In the world of late-night television, where relationships between hosts and their teams often remain behind the scenes, the connection between Jimmy Kimmel and his longtime bandleader, Cleto Escobedo III, stood out as something incredibly special.
Their bond was not just that of a host and a musician, but of lifelong friends who shared decades of history together.
The news of Cleto’s passing, at the age of 59, sent waves of sadness through not just the entertainment world, but the many fans who had grown to love the musical presence he brought to Jimmy Kimmel Live! for over two decades.
