The Offspring's founding guitarist Kevin 'Noodles' Wasserman has stepped away from the band's current US tour, revealing he is dealing with a 'fairly serious health issue'. He announced the news on the band's social media channels, stating he does not know when he will return to the stage.
Statement on Social Media
In a statement posted on Instagram and Facebook, Wasserman said: "It is with deep sadness that I have to announce that I need to step away from live performances for a while to deal with a sudden and fairly serious health issue."
He added: "The rest of the band has my back, is super supportive, and will keep rocking you all in my absence. I hope to be back on stage sooner rather than later. Until then, I will miss all of you with all of my heart. Thanks for keeping me in your thoughts. I really appreciate it. - Noodles."
Support from Fans and Fellow Musicians
Fans and famous friends quickly shared messages of support in the comments section. Simple Plan star Pierre Bouvier said: "Hope you’re ok brother. Sending love and positivity. You’re a legend…. You got this."
A follower also said: "Sending positive vibes to you and the family. love you nudz, you r so strong, we'll be here for u always." A third added: "Hey man, we will be rocking with the band, waiting to rock out with YOU again on stage!"
Upcoming Shows Continue
The group, formed in 1984, have been touring the United States. Days before the statement, Noodles took the stage with his bandmates in San Diego on October 18. While Noodles will no longer be part of their upcoming gigs, the show will go on.
The punk-rock band will play in Los Angeles on Saturday, October 24, before traveling to Las Vegas on November 6. Further gigs will take place at the Corona Capital 2026 festival in Mexico City on November 21, before they conclude their tour on January 16 in Los Angeles for the iHeartRadio ALTer Ego 2027 festival. It's not yet known when Noodles will return.
Bandmates Like Brothers
In a 2024 chat with People, Noodles said his bandmates were like brothers to him. Speaking about fellow founding member Dexter Holland, he joked the pair operate as "brothers, friends [and] bitter enemies at times."
He said: "No, we do have our disagreements and our arguments usually around stuff that has nothing to do with music. But ultimately we have a lot of mutual respect for each other and love for each other."
