Grammy-nominated opera singer Jubilant Sykes was fatally stabbed inside his Santa Monica home late Monday, with his adult son arrested in connection to his death, authorities said.
Sykes’ wife called 911 around 9:19 p.m. and reported witnessing an assault involving their son at their home on Delaware Avenue near 18th Street in the Pico neighborhood, according to police.
Officers were directed inside the home, where they found Sykes suffering from significant injuries, according to Lt. Lewis Gilmour of the Santa Monica Police Department.
Opera singer Jubilant Sykes was stabbed to death in his Santa Monica house on Dec. 8, 2025. ullstein bild via Getty Images
Police seen outside of Sykes’ house after he was found stabbed. Jeremy Louwerse / New York Post
Sykes’ body being removed from the crime scene by police. Jeremy Louwerse / New York Post
Santa Monica Fire Department personnel pronounced Sykes dead at the scene.
Police say Micah Sykes, 31, the victim’s son, was arrested at the house and remains in custody.
Authorities also revealed that the son has a history of mental illness.
Jubliant Sykes’ 31-year-old son Micah was arrested in connection to the murder. Instagram / @jubilantsykes
Jubilant Sykes pictured with Micah (right).
Micah Sykes has a history of mental illness, according to authorities. Instagram / @jubilantsykes
“Based on the preliminary investigation, detectives believe this was an isolated incident contained within the household,” Gilmour said, adding that the investigation remains active.
