The display coincides with the anniversary of the Back to the Beginning concert on 5 July.

The throne used by Ozzy Osbourne during his final live performance is to go on public display in Birmingham as fans prepare to mark the first anniversary of the rock legend's death. The black Gothic-style throne, last seen at Black Sabbath's farewell concert at Villa Park in July 2025, will become part of the Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero exhibition at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery from 1 July. The display coincides with the anniversary of the Back to the Beginning concert on 5 July and comes ahead of the first anniversary of Osbourne's death on 22 July. Originally created for the singer's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2024, the throne became a defining image of his final appearance on stage. Featuring bat wing motifs and references to Osbourne's career, it has become closely associated with the heavy metal star's farewell performance in his home city. The throne will join a collection of personal memorabilia, photographs and awards celebrating the life and career of the Birmingham-born musician. The exhibition traces Osbourne's journey from his childhood in Aston to becoming one of the world's most influential rock stars. Organisers said more than 640,000 people had visited the exhibition since it opened in June 2025. Due to its popularity, it has been extended twice and will now run until 27 September 2026.