Chester Bennington's son Jaime hits out at Mike Shinoda for "betraying trust" of Linkin Park fans with Emily Armstrong
Jaime Bennington, son of the late Chester Bennington, criticized Mike Shinoda for trusting Emily Armstrong as the new vocalist for Linkin Park, voicing concerns about her past ties to Scientology and a convicted rapist. Following the band's announcement of a new album and world tour, Bennington expressed that fans felt betrayed and highlighted the importance of acknowledging the community's history and trauma. He also questioned the authenticity of Shinoda's statements regarding his relationship with Armstrong. Despite his criticism, Linkin Park and Shinoda have yet to respond publicly to Jaime Bennington's comments.
Published on Monday, September 9, 2024 at 3:09 PM
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