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Russell Brand ex claims she suffered 'coercive control and abuse'

Russell Brand’s ex-girlfriend Jemima Goldsmith accused the comedian of “violence, coercive control and abuse” following sex assault convictions that resulted in a 10-year prison sentence that was handed down Monday.

Goldsmith, a screenwriter and producer, dated Brand for about a year prior to their early 2014 split. She said on a social ...Read more

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Dax Shepard addresses claims he's 'abusive' of wife Kristen Bell

Podcaster Dax Shepard has taken issue with the recent discourse about his marriage, including claims that he’s “abusive” and “controlling” of his wife, actress Kristen Bell.

The “Parenthood” actor responded to the “deeply insulting” allegations during an episode of his “Armchair Expert” podcast on Monday.

“Another round...Read more

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Aftershock announces 2027 festival dates. When tickets, camping passes go on sale

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — After a record-breaking year in 2026, Aftershock is set to return to Sacramento’s Discovery Park for its 15th year, with four days of rock and metal on the calendar.

On Tuesday festival production company Danny Wimmer Presents announced the rock and metal festival’s 2027 dates and when tickets will go on sale.

In ...Read more

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Florence Pugh hits out at Meta for censoring post about Cornell rape

NEW YORK — Florence Pugh will keep speaking her mind — even after Meta restricted her social media post about the alleged gang rape at Cornell University.

The Oscar-nominated actress opened up about the incident in a new interview for Elle’s Women in Hollywood issue released on Tuesday.

“No one f—ing censors me,” she said. “Don�...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Jordan Fisher will star in Purple Rain

Jordan Fisher to star in Purple Rain

Jordan Fisher will lead the cast of Purple Rain on Broadway.

The former Dancing With the Stars champion has signed up to portray The Kid and admitted he is "crazy" to be taking on the iconic role, which was originated by Prince in the beloved 1984 movie of the same name.

Sharing a video offering a glimpse of his preparations for the role, ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Olivier Martinez is seeking more money from Halle Berry.

Halle Berry's ex-husband seeks more child support

Halle Berry's ex-husband wants more child support after obtaining primary physical custody of their son.

Olivier Martinez took the Monster's Ball actress to court last month after alleging his ex-wife had abused their 13-year-old son, and after it was decided the boy should live with him, the French actor has filed paperwork in Los Angeles ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Christina Applegate was misdiagnosed with MS

Christina Applegate questions whether breast implants played a role in MS misdiagnosis

Christina Applegate believes her breast implants may have led to her multiple sclerosis (MS) misdiagnosis.

The Dead to Me actress revealed last month that she was mistakenly told she had the progressive autoimmune condition back in 2021, and while she's been going through various tests to discover the cause of her health issues, she's ...Read more

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'Jimmy' star Rob Riggle talks James Stewart and his own military service

FORT WORTH, Texas — Rob Riggle is proud of his latest film.

The 56-year-old Kentucky native portrays Colonel Terrill in “Jimmy,” a film about James Stewart’s military service in World War II and how that shaped his performance as George Bailey in “It’s a Wonderful Life.” “Jimmy” is now playing in theaters.

For Riggle, the ...Read more

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'Hamilton' actor Jordan Fisher to play Prince in 'Purple Rain' on Broadway

NEW YORK — “Hamilton” actor Jordan Fisher will play Prince in the Broadway production of “Purple Rain.”

The 32-year-old performer posted Instagram photos and video of himself as “The Kid” on Tuesday. He also linked to a Billboard article that includes an interview about Fisher’s upcoming role at the Majestic Theatre.

“He is ...Read more

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What to stream: 'Being Heumann' and more films about disability activism and representation

Streaming this week on Apple TV is the latest film from Oscar-winning filmmaker Sian Heder, “Being Heumann.” The film is a biopic about the fiery and inspiring disability activist Judy Heumann, written by Heder and Rebekah Taussig, adapted from Heumann’s memoir “Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Rights Activist.” ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Theo James wants Anya Taylor-Joy to play James Bond

Theo James wants Anya Taylor-Joy to become the first female James Bond

Theo James wants Anya Taylor-Joy to be the next James Bond.

The Gentleman actor previously ruled himself out of the running to portray the suave spy, but he's a big fan of the Queen's Gambit actress and thinks she has what it takes to be the first woman to lead the franchise.

Asked who he thinks should get the coveted role, he told Extra: "...Read more

Bang Showbiz / James Gunn feels relieved.

James Gunn 'relieved' to leave DC Studios after 'trying' time

James Gunn is "relieved" to be exiting DC Studios after a "trying" time as co-chief.

A shock announcement was made on Monday (09.11.26) that the Guardians of the Galaxy filmmaker and Peter Safran are stepping down after four years at the helm of the studio, with Marvel veteran Jeremy Latcham taking over, and James is looking forward to being ...Read more

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Movie review: Fancy trappings can't hide the emptiness of 'Victorian Psycho'

If only there was more to “Victorian Psycho” than just a silly play on words. Based on a 2025 novel by Virginia Feito, the premise is a gender- and era-swapped take on the iconic book and movie “American Psycho.” Both stories imagine a bloody serial killer tale through the eyes of the unrepentant perpetrator: one, a young man in the ...Read more

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Baby, is he a star? New leading man for 'Purple Rain' on way to Broadway

MINNEAPOLIS — There’s a new Kid on the block — and this one knows his way around Broadway.

Jordan Fisher has been tapped to take over the lead role Prince made famous in the 1984 movie “Purple Rain,” replacing Kris Kollins as the musical prepares for its leap from Minneapolis to Manhattan.

Kollins, a first-time actor who originated ...Read more

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New on DVD: Sail home with Christopher Nolan's epic adaptation of 'The Odyssey'

The cinematic event of the year tops the DVD releases for the week of Nov. 17.

"The Odyssey": Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer's epic poem features Matt Damon as Odysseus trying to return home after the Trojan War and boasts a starry cast that includes Tom Holland, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, Charlize Theron and Anne ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell have been together since 1983

'He is still so handsome': Goldie Hawn gushes about her partner Kurt Russell

Goldie Hawn still finds Kurt Russell "handsome".

The 80-year-old star has been reflecting on her 43-year relationship with the Escape from New York actor and explained that she continues to find him "beautiful".

Speaking on The Jennifer Hudson Show on Tuesday (10.11.26), Goldie said: "He's so handsome.

"I do look at him to this day and we put...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Prince Harry delivered an emotional address on child safety at the European Parliament

Prince Harry declares that all children 'deserve to feel safe' in European Parliament address

Prince Harry says that all children "deserve to feel safe".

The Duke of Sussex made a heartfelt plea to tech firms to prioritise the safety of children in an address at the European Parliament in Brussels on Tuesday (10.11.26.)

Harry had been expected to deliver a joint speech alongside his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, but she elected not ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Nick Cannon, Mariah Carey and their fraternal twins

Nick Cannon reveals his feelings about signing a prenup before marrying Mariah Carey

Nick Cannon has revealed how he felt about signing a prenup before marrying Mariah Carey.

The 46-year-old comedian and the 57-year-old singer tied the knot at her private estate on Windermere Island in the Bahamas in April 2008.

And Nick was "absolutely" fine with inking his name on a prenuptial agreement, outlining the legal rights ...Read more

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Pretty Penny Lane: McCartney a billionaire, but only worth half as much as Jay-Z

NEW YORK — Paul McCartney is finally a billionaire.

But according to Forbes, the former Beatle’s $1.4 billion nest egg makes him worth half as much as Jay-Z.

A big chunk of the 84-year-old “Penny Lane” singer’s wealth reportedly stems from his MLP Communications publishing company that began in 1969. It included his own song catalog...Read more

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Beyoncé means business. At USC, MBA students will study her empire

LOS ANGELES — Which Beyoncé song are you?

At USC's Marshall School of Business, MBA students will have to pick one and explain why before they study her whiskey brand, hair care line and entertainment company, not to mention her music. The assignment has a fitting name: the "BeyEssay."

"The Business of Beyoncé," a new course that puts a ...Read more