Title: Sharon Osbourne Removes Band from Ozzy Osbourne’s Final Black Sabbath Show Lineup After Conflict

Sharon Osbourne Axes Band from Ozzy’s Final Black Sabbath Gig Amid Health Struggles
(Include image: Sharon Osbourne at a recent event, caption: "Sharon Osbourne confirmed cutting a band from Ozzy’s final Black Sabbath show after a manager dispute.")

Black Sabbath’s highly anticipated farewell concert, Back to the Beginning, set for July 5 at Birmingham’s Villa Park, has hit a snag. Sharon Osbourne, 72, revealed she removed a major rock band from the lineup following a heated clash with their manager. Though she didn’t name the act, speculation swirled around Tool after their logo briefly vanished from promotional materials. However, organizers confirmed Tool’s participation was never in doubt, attributing the error to a design oversight.

(Include image: Original Black Sabbath lineup, caption: "Black Sabbath’s original members (L-R: Geezer Butler, Bill Ward, Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi) reunite for their final performance after 20 years.")

Ozzy’s Defiant Comeback
Ozzy, 76, vows to perform despite severe health challenges, including Parkinson’s disease and seven surgeries in five years. “I’ll be there, and I’ll do the best I can,” he told The Guardian. His wife Sharon emphasized the concert’s importance: “It’s a reason for him to get up in the morning.” Ozzy trains daily with a live-in trainer and a vocal coach but admits he may perform seated due to mobility issues and blood clots.

(Include image: Ozzy at a 2022 event, caption: "Ozzy Osbourne prepares for his final show despite ongoing health battles.")

Lineup and Charity Focus
The historic gig features Metallica, Slayer, Pantera, and Gojira, alongside a supergroup of rock icons like Billy Corgan and Jonathan Davis. Proceeds support Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Acorn Children’s Hospice. Ozzy called the event a tribute to Birmingham, “the true home of metal.”

(Include image: Black Sabbath performing in the 1970s, caption: "The band’s hits like War Pigs defined heavy metal in the 1970s.")

Controversy and Resilience
Sharon’s decision to cut the unnamed band sparked industry backlash, but she remains unapologetic: “I don’t care what people say. I care about those who love me.” Meanwhile, Tool’s Maynard James Keenan expressed cautious optimism about Ozzy’s participation, saying, “I’m preparing for the worst but hoping for the best.”

As fans await the emotional finale, Ozzy’s determination underscores a career built on defying odds. “It’s driving me nuts,” he admitted about his health, but the Prince of Darkness isn’t bowing out quietly.

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