Fleetwood Mac's Lindsey Buckingham Attacked by Alleged Stalker

The former bandmate was doused with an unknown substance by a woman described as a 'stalking suspect'.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 7:21pm

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Former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham was attacked by a woman described as a 'stalking suspect' while attending an appointment in Santa Monica, California. The woman threw an unknown substance on the 76-year-old as he entered a building before fleeing the scene. No arrest has been made yet, but authorities expect to apprehend the woman soon.

Why it matters

Buckingham has maintained a low profile since his departure from Fleetwood Mac in 2018 over disagreements within the band. This incident highlights the challenges celebrities can face with stalkers and the need for enhanced security measures to protect public figures.

The details

According to law enforcement sources, the woman is known to Buckingham 'from past incidents' and is expected to be arrested soon. Buckingham was not injured in the attack, but the unknown substance was thrown at him as he entered a building in Santa Monica.

  • The incident occurred on April 1, 2026.

The players

Lindsey Buckingham

A 76-year-old former guitarist for the band Fleetwood Mac.

Unidentified Woman

A 'stalking suspect' who attacked Buckingham with an unknown substance.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in Santa Monica.”

— Robert Jenkins, Santa Monica Resident

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the alleged stalker out on bail.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges celebrities face with stalkers and the need for enhanced security measures to protect public figures from harassment and attacks.