This week, it was revealed that L7 bassist Jennifer Finch has been "diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer and is currently undergoing treatment," according to an official statement.
"What initially appeared to be a condition that could be addressed through treatment and a full course of radiation has progressed rapidly. Unforeseen complications have required Jennifer to undergo multiple surgeries and have resulted in significant physical limitations. She now requires extensive ongoing medical care, rehabilitation and professional in-home assistance."
While the news is difficult, the music community has moved quickly to help, alongside Finch's friends and family. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched, "to help cover the substantial expenses associated with her treatment and recovery."
"If you've followed Jennifer Precious Finch over the years, you probably know her as a musician, artist, writer, photographer, and someone who's never been very good at sitting still," the GoFundMe description reads. "Now she’s facing something she never expected: an aggressive form of brain cancer. When she first heard the diagnosis, there was reason to believe that treatment, including a full course of radiation, would get her back to some version of normal living. Unforeseen complications led to multiple surgeries and a string of difficult setbacks."
"The cancer and everything that comes with it have left her with significant physical limitations so she’s handling this the only way she knows how: one day at a time. The level of care Jennifer needs has gone beyond what friends and family can safely provide around the clock. As we face the difficult reality that Jennifer may have more good days behind her than ahead, we are asking for help to make the time she has with her friends, family, and fans as comfortable, meaningful, and full of love as possible."
At the time of writing, over $241,000 has been raised of a $350,000 goal.
Sadly, the diagnosis means that Finch will be unable to join L7 in the fall 2026 leg of the Last Hurrah Tour, though Finch herself asked that the band continue with the plans.
“We are all devastated by the news and are surrounding her with love, protecting her privacy and dignity, while helping raise the resources she urgently needs for the care ahead,”says bandmate Donita Sparks, “Jennifer is family, and we want her to feel the full strength of the community that has loved and supported her for so many years.”
