Hayley Williams Pays Tribute to Ex-Husband Chad Gilbert Following Death
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Hayley Williams paid tribute to her former husband, New Found Glory guitarist Chad Gilbert, who passed away on Sunday, expressing gratitude for his impact on the music scene despite their estranged relationship.
- Williams acknowledged the complexity of their relationship, which began in 2008, led to marriage in 2016, and ended in divorce in 2017, describing Gilbert as a "legend" whose passion and influence shaped their shared musical community.
- In her Instagram tribute, Williams highlighted Gilbert's role in fostering the hardcore music culture and expressed sympathy to his family, bandmates, and friends.
- The couple's 2017 joint statement on their separation emphasized the challenges of love and relationships, underscoring the importance of hope even when outcomes differ from expectations.
