BBC fans 'in tears' over 'hard to watch' Ozzy Osbourne documentary

BBC fans were left heartbroken after tuning in to watch the moving new documentary, Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home. Filmed over three years, it captures the extraordinary rollercoaster of the Osbourne family as they attempt to fulfill their long-held wish of moving back to the UK. The opening shot featured the words 'For Ozzy' written on the screen, before the documentary provided an intimate look at the last chapter of Ozzy Osbourne's life, filled with love, laughter, and tears. The Black Sabbath icon died aged 76 earlier this year, just weeks after he took to the stage for a final performance with his band in Villa Park, Birmingham.

On social media, fans were left emotional over the heartbreaking documentary. One fan typed on X: "This is ridiculously emotional. #ozzyosbourne." A second also chimed in: "This is hurting my heart. I knew it would be hard to watch."

A third said: "#ozzyosbourne #ComingHome how the family still makes us laugh, but it's made me a bit emotional too, seeing the highs & lows of fame, fortune, family & health, but how I feel for sharon living without the crazy love of her life, that pain is hard to live without your soul mate."

A fourth also commented: "Sharon and ozzy osbourne coming home what a fantastic documentary quite heartbreaking really especially how much they loved each other #ozzyosbourne #sharonosbourne #BLACKSABBATH." [sic]

A fifth similarly echoed: "How lucky to have these final months captured forever, and to hear Ozzy's feelings after his farewell gig. #OzzyOsbourne."

During the documentary, Ozzy admitted he "doesn't want to be buried in America" and spoke about his feelings after performing at Villa Park in Birmingham.

He said: "It's the first time I've been back in such a long time. I'm looking forward to doing absolutely nothing. Being with you [Sharon]. I'm retiring from public life. If I had my legs, I'd love to build a vegetable garden."

Sharon said sweetly: "We can get them here." The pair shared a kiss as the screen faded to black at the end, with pictures from Ozzy's funeral in Birmingham concluding the documentary.

Ozzy narrated at the end: "Time goes by in a flap. I've had a lot of fun. A lof of blood, sweat and tears. It's been a great life."

The late music legend made his final trip through his hometown of Birmingham in July, as fans paid their respects to him. Ozzy's wife, Sharon, and their children, Jack, Kelly, and Aimee Osbourne, were among the family members to step out and observe the many tributes left at Black Sabbath Bridge.

Ozzy's death was confirmed in a family statement, which read: "It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning.

"He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis."