Sep 2, 1977 – Oct 18, 2025 (Age 48)
Samuel Robert Rivers, aged 48, the bass-player and backing vocalist who helped drive the sonic engine of the nu-metal powerhouse Limp Bizkit, died on October 18, 2025. His death was announced by the band in a social-media message that described him as "our brother… our bandmate… our heartbeat."...
Read MoreMy brother attended Arlington Middle School around the same time. My parents said that he had to hide his lunch money in his socks lol. He was a talented guitar player and taught my son music. He passed in 2022. We all leave this earth at different times, but the music legacy lives on. Love to the family
Melissa H
November 03, 2025
My condolences. You were an inspiration to me through my younger years and my older years. You will be missed. Prayers for you and your family. LB
Leo Solana
October 27, 2025
My sincere condolences to Sam Rivers´s family, friends, and fans. His talent and creativity were essential to the sound and success of Limp Bizkit, and his music touched countless lives. May his memory and his art continue to inspire. Rest in peace. Respectfully, Tom Berbas
Tom Berbas
October 26, 2025
I would like to offer my utmost condolences to the Rivers family. Sam was the most talented bass player I´ve ever played with in our band Malachi Sage even before leaving to for Limp Bizkit with Fred. He was such an amazing presence on stage with the most fluid style that filled in every pocket, so there was no need for a second guitarist. I´m saddened to hear of his early passing, but the memories of every practice and of every gig will always stay fresh in my mind. You will always be missed...
Lee Van Harrison
October 26, 2025
Sam saved my life and inspired me everyday. He was so kind to me and I´ll be grateful to him forever. My heart goes out to all of his family, friends, and bandmates. Rest easy, my hero
Kerissa DeCrenza
October 25, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all- family and friends. I pray God will give you the strength you need to get through this difficult time. To be absent from the body is to be present with the lord. ~Cherie Hodges RIP Sam. Missing you.
Cherie Hodges
October 25, 2025
Thank you Sam, for being a great person and creating the greatest bass lines of our generation
Forrest
October 25, 2025
Thanks for all the amazing bass lines and the memories over the last 3 decades of my life. You are a legend Sam. And forever you will live on those discs you left your souls imprints on, and in so many other peoples hearts, minds, and lives. - Chris
Chris Rucker
October 25, 2025
Rockville 2024. Nothing beats witnessing a legend in person doing what they are crafted to do. RIP
Tylr Mckenzie
October 25, 2025
