Stevie Nicks Reveals Abortion's Role in Band's Success

Stevie Nicks has revealed that her decision to have an abortion in 1979 was pivotal in preserving Fleetwood Mac's success. In a CBS News interview, Nicks discussed the unexpected pregnancy with Eagles frontman Don Henley, despite using an IUD, and the potential impact on the band during a critical phase, especially after her breakup with guitarist Lindsey Buckingham. She emphasized that continuing the pregnancy would have disrupted the band's dynamics amid their burgeoning fame following the release of 'Rumours', a critically acclaimed album. Nicks's candidness about her abortion aligns with her advocacy for women's rights, reflected in her new song 'The Lighthouse', inspired by the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Her openness has garnered support from fans who praise her courage in sharing such personal decisions.