Hayley Williams and Mark Hoppus Honor Late New Found Glory Guitarist Chad Gilbert
Chad Gilbert, the founding guitarist of New Found Glory, died at 45 on September 20, 2026, after a prolonged battle with cancer. His ex-wife, Paramore singer Hayley Williams, and Blink-182 bassist Mark Hoppus both shared emotional tributes, highlighting his profound influence on the early 2000s punk and emo scenes. While Williams emphasized his role in shaping her connection to hardcore culture, Hoppus recalled their personal bond and Gilbert’s resilience during his illness.
