Slipknot Fans Criticize Marilyn Manson Support Slot on New World Tour
Slipknot has revealed plans for a world tour featuring Marilyn Manson as a supporting act, which has led to considerable criticism from fans. The band is set to take the stage at Wembley Stadium in London, along with several dates in South America, where metalcore band Hatebreed will also perform in London. On Instagram, numerous fans expressed their discontent over Manson's participation, with some pledging to boycott the concerts. Manson, 57, born Brian Warner, has refuted all accusations against him. In 2021, actress Evan Rachel Wood alleged abuse, which he described as "horrible distortions." Manson filed a defamation lawsuit against Wood, which was resolved in 2024. In January 2025, after a four-year investigation, prosecutors chose not to pursue charges related to domestic abuse and sexual assault allegations.
Key facts
- Slipknot announced a new world tour with Marilyn Manson as a support act
- Manson will join Slipknot at London's Wembley Stadium and on multiple South American dates
- Hatebreed is also on the London gig line-up
- Thousands of fans replied to an Instagram post about the line-up, many criticizing Manson's inclusion
- Some long-time fans said they would not buy tickets in protest
- Manson, 57, real name Brian Warner, has always strongly denied allegations against him
- Evan Rachel Wood alleged in 2021 that Manson 'horrifically abused' and 'manipulated' her during their three-year relationship from 2007
- Manson sued Wood and another woman for defamation; a judge dismissed some claims and he settled in 2024, agreeing to pay Wood's legal fees
- In January 2025, Los Angeles prosecutors declined criminal charges after a four-year investigation, citing the statute of limitations and reasonable doubt
- BBC Newsbeat approached Manson's representatives and Live Nation UK for comment
Entities
Artists
- Marilyn Manson
- Brian Warner
- Evan Rachel Wood
Institutions
- Slipknot
- Hatebreed
- BBC Newsbeat
- Live Nation UK
- Los Angeles district attorney's office
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Wembley Stadium
- Los Angeles
- United States
- South America