Bradley Kirk Arnold (born September 27, 1978) is an American musician, best known as the lead singer and drummer (and only remaining original member) of the rock band 3 Doors Down. He has been sober for over 5 years and the only clean member of the original band. Matt Roberts left and later died from substance overdose and Harrel was arrested for a buzzed car crash.[1]
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Born | (1978-09-27) September 27, 1978 (age 44) |
Origin | Escatawpa, Mississippi, U.S. |
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Occupation(s) | Musician |
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Years active | 1994–present |
Member of | 3 Doors Down |
Arnold grew up in Escatawpa, Mississippi.[1] He wrote the song "Kryptonite" in high school during math class at age 15.[2]
Arnold is a founding member of 3 Doors Down,[1] and was 16 years old at the time of the band's formation.[1] Arnold was initially both a drummer and a singer,[1] before focusing on the latter role around the time guitarist Chris Henderson joined the band.[1]
Arnold is a recovering alcoholic who stopped drinking in 2016.[1] He was married to his first wife Terika Roberts from 2001 to 2007. He married his second wife, Jennifer Sanderford, in 2009.[citation needed] One of Brad's hobbies is deep sea fishing.[3]
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