Despite the odds, the Bon Jovi frontman says he feels 'lucky' to have shared so many memories with the former lead guitarist of their rock band, who departed in April 2013.
One day after his ex-wife was placed on a psychiatric hold, the Bon Jovi guitarist issues an encouraging statement in which he also applauds their daughter Ava for her strength.
They are splitting up to devote time to their families and other projects.
'I will of course always be there for Heather and especially Ava,' the former Bon Jovi member says in an interview.
Claiming that he has made peace with former bandmate Jon Bon Jovi, Richie says there was nothing awkward about playing with Bon Jovi again.