Summary
Cleto Escobedo III, the longtime bandleader for "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" and a close friend of the show's host, died at the age of 59. Jimmy Kimmel announced that Escobedo passed away due to complications related to a liver transplant.
Key Facts
- Cleto Escobedo III was the bandleader for "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" since it started in 2003.
- He died at the age of 59 from complications after a liver transplant.
- Jimmy Kimmel shared the news of Escobedo's death on Instagram in a heartfelt message.
- Escobedo was a childhood friend of Jimmy Kimmel; they grew up together in Las Vegas.
- Escobedo performed on the show with his father, Cleto Escobedo Jr.
- Kimmel described Escobedo as a great friend and an important part of the show.
