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Canberra Times
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Canberra Times
The property empire that Ozzy Osbourne and wife Sharon built for their family
Top celebrity stories of 2025 so far It's the news heavy metal fans never wanted to hear - Black Sabbath front-man and solo star Ozzy Osbourne has died aged 76. The death of "The Prince of Darkness" prompted an outpouring of grief from fans and the music industry's biggest names. Osbourne's death comes just weeks after he performed with metal pioneers Black Sabbath for the last time at a star-studded charity benefit show titled "Back to the Beginning" at the Villa Park stadium in Birmingham. Read more: Home is where the heart is: Parkway Drive drummer lists lavish Byron Bay property. Black Sabbath front-man and solo star Ozzy Osbourne has died aged 76. Picture: Getty That performance followed Osbourne leaving his long-time residence in the US and permanently relocating back to England with his wife and manager, TV personality Sharon. In 2020, Osbourne revealed he had Parkinson's disease after suffering a fall. After some delays, reports indicated the couple managed to officially leave America not long before Ozzy's death. Ozzy and Sharon shared three adult children, Aimee, Kelly and Jack, and five grandchildren. Ozzy also had two children from his first marriage. Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne. Picture: Getty Property history The couple purchased Welders House in Buckinghamshire more than 30 years ago. The estate is located in the parish of Chalfont St Peter, once named as one of the most expensive places to live in the UK. In 2022, it was revealed that the Osbournes planned to build a "rehabilitation wing" extension to the country estate as Ozzy battled Parkinson's. In the late 1990s, Ozzy and Sharon paid $US4 million for a Beverly Hills mansion that would later be featured in the popular reality TV show The Osbournes. They sold the property to pop star Christina Aguilera in 2013 for $11.5 million. In 2012, Ozzy and Sharon sold an oceanfront beach mansion in Malibu for about $8 million. Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne's mansion in Los Angeles' Hancock Park. Picture: Getty The Osbournes own a Hancock Park, Los Angeles estate, which was listed for $18 million before having its price reduced to $17.5 million and eventually being withdrawn from the market. Originally bought by the Osbournes in 2012 for a reported $12 million, the home is 11,565 square feet with seven bedrooms and 11 bathrooms. Meanwhile, in 2024, it was reported that the Osbournes were seeking a tenant for their West Hollywood, California apartment. They were asking $9500 monthly rent for the one-bedroom, two-bathroom unit in a high-rise building. The Osbournes' two-bedroom condo is in Los Angeles Sierra Towers building. Picture: Also, in 2024, the Osbournes re-listed their two-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom condo in the sought-after Sierra Towers in Los Angeles. It was initially listed in May 2023 with an asking price of US $4.795 million. Its asking price later dropped by $300,000. Last October, it was reported that the couple had finally sold the property for $4.35 million. Offering 2300 square feet of living space, the property features a large primary suite with an en suite bathroom and a large walk-in closet. The Osbournes bought the home in 2014 for $4 million.
7NEWS
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Home is where the heart is: Parkway Drive drummer lists lavish Byron Bay property
Loading content... More than two decades of playing heavy music has certainly paid off for Parkway Drive drummer Ben Gordon, who has re-listed his lavish Byron Bay home. The four-bedroom, three-bathroom house has a price guide of $9 million to $9.9 million. ARIA Award-winning Byron Bay products Parkway Drive are Australia's biggest heavy metal export, headlining major festivals both at home and overseas. In 2020, Parkway Drive were listed at No. 32 in Rolling Stone Australia's 50 Greatest Australian Artists of All Time issue. Set on 660 square metres, the home also features a basement-level gym and a separate home office. According to Cotality records, Gordon bought the home in 2019 for $2.45 million. Records show there were later development applications lodged for an extension/alteration and a swimming pool/spa. Cotality records show the property was previously listed for sale in March 2023 with an asking price of more than $10 million, and spent 43 days on the market. Records also show it was most recently listed for rent at $4000 per week in June 2023. The marketing describes the property as "undoubtedly one of Byron Bay's finest offerings", and it also includes expansive outdoor spaces, entertainment patios, a sunken fire-pit, a magnesium infinity pool and spa. "Positioned on one of Byron Bay's most exclusive and rarely offered ridgelines, this designer masterpiece captures stunning 180 degree views over Arakwal National Park to the azure of the Pacific Ocean and Broken Head and beyond," the property's marketing states. "The look of this home takes inspiration from the Mediterranean and is well laid out to provide a seamless in/outdoor lifestyle for the entertainer." Expressions of Interest for the property close on July 31. The metalcore act recently announced their own "Park Waves" festival will tour throughout Australia in 2026. The travelling festival, taking in most corners of the Australian mainland throughout February and March, will be headlined by Parkway Drive.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
When Chris Hemsworth Joined Ed Sheeran For Surprise Drum Jam In Romania
Last Updated: Limitless: Live Better Now, directed by Kit Lynch‑Robinson, focuses on Chris Hemsworth's pursuits in strengthening his mind and body through extreme measures. A Chris Hemsworth and Ed Sheeran collaboration was the last thing on fans' bingo cards in 2025. But the moment was as real as it could be. Hemsworth swapped his superhero cape (Thor) for a day to share the stage with the British musician and play drums in front of 70,000 people in Bucharest, Romania, last year. Although the performance, a part of Sheeran's +–=÷× Tour, was easy for the Shape of You singer, it was no ordinary task for the Hollywood star, who was doing it minus any prior experience. The revelation of the unexpected cameo came forward after the trailer of Chris Hemsworth's upcoming docuseries Limitless: Live Better Now was released on July 17. The series, directed by Kit Lynch‑Robinson, focuses on Hemsworth's pursuits in strengthening his mind and body through extreme measures. It offers a peek into how much time and effort Hemsworth spent to get comfortable behind the drum set. One particular scene captures Ed Sheeran walking in a field with Chris Hemsworth and urging the actor, 'You should learn the drums to play a song with me on my stadium tour." Soon, the clip cuts to another rehearsal footage of Hemsworth practising. He trains under the guidance of Ben Gordon, the coach of Australian metalcore band Parkway Drive. Despite Hemsworth admitting that he is 'struggling", he does not give up. Noting Chris Hemsworth's progress, Ed Sheeran tells him, 'I think this actually might be the most difficult thing you do." After a tough battle with mastering the rhythm and coordination, Hemsworth delivers the live performance, drawing loud cheers from the concert-goers. To celebrate his milestone, Sheeran presents the Extraction film star a humorous 'Participation Award for Drumming Excellence' trophy. Limitless, a three-part series, will find Chris Hemsworth undergoing Special Forces training in South Korea and ascending a 600-foot wall in the Swiss Alps. He also worked with cognitive scientists, doctors, and MMA fighters. The actor took these measures to challenge his mental resilience and improve brain health, focus and memory. 'The key to unlocking these benefits for all of us is finding the edge of our comfort zone," he explains in the trailer. Limitless will start streaming on Disney+ and Hulu from August 15. First Published: July 19, 2025, 18:05 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Chris Hemsworth Joins Ed Sheeran On Stage in Bucharest for Limitless Docuseries Challenge, Know What It's About
Chris Hemsworth made a surprising move from superhero to drummer as he performed live with Ed Sheeran in front of 70,000 fans at the National Arena in Bucharest, Romania. The moment is part of Hemsworth's upcoming docuseries Limitless: Live Better Now, which explores physical and mental challenges that promote better health and longevity. The performance took place during Sheeran's +–=÷× Tour and featured Hemsworth playing drums on the hit song Thinking Out Loud. It marked a major shift for the actor, who admitted he had no musical experience before taking on the challenge. A challenge from Ed Sheeran sparks Hemsworth's drumming debut The idea came from Ed Sheeran himself, who dared Hemsworth to perform live during one of his concerts. Hemsworth accepted the challenge and trained intensely under Parkway Drive's drummer, Ben Gordon. Sheeran described the experience as 'possibly the most difficult thing' Hemsworth had ever done. The trailer for the upcoming series shows Chris Hemsworth struggling with rhythm and battling nerves during his drumming practice. Despite his inexperience, Hemsworth delivered a live performance in Bucharest that drew cheers from the crowd. 'Please make some noise for Chris Hemsworth!' Sheeran told the audience before introducing his surprise guest. Here's why Chris Hemsworth took on the drumming challenge The drumming challenge was part of Hemsworth's mission in Limitless: Live Better Now to improve brain health, focus, and memory. Over two years, he traveled across six countries and worked with cognitive scientists, doctors, MMA fighters, and other experts to explore how to live longer and better. 'Making this series has been a life-changing journey,' Hemsworth said. 'I've discovered so much about my own health, resilience and what it really means to live well. I hope this next chapter inspires audiences to step outside their comfort zones and embrace challenges, because the impact it's had on my life has been truly profound.' After the performance, Sheeran gave Hemsworth a humorous 'Participation Award for Drumming Excellence,' a trophy shaped like a hand holding drumsticks. It was a playful nod to their friendship, which once included Hemsworth gifting Sheeran a replica of Thor's hammer, and Sheeran responding with a guitar. Limitless: Live Better Now premieres August 15 on Disney+ and Hulu. It will also air on National Geographic on August 25. The three-part docuseries follows up on 2022's Limitless With Chris Hemsworth and includes other challenges such as ice climbing in the Swiss Alps and training with South Korea's Special Forces.
India Today
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Chris Hemsworth drums live with Ed Sheeran in Bucharest for new docuseries Limitless
Chris Hemsworth swapped his superhero cape for drumsticks as he joined Ed Sheeran on stage in front of 70,000 fans at the National Arena in Bucharest, Romania - marking a dramatic detour from his usual comfort zone. The moment, part of the upcoming docuseries 'Limitless: Live Better Now', captures Hemsworth embracing a bold cognitive challenge designed to push his mental and physical zero musical experience, Hemsworth took up drumming to enhance focus, memory, and brain health - one of several high-stakes experiments in the series. The challenge itself was sparked by Sheeran, who dared the 'Thor' star to perform live with him. Rising to the occasion, Hemsworth trained rigorously under Parkway Drive's drummer, Ben trailer for the upcoming show teases Hemsworth grappling with rhythms and nerves, with Sheeran calling it 'possibly the most difficult thing' Hemsworth has ever done. But when the moment came, Sheeran introduced him to the roaring crowd - 'Please make some noise for Chris Hemsworth!' - before Hemsworth delivered a live rendition on drums during the pop icon's hit Thinking Out Loud. Watch the trailer here: The performance, both nerve-wracking and exhilarating, is a key chapter in Hemsworth's journey through Limitless, which premieres August 15 on OTT platforms and August 25 on National the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos)Post-concert, Sheeran presented Hemsworth with a cheeky 'Participation Award for Drumming Excellence' - a trophy shaped like a hand gripping drumsticks. It was a playful nod to their offbeat bromance, which once saw Hemsworth gift Sheeran a replica of Thor's hammer, Mjolnir, with Sheeran returning the favour by handing over a guitar - an 'instrumental trade-off between two blokes,' as he put it.- EndsMust Watch
