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Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down Frontman and Founder, Dies at 47

The band said he passed in his sleep after a public battle with stage 4 kidney cancer.

Overview

  • 3 Doors Down announced on Feb. 7 that Arnold died peacefully with his wife, Jennifer Sanderford, and family at his side.
  • Arnold disclosed in May 2025 that he had stage 4 clear cell renal cell carcinoma that had metastasized to his lung.
  • The diagnosis prompted the cancellation of all 2025 tour dates, including festival appearances and shows with Creed, Nickelback and Daughtry.
  • As the band’s founder, lead singer and original drummer, he wrote “Kryptonite” at 15 and helped power multiple platinum releases.
  • The band’s statement honored his kindness and faith, thanked fans for their support, and requested privacy for his family.