Brad Arnold, founder and lead vocalist of American rock band 3 Doors Down, passed away on Saturday, nine months after revealing that he had kidney cancer, the group said on Sunday. Taking to Instagram, the band shared a joint statement, penning an emotional tribute to Arnold. “With heavy hearts, we share the news that Brad Arnold, founder, lead singer, and songwriter of 3 Doors Down, passed away on Saturday, February 7th, at the age of 47,” they wrote. ADVERTISEMENT“With his beloved wife Jennifer and his family by his side, he passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, in his sleep after his courageous battle with cancer,” the note further reads. Formed in 1996 in Escatawpa, Mississippi, 3 Doors Down rose to fame in 2000 after the release of the song Kryptonite, written by Arnold.

Source: The Telegraph February 08, 2026 06:47 UTC