Slipknot Faces Fan Backlash Over Marilyn Manson Tour Support Announcement

POLICY WIRE — London, UK — Slipknot is encountering significant public outcry following the announcement that Marilyn Manson will serve as the supporting act for their upcoming stadium tour.

The tour, revealed on Monday, includes scheduled performances across South America and a high-profile date at London’s Wembley Stadium in 2027.

Fans of the metal group have taken to social media to express their intent to boycott the shows, citing long-standing abuse allegations against Manson. The controversy stems from 2021, when actor Evan Rachel Wood publicly identified Manson as her abuser, an act that encouraged more than a dozen other women to share similar accounts of alleged misconduct.

Manson, born Brian Warner, has consistently denied all allegations brought against him. In response to the initial 2021 claims, he characterized the accusations as horrible distortions of reality and maintained that his intimate relationships were entirely consensual.

The backlash was immediate on the band’s social media platforms, with thousands of followers expressing deep disappointment. Comments ranged from fans questioning the decision to include Manson on the bill to others stating they would refuse to purchase tickets due to his involvement.

Wood, 39, previously alleged that Manson began grooming her when she was a teenager and subjected her to years of abuse. A defamation lawsuit filed by Manson against Wood was dismissed by a Los Angeles judge in 2023.

Neither Slipknot nor the 57-year-old singer have responded to requests for comment regarding the fan reaction. Support resources for those affected by domestic abuse remain available, including the national domestic abuse helpline at 0808 2000 247 in the UK and the 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) hotline in the United States.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)