ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Justin Timberlake’s lawyer says pop singer wasn’t intoxicated, argues DUI charges should be dropped
His lawyer said that the singer wasn’t intoxicated during a traffic stop, as he seeks to get his drunken driving charge dismissed.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 26 2024

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ is already breaking box office records, with more possible soon
The previous R-rated record-holder was “Deadpool 2,” released by Fox’s 20th Century Studios in May of 2018.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 26 2024

Sit in your favorite movie vehicle at Orlando Auto Museum
The Orlando Auto Museum is the home to thousands of celebrity, military, historical and movie vehicles.

Source: Randy Rauch
Friday, Jul 26 2024

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ brings Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman and some friends to jolt Comic-Con
Reynolds and Jackman, who play the titular superheroes, joined director Shawn Levy in the San Diego Convention Center’s famed Hall H Thursday.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 26 2024

Video game performers will go on strike over artificial intelligence concerns
Hollywood’s video game performers voted to go on strike Thursday, throwing part of the entertainment industry into another work stoppage.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 25 2024

Comic-Con 2024: What to expect as the convention returns to San Diego
On the opening preview night, fans said they could feel the excitement.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 25 2024

NBA says it has signed new 11-year media rights deal with Disney, NBC and Amazon
The NBA signed its 11-year media rights deal with Disney, NBC and Amazon Prime Video on Wednesday

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jul 24 2024

Disney reaches tentative agreement with California theme park workers
The unions had voted to authorize a strike last week.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jul 24 2024

John Mayall, tireless and influential British blues pioneer, dies at 90
A statement on Mayall's Instagram page announced his death Tuesday, saying the musician died Monday at his home in California.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 23 2024

Sparks fly in court as judge considers bail bid for man charged in Tupac Shakur killing
Duane "Keffe D' Davis" has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and could be sentenced to life in prison if he's convicted.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 23 2024

Venice Film Festival lineup includes ‘Joker 2,’ films with Pitt, Clooney, Jolie, more
The 81st edition kicks off on Aug. 28, with the world premiere of Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice.”

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 23 2024

Behind the legacy: Adam Nimoy reflects on life with dad Leonard Nimoy
"LA Stories" host Giselle Fernandez profiles Adam Nimoy, who found peace before his father’s death.

Source: LA Stories Staff
Monday, Jul 22 2024

Hollywood reacts to Joe Biden exiting the presidential race
Hollywood was quick to react to the news that President Joe Biden was ending his bid for reelection and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Jul 21 2024

‘Twisters’ whips up $80.5 million at box office, while ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ looms
The standalone sequel to the 1996 hit made $80.5 million in ticket sales from 4,151 theaters in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Jul 21 2024

Disneyland workers authorize potential strike ahead of continued contract negotiations
Thousands of workers at Disney’s theme park and resort properties in California voted late Friday to authorize a potential strike.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Jul 20 2024

David Letterman will headline Biden fundraiser with Hawaii governor on July 29
The campaign has at least 10 other fundraising events over the last 10 days of July.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 19 2024

Sundance Film Festival narrows down host cities — from Louisville to Santa Fe — for future years
The Sundance Institute on Friday announced six finalists in its search for a new host location for the influential film festival.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 19 2024

Cheng Pei-pei, martial arts actor who starred in 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,' dies at age 78
Cheng's family announced her death Friday.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 19 2024

Shannen Doherty finalizes divorce hours before death
Doherty finalized her split with husband, Kurt Iswarienko, just hours before her death, and she was granted a rare posthumous divorce two days later.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 18 2024

Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone monologues, dies at 94
Jerry Digney, Newhart's publicist, says the actor died Thursday in Los Angeles after a series of short illnesses.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 18 2024

The Grateful Dead and Francis Ford Coppola are among the newest Kennedy Center Honors recipients
The ceremony will be broadcast on Dec. 23.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 18 2024

'Shogun' leads all Emmy nominees with 25 and 'The Bear' sets comedy series record with 23
Emmy winners Sheryl Lee Ralph and Tony Hale announced the nominees.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jul 17 2024

Movie armorer seeks dismissal of her conviction or new trial in deadly shooting by Alec Baldwin
In a court filing, defense counsel for Hannah Gutierrez-Reed argued her case should be reconsidered because prosecutors failed to share evidence.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jul 17 2024

Jack Black ends Tenacious D tour after bandmate’s Trump shooting comment
While onstage at a concert in Sydney on Sunday, Gass was presented with a birthday cake and asked to “make a wish” by Black.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 16 2024

6 things to know about Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas
The cruise ship departs from Port Canaveral on July 19.

Source: Allison Walker
Tuesday, Jul 16 2024

James Sikking, star of 'Hill Street Blues' and 'Doogie Howser, MD,' dies at 90
Sikking died of complications from dementia.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Jul 14 2024

Acclaimed video artist Bill Viola dies at 73, created landmark 'Tristan und Isolde' production
Born in New York, Viola was a 1973 graduate of Syracuse, where he was mentored by Jack Nelson and began developing his video art.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Jul 14 2024

‘Despicable Me 4’ reigns at box office, while ‘Longlegs’ gets impressive start
Gru and the minions celebrated a second week in first place at the North American box office this weekend.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Jul 14 2024

Shannen Doherty, ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ star, dies at 53
Shannen Doherty has died at age 53 following a 9-year battle with breast cancer, according to her publicist.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Jul 14 2024

Richard Simmons, a fitness guru who mixed laughs and sweat, dies at 76
Simmons, who had revealed a skin diagnosis in March 2024, had lately dropped out of sight, sparking speculating about his health and well-being.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Jul 13 2024

Dr. Ruth Westheimer, America’s diminutive and pioneering sex therapist, dies at 96
Westheimer, known for her frank talk on once-taboo topics, died Friday at her home in New York City, her publicist said.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Jul 13 2024

What’s next for Alec Baldwin after involuntary manslaughter case dismissal
The career of the “30 Rock” star had been put into doubt, and he could have gotten 18 months in prison if convicted.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Jul 13 2024

Alec Baldwin weeps in court when judge announces involuntary manslaughter case dismissed mid-trial
The judge dismissed the case with prejudice based on the misconduct of police and prosecutors over the withholding of evidence from the defense.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Jul 13 2024

Maui surfing community wins ESPY award for humanitarian relief in wildfire response
In accepting the award, Kai Lenny and Archie Kalepa both carried messages for the attendees as well as a national TV viewership.

Source: Brian McInnis
Friday, Jul 12 2024

Actor Ashley Judd, a Democratic activist, adds her voice to those calling on Biden to leave the race
In an opinion piece for USA Today published on Friday, Judd called on Biden to “voluntarily, gracefully step aside.”

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 12 2024

Big cats find a safe home at St. Cloud’s Central Florida Animal Reserve
Guests can take a 60-minute walking tour to learn about the animals.

Source: Randy Rauch
Friday, Jul 12 2024

Selena Quintanilla and Jenni Rivera’s stars on Hollywood Walk of Fame vandalized
Both stars were vandalized twice in one week.

Source: Christine Sanchez
Friday, Jul 12 2024

Serena Williams hosts an ESPY awards show celebrating landmark year for women's sports
Simone Biles earned best comeback athlete weeks before she competes at the Paris Olympics.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 12 2024

Prince Harry honored with Pat Tillman Award for Service at The ESPYS
He created the Invictus Games in 2014, which serves as a multi-sport, paralympic-style games for wounded or injured servicemen and veterans.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 11 2024

Alec Baldwin's lawyer grills crime scene tech over search for live ammo at his shooting trial
His wife Hilaria Baldwin, younger brother Stephen Baldwin and older sister Elizabeth Keuchler sat behind him in the gallery again Thursday.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 11 2024

Shelley Duvall, star of 'The Shining,' 'Nashville,' dies at 75
Duvall died Thursday in her sleep at her home in Blanco, Texas.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 11 2024

Alec Baldwin cast as reckless flouter of rules at his trial in cinematographer's shooting
Baldwin has pleaded not guilty as he returns to the desert Southwest for the trial at a downtown courthouse in Santa Fe.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 11 2024

Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial begins with jury selection
Baldwin, 66, could get up to 18 months in prison if jurors unanimously decide he committed the felony.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 09 2024

Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet officially divorced
A Los Angeles County judge's dissolution of the actors' nearly seven-year marriage took effect Tuesday.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 09 2024

Grammy Museum to launch K-pop exhibit celebrating Hybe, featuring BTS, LE SSERAFIM artifacts
The museum partnered with Hybe, the South Korean entertainment company behind K-pop sensation BTS and countless other international acts.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 09 2024

Local businesses welcome Orange County Convention Center’s $560 million expansion
Locally owned businesses along International Drive say they hope the expansion will generate more traffic for them in the coming months.

Source: Sasha Teman
Tuesday, Jul 09 2024

Alec Baldwin is about to go on trial in the death of a cinematographer. Here are key things to know
Nearly three years after Halyna Hutchins was shot and killed on the New Mexico set of the film “Rust,” Alec Baldwin is going on trial over her death.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, Jul 08 2024

Judge rules Alec Baldwin's role as co-producer not relevant in fatal set shooting of cinematographer
The trial starts Tuesday with jury selection and is scheduled to last 10 days.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, Jul 08 2024

From ‘Red October’ to ‘30 Rock,’ a look at Alec Baldwin’s career on eve of ‘Rust’ shooting trial
Hollywood has never known exactly what to do with Alec Baldwin, so it has done a little of everything with him.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, Jul 08 2024

Paramount and Skydance merge, signaling end of a family reign in Hollywood and the rise of new power
The new combined company is valued at around $28 billion.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, Jul 08 2024

'Bob's Burgers' actor pleads guilty to interfering with police during Capitol riot
Jay Johnston, an actor who played a street-brawling newsman in the movie “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy,” pleaded guilty.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, Jul 08 2024

John Cena announces his retirement from professional wrestling after 2025 season
The wrestler-turned-actor promised a farewell tour with dozens of dates and an epic final fight.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, Jul 08 2024

‘Despicable Me 4’ debuts with $122.6M as boom times return to the box office
“Despicable Me 4" led the way over the holiday weekend with $75 million in ticket sales Friday through Sunday and $122.6 million since opening.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Jul 07 2024

Jon Landau, Oscar-winning ‘Titanic’ and ‘Avatar’ producer, dies at 63
Landau's family announced his death Saturday. No cause of death was given

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Jul 06 2024

Ellen DeGeneres cancels tour stops in Dallas, San Francisco, Seattle and Chicago
Ticketmaster sent a message stating that the event had been canceled by the organizer.

Source: Kelsey Leffingwell
Saturday, Jul 06 2024

Brad Pitt movie about Formula 1 will simply be called 'F1'
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton is a co-producer of the project.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 05 2024

Emma Roberts puts some pep in her step in 'Space Cadet' on Prime Video
Emma Roberts tells Spectrum News she hopes “Space Cadet” will make viewers feel good and inspired.

Source: Paco Ramos-Moreno
Friday, Jul 05 2024

Joey Chestnut bests 4 Army soldiers in hot dog eating competition in El Paso
Chestnut easily bested the four soldiers by wolfing down 57 hot dogs, while they ate a combined 49.

Source: Katharine Finnerty
Friday, Jul 05 2024

Clermont’s ATV Revolution takes guests off roading and cruising on a lake
You can choose several ways to ride the terrain that includes traditional ATVs, 4-wheelers or an 8-wheeled amphibious vehicle.

Source: Randy Rauch
Friday, Jul 05 2024

Ocala hosts inaugural drone show for 4th of July event
The city decided to forgo fireworks this year to better protect the environment and wildlife, and provide an innovative approach to entertainment.

Source: Devin Martin
Friday, Jul 05 2024

Pirates Dinner Adventure show in Orlando features a new storyline and power ballads
The new adventure is called “In Search of Neptune’s Treasure.”

Source: Allison Walker
Wednesday, Jul 03 2024

Performance of Fannie Lou Hamer story: 'I'm sick and tired of being sick and tired' kicks off 20-city Florida tour
The kickoff performance was the start of a 20-city Florida tour.

Source: Tammie Fields
Wednesday, Jul 03 2024

New Mexico denies film incentive application on 'Rust' movie after deadly shooting by Alec Baldwin
New Mexico tax authorities denied an application this spring by Rust Movie Productions for incentives worth as much as $1.6 million.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jul 03 2024

Robert Towne, Oscar-winning writer of ‘Chinatown,’ dies at 89
Towne died Monday surrounded by family at his home in Los Angeles, said publicist Carri McClure. She declined to comment on any cause of death.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 02 2024

Ann Wilson announces cancer diagnosis, postpones Heart tour
Wilson underwent surgery to remove a cancerous growth and is recovering steadily, but her doctors urged her to undergo chemotherapy and take time off.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 02 2024

BET says 'audio malfunction' caused heavy censorship of Usher's speech at 2024 awards
The 13-minute speech was largely censored by the network, leaving viewers at home curious to know what Usher said.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, Jul 01 2024

BET Awards 2024: Usher is honored, Will Smith returns and the election is top of mind
Smith stood in a circle of fire — joined by Fridayy and the gospel choir Sunday Service — to make the live debut of his latest single.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, Jul 01 2024

‘A Quiet Place’ prequel box office speaks volumes as Costner’s Western gets a bumpy start
The prequel earned an estimated $53 million in its first weekend in North American theaters, according to studio estimates Sunday.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Jun 30 2024

Central Florida impacted as $32 million in arts and culture funding is cut from state budget
Leadership at Orlando Family Stage say they will have to raise additional money or pull back on programming to balance their budget.

Source: Devin Martin
Saturday, Jun 29 2024

Yorgos Lanthimos' triptych fable comes to life in 'Kinds of Kindness'
Yorgos Lanthimos once again teams up with two-time Academy Award-winner Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe and Jesse Plemons for this triptych fable.

Source: Paco Ramos-Moreno
Saturday, Jun 29 2024

Martin Mull, hip comic and actor from ‘Fernwood 2 Night’ and ‘Roseanne,’ dies at 80
Mull’s Daughter, TV writer and comic artist Maggie Mull, said her father died at home on Thursday after “a valiant fight against a long illness.”

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jun 28 2024

Alec Baldwin’s case is on track for trial in July as judge denies request to dismiss
The judge sided with prosecutors Friday to move the case forward.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jun 28 2024

Childish Gambino will perform at the BET Awards with Taraji P. Henson hosting. Here's what to know
The ceremony will be held Sunday at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jun 28 2024

'Fancy Dance' on Apple TV+ celebrates Native American culture
“Fancy Dance” is not only a film that celebrates Native culture, but it also is a story about Native American women with multi-dimensional identities.

Source: Paco Ramos-Moreno
Thursday, Jun 27 2024

Killer Mike will likely avoid charges after Grammys arrest
Killer Mike is expected to avoid charges over a physical altercation that led to his arrest at the Grammys earlier this year.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jun 27 2024

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay looking for the undead for Howl-O-Scream scares
Scare actor auditions for the undead at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Source: Virginia Johnson
Thursday, Jun 27 2024

Hollywood’s video game actors want to avoid a strike. The sticking point in their talks? AI
Union leaders say they aren’t “anti-AI altogether.”

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jun 27 2024

Bill Cobbs, the prolific and sage character actor, dies at 90
Cobbs died Tuesday at his home in the Inland Empire, California.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jun 27 2024

Get messy and creative at All Spun Up Art Studio in Brandon
Guests can enjoy the spin canvas, Splat Room or pour corner.

Source: Virginia Johnson
Thursday, Jun 27 2024

Gena Rowlands has Alzheimer's, her son Nick Cassavetes says
In a 2004 interview with O magazine, Rowlands opened up about how her mother’s struggle with the disease impacted her decision to play Allie.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jun 26 2024

Omega Psi Phi Grand Conclave arrives in Tampa Bay
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. is hosting members from across the world at its 84th Grand Conclave in Tampa this week.

Source: Fadia Patterson
Wednesday, Jun 26 2024

Judge considering if ex-gang leader held in Tupac Shakur killing gets house arrest on $750K bail
Duane "Keffe D' Davis" has publicly described himself as the orchestrator of the shooting, but not the gunman.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jun 26 2024

Hollywood crews, studios reach tentative contract deal, making another big strike unlikely
The two sides announced the three-year deal in a joint statement Tuesday night.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jun 26 2024

Lily Gladstone, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, 485 others invited to join film academy
The invitees include 19 Oscar-winners, such as “Anatomy of a Fall” filmmaker Justine Triet.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jun 25 2024

Alec Baldwin attorneys argue damage to gun during testing was unacceptable destruction of evidence
Baldwin has pleaded not guilty to the involuntary manslaughter charge, which carries a maximum sentence of 18 months in prison.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jun 25 2024

Willie Nelson recovers from illness, set to perform Wednesday on Outlaw Music Festival Tour
Nelson is expected to perform Wednesday in Virginia Beach

Source: Christine Sanchez
Monday, Jun 24 2024

'Inside Out 2' scores $100M in its second weekend, setting records
Only six movies have had better second weekends, with the previous being "The Super Marios Bros. Movie," which grossed $92 million.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Jun 23 2024

New Mexico judge rejects effort to compel new testimony from movie armorer in Alec Baldwin trial
During the fatal rehearsal on Oct. 21, 2021, Baldwin was pointing the gun at Halyna Hutchins when it went off.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jun 21 2024

Ex-gang leader facing trial in Tupac Shakur killing seeking release from Vegas jail on $750K bail
Duane “Keffe D” Davis' will ask permission to post $750,000 bond to be freed to house arrest with electronic monitoring.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jun 21 2024

‘The Bikeriders’ chases nostalgia, camaraderie and a gilded age of American motorcycling
The film is set at the height of the Vietnam War — a time much like today — in which in America, the people and the culture were changing.

Source: Paco Ramos-Moreno
Friday, Jun 21 2024

Hike black bear wilderness in Seminole County
Venture Outdoors guides take visitors to try to see Florida black bears in the wild.

Source: Randy Rauch
Friday, Jun 21 2024

Central Florida Community Arts’ 'Upbeat!' ensures inclusivity on stage
The program is open to youth, teens, adults and those with disabilities.

Source: Greg Angel
Friday, Jun 21 2024

SeaWorld Orlando releases 'Penguin Trek' grand opening date
The family launch coaster will be located in the all-new Antarctica Realm.

Source: DeJanae Phillips
Thursday, Jun 20 2024

Elliott Gould, Justin Trudeau, Helen Mirren and more pay tribute to Donald Sutherland
Famous fans, colleagues and family pay tribute to actor Donald Sutherland, the star of “M.A.S.H.” “Klute” and “The Hunger Games” who died at age 88.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jun 20 2024

Donald Sutherland, the towering actor whose career spanned 'M.A.S.H.' to 'Hunger Games,' dies at 88
Kiefer Sutherland, the actor's son, confirmed his father's death Thursday.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jun 20 2024

Universal Orlando announces 'Dark Universe' coming to Epic Universe in 2025
Guests will be able to explore the worlds of monster legends such as Dracula, the Wolf Man, Frankenstein's Monster and more.

Source: DeJanae Phillips
Thursday, Jun 20 2024

Rapper Travis Scott arrested in Miami Beach for misdemeanor trespassing and public intoxication
Scott was arrested by Miami Beach police early Thursday.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jun 20 2024

Actor Ian McKellen, 85, offers thanks for messages of support after 3 nights in the hospital
He toppled off a London stage during a fight scene earlier this week.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jun 20 2024

After Drake battle, Kendrick Lamar turns victory lap concert into LA unity celebration
Lamar curated a three-hour concert featuring a mix of up-and-coming LA rappers and stars.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jun 20 2024

Snapchat Inc. to pay $15 million to settle discrimination and harassment lawsuit in California
The agreement resolves a more than three-year investigation over claims that the Santa Monica-based company discriminated against female employees.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jun 19 2024