Robin Thicke Takes Over as Bandleader on Celebrity Name That Tune
Originally published Jul 15, 2026
By Brittany Sims, TV Insider · TV Insider
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Key points
- Robin Thicke replaces Randy Jackson as bandleader for Season 6.
- Jane Krakowski returns as host for the upcoming season.
- Season 6 premieres on September 21, 2026 at 8/7c on Fox.
- Contestants compete for a $100,000 charity prize in the bonus round.
Fox's musical game show Celebrity Name That Tune returns for its sixth season with Robin Thicke stepping in as the new bandleader, replacing longtime pianist Randy Jackson. Jane Krakowski continues as host, guiding celebrity contestants through rapid‑fire music identification rounds that culminate in a bonus round offering $100,000 for charity. The season premieres on Monday, September 21 at 8/7c, followed by Celebrity Weakest Link. The series was renewed during Fox's May 11 upfronts and will air weekly for the remainder of the season. Production notes highlight the show's evolution from everyday participants to an all‑celebrity format since its 2021 revival.
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