Draven Bennington, child of the late LINKIN PARK singer Chester Bennington, announced on Instagram this Valentine’s Day that they are transgender and have begun their transition.
“As today is a day to celebrate love and what love truly means, whether it’s for a partner, family, or ourselves, I thought it would be the perfect time to show some love to myself,” Draven wrote in a typed note shared on social media. “For a long time, I tried to be someone, someone I truly wasn’t on the inside. Ignoring it worked for a while, but continuously coming to the crossroads of being happy or being complacent was one I couldn’t keep crossing.”
Draven shared that they came out as transgender and started hormone replacement therapy in August 2024, calling it “the best decision I’ve ever made.”
Draven has received strong support since their announcement, including from their mother, Samantha Bennington, and other family and friends.
Samantha Bennington, Chester‘s former wife (from 1996 to 2005), commented on the post, expressing her love and pride for Draven.
“I’m so proud of you. I love you with all my heart and soul,” Samantha wrote. “You’re my favorite human on the planet. I just want you happy and healthy forever and always.”
Chester Bennington died by suicide by hanging on July 20, 2017, at his private residence in Palos Verdes Estates, California. He had struggled with depression and substance abuse for many years.
Source: metaladdicts.com
