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By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Standup comic and actor Paul Rodriguez was arrested on charges of possession of narcotics after a traffic stop on Friday in Burbank, California. Rodriguez was a passenger in a vehicle pulled over for code violations by police on Friday evening, according to an emailed statement from Sgt. Stephen Turner,

By The Associated Press (CNN) — After mounting criticism following its initial response to the violent attack on Oscar-winning “No Other Land” co-director Hamdan Ballal, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences apologized Friday for not acknowledging Ballal by name. In a letter to academy members, academy CEO Bill Kramer and its president, Janet

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Academy Award-nominated “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo reflected on the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community at this time while accepting an honor at the GLAAD Media Awards on Thursday night. Erivo, who was presented the Stephen F. Kolzak Award for “making a significant difference in raising visibility and promoting

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — “You Better Run,” not walk, to check this one out. That’s the title of the latest single from Something Out West, a country music duo with actor Chet Hanks and his friend, Drew Arthur. The music video for the song features Hanks recreating scenes from his father Tom

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — It was the slap seen around the world, and Will Smith is not shying away from it. The actor and rapper has his first album out in 20 years. On his new music, Smith addresses the 2022 Oscars incident in which he hit comedian Chris Rock. Rock was

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — When Season 3 of “The White Lotus” premiered last month, the shock was palpable when returning character Belinda recognized a familiar face at the resort in Thailand: Greg Hunt, the wily suitor of the late Tanya McQuoid. As the season has unfolded, Greg (played by Jon Gries) has emerged

By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly are parents to a new baby girl. The “Bad Things” singer announced the news on his Instagram page on Thursday, writing in the caption that “she’s finally here!! our little celestial seed.” MGK did not reveal their daughter’s name but noted that her

KUTV By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — After over 40 years in Park City, Utah, the Sundance Film Festival has a new locale. Starting in 2027, the popular independent film-centric festival will move to another snow capped mountain town in Boulder, Colorado, according to a news release from the Sundance Institute. “Boulder offers small-town charm

By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — After over 40 years in Park City, Utah, the Sundance Film Festival has a new locale. Starting in 2027, the popular independent film-centric festival will move to another snow capped mountain town in Boulder, Colorado, according to a news release from the Sundance Institute. “Boulder offers small-town charm with

By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — “White Lotus” star Michelle Monaghan is addressing a wild theory that’s been floating around since the show’s Season 3 debut. Monaghan – who plays actress Jaclyn Lemon on the popular HBO series – appeared on Wednesday night’s episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and was asked by Kimmel if she’s

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — This season’s “The White Lotus” may be popular with viewers of its wild storylines, but some Blue Devils aren’t enjoying it. Currently in its third season, Jason Isaacs stars as wealthy businessman Timothy Ratliff who is on vacation in Thailand with his North Carolinian family. The character runs

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Dame Helen Mirren is known for her regal screen presence, having won an Oscar for playing Elizabeth II in 2006’s “The Queen,” just one of her celebrated portrayals of royalty or nobility. It would seem as something of a departure, then, to see her in the new thriller crime

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — A mother of a bride has a what she thinks is a wicked good idea for her daughter’s wedding. Tracy Kauffman-Wood’s daughter, Amity, is getting married in the fall. Kauffman-Wood has been in search of the perfect gown, which is why she got excited when she spotted the

By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN (CNN) — A heartwarming moment shared between two contestants in latest episode of “Survivor” transcended the famously fierce competition and brought host Jeff Probst to tears. In Wednesday’s episode, a challenging immunity competition among tribes left contestant Eva, who has autism, feeling under duress. After finishing her task and earning her

By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Marcus Mumford, lead singer of the band Mumford & Sons, would like a little more respect from late night host Jimmy Fallon. Mumford appeared on Tuesday’s episode of “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and, before Mumford & Sons performed, he playfully complained about how basic Fallon’s introduction of

By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Perhaps attempting to prove that reports of its box office demise have been greatly exaggerated, Marvel on Wednesday announced major casting news for its upcoming “Avengers” sequel that both flex the power of its history and set it up for the future. A major component to their plan: The

By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — The first trailer for “Rust” has been released over three years after the film’s cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, was killed on the film’s New Mexico set. Alec Baldwin, who stars in and co-produced the film, was charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection with the shooting before the case was dismissed

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Checkmate, Gwyneth Paltrow. The actress and “Goop” founder shared a video on social media to shut down speculation she has beef with fellow lifestyle entrepreneur, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. In a video posted Tuesday on her Instagram stories, Paltrow responded questions from her followers and had a bit

By Megan Thomas, CNN (CNN) — The new Apple TV+ series “The Studio” is a typical office comedy, set in a workplace that on any given day might be visited by Martin Scorsese, Zoë Kravitz or Zac Efron. Co-created by and starring Seth Rogen as Matt Remick, a newly-appointed head of the fictional Continental movie