BBC Pulls Ozzy Osbourne Documentary Amid Family Concerns
Just hours before its scheduled broadcast, the BBC abruptly removed its documentary Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home from BBC One and iPlayer, reportedly due to unease expressed by Osbourne’s family.
The film, which was intended as a heartfelt tribute following the legendary rocker’s death at age 76 in July, was set to explore Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne’s return to the UK after over 20 years in Los Angeles. It was replaced last-minute by Fake or Fortune at 9pm on Monday, August 18.
According to The Sun, BBC insiders revealed that the decision stemmed from concerns about the documentary’s tone and how it might be received by the family. Originally conceived as a ten-part series titled Home to Roost, the project was condensed into a single film after Ozzy’s passing.
Sources suggest the BBC may have rushed the release to beat a competing documentary from Paramount+, raising tensions with the Osbourne family. The film included one of Ozzy and Sharon’s final joint interviews and chronicled his preparation for a farewell concert in Birmingham—just 17 days before his death.
Despite battling Parkinson’s disease and enduring constant pain, Ozzy was determined to perform one last time for his fans. He underwent daily vocal training and was supported by medical staff around the clock.
A BBC spokesperson confirmed the documentary has been rescheduled, with new air dates to be announced.
