Ozzy Osbourne’s poignant final love notes to devoted wife Sharon reveal his rarely seen emotional side in heartbreaking new documentary

A new documentary will share Ozzy Osbourne’s many heartfelt love letters to his wife, Sharon. The film was shot over the last three years of his life, offering a personal look at their relationship.

The Black Sabbath icon passed away from heart failure at his home in Buckinghamshire on July 22nd. This was only two weeks after he played a final show with his band at Villa Park in Birmingham.

A new BBC One documentary, Sharon & Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home, will follow the journey of the Prince of Darkness as he returns to the United Kingdom. The show will document Ozzy Osbourne’s move back home with his wife and children after living in the United States for over three decades.

As a longtime fan, I’m incredibly touched to hear that the exhibit will include the very last love notes from Ozzy. It’s so poignant knowing he was diagnosed with a genetic form of Parkinson’s disease back in 2003, and these letters capture their sweet moments as they settled into life in England. It’s a beautiful way to remember their enduring connection.

Throughout the expansive estate, viewers will discover many handwritten notes addressed to Sharon, including heartfelt messages like ‘I Love You Forever,’ ‘I Don’t Half Love You,’ and ‘I Will Always Be There For You.’

Oh my gosh, I have *all* of his notes, and I’ve had them framed, of course! They’re so precious to me. And there’s this one note, it’s just… everything. It says, ‘You Are The Love Of My Life.’ I can’t even begin to tell you how much that means to me. It’s like, proof that everything is real!

In the documentary, set to broadcast on Thursday evening, Sharon shared that they had always intended to step away from public life once Ozzy reached the age of 70.

I repeatedly told Ozzy that we would stop performing when he turned 70,” she explained, referring to her conversation with the musician, who was 76 years old when he passed away.

Even though Ozzy was known for his wild behavior as a leading figure in heavy metal, Sharon emphasized that their life at home was actually quite normal and traditional.

She said: ‘We’re quite normal. We’re quite boring, really, when it comes down to it.’

The death certificate, made public in August, confirmed that Ozzy passed away from a heart attack. He also had coronary artery disease and had been living with Parkinson’s disease for many years.

As a health and lifestyle expert, I’ve been following this story closely. It’s been confirmed through a death certificate filed in London – and obtained by The New York Times – that the singer bravely battled both coronary artery disease and Parkinson’s. It’s a reminder of how complex health can be, and how important it is to be aware of these conditions. It’s truly heartbreaking. Both diseases present significant challenges, and to face them simultaneously speaks to the singer’s strength.

According to the New York Times, the death certificate was filed by Ozzy Osbourne’s daughter, Aimée Osbourne. The certificate indicates that Osbourne passed away due to a combination of factors, specifically: (a) cardiac arrest outside of a hospital, (b) a heart attack, (c) heart disease and Parkinson’s disease affecting his autonomic nervous system. These are listed as joint causes of death.

Ozzy, who also became known as a reality TV personality, revealed in 2020 that he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease following a fall.

When sharing the news of his passing, his family requested privacy and stated that he was surrounded by loved ones at the time of his death.

Oh my god, I can barely even *type* this… it’s just… devastating. I just saw the news, and I’m completely heartbroken. The statement said – and I’m still trying not to cry reading it – that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. This morning! It feels like a nightmare. I can’t believe it. I just… I just can’t. It’s just… too much to take in.

He was with his family and filled with love. We kindly request that everyone respect our family’s privacy during this difficult time.

Black Sabbath’s first album, released in 1969 and simply titled Black Sabbath, is often compared to the beginning of heavy metal music. It appeared during the peak of the Vietnam War and was a stark contrast to the prevailing peaceful atmosphere, instead creating a sense of danger and dread.

The album cover featured a creepy figure set against a barren landscape. The music itself was powerful, complex, and full of rage, representing a significant change in the sound of rock ´n´ roll.

The band’s second album, Paranoid, featured iconic metal songs like War Pigs, Iron Man, and Fairies Wear Boots.

Okay, so Paranoid didn’t actually do *that* well on the charts – it only hit No. 61 on the Billboard Hot 100, can you believe it?! But honestly? It’s *the* song for me, it’s totally become the band’s defining tune. It just *is* Black Sabbath, you know? It’s the one everyone recognizes, the one that perfectly captures their sound. I mean, it’s their signature song in every way, even if the charts don’t fully reflect that! I’m totally obsessed!

As a lifelong metalhead, I was thrilled to see that both of these albums were recognized as being among the top 10 greatest heavy metal albums of all time – and by Rolling Stone readers, no less! It’s really validating to see such incredible music get the recognition it deserves.

Sharon  & Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home airs on BBC One from Thursday, October 2.  

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2025-10-01 10:49