Jon Batiste Biography

Is Jon Batiste Married Suleika Jaouad?

Jon Batiste is married to Suleika Jaouad, a journalist and novelist who works in the entertainment industry. In an interview with CBS News Sunday Morning on April 3, 2022, the pair disclosed that they had secretly married in February 2022 during a broadcast on CBS News Sunday Morning.

Actor Jon Batiste is in a relationship with author Suleika Jaouad. SOURCE: Instagram (suleikajaouad)

Over the past few decades, there have been numerous speculations regarding Jon Batiste's sexuality and personal life. While many assume the pianist to be straight, some claimed that he might be a gay man.

But, uninfluenced by the gossip and rumors, Jon falsified the speculations when he announced he was in a relationship with Suleika for over a decade. Batiste has been involved in a long-term relationship with Emmy award-winning writer Suleika Jaouad. And, Batiste might pop the question soon too. But, as of now, Jon and Suleika share a home and already live as a married couple. Not to mention, Jon watched the 2022 Grammy nomination announcement with his wife at their home.

Jon Batiste Supported Cancer-Survived Wife

Jonathan Batiste stood by the side of his beloved Wife Suleika Jaouad amidst her battle with bone marrow transplant surgery. Suleika previously fought cancer for years. Though doctors mentioned she only had a 35% chance of surviving in the long run, neither Jon nor Suleika lost their hope for life.

Suleika Jaouad is a Cancer survivor. SOURCE: Instagram

Having the back of her boyfriend and his love, Suleika eventually survived cancer. Jaouad underwent her first chemotherapy at age 23 in 2012. Speaking of their whereabouts, Jonathan first met Suleika at a band camo about 17 years ago.

After kindling romance for a few years, they made several PDA appearances. And their amazing chemistry could make any happily married couple envious. In 2018, both Jon and Suleika attended the New York screening of Quincy. They even became part of the 60ths Grammy Awards in September 2018.

Jon Batiste's Net Worth Collection

Jon Batiste was already popular before he officially entered this world as he belongs to a wealthy and globally celebrated family background. As of 2022, His net worth is $4 Million. Some of his reputed family members include Harold Batiste, Alvin Batiste, Jon Batiste, Lionel Batiste, Russell Batiste Jr.

Batiste has released many studio albums, including 2016's Christmas with Jon Batiste. In March 2021. Jon released his latest album, We Are, which includes the fantastic single "I Need You."

Similarly, in 2014, Batiste and his band Stay Human appeared on The Colbert Report to perform the group's single "Express Yourself." Subsequently, the squad was announced as the house band on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Since then, Batiste has performed and worked alongside Billy Joel, John Legend, Madonna, Adam Driver, and Will Smith.

Jon Batiste - Quick Facts

• Jon Batiste's father, Michael Batiste, is a bassist who performed with Jackie Wilson and Issac Hayes on the Chitlin Circuit in the 60s and 70s. His dad established the Batiste Brothers Band, which comprises seven brothers who played R&B, soul, funk, and New Orleans music.
• Jon Batiste's parents, Jean Batiste and Estelle Batiste owned a grocery store and hardware store in the 9th ward of New Orleans. 
• Jon Batiste's net worth is $4 Million.
• Born in Metairie, Louisiana, but grew up in Kenner, Louisiana. Batiste played percussion at 8 with his family's band, the Batiste Band before he switched to piano11.
• Batiste attended the St. Augustine High School New Orleans Center for Creative Arts, graduating in 2004.
• Earned a degree of Bachelor of Music in 2011 before achieving a Master of music in 2013.
• While studying at Julliard, Jon came up with his second album, Live in New York: At Rubin Museum of Arts.
• At age 20, Jonathan made his debut in the Royal Concertgebouw in Amsterdam.
• Produced and performed his own shows conducting music classes all around the Netherland in inner-city schools.
• Batiste attended the Black Lives Matter movement's rallies in 2020.
• Batiste received the most nominations at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards for eleven categories.
• Batiste is set to perform at Miami Beach Live! show in March 2022.

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