The thing that stinks for me the most is that, if he had to stay in LA due to personal reasons, why would he skip the show in Staples Center? If they don't officially announce the reason for Richie's absence, then he at least should make an appearance on the show (during Wanted, for example) and make a short speech (similar like when Steven Tyler appeared on Joe Perry's solo show to deny rumours about him leaving Aerosmith). If he doesn't appear in the LA show in any capacity, then I'll probably start believing the conspiracies I had first found ridicolous just a few days ago.

Never even thought of that, good point. Not showing up to the LA show is akin to saying "The personal matter is band related".

Same typical shit as usual. Don't dare talk about it or you are not respecting the whole privacy thing. Don't ask for a refund or you are not a true fan (one who said it has actually SAID that Jon can sing a phonebook and she would be ok because Jon is so dreamy). Don't blame Jon, Don't blame Richie and don't ask any questions. That basically covers the vibe over there.

Very creepy. Why do people still post there, if free speech isn't encouraged???

It's kind of weird how bent I am on this. On one hand I want Richie back as soon as posible, but on the other hand, I'd like for Phil X to get to play a stadium. I think the dude deserves it....

Richie Sambora Leaves Bon Jovi Because He's Sick And Tired Of Jon's Flatulence During Shows

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Wild is indeed the wind as Sugar Daddy star Richie Sambora has sensationally left Bon Jovi after front man Jon Bon Jovi reeked havoc on his senses during the bands current tour, leaving the guitarist with no other option than to leave the band.

An insider has revealed that Jon's singing wasn't the only bum notes he was delivering on the recent tour. "Jon has always been known to release the odd stinker in his time but on the latest tour he has been emitting more toxic gas than a nuclear reactor" Keen eyed fans will have noticed that bass player and badger enthusiast Hugh McDonald has moved further back on the stage on recent tours, many believe this has been a deliberate ploy to escape Jon's stench. Even Tico "tin tin" Torres has got in on the act by putting up a glass shield around his drum kit to ward off any wayward whiff. Richie had no way of getting away from the smell though and has grown increasingly tired of the band leaders callous pong.

A source close to the band claims that Richie broke down several times due to Jon's irksome condition. "Richie tried to deal with it, on a few shows he stuck mints up his nose but it didn't help, he realised after the bands recent break that he loved fresh air too much and decided to call it a day" The band are currently continuing their mammoth tour without Sambora, fans are said to be ambivalent about the current situation.

Source: www.dailygossip.com/samboradontlikesmell

"Having Jon as my partner for 26 years, I’ve been inspired and challenged to become a better musician, a songwriter, an artist, and a human being. I’ve been blessed with Jon for these last 26 years and I’ve learned the meaning of trust, lo.yalty, and brotherhood. And my life is richer for it. Jon, you are beyond my brother." — Richie Sambora

I wonder if Richie's mother has become ill. He's an only child so he's the only one who can make decisions if she's incapable of it. I can certainly see his not wanting to make something like that public knowledge and it really *isn't* the fans' business.

It would be better for Jon and the band if Richie made whatever this "personal matter" is known to the world. But you have to respect that if it's a family issue, he would want to keep it quiet.

That's way too rational Becky! :)

Re: the shows, have they been doing the Keep The Faith jam with Phil X? He tweeted that KTF had some "special moments" for him in Winnipeg.

Best post ever. :D:D:D:D

Finally the truth arises!