Black Sabbath Farewell Show Raises $140 Million for Charity as Ozzy Osbourne Set to Be Honored with Statue in Birmingham
In a moment that will go down in rock history, Black Sabbath’s final farewell performance shattered expectations—not only musically, but philanthropically—raising a staggering $140 million for global charities. The epic concert, held in their hometown of Birmingham, England, drew fans from around the world to witness the last bow of the legendary heavy metal pioneers.
Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, and Geezer Butler delivered an unforgettable setlist, blazing through iconic tracks like Paranoid, War Pigs, and Iron Man. The energy was electric as the original gods of heavy metal gave everything they had in their swan song, closing a career that helped define a genre.
The proceeds from the show are being distributed to causes close to the band’s heart, including mental health organizations, youth music programs, and cancer research foundations.
Adding to the emotional night, Birmingham city officials announced that a bronze statue of Ozzy Osbourne will be erected in the heart of the city later this year. The tribute will commemorate Ozzy’s unmatched influence on music and his role in putting Birmingham on the global cultural map.
As fans sang along one last time, the farewell show became more than a concert—it became a celebration of legacy, resilience, and the enduring power of rock to inspire and uplift. Ozzy, often called the “Prince of Darkness,” is now a beacon of light for millions, and Birmingham will forever honor its most iconic son.