Slipknot Officially Part Ways with Sid Wilson
The band said Wilson’s departure was effective immediately and wished him well after nearly three decades as its #0 turntablist.
- On Friday, Slipknot confirmed the departure of longtime turntablist Sid Wilson, ending his 28-year run with the Iowa-based metallers effective immediately.
- Reports from TMZ two weeks ago indicated the dismissal resulted from behavioral issues, with the group citing that Wilson's treatment of bandmates prompted the decision.
- Known as #0, Wilson produced sound effects for the band since 1998; he joins departures of percussionist Chris Fehn in 2019 and sampler-keyboardist Craig Jones in 2023.
- While Slipknot deleted the announcement from personal social pages, the statement remains visible on the official Knotfest Instagram; guitarist Jim Root previously urged fans to wait for clarity.
- Historical personnel changes include the 2013 departure of founding drummer Joey Jordison and the 2010 death of founding bassist Paul Gray, marking significant shifts in the band's evolution.
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Slipknot finally confirm rumoured departure of Sid Wilson
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Slipknot Confirms Sid Wilson's Exit From Band, Then Deletes Post, Fans Say, 'Mad Disrespectful..'
Sid Wilson's exit from Slipknot has been the worst-kept secret in the heavy metal band. News of his departure began making headlines weeks ago, but it was only on August 14, 2026 (ET) that it was confirmed. However, soon after the band posted it, the post was deleted, leaving netizens even more confused. Sid Wilson removed from Slipknot, band confirms Slipknot has seemingly confirmed that Sid Wilson has been removed from the band. However, rathe…
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