Ozzy Osbourne

Geezer Butler says the bandmates have discussed the idea.

Black Sabbath's move hit Osbourne "like a ton of bricks."

In between all the talking, there was some rocking.

Jack Black ushers in Prince of Darkness, who accepted the award seated on a throne.

Rock's biggest stars turn up for the big event - and they all got to hug Flavor Flav.

Prince of Darkness wasn't familiar with the word when he began recording Black Sabbath's classic tune.

Guitarist says he could “only dodge so many bullets” during late-night attack.

Journey's Neal Schon and Poison's Bret Michaels are among the other rockers expressing well wishes.

Drummer Alex Van Halen explains what could have been.

Guitarist got home to eviction notice from family apartment, and temporarily lost his gig with Dokken in 1982.