Sex Pistols rocker Johnny Rotten has shared his shock new career move. Rotten star John Lydon – who previously starred in ITV I’m A Celebrity – is branching out from punk to push bikes
US company Ionic has launched a new hardtail mountain bike with Lydon’s approval. An insider told the Sun newspaper: “This time they wanted to see if Johnny would put his name to it professionally, and he said yes. Johnny’s version of his bike is orange and features a drawing he did of himself performing and is signed by him.”
The Anarchy in the UK singer, 67, has added a cartoon of himself to the £1,800 frame. The Public Image Ltd is making the surprise move after tragically losing wife Nora to Alzheimer’s earlier this year.
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He told the Times: “It’s shaped me into what I am. I don’t think I’ll ever get over it. I don’t see how I can live without her. I wouldn’t want to. There’s no point.” John – who was Nora’s carer – added: “And, I’m sorry, but it’s worth every moment. No joy comes without pain and, boy, do I know that now.”
During an appearance on ITV Good Morning Britain, John said: “Oddly enough, as bad as Alzheimer’s is, there are great moments of tenderness between us. […] It’s not all waiting for the Grim Reaper.” Discussing caring for her, John said: “She requires 24/7 attention and I’m more than willing to give her that because the life she’s given me, up til now, has been amazing”.
A spokesperson wrote: “Rest in Peace Nora Forster. It is with a heavy heart that we share the sad news that Nora Forster – John Lydon’s wife of nearly 5 decades – has passed away.” They continued: “Nora had been living with Alzheimer’s for several years. In which time John had become her full time carer. Please respect John’s grief and allow him space.”