Ozzy Osbourne to reveal 'devastating setbacks' in new documentary: 'I thought my number was up'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: A new documentary on Ozzy Osbourne is set to reveal the health challenges he has faced in recent years.
Paramount+ announced 'No Escape from Now' on Tuesday, February 25, offering an in-depth look at the rock legend’s struggles since his fall in 2019.
The documentary is said to “reveal the devastating setbacks” Osbourne has faced “since his fateful fall in 2019,” which required additional surgery after it dislodged the metal rods in his spine.
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Ozzy Osbourne says 'making two albums saved me' amid health struggles
The feature-length film will explore Ozzy Osbourne’s health battles, including his Parkinson’s diagnosis, while highlighting his enduring connection to music.
The documentary, directed by BAFTA winner Tania Alexander, takes a personal look at the Black Sabbath frontman’s journey.
According to a press release, the film will capture Ozzy’s health issues and the role music continues to play in his life despite the circumstances.
"The last six years have been full of some of the worst times I’ve been through. There’s been times when I thought my number was up," said Ozzy Osbourne, 76, in a statement according to Paramount.
He added, "But making music and making two albums saved me. I’d have gone nuts without music."
Production for the documentary started in early 2022 while Ozzy was working on his 13th studio album titled 'Patient Number 9'.
Ozzy Osbourne wants to 'say a proper goodbye' to his fans
The documentary will continue filming this summer as Ozzy Osbourne prepares for a potential final performance with Black Sabbath.
He is set to take the stage at Villa Park in his hometown of Birmingham, UK, on July 5.
"My fans have supported me for so many years, and I really want to thank them and say a proper goodbye to them. That is what the Villa Park show is about," said Ozzy Osbourne.
Sharon Osbourne says documentary gives 'honest account' of husband Ozzy's struggles
Sharon Osbourne, 72, described the project as an open look at what her husband has been through over the past few years.
"It shows how hard things have been for him and the courage he has shown while dealing with a number of serious health issues, including Parkinson’s," Sharon said.
"It’s about the reality of his life now. We have worked with a production team we trust and have allowed them the freedom to tell the story openly. We hope that story will inspire people that are facing similar issues to Ozzy," she said.
The documentary will also feature their children, along with musicians Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath), Duff McKagan (Guns N’ Roses), Robert Trujillo (Metallica), Billy Idol, Maynard James Keenan (Tool), Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), guitarist Zakk Wylde, producer Andrew Watt, and musician Billy Morrison as per the press release.
