“Candice Night Reveals Ritchie Blackmore’s Hidden Desire for a Deep Purple Reunion: ‘He Misses the Band, But He Believes If It’s Meant to Be, It Will Be'”
Candice Night, the longtime partner and wife of legendary guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, has offered fans a rare glimpse into the private emotions of the notoriously reserved musician. In a recent interview, Night revealed that Blackmore quietly harbors a desire to reunite with his former bandmates from Deep Purple — a band that helped define an era of rock with its thunderous riffs and unforgettable stage presence.
According to Night, Blackmore, who has largely stayed away from the limelight with Deep Purple since his departure, still feels a deep connection to the group. “Ritchie misses the band,” she said. “But he’s not the type to express his feelings all the time, or to fight publicly for what he wants. He’s always believed that if something is meant to happen, it will happen naturally.”
This insight comes as a surprise to many fans who have long viewed Blackmore as a fiercely independent artist, especially after his focus shifted to his Renaissance-influenced band, Blackmore’s Night. But Night insists that beneath the stoic exterior lies a man who quietly values the bonds he once shared with his former bandmates — and who may be open to rekindling them, if fate allows.
While no official reunion plans are currently in place, Candice’s comments have ignited speculation among fans and rock historians alike. Could one of hard rock’s most iconic guitarists return to the stage with Deep Purple for one final, legendary tour?
“Time will tell,” Night says with a smile. “Ritchie’s heart has always been with the music — and if the universe brings it full circle, he’ll be there.”
