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Richie Sambora is opening up about his decision to leave Bon Jovi back in 2013.

If you don’t remember, the guitarist didn’t show up for one of the band’s shows on their sold-out concert tour and decided to quit the group to be with his family.

“It wasn’t a popular decision by any means, obviously, but there was really almost no choice about it. I had a lot of conscious work to do around [my personal life],” Richie said in a new interview with People.

Richie decided to put his daughter Ava first at the time and be with her. She is now 23.

“We’ve been through a lot of things together. That was a time of psychological maintenance for the family,” he continued. “You know, I ain’t no angel. But I realized, Ava needed me to be around at that point in time. Family had to come first, and that’s what happened.”

“I love being a dad more than anything,” Richie said. “Luckily I was making enough money to be able to have a private plane, get my ass home and see my kid even if it was only for one day. If it was Halloween, it was boom, home.”

Ava‘s mom is actress Heather Locklear. She said of her dad, “He showed up to every dance recital I performed in and all of my school functions no matter how far he had to travel. He even flew all the way from Australia to surprise me at my father-daughter dance.”

Of his daughter, Richie said, “I brought a child into this world and I do not take it lightly… I’m very, very proud of her and the way she turned out. She’s an amazing young woman with a bright future. She’s just dedicated to being a good person. And she is.”

Bon Jovi is the latest band to cancel their upcoming tour because of the coronavirus pandemic.

In an announcement, the band explained their reasons behind the cancellation further.

“Due to the ongoing global pandemic, it is no longer feasible for Bon Jovi to tour this summer. Given these difficult times, we have made the decision to cancel the tour entirely,” the band shared in a statement via Billboard.

The band continued, “This will enable ticketholders to get refunds to help pay their bills or buy groceries. These are trying times. You’ve always been there for us and we’ll always be there for you. We look forward to seeing everyone again on tour when we can all safely be together. We will continue to send out news and updates on Bon Jovi touring in the weeks and months to come.”

Bon Jovi‘s tour was expected to start up in June.

Learn more about Ticketmaster’s plan for refunds.

Jon Bon Jovi is trying to bring people together during this difficult time.

The 58-year-old musician took to Instagram on Sunday (March 22) to share that he wrote the first verse for a new song “Do What You Can” – and he’s asking fans to help him finish the song.

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“These are trying times we’re going through, uncharted territory, the great unknown,” Jon shared. “But one this is for sure: we’re going to make it through. Now, I did what I do best, which is to sit down with my guitar and try to put something to words for you, maybe to brighten up your day.”

Jon continued: “Here’s my idea: we write this one together. I’m going to give you the chorus, I’m going to give you the first verse. I’m going to play the second verse, but you tell me your story. Tell me what you’re going through. Tell me how you’re feeling, tell me if you’re hurtin’, talk about that high school graduation that’s going to be canceled. Talk about that prom you just might not have. Talk about that baby coming, there’s just nothing you can do about that. Talk about the paycheck that you’re losing. Talk about being afraid. Looking out your window and wondering what to make of all this.”

If you missed it, one of Jon Bon Jovi‘s bandmates recently tested positive for the virus.

David Bryan is opening up about his coronavirus diagnosis.

The 58-year-old rock star, best known as the keyboard player for Bon Jovi, spoke out on social media on Saturday (March 21).

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“I just got my results back today and tested positive for corona virus. I’ve been sick for a week and feeling better each day. Please don’t be afraid!!! It’s the flu not the plague. I’ve have been quarantined for a week and will for another week. And when I feel better I’ll get tested again to make sure I’m free of this nasty virus. Please help out each other. This will be over soon… with the help of every American !!😎💪❤️,” he wrote on Instagram.

Plenty of stars are coming forward with their diagnosis to raise awareness and keep the public aware that they should maintain social distancing. See who else…

Bon Jovi is officially a part of rock and roll history!

The band – Jon Bon Jovi, Hugh McDonald, David Bryan, and Tico Torres along with former members Alec John Such and Richie Sambora – hit the red carpet with their families as they arrived at the 2018 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday (April 14) in Cleveland, Ohio.

During the ceremony, Bon Jovi was introduced on stage during longtime fan and friend Howard Stern who shared tons of funny stories during his speech.

When Jon hit the stage, he shared that he’s been writing this acceptance speech for years.

“Some days I write the ‘Thank you’ speech, sometimes I write the ‘F–k you’ speech,” Jon said. “In the end, it’s all about time. It took a lot of people to get us here tonight.”

During the ceremony, the band also performed their hit songs “You Give Love a Bad Name” and “It’s My Life.”

The ceremony will be aired on HBO on Sunday, May 5.

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Bon Jovi received a major honor at tonight’s 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards!

The band – led by frontman Jon Bon Jovi – hit the stage The Forum on Sunday (March 11) in Los Angeles to perform a couple of their hit songs including “Shot Through the Heart” and “It’s My Life.”

After their performance, Olympian Shaun White honored Bon Jovi with the Icon Award for their 35-year career!

“I want to thank the three and a half decades of fans that have been listening to Bon Jovi songs,” Jon said in his acceptance speech. “We’ve been at this game a long time and the only advice I’ll tell this incredible generation of incredible talent is just stay true to who you are, and then they’re going to make you guys icons too someday.”

Watch their acceptance speech below!

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Bon Jovi take over the red carpet at the 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards held at The Forum on Sunday (March 11) in Los Angeles.

The rock group are set to take the stage for a performance during the ceremony.

Last week, Bon Jovi‘s re-release of their album This House Is Not For Sale with two extra songs hit number one on the Billboard 200 chart for the second week in a row.

Bon Jovi are about to embark on their This House Is Not For Sale Tour later this week. Head to BonJovi.com for ticket info.

Tune in to the 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards airing RIGHT NOW on TNT, TBS, and TruTV.