Mike Shinoda shares updates following Chester Bennington's death: “One week. Feels like forever"
A week after the tragic loss of Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington, Mike Shinoda has shared an update and words of support for anyone else who might be struggling at this time.
“One week. Feels like forever. I'm here for a couple updates,” Shinoda tweeted.
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Not only did Shinoda share the grief that the band members all still feel, but he shared resources for fans who are struggling with suicidal thoughts, too. He also linked to outlets both celebrating Bennington’s life, as well as to the organization Music for Relief, with all donations made going to honor Bennington.
He also thanks fans for respecting the band’s privacy during this time.
“Brad, Joe, Rob, Dave, and I love you all very much. Thank you so much for respecting our privacy during this extremely difficult time.”
Read his series of tweets below.
One week. Feels like forever. I'm here for a couple updates.
— Mike Shinoda (@mikeshinoda) July 28, 2017
If you need a (local) place to celebrate Chester, look to https://t.co/AjDUYmACQN and the amazing fan sites I've previously mentioned.
— Mike Shinoda (@mikeshinoda) July 28, 2017
If you're having suicidal thoughts, we urge you to go here https://t.co/dIQMgON66i
— Mike Shinoda (@mikeshinoda) July 28, 2017
If you're gonna buy merch in honor of Chester, consider who the purchase benefits. Don't give money to scumbag bootleggers & opportunists.
— Mike Shinoda (@mikeshinoda) July 28, 2017
— Mike Shinoda (@mikeshinoda) July 28, 2017
And if you want to donate in honor of Chester, do it at https://t.co/mcmEHVYJMN
— Mike Shinoda (@mikeshinoda) July 28, 2017
Brad, Joe, Rob, Dave, and I love you all very much. Thank you so much for respecting our privacy during this extremely difficult time.
— Mike Shinoda (@mikeshinoda) July 28, 2017
He concluded his stream of Tweets with a touching image, proving that although Bennington is no longer with us, he is far from forgotten.
— Mike Shinoda (@mikeshinoda) July 28, 2017
Earlier today, Bennington’s wife shared a heartfelt tribute to her late husband:
“One week ago, I lost my soulmate and my children lost their hero-their Daddy. We had a fairytale life and now it has turned into some sick Shakespearean tragedy,” she writes. “How do I move on? How do I pick up my shattered soul?”
Read her statement in full here.
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It was announced last week that Bennington had died, with the Los Angeles County coroner confirming that it was suicide. Following the news, the band launched a special site dedicated to Chester, sharing memories and additional resources for those struggling with suicidal thoughts.
Bennington has been in Linkin Park since 1999 and was part of the band’s massively successful Hybrid Theory, released in 2000. He has been a part of the band’s seven albums: 2003’s Meteora, 2007’s Minutes To Midnight, 2010’s A Thousand Suns, 2012’s Living Things, 2014’s The Hunting Party and their most recent released, 2017’s One More Light.
Our thoughts are with Bennington's family and friends at this time.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental illness, there is help to be found. Please consider these online resources and talk to your regular doctor about your symptoms:
MentalHealth.gov – Get Immediate Help
ImAlive – Online Crisis Network
International Association For Suicide Prevention – Resources
The Anxiety And Depression Association Of America
The National Alliance On Mental Illness
American Psychiatric Association – Finding Help
National Institute Of Mental Health
American Psychological Association – Psychologist locator
