Lou Gramm recently shared his thoughts on Kelly Hansen\u2019s retirement from Foreigner. He offered supportive words about Hansen\u2019s decision to prioritize his personal life, as reported in American Songwriter.<\/p>\n
Gramm explained the personal reasons behind Hansen\u2019s departure from the band. He highlighted the vocalist\u2019s new relationship and family commitments.<\/p>\n
\u201c[Hansen] met and fell in love with [a woman,] and as the relationship deepened, she has two children and he wants to spend all his time with her and the two young children,\u201d Gramm said. \u201cAnd they bought a house together and everything. So, I wish him well.\u201d<\/p>\n
The former Foreigner frontman added a lighthearted perspective on the band\u2019s current stage in their careers.<\/p>\n
\u201cI mean \u2026 nobody\u2019s a spring chicken in that outfit anyways,\u201d he continued. \u201cAnd apparently that\u2019s his first serious relationship in many, many years. And I wish him the best.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hansen\u2019s departure marks the end of a significant era for Foreigner. The vocalist had been with the band for many years before making his retirement official.<\/p>\n
YouTube coverage revealed that Kelly Hansen formally retired as Foreigner\u2019s lead singer in May 2025. He concluded his tenure with a farewell tour that ended in October 2025. His final show took place on October 11, 2025, at the Estess Arena, Hard Rock Casino & Hotel in Atlantic City. He gave an emotional farewell speech alongside original Foreigner members.<\/p>\n
Following Hansen\u2019s retirement, Luis Maldonado took over as the new lead singer. Maldonado joined Foreigner as a multi-instrumentalist in 2021. He initially hesitated to assume the frontman role but has since integrated well into the band.<\/p>\n
AXS TV reported that bassist Jeff Pilson noted Maldonado has brought renewed energy to the band. The transition represents a new chapter for Foreigner as they continue their legacy with fresh talent at the helm.<\/p>\n
The band\u2019s decision to continue with Maldonado demonstrates their commitment to keeping the music alive while respecting Hansen\u2019s choice to focus on his personal life and newfound family happiness.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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