US EditionNot the News These Boys Wanted: Christian Rock Band Responds to Former Lead Singer's Sexual Assault, Drug Abuse Allegations
- On June 5, 2025, Newsboys publicly responded to reports accusing their former lead singer, Michael Tait, of inappropriate sexual behavior and substance misuse.
- These allegations, reported by The Roys Report, claim Tait groomed and sexually assaulted multiple victims between 2004 and 2014, and have not been publicly answered by him.
- Tait previously confessed to living a double life before stepping down from Newsboys in January 2025, shortly before the band's world tour resumed, while current members expressed devastation over the news.
- In their statement, Newsboys made it clear they reject all forms of sexual assault, showed support for those who have come forward with their experiences, and encouraged others who have been affected to speak up.
- The revelations highlight serious challenges for Newsboys and underscore ongoing calls for accountability and support for survivors within their community.
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Christian Music Star Michael Tait Confesses to Unwanted Sexual Advances on Men and Cocaine Use: ‘I Was Living Two Distinctly Different Lives’
Michael Tait, who became a Grammy-winning star in the Christian music world as a member of DC Talk in the ’90s, and continued that hit streak in recent years with a long stint as lead singer for the group Newsboys, has issued a “confession” on social media in which he admits that allegations of unwanted […]
Former Leader Of Christian Band Newsboys Known For Hit Song “God’s Not Dead” Hit With Sexual Assault Allegations
This is quite shocking. The former leader of the Christian band Newsboys has been hit with sexual assault allegations. If you’re not familiar with the band, you probably heard their hit song “God’s Not Dead” if you listen to Christian radio. Well, now explosive allegations have emerged that the band’s former lead singer, Michael Tait, sexually assaulted three men. KPLCTV covered the story more in-depth: Michael Tait, the former leader of the Ch…
Former Leader Of Christian Band Newsboys Known For Hit Song "God's Not Dead" Hit With Sexual Assault Allegations * 100PercentFedUp.com * by Andi
This is quite shocking. The former leader of the Christian band Newsboys has been hit with sexual assault allegations. If you’re not familiar with the band, you probably heard their hit song “God’s Not Dead” if you listen to Christian radio. Well, now explosive allegations have emerged that the band’s former lead singer, Michael Tait, sexually assaulted three men. KPLCTV covered the story more in-depth: Michael Tait, the former leader of the Chr…
Popular Christian rock band responds to sexual assault accusations against ex-singer: ‘Our hearts were shattered’
The popular Christian rock band Newsboys released a statement last week following allegations of sexual assault against the group’s former lead singer Michael Tait.
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