New Found Glory's Chad Gilbert Dead At 45
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Key Points:
- Chad Gilbert, founding member and lead guitarist of New Found Glory, has died at the age of 45 after battling cancer, passing away peacefully in his sleep on September 20th.
- Gilbert had undergone emergency brain surgery in March due to three tumors and was diagnosed with stage 4 adrenocortical carcinoma, a progression from metastatic pheochromocytoma.
- His wife Lisa Cimorelli and the band released a statement highlighting his legacy as a musician, husband, and father, noting his impact on New Found Glory over nearly three decades.
- Gilbert formed New Found Glory in 1997 and contributed significantly to the band’s success through more than a dozen albums, extensive touring, and his work as a producer and solo artist.
- He is survived by his wife Lisa, daughter Lily, mother Jackie, and brother Brian, with his influence and spirit expected to remain integral to New Found Glory’s future.
