Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward, 78, shares heartbreaking mobility update after revealing he is mostly confined to a wheelchair

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Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward, 78, shares heartbreaking mobility update after revealing he is mostly confined to a wheelchair.

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Bill Ward, the legendary Black Sabbath drummer, has disclosed he relies primarily on a wheelchair for mobility, although he remains adamant his musical career is far from over.The 78-year-old Birmingham-born musician posted a candid message to social media today, addressing "friends, fans, families and people I've not met yet"."I can still walk, let there be no doubt, but I can't walk very far without needing to rest, meaning I need to sit down," Mr Ward wrote.The co-founder of the pioneering heavy metal group was keen to dispel any concerns about his future.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say "I'm not in retirement or ill or giving up," he stated, adding defiantly: "I'll keep rocking until I'm dead."Mr Ward revealed he first began using the wheelchair approximately 18 months ago, primarily when navigating airports.The drummer, who turned 78 on May 5th, reflected on his past as an avid walker who had trekked through numerous countries around the world.Despite his mobility challenges,...

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A: Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward, 78, shares heartbreaking mobility update after revealing he is mostly confined to a wheelchair.

B: Bill Ward, the legendary Black Sabbath drummer, has disclosed he relies primarily on a wheelchair for mobility, although he remains adamant his musical career is far from over.The 78-year-old Birmingham-born musician posted a candid message to social media today, addressing "friends, fans, families and people I've not met yet"."I can still walk, let there be no doubt, but I can't walk very far without needing to rest, meaning I need to sit down," Mr Ward wrote.The co-founder of the pioneering heavy metal group was keen to dispel any concerns about his future.