Slipknot's DJ and percussionist Sid Wilson has reportedly been sacked from the band over his treatment of fellow members, according to a TMZ report citing sources close to the musician. The dismissal, revealed on 31 July, has not been confirmed by either Wilson or Slipknot, but sources describe it as the culmination of long-standing frustration within the group rather than a sudden decision, making it a significant shake-up for one of metal's most prominent acts.

According to the report, the 49-year-old's exit came after his bandmates "finally had enough of Sid's behaviour", specifically the way he treated them. TMZ claims Slipknot had intended to announce the departure themselves last week, but the outlet breaking the story first meant the band lost control of how the news emerged. The article also references a scathing statement from Wilson's ex-fiancée, Kelly Osbourne, though further detail on her comments was not included in the available text.