Overview
- Authorities discovered the 71-year-old singer at his home around 9:20 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 9, and he was pronounced dead at the scene with severe injuries.
- Police identified the suspect as his son, Micah Sykes, 31, who was found inside the residence and taken into custody without incident.
- Investigators said the suspect is expected to be booked on a homicide allegation pending the district attorney’s decision on formal charges.
- Local station KTLA reported the killing involved knives, though officials have not released forensic findings or a motive.
- Jubilant Sykes was an internationally recognized, Grammy-nominated performer who appeared at major venues such as the Metropolitan Opera and Carnegie Hall.