Godflesh mastermind Justin K. Broadrick has officially announced the end of the band’s live performances due to health concerns.

In a candid statement shared on March 4, Broadrick revealed that he recently underwent significant open abdominal surgery to repair a large inguinal hernia that was close to becoming an emergency. The procedure required a six-inch incision, as keyhole surgery was not an option.

At 57 years old, Broadrick explained that his abdominal wall is now too weak to withstand the intense physical strain of performing Godflesh‘s punishing live sets – particularly the shouting and screaming vocals that define the band’s sound. Continuing to perform in that capacity would put him at serious risk of further hernias or even catastrophic abdominal damage.

While the touring chapter has closed, the studio legacy of Godflesh is not over just yet. Broadrick confirmed that the band’s penultimate studio album, titled Decay, has been completed and is currently being mixed for a potential July/August release via Relapse Records.

He also revealed that what will be the final Godflesh studio album has already been written and is expected to be recorded and completed in late 2026. After that, Broadrick says there will be no new studio albums or live performances, though dub albums, live releases, and archival material may continue.

“I’ve dreaded sharing this news, partly due to the threat of insensitive and/or negative comments, combined simply with the general anxiety of it all, I am also exhausted, but I’ve left comments on,” wrote Broadrick.

“So, 3 weeks ago I had significant open abdominal surgery for a inguinal hernia that was close to an emergency. I am still in shock from the process, and as someone with diagnosed Autism and C-PTSD, open surgery is absolutely debilitating, not that it is easier for anyone of course.

“I had a huge hernia, and for it to be repaired, I had to endure a 6 inch incision in my groin. This unfortunately was not keyhole surgery. I have a very weak abdominal wall, which at being 57 yrs old this year, is not going to improve.

“If I continue to perform and shout/scream as I do with Godflesh, then I am at high risk for more hernias, and blowing out my abdominal wall entirely. Godflesh live ended the day of my surgery, and upon the surgeon making this statement. I am now just about walking freely, but with little pace, albeit extremely carefully.

“The full healing process is approximately 6 months. Fortunately, my other projects do not require screaming/shouting nor a physically demanding performance; jesu and JK FLESH shows remain.

“I have been mixing, what will be the penultimate Godflesh album – DECAY, for
release on Relapse in hopefully July/Aug, mixes are being completed imminently. The album is basically done. I’ve had the final Godflesh studio album written, for almost a year and half now, that will be recorded and completed late 2026.

“After that there will continue to be Godflesh dub albums, live albums, and so on,
but no new studio releases nor performances.

“In the near future, a new solo project will emerge, further exploring the parameters
of heavy/ugly music, featuring my guitars and electronics, and of course vocals, but
NOT shouted vocals!

“Regarding Godflesh in Athens, Gr, please contact the promotion for details, etc.
There will be an official announcement via my agency/management regarding this
ASAP.”

Luke Grimes knew one phone call would change everything.

Before officially signing on to reprise his role as Kayce Dutton in Marshals, the new Yellowstone spinoff on CBS, Grimes had to share difficult news with one of his closest friends and longtime co-stars: Monica Dutton would not be coming back.

In the series premiere, viewers learn that Monica — played by Kelsey Asbille — died after a battle with cancer.

But before fans ever saw that heartbreaking twist unfold onscreen, Grimes had already made what he described as a daunting call.

A Call He Didn’t Want to Make

Grimes, 42, told TV Insider that he was “heartbroken” over the creative decision, both for himself and for Asbille.

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“It felt like, ‘I don’t even know what that would look like doing it without her, what that would feel like,’” he said. “Kelsey’s become one of my best friends. She’s the coolest actor I’ve ever worked with. She’s down to earth, sweet, and kind to every other actor and the crew.”

Because Monica’s death anchors the premise of Marshals, Grimes felt he needed to reach out personally before moving forward.

“I worked up the courage to call. I didn’t know how she was going to feel about it,” he explained. “I had to see how she was doing.”

Fortunately, the conversation went better than he feared. “In true Kelsey fashion, she handled it like a pro and totally understood. She’s going to do just fine,” he said.

Why Monica’s Death Was Necessary

The premiere confirmed what months of speculation hinted at. While Asbille was absent from promotional materials, no one from the cast or creative team publicly addressed her fate — leaving fans to wonder whether Monica might appear later.

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Instead, viewers learn early in the episode that Monica died of cancer, leaving Kayce to raise their son, Tate, on his own.

The emotional weight of that loss is immediate. After a dream sequence flashes back to Kayce’s time as a Navy SEAL, the camera pulls back to reveal him waking up alone.

Later, struggling to prepare breakfast, he tells Tate, “Look, I know your mom was better at all of this.” According to the creator of Marshals, Spencer Hudnut, the decision wasn’t made lightly.

After Kayce and Monica “had such a beautiful ending” on Yellowstone, Hudnut said the creative team felt they had to “shake up his life, to get him off the ranch and into a new position.”

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Monica’s death also ties into a broader message. “She passes because of cancer. Reservations have a high rate of cancer because of all the toxins that have been dumped on them,” Hudnut explained.

“We wanted to make her death about a bigger issue,” he added. “We wanted to be very respectful of that character.”

A New Chapter for Kayce

With Monica gone, Marshals finds Kayce stepping into a new role as he becomes involved in a U.S. Marshals mission — pushing him beyond the ranch and into unfamiliar territory.

New episodes of Marshals air Sundays at 8 PM ET on CBS. Episodes are also available to stream the next day on Paramount+.