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Jon Bon Jovi Reflects on Heartbreak Over Sambora's Departure

9/25/2025

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Jon Bon Jovi says he remains heartbroken about Richie Sambora's 2013 departure from the band.
Sambora left in 2013 to focus on co-parenting his daughter.
Bon Jovi says there was no conflict behind the exit, citing Sambora's substance abuse and anxiety.
Sambora expressed regret in a 2024 documentary; Bon Jovi says they have not been in contact since.

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Jon Bon Jovi says he remains heartbroken about Richie Sambora's 2013 departure from the band.
Sambora left in 2013 to focus on co-parenting his daughter.
Bon Jovi says there was no conflict behind the exit, citing Sambora's substance abuse and anxiety.
Sambora expressed regret in a 2024 documentary; Bon Jovi says they have not been in contact since.