Chad Gilbert, New Found Glory Co-Founder and Guitarist, Dies at 45
Chad Gilbert, co-founder and lead guitarist of the band New Found Glory, has died at age 45 following a battle with cancer. This news is a trending topic in Portland, OR.
Portland, OR, September 20, 2026 —
Chad Gilbert, a prominent figure in the pop-punk music scene and co-founder of the band New Found Glory, has passed away at the age of 45. His death follows a period of battling cancer.
Gilbert was widely recognized as the lead guitarist and a principal songwriter for New Found Glory, a band formed in 1997. The group achieved significant success in the late 1990s and early 2000s with albums like “Sticks and Stones” and “Catalyst.” Gilbert’s distinctive guitar work was a hallmark of the band’s sound.
The news of his passing has become a trending topic, particularly noted in Portland, Oregon. Fans and fellow musicians have begun to share tributes and memories of Gilbert’s contributions to music.
Further details regarding the specific circumstances of his battle with cancer or arrangements were not immediately available. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Brandy Beard on www.kptv.com, see more information here.
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