New Found Glory Honors Late Guitarist Chad Gilbert During EPCOT Set
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Key Points:
- New Found Glory performed live at EPCOT for the first time since the death of their guitarist and founding member Chad Gilbert, with lead singer Jordan Pundik paying tribute to him during the show.
- Jordan emphasized that Chad's spirit remained present through the band's music, memories, and on stage, encouraging the audience to celebrate Chad's life by enjoying the concert.
- The band honored Chad's love for Disney by displaying his Mickey Mouse guitar on stage, highlighting his passion for the theme park.
- Chad Gilbert passed away peacefully on September 20 at age 45, surrounded by loved ones after undergoing brain surgery earlier in the year to remove three tumors.
