# Black Sabbath legacy and Ozzy Osbourne death > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/black-sabbath-legacy-and-ozzy-osbourne-death > Updated: 2026-09-12T11:51:24.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2. Tony Iommi has provided insights into the final years and legacy of Black Sabbath. He revealed that he declined a proposal from producer Andrew Watt in the early 2020s to record a final studio album with the original lineup, citing concerns that another release was unnecessary and noting that the producer was unfamiliar with the band’s original working dynamics. Regarding the band’s final public appearances, plans were established for a ‘Back To The Beginning’ tribute event at Villa Park in Birmingham on July 5, 2025. Iommi expressed concerns that a full performance might be too taxing for Ozzy Osbourne’s health, suggesting the band might only appear to offer thanks. Following Osbourne’s death in July 2025 at age 76, Iommi shared details of their final conversation. He noted that Osbourne expressed feeling ‘tired and really worn out’ during a call the night before he passed. Iommi remarked that while Osbourne was pleased with the success of the Birmingham tribute event, seeing him in such a weakened state was difficult. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-12: Tony Iommi reveals declined Black Sabbath reunion album Tony Iommi revealed he turned down a final Black Sabbath studio album with the original lineup and expressed health concerns regarding Ozzy Osbourne ahead of a planned 2025 tribute event in Birmingham. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tony-iommi-reveals-declined-black-sabbath-reunion-album ### 2026-09-03: Tony Iommi recalls final conversation with Ozzy Osbourne Tony Iommi recalls his final phone call with Ozzy Osbourne, who expressed feeling ‘tired and worn out’ the night before his death in July 2025. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tony-iommi-discusses-health-remission-and-ozzy-osbourne --- Cite as: Black Sabbath legacy and Ozzy Osbourne death. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/black-sabbath-legacy-and-ozzy-osbourne-death