Bill Ward, the 78-year-old drummer of Black Sabbath, says he is now mostly confined to a wheelchair and shares that he uses the mobility device for getting around. Multiple outlets report that Ward posted a photo of himself in a wheelchair and accompanied it with a message to fans emphasizing that he is not retiring or “giving up.” BBC Entertainment reports Ward says he has been using a wheelchair for about 18 months. Other coverage describes the change as recent and links it to public attention a year after Ozzy Osbourne’s death, though Ward’s own statements focus on mobility rather than a specific cause. Several sources also quote or paraphrase Ward describing that he can still walk short distances and that he remains a drummer. Rolling Stone and Billboard characterize his tone as reassuring, with Ward presenting the wheelchair use as part of his day-to-day life, including travel through airports and longer distances. Overall, the reports agree that Ward is using a wheelchair due to mobility issues and stresses he plans to continue performing where possible.