Entertainment Archives

Wanna learn how to fly? ‘Fame’ and ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ star Debbie Allen is offering a free online dance class

March 18, 2020 6:27 AM CNN

Self-isolating and desperate to bust a move? Prepare to start paying … in sweat, because choreographer and “Fame” star Debbie Allen…

Speaking Rock Entertainment Center stays open, but closes bars

March 17, 2020 9:51 PM Jim Parker

EL PASO, Texas — The Speaking Rock Entertainment Center, a tribal run recreational venue in El Paso’s Lower Valley, said Tuesday night it would…

Las Vegas to shut down at Noon Wednesday after Nevada governor orders casino closures

March 17, 2020 7:31 PM Associated Press

LAS VEGAS, Nevada — Nevada’s governor ordered a month-long closure of casinos and other non-essential businesses like bars, movie theaters and gyms…

Movie theaters shut down in Borderland and across nation

March 17, 2020 3:18 PM KVIA ABC-7, Associated Press

EL PASO, Texas — Movie theaters have closed across the Borderland and nationwide due to the coronavirus pandemic, turning dark film screens in El…

Stephen Colbert returns to late night from his bathtub

March 17, 2020 12:50 PM CNN

Stephen Colbert isn’t letting a little social distancing stop him from roasting President Trump. “The Late Show” host managed to…

Harvey Weinstein back at Rikers Island jail after release from hospital

March 17, 2020 12:50 PM CNN

Harvey Weinstein is back at Rikers Island one week after being sentenced to 23 years in prison. Following Weinstein’s sentencing last week, the…

Shonda Rhimes is all of us trying to homeschool

March 17, 2020 12:39 PM CNN

Shonda Rhimes is one of millions of parents trying to juggle working from home and educating their children in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak.…

‘After Truth’ and ‘Networld’ look at the dangers of the disinformation age

March 17, 2020 12:33 PM CNN

The spread of information and disinformation via social networks is the subject of not one but two documentaries this week — an especially…

Multiple cruise ships are left stranded as coronavirus cases increase

March 17, 2020 12:14 PM CNN

Several cruise ships are stranded at sea, some with confirmed coronavirus cases on board, as the pandemic expands around the globe. Some ships have…

These US national parks are closed because of coronavirus

March 17, 2020 12:10 PM CNN

Ellis Island was once the United States’ busiest immigration hub, with teams of doctors working to prevent the spread of infectious diseases…

It’s still St. Patrick’s Day, so let’s rate actors attempting Irish accents in movies

March 17, 2020 10:34 AM CNN

The St. Patrick’s Day parties may be canceled, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get celebrate the spirit of the day. Since most…

Virus creates world’s longest passenger flight

March 17, 2020 10:17 AM CNN

The aviation industry has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, with travelers across the world dealing with canceled flights and travel bans as…

Songs you can stream for St. Patrick’s Day since you’re staying at home

March 17, 2020 9:55 AM CNN

Welcome to probably your weirdest St. Patrick’s Day ever. Since we are all supposed to be practicing social distancing, the usual parades, bar…

Looking for movies with the kids at home? What to watch beyond the usual suspects

March 17, 2020 9:23 AM CNN

Those looking to broaden their children’s media diet during time spent home because of coronavirus shouldn’t limit the menu to whatever…

‘Cats’ meow: Musical tops 40th Annual Razzies for worst in cinema

March 17, 2020 7:56 AM CNN

Remember the time “Cats” knew what happiness was? That would probably be when the movie was unreleased and people couldn’t wait to…

Emergency flights authorized after Morocco flight ban

March 17, 2020 7:56 AM CNN

A series of emergency flights have been authorized to repatriate tourists from Morocco after a suddenly imposed blockade on air links left many…

Neil Young’s ‘Fireside Sessions’ streaming concert series is coming

March 17, 2020 7:14 AM CNN

No Neil Young concert tour? No problem. The legendary musician is one of several who has seen his planned tour disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic.…

Malika Haqq welcomes first child with rapper O.T. Genasis

March 17, 2020 6:28 AM CNN

Malika Haqq is a new mom. Khloe Kardashian’s bff, who has made frequent appearaces on “Keeping Up With the Kardashians,” announced…

Idris Elba says he has coronavirus

March 17, 2020 6:27 AM CNN

Actor Idris Elba said he has tested positive for Covid-19. Elba, 47, said he received his test results Monday morning. So far, the…

John Legend plans home concert Chrissy Teigen trolls

March 17, 2020 5:26 AM CNN

Chrissy Teigen’s still going to troll John Legend, self-isolation or not. Our favorite celebrity couple on Twitter are bringing love and light…

It was like flying private: The surreal experience of getting back to the US on one of a KLM 747’s final flights

March 17, 2020 5:09 AM CNN

We weren’t supposed to be on that flight. We weren’t supposed to be leaving that day or from that city, on that airline or on that plane.…

Delta Air Lines flight held just before takeoff as a passenger was told they were exposed to coronavirus

March 17, 2020 3:07 AM CNN

A Delta Air Lines flight was held before takeoff Monday in New York after a passenger said they were exposed to someone who had tested positive for…

Mel Brooks and his son explain social distancing so you don’t endanger our national treasure Mel Brooks

March 17, 2020 12:48 AM CNN

Legendary comedian Mel Brooks and his son took to Twitter with a very funny — but also very important — message about social distancing.…

India’s beloved attraction, the Taj Mahal, closes amid coronavirus concerns

March 17, 2020 12:33 AM CNN

The Taj Mahal in India has joined the list of attractions around the world that are closing their doors amid the coronavirus pandemic. Prahlad Singh…

With Cincinnati Zoo closed, Fiona the hippo goes online

March 16, 2020 11:25 PM CNN

Like many other attractions around the world, the Cincinnati Zoo has shut its doors to prevent the spread of coronavirus. But unlike many of those…

New Mexico virus cases grow to 21 as actor’s infection is tied to state visit

March 16, 2020 9:09 PM KVIA ABC-7, Associated Press

SANTA FE, New Mexico — Four more people have tested positive for the novel coronavirus in New Mexico, bringing the total number of confirmed cases…

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson released from the hospital following coronavirus diagnosis

March 16, 2020 8:33 PM CNN

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson have been released from a Queensland hospital in Australia and are now in self-quarantine at their home there, a…

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively donate $1 million to help food non-profits

March 16, 2020 8:04 PM CNN

One of Hollywood’s most famous couples is helping feed those in need during the coronavirus pandemic. Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively said…

Inside America’s eerie abandoned malls

March 16, 2020 7:05 PM CNN

When photographer Seph Lawless was growing up, he spent much of his childhood in the massive Randall Park Mall in North Randall, a village just…

Is spring break canceled? Student getaways scuttled by coronavirus

March 16, 2020 6:39 PM CNN

For millions of American students and families, spring break is a much anticipated fun-in-the-sun vacation, or an opportunity to travel to Europe or…