Brad Arnold of 3 Doors Down Dies at 47 After Cancer Battle
Brad Arnold, a founding member and the lead singer of the American rock band 3 Doors Down, died on Saturday at the age of 47 following a battle with cancer. A representative for Arnold, along with the band, confirmed he passed away peacefully, surrounded by his wife and family.
Early Life and Career
Brad Arnold co-founded 3 Doors Down in 1996 in Escatawpa, Mississippi. He initially served as both the original drummer and vocalist for the band, showcasing his early versatility.
Arnold is credited with writing the lyrics for the band's breakout single, “Kryptonite,” which he penned at 15 years old. The song reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the early 2000s, contributing significantly to the band's global prominence. Arnold was also involved in the creation of other notable songs, including "Here Without You" and "It’s Not My Time."
Health Announcement and Tour Cancellation
In May, Arnold publicly announced through a social media video that he had been diagnosed with Stage 4 clear cell renal cell carcinoma, a form of kidney cancer, which had metastasized to his lung.
Following this diagnosis, 3 Doors Down cancelled its scheduled summer tour. In his video message, Arnold requested support, thoughts, and prayers from his fans.
Passing and Tributes
Arnold died on Saturday at 47 years old. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer.
Following his passing, messages of sympathy were shared by fellow musicians, including Chris Daughtry, Creed, and Black Stone Cherry.