After decades of wild stories, sold-out arenas, and enough rock-and-roll chaos to fill a dozen biographies, Ozzy Osbourne’s final words about his fans weren’t loud, outrageous, or cryptic. They were simple, heartfelt, and downright humbling. Sharon Osbourne recently opened up about the moment, and let’s just say… if you’ve been blasting “Crazy Train” since the cassette days, you might need a tissue for this one.

Ozzy passed away on July 22, 2025, leaving behind a legacy that shaped rock music forever. And in her conversation with People, Sharon revealed what Ozzy said after his farewell show in Birmingham, England… an emotional full-circle moment that wrapped up his legendary career. And it wasn’t about the setlist, the lights, or the applause. It was about you; the fans who’ve been there for every high note, every headline, and every comeback.

A Surprising Admission From a Rock Legend

Held on July 5, 2025, the concert was billed as “Back to the Beginning.” And it was a charity-streamed farewell with Black Sabbath in the very city where it all started. It was historic, heartfelt, and maybe a little bittersweet. But what really hit Sharon came after the amps went quiet, in a moment of calm when Ozzy shared something unexpected:

“I had no idea that so many people liked me.”

Ozzy Osbourne (via Sharon Osbourne, People)

Yep, that’s what the Prince of Darkness (one of the most recognizable voices in rock) said after decades of platinum records and sold-out tours. Sharon then explained that Ozzy had lived in “his own bubble” for so long that he didn’t truly realize just how much he meant to people. The fans’ energy that night wasn’t just loud; it was overwhelming in the best possible way.

It’s the kind of statement that sticks with you because it’s so real. No rock-star bravado. No scripted farewell. Just genuine surprise and gratitude from someone who’s been in the spotlight for over half a century.

Creating The Perfect Goodbye

The Villa Park concert wasn’t just another tour date; it was history. Not only did it bring together the band and the city where it all began, but it was also the first farewell of its kind… live-streamed worldwide, with proceeds going to charity.

“I never wanted Ozzy to just disappear without some big event… it’s the best way then to go home to where it all started,” Sharon said, according to People. “To go to his favorite stadium in the world, which is [home to] his beloved Aston Villa team, and it was just perfect.”

And while the setlist delivered everything fans could want, it was Ozzy’s humble reflection that will stick with fans for a long time to come. After years of being known as the wild man of rock, his final words to the people who made it all possible were quietly profound.

In sharing this, Sharon didn’t just give us a glimpse into her husband’s last big moment. She reminded us that even legends can be surprised by love. And judging by the roar of that Birmingham crowd, Ozzy wasn’t just liked. He was truly loved.