richie sambora

As Richie Sambora's absence from the Bon Jovi lineup grows longer, the prospect of a reunion seems less and less likely -- but in a recent interview, Sambora insisted that it's still very much a possibility.

Bon Jovi may be appearing without him on the "Because We Can" tour, but it's former guitarist Richie Sambora who seems determined to showcase an amazing versatility: Recent Australian shows saw him performing solo tracks and songs he hand in writing with Bon Jovi, of course, but also covers by local heroes like INXS and Midnight Oil - and even Prince.

It's been tough for hardcore Bon Jovi fans to watch Richie Sambora sit out the band's latest tour (and feud with Jon Bon Jovi in the press), but all hope is not lost.

According to an exclusive report from Radar Online, Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora is checking into rehab for exhaustion and to regain his sobriety.