Sam Rivers, founding bassist of Limp Bizkit, has died at age 48. The band confirmed the news on Oct. 18, calling him “the pulse beneath every song” and “a once-in-a-lifetime kind of human.”
Rivers was part of Limp Bizkit’s original lineup and played on all major releases, including Significant Other and Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water.
He passed away just weeks after wrapping the band’s 2025 tour.
Limp Bizkit’s statement: • In Loving Memory of Our Brother, Sam Rivers
Today we lost our brother.
Our bandmate.
Our heartbeat.
Sam Rivers wasn't just our bass player — he was pure magic.
The pulse beneath every song, the calm in the chaos, the soul in the sound.
From the first note we ever played together, Sam brought a light and a rhythm that could never be replaced. His talent was effortless, his presence unforgettable, his heart enormous.
We shared so many moments - wild ones, quiet ones, beautiful ones — and every one of them meant more because Sam was there.
He was a once-in-a-lifetime kind of human.
A true legend of legends.
And his spirit will live forever in every groove, every stage, every memory.
We love you, Sam.
We'll carry you with us, always.
Rest easy, brother.
Your music never ends.
- Fred, Wes, John & DJ Lethal
Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist for KISS, has died at age 74.
According to TMZ, Frehley passed away peacefully in Morristown, New Jersey, surrounded by family. He had reportedly been on life support following a brain bleed sustained during a fall at home.
In a statement, his loved ones said: “We are completely devastated and heartbroken. In his last moments, we were fortunate enough to have been able to surround him with loving, caring, peaceful words, thoughts, prayers and intentions as he left this earth. We cherish all of his finest memories, his laughter, and celebrate his strengths and kindness that he bestowed upon others. The magnitude of his passing is of epic proportions and beyond comprehension. Reflecting on all of his incredible life achievements, Ace’s memory will continue to live on forever!”
Rest in peace, Ace.🖤
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We are deeply saddened to report that the legendary Prince Of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne, has passed away at the age of 76
In a statement, his family said "It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love."
At his farewell performance in Birmingham earlier this month, he told the cheering crowd simply “Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
For us and all metal fans around the world that day, the feeling was mutual.
RIP to a one of a kind legend. And thank you.