All news on the topic: Showbiz

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Hollywood adapts Epstein investigation as new series triggers criticism over ‘too soon’ storytelling
A miniseries dramatizing the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein is reportedly in the works and has already prompted dismay from TV fans on social media.
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Hollywood mourns: Back to the Future and Top Gun star James Tolkan dies
The performer, renowned for portraying Mr. Strickland in the first two installments before appearing as his character’s ancestor in the third film, died peacefully at his residence in Saranac Lake, New York, on Thursday, 26 March. The cause of James’ death has not yet been disclosed.
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Dash Crofts of Seals and Crofts dies at 85, leaving behind iconic soft rock hits
Dash Crofts, half of the US soft rock duo Seals and Crofts who were famous for hits including Summer Breeze, has died aged 85.
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HBO Max unveils first trailer for Harry Potter series – coming this Christmas
The first trailer for the upcoming HBO Max Harry Potter series has arrived, with the new season set to come out this Christmas.
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Married at First Sight star Mel Schilling dies aged 54 weeks after revealing cancer had spread to brain
Married at First Sight star Mel Schilling has died at the age of 54, after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.
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Cinema legend Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86
Chuck Norris has died following an undisclosed ‘medical emergency’ in Hawaii.
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Back to the Future III star Matt Clark dies after complications from back surgery
A star of Back to the Future III has died after suffering complications from back surgery, it has been reported. Matt Clark, who is best known for his roles in the third film in the Michael J Fox and Christopher Lloyd series Back To The Future and the TV sitcom Grace Under Fire, died at home in Austin, Texas, on Sunday morning.
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Disgraced TV star John Alford dies in prison after child sex conviction
Grange Hill actor John Alford has died in prison. The 54-year-old - also known as John Shannon - was sentenced to eight years and six months in prison this January for sex offences against children.
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Oscars on edge: FBI warns Iran could launch drone strike as Hollywood gathers
Conan O’Brien and Hollywood’s biggest stars are preparing for what insiders have told the media will be a night overshadowed by fear—after a chilling alert that Iran could attempt a drone strike against California as the Oscars take place.
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Rihanna’s mansion hit by gunfire as woman arrested on attempted murder charges
A 35-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the home of pop star Rihanna was hit by gunfire, Los Angeles police say.
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Shooting near Rihanna’s home: woman opened fire at the singer’s mansion, she has been detained
Rihanna’s Beverly Hills home was targeted in a shooting on Sunday afternoon.
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Britney Spears was arrested and handcuffed by US police in California
Reports claim that Britney Spears has been arrested for Driving Under the Influence in California.
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Annabel Schofield dead at 62: Dallas actress and iconic 80s model dies in LA
Actress Annabel Schofield has died aged 62. The star is best known for her modeling work and role in the hugely popular primetime soap opera Dallas.
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$111bn Hollywood showdown: Paramount beats Netflix in Warner Bros battle
Paramount Skydance seems poised to emerge as the victor of the intense bidding war for Warner Bros Discovery after competing suitor Netflix announced it would not increase its takeover offer.
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Robert Carradine, known for Revenge of the Nerds and Disney’s Lizzie McGuire, dies at 71
Robert Carradine, a member of the famed acting family known for his roles in Revenge of the Nerds and Lizzie McGuire, has died at the age of 71.
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Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria star Eric Dane dies at 53 after battle with ALS
Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria star Eric Dane has died aged 53 after being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
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Catherine O’Hara, known for Schitt’s Creek and Home Alone, dies at age 71
“Schitt’s Creek” star Catherine O’Hara has died. She was 71.
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James Ransone, the unforgettable Ziggy from The Wire, dies at 46
The actor James Ransone, known for his role as Ziggy Sobotka in The Wire, has passed away at the age of 46.
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Tony-nominated Jeremy O. Harris detained at Naha airport for possession of 0.78 grams of MDMA
Prominent American playwright and actor, Jeremy O. Harris, known for his Tony-nominated “Slave Play,” was arrested in Japan on suspicion of smuggling the psychedelic drug ecstasy, officials said Saturday.
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Onlyfans star Bonnie Blue arrested in Bali over "pornographic material" and "Bang bus" tour
Adult star Bonnie Blue has reportedly been arrested after taking her controversial "Bang Bus" tour abroad. It’s not the first time the star has faced issues in a foreign country.
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Netflix seals blockbuster $72 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros Discovery
A memo sent to Warner Bros employees and viewed by The Independent stated the deal is subject to several conditions, including the completion of the separation of Discovery Global and Warner Bros Discovery.
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Actor Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, famed as Shang Tsung, dies surrounded by family in California
Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, famous for playing an evil sorcerer in ‘Mortal Kombat’ movies, and for his roles in "The Last Emperor", "Memoirs of a Geisha," and "The Man in the High Castle," has died.
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Spain, Netherlands, and Ireland announce Eurovision withdrawal over Israel’s participation
Spain, the Netherlands, and Ireland have announced they are pulling out of next year’s Eurovision Song Contest over Israel’s participation.
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Steve Cropper, Booker T & the MG’s co-founder and Grammy winner, dies in Nashville
Legendary guitarist for Booker T and the MG’s Steve Cropper, who also played with the Blues Brothers, has died aged 84.
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Country Ever After star passes away at 45 after long cancer battle
A Netflix star has died aged only 45, and told fans prior to her death not to "stay in the darkness of this moment". Criscilla Anderson had been diagnosed with colon cancer seven years ago.