Brad Arnold, the singer and founder of rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47.
After a months-long battle with stage four kidney cancer, the Kryptonite singer passed away on February 7, 2026.
The news of his death was confirmed by the band through a statement shared on social media. According to the statement, Arnold died peacefully surrounded by his wife Jennifer Sanderford and close family members.
The statement from 3 Doors Down read: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Brad Arnold, founder, singer and songwriter of 3 Doors Down, passed away on Saturday, February 7 at the age of 47.”
It further revealed: “With his beloved wife Jennifer and his family by his side, he passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, in his sleep after his courageous battle with cancer.”
Arnold is remembered as “a founding member, vocalist and original drummer of 3 Doors Down”, with the band crediting him with “[redefining] mainstream rock music, combining post-grunge accessibility with emotionally direct songwriting and lyrical themes that resonated with everyday listeners.
“Brad’s songwriting became a cultural touchstone for a generation and produced some of the most enduring hits of the 2000s, including the band’s breakthrough hit, ‘Kryptonite,’ which he wrote in his math class when he was just 15 years old,” the emotional statement continued.
He added: “His music reverberated far beyond the stage, creating moments of connection, joy, faith and shared experiences that will live on long after the stages on which he performed.”
Additionally, the statement revealed that Brad Arnold’s family is “deeply grateful” for the love and support during difficult times and asks “that their privacy be respected.”
“He will be deeply missed and forever remembered,” the statement concluded.
It is pertinent to mention that Brad Arnold’s cancer diagnosis was revealed in May 2025.
