Bradley Kirk Arnold (born September 27, 1978) is an American

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, best known as the

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and

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(and only remaining original member) of the rock band 3 Doors Down.

Early life

Arnold grew up in

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. He wrote the song "

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" in high school during math class at age 15.

Career

Arnold is a founding member of 3 Doors Down, and was 16 years old at the time of the band's formation. Arnold was initially both a

and a singer, before focusing on the latter role around the time

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ist Chris Henderson joined the band. He has been sober for over 5 years and the only clean member of the original band. Matt Roberts left and later died from substance overdose and Harrel was arrested for a buzzed car crash.

Discography

Personal life

Arnold is a recovering

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who stopped drinking in 2016. He was married to his first wife Terika Roberts from 2001 to 2007. He married his second wife, Jennifer Sanderford, in 2009. One of Brad's hobbies is deep sea fishing.

References

1978 births Singers from Mississippi Living people 3 Doors Down members People from Jackson County, Mississippi 21st-century American singers American baritones American drummers {{US-rock-singer-stub