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Epoch Times
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Epoch Times
3 Doors Down Frontman Brad Arnold Diagnosed With Stage 4 Kidney Cancer
Brad Arnold, the lead singer of the Grammy-nominated rock band 3 Doors Down, has asked his fans for prayers after revealing that he was diagnosed with stage 4 clear cell renal cell carcinoma, a type of kidney cancer. Arnold, 46, shared the news in an Instagram 'Got some not-so-good news for you today,' he wrote. 'So I've been sick a couple of weeks ago and then went to the hospital and got checked out and had actually got the diagnosis that I had a clear cell renal [cell] carcinoma that had metastasized into my lung. And it's stage 4, and that's not real good.' The singer was supported by many of his fellow musicians in the comment section. 'I hate to hear that,' wrote country star Jason Aldean. 'Praying for ya brother.' 'If anyone has the faith and strength to face this fight, it's you brother,' added Creed frontman Scott Stapp. Related Stories 4/8/2025 4/25/2025 According to the National Cancer Institute, clear cell renal cell carcinoma, also known as ccRCC, is the most common form of kidney cancer, accounting for about 80 percent of all cases. The Cleveland Clinic reports that ccRCC is more prevalent in men than women and is typically diagnosed between the ages of 50 and 70. Symptoms may include bloody urine, fatigue, fever, weight loss, or a lump in the abdomen. In addition to undergoing surgery to remove the mass, treatment usually entails immunotherapy to ward off cancer cells or targeted therapy to stop them from growing. Arnold said he is maintaining a positive outlook despite his diagnosis, sharing that his band's 2008 single 'It's Not My Time' has become his personal anthem. 'We serve a mighty God and He can overcome anything, so I have no fear,' the singer said. 'I really sincerely am not scared of it at all. But it is gonna force us to cancel our tour this summer, and we're sorry for that, and I'd love for you to lift me up in prayer every chance you get.' The Mississippi native founded 3 Doors Down in 1996 with childhood friends Matt Roberts and Todd Harrell, releasing the debut album 'The Better Life' in 2000. Harrell left the band in 2013 after being arrested for vehicular manslaughter. He was later sentenced to two years in prison. Roberts died in 2016 at the age of 38 from a prescription drug overdose.
American Military News
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- American Military News
3 Doors Down singer Brad Arnold reveals Stage 4 cancer diagnosis
3 Doors Down singer Brad Arnold announced he was diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney cancer in a video posted on the band's social media accounts on Wednesday. 'Hey, everybody, it's Brad from 3 Doors Down. I hope you're having a great day today,' the 'Kryptonite' singer said in the video. 'I've got some not-so-good news for you today. So I'd been sick a couple of weeks ago and then went to the hospital and got checked out and had actually got the diagnosis that I had clear cell renal [cell] carcinoma that had metastasized into my lung. And it's Stage 4, and that's not real good.' Clear cell renal carcinoma is the most common type of kidney cancer, according to the National Cancer Institute. However, it has about a 10% 5-year survival rate after it spreads to other parts of the body. Arnold said the band was canceling its upcoming tour with Creed due to the diagnosis. However, the frontman said he remained hopeful. 'You know what? We serve a mighty God, and he can overcome anything,' Arnold said in the video. 'So I have no fear. I really, sincerely am not scared of it at all. But it is gonna force us to cancel our tour this summer. And we're sorry for that. And I'd love for you to lift me up in prayer every chance you get. And I think it's time for me to maybe go listen to [3 Doors Down's song] 'It's Not My Time' a little bit. Thank you guys so much. God loves you, we love you. See ya.' 3 Doors Down formed in Mississippi in the late 1990s and broke through with 2000's 'The Better Life,' which went seven-times platinum on the back of hits like 'Kryptonite' and 'Loser.' ___ © 2025 New York Daily News. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Newsweek
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Singer From 2000s Rock Band Reveals Stage 4 Cancer Diagnosis, Tour Canceled
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Brad Arnold, lead singer of 3 Doors Down, has been diagnosed with Stage IV kidney cancer, prompting the cancellation of the band's upcoming U.S. summer tour. The 46-year-old front man revealed the diagnosis in a video posted to social media on Wednesday, telling fans that the cancer had metastasized to his lungs. "It's Stage IV, and that's not real good," Arnold said in the video. "But, you know what? We serve a mighty God, and he can overcome anything. So I have no fear, I really sincerely am not scared of it at all." Arnold said he had been feeling unwell for several weeks before doctors diagnosed him with clear cell renal cell carcinoma, the most common type of kidney cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, when this type of cancer spreads to other organs, treatment becomes more difficult and the five-year survival rate drops to around 10 percent. 3 Doors Down singer Brad Arnold is seen on stage in Munich, Germany, on 24 October, 2016. 3 Doors Down singer Brad Arnold is seen on stage in Munich, Germany, on 24 October, 2016. Jens Niering/Picture-alliance/dpa/AP Images The band's planned tour, which was scheduled to begin May 15 in Daytona Beach, Florida, included several co-headlining dates with Creed. All upcoming performances have been removed from the band's website and replaced with Arnold's video message. Arnold said that 3 Doors Down's 2008 hit "It's Not My Time" has taken on a new, personal significance. He also asked fans to "lift me up in prayer every chance you get." Arnold, the last remaining founding member of 3 Doors Down, co-founded the band in Escatawpa, Mississippi in 1996. They achieved early success with the hit single "Kryptonite," which he wrote in high school. The song peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and helped launch the band's debut album, The Better Life, which went on to sell over six million copies. The band's subsequent albums, including Away From the Sun and Seventeen Days, solidified their status as rock radio mainstays. Over the years, the group has undergone several lineup changes. Founding guitarist Matt Roberts left in 2012 and died of a prescription drug overdose in 2016. Bassist Todd Harrell was dismissed after being convicted of vehicular homicide in 2013. Arnold struggled with alcohol addiction but credited his Christian faith with supporting his sobriety since 2016. "Without question, God took that burden from me," he previously told The Guardian regarding his sobriety. "I was so tired of carrying it. I couldn't carry it anymore so I gave it to God and I'm not taking it back." Support for Arnold poured in online, with Creed front man Scott Stapp writing on Instagram: "If anyone has the FAITH and STRENGTH to face this fight, it's YOU brother." Singer Gavin DeGraw added: "May God bless you brother. Showing us how to conquer the darkness with light." Arnold did not provide additional details about treatment plans but said he is surrounded by support and remains hopeful.
Perth Now
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
3 Doors Down frontman Brad Arnold reveals stage four cancer battle
3 Doors Down frontman Brad Arnold has been diagnosed with stage four cancer. The 46-year-old rocker has revealed he is battling clear cell renal carcinoma, a form of kidney cancer, that has metastasised into his lung. As a result, the 'Here Without You' band have cancelled their North American tour, which was scheduled to star on May 16 in Daytona Beach, Florida. In a video update shared to Instagram, he said: 'I hope you're having a great day today. I've got some not-so-good news for you today. 'I've been sick [since] a couple of weeks ago and went to the hospital and got it checked out. Actually got the diagnosis that I've got clear cell renal carcinoma that had metastasised into my lung and it's stage four; that's not real good…' Brad has vowed to fend off the deadly disease. He continued: 'But you know what? We serve a mighty God, and he can overcome anything. So I have no fear. 'I really, sincerely am not scared of it at all.' Referring to the band's 2008 song 'It's Not My Time', Brad captioned the clip: "Thank you for all the memories so far. Now, I believe 'ITS NOT MY TIME' is really my song. This'll be a battle so we need our prayers warriors! Thank y'all for being the best fans in the world. We love y'all!" Brad has been inundated with messages of support from fellow famous musicians. Creed's Scott Stapp commented on Brad's post: 'If anyone has the FAITH and STRENGTH to face this fight, it's YOU brother. You and your family are in my prayers daily…' Chris Daughtry wrote: 'send you love my brother." The alternative rock band formed in 1996 in Escatawpa, Mississippi, and scored a Top 10 album in the US with their 2000 debut, 'The Better Life', which went multi-platinum.
Los Angeles Times
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
3 Doors Down singer Brad Arnold diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, cancels tour: 'I have no fear'
Brad Arnold, the lead singer of 3 Doors Down, announced that the American rock band's summer tour would be canceled for a heartbreaking reason — he has been diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney cancer that has spread to his lungs. Arnold broke the news in a video to his fans Wednesday, telling them that the diagnosis was 'not real good,' but thanks to his faith in God he has 'no fear. I really, sincerely am not scared of it at all.' The 46-year-old singer said he was sick a few weeks ago and was hospitalized. Doctors learned he had clear cell renal cell carcinoma that had metastasized to his lungs. Clear cell renal cell carcinoma is the most common form of kidney cancer and may be treated through immunotherapy and surgery to remove tumors, according to the National Cancer Institute. The five-year survival rate for patients is 50% to 69%. When tumors are large or have spread to other parts of the body, treatment is more challenging, and the five-year survival rate falls to about 10%. Arnold said the band is sorry they were forced to cancel their summer tour, which was set to kick off on May 15 at Daytona Beach and travel across America, co-headlining with Creed for select shows. Tour information on the 3 Doors Down website has been removed and replaced with Arnold's video. Creed singer Scott Stapp shared his support for the singer in the Instagram comments section of the video. 'If anyone has the FAITH and STRENGTH to face this fight, it's YOU brother,' he wrote. 'I think I can speak for all of us, we are lifting you up in prayer right now believing without doubt for your total healing!' The post garnered thousands of comments in the first few hours, with fans and other musicians sharing their love and prayers for Arnold. 'May God bless you brother. Showing us how to conquer the darkness with light,' wrote American singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw. In the caption, Arnold wrote that the band's 2008 hit 'It's Not My Time' has become a personal anthem and asked for the support of his 'prayer warriors,' saying he has the best fans in the world. 'I'd love for you to lift me up in prayer every chance you get,' he said in the video. 3 Doors Down began in 1996 as a three-piece band out of Escatawpa, Miss., with Arnold, lead guitarist and backing vocalist Matt Roberts and bassist Todd Harrell. Two years later, Chris Henderson joined on rhythm guitar and backing vocals. The group rose to fame in 2000 with their debut album, 'The Better Life,' featuring hit single 'Kryptonite,' which became a defining rock song of the early 2000s and has more than a billion streams on Spotify. They continued to grow their fan base with subsequent album releases 'Away From the Sun' in 2002 and 'Seventeen Days' in 2005. The band's lineup has undergone several changes over the years. Current members are Arnold, Henderson, guitarist Chet Roberts, drummer Greg Upchurch and bassist Justin Biltonen. Roberts, the band's founding guitarist, left the band in 2012 and died from an overdose of prescription pills in 2016.
