Wilson has been a member of the heavy metal group for nearly three decades, joining in 1998 shortly before the release of the band’s self-titled debut record
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NEED TO KNOW
- Slipknot’s Jim Root addressed a report that Sid Wilson was kicked out of the band after 28 years
- TMZ reported that Slipknot parted ways with Wilson, a member since 1998
- “Don’t believe everything you read,” Root wrote in a cryptic Instagram Stories post
Slipknot’s James “Jim” Root is reacting to a report that longtime member Sid Wilson was kicked out of the band.
On Friday, July 31, TMZ reported that DJ and keyboardist Wilson, 49, had been permanently removed from Slipknot earlier that day, ending his 28-year run with the nu metal group. The outlet cited a source close to the band with direct knowledge of the situation.
The same day, Slipknot guitarist Root, 54, shared a cryptic Instagram Stories post that appeared to address the reported drama, soundtracked by the band’s 2008 song “‘Til We Die.”
“Don’t believe everything you read,” Root wrote. “Stop. Think. Take a breath. Sit with it for awhile. Maybe. Just maybe even wait until there’s more information.”
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TMZ stated it is unclear what led Slipknot to reportedly kick Wilson out of the group.
Representatives for Wilson and Slipknot did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment on Saturday, Aug. 1.
Wilson has been a member of the heavy metal group for nearly three decades, joining in 1998 shortly before the release of the band’s self-titled debut record.
The rest of Slipknot’s current lineup — including percussionist and founding member Shawn “Clown” Crahan; guitarist Mick Thomson and singer Corey Taylor — has yet to comment on Wilson’s reported departure from the group.
Slipknot’s most recent live performance was at Inkcarceration, a music and tattoo festival in Ohio, in July 2025.
Weeks earlier, Wilson had popped the question to Kelly Osbourne at her father Ozzy Osbourne‘s final concert before his death at 76.
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The current uncertainty about Wilson’s future in Slipknot comes amid uncertainty about his future with Osbourne, 41.
In March, a source told PEOPLE the pair — who share a 3-year-old son, Sidney — were navigating a tough time in their relationship amid buzz that they had called off their engagement.
“She’s been in a challenging headspace for several reasons. It’s been very emotional for her. She’s had a lot going on,” the insider said. “Ozzy’s death still affects her deeply. She’s very focused on being there for her mom right now. They’re incredibly close, and that’s been her priority.”
“It’s been hard for Kelly and Sid to balance everything, especially with different priorities about where to spend time,” continued the source. “This has put a strain on their relationship.”
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