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Hiding in plain sight? Russell Brand’s conviction poses tough questions for U.K. entertainment industry
The judge presiding over Russell Brand’s criminal court case says the comedian will be handed down a lengthy p…

This is long overdue: An official CRTC database of songs that are legally and officially Canadian
Nothing is more important to a radio station than fulfilling its Canadian content quotas when it comes to reta…

Awkwafina digs into her culinary roots to try something a little crazy: Open a restaurant
Awkwafina was feeling under the weather recently and decided she was going to make soup. And that startled her…

25 years after 'Britney,' 5 new Britney Spears songs showcase a pop icon at a transformative moment
Britney Spears was at a crossroads — and not just because the film “Crossroads” was soon to be released, marki…

‘Grand Theft Auto’ set for blockbuster return after 13 years
Fans of the violent “Grand Theft Auto” video game franchise are just two weeks away from getting their hands o…

Dolly Parton’s estate moves to drop lawsuit against nephew Bryan Seaver
Dolly Parton's manager previously accused Bryan Seaver of threatening to commit violence and destroy his late …

‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ actor Kimmarie Johnson dead at 50
Kimmarie Johnson died on Nov. 4, after she experienced a 'heart event' at her Los Angeles home in late October…

London police chief expects ‘many more’ complaints against Russell Brand
The chief of London’s Metropolitan Police said Friday “many more” women might come forward with accusations ag…

‘Kate & Allie’ star Susan Saint James cause of death revealed
The actor is best known as Sally McMillan, the wife of Rock Hudson's San Francisco police commissioner Stewart…

Cineplex posts record revenue as Spider-Man, Odyssey drove moviegoers
Revenue for the quarter totalled $440.2 million, up from $348.9 million in the same quarter last year, as thea…

Dolly Parton's manager moves to drop complaint accusing late singer's nephew of threatening estate
Dolly Parton’s longtime manager moved Thursday to drop a complaint that accused the late singer’s nephew of th…

Admission to national museums to be permanently free for Canadians under 25
Canadians under the age of 25 will be able to explore national museums in Ottawa and across Canada for free, a…

Lady Gaga, Shakira, Jack White and Boy George lead the 2027 Songwriters Hall of Fame nominees
Lady Gaga, Shakira, Pink, Boy George, Jack White, Sia, Vince Gill, Ne-Yo, Blondie’s Debbie Harry and Chris Ste…

Rush announces five-night residency at Sphere in Las Vegas: 'Dream come true'
Today’s Tom Sawyer has a new address. Rush has announced a residency at Las Vegas’ famed Sphere venue in 2027.

‘Mormon Wives’ star Jen Affleck files for divorce after 7 years of marriage
The 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star Jen Affleck has filed for divorce from her husband Zac Affleck, after …

Danish comedian unwittingly stars in elaborate TV prank
Danish comedian Rasmus Wallbridge spent four months thinking he was making a feature film with his longtime cr…

Comedian Russell Brand found guilty by U.K. court of rape and sexual assaults
British comedian and actor Russell Brand was found guilty in a London court on Thursday of rape and sexual ass…

Batman’s bike could be yours, if you have a spare US$1.2 million
Batman’s motorbike, known as the Batpod, is going under the hammer as part of a movie memorabilia auction, wit…

An acclaimed biography of Alexander the Great wins the Baillie Gifford nonfiction prize
An “immersive” biography of Alexander the Great won the prestigious Baillie Gifford Prize for nonfiction Wedne…

India’s ‘Lord of the Rings’: Filmmakers hail ‘Ramayana’ epic
The makers of an Indian blockbuster based on the ancient Hindu epic Ramayana have hailed the new film as an un…

Bob Dylan meets with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican
The American singer-songwriter, who was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and a polka-dot tie, presented the P…

Bob Dylan has audience with Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV had a private audience with Bob Dylan on Wednesday (04.11.26). The Knockin' on Heaven's Door hitm…

WWE has 'long list of cities' ready if WrestleMania 43 has to be moved from Saudi Arabia
WWE has several "contingency" plans in case WrestleMania 43 can't be held in Saudi Arabia. The sports entertai…

Denise Richards confirms Real Housewives return
Denise Richards has confirmed her return to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The 55-year-old actress was …

Pearl Jam are still actively recruiting a new drummer
Pearl Jam are still recruiting a new drummer for future shows. Matt Cameron, 63, announced his departure from …

Russell Brand convicted of rape and sexual assault
The British actor and comedian will be sentenced on Monday, Judge Joel Bennathan said, according to the Associ…

Country singer from triplet trio dead at 35
The singer for country band Red Taylor passed away after a battle with breast cancer, her surviving sisters an…

Anthony Ippolito channels ‘Rocky’ aura to portray young Stallone
When Anthony Ippolito learned Hollywood was planning a new “Rocky”-related film, he rigged up a punching bag i…

Ontario tribunal finds Hollywood financier Jason Cloth defrauded film investors
Ontario’s Capital Markets Tribunal has found that Hollywood financier Jason Cloth defrauded investors of money…

Bob Dylan blows in for meeting with Pope Leo at Vatican
Bob Dylan has spent more than six decades knocking on heaven’s door. On Wednesday, the door opened at the Vati…

Nicolas Cage says he’s ‘a little bit homeless’ after sinkhole damaged home
Nicolas Cage's driveway collapsed in September, opening up a giant hole in front of his house as a result of a…

Paris Jackson seeks $600M from Michael Jackson estate to fund family trust
'Michael Jackson's will is clear. None of his children receive a distribution until they are in their 30s,' th…

Celebrity British hairstylist John Frieda dies aged 75
British celebrity hairstylist and beauty industry stalwart John Frieda, who tended to the locks of Jackie Kenn…

Country singer Nicole Taylor of group Taylor Red dead at 35
'Nicole, the oldest of us three sisters, will be greatly missed. She was our leader and our best friend,' Nico…

Mckenna Grace has 'very bleak' warning for The Hunger Games fans
Mckenna Grace has warned The Hunger Games fans that Sunrise on the Reaping is "very bleak and incredibly sad".…

Dave Grohl recalls 'sobbing' after sharing a stage with AC/DC
Dave Grohl was "sobbing" after joining AC/DC onstage. The Foo Fighters frontman got to perform Highway to Hell…

Jack Osbourne feels like a 'fraud' among other MS sufferers
Jack Osbourne feels like a "fraud" among other multiple sclerosis (MS) sufferers. The 40-year-old reality star…

Queen legend Freddie Mercury was a Scrabble ace
Queen frontman Freddie Mercury was skilled at Scrabble. The rocker, who died from bronchial pneumonia caused b…

John Goodman defends Digger from brutal reviews: 'It hurt'
John Goodman has admitted the scathing reviews aimed at Digger "hurt". The 74-year-old actor has a supporting …

Chris Rock wasn't a 'great husband' because he 'watched a lot of porn'
Chris Rock has admitted he wasn't a "great husband" because he "watched a lot of porn". The Misty Green actor …