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10-04-2025
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Weezer's Coachella Set Will Go Ahead — ‘As of Now' — After Shooting Involving Scott Shriner's Wife
Sources tell Variety that Weezer's Coachella performance will go ahead this weekend despite a horrific incident in which Jillian Shriner, wife of the band's longtime bassist Scott Shriner, was shot by the LAPD and arrested Tuesday on suspicion of attempted murder during a search for a hit-and-run suspect. One source cautioned that the band planned to perform 'as of now,' as the situation is still unfolding. Jillian Shriner's injury was said to be not life-threatening and she was released from custody on a reported $1 million bond. The news was first reported by TMZ. More from Variety Weezer Bassist Scott Shriner's Wife Shot by Police, Arrested for Attempted Murder Ed Sheeran and Weezer Join Coachella Bill, as Both Weekends' Set Times Are Announced Weezer Brings 'Blue Album,' Aliens and Alt-Rock Bliss to Madison Square Garden The incident took place Tuesday while police were searching a home in the Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles on Tuesday afternoon for a hit-and-run suspect. Officers spotted Jillian Shriner in the yard of her house, located next door, holding a pistol. Police said they asked her to drop the weapon multiple times, but she refused, instead turning it on the officers, per the LAPD's report on the incident. LAPD then opened fire and she was hit in the shoulder. No officers or members of the public were harmed during the incident, according to the LAPD report. After being shot, Jillian Shriner ran inside her home, later reemerging with her babysitter, according to local news reports. She was then taken into custody and brought to a local hospital to be treated for the gunshot wound, which police say was non-life threatening. According to the Associated Press, she later posted $1 million bond and was released from custody. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week What's Coming to Disney+ in April 2025 The Best Celebrity Memoirs to Read This Year: From Chelsea Handler to Anthony Hopkins
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10-04-2025
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Weezer Bassist Scott Shriner's Wife Shot by Police, Arrested for Attempted Murder
Jillian Shriner, the wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, was shot by LAPD and arrested Tuesday for attempted murder during a search for a hit-and-run suspect. While searching a home in the Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles on Tuesday afternoon for a hit-and-run suspect, authorities spotted Jillian Shriner in the front yard of her house, located next door, holding a pistol. Police asked her to drop the weapon multiple times, but she refused, instead turning it on the officers. LAPD then opened fire and she was hit in the shoulder. No officers or members of the public were harmed during the incident, according to the LAPD report. More from Variety Ed Sheeran and Weezer Join Coachella Bill, as Both Weekends' Set Times Are Announced Get Festival Ready With These 15 Fashion Essentials The Best Clear, Stadium-Approved Bags to Snag Ahead of Festival Season After being shot, Jillian Shriner ran inside her home, later reemerging with her babysitter, according to local news reports. She was then taken into custody and brought to a local hospital to be treated for the gunshot wound, which police say was non-life threatening. The LAPD stated Jillian Shriner had nothing to do with the hit-and-run, and she was later booked for attempted murder. A A 9-millimeter handgun was recovered from the Shriners' house, according to LAPD. Los Angeles rock band Weezer, co-founded by Scott Shriner, is set to play at Coachella on April 12 and 19. Reps for Scott Shriner did not respond to Variety's request for comment, and it is unclear if Jillian Shriner's arrest will affect the band's performance at the premiere California music festival. Since their 1994 debut record, 'The Blue Album,' Weezer has earned four Grammy nominations, winning one in 2009 for best music video. Some of their top tracks include songs like 'Buddy Holly,' 'Say It Ain't So,' 'Beverly Hills,' 'Islands in the Sun' and 'Pork and Beans.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week What's Coming to Disney+ in April 2025 The Best Celebrity Memoirs to Read This Year: From Chelsea Handler to Anthony Hopkins
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Weezer Bassist Scott Shriner's Wife Shot by Police, Arrested for Attempted Murder
Jillian Shriner, the wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, was shot by LAPD and arrested Tuesday for attempted murder during a search for a hit-and-run suspect. While searching a home in the Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles on Tuesday afternoon for a hit-and-run suspect, authorities spotted Jillian Shriner in the front yard of her house, located next door, holding a pistol. Police asked her to drop the weapon multiple times, but she refused, instead turning it on the officers. LAPD then opened fire and she was hit in the shoulder. No officers or members of the public were harmed during the incident, according to the LAPD report. More from Variety Ed Sheeran and Weezer Join Coachella Bill, as Both Weekends' Set Times Are Announced Get Festival Ready With These 15 Fashion Essentials The Best Clear, Stadium-Approved Bags to Snag Ahead of Festival Season After being shot, Jillian Shriner ran inside her home, later reemerging with her babysitter, according to local news reports. She was then taken into custody and brought to a local hospital to be treated for the gunshot wound, which police say was non-life threatening. The LAPD stated Jillian Shriner had nothing to do with the hit-and-run, and she was later booked for attempted murder. A A 9-millimeter handgun was recovered from the Shriners' house, according to LAPD. Los Angeles rock band Weezer, co-founded by Scott Shriner, is set to play at Coachella on April 12 and 19. Reps for Scott Shriner did not respond to Variety's request for comment, and it is unclear if Jillian Shriner's arrest will affect the band's performance at the premiere California music festival. Since their 1994 debut record, 'The Blue Album,' Weezer has earned four Grammy nominations, winning one in 2009 for best music video. Some of their top tracks include songs like 'Buddy Holly,' 'Say It Ain't So,' 'Beverly Hills,' 'Islands in the Sun' and 'Pork and Beans.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week What's Coming to Disney+ in April 2025 The Best Celebrity Memoirs to Read This Year: From Chelsea Handler to Anthony Hopkins
