Ozzy Osbourne cancels UK and Ireland tour with heartbreaking statement

OZZY Osbourne has announced he’s cancelling his upcoming UK and European tour after a recent operation has meant he’s “not physically capable”.

The 74-year-old metal music icon has had a series of nasty injuries over the past few years, including a spinal injury after falling down the stairs of his home in 2019.

Ozzy Osbourne has been forced to cancel his upcoming tour due to ill healthCredit: Getty Images for iHeartMedia

Unfortunately, after a series of corrective operations, he’s had to put all appearances and performances on hold indefinitely so he has time to recover.

Announcing the news on Instagram, Osbourne wrote in a statement: “This is probably one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to share with my loyal fans. As you may know, four years ago, this month, I had a major accident, where I damaged my spine.

“My one and only purpose during this time has been to get back on stage. My singing voice is fine. However, after three operations, stem cell treatments, endless physical therapy sessions, and most recently groundbreaking Cybernics (HAL) Treatment, my body is still physically weak.

“I am honestly humbled by the way you’ve all patiently held onto your tickets for all this time, but in all good conscience, I have now come to the realisation that I’m not physically capable of doing my upcoming European/ UK tour dates, as I know I couldn’t deal with the travel required. Believe me when I say that the thought of disappointing my fans really F***S ME UP, more than you will ever know.

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“Never would I have imagined my touring days would have ended this way. My team is currently coming up with ideas for where I will be able to perform without having to travel from city to city and country to country.

“I want to thank my family…. my band…. my crew…. my longtime friends, Judas Priest, and of course my fans for their endless dedication, loyalty, and support, and for giving me the life that I never dreamed that I would have.

“I love you all…”

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