Stevie Nicks, now approaching 80, had a wild and tumultuous past marked by sex, drugs, and rock and roll. Her journey began in high school when she met Lindsey Buckingham, sparking a creative and romantic partnership. They formed Buckingham Nicks, but their success was marred by hardships, including drug abuse. As Fleetwood Mac took off, their relationship struggled, leading to a breakup but continued professional collaboration.
Nicks’ turbulent love life included a brief affair with Fleetwood Mac’s Mick Fleetwood and a relationship with Eagles’ Don Henley, during which she had an abortion. Her marriage to Kim Anderson, her late friend’s widower, was loveless and short-lived. She later had a passionate but drug-fueled romance with Eagles’ Joe Walsh, which also ended due to substance abuse.
Despite her rock star persona, Nicks has since distanced herself from her wild past and reflected on her experiences with regret. Her career has continued to evolve, but the echoes of her chaotic lifestyle persist, particularly in her strained relationship with Lindsey Buckingham, which has impacted Fleetwood Mac’s dynamics.
Now in her mid-70s, Nicks has moved past her earlier excesses, focusing on her music and personal growth. She acknowledges the mistakes of her past and aims to learn from them as she continues her journey.