Dee Snider Quits Twisted Sister Amid ‘Health Challenges’ as Prayers Pour In
What To Know
- Dee Snider, 70, has resigned from Twisted Sister due to health challenges, ending his 50-year tenure as the band’s lead singer.
- The band announced the cancellation of their 50th anniversary reunion tour and stated that Twisted Sister’s future will be decided in the coming weeks.
- Fans and family have expressed shock and support for Snider, reflecting on the band’s legacy and wishing him a speedy recovery.
Dee Snider, 70, suddenly quit Twisted Sister amid “health challenges” after 50 years with the ’80s heavy metal band.
On Thursday, February 5, Twisted Sister took to Instagram with the shocking announcement of the cancellation of their 50th anniversary reunion tour.
“With Regrets,” the message from founder and rhythm guitarist Jay Jay French and lead guitarist Eddie Ojeda began. “Due to the sudden and unexpected resignation of Twisted Sister’s lead singer, Dee Snider, brought on by a series of health challenges, the band has been forced to cancel all shows scheduled, beginning April 25th in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and continuing through the summer.”
To conclude the update, the post shared, “The future of Twisted Sister will be determined in the next several weeks.”
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In the comments, Twisted Sister fans showered Snider with prayers and well-wishes while expressing their shock over the news. One Instagram user wrote, “Oh Dee, prayers are with you. We love you!! 🙏🙏💗💗.”
Another lamented, “Oh no!!! I was so looking forward to seeing you all again …. best to Dee and all of Twisted Sister …🔥❤️.”
One of the singer’s sons, Cody Snider, wrote, “Stay healthy, Dad, we love you ❤️.”
Someone else shared, “We love you, Dee. You are an inspiration to so, so many. Hoping you have a speedy and full recovery❤️🔥.”
A different follower commented, “Heartbreaking news. Endless respect for a man who gave everything to rock ‘n’ roll. We stand with you, Dee. 🙏🤘❤️.”
Meanwhile, yet another fan pointed out, “The legend of TS lives on forever. We don’t need any comeback or anniversary shows. The albums, photos, videos, and memories remain forever, for all to see and hear 🙌🔥🙌.”
Twisted Sister’s debut album, Under the Blade, was released in 1982. However, the heavy metal group broke through with their 1984 album, Stay Hungry, thanks to songs like “We’re Not Gonna Take It” and “I Wanna Rock,” in addition to tracks like “The Kids Are Back,” “The Price,” and “You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll.”