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Introduction In the quiet moments of the moving funeral of Jane Goodall, three young faces stood prominently: her grandchildren — Merlin van Lawick, Angel van Lawick and Nick van Lawick. Their presence at the service, attended by the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio and marked by touching tributes, suddenly placed them in the spotlight. While the…
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Introduction Cruz Escobedo is emerging into the spotlight—not as the famous sax-wielding frontman of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, but as the son of the late bandleader Cleto Escobedo III, who passed away on November 11, 2025 at age 59. While the world mourns his father’s untimely death and speculates about his cause of death, Cruz’s own…
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Introduction Jesse Escobedo has quietly stepped into a spotlight she never asked for — the daughter of late bandleader Cleto Escobedo III, who passed away at 59 in November 2025. While her father’s death triggered headlines and tributes across late-night television, Jesse’s story is one of family, creativity and carrying forward a legacy. As the…
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Introduction When the entertainment world unexpectedly lost Sally Kirkland at age 84, questions about her health and cause of death came rushing in. Known for her fierce performances and bohemian spirit, Kirkland had recently faced a cascade of medical challenges—dementia, severe fractures, life-threatening infections—that led to hospice care. In this article we explore Sally Kirkland’s…
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Introduction Lori Escobedo has stood quietly yet firmly at the centre of a musical dynasty — as the devoted wife of the late Cleto Escobedo III, and mother to their two children. With his sudden death at 59, the world heard about the bandleader’s life — and in turn, many turned their attention to Lori,…
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Introduction Late-night television turned somber as Jimmy Kimmel pays tribute to Cleto Escobedo, his lifelong friend and longtime bandleader, following his sudden passing at the age of 59. Fighting back tears, Kimmel delivered an emotional monologue that captured the deep bond the two shared — both on and off camera. The heartfelt moment left the…
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Cleto Escobedo II, a name synonymous with jazz mastery and musical mentorship, has spent decades shaping the landscape of American music. As the father of the late Cleto Escobedo III, the renowned bandleader of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Cleto II’s influence reaches far beyond his own performances, leaving an indelible mark on generations of musicians and…
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Cleto Escobedo III: Life, Legacy & Cause of Death of the ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Bandleader, Dies at 59
Introduction Cleto Escobedo III spent more than two decades as the warm, steady heartbeat behind Jimmy Kimmel Live! As the show’s bandleader and longtime friend of Jimmy Kimmel, he brought music, levity, and a quietly grounding presence to late-night television. His passing at 59 has left fans, colleagues, and the entertainment world in shock, especially…
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Introduction Michael Jarrett has long existed on the quiet edges of Hollywood history, known primarily for his brief marriage to Academy Award–nominated actress Sally Kirkland, who recently passed away, sending a wave of remembrance through the entertainment world. While the spotlight rarely touched him, his connection to Sally has resurfaced as fans, former colleagues, and…
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Introduction Mark Hebert has long been the quiet presence at the edges of Hollywood, the man who shared a deep, private bond with Oscar-nominated actress Sally Kirkland. While Sally built a career defined by fearlessness and emotional range, Mark chose a life that unfolded outside the spotlight. Today, as news of Sally Kirkland’s passing breaks…