social media post, external<\/a> he announced “somewhat sadly” that he more frequently needed to use a wheelchair “mostly in airports or public events”. <\/p>\n“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,” he said. <\/p>\n
The 78-year-old from Birmingham is a founding member of the band, formed in the 1960s, alongside the late Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler.<\/p>\n
Under the title “something new to let you know about” he shared a photograph of himself smiling while sitting in a wheelchair. <\/p>\n
In the post addressed to “friends, fans, families and people I’ve not met yet” he explained he started using the aid about 18 months ago. <\/p>\n