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By Marianne Garvey Olivia Wilde has shared how she felt about being publicly served legal documents in a new interview. Wilde was introducing her upcoming directorial project, “Don’t Worry Darling,” to an industry audience at CinemaCon in April when she was delivered a manila envelope on stage. She opened it to discover they were legal

By Marianne Garvey Barbie Ferreira is leaving “Euphoria.” Ferreira, who plays Kat on the show, revealed the news on her Instagram Story on Wednesday, saying she will not be returning to the HBO drama ahead of its third season. “After four years of getting to embody the most special and enigmatic character Kat, I’m having

By Sonia Moghe, CNN Chef Mario Batali has settled two lawsuits with women who accused him of touching them inappropriately in separate incidents in 2016 and 2017. Alexandra Brown sued Batali in 2019 for allegedly kissing her, touching her on her thigh and reaching under her skirt and touching her vagina without her consent at

By Harmeet Kaur, CNN When Capitol Records signed so-called robot rapper FN Meka earlier this month, it billed the move as a new frontier in the music industry. But just weeks after the Black male cyborg debuted its first single under the major label, Capitol Records shelved the effort over criticism from Black music industry

By Chloe Melas Authorities in New York City are investigating a rape allegation against actor Devin Ratray, who’s best known for his role as the big brother in the “Home Alone” movies, CNN has learned. Ratray, who denied the allegation in a phone call with CNN, is currently facing domestic violence charges stemming from an

By Scottie Andrew, CNN The Texas church that staged an unauthorized production of the Tony-winning musical “Hamilton” and changed several lines to include references to Jesus and Christianity has apologized to “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and the team behind the musical for its staging. The Door, a church in McAllen, confirmed that its production was

Review by Brian Lowry, CNN “Welcome to Wrexham” desperately wants to position itself as “the real ‘Ted Lasso,’” but that’s only part of what’s going on in this FX docuseries, in which Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney buy a struggling Welsh soccer team. The resulting series is a little of this, a bit of that,

Review by Brian Lowry, CNN John McAfee was a strange, eccentric figure, who helpfully allowed cameras to chronicle almost every beat of his frenzied, paranoia-filled flight from the authorities. Yet “Running With the Devil: The Wild World of John McAfee” suffers from zooming in too close on its subject, leaving a documentary that’s chaotic and

By Lisa Respers France, CNN Tommy Lee has an explanation as to why his Instagram followers recently saw a lot more of him. In a video posted on the rocker’s verified Twitter account, he is seen talking to the audience at the Mötley Crüe concert held over the weekend in San Antonio, Texas. “A couple

By Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN You may already know Mo Amer for playing a sidekick on “Ramy,” for being the Muslim comedian who somehow got seated next to Eric Trump on a plane, or for being cast to appear alongside The Rock in the upcoming “Black Adam” superhero film. But you’re about to know him

Essay by Marianne Garvey, CNN Alright, I’ll say it. I just turned 47. And the reason I am telling you my age is because I will not be ashamed or embarrassed by it. I will also reveal the number because I just left “Harry’s House,” which is what Madison Square Garden is being called during

By Sonia Moghe, CNN At least three people reported to police that Gary Busey allegedly touched them inappropriately at a Monster Mania event in New Jersey earlier this month, according to a probable cause affidavit. Police said the actor initially denied groping anyone, then asked police to “apologize to the victims,” later asking detectives to

By Lisa Respers France, CNN Jennifer Lopez Affleck is sharing her wedding look with her subscribers. The superstar singer and actress shared a photo of herself behind a white veil on Instagram Tuesday. “First peek at my wedding looks at OnTheJLo.com,” the caption read. On The JLo is her newsletter, where she first shared news

By Lisa Respers France, CNN Emily Carey is 19 years old and she says she loves social media. But being a teen on the apps hits differently when you are on “House of The Dragon” and your comments about your role cause a backlash. Carey talked to News.com.au about what happened following some comments she

By Scottie Andrew, CNN Even the biggest pop star in the world is uncomfortable when his private relationships go public. Harry Styles, former One Direction teen idol and current solo superstar, reflected on his highly publicized and dissected private life in a new interview with Rolling Stone. In it, he addressed everything from accusations of

By Lisa Respers France, CNN Gamers and action lovers unite. HBO Max just released a teaser look at some of its upcoming projects, including the eagerly awaited series “The Last of Us.” Based on the popular video game of the same name, the show stars Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey as a smuggler and the

By Toyin Owoseje, CNN It was a “Modern Family” reunion when Sarah Hyland tied the knot with her longtime partner, Wells Adams, over the weekend. The 31-year-old actress was flanked by her on-screen family, including Sofia Vergara, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Ariel Winter and Nolan Gould, as she said “I do” to the “Bachelor in Paradise”

By AJ Willingham, CNN “Game of Thrones” fans, it’s time to put your season 8 trust issues aside and return to Westeros for another emotionally taxing adventure! HBO’s new spinoff “House of the Dragon” promises to have all of the rich lore of the original series, plus an extended CGI dragon budget. As it is

By Chuck Johnston, CNN Actor Gary Busey is facing sex offense charges that allegedly occurred during the annual Monster Mania Convention held at the Doubletree Hotel in Cherry Hill, New Jersey last weekend, according to police. Cherry Hill Police responded to the hotel for the report of a sex offense. As a result of the

By Scottie Andrew, CNN When we first meet Helly R., the indefatigable heroine of “Severance,” she’s splayed on a conference table in a windowless room carpeted in putrid shades of green. She awakens, for the first time, as an “innie” — someone who’s elected to sever their brain so that they can perform their work

By Marianne Garvey K-pop girl group Blackpink has released a new song, “Pink Venom,” and an accompanying music video for it. The song is from the group’s forthcoming sophomore album, “Born Pink,” which is set for release on Sept. 16. Blackpink, made up of members Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa, and Rosé, recently told Rolling Stone how

By Marianne Garvey Trevor Noah is sick of cancel culture and he had something to say about the public’s recent perception of Kanye West. In the past, the two had feuded over Noah’s comments that West was “harassing” his ex wife, Kim Kardashian, during their divorce, but Noah says now it’s more complicated than that.

By Lisa Respers France, CNN The world was denied a Taylor Swift cameo in “The Twilight Saga: New Moon.” The person who made that call now wishes he hadn’t. Chris Weitz, who directed the film, shared recently during a conversation on “The Twilight Effect with Ashley Greene and Melanie Howe” podcast that he and Swift

By Marianne Garvey Patrick Swayze would have turned 70 on Thursday if it were not for the pancreatic cancer he died from in 2009. The “Dirty Dancing” star was one of the first public figures to reveal he had the disease, the same one that Alex Trebek and Steve Jobs died from. Swayze was diagnosed

By Marianne Garvey The Addams Family is back. This time thanks to director Tim Burton. The trailer for the upcoming spinoff series “Wednesday” has been released and it’s very Burton-esque. “You” star Jenna Ortega plays Wednesday, the gothlike teenage daughter of Morticia and Gomez Addams who has psychic abilities. She is attending Nevermore Academy, where,

By Marianne Garvey Priscilla Presley is remembering her late husband Elvis Presley on the 45th anniversary of his death. Presley, who was married to the king of rock and roll, spoke to “Today” about her memories and time with him. Elvis died of a heart attack on Aug. 16, 1977, at his Graceland home in

By Lisa Respers France, CNN Florence Pugh and Zach Braff have been used to the attention on their relationship, which they quietly ended earlier this year, according to Pugh. “We’ve been trying to do this separation without the world knowing, because it’s been a relationship that everybody has an opinion on,” Pugh told Harper’s Bazaar

By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN Wolfgang Petersen, the Oscar-nominated director of films like “Das Boot” and “Air Force One,” died on August 12, his spokesperson, Michelle Bega from Rogers & Cowan/PMK, told CNN. He was 81. Petersen, a German filmmaker, earned the most awards acclaim in his career for his 1981 World War II epic “Das

Review by Brian Lowry, CNN After six seasons building toward Saul Goodman’s foreshadowed fall, “Better Call Saul” presented its final chapter, faced with the burdensome expectations raised by its Emmy-winning predecessor, “Breaking Bad.” Adding callbacks from that series and building on its own run, the show delivered a thoughtful contemplation of what transformed the title

By Lisa Respers France, CNN Good luck getting Adele to admit whether or not she is engaged to Rich Paul. In a new cover article with Elle magazine, the British singer played it close to the vest when it comes to her status with her American sports agent boyfriend. “Well, I’m not married,” is how

By Scottie Andrew and Chloe Melas, CNN Anne Heche, an entrancing actor whose versatility powered an admirable career in television and film spanning four decades, has died at 53. “Anne Heche has been peacefully taken off life support,” a representative for her family told CNN earlier Sunday night, and later confirmed the actress’ passing. Heche’s

By Claudia Dominguez, CNN Actress and director Denise Dowse, whose prolific career featured roles in “Beverly Hills, 90210,” “Insecure” and “Ray,” has died, her family confirmed to CNN Sunday. She was 64. “With a heavy heart I have to announce her passing away,” the actress’ sister Tracey Dowse said in a statement. She also announced

By Kevin Flower and Josh Campbell, CNN FBI testing of the gun used in the fatal shooting on the movie set of “Rust” found that the weapon handled by actor Alec Baldwin could not be fired without pulling the trigger while the gun was cocked, according to a newly released forensics report. Baldwin had the

By Radhika Marya, CNN Some of the stars behind summer’s hottest new music found themselves in hot water when listeners and disability advocates spoke out against a lyric viewed as an ableist slur. Backlash came quickly, and the artists were just as quick to respond. Lizzo took to Instagram to announce she had edited the

Review by Brian Lowry, CNN The occasional head-scratching over why movies get sent directly to streaming isn’t an issue with “Secret Headquarters,” a spin on superheroes that tilts a lot closer to Disney Channel territory than Marvel. The real surprise is that the film was ever earmarked for a theatrical release before cooler heads prevailed,

Review by Brian Lowry, CNN “Day Shift” is about vampires, but it’s one of those Frankenstein-like movies stitched together from used parts, with Jamie Foxx as a family man version of Marvel’s Blade, mashed up with horror and buddy comedy. It’s the kind of star-driven vehicle that yields obvious benefits to Netflix even if, qualitatively

By Scottie Andrew, CNN Steve Martin is experiencing a new wave of popularity thanks to his Hulu series “Only Murders in the Building.” But the 76-year-old says he’s ready to wind down when the show eventually ends. Martin told the Hollywood Reporter he will be ready to slow down somewhat once his Emmy-nominated comedy wraps

By Cheri Mossburg, CNN Actress Anne Heche is now being investigated for felony DUI after crashing her car into a Los Angeles area home, which then caught on fire last week, according to police. The initial investigation was for misdemeanor DUI, but results from a blood draw from Heche and word of an injury to

Review by Brian Lowry, CNN Thirty years later, “A League of Their Own” receives a major makeover in a narratively ambitious but uneven Amazon series, providing timely filters on the World War II-era drama while dialing down the laughs. Specifically, the show considers what it was like to be a lesbian or Black during that

By Scottie Andrew, CNN On “iCarly,” they played best friends, web show hosts and polar opposites. In real life, though, Jennette McCurdy and Miranda Cosgrove are still close, even if they’re no longer castmates. Ahead of the release of her memoir, “I’m Glad My Mom Died,” McCurdy reflected on her yearslong friendship with Cosgrove, with

By Chloe Melas, CNN Actress and director Denise Dowse is hospitalized with viral meningitis, according to a post from her sister. “I am requesting support and prayers be offered me and my sister, and my only immediate family @denisedowse,” her sister wrote in an Instagram post made to Dowse’s official account. “She is currently in

By Amy Simonson and Aya Elamroussi, CNN Rapper Young Thug has been indicted on additional charges related to gang activity along with drug and firearms violations nearly three months after he was arrested in Atlanta, according to court documents. The rapper was initially indicted in May on conspiracy to violate the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt