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Jim Root Comment Raises Questions About Reports of Sid Wilson’s Alleged Firing From Slipknot: ‘Don’t Believe Everything You Read’
Slipknot guitarist Jim Root has appeared to cast doubt on reports that turntablist Sid Wilson was fired from the band after more than 28 years, warning fans not to "believe everything you read." TMZ had reported on 31 July that a source close to the band confirmed Wilson had been permanently let go, though no reason or timing was given, five months after he reportedly ended his engagement to Kelly Osbourne. Root's comment matters because it introduces uncertainty into what had been reported as settled news, and because neither Slipknot nor Wilson has publicly confirmed the split.
Root posted the remark in a now-expired Instagram Story the same day the firing was reported, writing: "Don't believe everything you read. Stop. Think. Take a breath. Sit with it for awhile. Maybe. Just maybe even wait until there's more information." Representatives for Slipknot's label and Root's own label had not responded to requests for comment, and Wilson's costume remained listed on the band's official website. Wilson, born in Des Moines to English parents, joined the nu-metal band in 1995 and has featured on every studio album since their 1999 debut, also performing solo as DJ Starscream/SID; he and Osbourne had welcomed a son in 2022 before their reported split.
In short
- Jim Root hints reports of Sid Wilson's Slipknot firing may be premature.
- TMZ said Wilson was fired 31 July; no reason given.
- Neither Slipknot nor Wilson has confirmed the departure publicly.
Explained simply
Slipknot are an American heavy metal band formed in Iowa in the 1990s. They are known for their masked stage costumes and a large line-up that includes musicians playing guitars, drums and turntables.
Jim Root is one of the band’s guitarists, while Sid Wilson performs turntables and has also released solo music as DJ Starscream. Wilson joined Slipknot in 1995 and has played on its studio albums since its 1999 debut.
The band’s line-up matters to fans because its members have helped shape its sound over many years. Reports about a member leaving can therefore prompt questions about the group’s future, especially when the band and the member have not publicly confirmed a departure.