The legendary Ozzy Osbourne will not be able to headline the upcoming Power Trip festival, months after expressing his desire to return to the stage.
As fans know, Osbourne hasn’t been in the best of shape for years as he’s struggled with spinal injuries and Parkinson’s disease, contributing to his retirement earlier this year. Although the festival was expected to be his comeback show following the news of his retirement, he recently announced his withdrawal, expressing difficulty in making such a decision.
Ozzy Osbourne Announces Pullout From Power Trip Festival In Heartbreaking Statement
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On Monday, July 10, the old timers went to Twitter with a post about his withdrawal from the upcoming festival, touching on his poor health. “It hurts like this,” he began. “I had to make the decision to stop performing at Power Trip in October.”
Osbourne continued, “My original plan was to return to the stage in the summer of 2024, & when the offer to do this show came in, I was optimistic about moving forward.” He explained that his body was not ready for the stage, and that he was “too proud” to return with a “half-ass” performance in almost five years.
The heavy metal singer later assured fans that he would be replaced by a competent band, a personal friend of his who would not disappoint. Ending the message, he appreciates and sends love to his supporters, hoping to see them soon. In his words:
“Above all, I want to thank my fans, my band and my crew for their unconditional loyalty and continued support. I love you all, and I will see you soon. God Bless, Ozzy.”
In no time, commenters flooded the tweet with comments, advising Osbourne to take care of herself and get back on stage as soon as possible. “I hope you recover and get back on stage @OzzyOsbourne,” one follower wrote. “I need to see you perform live once in my life.”
A second fan called the 74-year-old “awesome,” adding that they love his music, family and TV show before exclaiming, “You’re an American icon like no other. Take care and keep up the good work, Ozzy!” Likewise, another commenter wrote, “Take care of yourself, Oz. You have done well, brother. But do you never stop fighting?
A fourth supporter stated, “This is why we love you so much, Ozzy; I know it hurts you can’t perform; health comes first; I want to thank you for being honest & real with us on this journey.
Another user dropped a Gif showing “Always Good Vibes” along with a note that read, “Sending love and healing spirit, Ozzy! God bless you!” One worshiper called out, “Please be safe and take care,” followed by another who wrote, “Take care, Ozzy. The world loves you.”
Despite this pain, I had to make the decision to stop performing at Power Trip in October.
My original plan was to return to the stage in the summer of 2024, & when the offer to do this show came in, I was optimistic about moving forward.
Unfortunately, my body… pic.twitter.com/gHWEE8VuI6
— Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) July 10, 2023
Two months before his retirement, the Godfather of Metal expressed his desire to make a comeback with a live stage performance despite his health problems. Speaking to Metal Hammer Magazine according to the New York Post, he admitted to missing the buzz of performing live while adding that “doing live shows” is what he lives for.
Osbourne further mentioned that although he had to cancel his 2023 European tour, he was determined to return to the stage with the Power Trip festival. Given her determination, she believes she needs to do more shows and doesn’t mind being moved around in a wheelchair.
The father of five also stated, “I mean, you can’t retire from the game. It’s not work; it’s af–king passion. I don’t know what else to do.”
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Back in February, Osbourne took a final bow from performing on stages around the world in early February, using a lengthy statement, apologizing on Instagram to her millions of followers. He highlighted his spinal injury in the message, explaining that although his singing voice is good, he is still physically weak after a series of medical procedures.
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The rock star would never have imagined his touring days would end this way but he assured fans that his team were working on how he would perform without traveling.
“The Osbournes” star then ended by thanking her loved ones and fans for their “endless dedication, loyalty and support and for giving me a life I never dreamed of.”
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