William Brent Hinds, the former guitarist and co-founder of the Grammy-winning heavy metal band Mastodon, tragically died in a motorcycle crash in Atlanta on August 20, 2025. He was 51. According to the local authorities, Brent was riding his Harley Davidson when it collided with a BMW SUV. Soon after, the Fulton County medical examiner’s office confirmed his death shortly after the crash that took place around 11:35 p.m. While not much is known about his family, here is everything you must know about his wife, Raisa Moreno.
Brent Hinds proposed to his wife, Raisa Moreno, on-stage
Back in 2017, Brent Hinds made headlines when he proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Raisa Moreno. Just like a true rockstar, at the end of the Mastodon concert in Birmingham, Alabama, he surprised the crowd by getting down on one knee. While his grandmother proudly watched him from the stage, Brent popped the question, and the audience cheered for the couple.
A video of the heartwarming moment quickly went viral and showed the guitarist’s loving personality in the media. The unforgettable moment was later shared by Raisa on her social media handle and marked a new chapter in the life of Brent Hinds, who was the last to tie the knot in his band.
Brent Hinds’ marriage with Raisa and alleged trouble in their paradise
Soon after the proposal, Brent Hinds and Raisa Moreno tied the knot in an intimate ceremony. His bandmate from West End Motel, Tom Cheshire, served as best man. For a time, the couple appeared inseparable. They shared fun and loving videos on social media. Moreover, Brent even released a heartfelt song to his wife, Raisa Moreno, through his West End Motel project that reflected their bond in the form of music.
However, by 2023, reports began to surface that the marriage had come to an end. Some outlets claimed the couple had divorced, though neither Brent Hinds nor Raisa Moreno ever publicly confirmed the split. Fans also noticed a shift online as Moreno, who is active on social media, stopped sharing posts with Brent. Despite the speculation, they kept their private lives out of the spotlight.
Brent Hinds passed away in a tragic bike accident at 51
While Brent Hinds’ personal life has been a mystery in the past years, his tragic death has brought his story back into focus. The guitarist co-founded Mastodon in 2000 alongside Troy Sanders, Bill Kelliher, and Brann Dailor. But he had parted his ways with the band in 2025, later Brent revealed that he was forced to leave it, sparking a new stir. On August 20, 2025, tragedy struck when Brent’s Harley Davidson collided with an SUV. Police said the other driver failed to yield, leading to the fatal crash.
We send our heartfelt condolences to Brent Hinds’ family in this difficult time.
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