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Gidget Gein
Born: 1969-09-11 - Died: 2008-10-08Cause of Death: Drug Overdose
Death Summary: Gein whose real name was Brad Stewart was found dead at his home in Burbank, Califonria from an apparent heroin overdose. He was 39 years old.
His death was not announced until several days later, so the Los Angeles County Coroner's office could notify his family before making the information public.
This was not his first overdose. He had experienced one on Christmas Eve of 1993, which ultimately got him kicked out of his band.
Who was Gidget Gein : Bradley Anne Stewart (aka Gidget Gein) was best known as the second bass player for controversial musical act Marilyn Manson (called Marilyn Manson and the Spooky Kids when Gein joined). His stage name - Gidget Gein, was derived from television character Gidget, and serial killer Ed Gein. This was the same concept used by all members of the band. Marilyn Manson's name for example came from a combination of Marilyn Monroe and Sharon Tate-Murder mastermind Charles Manson. Another member went by the name Ginger Fish, whose surname was derived from notorious serial killer Albert Fish. You get the idea.
Gein is credited with playing bass on Marilyn Manson’s debut album "Portrait of an American Family," although by the time the album was released, he had already been replaced by the better-known Twiggy Ramirez (who is credited on the album with simply "base tendencies").
According to Wikipedia, "After writing a great arsenal of music for the band, Gein then saw a substitution of his style and personality inserted into Marilyn Manson albums for years to come. Earlier songs Gidget had written like "She Isn't My Girlfriend" would be re-titled with different lyrics as the song "1996".
Gein's work was perhaps more famous than he was himself. This is a fine example of how drugs can ruin a life.
His death was not announced until several days later, so the Los Angeles County Coroner's office could notify his family before making the information public.
This was not his first overdose. He had experienced one on Christmas Eve of 1993, which ultimately got him kicked out of his band.
Who was Gidget Gein : Bradley Anne Stewart (aka Gidget Gein) was best known as the second bass player for controversial musical act Marilyn Manson (called Marilyn Manson and the Spooky Kids when Gein joined). His stage name - Gidget Gein, was derived from television character Gidget, and serial killer Ed Gein. This was the same concept used by all members of the band. Marilyn Manson's name for example came from a combination of Marilyn Monroe and Sharon Tate-Murder mastermind Charles Manson. Another member went by the name Ginger Fish, whose surname was derived from notorious serial killer Albert Fish. You get the idea.
Gein is credited with playing bass on Marilyn Manson’s debut album "Portrait of an American Family," although by the time the album was released, he had already been replaced by the better-known Twiggy Ramirez (who is credited on the album with simply "base tendencies").
According to Wikipedia, "After writing a great arsenal of music for the band, Gein then saw a substitution of his style and personality inserted into Marilyn Manson albums for years to come. Earlier songs Gidget had written like "She Isn't My Girlfriend" would be re-titled with different lyrics as the song "1996".
Gein's work was perhaps more famous than he was himself. This is a fine example of how drugs can ruin a life.
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I miss you very much. I will treasure my Roach Dress forever. I miss talking to you. RIP
The world is a sadder place, because Gidget will not be here with his amazing art. The Magic is gone. Rest in Peace Gidget Gein.
Gidget actually died on October 8th 2008 at 9:19 pm. I wanted to clear that up. With Thanksgiving approaching I want to say I am greatful that god put Brad in my life as a friend and a boss. He trusted me and always stuck up for me. I am thankful I got to know Gidget Gein as well as Brad Stewart. I miss him greatly!
Keep Geins memory alive by visiting his official website http://www.gidgetgein.com. Have a look at his artworks from 1997-99, see him record the dali gaggers cd live on film, read his first chapter of his book he wrote in 1998, donate to one of the 4 charities in Geins name to help someone that cant help themselves. Just drop by
Thanks again
nanc
Rest in Peace darling.
You will be missed more than you know.
you were such a great musician and artist may may you forever rest in peace and greatly remembered
gidget geins rock
RIP DEATH DIED
R.I.P. thanks for starting and doing great things……
you will be missed:(
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nancy said it so spot on & with such love & respect for gidget. what a nice thing to say & how lovely that she had the chance to actually know him. ive been a fan of marilyn manson & the band since age 11 & still am today at age 30. i was deeply saddened to hear of his passing also because i know how long he struggled with addiction. it always takes the most unique & talented individuals & he will be missed forever. what an amazing soul, artist & person. r.i.p. dear Gidget. xoxo -one of your biggest fans & supporters- *bex jennings* Minnesota. <3 (& nancy, you sound like such a wonderful kind hearted person. bless you.)
the world lost a talented unique individual. rest in peace Mr. Stewart…xo