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Ozzy Osbourne's Bat Bite: A Shocking Concert Memory

7/4/2025

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Rudy Sarzo, former bassist for Ozzy Osbourne, reminisced about the shocking 1982 concert in Des Moines when Ozzy infamously bit a bat. Following the incident, Sharon Osbourne disclosed that he required rabies shots, which he endured for three grueling weeks. After a legendary career, Ozzy is set to retire from touring, with his final concert on July 5.

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Rudy Sarzo, former bassist for Ozzy Osbourne, reminisced about the shocking 1982 concert in Des Moines when Ozzy infamously bit a bat. Following the incident, Sharon Osbourne disclosed that he required rabies shots, which he endured for three grueling weeks. After a legendary career, Ozzy is set to retire from touring, with his final concert on July 5.