Wondering why Michael Tait is making headlines across the Christian music world? The former Newsboys frontman recently admitted to serious misconduct. A years-long investigation had revealed allegations of drug abuse and sexual assault. Michael Tait’s “confession” followed a detailed report involving multiple alleged victims.
Here’s what we know about the allegations and Michael Tait’s “confession.”
Michael Tait admits to past drug use and inappropriate conduct in online ‘confession’
On June 10, Michael Tait shared a post on Instagram titled “My Confession.” He admitted to drug use and unwanted sexual advances on men.
His statement followed the release of an investigative article by The Roys Report, which accused Tait of misconduct over a span of two decades. Tait wrote, “Recent reports of my reckless and destructive behavior, including drug and alcohol abuse and sexual activity are sadly, largely true.”
In the post, Tait confessed, “For some two decades I used and abused cocaine, consumed far too much alcohol, and, at times, touched men in an unwanted sensual way.” He said he made no excuses, adding, “While I might dispute certain details in the accusations against me, I do not dispute the substance of them.” He also acknowledged, “I was, for the most part, living two distinctly different lives.”
Tait left Newsboys abruptly in January 2025. On June 4, The Roys Report revealed three men accused Tait of assault during tours in 2004, 2010, and 2014. Two said he fondled them after drinking. One alleged non-consensual touching after Tait invited him to share a bed.
Newsboys responded in a June 5 statement, writing, “We are horrified, heartbroken, and angry… we feel as if we and our families have been deceived for the last fifteen years.” K-LOVE and other Christian radio networks paused airplay for Newsboys and DC Talk music after the story broke.
Tait wrote that he had entered a treatment facility in Utah earlier this year and had been sober since. “I accept the consequences of my sin and am committed to continuing the hard work of repentance and healing,” he stated. He concluded by apologizing to those hurt by his actions.
Originally reported by Vritti Johar on ComingSoon.net.
