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Zak Starkey Reflects on Missed Black Sabbath Opportunity

7/29/2025

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Zak Starkey, Ringo Starr's son, shared his bittersweet revelation of being invited to drum for Black Sabbath on their 2013 album "13." With a mix of humor and regret, he recalled Sharon Osbourne's playful note about Ozzy. Ultimately, Brad Wilk stepped in, while Starkey battled a tendon issue that kept him from seizing the moment.

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Zak Starkey, Ringo Starr's son, shared his bittersweet revelation of being invited to drum for Black Sabbath on their 2013 album "13." With a mix of humor and regret, he recalled Sharon Osbourne's playful note about Ozzy. Ultimately, Brad Wilk stepped in, while Starkey battled a tendon issue that kept him from seizing the moment.