‘Wicked’ movie theater release date changes
The much-anticipated film adaptation of ‘Wicked’ will be in theaters sooner than expected.
Six Flags, Cedar Fair complete merger to create amusement park powerhouse
The Cedar Fair-Six Flags merger means operations now spread across 17 U.S. states and three countries.
Pitbull concert at UT Austin leaves 3 injured during SEC celebration
A big celebration at UT ended with several people going to the hospital. Police said there was a crowd crush during the Pitbull concert.
Taylor Swift reacts to Simone Biles using 'Ready for It' during Olympic trials
Simone Biles’ Olympic trials floor routine earned a shoutout from Taylor Swift, who said she “watched this so many times.”
Legendary Austin R&B musician Lavelle White turns 95
Legendary Austin-based R&B musician Lavelle White celebrated her 95th birthday with a song in her heart and a mic in her hand.
Will Smith debuts new song at 2024 BET Awards
Will Smith debuted his new single, "You Can Make It," with an electrifying performance featuring Fridayy and the gospel choir Sunday Service at the 2024 BET Awards, marking his musical comeback.
Martin Mull, known for 'Roseanne' and 'Arrested Development' roles, dies at 80
Martin Mull, an actor known for his roles in "Roseanne", "Arrested Development" and many other shows, has died at 80 years old.
Mexican singer Jenni Rivera posthumously honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Rivera's children, Jacqie, Johnny, Chiquis, Jenicka and Michael, accepted the star on behalf of their late mother.
'Freaky Friday' sequel puts Lindsay Lohan back in spotlight with 1st big-screen lead role in over 10 years
Lindsay Lohan is working with Jamie Lee Curtis on "Freaky Friday 2," her first major theatrical film role in over a decade.
Bill Cobbs, actor in 'Night at the Museum' and 'Hudsucker Proxy,' dies at 90
Hollywood actor Bill Cobbs has died at 90.
Closing arguments begin in NFL 'Sunday Ticket' class-action lawsuit
The lawsuit accuses the NFL of breaking antitrust laws when it let DirecTV exclusively sell the “Sunday Ticket" package of out-of-market Sunday games at an expensive price to consumers.
Kansas City Chiefs partner with Hallmark for upcoming holiday movie
The Kansas City Chiefs and Hallmark Media, in collaboration with Skydance Sports, are set to produce a holiday movie titled "Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story."
Savannah Chrisley reacts to mother’s sentence being vacated
Savannah Chrisley, daughter of reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, expressed a mix of relief and hope following the appellate court's decision to vacate her mother's sentence on Friday.
Major record labels sue AI companies for copyright infringement
Major record labels are suing AI music startups Suno and Udio for copyright infringement, alleging they illegally used music from artists like Chuck Berry to Mariah Carey without proper licensing.
Judge to decide if man accused in Tupac Shakur murder gets house arrest
Duane “Keffe D" Davis pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder in the death of Tupac Shakur, and his trial starts in November.
'Crazy Town' singer Shifty Shellshock dead at 49
"Crazy Town" frontman Shifty Shellshock was found dead at his Los Angeles home Monday.
‘The Notebook’s’ Gena Rowlands, who played Allie, suffering from Alzheimer’s, son says
Gena Rowlands played the older version of Allie Calhoun in "The Notebook," which was directed by Rowlands son, filmmaker Nick Cassavetes.
Taylor Swift lauds her band after Dave Grohl implies she doesn't play live music
The Foo Fighters rock star criticized Taylor Swift during the band’s performance in London over the weekend.
Eddie Murphy shares update on 'Shrek 5,' reveals 'Donkey' spin-off film
Eddie Murphy confirmed that work on “Shrek 5” is happening, and also revealed that Donkey is getting his own spin-off.
Previously unreleased Waylon Jennings music set for 2025 release
Previously unheard recordings by Waylon Jennings, discovered by his son Shooter Jennings, are set for a 2025 release, marking the first new posthumous album since 2012.