David Coverdale Announces Complete Departure from Social Media and Draws a Line Under His Half-Century Career
Legendary rock vocalist David Coverdale, founder of Whitesnake and former frontman of Deep Purple, has announced that he is fully withdrawing from social media to dedicate himself to a peaceful life after his recent official retirement. The musician emphasized that the time has come to leave digital communication behind and focus on family, rest, and personal space.
In his message, Coverdale warmly thanked fans for years of support and described their shared online journey as “an amazing experience, ” noting that communication with fans had accompanied him for more than two decades — from early internet forums to modern platforms. He said every conversation, joke, and musical discussion made this period special, but now the moment has naturally come to close the digital chapter of his life.
Leaving social media is a logical continuation of the retirement he announced this fall after more than 50 years on the rock scene. Coverdale gratefully recalled everyone who was part of his long path: musicians, colleagues, team members, producers, and of course the fans who followed him from the Deep Purple era to the global success of Whitesnake and his collaboration with Jimmy Page.
The last years of Coverdale’s career were not without challenges: health issues, including a serious respiratory infection in 2022, forced Whitesnake to cancel part of their farewell tour. These circumstances, as the artist later admitted, strongly influenced his decision to finish performing and step away from touring activity for good.
Now, as he closes his official accounts, the musician emphasizes his desire to enter a new stage of life quietly and thoughtfully — without the rush, obligations, and constant presence in the media space. He wished fans peace, health, and good fortune, noting that he will always cherish everything they shared over the years.
David Coverdale’s departure from social media and the conclusion of his musical career appear to mark the true culmination of a long, rich, and vibrant biography. And although he will no longer appear online, his music and his influence on global rock culture will remain truly timeless.
