Brad Arnold, lead singer of 3 Doors Down, passed away on February 7 at the age of 47 after a battle with cancer.
All of a sudden, there is less energy in the rock music industry. In a post made on X (previously Twitter), 3 Doors Down revealed the death of Brad Arnold, the band's lead singer since the group's founding in 1996, on February 7. His age was 47.
“With his beloved wife Jennifer and his family by his side,” according to the press release, “he passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, in his sleep after his courageous battle with cancer.”
The group, which also consists of Greg Upchurch, Chris Henderson, Chet Roberts, and Justin Biltonen, continued by showcasing Arnold's professional accomplishments and impact on the music business.
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“As a founding member, vocalist and original drummer of 3 Doors Down, Brad helped redefine mainstream rock music,” they added. “His music reverberated far beyond the stage, creating moments of connection, joy, faith and shared experiences that will live on long after the stages he performed on.”
Along with leaving a lasting career reputation, Arnold also had a big influence on his loved ones.
“Those closest to him will remember not only his talent, but his warmth, humility, faith and deep love for his family and friends,” the message stated. “He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.”
When Arnold revealed to his supporters in May that he was fighting a type of kidney cancer, he provided some insight into his health journey.
“I'd been sick a couple of weeks ago and I went to the hospital and got checked out,” he revealed in a video that was then uploaded on 3 Doors Down's Instagram. “[I] got the diagnosis that I had clear cell renal cell carcinoma that had metastasized into my lungs. It’s stage four, and that's not real good.”
However, as he fought the illness, Arnold remained true to his religion in spite of his prognosis.
“We serve a mighty God and He can overcome anything,” he added. “So, I have no fear. I really, sincerely am not scared of it at all.”
