History of Marilyn Manson in Timeline
Marilyn Manson, born Brian Hugh Warner, is an American rock musician and the frontman of the band Marilyn Manson, formed in 1989. Known for his controversial stage persona and blending of industrial rock with elements of shock rock, Manson gained prominence in the 1990s. His stage name, a combination of Marilyn Monroe and Charles Manson, reflects the band's thematic exploration of the dichotomy between good and evil, beauty and ugliness, and fame and infamy. Manson's music and performances often challenge societal norms and address themes of religion, sex, violence, and conformity, leading to both critical acclaim and public controversy.
January 5, 1969: Brian Hugh Warner Born
On January 5, 1969, Brian Hugh Warner, who would later be known as Marilyn Manson, was born. He is an American rock musician and the lead singer of the band Marilyn Manson.
1987: Graduation from GlenOak High School
In 1987, Brian Warner graduated from GlenOak High School.
1989: Band Formed with Scott Putesky
In 1989, Brian Warner formed the band Marilyn Manson with guitarist Scott Putesky. Warner wrote lyrics, and Putesky composed most of the music.
1989: Band Formation
In 1989, Marilyn Manson formed his band of the same name. He is the only constant member of the band.
1990: First Demo Tape
In 1990, Marilyn Manson, along with a revolving lineup of musicians, recorded the band's first demo tape as Marilyn Manson & the Spooky Kids.
1990: Enrollment at Broward Community College
In 1990, after relocating with his parents, Brian Warner enrolled at Broward Community College in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to pursue a degree in journalism.
1991: Record Deal with Sony Music
In early 1991, Marilyn Manson signed a record deal with Sony Music, but the deal was rescinded before any material was recorded for the label.
1992: Group Name Shortened
In 1992, the band's name was shortened to Marilyn Manson.
1992: Production of Jack Off Jill demo recordings
In the early 90s, specifically 1992, Marilyn Manson produced many of Jack Off Jill's demo recordings.
1993: Signing with Nothing Records
In the summer of 1993, Trent Reznor signed Marilyn Manson to his vanity label, Nothing Records.
1993: Manson's father refers to him as Manson
Since about 1993, Marilyn Manson's father started referring to him as "Manson" out of respect for the artist.
July 1994: Portrait of an American Family Released
In July 1994, Marilyn Manson's debut studio album, 'Portrait of an American Family', was released.
1994: Manson's initial trademark registration
In 1994, Marilyn Manson registered the first of four trademarks for the name "Marilyn Manson" with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
1994: Portrait of an American Family Release
In 1994, the band Marilyn Manson released the album 'Portrait of an American Family'.
May 30, 1996: Empower America press conference
On May 30, 1996, Empower America organized a bipartisan press conference criticizing the record industry for selling "prepackaged, shrink-wrapped nihilism", specifically targeting rap music and Marilyn Manson's Smells Like Children album. C. Delores Tucker called Smells Like Children the "dirtiest, nastiest porno record directed at children that has ever hit the market".
September 1996: Settlement with Gidget Gein
In September 1996, former bassist Gidget Gein reached a settlement with Marilyn Manson where Gein would receive US$17,500 and 20 percent of any royalties paid for recordings and for any songs he had a hand in writing. This settlement was not honored.
December 1996: Empower America criticizes MCA
In December 1996, Empower America organized another press conference criticizing MCA president Edgar Bronfman Jr. for profiting from "profanity-laced" albums by Marilyn Manson, Tupac Shakur, and Snoop Dogg.
1996: Antichrist Superstar Release
In 1996, Marilyn Manson released the album 'Antichrist Superstar', which included the hit single "The Beautiful People".
1996: Antichrist Superstar Sparks Controversy
In 1996, Marilyn Manson's second studio album, 'Antichrist Superstar', sparked a fierce backlash among Christian fundamentalists and was an immediate commercial success.
1996: Scott Putesky departed from the group
In Spring 1996, Scott Putesky (a.k.a. Daisy Berkowitz) departed from the Marilyn Manson group, which later led to a lawsuit in January 1998.
1996: Production of Jack Off Jill demo recordings
In the early 90s, specifically 1996, Marilyn Manson produced many of Jack Off Jill's demo recordings.
November 1997: Congressional Hearings on Lyrical Content
In November 1997, Marilyn Manson's lyrical content was examined during congressional hearings led by Lieberman and Sam Brownback to determine the effects of violent lyrics on young listeners. Raymond Kuntz blamed his son's suicide on the song "The Reflecting God", and Lieberman claimed Manson's music drove young listeners to suicide, calling the band the "sickest group ever promoted by a mainstream record company".
1997: Collaboration with Rasputina and Smashing Pumpkins
In 1997, Cello rock act Rasputina opened for Marilyn Manson throughout the "Dead to the World Tour". Also in 1997, Manson befriended Smashing Pumpkins vocalist Billy Corgan, and performed "Eye" and "The Beautiful People" alongside that band at the Bridge School Benefit concert. Manson also created three remixes of the song "Transylvanian Concubine", two of which appeared on their 1997 EP Transylvanian Regurgitations.
1997: Film Debut in Lost Highway
In 1997, Marilyn Manson made his film debut as an actor in David Lynch's 'Lost Highway'.
1997: MTV Video Music Awards Performance
In 1997, lead single "The Beautiful People" received three nominations at the MTV Video Music Awards, where the band also performed.
January 1998: Scott Putesky files lawsuit against Manson
In January 1998, former guitarist Scott Putesky (a.k.a. Daisy Berkowitz) filed a $15 million lawsuit against Marilyn Manson, the band, and the band's attorney, David Codikow, claiming unpaid royalties, publishing rights, and performance fees.
November 30, 1998: Craig Marks files lawsuit against Manson
On November 30, 1998, SPIN editor Craig Marks filed a $24-million lawsuit against Marilyn Manson and his bodyguards after the band accumulated over $25,000 in damages during their Mechanical Animals Tour in Poughkeepsie, New York.
1998: Possible start of Celebritarian Corporation
Celebritarian Corporation, in some form, may have started in 1998, according to Manson.
1998: "Beautiful Monsters Tour" with Hole
In 1998, Marilyn Manson embarked on the "Beautiful Monsters Tour" with Hole. The tour was problematic, and Hole left after nine dates. After Hole's departure, the tour was renamed the "Rock Is Dead Tour".
1998: Collaboration with DMX
In 1998, Marilyn Manson featured on "The Omen (Damien II)", a track on DMX's album Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood.
1998: Mechanical Animals Release
In 1998, Marilyn Manson released 'Mechanical Animals', taking inspiration from 1970s glam rock and adopting a style similar to David Bowie.
1998: Release of "The Dope Show" single
In 1998, a live version of "Apple of Sodom" appeared as a b-side on Marilyn Manson's single "The Dope Show".
February 1999: Manson Engaged to Rose McGowan
In February 1999, Marilyn Manson got engaged to actress Rose McGowan.
February 19, 1999: Manson counter-sues Craig Marks
On February 19, 1999, Marilyn Manson counter-sued Craig Marks for libel, slander, and defamation, seeking US$40 million in reparation, following Marks' lawsuit against him.
April 20, 1999: Columbine High School Massacre
On April 20, 1999, Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold committed the Columbine High School massacre, killing thirteen and wounding twenty-four before committing suicide. Media reports alleged they were wearing Marilyn Manson T-shirts and influenced by violence in entertainment. Despite evidence they preferred other bands, Manson was blamed for the tragedy.
1999: Appearance in Jawbreaker
In 1999, Marilyn Manson appeared in then-girlfriend Rose McGowan's film Jawbreaker.
1999: Beginning of career as a painter
In 1999, Marilyn Manson began his career as a watercolor painter, creating five-minute concept pieces and selling them.
1999: Manson's trademark registration until 1999
Until 1999, Marilyn Manson registered four trademarks for the name "Marilyn Manson" with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, protecting entertainment services, merchandising, and branding.
October 27, 2000: David Diaz sues Manson
On October 27, 2000, David Diaz, a security officer, sued Marilyn Manson for US$75,000 in a Minneapolis federal court, alleging civil battery from a concert incident. The jury found in Manson's favor.
2000: Implication in Nun's Murder and Arrest in Rome
In 2000, Marilyn Manson faced controversy when an elderly nun was murdered in Italy by schoolgirls reportedly influenced by him. Soon after, he was arrested following a concert in Rome for allegedly "tearing off his genitals," which Manson claimed was politically motivated due to his implication in the murder by Italian tabloids.
2000: Launch of Posthuman Records
In 2000, Marilyn Manson launched his own vanity label, Posthuman Records, which released two albums.
2000: Holy Wood Album Release
In 2000, Marilyn Manson released the album 'Holy Wood (In the Shadow of the Valley of Death)' as a response to mainstream media blaming him for the Columbine High School massacre.
2000: Inspiration for Holy Wood Album
In 2000, the lyrical content of Marilyn Manson's album Holy Wood (In the Shadow of the Valley of Death) was largely inspired by the Columbine massacre. Manson stated it was a rebuttal to the accusations leveled against him by mainstream media in connection to the tragedy.
January 2001: Engagement with Rose McGowan ends
In January 2001, Rose McGowan ended her engagement with Marilyn Manson, citing "lifestyle differences".
July 30, 2001: Manson charged with sexual misconduct
On July 30, 2001, Marilyn Manson was charged with sexual misconduct against a security officer, Joshua Keasler, during a concert in Clarkston, Michigan. He pleaded no contest to reduced charges, paid a fine, and settled the lawsuit under undisclosed terms.
2001: Relationship with Dita Von Teese Begins
In 2001, Marilyn Manson began a relationship with burlesque dancer, model, and costume designer Dita Von Teese.
2001: Release of Godhead's album on Posthuman Records
In 2001, Posthuman Records released Godhead's album 2000 Years of Human Error, which featured Marilyn Manson performing vocals on the track "Break You Down".
April 3, 2002: Maria St. John files lawsuit against Manson
On April 3, 2002, Maria St. John sued Marilyn Manson, accusing him of providing her daughter, Jennifer Syme, with cocaine and instructing her to drive under the influence, leading to Syme's fatal car crash after leaving a party at Manson's house.
2002: Appearance in Bowling for Columbine
In 2002, Marilyn Manson discussed the Columbine massacre and its aftermath in Michael Moore's documentary Bowling for Columbine, providing his perspective on the media's portrayal of his role in the tragedy.
2002: Live performance with Eminem
In 2002, Marilyn Manson joined Eminem on-stage for several live performances of "The Way I Am", featured on Eminem's video album All Access Europe.
2002: Collaboration on Queen of the Damned soundtrack and Linkin Park remix
In 2002, Marilyn Manson performed vocals on "Redeemer" for the album Queen of the Damned: Music from the Motion Picture, and contributed a remix of Linkin Park's song "By Myself" to the album Reanimation. He also collaborated with Marco Beltrami on the score for the film Resident Evil.
2002: Collaboration with Make-A-Wish Foundation
In 2002, Marilyn Manson worked with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, inviting 16-year-old Andrew Baines to record backing vocals for The Golden Age of Grotesque album in the band's recording studio.
2002: Tainted Love Cover
In 2002, Marilyn Manson's cover of "Tainted Love" became an international hit, peaking at number one in several territories.
2002: First Art Show
In 2002, Marilyn Manson's first art show, 'The Golden Age of Grotesque', was held at the Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions center.
2002: First art show, The Golden Age of Grotesque
On September 13–14, 2002, Marilyn Manson's first art show, The Golden Age of Grotesque, was held at the Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions Centre.
June 30, 2003: Jodi Jones Murder
On June 30, 2003, 14-year-old Jodi Jones was murdered in Scotland. Marilyn Manson's film Doppelherz and paintings depicting the Black Dahlia were presented as evidence during the trial of her boyfriend, Luke Mitchell, who was found guilty.
2003: Media Blame in French Vandalism Case
In 2003, French media blamed Marilyn Manson when several teenagers vandalized the graves of British war heroes in Arras, France, further fueling controversies surrounding his image and influence.
2003: Celebrity Deathmatch video game Soundtrack
In 2003, Marilyn Manson's likeness was featured in the Celebrity Deathmatch video game, and he recorded a song for the game's soundtrack.
2003: Dissolution of Posthuman Records
In 2003, Marilyn Manson's vanity label Posthuman Records was dissolved.
March 22, 2004: Manson Proposes to Dita Von Teese
On March 22, 2004, Marilyn Manson proposed to Dita Von Teese.
2004: Appearance in The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things
In 2004, Marilyn Manson appeared in Asia Argento's film The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things.
2004: Development of Phantasmagoria begins
In 2004, Marilyn Manson began working on his directorial debut, Phantasmagoria: The Visions of Lewis Carroll.
2004: Lest We Forget Release
In 2004, Marilyn Manson released the greatest hits compilation 'Lest We Forget: The Best Of'.
2004: Second art exhibition, 'Trismegistus'
On September 14–15, 2004, Marilyn Manson held a second art exhibition on the first night in Paris and the second in Berlin. The show was named 'Trismegistus'.
July 2005: Shift in focus to filmmaking
In July 2005, Marilyn Manson told Rolling Stone that he was shifting his focus from music to filmmaking.
2005: Celebritarian Corporation incubated
In 2005, Marilyn Manson said that the Celebritarian Corporation had been "incubating for seven years".
December 30, 2006: Dita Von Teese files for divorce
On December 30, 2006, Dita Von Teese filed for divorce from Marilyn Manson, citing "irreconcilable differences".
2006: Liner notes for Jack Off Jill compilation
In 2006, Marilyn Manson wrote the liner notes to Jack Off Jill's compilation album Humid Teenage Mediocrity 1992–1996.
August 2, 2007: Stephen Bier files lawsuit against Manson
On August 2, 2007, former band member Stephen Bier filed a lawsuit against Marilyn Manson for unpaid "partnership proceeds", seeking $20 million in back pay.
December 2007: Manson counter-sues Stephen Bier
In December 2007, Marilyn Manson countersued Stephen Bier, claiming that Bier failed to fulfill his duties as a band member to play for recordings and to promote the band.
December 27, 2007: Divorce of Manson and Von Teese finalized
On December 27, 2007, the divorce between Marilyn Manson and Dita Von Teese was finalized in Los Angeles Superior Court.
2007: Eat Me, Drink Me Release
In 2007, Marilyn Manson released 'Eat Me, Drink Me'. The album's lyrical content largely related to the dissolution of Manson's marriage to Dita Von Teese and his affair with Evan Rachel Wood.
2007: Manson's relationship with Evan Rachel Wood Becomes Public
In 2007, Marilyn Manson's relationship with actress, model, and musician Evan Rachel Wood was made public.
2007: Slated release date for Phantasmagoria
In mid-2007, the film Phantasmagoria: The Visions of Lewis Carroll, directed by Marilyn Manson, was slated for a conventional cinema release.
2008: Golden Age of Grotesque Sales
As of 2008, the album 'The Golden Age of Grotesque' had sold 527,000 copies in the United States.
2008: Collaboration on Lady Gaga's "LoveGame" remix
In 2008, Marilyn Manson performed vocals on the Chew Fu GhettoHouse Fix remix of Lady Gaga's "LoveGame".
2008: Mansinthe wins gold at San Francisco World Spirits Competition
In 2008, Marilyn Manson's absinthe brand, Mansinthe, won a gold medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, despite receiving mixed reviews.
May 18, 2009: Larose-Cut Off Middle School Incident
On May 18, 2009, Justin Doucet entered Larose-Cut Off Middle School in Louisiana with a pistol. After being refused a demand to say "Hail Marilyn Manson", he fired shots and then shot himself, later dying from his injuries, further perpetuating the association between Manson and violent incidents.
December 28, 2009: Settlement in Bier vs Manson case
On December 28, 2009, the lawsuit between Stephen Bier and Marilyn Manson was settled, with Bier's attorneys being paid a total of $380,000.
2009: The High End of Low Release
In 2009, Marilyn Manson released 'The High End of Low'. This was their final album issued by Interscope.
January 2010: Manson Proposes to Evan Rachel Wood
In January 2010, Marilyn Manson proposed to Evan Rachel Wood during a Paris stage performance.
April 25, 2010: Postponement of the art exhibition
On April 25, 2010, the opening date of Marilyn Manson's art exhibition 'Hell, etc.' in Athens, Greece, had to be postponed due to the presence of volcanic ash cloud. The exhibition opening was delayed to April 28, 2010.
April 28, 2010: Opening of Manson's art exhibition "Hell, etc."
On April 28, 2010, Marilyn Manson's third art exhibition, "Hell, etc.", opened to the public in Athens, Greece, showcasing his recent artworks. The exhibition was postponed from April 25 due to a volcanic ash cloud.
May 2, 2010: Closing of Manson's art exhibition "Hell, etc."
May 2, 2010, marked the closing date of Marilyn Manson's art exhibition "Hell, etc." in Athens, Greece. The exhibition, featuring his recent artworks, was originally scheduled to close earlier but was extended due to a postponement.
2010: Genealogies of Pain exhibition
In 2010, Marilyn Manson revealed a series of 20 paintings entitled Genealogies of Pain, an exhibition showcased at Vienna's Kunsthalle gallery, which the artist collaborated on with David Lynch.
2010: Tainted Love in Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit trailer
In 2010, a remix of Marilyn Manson's song "Tainted Love" appeared in the debut trailer for the video game Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit.
2010: Status of Phantasmagoria
In 2010, co-writer Anthony Silva stated in an interview that the film Phantasmagoria was still in development and had not been shut down, contrary to rumors.
2010: Production shut down on Phantasmagoria
In 2010, studio bosses shut down production on Marilyn Manson's film Phantasmagoria: The Visions of Lewis Carroll due to viewers' responses to violent content.
2011: Album Sales in the US
According to Nielsen SoundScan, as of 2011, Marilyn Manson had sold 8.7 million albums in the United States alone.
2011: Signing with Cooking Vinyl
In 2011, Marilyn Manson signed a recording contract with British independent record label Cooking Vinyl.
2011: Collaboration with Skylar Grey
In 2011, Marilyn Manson was a featured vocalist on "Can't Haunt Me", a track recorded for Skylar Grey's unreleased album Invinsible.
March 2012: Lindsay Usich referred to as Manson's girlfriend
In the March 2012 issue of Revolver magazine, American photographer Lindsay Usich was referred to as Marilyn Manson's girlfriend. She is also credited as the photo source for the cover art of Manson's 2012 album, Born Villain.
2012: Born Villain Release
In 2012, Marilyn Manson released the album 'Born Villain' under Cooking Vinyl. The lead single "No Reflection" earned the band their fourth Grammy nomination.
2012: Tainted Love in Twisted Metal trailer
In 2012, a remix of Marilyn Manson's song "Tainted Love" was featured in the launch trailer of the video game Twisted Metal.
June 2013: Resurrection of Phantasmagoria
In a June 2013 interview, Marilyn Manson stated that he had "resurrected" the Phantasmagoria project, and that Roger Avary would direct it.
2013: Appearance in Californication
In 2013, Marilyn Manson appeared as himself in Showtime's comedy-drama TV series Californication.
2013: Collaboration with Avril Lavigne
In 2013, Marilyn Manson appeared on "Bad Girl", a song from Avril Lavigne's self-titled album.
2013: Contribution to Oxfam's "Rumble in the Jumble"
In 2013, Marilyn Manson contributed to Oxfam's "Rumble in the Jumble" event, which raised money to aid victims of domestic and sexual abuse in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
2013: Manson discusses owning the "Marilyn Manson" trademark
In 2013, Marilyn Manson mentioned in an interview with Larry King that he trademarked the name "Marilyn Manson".
2014: Death of Barbara J. Wyer
In 2014, Barbara J. Wyer, Marilyn Manson's mother, died.
2014: Collaboration with Emigrate
In 2014, Marilyn Manson featured on the song "Hypothetical" from Emigrate's album Silent So Long.
February 2015: Manson announces he is "newly single"
In February 2015, Marilyn Manson told Beat magazine that he is "newly single".
April 4, 2015: Manson withdraws from Phantasmagoria
On April 4, 2015, Marilyn Manson commented that he had withdrawn from the Phantasmagoria project because the writing process was damaging to his psyche.
2015: Manson discusses owning the "Marilyn Manson" trademark
In 2015 at the Cannes Lions Festival, Marilyn Manson mentioned he trademarked the name "Marilyn Manson", comparing it to Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse.
2015: Co-headlining tour with Smashing Pumpkins
In 2015, Marilyn Manson and the Smashing Pumpkins embarked on a co-headlining tour titled "The End Times Tour".
2015: The Pale Emperor Release
In 2015, Marilyn Manson released 'The Pale Emperor', which was seen as a return to form and a commercial success.
2015: Manson stops drinking absinthe
In 2015, Marilyn Manson stated that he was no longer drinking absinthe.
2015: Performance at Summer Sonic Festival with The Soul Rebels
In 2015, New Orleans brass ensemble the Soul Rebels performed "The Beautiful People" alongside Marilyn Manson at the Japanese Summer Sonic Festival.
January 2016: Casting in Salem
In January 2016, it was announced that Marilyn Manson would be joining the cast for season 3 of WGN's Salem, playing Thomas Dinley.
2016: Collaboration with Shooter Jennings
In 2016, Marilyn Manson recorded vocals on a cover of David Bowie's "Cat People (Putting Out Fire)" for Shooter Jennings's album Countach (For Giorgio).
2017: Mechanical Animals Sales
As of 2017, the album 'Mechanical Animals' has sold 1.4 million copies in the United States.
2017: Charles Manson's death
In 2017, Charles Manson, one half of the namesake of Marilyn Manson, passed away while serving a life sentence for murder and conspiracy charges.
2017: Death of Hugh Angus Warner
In 2017, Hugh Angus Warner, Marilyn Manson's father, died.
2017: Heaven Upside Down Release
In 2017, Marilyn Manson released 'Heaven Upside Down', with its single 'Kill4Me' becoming the band's highest-peaking single on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart. Manson was also injured on stage during a performance in New York.
2018: Charlyne Yi's Accusation
In 2018, actor Charlyne Yi accused Marilyn Manson of harassing them and other women on the set of the series House, adding to the growing number of allegations against him.
August 19, 2019: Incident with Videographer
On August 19, 2019, during a concert in New Hampshire, Marilyn Manson allegedly blew his nose on a videographer, leading to a misdemeanor count of simple assault.
2019: Performance at Cyndi Lauper's 'Home for the Holidays' benefit concert
In 2019, Marilyn Manson performed alongside Cyndi Lauper at her annual 'Home for the Holidays' benefit concert, with all proceeds donated to Lauper's True Colors United, which supports LGBTQ youth homelessness.
2019: God's Gonna Cut You Down Release
In 2019, Marilyn Manson released 'God's Gonna Cut You Down' as a non-album single, and it became the band's highest-peaking single on Billboard's Hot Rock Songs and Rock Digital Songs.
September 2020: Former Acquaintances Communication
In September 2020, several of Marilyn Manson's former acquaintances began communicating with one another, potentially related to future allegations or legal actions.
October 2020: Manson reveals he is married
In October 2020, Marilyn Manson revealed in an interview with Nicolas Cage on ABC News Radio that he was married in a private ceremony during the COVID-19 pandemic, with Lindsay Usich revealed as his wife.
2020: Collaboration with ASAP Ferg
In 2020, Marilyn Manson provided vocals on the song "Marilyn Manson" on the mixtape Floor Seats II by ASAP Ferg.
2020: We Are Chaos Release
In 2020, Marilyn Manson released the album 'We Are Chaos', which became the band's tenth top ten release on the Billboard 200.
2020: Release of "We Are Chaos" album
Shooter Jennings produced Marilyn Manson's 2020 album We Are Chaos.
January 21, 2021: Senator Rubio's Request for Investigation
On January 21, 2021, California State Senator Susan Rubio wrote to the FBI and the U.S. Attorney General, requesting an investigation into allegations made against Marilyn Manson by several women.
2021: Collaboration on Kanye West's album Donda
In 2021, Marilyn Manson co-wrote and was a featured artist on "Jail pt 2", a song on Kanye West's album Donda. Manson also appeared alongside West at several events promoting the album, and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album for his work on the song.
2021: Grammy Nomination for Donda
In 2021, Marilyn Manson earned a Grammy nomination for his work on Kanye West's album, 'Donda'.
2021: Abuse Allegations
In 2021, former partner Evan Rachel Wood accused Marilyn Manson of psychological and sexual abuse. Other women followed with similar accusations, with five women suing him in civil court.
September 2022: LACSD Presents Findings to Gascón
In September 2022, the LACSD presented the findings of their 19-month investigation of the sexual assault allegations made against Marilyn Manson to California district attorney George Gascón.
January 2023: Out-of-Court Settlement with Bianco
In January 2023, Esmé Bianco and Marilyn Manson reached an out-of-court settlement with undisclosed terms of agreement in her lawsuit against him.
January 2023: Jane Doe Lawsuit Filed
In January 2023, another plaintiff, identified as Jane Doe, filed a lawsuit against Marilyn Manson, alleging that he groomed and sexually assaulted her in the 1990s. The lawsuit also named Nothing Records and Interscope as co-defendants.
February 2023: Smithline Recants Allegations
In February 2023, Ashley Morgan Smithline recanted her allegations in legal documents, claiming she was "manipulated" and "pressured" by Evan Rachel Wood and her associates to make allegations against Marilyn Manson that were "not true".
September 2023: Assault Case Settlement
In September 2023, Marilyn Manson plead nolo contendere to a misdemeanor count of simple assault stemming from a 2019 incident, receiving a sentence of 20 hours of community service and a fine of $1,400.
September 2023: Settlement in First Jane Doe Lawsuit
In September 2023, Marilyn Manson settled the first Jane Doe lawsuit. The settlement was reached in the Superior Court of California in Los Angeles and was made the week before the case was scheduled to go to trial.
December 2023: Walters's Lawsuit Reinstated
In December 2023, Ashley Walters's lawsuit against Marilyn Manson was reinstated following an appeal to the California Courts of Appeal, which excluded her lawsuit from the statute of limitations due to claimed suppressed memories.
March 2024: North American Tour Announcement
In March 2024, Marilyn Manson announced that the band would embark on an arena and amphitheater tour of North America with Five Finger Death Punch.
July 2024: Dismissal of Portions of Jane Doe Lawsuit
In July 2024, substantive portions of the Jane Doe lawsuit were dismissed, as the claims fell outside the remit of New York's Adult Survivors Act, in which the lawsuit was filed.
October 10, 2024: Gascón Considers New Evidence
On October 10, 2024, California district attorney George Gascón announced that he was considering new evidence in the case involving sexual assault allegations against Marilyn Manson.
November 2024: Discontinuation of Lawsuit Against Wood and Gore
In November 2024, Marilyn Manson discontinued his defamation lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood and Ashley "Illma" Gore, agreeing to pay Wood's legal fees after initially appealing the anti-SLAPP ruling.
January 2025: No Charges Filed by LACSD
In January 2025, the LACSD concluded their 4-year criminal investigation of the abuse allegations against Marilyn Manson, and district attorney Nathan Hochman said charges would not be filed for either domestic violence or sexual abuse, because "we cannot prove charges of sexual assault beyond a reasonable doubt", and that the claims fell outside of the statute of limitations.
2025: European Headline Shows
In 2025, Marilyn Manson will perform their own headline shows in Europe.
2025: Investigation Concludes
In 2025, a four-year criminal investigation of the abuse allegations by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department concluded, resulting in no charges filed against Manson due to lack of evidence.
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