Entertainment

By Lianne Kolirin and Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Sia’s estranged husband is seeking more than $250,000 in monthly spousal support payments. The Australian singer, whose full name is Sia Furler, filed a petition for dissolution of marriage from her second husband, Daniel Bernad, back in March. The pair were married in 2022 and welcomed

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — “Kpop Demon Hunters” has left fans craving more, but there appears to be one wish that won’t get granted. Maggie Kang, creator and co-director of the hit Netflix animated musical film, talked to the BBC along with her co-director Chris Appelhans about what comes next. One thing of

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — D’Angelo, whose cool tunes and one hot music video turned him a legend of neo-soul, has died, according to a statement from his family. He was 51. “The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life,” his family said in a statement

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Alec Baldwin has a “whale” of an explanation about how he and his brother, fellow actor Stephen Baldwin, ended up crashing their car into a tree in the Hamptons. The “30 Rock” star explained in a video shared to social media that he and his younger brother were

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — By now we should all know that the life of a showgirl is a busy one. Taylor Swift is continuing to deliver fresh products for her fans and the Swifties are getting fed again, according to an announcement made Monday on “Good Morning America.” “Disney+ will stream a

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — When Diane Keaton first appeared on screen in “Annie Hall,” the moment was revolutionary. Playing the title character, she was the epitome of the modern woman that was being so intensely discussed during the 1970s, as feminists and supporters attempted to get the Equal Rights Amendment ratified to

By Zoe Sottile, Sarah Dewberry, CNN (CNN) — The death of acclaimed actress Diane Keaton, who starred in “Annie Hall” and “The Godfather,” has been met with grief and shock. Keaton’s death was confirmed to CNN by Dori Rath, a producer who worked on several of her most recent films. No cause of death was

CNN By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Diane Keaton, known for her unique brand of comedic timing and inimitable style, has died. Stars from Goldie Hawn to Bette Midler to Steve Martin expressed their love of the actor after hearing the news, paying tribute to “just a truly original person,” as Reese Witherspoon put it.

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Diane Keaton, known for her unique brand of comedic timing and inimitable style, has died. Stars from Goldie Hawn to Bette Midler to Steve Martin expressed their love of the actor after hearing the news, paying tribute to “just a truly original person,” as Reese Witherspoon put it. “It’s

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Don’t speak, just plan on heading to Las Vegas to see No Doubt. The band fronted by Gwen Stefani will be playing a limited engagement at Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada. The pop-punk and ska-inspired group most famous for their ’90s-era hits including “Just a Girl” and “Don’t

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — During a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show, Aziz Ansari defended his decision to perform at the Riyadh Comedy Festival. He also said he planned on donating part of the fee he earned to “causes that support free press and human rights.” Human Rights Watch has

By Lisa Respers France, Isabel Rosales, CNN (CNN) — Bad Bunny told America on “Saturday Night Live” last week that people still have a few months to learn Spanish to get ready to best enjoy his Super Bowl halftime show performance. Some Black people aren’t playing about it, as seen on social media. There’s a

By Marshall Cohen, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge on Thursday dismissed the defamation lawsuit Drake brought against his own record label, Universal Music Group, for publishing and promoting Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us.” District Judge Jeannette Vargas concluded that the Grammy-winning song – where Lamar infamously claimed Drake was a “certified pedophile”

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Sounds like Justin Bieber’s mom doesn’t have to worry about him. The pop star’s mother Pattie Mallette, recently posted a series of photos on social media of Bieber. In it, he is wearing a shirt which read on the back “Pray For Me” — and she wrote in

CNN By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Dolly Parton wants everyone know she’s fine and “not dying.” An odd thing to have to say, yes. But the country music icon, actress, activist and humanitarian posted a video to social media on Wednesday to clear up rumors that had been going around to the contrary. “I

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Jason Kelce is out here doing the dirty work on behalf of Swifties everywhere. On the latest episode of “New Heights,” the retired Philadelphia Eagles center and his younger brother Travis Kelce took some time to share their review of Taylor Swift’s new album “The Life of a

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Dolly Parton wants everyone know she’s fine and “not dying.” An odd thing to have to say, yes. But the country music icon, actress, activist and humanitarian posted a video to social media on Wednesday to clear up rumors that had been going around to the contrary. “I wanted

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Taylor Swift knows you have some thoughts on her latest album, and she’s ready for it. The superstar billionaire singer-songwriter appeared on The Zane Lowe Show for Apple Music on Tuesday, where she said she “welcomes the chaos” when it comes to how fans and listeners feel about her

By Eric Levenson, CNN (CNN) — If lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs get their way, the hip-hop mogul will spend his next few years in a massive low-security prison with a drug abuse treatment program, not too far from family. Combs’ lawyers on Monday asked Judge Arun Subramanian to recommend to the Bureau of Prisons

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck reunited on the red carpet Monday night dressed in their best and putting forward a “friendly ex” vibe, but maybe don’t read too much into the encounter. The pair, who split last year, appeared together, arms around each other and smiling wide for

By Amarachi Orie, CNN (CNN) — George Clooney has been immersed in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood for decades, but he didn’t want the same for his children – and for good reason. The two-time Oscar winner, who lives on a farm in France with his wife Amal and 8-year-old twins, Alexander and Ella,

CNN By Choire Sicha, CNN (CNN) — Even the most die-hard Taylor Swift fan is being tested right now. The fandom is facing all kinds of harsh realities and online scorn, from Swift’s absolutely mercenary levels of multiple and expensive versions of physical media to a meh song that seems to be about her boyfriend,

By Rhea Mogul, CNN (CNN) — Grammy award-winning country singer Zach Bryan has seemingly taken a swipe at raids by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement with the teaser of his new song, inserting himself into a political debate that has divided the nation. The 29-year-old is one of country music’s biggest stars, earning praise for

By Donald Judd, Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump has confirmed that Sean “Diddy” Combs has requested a presidential pardon in connection with his federal criminal case. While speaking with CNN’s Kaitlan Collins on Monday regarding a potential pardon for Jeffrey Epstein’s former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell, Trump mentioned that “a lot of people

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Taylor Swift and her mother Andrea Swift are incredibly close, but it may be time for “the talk.” The younger Swift appeared on SiriusXM’s “The Morning Mash Up” Monday and shared that her mom had some thoughts about the track “Wood” on the pop superstar’s new album, “The

By Choire Sicha, CNN (CNN) — Even the most die-hard Taylor Swift fan is being tested right now. The fandom is facing all kinds of harsh realities and online scorn, from Swift’s absolutely mercenary levels of multiple and expensive versions of physical media to a meh song that seems to be about her boyfriend, Travis

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — It’s not easy giving yourself over to absolute pleasure – unless you’re watching one of the most popular midnight movies in the presence of a cult movie icon. Tim Curry made a surprise appearance at a 50th anniversary screening of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” over the weekend at

CNN By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN (CNN) — Bad Bunny, el primero presentador de la nueva temporada de ‘Saturday Night Live,’ tenía un mensaje para todos: “If you didn’t understand what I just said, you have four months to learn.” During his monologue, the musician didn’t shy away from the backlash that stemmed from the recent

By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN (CNN) — Bad Bunny, el primero presentador de la nueva temporada de ‘Saturday Night Live,’ tenía un mensaje para todos: “If you didn’t understand what I just said, you have four months to learn.” During his monologue, the musician didn’t shy away from the backlash that stemmed from the recent announcement

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Give Tony Shalhoub a role playing a character and he’s going to feast on it, but when it comes to showing up as himself, it’s a little bit trickier. “It’s the most difficult thing. That was one of the most startling things about it, was that unscripted is

By Lauren del Valle, Nicki Brown, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge sentenced Sean “Diddy” Combs to four years and two months in prison Friday afternoon, telling the disgraced music mogul that his crimes were serious but there is “light at the end of the tunnel” for him. Combs has been jailed in a federal

By Lauren del Valle, Nicki Brown, Kara Scannell, and Elizabeth Wagmeister New York (CNN) – Sean “Diddy” Combs has been sentenced to 50 months, or just over four years, in prison for his conviction on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. Federal District Judge Arun Subramanian announced the decision on Friday, Oct. 3,

CNN By Lauren del Valle, Nicki Brown, Kara Scannell, and Elizabeth Wagmeister New York (CNN) – Sean “Diddy” Combs has been sentenced to 50 months, or just over four years, in prison for his conviction on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. Federal District Judge Arun Subramanian announced the decision on Friday, Oct.

By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN (CNN) — Singer-turned-actor Tyrese Gibson turned himself in to police in Atlanta on Friday morning, days after breaking his silence about an alleged incident in which his neighbors say his dogs attacked and killed another dog. Gibson, who faces a misdemeanor charge of animal cruelty, was booked just before 6 a.m.

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Taylor Swift is in her grown-woman era. While Swift’s younger fanbase of tweens and teens is often celebrated, the reality is the pop superstar who came of age in the spotlight is now 35, engaged, and over-the-top in love. She’s also – clearly – enjoying being loved by

CNN By Auzinea Bacon, CNN (CNN) — In an unprecedented win for a theatrical release announced just two weeks ago, the album debut event from American pop superstar Taylor Swift topped the domestic box office with about $33 million domestically. “Taylor Swift: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl,” released in theaters for a three-day

By Kara Scannell, Lauren del Valle, CNN (CNN) — Sean “Diddy” Combs is set to be sentenced Friday morning for his federal conviction on two prostitution-related charges. He’s been jailed in a federal detention facility in Brooklyn, New York since his arrest in September of last year and faces up to 10 years in prison

By Hanna Park, CNN (CNN) — Actress Lori Loughlin and fashion designer Mossimo Giannulli have separated after nearly 28 years of marriage, a representative for the actress said. “Lori and Mossimo are living apart and taking a break from their marriage,” Loughlin’s representative, Elizabeth Much, said in a statement to CNN. The couple, who according

By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN (CNN) — Taylor Alison Swift, noted numerologist and superstar performer, has taken a break from sourdough to bake up a new album, out now. “The Life of a Showgirl” – Swift’s 12th album, announced at 12:12 a.m. on August 12 – reunites her with the hit producer-writers Shellback and Max Martin,

By Lauren del Valle, CNN (CNN) — Sean “Diddy” Combs made an impassioned plea to the judge who oversaw his trial in a letter on Thursday, one day before Combs is set to be sentenced after being convicted in July of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. “I lost my way. I got

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — “Peaky Blinders” fans are going to be doubly blessed. Netflix announced Thursday that they have ordered two, 6-episode seasons of a sequel to the hit series from the show’s creator Steven Knight. According to the streaming giant, the story takes place in Britain in 1953. “After being heavily

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Keith Urban is singing a different tune these days. In a recent video shared with up-and-coming country singer Maggie Baugh, she performs with Urban on his song, “The Fighter.” On the original, which features his fellow country star Carrie Underwood, Urban sings, “When they’re tryna get to you,

By Kara Scannell, CNN (CNN) — Ahead of his sentencing on Friday, a former girlfriend of Sean “Diddy” Combs, who was identified as “Victim 3” in his indictment, says she was not sex trafficked by him. The woman, Virginia Huynh, wrote in a letter to Judge Arun Subramanian that during meetings with federal prosecutors, “I

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — This could be Taylor Swift’s most exciting era yet, if that were at all possible. Not only is she newly engaged to professional football player Travis Kelce, but she dropped her 12th studio album on Friday. And while the new record, titled “The Life of a Showgirl,” isn’t

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Tyrese Gibson has broken his silence about an alleged incident in which neighbors say his dogs attacked and killed another dog. The singer-turned-actor posted a lengthy statement from his attorney to his verified Instagram account, along with a video. “Mr. Tyrese Gibson wishes to extend his deepest condolences

By Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN (CNN) — Eight decades after Hollywood legends like Henry Fonda, Lucille Ball, Humphrey Bogart, Frank Sinatra and Judy Garland launched the Committee for the First Amendment to stand up to McCarthyism, Jane Fonda is bringing back the organization at a time she calls “the most frightening moment of my life.” The

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Eric Dane is out there fighting for others after being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in April. The “Euphoria” star traveled to Washington, DC, this week before the government shutdown with the nonprofit I AM ALS, to advocate for further research and assistance in neurodegenerative diseases The Accelerating

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Turns out Taylor Swift meant it when she sang about “never, ever getting back together.” Now that Travis Kelce has put a ring on it, the Swifties have been celebrating their girl finding her permanent guy, and saying to goodbye all the others for good. Well, maybe not

By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN (CNN) — British singer Lola Young is taking a step back from the spotlight. The 24-year-old singer, known for her hit “Messy,” said in a statement posted to her verified Instagram account on Tuesday that she was “going away for a while” and cancelling “everything for the foreseeable future.” According to

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Taylor Swift has been one of the Wives And Girlfriends of professional athletes (WAGs) for a minute, but there are levels in the WAG pyramid, if you will. The superstar singer has been dating Kansas City Chiefs football player Travis Kelce since 2023, but the pair recently got

By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — Hollywood star Michelle Pfeiffer has announced that she has become a grandmother, and spoken about how it has affected her working life. Speaking on the “Smartless” podcast on Monday, three-time Oscar nominee Pfeiffer told hosts Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes and Will Arnett that having a grandchild was “heaven.” “I’ve

By The Associated Press Nicole Kidman has filed for divorce from Keith Urban after 19 years of marriage. The 58-year-old Oscar-winning actor petitioned on Tuesday to end her marriage to the 57-year-old Grammy-winning country singer in a Nashville court. The documents state the couple has undergone “marital difficulties and irreconcilable differences.” The filings include a

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — By now, Taylor Swift’s love of the number 13 is well known. “I was born on the 13th. I turned 13 on Friday the 13th. My first album went gold in 13 weeks. My first No. 1 song had a 13-second intro,” she told Jay Leno back in

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Perhaps Kendrick Lamar was speaking to the present and the future when he said during his Super Bowl halftime performance months back that “the revolution ‘bout to be televised.” The announcement Sunday that superstar Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny will headline the next Super Bowl halftime

By Martin Goillandeau, CNN (CNN) — Dolly Parton won’t be lighting up the Las Vegas Strip this December after revealing to fans that “some health challenges” are forcing her to postpone her residency in the city. The 79-year-old country music icon said in a statement posted to social media Sunday she was told by doctors

By Sandra Gonzalez, Karina Tsui, CNN (CNN) — Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny is taking the biggest stage in football. The musician, who recently wrapped a residency in Puerto Rico, was announced as the Super Bowl LX halftime show performer on Sunday. “What I’m feeling goes beyond myself. It’s for those who came before me

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have tied the knot. The famed couple, who have reportedly been seeing each other since 2023 – shared vows at a private event over the weekend, according to a post shared by Gomez on social media. Grammy- and Emmy-nominated singer-actor Gomez and Blanco, a

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — After a tumultuous few weeks, Jimmy Kimmel is taking his show to the East Coast for a week, where he’ll chat up a guest list that includes a fellow late-night host. “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” which usually broadcasts from a studio in Hollywood, California, will air from the Brooklyn Academy

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — As the final chapter of “Stranger Things” approaches, series creators Matt and Ross Duffer are looking back. The Netflix juggernaut premiered back in July of 2016, and at Variety’s Entertainment & Tech Summit in Los Angeles on Thursday, the pair was asked for their thoughts on the fact that

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Jimmy Kimmel and Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ father have something in common. The “Veep” star shared about it Thursday during an appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” in which she explained that her father, businessman Gérard Louis-Dreyfus (who was also known as William), was “a big civil rights activist and a

By Lauren del Valle (CNN) — The judge overseeing the criminal case against Sean “Diddy” Combs did not immediately rule on his request to vacate his conviction on prostitution-related charges or his bid for a new trial. Judge Arun Subramanian told the court he would issue a decision “very shortly and otherwise will see everyone

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — So… about that donation to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. During the recent Emmy Awards, host Nate Bargatze had a running bit to keep acceptance speeches on time that he announced prior to ceremony. The comedian told the audience he planned on making a $100,000 donation

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Rihanna is no longer the only girl in her household. The singer and mogul has given birth to baby number three, a daughter, who they named Rocki Irish Mayers, according the singer, who posted a photo of her new addition on her official Instagram account. She and her

By Lisa Respers France, Sandra Gonzalez, CNN (CNN) — Jessica Chastain is speaking out about Apple TV+ pausing the planned release of her limited series “The Savant.” The thriller stars the Academy Award winner as an expert investigator who infiltrates online hate organizations in the hopes of thwarting acts of domestic terrorism. The streamer announced

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Even before his return to late-night on Tuesday, artists and entertainers had rallied around Jimmy Kimmel. A strong show of support from the Hollywood community, where Kimmel is beloved, was, perhaps, expected. “Thanks to (all) who supported our show, cared enough to do something about it, to make

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Naturally, Paris Hilton conducted her interview with CNN with an adorable, tiny pup on her lap. “She’s the new one,” Hilton said. “Her name is Iconic Princess Hilton.” The word “iconic” and Paris Hilton have long been connected. After all, her latest album is called “Infinite Icon,” and

By The Associated Press Acclaimed Italian actor Claudia Cardinale, who starred in some of the most celebrated European films of the 1960s and 1970s, has died, AFP reported Tuesday. She was 87. She starred in more than 100 films and made-for-television productions, but she was best known for embodying youthful purity in Federico Fellini’s “8½,”

By Lauren del Valle, CNN New York (CNN) — Family, friends, former employees and business associates of Sean “Diddy” Combs submitted more than 70 letters asking a federal judge for leniency ahead of his sentencing next week. “I don’t know how much longer I will be around but I would love to be able to

CNN, POOL, CBS, X By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Jimmy Kimmel will return with his late-night show on ABC on Tuesday, after an abrupt suspension last week. Kimmel is expected to address the controversy that erupted after conservatives criticized a monologue comment he made about the MAGA responses to the assassination of Charlie

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Jimmy Kimmel will return with his late-night show on ABC on Tuesday, after an abrupt suspension last week. Kimmel is expected to address the controversy that erupted after conservatives criticized a monologue comment he made about the MAGA responses to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, according to a

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Faith Evans never imagined that she would become an advocate for parents of children with autism. But her 18-year-old son, Ryder Russaw, is on the autism spectrum. While raising him, Evans told CNN she found support among a community of other parents who helped her navigate having a

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — James Van Der Beek couldn’t appear in person Monday for a reading of “Dawson’s Creek” pilot at New York City’s Richard Rodgers Theatre, but he still surprised the audience with a virtual appearance. The event was a fundraiser for the nonprofit F Cancer and Van Der Beek, who

Essay by Sofía Hanalei Sanchez, CNN San Juan, Puerto Rico (CNN) — After completing his sold-out 30-show residency “No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí” (“I Don’t Want to Leave Here”) in his hometown of San Juan, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny invited the world to join the celebration with “Una Más” (“One More”), a special

CNN By Elizabeth Wagmeister, Brian Stelter, CNN (CNN) — “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” will return to ABC on Tuesday night, the network said Monday, ending a nearly weeklong standoff over the late-night talk show, even as major station owners said they would still keep the show off their airwaves for viewers in thousands of homes. Sinclair

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Spider-Man had a bit of an accident. Tom Holland, who has starred as the superhero in films since 2016, suffered a “mild concussion,” a source with knowledge of the production told CNN. “Tom experienced a mild concussion and out of precaution, he will take a break from filming

CNN By Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN (CNN) — More than 400 celebrities are backing Jimmy Kimmel and speaking out against “government threats to our freedom of speech” in an open letter organized by the ACLU. Jennifer Aniston, Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks, Selena Gomez, Billy Crystal, Robert DeNiro, Jane Fonda, Rosie O’Donnell, Jason Bateman, Ben Stiller, Christine

By Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN (CNN) — More than 400 celebrities are backing Jimmy Kimmel and speaking out against “government threats to our freedom of speech” in an open letter organized by the ACLU. Jennifer Aniston, Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks, Selena Gomez, Billy Crystal, Robert DeNiro, Jane Fonda, Rosie O’Donnell, Jason Bateman, Ben Stiller, Christine Baranski,

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Angelina Jolie spoke up about the free speech debate going on in the United States. The Oscar-winning actress was asked at a film festival in Spain over the weekend, “What do you fear as an artist and an American?” “It is a very difficult question,” Jolie responded, according

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Remember when “Dawson’s Creek” replaced its theme song with another one? Well, now they are having to employ an understudy for one of its stars for a special event. James Van Der Beek, who played Dawson Leery on the hit teen drama which ran from 1998 to 2003,

By The Associated Press The last two remaining dates in singer d4vd’s US tour and multiple stops in his upcoming European tour have been removed from ticketing websites, as authorities continue to investigate the discovery of the decomposed body of a teenage girl in Los Angeles. Police have not said d4vd (pronounced “David”) is implicated

By Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN (CNN) — Jimmy Kimmel’s staff will continue to be paid for the time being, as discussions continue between the late-night host and Disney executives over the future of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” The program was abruptly “pre-empted indefinitely” on Wednesday amid controversy over comments Kimmel made in a monologue about Charlie Kirk’s

By Megan Thomas, CNN (CNN) — Sometimes life imitates art, in that order, and Jean Smart’s character on “Hacks” this past season is providing a strange, retroactive parallel to what’s been going on in the real-life world of late-night television of late. Not long after ABC announced the indefinite suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” over

By Megan Thomas, CNN (CNN) — Carrie Underwood is mourning the loss of her friend Brett James, who wrote one of her biggest songs. Grammy-winning songwriter James died in a plane crash on Thursday, according to the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. He was 57. Underwood and James collaborated on the 2005 hit “Jesus, Take

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Swifties rejoice: your girl is coming back to the big screen. “Taylor Swift: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl” will launch in theaters on October 3, the same day her new album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” drops. The news was announced Friday, and for OG fans

By Jack Guy and Riku Inoue, CNN (CNN) — Top Japanese girl band AKB48 have released a single created using AI, after it proved more popular with fans than a rival song written by famed J-pop producer Yasushi Akimoto. As part of a songwriting competition on a Nippon TV program called “Akimoto Yasushi vs AI

By Karina Tsui, Aaron Cooper, Andy Rose, CNN (CNN) — Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James, known for penning hits including Carrie Underwood’s “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” died in a plane crash on Thursday, according to the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. He was 57. A plane registered under James’ legal name, Brett Cornelius, crashed into a

By John Liu, Megan Thomas, CNN (CNN) — Stephen Colbert and Jon Stewart defended Jimmy Kimmel and free speech during their Thursday night shows, after ABC indefinitely suspended his popular late-night show on Wednesday amid a controversy over recent comments made by the longtime host about the investigation into Charlie Kirk’s suspected killer. “Jimmy, I

By Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN (CNN) — The decision to yank Jimmy Kimmel’s show off the air wasn’t quite as rash as one might think. The issue had been brewing all week throughout the executive ranks at Disney and ABC — ever since Kimmel made comments during his Monday night monologue about Charlie Kirk’s suspected killer

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — The first three hosts and musical guests of the upcoming 51st season of “Saturday Night Live” have been revealed. The long-running sketch comedy’s season will kick off with Bad Bunny acting as host on October 4, with Doja Cat as musical guest. Bad Bunny previously pulled double duty as

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — One of the most significant moments for Jimmy Kimmel on his late-night comedy show wasn’t funny at all. In a 2017 monologue, Kimmel tearfully shared a private battle. His then newborn son, William John Kimmel or “Billy,” was born with a congenital heart issue that was discovered after

Essay by Thomas Page, CNN (CNN) — There’s a moment, deep into the finale of “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” when Belly is asked to dance by Conrad. Somewhere in Paris on the banks of the Seine, under the light of the full moon, she grasps his hand and the two come together. Look closely

By Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN (CNN) — As news was breaking of Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show being suspended, guests booked on Wednesday’s episode were already on their way to the El Capitan Theater in Hollywood where “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” is recorded, sources told CNN. The sudden decision made by ABC to pull the show from air

By Lex Harvey, Mohammed Tawfeeq, Hira Humayun, CNN (CNN) — Dozens of musicians, actors, activists and speakers took to the stage at London’s biggest stadium on Wednesday to raise money for Palestinians at a fundraising concert for the war in Gaza. The event, “Together for Palestine,” brought a star-studded lineup to Wembley Arena and included

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Robert Irwin is the second member of his famous family to appear on “Dancing with the Stars” and he sounds pretty excited about that. “What a full circle thing. I have so many memories of being there and watching [my sister, Bindi],” he recently told The Hollywood Reporter.

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — After her recent win in a civil litigation case, Cardi B is celebrating some personal news. On Wednesday, the Grammy-winning rapper and artist revealed she is expecting her first child with boyfriend Stefon Diggs, an NFL wide receiver. “I feel like I’m in a good space,” she told

By CNN Impact Your World and Lindsay Benson (CNN) — While Robert Redford made his mark with Hollywood films such as “All the President’s Men,” “Barefoot in the Park” and “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” the lifelong environmentalist and philanthropist was also committed to sparking change, protecting the earth and supporting up-and-coming filmmakers. “I’m

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — After Paul Newman died of lung cancer at the age of 83 in 2008, Robert Redford talked to ABC about their longstanding friendship. Its inception, he explained, was their starring together in the hit 1969 film “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.” “It was just that connection of

By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN (CNN) — Just a few movies into her now-storied career, Glenn Close found herself starring opposite one of the most handsome and popular male movie stars of the time. In “The Natural,” Robert Redford played an aging baseball player who becomes a phenom. Close played his former girlfriend with whom he

By Ryan Young, CNN (CNN) — Police have made an arrest in the theft of hard drives containing unreleased music by Beyoncé. Atlanta-area police arrested Kelvin Evans for allegedly breaking into a SUV in the city over the summer and stealing hard drives and other items that were connected to the Grammy winner. Evans is