Weezer has recently captured headlines due to two significant events: their addition to the Coachella 2025 lineup and an incident involving Jillian Lauren, the wife of bassist Scott Shriner.
Weezer Joins Coachella 2025 Lineup
Organizers of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival have announced that Weezer will perform on Saturday, April 12, during the festival’s first weekend. This addition follows the withdrawal of FKA Twigs from the lineup due to visa issues. Ed Sheeran has also been added to the roster, scheduled to perform on April 19.
Incident Involving Jillian Lauren
On April 8, Jillian Lauren, a 51-year-old author and wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, was shot by Los Angeles police in the Eagle Rock neighborhood. Police were searching for hit-and-run suspects when Lauren allegedly emerged from her home with a handgun. Despite commands to drop the weapon, she reportedly pointed it at officers, prompting them to open fire. Lauren sustained a non-life-threatening shoulder injury, was treated at a hospital, and subsequently charged with attempted murder.
Impact on Weezer
Despite these events, Weezer’s performance at Coachella is set to proceed as scheduled. The band has not released an official statement regarding the incident involving Lauren. Fans are expressing support for the band during this challenging time.
These developments have brought significant attention to Weezer, intertwining their musical endeavors with personal challenges.
