Ozzy Osbourne made his Comic-Con International debut at this year's edition, which took place last Friday, the 22nd, in San Diego, California. Osbourne and Todd McFarlane revealed during the event the artwork for a limited edition comic book that is expected to be inspired by the musician's new album, Patient Number 9.
During the event, Osbourne participated in a press conference where Matt Cohen , a journalist from Entertainment Tonight , asked the Prince of Darkness about his current health.
Osbourne underwent surgery on June 13th which, according to Sharon , his wife and manager, would "determine the rest of his life ." Days after the surgery, Ozzy took to social media to let fans know he was doing well and recovering.
“It’s great, it’s great,” Osbourne said about his health. “I like seeing people, you know. That’s been a really hard thing for me these last three years and with this surgery. But I’ll get there. It’s a very slow climb, you know?”
According to Loudwire , the surgery in question involved the removal and realignment of pins that Osbourne has in his neck and back after suffering a fall in 2019. In an interview with Classic Rock , the musician had already mentioned that he would undergo neck surgery because he was unable to "walk properly."
Patient Number 9, last Friday. The song, "Degradation Rules ," features his friend and Black Sabbath bandmate, Tony Iommi. The album's title track, featuring Beck, was released at the end of June.
Patient Number 9 will feature, in addition to Tony Iommi, Chad Smith and Zakk Wylde , and Andrew Watt on production. The album will be released on September 9th.
