In a deeply emotional and unexpected revelation, legendary German heavy metal singer Udo Dirkschneider has opened up about the long-hidden truth behind his family life. In a recent interview, the former Accept frontman admitted that his marriage has been emotionally strained for many years and shared that his love for his wife “died a long time ago.
Speaking with quiet sadness, Dirkschneider explained that while he and his wife have remained together publicly, their relationship has lacked intimacy and connection for much of their later years. “We stayed together for the sake of appearances, maybe out of habit or fear of change,” he confessed. “But emotionally, we had already parted ways.”
The singer also revealed a deeply personal detail about their son, long believed by the public to be their biological child. The truth is, he is not my biological son. We adopted her after years of trying to conceive naturally, he shared. My wife was infertile, and it was something that caused a lot of pain between us. Adopting our daughter brought us joy, but it didn’t heal everything.
Dirkschneider emphasized that despite the emotional distance in his marriage, he remains devoted to his daughter. “She is my child in every way that matters, he said. I love her more than anything.
The revelation has stirred a mix of reactions from fans some expressing sympathy, others shocked by the candor. Still, many have praised Dirkschneider for his honesty and vulnerability.
At 72, the metal icon seems to be reflecting on his past with a blend of sorrow and acceptance. Sometimes the truth is painful, he said, but it’s the only way to move forward.