Kings of Leon canceling upcoming shows to say goodbye to their mother

The bandmembers – who are all related – revealed their mother's health took a turn for the worse just before they took the stage at The Forum earlier in the week.

Feds urge jury to convict R. Kelly; defense says accusers lied

Federal prosecutors told a jury they must hold R. Kelly "responsible for the pain he inflicted on each of his victims." But the disgraced singer's defense team had harsh words for the witnesses who have taken the stand in this sex-trafficking trial.

Camilla Belle to star in rom-com ‘10 Truths About Love’ for Tubi

Tubi has announced that Belle (“Breakaway,” “10,000 BC”) will star in the Tubi Originals romantic comedy, “10 Truths About Love.” Belle plays Carina, an accomplished relationship columnist with a love life that’s more than a little rocky.

Rob Kardashian files new court papers in support of suit against Blac Chyna

Saying he is entitled to a trial of his assault and battery allegations against his former fiancee Blac Chyna, Rob Kardashian has provided the court with his own sworn declaration and other new evidence in opposition to her renewed bid to have his case dismissed.

Want in on the TV topic of the moment? This ‘Alias’ scene can help

If you're searching for a tear-jerking TV moment, you can turn to an unlikely source: the first episode of ABC's J.J. Abrams series "Alias," starring Jennifer Garner.

Tiger King 2: Netflix says second season of hit show coming in 2021

“Tiger King,” the Netflix docuseries that became a cultural phenomenon in the early months of the pandemic, is getting a second season.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

‘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.

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.

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.

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.

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.