Movie star Tom Cruise descended onto France’s 80,000-seat Stade de Franc to the sound of H.E.R. performing the “Star Spangled Banner” to transport the Olympic flag, ushering in a suitably Hollywood vibe to the closing ceremony of the Paris Games as it handed the torch to the Games’ next host, Los Angeles. After weeks of […]

“David Makes Man” actor Akili McDowell has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting a man to death. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a shooting call and found an unresponsive male with gunshot wounds. According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, “On July 20, 2024, Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies […]

Katie Ledecky, the undisputed queen of distance swimming, has once again claimed the 800-meter freestyle gold medal. Her victory marks an unprecedented fourth consecutive Olympic triumph in the event. The race was a thrilling showdown between Ledecky and Australia’s Ariarne Titmus. The two swimmers pushed each other to the limit, with both under world record […]

After leading the U.S. women’s Olympic gymnastics team to a gold medal victory in the team final, Biles solidified her status by capturing the gold medal in the all-around competition at the Paris Olympics. Facing stiff competition from Brazil’s Rebeca Andrade (silver) and U.S. teammate Suni Lee (bronze), Biles delivered a dominant performance. This victory […]

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison, a former standout at the University of Southern California (USC), was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving after authorities found him asleep at the wheel near Los Angeles International Airport. The incident occurred around 11:10 p.m. on July 12, according to an emailed statement to The Epoch Times from […]

Shannen Doherty, widely known for her groundbreaking role as Brenda Walsh on the iconic teen drama “Beverly Hills, 90210,” has passed away at the age of 53. Her publicist, Leslie Sloane, confirmed in a statement that Ms. Doherty succumbed to breast cancer, which had re-emerged in 2020 following a period of remission that began in […]

A New Mexico judge has dismissed the involuntary manslaughter case against actor Alec Baldwin with prejudice, meaning it cannot be brought back to court. This decision is final and prevents the prosecution from pursuing the same charges against Mr. Baldwin again. The dismissal on Friday was due to the prosecution’s failure to provide the defense […]

Actress Shelley Duval, best known for her work in “The Shining,” “Popeye,” and “Nashville”, passed away at the age of 75. Her death was confirmed by her longtime partner, Dan Gilroy, in a statement. “My dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend left us last night. Too much suffering lately, now she’s free. Fly away, […]

Jon Landau, the Oscar-winning producer known for his work on “Titanic” and “Avatar,” passed away at the age of 63 on Friday. His son, Jamie Landau, confirmed the news to The Hollywood Reporter, although further details about the cause of death have not been disclosed. Born on July 30, 1960, in New York City to […]

Tejano singer Johnny Canales, host of the popular syndicated television program “The Johnny Canales Show,” passed away at 77, his family disclosed on June 13. Although the cause of death remains unknown, his wife, Nora Canales, conveyed to the media that he died at 11:55 p.m. on Wednesday. A heartfelt Facebook post confirmed his passing. […]

Actor and producer Will Smith shared a painful yet memorable experience from the set of the 2001 biopic “Ali” on June 5, during an appearance on First We Feast’s “Hot Ones.” The YouTube talk show features celebrities eating 10 chicken wings, each prepared with a progressively hotter sauce, while answering questions from host Sean Evans. […]

On Thursday, South Florida authorities executed a raid on the residence of Jamaican-American singer and rapper Sean Kingston. The Broward County Sheriff’s Office targeted the upscale property in Southwest Ranches, with aerial footage from WSVN showing a heavy police presence at the home the rapper and ringer rents, including multiple cruisers stationed both inside the […]

Miss USA announced on social media on May 6 that she is stepping down from the role, citing her mental health and well-being. Noelia Voigt, 24, who clinched the 2023 Miss USA title in September, announced the news on her Instagram account. “I realize this may come as a large shock to many. Never compromise […]

The Los Angeles Lakers parted ways with head coach Darvin Ham on Friday, concluding his two-year run at the helm. This unexpected move throws the spotlight on the Lakers’s quest for a new leader, one who can navigate LeBron James’s twilight years and shepherd the team back to championship glory. Lakers Vice President of Basketball […]

Comedian Russell Brand shared a photo on social media on April 28 following his baptism. The photo, an image of Mr. Brand embracing his dog, offered a glimpse into his personal life after a period of public exploration of Christian beliefs. This exploration had unfolded over several months, with Mr. Brand openly engaging with Christian […]

In the wake of tornadoes ravaging multiple Midwest states, country artist Zach Bryan and his band have stepped forward to lend their support in the cleanup efforts. The devastation, spanning Oklahoma, Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska, claimed the lives of at least five individuals between  April 26 and 27. Notably, tornadoes of EF-3 intensity, as per […]

French Actor Gérard Depardieu finds himself at the center of a police inquiry as reports from French media outlets detail his summoning by Parisian authorities. Allegations from two women accusing him of sexual assault during film productions have prompted this legal scrutiny. The 75-year-old actor, known for his roles in “Green Card” and “Cyrano de […]

Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction was overturned by New York’s highest court, citing the trial judge’s prejudicial handling of the landmark #MeToo case. The 4–3 decision on Thursday highlighted the judge’s “egregious” missteps, including allowing testimony on allegations unrelated to the case, prompting the court to order a new trial. This decision reignites a painful […]

In a strategic move to amplify her latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” Taylor Swift is embarking on a promotional journey through TikTok, potentially granting the social media powerhouse access to a vast array of global user accounts and their corresponding personal data. Following the release of her album at midnight Eastern time Friday, Ms. […]

Reality television personalities Todd and Julie Chrisley are appealing various aspects of their convictions and sentences for federal charges related to bank fraud and tax evasion. Oral arguments are set to begin on Friday, April 19. Accompanied by their accountant, Peter Tarantino, who shares their fate behind bars, the trio seeks recourse, aiming to contest […]