Chester Bennington’s wife released a touching statement to E! News on her husband’s death. Bennington passed away on July 20 after committing suicide.
“One week ago, I lost my soul mate and my children lost their hero—their Daddy. We had a fairytale life and now it has turned into some sick Shakespearean tragedy. How do I move on? How do I pick up my shattered soul? The only answer I know is to raise our babies with every ounce of love I have left.”
“I want to let my community and the fans worldwide know that we feel your love. We feel your loss as well. My babies are so young to have lost their daddy. And I know that all of you will help keep his memory alive.”
Meanwhile, Chester was laid to rest at a private funeral in California on Saturday and Linkin Park put out a list of fan memorials that are happening all over the world.
If you are someone you know is struggling with feeling empty, sad, and lonely and are considering suicide – there are people here for you, 24/7. You are important. You are worthy. You are not alone. Call the Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.