James Hetfield’s relationship with his fashion designer girlfriend, Adriana Gillett, reportedly started months ago, but it remained low-key, with few details shared publicly through this period. So, here’s what we know so far about the couple.
Hetfield’s Divorce
Hetfield and his wife of over twenty years, Francesca Tomasi, filed for divorce in Colorado in 2022. Despite sharing their sadness over the split, the ex-couple explained to the public that they couldn’t make the marriage work out. They kept in touch after the divorce for their three children, while Hetfield’s new relationship made the headlines months later.
First Proof Of The Relationship
Hetfield’s dating life came into the public eye in April 2023 when he was seen hugging and kissing an unidentified woman, later revealed to be Gillett, on social media. The couple’s first pictures together leaked online after Gillett reportedly posted them on her Instagram before making her account private.
Gillett’s Love Confession
At first, Gillett’s name was a secret to the public. This changed when she posted a photo of her and Hetfield on Instagram, with a message revealing her love for the singer. Confirming their relationship, her caption read:
“This man melts my heart and soul. I feel so blessed for all the joy, love, and pure happiness he brings to my life! The unforgettable memories made bringing in the New Year in such a magical place with the one I love. I am forever grateful for. Good things come to those who wait! Thank God for answering my prayers.”
Did Hetfield Write A Song For Her?
While Hetfield has not spoken publicly about his relationship with Gillett, he hinted at referencing her in a song during an interview with Steffan Chirazi. Although the singer mentioned a symbolic meaning for ‘Inamorata’ from Metallica’s ’72 Seasons,’ some took the words about a ‘mistress’ he wanted to keep hidden as a reference to his current relationship.
