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Richie Sits During Song After Dehydration Diagnosis
Lionel Richie sat for his final song in St. Louis after doctors diagnosed dehydration. He will perform rescheduled shows in September and a Las Vegas residency.
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Wendell Berry, Kentucky Author, Dies at 92
Author Wendell Berry died Monday at his home in Port Royal, Kentucky. His daughter Mary Berry confirmed the death of the writer who published over 40 books.
Gibney Calls Musk Confidence Man in Venice Doc
Alex Gibney's documentary NAZA premieres at the 2026 Venice Film Festival, labeling Elon Musk a confidence man. The nearly four-hour film arrives as the festival faces criticism over gender parity and political protests.
Galliano Cancels Met Exhibition For Past Conduct
John Galliano canceled his planned 2027 Metropolitan Museum exhibition citing past antisemitic remarks. The designer stated he did not want the debate to distract from the Costume Institute's work.
Taylor Swift Donates $50,000 to Injured Nursing Assistant
Taylor Swift gave $50,000 to a GoFundMe for Ashley Taunton, a Connecticut nursing assistant injured rescuing teens.
Singer Jelly Roll Clarifies Political Views on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'
Singer Jelly Roll used his Thursday guest-hosting spot on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' to define his moderate political stance after recent public discussion. He stated he regained voting rights in March and plans to vote in the November midterm elections.
Gal Gadot Has No Talks on Wonder Woman Return
Gal Gadot stated that she has not discussed returning as Wonder Woman with James Gunn or DC Studios. Ana Nogueira is writing a new reboot while no casting has been announced for the role.
Elordi Calls Scott Pioneer at Dog Stars Premiere in London
Jacob Elordi attended the London premiere of The Dog Stars and praised director Ridley Scott. Josh Brolin revealed he nearly quit the film due to Scott's intense methods.
Voice Actor Peter Cullen Dies at 85 in Los Angeles
Peter Cullen died Wednesday at his home in Los Angeles at age 85. He voiced Optimus Prime for 39 years and Eeyore for nearly three decades.
Artist Yayoi Kusama Dies at 97 in Tokyo
Yayoi Kusama died on August 14 at a Tokyo hospital at the age of 97. Her studio announced she painted until her final days and generated $190.5 million in auction revenue in 2023.
Actor Tim Curry Dies at 80 in Los Angeles Home
Actor Tim Curry died Tuesday at his home in Los Angeles at age 80. His manager confirmed the death, and police suspect no foul play.
Documentary Naza Joins Venice Film Festival Competition
The film Naza enters the main competition at the 83rd Venice Film Festival scheduled for September 2026. It is the only documentary vying for the Golden Lion award during this edition.
David Calls Dershowitz Disgusting in 2021 Feud on Martha's Vineyard
Larry David called Alan Dershowitz disgusting during a 2021 argument on Martha's Vineyard. David later expressed regret for not contacting him after his son died.
ZZ Top Drummer Frank Beard Dies at 77 in Texas
Frank Beard, the drummer for ZZ Top for over five decades, died on August 17, 2025, at his ranch in Richmond, Texas. The band plans to continue performing with replacement musicians as Beard had wished before his death.
Director John Irvin Dies at 86 in U.K.
Director John Irvin died peacefully at age 86 at a relative's home in the U.K. He directed over 30 films including Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and Hamburger Hill.
Actress Hayden Panettiere Dies at 36 in South Carolina
Hayden Panettiere was pronounced dead Sunday after being found unresponsive in her Greenville apartment. An autopsy is scheduled to determine the cause of death while police investigate.
Adam Driver Joins X-Men Cast as Mister Sinister
Adam Driver will play Mister Sinister in Marvel's first X-Men film since Disney acquired Fox. The movie, directed by Jake Schreier, is scheduled for release on May 5, 2028.
Director Mark Rydell Dies at 97 in Los Angeles
Mark Rydell died of natural causes on Thursday in Woodland Hills. The five-time Oscar nominee directed Bette Midler in The Rose.
Reality Star Tyler Duckworth Found Dead in North Dakota Home
Police found reality television personality Tyler Duckworth unresponsive in his Grand Forks home Tuesday. An autopsy and toxicology report to determine the cause of death could take up to 12 weeks.
Film 'The Brink of War' Debuts With Declassified Summit Transcripts
Michael Russell Gunn's film about the 1986 Reykjavik Summit premiered on August 14, 2026. The production features dialogue from declassified transcripts and stars Jeff Daniels as Ronald Reagan.
Warner Bros. Releases Mitchell's Oak Street Film
Warner Bros. Pictures released David Robert Mitchell's The End of Oak Street today. The PG-13 film features Ewan McGregor and Anne Hathaway facing prehistoric creatures.
HBO Renews House of the Dragon for Final Season
HBO renewed House of the Dragon for a fourth and final season after the August 9 finale. The episode featured the Battle of Tumbleton and Helaena Targaryen's suicide in King's Landing.
Actor Ben Jones, Former Georgia Congressman, Dies at 84
Ben Jones died of a heart attack at his home. The former actor and lawmaker served two terms in Congress after starring in 142 episodes.
Christopher Lambert Hospitalized After Collapsing at Convention in Pittsburgh
Actor Christopher Lambert was hospitalized after collapsing from exhaustion and low blood sugar at Steel City Con in Pittsburgh.