The planned BBC documentary "Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home" found itself shrouded in mystery after being abruptly pulled from schedules just hours before its intended air date on Monday, August 18. Described as an intimate and moving film, the documentary was set to chronicle the final three years of the legendary rock icon's life, including his and Sharon Osbourne's long-anticipated return home to the UK after 25 years in Los Angeles.

Tragically, the BBC One docuseries, which also featured his wife Sharon and children Kelly and Jack, was never fully completed, as Ozzy Osbourne passed away at the age of 76 on July 22. His death occurred just weeks after he took to the stage one final time at Villa Park in Birmingham, a performance central to the film's narrative. The BBC has since stated that the film has "moved in the schedules" and "new premiere details will be shared in due course," offering no immediate explanation for its last-minute postponement and replacement by "Fake or Fortune."

The documentary aimed to capture Ozzy's preparation for his ultimate farewell gig and the family's challenging relocation to England. This project evolved significantly over time; initially pitched in 2002 as a reality series titled "Home to Roost," it transformed as Osbourne's health deteriorated due to Parkinson's disease and a series of complex neck and spine surgeries. Sources revealed that the filming was "on and off again so many times, mainly because of Ozzy’s health," despite the family delaying their move for nearly two years due to his condition.

Despite being in "constant pain" and requiring round-the-clock nursing, Ozzy's determination to perform one last time for his fans was unwavering. His doctors finally cleared him to travel to the UK for the concert, and he underwent singing lessons "almost every day" to prepare. His motivation stemmed from a deep desire to thank the fans who had given him and Sharon an extraordinary life. Even with his ailments, he remained sharp-witted and jovial.

The Sun was present to witness this historic "final show-stopping spectacular" at Villa Park. Ozzy, deeply emotional, confessed to the crowd, "I don’t know what to say, man, I’ve been laid up for like six years... You have no idea how I feel – thank you from the bottom of my heart. You're all f***ing special. Let's go crazy, come on." He opened his set with an electrifying "Let the madness begin!" and later expressed his profound joy at being on stage, telling fans, "I f***ing love you all. You are the best, each and every one of you. God bless you all."

During his solo set, Ozzy performed five songs, with fans waving torches during "Mama, I'm Coming Home." He concluded with "Crazy Train" amidst a confetti shower. After a brief intermission, he rejoined Black Sabbath for the first time in 20 years, performing their greatest hits and ending with "Paranoid." In his final interview, Ozzy described this "final encore" as meaning "everything," a chance to thank his fans and return to his roots in Birmingham, recalling childhood memories of watching football at Aston Villa stadium.

The film was intended to portray the strength of Ozzy and Sharon's love and their children's devotion, alongside the family's acceptance of Ozzy's declining health. Executive producers Ben Wicks and Colin Barr described it as an "inspiring and poignant" account, highlighting Ozzy's mischief, honesty, and intense love for his exceptional family. Kelly Osbourne even revealed her engagement to Sid Wilson backstage at her father's final Black Sabbath gig, adding another bittersweet layer to the family's pivotal moments during this period. Kelly's poignant comment, "Iron man wasn’t really made of iron," underscored the reality of his struggle. The documentary aimed to bring comfort and joy to Ozzy's fans as they remember and celebrate his extraordinary life.