Mick Jagger’s Emotional Reaction to Girlfriend’s Tragic Demise Reveals a New Facet of the Rock Star
The Rolling Stones’ Personal Tragedies Beyond their stellar success and global fame, members of the Rolling Stones have dealt with personal tragedies, including depression, grief, and heartbreak.
One such sorrowful event was the death of Mick Jagger’s girlfriend, L’Wren Scott, which unveiled a different, more vulnerable side of the rock legend. The profound sorrow he expressed following her death was made evident in a statement he made after headlining the British Summer Time concert in Hyde Park.
The Tragic Loss of L’Wren ScottL’Wren Scott’s death occurred while the Rolling Stones were touring Australia in 2014. The tour was immediately put on hold, with Jagger returning to New York, where he had been residing with Scott, a successful model and fashion designer.Following the confirmation of Scott’s death, Jagger released a heartfelt message on his website, a rare public display of his personal emotions. “I’m still struggling to understand how my love and best friend could end her life in such a tragic way. We spent many wonderful years together and had made a great life for ourselves,” he wrote.