THE BEAST

Back To The Beginning: Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath Raise Over $190 Million for Charity in Historic Farewell Show

In a farewell befitting heavy metal royalty, Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath took the stage one final time for the "Back To The Beginning" concert—an emotional and thunderous send-off that not only celebrated a legendary career but also made a monumental impact for those in need.

Music director Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine, Audioslave) recently revealed the staggering outcome: over $190 million raised from the event will be donated to charity. The farewell performance, held in the band's hometown of Birmingham, UK, was more than just a concert—it was a historic gathering of generations of fans and musicians paying tribute to the pioneers of heavy metal.

The proceeds are being directed to three vital organizations:

Birmingham Children's Hospital

Acorn Children's Hospice

Cure Parkinson's

Each of these charities supports life-changing work, from pediatric healthcare to advanced research on Parkinson’s disease—a cause close to Ozzy’s heart, as he continues his own public battle with the condition.

Morello, who curated the musical journey and worked closely with the band, called the night “a celebration of legacy, resilience, and community.” He added, “It was more than a farewell—it was a statement of what heavy metal can achieve when it stands united for something bigger than itself.”

Fans from around the globe gathered for the sold-out event, both in person and via livestream, to witness Ozzy, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and guest musicians deliver a thunderous set of classics that echoed through the ages—“War Pigs,” “Iron Man,” “Paranoid,” and more. The energy was electric, the atmosphere tearfully joyous, and the cause overwhelmingly noble.

As the curtain finally falls on an era that began over five decades ago, Black Sabbath’s exit is a testament to their lasting power—not just in music, but in humanity. The #BackToTheBeginning concert wasn’t just about saying goodbye to the Godfathers of Heavy Metal—it was about giving back, leaving behind a legacy that goes beyond riffs and records.

Heavy metal saved lives—and this time, it did it literally.

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