Twiggy Ramirez: Former Marilyn Manson bassist responds to rape allegation

Musician claims he was only recently made aware of the accusation and says he does not condone non-consensual sex

Marilyn Manson with former bassist Twiggy Ramirez (Getty)

Marilyn Manson's former bassist has responded to the rape allegation made against him by former partner Jessicka Addams.

Twiggy Ramirez, whose real name is Jeordie White, was accused of rape and physical abuse by the singer of Riot Grrrl band Jack Off Jill.

Addams published a Facebook post on 20 October where she characterised their relationship as "abusive" and alleged that he raped her while he was on a break from touring with Nine Inch Nails.

"I said NO. I said NO. I said it so loud enough, that Pete came rushing in from the other room to get him off me. But I had been raped," she wrote. "I had been raped by somebody I thought I loved."

Manson has since announced that he has parted ways with Ramirez, and the bassist has also now responded to the allegations.

"I have only recently been made aware of these allegations from over 20 years ago," his statement read. "I do not condone non-consensual sex of any kind. I will be taking some time to spend with my family and focus on maintaining my several years of sobriety.

"If I have caused anyone pain I apologise and truly regret it."

Manson has been forced to deal with several troubling issues in recent weeks. His guitarist and founding member Daisy Berkowitz died aged 49 last week, with the artist sharing a touching tribute in response to his death.

"Scott Putesky and I made great music together," Manson wrote on Instagram. "We had our differences over the years, but I will always remember the good times more. Everyone should listen to 'The Man That You Fear' in his honour. That was our favourite."

Manson was also recently injured after a stage prop crushed him when he attempted to climb it.

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