Matt Goss has opened up about the ongoing rift with his twin brother and former bandmate, Luke Goss, as the two continue to navigate their complex relationship. The British siblings, who rocketed to fame in the late Eighties as part of the pop band Bros, have had a tumultuous history, marked by both incredible success and personal tragedy.
In their heyday, Bros sold an impressive 16 million records and captivated millions of fans worldwide. However, the pressures of fame have taken a toll on their relationship. In 2018, the brothers were featured in the Bafta-winning documentary After the Screaming Stops, which chronicled their attempts to mend their fractured bond ahead of their comeback shows at the O2 Arena in London. The film also touched on the impact of family tragedies, including the heartbreaking loss of their sister Carolyn in a car accident when she was just 18, and the violent death of their mother, who died in front of Matt due to a ruptured stomach.
As of May 2, 2025, the twins are reportedly not on speaking terms once again. Matt Goss, now 57, expressed his feelings about their estrangement in a candid interview with the i, stating that their shared experiences of fame had "completely f***ed" their relationship. "He’s still the love of my life and my best mate," he reflected. "I still don’t understand any of it. Honestly, I don’t. I feel, I know I’ve been a good brother." He went on to express a desire to reunite on stage but emphasized the importance of protecting his own well-being. "I hope we get on a stage again," he said. "But I’m not going to damage myself any further than I have, because of the sheer will of wanting to make it work. I’ve done all a man can do. I don’t want to lose myself."
Matt confirmed his estrangement from Luke in a previous interview with The Guardian, where he stated, "When you do your best, that is enough. And I’ve done my best. I really have." When asked about the reasons for the distance between them, he noted, "It’s a tough one. I don’t want to say too much, out of respect for him. But I’m not going to say it’s kumbaya, because it certainly isn’t." This sentiment highlights the ongoing tension that exists between the brothers.
Reflecting on their past, Matt expressed regret over the decision to dissolve their musical partnership. "To this day, I think we shouldn’t have broken up. We should have just ridden out the storm," he lamented. Despite the current discord, he is actively pursuing new ventures, including launching his travel company, Goss Travel, developing a "spicy romance" musical for the West End, and making his foray into acting.
Matt’s relationship with Luke has drawn comparisons to the notorious feud between Oasis brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher. Like the Goss twins, the Gallaghers have also had a history of public disagreements, though they have recently appeared to reconcile. Director David Souter, who worked with the Goss brothers on their documentary, noted that fame played a significant role in the animosity between them. "They struggled with each other," he explained. "You see that in the film. There is a lot of history between them."
In a 2018 interview, Matt reflected on the collateral damage of their fame, stating, "Unfortunately the collateral damage of Bros was that the blast area was quite broad. We had to pick ourselves up and figure out where the pieces were. By the time that had happened, half a decade had gone and that's half a decade we won't get back." This acknowledgment of lost time underscores the emotional weight of their estrangement.
Despite the challenges, Matt has continued to thrive in his solo career. His latest album, The Beautiful Unknown, reached number seven on the UK album charts in 2022. This year, he is embarking on the "Matt Goss: The Hits and More" tour, which promises to showcase his enduring talent. Additionally, he is set to release a new album and make his acting debut in an upcoming film.
In a heartfelt moment during an appearance on ITV's Lorraine, Matt expressed a desire to reconnect with Luke, saying he would love to share a pint and meet each other's partners. However, he remains firm in his commitment to prioritize his mental health. "I'm not going to make myself unwell," he stated. "People have a finite amount of time on the planet. I want to be around people who really love me and whom I really love back."
As the brothers navigate their estrangement, the impact of their shared past continues to resonate. Matt has a tattoo that reads "never waste good agony," a poignant reminder of the struggles they have faced. In reflecting on the documentary, he found solace in the realization that many families deal with dysfunction. "It was difficult to watch it because it was so dysfunctional in many ways," he recalled. "But what happened afterwards, I realized... people would come up to me and say: 'We're dysfunctional as well.' There is a lot of dysfunction in family. In many ways, we find a lot of comfort from friends because family have that ability to go a little bit too far sometimes and they know the buttons to press."
Co-director Joe Pearlman described the brothers' dynamic as "very volatile," highlighting the complex layers of affection and unresolved issues that characterize their relationship. As they continue to chart their respective paths, the Goss brothers remain emblematic of the challenges faced by those in the public eye, particularly when fame complicates personal bonds.
While the future of their relationship remains uncertain, Matt Goss's journey reflects resilience and an ongoing search for connection amid the turbulence of fame and family.
