Comedian Reggie Watts Dropped From Festivals After Drug and Abuse Allegations

PUBLISHED Aug 24, 2026, 7:28 PM ET

Comedian and musician Reggie Watts has been removed from multiple festival lineups following an investigative report detailing allegations of drug-related behavior and abusive conduct in past relationships. Rolling Stone published accounts from former partners and associates of Watts, as well as friends of his late former girlfriend Katherine McCollough, who died by suicide in March. Sources accused Watts of reckless behavior and boundary violations during their relationships. Watts strongly denied allegations of abuse, and his attorney rejected any suggestions linking him to McCollough's death as dangerously false. Consequently, event organizers for Shambala and Greenbelt festivals in England dropped Watts from their lineups, while collaborative musical performances in Bristol were canceled. Additionally, a television series removed a theme song created by Watts from its programming. Organizers and partners continue reassessing affiliations amid the ongoing controversy.

By James Porter | JQJO News

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