Sam Rivers, the bassist and co-founder of Limp Bizkit, died at the age of 48. Although the band and reports have not officially disclosed the precise cause of his death, it is known that Rivers struggled with severe liver disease caused by excessive alcohol consumption. He had to leave Limp Bizkit temporarily in 2015 to address these health issues, underwent treatment for alcoholism, and received a liver transplant. Despite this, his health challenges were significant and likely contributed to his untimely death. The band expressed deep sorrow, calling him the "heartbeat" of their music and a true legend.