‘Crazy, Not Insane’ probes the minds of serial killers and concludes they’re ‘made, not born’
The media obsession with serial killers receives a welcome infusion of academic analysis and sobriety in “Crazy, Not Insane,” an HBO…
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‘Wipeout’ contestant dies after competing in obstacle course
A man competing on the television competition show “Wipeout” died earlier this week after completing an obstacle course while filming the…
Continue Reading DC Comics is introducing its first nonbinary Flash character
It’s a first for The Flash. DC Comics is introducing a new iteration of the speedy superhero: Jess Chambers, otherwise known as “Kid…
Continue Reading ‘Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ reunion gives all the feels
“The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” reunion debuted Thursday on HBO Max and delivered both laughter and tears. The cast — minus their…
Continue Reading ‘Coming 2 America’ sequel to be released on Amazon in March
“Coming 2 America” is coming to Amazon. Amazon Studios has acquired worldwide rights to the sequel to the iconic comedy “Coming to…
Continue Reading ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ showcases riveting performances by Chadwick Boseman and Viola Davis
Chadwick Boseman’s tragic death will draw understandable attention to “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” which represents his final…
Continue Reading Miley Cyrus and Dua Lipa team up for ‘Prisoner’
Things get interesting when Miley Cyrus and Dua Lipa record a duet. The superstar artists have teamed up for a single, “Prisoner,” the…
Continue Reading Latin Grammys 2020: The winners list
Natalia Lafourcade competed against the men and won. In the male-dominated Album of the Year category at Thursday’s Latin Grammys, she bested…
Continue Reading Josh Groban discusses making new album during the pandemic and learning how to press pause
Josh Groban hopes to lift our spirits with the gift of music. The award-winning singer has debuted his latest album, “Harmony,” which…
Continue Reading ‘Belushi’ explores the comic’s career through those who knew him best
Culled from an extraordinary collection of audiotaped interviews, “Belushi” turns out to be a lot more than just another look at a star…
Continue Reading Bobby Brown Jr., the son of singer Bobby Brown, dies at 28
Bobby Brown Jr., the son of singer Bobby Brown, was found dead in his Los Angeles home on Wednesday, authorities confirmed to CNN. Brown Jr., the…
Continue Reading Rappers Gucci Mane and Jeezy Verzuz battle ends peacefully, despite some jabs, drawing at least 1.8M people
Unlike previous Verzuz’s livestreams, Thursday’s was aggressive and actually more of a battle. Atlanta rap legends Gucci Mane and Jeezy…
Continue Reading ‘Supernatural’ comes to an emotional end on the CW
Sam and Dean are officially done saving people and hunting things. The series finale of the CW’s “Supernatural” aired on Thursday…
Continue Reading Lori Loughlin’s husband Mossimo Giannulli reports to prison for five-month sentence for college admissions scandal
Fashion designer Mossimo Giannulli, the husband of actress Lori Loughlin, reported to prison Thursday to begin his five-month sentence at the Federal…
Continue Reading Michael J. Fox retiring again because of health
Michael J. Fox is reportedly retiring again because of health concerns. The actor, who was diagnosed decades ago with Parkinson’s disease,…
Continue Reading Matthew McConaughey on whether he plans to run for Texas governor
Does Matthew McConaughey have political aspirations? The actor appeared on “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” on Wednesday night and…
Continue Reading ‘Between the World and Me’ turns Ta-Nehisi Coates’ book into a powerful special
Haunting and poetic, “Between the World and Me” translates Ta-Nehisi Coates’ book and the subsequent stage presentation into an HBO…
Continue Reading Move over, Rudolph: Streaming adds to the flood of holiday specials
Far from the holiday specials of the past — which dutifully arrived on the major networks each year, from Frosty and Rudolph to Charlie Brown…
Continue Reading Kurt Russell prefers to keep his politics personal
Kurt Russell thinks celebrities really shouldn’t be weighing in on politics. The actor told The New York Times that he views his job as an…
Continue Reading Naya Rivera’s ex-husband and estate file wrongful-death suit on behalf of the actress’ son
Naya Rivera’s ex-husband and estate have filed a wrongful-death lawsuit Monday in the wake of the actress’s death. Rivera died in July…
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Matthew McConaughey considers running for Texas governor: ‘It would be up to the people’
AUSTIN, Texas — Academy Award winner and Texas native Matthew McConaughey says he would consider a run for governor of the Lone Star state, but “it…
Continue Reading ‘Soros’ looks at the life and activism of the right’s favorite bogeyman
George Soros remains a favorite target of conservative conspiracy theorists, seeing his corrupting influence behind every liberal movement and within…
Continue Reading Peanuts holiday specials to air on PBS in deal with Apple
It’s good news, Charlie Brown: You’re coming back to broadcast TV. PBS, PBS Kids and Apple announced Wednesday that Snoopy and the gang…
Continue Reading Tory Lanez pleads not guilty to shooting Megan Thee Stallion
Tory Lanez pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges related to the shooting of rapper Megan Thee Stallion, the Los Angeles County District…
Continue Reading Singer Jeremih battling severe Covid-19 complications
R&B singer Jeremih is currently in an intensive care unit as he battles Covid-19, according to a statement from his family. The 33-year-old is on…
Continue Reading Lil Wayne charged with firearm possession
Ten months after the initial incident, Lil Wayne ‘s gun possession has resulted in his being charged with a federal offense that carries a…
Continue Reading Mariah Carey’s Christmas special will feature Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson
“Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas Special” is set to debut globally next month and her impressive guest list keeps growing. The…
Continue Reading George Clooney once gave 14 friends $1 million each — in cash
George Clooney’s a family man now. He mostly stays off screen, opting to spend time with his young children and his wife, international human…
Continue Reading Dolly Parton learned she funded the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine when the rest of us did
Dolly Parton: Legendary performer. Songwriter extraordinaire. Feminist idol. And, as of this year, coronavirus vaccine sponsor. The diminutive…
Continue Reading Wolfgang Van Halen talks final days with his dad Eddie
Wolfgang Van Halen feels blessed to have been able to spend time with his rock legend father Eddie in his final days, even though it was…
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