Ozzy Osbourne Unveils His Heart Struggles in Posthumous Memoir
In a heart-wrenching revelation, legendary rock icon Ozzy Osbourne has shared the profound challenges he faced with his heart health in his newly released memoir, Last Rites. Tragically, Ozzy's life came to an end on July 22nd, and his passing has been attributed to a heart attack, intertwined with coronary artery disease and aggravated by his battle with Parkinson’s disease.
In the poignant concluding chapter of his memoir, Ozzy courageously details his battle with what he describes as a significant heart ailment. According to coverage by NME, he was diagnosed with an alarming condition: a malfunctioning heart valve that was reportedly 80 percent blocked. This diagnosis adds an unsettling layer to his health narrative, particularly when he recounts how a severe infection, or sepsis, he endured following a previous surgery left him with arrhythmia. He explains this condition in vivid terms, likening it to a drummer struggling to maintain rhythm in a lackluster pub band — an analogy that brings a touch of dark humor to his plight.
Ozzy goes on to candidly describe the complexity of his health situation regarding the treatment for his heart valve. His doctors refrained from performing surgery due to the blood-thinning medications required for managing his Parkinson's. "Discontinuing the blood thinners would pose too much risk," he explained, adding a chilling note: "Meanwhile, these thinners mean if I were to fall, I'd bleed out in about five seconds." Reflecting on the trials of aging, he lamented, "I’ve honestly lost count of the ways in which getting old sucks."
Last Rites is set to be available for purchase this Tuesday through Grand Central Publishing, a branch of Hachette Book Group. You can secure your copy here.
In conjunction with the memoir, a compelling docuseries titled Ozzy Osbourne: No Escape from Now will also debut on Paramount+, chronicling the final chapter of Ozzy’s life. Mark your calendars, as this series is also expected to premiere on Tuesday.
As we reflect on Ozzy's brave candor about his health struggles, it raises intriguing questions: How do we view the realities of aging and health challenges among our idols? Is there a stigma in acknowledging these vulnerabilities in the rock star lifestyle? We'd love to hear your thoughts! Share your perspectives in the comments.
