Jane's Addiction and Perry Farrell Reach Settlement in Lawsuit Over Onstage Fight

Jane's Addiction and Perry Farrell have reached a settlement in their lawsuit over an onstage fight during the band's reunion tour last year. The lawsuit was filed by the band's former members, Dave Navarro, Eric Avery, and Stephen Perkins, who quit the band after the fight. Perry Farrell apologized for the incident and the lawsuits have been dismissed.

The incident occurred during a concert in Los Angeles in 2024, where Perry Farrell got into a physical altercation with his bandmates. The fight led to the band's breakup, and the former members sued Farrell for assault and battery.

In a statement, Perry Farrell said, 'I want to apologize for my behavior during the reunion tour. I was wrong to engage in the physical altercation with my bandmates, and I'm grateful that we've been able to resolve this matter amicably.'

The settlement terms were not disclosed, but the lawsuit has been dismissed, and the band's members have agreed to move forward.

Jane's Addiction has been a prominent band in the alternative rock scene since the 1980s, known for their unique sound and energetic live performances. The band's reunion tour was highly anticipated, but the incident on stage led to a bitter split between the band members.

The settlement marks the end of a long and tumultuous chapter in the band's history. Perry Farrell has been open about his struggles with addiction and personal issues, and the incident on stage was a culmination of those struggles.

The band's fans are relieved that the matter has been resolved, and they can now look forward to new music and performances from Jane's Addiction.

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