Fleetwood Mac Guitarist Assaulted by Alleged Stalker

Michelle Dick charged after incident involving 'unknown substance' in Santa Monica

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:47am

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A dramatic black silhouette of an electric guitar set against a bold red background, conveying the iconic Fleetwood Mac sound and the threat of violence against musicians.A stark visual metaphor for the ongoing safety concerns faced by high-profile musicians targeted by stalkers and overzealous fans.Santa Monica Today

A 54-year-old woman named Michelle Dick has been charged with assaulting Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham, 76, by allegedly throwing an unidentified substance on him in Santa Monica, California on March 25.

Why it matters

The incident highlights the ongoing safety concerns and legal challenges faced by high-profile musicians and celebrities who are targeted by stalkers or overzealous fans. Buckingham has previously obtained restraining orders against individuals who have harassed or threatened him.

The details

According to authorities, Michelle Dick approached Buckingham in Santa Monica on March 25 and threw an unidentified substance on him. Dick has been charged with assault and is currently out on bail as the investigation continues.

  • The incident occurred on March 25, 2026 in Santa Monica, California.

The players

Michelle Dick

A 54-year-old woman accused of assaulting Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham by throwing an unidentified substance on him.

Lindsey Buckingham

The 76-year-old guitarist for the legendary rock band Fleetwood Mac, who was the victim of the alleged assault.

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What they’re saying

“Musicians and public figures should not have to live in fear of being targeted by stalkers or attacked in public.”

— Samantha Jones, Entertainment Law Attorney

What’s next

Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident and determine the nature of the substance used in the alleged assault. Michelle Dick is currently out on bail as the case proceeds through the legal system.

The takeaway

This case underscores the ongoing challenges that high-profile entertainers face in protecting their personal safety and maintaining boundaries with obsessive fans or stalkers, even decades into their careers.