Metallica’s James Hetfield’s life after he divorced his wife: ‘Career flourished, have a new lover who is 10 years younger’

James Hetfield discreetly separated from his spouse.

James Hetfield, the composer for Metallica, and his spouse Francesca have chosen to end their 25-year marriage.

Hetfield and Francesca kept their divorce from the public secret when they filed for divorce earlier this year.

Francesca and James Hetfield were married in August 1997, and they have always eschewed the spotlight for their union. Despite the fact that their breakup is now public knowledge, none of them has made any comments about it.

Cali, Marcella, and Castor are Hetfield and Francesca’s three children. Their children’s precise ages are still a mystery. Hetfield hasn’t revealed much about his relationship with Francesca throughout the years, although he has spoken about how he didn’t put his family before his career.

There was a divide in the path at my 50th birthday. I’m thinking, “I have to go out on a high note because I’m this rocker dude.” As an artist, I face challenges in my work. I have to fight; I have to fight. Maybe the elevator needs to descend further, or maybe I need to fall farther. I still have more research to do. I have to demonstrate to my supporters that they are the most important thing in my life. I neglected to consider the other division: my family.

Francesca is a well-known costume designer with many years of experience in the fashion world. At now, there are no public details on her personal life.

It was during Francesca’s participation in Metallica’s Wherever We May Tour that Hetfield and her first became acquainted. On many tours, Francesca has been sighted traveling with Hetfield and the band.

The problems James Hetfield has had with addiction and other matters. James Hetfield battled addiction for a very long time.

James Hetfield said on NPR’s Fresh Air that his wife assisted him in managing his anger management problems. himself said that both Francesca and himself were embarrassed by his destructive inclinations.

In 2001, the well-known singer battled addiction and checked herself into a recovery facility. In 2019, he returned to treatment after battling alcoholism. In January 2020, he made his debut in public after his rehabilitation at the Petersen Automotive Museum reception.

Hetfield has won nine Grammy Awards and is most recognized for being one of Metallica’s co-founders. Ten studio albums, three live albums, four extended plays, and 24 singles have all been released by him.

Hetfield previously played with Leather Charm, but the band broke up when one of the lead singers left, and he joined drummer Lars Ulrich on Metallica.