Law enforcement sources tell TMZ Linkin Park and Stone Temple Pilots frontman Chester Bennington was home alone at the time of the suicide. TMZ were told his family was out of town and he was found upstairs by an employee.
The Rock, Ryan Adams, Prophets of Rage’s B-Real, Garbage’s Shirley Manson, Michael from 5 Seconds of Summer, and Nick Jonas have also paid tribute on Twitter.
So sorry to hear the news about Chester Bennington. Sending so much luv, strength & light to his family, kids & @linkinpark ohana.
— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) July 20, 2017
Just heard the sad news of the passing of Chester Bennington . Our sincere condolences to his family, his band and everyone who loved him.
— Garbage (@garbage) July 20, 2017
This is heartbreaking. RIP Chester. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. https://t.co/z4R5gdFt8D
— Nick Jonas (@nickjonas) July 20, 2017
My condolences go out to the family of my friend Chester Bennington. He was a kind and talented man. You will be missed
— Dr. Greenthumb ™ (@B_Real) July 20, 2017
can't even fathom the news about Chester Bennington. going to have LP on repeat all day. Rest In Peace.
— michael (@Michael5SOS) July 20, 2017
R.I.P Chester Bennington
My thoughts are with his family & friends today
He & @linkinpark are the kindest folks you could ever hoped to meet pic.twitter.com/abS1e4t3Oi— Ryan Adams (@TheRyanAdams) July 20, 2017
