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Bon Jovi Reflects on Heartbreak Over Sambora's Departure

9/23/2025

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Jon Bon Jovi says he remains heartbroken by Richie Sambora's departure, described in a podcast interview.
He praised Sambora's talent and lamented the departure, noting it took years to reconnect.
Sambora left during the 2013 tour to focus on personal issues, including co-parenting.
A 2024 documentary shows Sambora apologizing for his exit; Bon Jovi says no animosity or fights.

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Jon Bon Jovi says he remains heartbroken by Richie Sambora's departure, described in a podcast interview.
He praised Sambora's talent and lamented the departure, noting it took years to reconnect.
Sambora left during the 2013 tour to focus on personal issues, including co-parenting.
A 2024 documentary shows Sambora apologizing for his exit; Bon Jovi says no animosity or fights.