Hed become a father for the first time at age 20, and first got married in 1996. We hope to challenge issues which have captured the publics imagination, from JFK and UFOs to 9/11. [108] Writing for Billboard, Dan Weiss stated that Bennington "turned nu-metal universal," as he was "clearly an important conduit for his far-ranging audience". As soon as the article was posted, it was retracted from the backlash. [57][58], In 2011, Bennington fell ill again, and Linkin Park was forced to cancel three shows and reschedule two from the A Thousand Suns World Tour. He worked with addiction and mental health issues later in life. ** Chester Benningtons father was very different from that his famous son. Chester Bennington was an American singer and songwriter best known as the frontman for the rock band Linkin Park. I was getting beaten up and being forced to do things I didnt want to do, he once said. [82], Bennington filmed an episode of Carpool Karaoke six days before his death. [42] He married his first wife, Samantha Marie Olit, on October 31, 1996. In addition to the Linkin Park tour, he was planning a reunion with his pre-fame grunge band, Grey Daze, for September. Mike Shinoda stated in April 2022 that the band has no plans of recording a new album or touring. When I found out, I was at a museum, and I just bawled my eyes out, said 19-year-old Briana Yah-Diaz. During the 60th Annual Grammy Awards's annual in memoriam tribute, rapper Logic performed the song "1-800-273-8255" live alongside Alessia Cara and Khalid as a tribute to both Cornell and Bennington. February 13, 2019 | 10:39am ET. He was born in Arizona and his father was a police Detective who worked against childhood sexual abuse. [44], In 2006, he married Talinda Ann Bentley, a former Playboy model with whom he had three children: Tyler Lee Bennington (born March 16, 2006) and twins Lily and Lila (born November 9, 2011). Zodiac Sign: Taurus. [85] Some of his former bandmates from Dead by Sunrise and Grey Daze united to perform a tribute for Bennington during a concert on September 2 in Las Vegas. Chester Bennington Laid to Rest as Fans Organize Memorials, Shuck believes Bennington had a couple of drinks just before his death. The 100 Best Albums of 2022. I have a great band for you," he said. The experience led Bennington to explore drugs and alcohol. Chester Bennington's mother's name was Susan Elaine Johnson, who was an Owner and principal by profession. **The conspiracy subreddit is a thinking ground. He was 41. He was married three times and had six children, including Chester Bennington. I'm purely speculating here so don't attack me, but the timeline matches just as much as their faces do. He was the father of Chester Bennington, the lead singer of the band Linkin Park who committed suicide in 2017. Chester was born in 1976, John Podesta's political career started in 1972, '76 was an election year and his wiki states that he worked on George McGovern's unsuccessful campaign, so he likely would have been campaigning around the US the prior year. Bennington also made a surprise guest appearance during Z-Trip's performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in 2005. [63] In 2011, he said he had quit drinking, noting: "I just don't want to be that person anymore. You helped me understand that.. On July 20, 2017, he was found dead at his home in Palos Verdes Estates, California; the coroner concluded that he had died as a result of suicide by hanging. [98][99][100] His vocals showed tremendous durability for the entirety of his career. Ever. Lee passed away in 2013, just a few years before Chester tragically took his own life. Tyler is a singer and songwriter best known as the frontman for the rock band Xero. However, the photos I used to compare Podesta and Bennington are only of Podesta as an old man. Cornell, the 52-year-old former Audioslave singer, died on May 17 at age 52 by suicide. Its the angel and the demon, sitting on both shoulders. Nothing., At home, Bennington found solace in his six kids. Chester Bennington's Kids: Six Bereaved Children Lost Their Father. Tyler Lee Bennington, Chester Bennington's son together with his ex-wife Talinda Ann Bentley was born on 16th of March 2006. The singer, 41, had been on vacation in Arizona with his wife, Talinda, and his family, but came home alone, saying he needed to work. . [114], James Hingle echoed this sentiment, writing for Kerrang! "I started getting molested when I was about seven or eight, says Bennington, now. [59] He injured his shoulder during the band's tour in Asia and was advised by doctors to have immediate surgery, canceling their final show at Pensacola Beach, Florida, and ending their tour. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Id drink so much that Id shit my pants, he once said. He could be funny in a juvenile way one minute (he was a fan of scatological humor) and deeply sensitive the next: Shuck recalls Bennington kicking himself endlessly after making a joke about lung cancer onstage. **Our intentions are aimed towards a fairer, more transparent world and a better future for everyone. As the news was reported by outlets like the Twitter account of Associated Press, Bennington's Linkin Park co-vocalist Mike Shinoda soon confirmed the situation. Date of Birth: November 8, 1997. If you or anyone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) . July 20, 2017 Chester Bennington, the ferocious lead singer for the platinum-selling hard rock band Linkin Park, was found dead in his home near Los Angeles on Thursday. 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My name is Chester, Bennington told the mourners gathered there. Podesta's genes are very dominant in Bennington. [91], Producer Markus Schulz made a trance remix of the Linkin Park song "In the End" as tribute to Bennington after his death which he debuted at Tomorrowland. I walk in and its just jam-packed with the biggest family youve ever seen, he says. [53], Bennington was plagued with poor health during the making of Meteora, and struggled to attend some of the album's recording sessions. Mr. Bennington's death strikes more. Bennington took an interest in music at a young age, citing the bands Depeche Mode and Stone Temple Pilots as his earliest inspirations, and dreamed of becoming a member of Stone Temple Pilots, which he . But that song is about taking responsibility for your actions. We dont know how much, but it doesnt take much when youre that advanced an alcoholic and an addict and youre battling to the extent he described to me. Police have reportedly launched a murder investigation into Chester Bennington's death with insiders believing it is "extremely likely" the Linkin Park frontman was killed in eerily similar circumstances to his close friend Chris Cornell. He and Chris Cornell were trying to expose child trafficking in their industry. [26] Billboard ranked Linkin Park No. His worth is surely his children live a comfortable and easy life. Chester Bennington's name is closely connected with a significant epoch of international rock music; he was the legendary soloist of Linkin Park, a talented musician, and a charismatic person. It wasn't until years later that Bennington revealed. In addition to his family members and close friends, many musicians who toured or played with Linkin Park also attended. Bot8556 2 yr. ago. [76], On May 26, 2017, a week after his Kimmel performance, Bennington sang Leonard Cohen's song "Hallelujah" at Cornell's funeral in Los Angeles. Gregg DeGuire/WireImage. I grew up listening to these guys. Yeah, all those coincidences just come true, right You should be ashamed at being such a sheep. TMZ reported that Bennington was found hanged, much like Cornell who was found hanged by an exercise resistance band. Chester Bennington was born on March 20 th, 1976 in Phoenix Arizona. She claimed he was perfectly fine. His parents divorced when he was 11 years old. Linkin Park, as a band, is also connected to the Clinton's when Mike Shinoda had overestimated the funds for a Haitian recycling project. Chester Bennington, the lead singer for Linkin Park, died tragically of suicide today. This is a forum for free thinking, not hate speech. Thank you, Lee. Warner Bros. Records, "The Making of Meteora" (2003) [DVD]; released on March 25, 2003. [43] They had one child together, Draven Sebastian (born April 19, 2002). Lee Russell Bennington was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on March 05, 1942. 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