The FOO FIGHTERS are reportedly planning to go on an “indefinite hiatus” after frontman Dave Grohl recently revealed he fathered a child outside of his marriage.
The band unexpectedly canceled their scheduled performance at the Soundside Music Festival in Bridgeport, Connecticut, with only three days’ notice.
The cancellation follows Grohl‘s surprising announcement last month that he had welcomed a baby girl with an unidentified woman, despite being married to Jordyn Blum since 2003.
Source close to the band disclosed the reasons for the hiatus, with one source sharing the details with The Sun, saying: “It’s been a turbulent few years, with the loss of their best friend, drummer Taylor Hawkins, the death of Dave‘s mum and now the birth of his new child.
“He wants to be at home and focus on earning back the trust of his family. Being on the road isn’t the best thing for any of them at the moment. It feels like a hiatus is the best thing for them collectively.”
Grohl shared the news on social media on September 10, stating: “I’ve recently become the father of a new baby daughter, born outside of my marriage. I plan to be a loving and supportive parent to her. I love my wife and my children, and I am doing everything I can to regain their trust and earn their forgiveness.”
“We’re grateful for your consideration toward all the children involved, as we move forward together.”
Grohl, often hailed as one of the kindest figures in the music industry, shares three daughters with his wife, model and TV producer Jordyn Blum, whom he wed in 2003. His eldest daughter, Violet, is a touring member of the FOO FIGHTERS.
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