Wilson, an original member since 1998, was notified of his removal Friday. The reason remains unclear.
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Sid Wilson has been permanently kicked out of Slipknot, according to sources with direct knowledge of the band's decision. Wilson was notified late Friday afternoon of his removal from the group, where he served as DJ and keyboardist.
Wilson joined Slipknot in 1998 and was one of the band's nine original members. His departure comes nearly 27 years after he first joined the Iowa-based heavy metal outfit.
The specific reason for Wilson's removal has not been disclosed. Authorities close to the band declined to provide details about the circumstances leading to the decision.
Wilson's exit from Slipknot follows his split from Kelly Osbourne, which became public in March. The two had been engaged but quietly called off their engagement after last being seen together at the 2026 Grammy Awards in February. According to sources at the time, the couple had been facing challenges in their relationship for some time, though there remained a possibility they could reconcile.
Osbourne, known for her work on "Fashion Police," has been grieving the death of her father, Ozzy Osbourne, who died from a heart attack in July 2025 at age 76. An insider told the Daily Mail that Kelly had been struggling with the loss and that the grieving process had been difficult for her.
Wilson is the latest original member to depart from Slipknot. Drummer Joey Jordison passed away in his sleep in 2021. Bassist Paul Gray died from a drug overdose in 2010. Guitarist Craig Jones and percussionist Chris Fehn are also no longer with the band.
Following news of Wilson's removal, guitarist Jim Root shared a cryptic message on social media, though the content and nature of his post were not detailed in available reports.
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