Marilyn Manson has officially fired longtime bassist Jeordie “Twiggy Ramirez” White. The move comes following rape accusations leveled against White by his former girlfriend Jessicka Addams, who went public with the details of an alleged rape said to have taken place roughly 20 years ago. Manson confirmed the news tonight of White being let go tonight, issuing the following statement:
“I have decided to part ways with Jeordie White as a member of Marilyn Manson. He will be replaced for the upcoming tour. I wish him well.”
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White himself has commented, describing his departure as a “leave of absence”.
“I wish to spend this time with my family and focus on maintaining my several years of sobriety. i will be taking a leave of absence from marilyn manson and regrettably will not be performing on the upcoming tour.”
Manson is currently next due onstage on November 05th.
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