L7 has announced the death of bassist Jennifer Finch, who passed away on Saturday, July 18, after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer. She was 59.
The news comes less than a week after the band revealed Finch‘s diagnosis and confirmed that she would no longer be able to participate in “The Last Hurrah Tour”, L7‘s farewell world trek. Despite her health struggles, Jennifer urged her bandmates to continue with the tour as planned.
Confirming her passing in a statement shared on social media, the band wrote: “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.”
L7 continued: “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“.
Earlier this month, the band explained that “The Last Hurrah Tour” had originally been planned while all four members were “in good health and spirits,” but Finch‘s diagnosis forced a change in plans. According to the group, Jennifer personally wanted the farewell run to move forward without her.
“We will honor her request while making her care and well-being our immediate priority,” the band said at the time, later adding: “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.”
For the upcoming concerts, Jennifer‘s role will be filled by Tsuzumi Okai, who previously toured with Limp Bizkit as the band’s bassist in 2018.
Following the announcement of Finch‘s illness and her withdrawal from the tour on July 13, fans responded with an outpouring of support. A GoFundMe campaign raised more than $375,000 to help cover in-home nursing care, medical equipment, physical and speech therapy, additional home-care costs, and to support the completion of a creative project that was expected to be released in 2027.
