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The "Late Show's" former bandleader had a lot to say about Colbert's future now that he's been canceled by CBS.
"I'm very grateful to him and I think where he goes next, his voice won't be silenced," Batiste told Rolling Stone AU/NZ in a ...
Acclaimed musician Jon Batiste has addressed the axing of Stephen Colbert’s talk show—and hinted at his friend’s next move.
"We’re in a time where the right price can silence the voice of free speech, which we should be very, very conscious of,” ...
When it comes to Randy Newman singing in public, his fans no longer have to say, as he once did of God, “I Think He’s Hiding.
Grammy-winning musician Jon Batiste may be partnering with BTS’s Taehyung for a new project. On July 31, 2025, in a chat with ...
Throughout the evening, Batiste's nods to his religious beliefs and passion brought the audience to their feet. One audience member in the balcony even shouted out, "Take us to church, Jon!" ...
Jon Batiste and Suleika Jaouad sharing life beyond cancer When this year's Grammy nominations were announced, Jon Batiste heard his name 11 times – the most of any artist this year.
Jon’s cousins include the late Alvin Batiste, an accomplished jazz clarinetist, and drummer Russell Batiste Jr. of the Funky Meters, one of New Orleans’ preeminent bands.
Jon Batiste: 5 Things To Know About Artist Who Won 5 Grammys, Including AOTY He's the man of the hour: Jon Batiste left the 2022 Grammy Awards with a handful of new trophies. Here's what you need ...
Grammy winner Jon Batiste, who previously worked with Stephen Colbert, has backed the talk show host amid his show being slated for cancellation next year.