The rock world is mourning the loss of L7 bassist Jennifer Finch, who has died at the age of 59 after a courageous battle with an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Jennifer’s passing was announced yesterday (Saturday, July 18) by her bandmates. They wrote in a statement on social media: “With a very heavy heart we announce that our beloved bandmate, friend, and fellow troublemaker Jennifer Finch has passed away today. She had a long courageous fight with brain cancer and was loved by many wonderful friends, musical peers and fans worldwide.”
They added: “We are shattered by the loss of our beloved bandmate, sister and friend, whose fierce spirit, humor and boundless creativity helped shape L7 and changed all of our lives forever.
“Jennifer was a true original who lived entirely on her own terms, and the impact she made on music, art and everyone lucky enough to know her cannot be measured. We love her beyond words and will carry her with us always.
“Rest in power, our dear friend.
“With love, L7”.
After revealing her diagnosis with an aggressive form of brain cancer and announcing her withdrawal from the band’s farewell tour on July 13, Finch became the focus of a GoFundMe campaign that raised more than $375,000. The funds were intended to cover in-home nursing care, medical equipment, physical and speech therapy, home-care expenses, and to help complete a creative project she had hoped to finish in 2027.
Earlier this month, L7 explained that The Last Hurrah Tour had been planned “when all four of us were in good health and spirits,” but Jennifer Finch was forced to step away after being diagnosed with cancer. Despite her condition, Finch encouraged the band to carry on with the tour without her. For the remaining dates, she was temporarily replaced by Tsuzumi Okai, who previously toured as LIMP BIZKIT’s bassist in 2018.
“We will honor her request while making her care and well-being our immediate priority,” they wrote, before concluding: “We love her, and we want her to feel the full strength of the community that has loved and supported her for so many years.”
