As most people know, the world lost an incredible singer and incredible man on July 20, 2017. Chester Bennington, Linkin Park’s frontman, took his own life on the birthday of dear friend, Chris Cornell— who also committed suicide just a few months prior in May. With this tragic news, it's important to remember him not for his death, but for his life.
He was someone more than just a man struggling against his demons, but instead, he was an inspiration with one of the most loving fanbases. Whether it was his piercing screams or beautiful and soft lyrics, he proved to be a multi-talented singer who always comforted fans as they fought their own battles and demons.
Here are 18 ways his legacy will never die in the music industry:
1. The performance of "Hunger Strike" with Chris Cornell.
2. When he joined Stone Temple Pilots.
3. His pride in his family.
4. The famous, "shut up when I'm talking to you!"
5. His open letter to Chris Cornell.
6. An article about him in "Men's Fitness Magazine."
7. When he broke his arm during a concert, but finished the set anyways.
8. The time he impressed Jay-Z.
9. His awkward fan encounter.
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10. His "Given Up" scream.
11. Linkin Park's "Rolling in the Deep" cover.
12. The openness and lessons of his struggles.
13. His faith in the band's work.
14. The wide vocal range he sang.
15. His role in "Saw 3D (VII)."
16. The band's humanitarian efforts.
