‘I can’t tell ya how thankful I am to be here’: Brad Arnold’s last post before passing away
2026-02-10 - 12:56
Tributes are continuing to pour in for Brad Arnold, lead singer of Grammy-nominated rock band 3 Doors Down. Arnold passed away on Saturday, 7 February, at the age of 47 after a long battle with cancer. In May last year, he announced that he had been diagnosed with stage four clear cell renal carcinoma, a type of kidney cancer that had spread to his lungs. ALSO READ: ‘Your music wasn’t meant for the stage’: Tributes pour in for renowned American gospel singer Ron Kenoly Remembered for warmth, humility and love for his family His band confirmed his passing in a statement over the weekend. “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,” the statement read. The band highlighted Arnold’s contribution to the the rock music industry, adding that “those closest to him will remember not only his talent, but his warmth, humility, faith and deep love for his family and friends”. “As a founding member, vocalist and original drummer of 3 Doors Down, Brad helped redefine mainstream rock music, blending post-grunge accessibility with emotionally direct songwriting and lyrical themes that resonated with everyday listeners.” pic.twitter.com/6V48xpChfe — 3 Doors Down (@3doorsdown) February 7, 2026 Brad Arnold’s last post In his last Instagram post on Christmas Day, Arnold shared a picture of himself with his dog and his wife. “Merry Christmas, everybody. I can’t tell ya how thankful I am to be here!” he wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Brad Arnold (@brad3doorsdown) Fans and fellow musicians have taken to social media to pay tribute to Arnold. That’s crazy. Brad Arnold was only 47 . — Thembisa Liyema Nxumalo (@tembisanxumalo) February 7, 2026 RIP to Brad Arnold, the voice behind so many great memories. Saw 3 Doors Down in Charlotte a few years back and it was phenomenal...a night I’ll never forget. Thank you for the music that meant so much to so many. #RIPBradArnold #BradArnold #3DoorsDown pic.twitter.com/7hl01nAm1a — Scott Firsing, PhD (@scottfirsing) February 8, 2026 I'm sad about the passing of Brad Arnold. I'm so thankful we saw them during his last tour. He canceled the rest of the tour shortly after playing here. Here is a short clip of them absolutely killing it! #RIPBradArnold pic.twitter.com/RSBg0F8a9D — Chris G. (@chrisgomez73) February 8, 2026 In Loving Memory of #BradArnold @3doorsdown Brad fought the good fight! Singing with the angels now in the Heavens#RIPBradArnold You will be missed dearly! Your songs will Never Die!@Creed #neverdie @ScottStapp @MarkTTremonti @Scott_Phillips #brianmarshall #EricFriedman pic.twitter.com/cV3rkYfLBN — P Austin (@pa1concertchic) February 10, 2026 NOW READ: Thembisa Mdoda-Nxumalo’s subtle response to divorce rumours