Fleetwood Mac's Lindsey Buckingham Alleged Stalker Arrested After Attack

Michelle Dick, who claims Buckingham is her father, faces multiple charges including stalking and assault.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 5:11pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of a shattered glass surface, reflecting a faint spotlight and creating a high-contrast, high-fashion aesthetic that conceptually represents the disruption and danger surrounding the stalking incident.The alleged stalking incident against Fleetwood Mac's Lindsey Buckingham exposes the fragility and risks faced by celebrities targeted by delusional individuals.Santa Monica Today

Lindsey Buckingham's alleged stalker, Michelle Dick, was arrested in Indiana and is facing charges including stalking, assault, and threats after incidents dating back to 2021. Dick has claimed Buckingham is her biological father, though he denies knowing her, and has allegedly harassed Buckingham and his family.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious risks and impacts that celebrity stalking can have, with the alleged perpetrator's delusional beliefs and erratic behavior posing a potential threat to Buckingham's safety and well-being. It also raises questions about how to address stalking and harassment cases involving individuals with suspected mental health issues.

The details

According to court documents, Dick has been charged with two counts of stalking, two counts of threats to commit a crime with intent to terrorize, assault with a deadly weapon, vandalism, and battery. The offenses date back to October 2021 and include Dick allegedly getting Buckingham's wife's business phone number and calling dozens of times a day, leaving messages claiming she was Buckingham's child and threatening to kill him and his family. Dick was arrested in Fort Wayne, Indiana after police received information she was at a local hotel.

  • In October 2021, the alleged stalking and harassment of Buckingham began.
  • In March 2023, Dick allegedly approached Buckingham in Santa Monica, California.
  • In December 2024, Buckingham filed for a restraining order against Dick.
  • On April 13, 2026, Dick was arrested in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

The players

Lindsey Buckingham

A guitarist and a former member of the rock band Fleetwood Mac.

Michelle Dick

A 55-year-old woman who has been charged with stalking, assault, and threats against Buckingham, and who claims he is her biological father, though Buckingham denies knowing her.

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What they’re saying

“She is clearly mentally unfit and harbors delusions which makes her scary to me and unpredictable.”

— Lindsey Buckingham

What’s next

Dick will be extradited to California to face the charges against her. A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge previously granted a restraining order requiring Dick to stay at least 100 yards away from Buckingham and his family.

The takeaway

This case highlights the serious risks that celebrity stalking can pose, with the alleged perpetrator's delusional beliefs and erratic behavior potentially threatening the safety of the victim. It also raises questions about how the legal system can best address such cases involving individuals with suspected mental health issues.