tour, titled "The End."
July 2016: Ozzy & Jack's World Detour Premiere
On July 24, 2016, The History Channel premiered a comedy reality television series starring Ozzy Osbourne and his son Jack Osbourne, named Ozzy & Jack's World Detour.
2016: Tram named after Ozzy Osbourne
In 2016, Ozzy Osbourne had a tram named after him in his home city of Birmingham.
February 2017: The End Tour Final Shows
On February 2 and 4, 2017, Black Sabbath performed the final shows of The End tour in Birmingham, with Tommy Clufetos on drums.
April 2017: Reunion with Zakk Wylde and Summer Tour Announcement
In April 2017, it was announced that guitarist Zakk Wylde would reunite with Ozzy Osbourne for a summer tour to mark the 30th anniversary of their collaboration on the album No Rest for the Wicked.
August 2017: Metal Casino Founded
In August 2017, the rock-themed online casino Metal Casino was founded by metal music fans.
November 2017: Gogglebox Appearance and Metal Casino Ambassador
In November 2017, Ozzy Osbourne appeared in an episode of Gogglebox and became an ambassador of Metal Casino.
November 2017: Download Festival Headline Announcement
On November 6, 2017, Ozzy Osbourne was announced as the headline act for the Sunday of the 2018 Download Festival.
2017: Farewell Tour Ends
In 2017, Black Sabbath's farewell tour concluded with a performance in their native Birmingham, marking the end of an era.
February 2018: No More Tours II Announcement
On February 6, 2018, Ozzy Osbourne announced his final world tour, No More Tours II, with support from Stone Sour.
2018: Download Festival Headline Performance
In 2018, Ozzy Osbourne headlined the Download Festival.
January 2019: "Ozzy Plush Bat" Toy Release
On January 20, 2019, Ozzy Osbourne commemorated the 37th anniversary of the bat incident by offering an "Ozzy Plush Bat" toy "with detachable head" for sale on his personal web-store.
February 2019: Moved to Intensive Care
By February 12, 2019, Ozzy Osbourne had been moved to intensive care. He later cancelled the tour entirely, and ultimately all shows scheduled for 2019, after sustaining serious injuries from a fall in his Los Angeles home while still recovering from pneumonia. He was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in February 2019.
February 2019: Ozzy Osbourne Online Slots Game
In February 2019, Ozzy Osbourne's merchandising partner announced that he would have his own branded online slots game as part of the NetEnt Rocks music-themed portfolio.
February 2019: Hospitalization for Flu Complications
On February 6, 2019, Ozzy Osbourne was hospitalized due to flu complications, leading to the postponement of the European leg of his "No More Tours II" tour. He suffered from a severe upper-respiratory infection following a bout with the flu, which his doctor feared could develop into pneumonia.
September 2019: Album Finished After Post Malone Collaboration
In September 2019, Ozzy Osbourne announced that he had finished his album in four weeks after collaborating with Post Malone.
September 2019: Featured on "Take What You Want" by Post Malone
In September 2019, Ozzy Osbourne was featured on the song "Take What You Want" by Post Malone, which reached number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts.
January 2020: Parkinson's Diagnosis Revealed
In January 2020, Ozzy Osbourne publicly revealed that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in February 2019.
February 2020: North American Tour Cancellation
In February 2020, Ozzy Osbourne cancelled the 2020 North American tour, seeking treatment in Switzerland until April.
February 2020: Ordinary Man Album Release
On February 21, 2020, Ozzy Osbourne released his album Ordinary Man, which debuted at number three on the UK Albums Chart. Soon after, he expressed interest in creating another album with Andrew Watt.
2020: Emphysema Reveal
In 2020, Ozzy Osbourne revealed that he had the smoking-induced lung condition, emphysema.
February 2021: Sobriety discussion with son Jack
In February 2021, Ozzy Osbourne and his son Jack discussed their experiences with recovery in an interview with Variety. Ozzy revealed he had been sober for about seven years.
April 2021: WWE Hall of Fame Induction
In April 2021, Ozzy Osbourne was inducted into the celebrity wing of the WWE Hall of Fame for his various appearances.
November 2021: Announcement of New Album and Zakk Wylde's Involvement
In November 2021, Sony announced that Ozzy Osbourne's new album would be released within six months, with Zakk Wylde fully involved after his absence on Ordinary Man.
June 2022: Patient Number 9 Album Announcement and Title Track Release
On June 24, 2022, Ozzy Osbourne announced his thirteenth album would be titled Patient Number 9 and released the title track along with a music video.
August 2022: Commonwealth Games Surprise Appearance
On August 8, 2022, Ozzy Osbourne and Tony Iommi made a surprise appearance during the closing ceremony of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. This marked Osbourne's first live performance in three years.
September 2022: Release of Patient Number 9 Album
On September 9, 2022, Ozzy Osbourne released his album Patient Number 9.
January 2023: Cancellation of European Leg of No More Tours II
In January 2023, Ozzy Osbourne announced the cancellation of the European leg of his No More Tours II tour, citing spinal damage from an accident in 2019. This effectively marked his retirement from large-scale touring.
September 2023: New Album and Potential Touring Plans
In September 2023, Ozzy Osbourne revealed he was working on a new album planned for release in 2024 and preparing to return to the road after successful spinal surgery earlier that month.
2023: Ranking on Rolling Stone's 200 Greatest Singers List
In 2023, Rolling Stone ranked Ozzy Osbourne at number 112 on its list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.
2024: Inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as Solo Artist
In 2024, Osbourne was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist.
2024: Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
In 2024, Ozzy Osbourne was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for his solo career.
2024: Planned release of new album
In September 2023, Ozzy Osbourne revealed that he was working on a new album planned for release in 2024.
February 2025: Announcement of Final Black Sabbath Show
On February 5, 2025, Ozzy Osbourne announced his final show alongside Black Sabbath, a charity event at Villa Park in Birmingham scheduled for July 5.
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