The long-running tension between Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham has once again resurfaced in the music world, following Nicks’ recent interview with Rolling Stone. In the conversation, she touched on everything from politics and her enduring career to the question fans never stop asking: could Fleetwood Mac ever reunite?
With renewed speculation sparked by the band’s recent activity on social media—namely the creation of new TikTok and Instagram accounts—some fans hoped a reunion might be on the horizon. Nicks, however, made it clear that those expectations are unfounded. The answer, she confirmed, is simply no.
A Longstanding Rift
The relationship between Nicks and Buckingham has been complicated for decades, both personally and professionally. The last major public fracture came in 2018, during Buckingham’s final departure from Fleetwood Mac. That period ultimately led to legal disputes between the two, which were later resolved through a settlement.
Despite the history of conflict, Nicks says she is at peace with how things ultimately concluded.
The Last Time They Spoke
According to Nicks, the last meaningful interaction she had with Buckingham was at Christine McVie’s funeral in 2023. Prior to that moment, it’s unclear how long the two had gone without contact.
She recalled the brief exchange in her interview:
“The only time I’ve spoken to Lindsey was there, for about three minutes.”
Nicks also reflected on the emotional toll of their relationship, suggesting she had long reached her limit:
“I dealt with Lindsey for as long as I could. You could not say that I did not give him more than 300 million chances.”
Even so, she emphasized that there is no lingering hostility on her part. Her comments made it clear that while reconciliation isn’t on the table, ill will isn’t either. She expressed hope that Buckingham continues to create music and share his talent:
“I hope he lives a long life and continues to go into a studio and work with other people… He’s also an icon, and he can teach people.”
The End of Fleetwood Mac
Perhaps the most definitive takeaway from Nicks’ remarks is her stance on the future of Fleetwood Mac. When asked about the possibility of a reunion, her response was blunt and unambiguous:
“No.”
She further reflected on the band’s history, suggesting that multiple opportunities for closure and reunion had already come and gone. With Christine McVie’s passing in 2022, Nicks has also been vocal in the past about not continuing Fleetwood Mac without her.
For Nicks, the chapter appears firmly closed.
A Legacy That Stands on Its Own
While fans may continue to hope for one final tour or reconciliation, Nicks’ comments reinforce a simple reality: Fleetwood Mac’s story has already been written through decades of music, conflict, and collaboration.
And for Stevie Nicks, that legacy doesn’t need reopening to remain complete.