Chester Bennington Gravesite Explained | House, Memorial, Funeral

Published 2018-12-09
In this video I visit the location of Chester Bennington’s memorial as well as a stop at his former house and a tour through Palos Verdes. I explain why there is no grave for Chester and clear up any confusion regarding his funeral.

Song: Across the Water by Jory Nash from the album One Way Down available at www.jorynash.com

Chester Charles Bennington (March 20, 1976 – July 20, 2017) was an American singer, songwriter, musician, and actor. He was best known as the lead vocalist for Linkin Park. He was also lead vocalist for the bands Dead by Sunrise, Grey Daze, and Stone Temple Pilots. Bennington is widely regarded as one of the top rock musicians of the 2000s. Hit Parader magazine placed him at number 45 on their list of the "100 Metal Vocalists of All Time. Bennington was found dead at his home in Palos Verdes Estates, California; his housekeeper discovered his body around 9:00 a.m. PST on July 20, 2017. His death was ruled a suicide.

All Comments (21)
  • He DESERVES a proper memorial!! He’s a legend and an even more brilliant person. A true loss. I am still grieving just as hard today, almost FOUR years after that day……fans were promised a memorial. Give the man what he wanted! Publish his autobiography like HE wanted. His family, his children, his fans want a place to visit and pay our respects. Love you always C.
  • @natep6729
    The fact that this man was so rich and famous but he didn't live in a bigass mansion or a gated community with walls around his house still amazes me.
  • @sunwrey7398
    Chesters passing hit me SO hard. And it still makes me sad to this day. His music has a new meaning. But it gives me a different outlook and understanding of life. I wish he was still here. We all do.
  • @MissS2100
    Meeting him in person twice will always be the highlight of my life. I was driving into my house when I heard the news on the radio. I asked my kids to please get out of the car and go inside w their dad. I screamed, cried , threw up . My life was never the same after . I have my two tattoos that I got back in the early 2000’s to always remember what a big part of my life he was. The most hurtful thing is not knowing what to do with my grief . There was no recording of his memorial. Nothing but the concert a few months after. By then my scars were formed . I literally went to therapy . There was nowhere to leave my pain. I had old h.s friends calling me to ask how I was doing . I played Linkin Park on my pregnant belly for both my pregnancies . Headphones and all. We were supposed to go to his concert as they were old enough. That never happened. I will never forgive his wife for excluding us in the mourning process . Now she advocates for mental health but that was a part of our healing process . Even his ex wife says she would’ve done things differently. We were a part of his growth and he was a part of ours. Thank you for this video . His anniversary is right around the corner. I love you Chester . I will never be the same woman without my fav artist . One day I will make a video w all the pictures of our meet and greets… tattoos. LPU forever. Always and Forever ♾
  • @jknaus23
    RIP Chester. I met him twice and he was nice to me and remembered me from the first time. I really enjoy Linkin Park's first two albums, a great time in my life while listening to those.
  • I saw Linkin Parknlive during The Hunting Party tour back in 2014 and I won a meet & greet with the band. Chester was one of the most humble, caring and kind you could ever meet. The singer of the biggest Rock band of their time and he was still so down to earth and humble, we not only lost a great talent but a great human being.
  • Chester had a recognizable and unmistakeable voice. He had one of those voices you can recognize the moment you hear it. He is DEFINITELY missed....gone too soon. Good video bro..safe travels my friend. #WeAreTheRest2050 #RIPChester
  • @jimbomac6257
    I find it sad and honestly I'm kind of angered that Chester has no Gravestone... Simply for people to go to to pay respects even though his body isn't there if that makes sense. Beautiful scenery at the memorial! The rainbow in the background, wow---incredible timing! I've been a huge Linkin Park fan since my best friend introduced me to Hybrid Theory back when I was in my senior year of high school in 2003. Been listening to Linkin Park and Chester's other projects more than anybody else ever since. I was working on setting up a yard sale when my girlfriend told me the news of Chester's death. My heart sank I nearly cried instantly. Music is so powerful. I lost a friend and mentor back in 2012, I attempted suicide fully motivated to be done, but was saved just in time. Living things really helped me along to the road of recovery. Waiting for the end to come also. Never met Chester, but he feels like a big brother. I won't ever believe for a damn second he committed suicide. Whacked for whatever reason, maybe it's something he knew. Maybe it was a jealously deal. The truth always finds a way out, we have to keep bugging and keep digging. I hope Chester is doing ok as a spirit, but I would assume a restless one. To go from such heights, fighting and battling your way through depression and life to have it ended so early would be awfully frustrating.
  • @richieyoung88
    Don't agree with not having a gravestone, the fans at least deserve having something to pay their respects too.
  • @bratsbord81
    Chester’s passing hit so hard. I have always been a fan, however while he was with Linkin Park, his music helped me get through a very dark time in my life. He will always be remembered and missed! RIP
  • It's been nearly six years and I was frankly expecting a more majestic memorial to a magnificent person like Chester. I miss it like the first day, I know I'm not the only fan who feels this way and my dream was to see it live. At least now I was hoping one day to be able to bring some roses to her memorial or some floral tribute. I think that's what I and all the fans want. 🙏
  • @Stardust_0608
    It's so crazy. Two weeks before he passed I has a dream I was at a Linkin Park concert. Everyone disappeared and he was next to me. I jumped with surprise and he signed my phone case. I looked down to examine it and looked back at him. He had both arms in straight white casts connected to his torso like an old fashioned cast for broken ribs or something. He looked at me with a straight face and said "I didn't do it. I didn't do it to myself." And I looked behind me and saw princess diana. Weird. Weird dream. Then I heard he died and I cried for an entire year. He actually saved me from taking my own life with his music. Thank you, Chester, for saving me. I wish someone had been there to save you. It's not the same now that you're gone.
  • @comfiness
    Thank you so much for this video. Chester has saved my life since I was the age of 9. I'm 30 now, and his death will always weigh so heavily on my heart, I remember that day like yesterday. I hope one day we'll have a permanent spot to pay respects to him. More than anything I wanted to tell him how much he's changed my life for the better, and I hope he knows that. Rest in Peace, sweet angel. You will forever be missed and cherished far more than you could ever realize.
  • @RiverRat_1977
    I’m in awe of everyone here sharing their own struggles with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or just trying to find a safe sane place in this life, because so many of us can’t find it through our families, friends, or work… Maybe there is a way people like us can come together online and support one another from anywhere in the world, especially since we all have a mutual connection through the beautiful soul and music of Chester and LP to bond over! Chester struggled after losing his good friend Chris, don’t let any one of us give up because of Chester!! Hug your pet if you really want unconditional love!! Peace to all!
  • Chester Bennington will be remembered for being one of the greatest front men in history. You could feel his emotions through his music and only a true artist can so that. He was so special and I wish he was still here. He's very missed and loved! RIPower Chester Bennington RIP
  • @lynsey7919
    R.I.P Angel. You will always be in my heart. But this is so sad. 😥😢. Rainbow looked nice. 😢. Botanic gardens looked nice too. 💔💔💔🙁. Loved Linkin Park.
  • I just wanted to Express my condolences to Chester's family. He will never be forgotten. I also wanted to let you know that besides me being a huge Linkin Park Fan, I wanted to let you know that Linkin Park music has gotten me through some really hard times in my life and I wanted to say Thank You. We love you Chester and u will forever be missed!!!💔💔💔
  • @pambooth9715
    There’s a rainbow. Chester Bennington was smiling down on all those who love him today in the Botanical Gardens💫