A POPULAR rock star has pulled out of his band’s 25th anniversary tour – after his wife’s death.
Greg Tribbett, 56, is the lead guitarist and a founding member of Mudvayne.
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Writing on social media, Greg’s bandmates confirmed his absence from their 25th anniversary tour following his wife Debbie’s passing.
They penned on social media: “Tour starts today!
“We are going to miss our brother Greg on this tour, sending him and his family all the love.
“- Chad, Matt, Ryan, & Mudvayne crew.”
Mudvayne’s tour began on September 11 and will continue until October 26.
According to a GoFundMe campaign, Debbie had been diagnosed with Angiosarcoma, a rare form of cancer.
Meanwhile, a fan page wrote on social media earlier this week: “With the heaviest of hearts we mourn the loss of our dearest most beautiful friend Debbie Tribbett.
“Anyone who has been here from the start of the Mob family knows she was a huge integral part of this page and the family she did take a step back once she needed to but was still watching and sharing as she always did.
“She was fiercely supportive of MUDVAYNE and her loving husband Greg always so proud!
“I thank her for bringing her love and light to so many of us who were lucky enough to connect with her.
“We miss you beautiful sweet friend more than words can say god bless you and may your family be blessed with strength.”
One person commented: “Ah man this is so sad to hear. Praying for Greg and the children. This is tough.”
Another added: “I heard the news yesterday and cried my eyes out. Makes my heart hurt for her babies.”
Mudvayne formed in 1996 with Greg, vocalist Chad Gray, drummer Matthew McDonough and bassist Shawn Barclay.
Ryan Martinie joined the group a year later, to replace Barclay as bassist.
Mudvayne went on hiatus in 2010 before returning to the stage in 2021.
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