We’ve woken up to heartbreaking news..
Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington has been found dead in his Los Angeles Palos Verdes home. He hung himself and was 41.
The singer has struggled with drugs and alcohol for years, and in the past, he mentioned that he had considered committing suicide over abuse as a child by an older male.
He once also revealed that he started smoking pot after his parents divorced when he was 11, which then transitioned to cocaine and methamphetamine use.
Shocked and heartbroken, but it’s true. An official statement will come out as soon as we have one.
— Mike Shinoda (@mikeshinoda) July 20, 2017
His death was also confirmed by hand mate Mike Shinoda in a tweet saying, “Shocked and heartbroken, but it’s true. An official statement will come out as soon as we have one.”
Shockingly, Bennington’s close friend Chris Cornell, who also committed suicide by hanging this May, would have turned 53 today.
Hours before his death, Linkin Park even uploaded what we assume is the last music video from the band of the song “Talking To Myself”.
Bennington recently performed Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” at Cornell’s memorial service.
Together as a band, Linkin Park has sold 10 million copies of their debut album Hybrid Theory, and another 4 million with Meteora. They are famed for their hits “Faint”, “In the End”, “Crawling” and “Numb/Encore” with Jay-Z, amongst others.
Linkin Park’s latest album One More Light was released in May and the band was supposed to kick off a U.S. tour next week, beginning in Boston.
Bennington is survived by his second wife Talinda and six children. RIP, our condolences go out to his family..
Tributes have been pouring in ever since:
Chester was one of the kindest men I’ve had on my show. My heart breaks for his family and friends. He will be missed terribly.
— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) July 20, 2017
Chester it was truly a pleasure, thank you for sharing your greatness… #RIP #LinkinPark 🙏🏿
— King Push (@PUSHA_T) July 20, 2017
Shocked about the news of Chester Bennington’s death. I have played shows with him recently..I will miss him & his great talent very much.
— Billy Idol (@BillyIdol) July 20, 2017
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Chester Bennington’s family, friends, collaborators, and all who have been impacted by his work. pic.twitter.com/pXpnWadqrd
— Recording Academy (@RecordingAcad) July 20, 2017
Oh dear God. Massive R.I.P to Chester Bennington of @linkinpark this BREAKS OUR HEART. Suicide is the devil on earth walking amongst us 😞
— OneRepublic (@OneRepublic) July 20, 2017
“When life leaves us blind, love keeps us kind.” – Chester Bennington. Rest easy sir. pic.twitter.com/RLhmf0UR0B
— Nickelback (@Nickelback) July 20, 2017
So sorry to hear the news about Chester Bennington. Sending so much luv, strength & light to his family, kids & @linkinpark ohana.
— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) July 20, 2017
The news about Chester Bennington is devastating. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and @linkinpark. Such a tragic loss
— Ryan Seacrest (@RyanSeacrest) July 20, 2017
no words. so heartbroken. RIP Chester Bennington.
— Imagine Dragons (@Imaginedragons) July 20, 2017
Gracious, kind & humble. A rare combination in Rock & Roll. Deeply saddened… pic.twitter.com/cVtNEzrjHD
— Lars Ulrich (@larsulrich) July 20, 2017
