According to media reports, the musician had been battling stage four kidney cancer, which was diagnosed in May 2025. Due to his illness, the band was forced to cancel their planned summer tour.
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As reported by the band's representatives, Arnold passed away in his sleep surrounded by his family. Friends and colleagues remember him as an outstanding musician and a devoted person, always ready to help his loved ones.
3 Doors Down, under the leadership of Brad Arnold, left a significant mark in the history of rock music in the early 2000s, releasing hits such as "Kryptonite," "When I’m Gone," and "Here Without You." The band was nominated for the prestigious Grammy Award and sold millions of albums worldwide.
