YouTuber ‘Omi in a Hellcat’ speaks out after arrest in federal piracy case
Omi in a Hellcat, a YouTuber whose real name is Bill Omar Carrasquillo, is speaking out after he was accused by federal authorities of heading a massive digital piracy scheme.
Omi in a Hellcat, a YouTuber whose real name is Bill Omar Carrasquillo, is speaking out after he was accused by federal authorities of heading a massive digital piracy scheme.
Nick Cannon to host new daytime talk show: ‘I’m feeling optimistic’
The new nationally syndicated talk show "Nick Cannon" will be an hour of comedy-driven entertainment and is expected to feature the best of pop culture, celebrity interviews and musical performances.
The new nationally syndicated talk show "Nick Cannon" will be an hour of comedy-driven entertainment and is expected to feature the best of pop culture, celebrity interviews and musical performances.
Melvin Van Peebles, godfather of Black cinema, dies at 89
Melvin Van Peebles, the groundbreaking playwright, musician and movie director whose work ushered in the “Blaxploitation” wave of the 1970s, has died. He was 89. His family confirmed that he passed at his Manhattan home.
Melvin Van Peebles, the groundbreaking playwright, musician and movie director whose work ushered in the “Blaxploitation” wave of the 1970s, has died. He was 89. His family confirmed that he passed at his Manhattan home.
‘Alter Ego’ will find its ‘first-ever digital pop star’, Host Rocsi Diaz says
"Alter Ego,” which kicks off Wednesday, brings talent and technology together to create the world’s first avatar singing competition.
"Alter Ego,” which kicks off Wednesday, brings talent and technology together to create the world’s first avatar singing competition.
R. Kelly declines to testify at trial; closings begin
Closing arguments have begun in the sex trafficking trial of R&B singer R. Kelly. Prosecutors told jurors that they'd proved that Kelly for years got associates to help him target, groom and exploit girls, boys, and young women for his own sexual gratification. Kelly has vehemently denied the allegations.
Closing arguments have begun in the sex trafficking trial of R&B singer R. Kelly. Prosecutors told jurors that they'd proved that Kelly for years got associates to help him target, groom and exploit girls, boys, and young women for his own sexual gratification. Kelly has vehemently denied the allegations.
Britney Spears asks for end to conservatorship in new court filing
Britney Spears said in a court filing Wednesday that she agrees with her father that the conservatorship that has controlled her life and money since 2008 should be terminated.
Britney Spears said in a court filing Wednesday that she agrees with her father that the conservatorship that has controlled her life and money since 2008 should be terminated.
New York City Ballet returns with in-person performances
The New York City Ballet is back with live performances in Lincoln Center after going dark for more than a year. Artistic director Jonathan Stafford said opening night brought up many emotions.
The New York City Ballet is back with live performances in Lincoln Center after going dark for more than a year. Artistic director Jonathan Stafford said opening night brought up many emotions.
‘The Eyes of Tammy Faye’ review: Televangelist biopic rings hollow
Prestige biopics have a certain formula, and “The Eyes of Tammy Faye” follows it — to blandly redemptive results.
Prestige biopics have a certain formula, and “The Eyes of Tammy Faye” follows it — to blandly redemptive results.
‘You Bet Your Life’: If you ‘just want to laugh,’ Jay Leno says tune in
“You Bet Your Life,” a re-imagining of the classic Groucho Marx show which aired from 1950-1961, brings together strangers from all over the country who compete for cash prizes.
“You Bet Your Life,” a re-imagining of the classic Groucho Marx show which aired from 1950-1961, brings together strangers from all over the country who compete for cash prizes.
Willie Garson, 'Sex and the City' star, dead at 57
Willie Garson's son Nathen confirmed his father's death in a tribute posted to Instagram on Tuesday.
Willie Garson's son Nathen confirmed his father's death in a tribute posted to Instagram on Tuesday.
R. Kelly is unlikely to take the stand at his trial, lawyer says
A lawyer for R. Kelly has told a judge that the R&B singer is unlikely to take the witness stand at his sex-trafficking trial. Closing arguments could begin as early as Wednesday afternoon.
A lawyer for R. Kelly has told a judge that the R&B singer is unlikely to take the witness stand at his sex-trafficking trial. Closing arguments could begin as early as Wednesday afternoon.
Melle Mel and Amadeus inspire Bronx kids at special event
It was a day meant to celebrate so many milestones for kids across the city: the end of summer and the return to school. It's also a time to highlight the strength and resiliency that young students have shown this whole pandemic.
It was a day meant to celebrate so many milestones for kids across the city: the end of summer and the return to school. It's also a time to highlight the strength and resiliency that young students have shown this whole pandemic.
R. Kelly trial: Prosecution rests; defense calls singer's allies
After calling dozens of witnesses over the last month, federal prosecutors have rested their case against R. Kelly. Several women and two men testified about how Kelly groomed them for unwanted sex.
After calling dozens of witnesses over the last month, federal prosecutors have rested their case against R. Kelly. Several women and two men testified about how Kelly groomed them for unwanted sex.
Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to sex charges in new indictment
Disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein pleaded not guilty Monday in downtown Los Angeles to sex-related criminal counts involving five women, including a restored charge that had been dismissed by a judge.
Disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein pleaded not guilty Monday in downtown Los Angeles to sex-related criminal counts involving five women, including a restored charge that had been dismissed by a judge.
Emmys 2021: 'Ted Lasso' wins big at Sunday's award show
Much to the dismay of competitors, big wins for streaming services tonight at the Emmys could mark a first and reinforce their growing dominance in the entertainment industry.
Much to the dismay of competitors, big wins for streaming services tonight at the Emmys could mark a first and reinforce their growing dominance in the entertainment industry.
Nick Cannon reveals ‘The Masked Singer’ will have its ‘biggest stars’ yet in season 6
“The costumes are next level, and the people under the costumes are the biggest stars we’ve had yet,” Nick Cannon said of the new season of “The Masked Singer.”
“The costumes are next level, and the people under the costumes are the biggest stars we’ve had yet,” Nick Cannon said of the new season of “The Masked Singer.”
Chris Rock says he has COVID-19: 'Trust me, you don't want this'
Chris Rock on Sunday said he has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and sent a message to anyone still on the fence: “Get vaccinated.”
Chris Rock on Sunday said he has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and sent a message to anyone still on the fence: “Get vaccinated.”
Oprah Winfrey: ‘I worry about where we are as a country’
Speaking in an upcoming podcast, "Mind Body Zone: Living Outside the Box," hosted by self help guru, Deepak Chopra, Winfrey said she’s worried the country is headed in the wrong direction.
Speaking in an upcoming podcast, "Mind Body Zone: Living Outside the Box," hosted by self help guru, Deepak Chopra, Winfrey said she’s worried the country is headed in the wrong direction.
Robert Durst found guilty of first-degree murder in death of Susan Berman
Jurors found New York real estate scion Robert Durst guilty of first-degree murder in the December 2000 killing of his friend, Susan Berman, at her home in the Benedict Canyon area of Los Angeles.
Jurors found New York real estate scion Robert Durst guilty of first-degree murder in the December 2000 killing of his friend, Susan Berman, at her home in the Benedict Canyon area of Los Angeles.
Expert witness: R. Kelly behavior mirrors abuse tactics
Prosecutors are inching closer to concluding their case at the R. Kelly sex-trafficking trial, calling two final witnesses to try to further cement allegations he groomed young victims for unwanted sex and psychological torment in episodes dating to the 1990s.
Prosecutors are inching closer to concluding their case at the R. Kelly sex-trafficking trial, calling two final witnesses to try to further cement allegations he groomed young victims for unwanted sex and psychological torment in episodes dating to the 1990s.