Q: Why did Zim Zum leave the band?
A: Aside from not showing up for band practices--Zim Zum left the band because he felt that he was limiting his creativity and wanted to start a band of his own. His new band is called "Pleistoscene".

Q: What is Marilyn Manson's real name?
A: Brian Warner.

Q: Was Marilyn Manson in any other bands before Marilyn Manson?
A: Marilyn Manson was formerly "Marilyn Manson and the Spooky Kids". Manson also started a small musical project with bassist Twiggy Ramirez called "Satan on Fire".

Q: What is the story behind the dispute between Marilyn Manson and Trent Reznor?
A: Earlier, Marilyn and Trent were arguing about who brought more sales and publicity to Trent's Nothing Records label. Marilyn insisted that he was the prime cause of their success, which fumed Trent Reznor. Later on they resolved the argument and became friends again.

Q: Has Marilyn Manson written any books?
A: Yes, his first release is entitled "Long Hard Road out of Hell", an autobiographical novel. His second release "Holy Wood", is expected to be out soon.

Q: What is the triptych?
A: The triptych is the Marilyn Manson story as a whole. It, comprised of the LP albums "Antichrist Superstar", "Mechanical Animals", and "Holy Wood" make up a story that, in essence, represents Marilyn Manson.

Q: What's with Marilyn Manson and Eminem?
A: Marilyn Manson holds a high respect for Eminem. The two artists share a mutual respect for each other ensued by parallels in their controversial music style.

Q: Does Marilyn Manson hate Christianity?
A: Although lyrically, the "Antichrist Superstar" LP may sound anti-christian--Marilyn Manson does not hate Christianity. Marilyn Manson frequently questions common Christian beliefs and practices to help us make our own decisions in regard to our beliefs.

Q: Is Marilyn Manson single?
A: No; Marilyn Manson is currently engaged to fetish model and burlesque performer Dita Von Teese.

Q: Why did Twiggy Ramirez leave the band?
A: Primarily due to artistic differences. Marilyn Manson has stated that they are still maintain a strong friendship. Since leaving Marilyn Manson, Twiggy Ramirez joined A Perfect Circle as bassist.

Q: Why did John 5 leave the band?
A: Again, artistic differences. Following the Grotesk Burlesk tour in 2003, it is known that John 5 did studio work for Avril Lavigne and Hillary Duff without the consent of the band or management. This, coupled with a few other factors, led to an amicable split between the band and their third guitarist. Since leaving Marilyn Manson, John 5 has launched his solo career.

Q: So who plays guitar now that John 5 is out?
A: Just before the band embarked on their 2004 Against All Gods Tour in support of their 'Best Of' record, ex-FIGHT guitarist Mark Chausee was hired to fill the guitarist spot. There has been no official word yet as to his permanence as a member of Marilyn Manson.

Q: Is "Lest We Forget: The Best Of" Marilyn Manson's final album?
A: In a 2004 interview with MTV, Marilyn Manson referred to Lest We Forget as a "farewell compilation." However, since then, Manson has said that he was misquoted in the interview - denying the claim that no future Marilyn Manson albums will be released.

Q: Did Marilyn Manson play the role of "Paul" in The Wonder Years TV series?
A: Although this has been one of the more popular rumors over the years, there is absolutely no truth to it.