James Hetfield’s ex-wife Francesca recently commented on the Metallica frontman’s engagement to his new girlfriend Adriana Gillet. She expressed her feelings about learning the news through social media rather than being informed directly. Her reaction was shared on a Metallica fan page’s post.
Francesca’s statement addressed her disappointment about discovering the engagement news through social media. She also shared her feelings about their relationship’s end.
“Well, what a shock to find this out through social media instead of getting a heads up,” Francesca said. “I see the silent ‘FU’ is still happening.”
She continued to express her emotions about the situation and her perspective on their separation.
“Am I bitter? Absolutely not,” she continued. “I’m saddened and heartbroken that he gave up his family to further surround himself with enablers and his addiction. I wish them the best.”
The comment came in response to James Hetfield’s proposal to Adriana Gillet. The proposal was shared by the Metallica fan account without prior notification to his ex-wife.
The engagement itself was notably unique and romantic in nature. Metal Injection reported that Hetfield made his proposal underwater while the couple swam with whale sharks. He held a sign that read “Adriana Gillett, will you marry me?” The underwater proposal took place in what appeared to be a carefully planned romantic gesture.
Gillet’s response to the proposal was equally enthusiastic and poetic. She responded with a thumbs-up underwater and later described the moment in detail. “In a sea full of fish, we caught each other,” Gillet said, calling it “the most unique, special, and romantic proposal a Pisces could ever imagine.”
The engagement marks a new chapter for Hetfield following his divorce from Francesca Tomasi. Louder Sound noted that Hetfield and Francesca were married since 1997. They filed for divorce in 2022 citing irreconcilable differences. The former couple shares three children together.
Hetfield’s relationship with Adriana Gillet became public knowledge relatively recently. The Metallica frontman was first linked to Gillet in 2023. Gillet works as a journalist-turned-fashion designer. This marks his first serious relationship following his separation from Francesca.
