Looks like it’s time for Pete Parada to get a (new) job, because he is no longer the drummer for The Offspring. His departure is the result of his refusal to get the COVID vaccine, based upon his medical history and the advice of his doctor.
The 48-year-old musician announced the news on his Instagram, beginning a lengthy post by apologizing to his close friends and family, who he had not told beforehand because “I don’t know how to have this conversation multiple times.” Parada then went on to explain exactly why he isn’t getting the vaccine.
“Given my personal medical history and the side-effect [sic] profile of these jabs, my doctor has advised me not to get a shot at this time.