The Latest Breaking News from Cleto Escobedo III

Jimmy Kimmel Allegedly Tired And Grieving: Friends 'Beg' Him to Step Back From Show

Jimmy Kimmel is reportedly struggling with exhaustion and grief following the death of his longtime friend, prompting close allies to urge him to step back from his late-night show before the strain takes a lasting toll.

International Business Times UK · Dec 9, 2025

Jimmy Kimmel Live! house band renamed after death of Cleto Escobedo III

Jimmy Kimmel Live! has made a subtle but emotional change to its house band name following the death of leader Cleto Escobedo III.

BANG Premier · Nov 20, 2025

How Jimmy Kimmel Is Honoring His Co-Worker And Pal Cleto Escobedo After His Death At 59

This is so sweet.

Cinemablend · Nov 15, 2025

Jimmy Kimmel Set To Miss Even More Late Night Episodes After Recent Absences

After a rough monologue last night, Jimmy Kimmel announces the show is taking a few days off.

Cinemablend · Nov 12, 2025

Jimmy Kimmel Bandleader Cleto Escobedo III's Death Linked to Liver Transplant Complications, Reports Say

Jimmy Kimmel Live! bandleader Cleto Escobedo III has died at 59, with reports linking his death to complications from a liver transplant. The musician and Kimmel's lifelong friend leaves behind a lasting legacy in late-night TV.

International Business Times UK · Nov 12, 2025

Jimmy Kimmel breaks down in tears as he pays tribute to pal and house band leader Cleto Escobedo III

Jimmy Kimmel broke down in tears on his Jimmy Kimmel Live! Show on Tuesday night (11.11.25) as he revealed house band leader and his pal Cleto Escobedo III died aged 59 earlier that morning, and he confirmed the show will not air on Wednesday (12.11.25) or Thursday (13.11.25) as a…

BANG Premier · Nov 12, 2025

Cleto Escobedo III Cause of Death: Jimmy Kimmel 'Heartbroken' By Loss Of Childhood Friend

Cleto Escobedo III, bandleader for Jimmy Kimmel Live!, dies at 59. Jimmy Kimmel is 'heartbroken' by the loss of his childhood best friend. Show cancelled so Kimmel could rush to his side.

International Business Times UK · Nov 11, 2025

'Heartbroken Is An Understatement': Jimmy Kimmel Pens Emotional Tribute Following Late-Night Bandleader’s Death

We've lost a beloved late-night veteran.

Cinemablend · Nov 11, 2025

Jimmy Kimmel starts monologue with tearful tribute to band leader and friend Cleto Escobedo III who died at 59

Jimmy Kimmel is mourning the death of his longtime friend and band leader, Cleto Escobedo III

The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2025

Jimmy Kimmel announces break from show after death of bandleader Cleto Escobedo III

‘We lost someone very special who was much too young to go,’ Kimmel said

The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2025