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Blue Man Group announces opening date of Orlando theater and show at ICON Park
Tickets are now available to purchase.
Source: Spectrum News Staff
Tuesday, Oct 29 2024
Teri Garr, the offbeat comic actor of 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has died
Garr died Tuesday of multiple sclerosis “surrounded by family and friends,” said publicist Heidi Schaeffer.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Oct 29 2024
Jon Stewart signs extension to remain 'Daily Show' host on Mondays through 2025
He initially was slated to host once a week through the presidential election.
Source: Ryan Chatelain
Monday, Oct 28 2024
‘Venom: The Last Dance’ misses projections as superhero films’ grip on theaters loosens
“Venom: The Last Dance” showed less bite than expected at the box office, collecting $51 million in its opening weekend.
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Oct 27 2024
Beyoncé delivers emotive, joyful speech at Kamala Harris' Houston rally: 'I'm here as a mother'
Beyoncé arrived onstage late Friday with her Destiny’s Child bandmate Kelly Rowland.
Source: Associated Press
Friday, Oct 25 2024
Leonardo DiCaprio endorses Kamala Harris for president
DiCaprio, long an outspoken advocate for addressing the climate crisis, has supported Democratic candidates in the past.
Source: Associated Press
Friday, Oct 25 2024
Judge upholds dismissal of involuntary manslaughter charge against Alec Baldwin in on-set shooting
In a ruling Thursday, state District Court Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer stood by her July decision.
Source: Associated Press
Friday, Oct 25 2024
Before Taylor Swift show in New Orleans, a homeless encampment is forced to move
In anticipation of three Taylor Swift concerts, state authorities on Wednesday began clearing a nearby homeless encampment.
Source: Associated Press
Friday, Oct 25 2024
Cardi B says she's hospitalized with medical emergency, will miss music festival
The 32-year-old New York native gave no details on her condition.
Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Oct 24 2024
Harvey Weinstein's retrial moved to next year, lawyer plans to hire a private investigator
The new details came as Weinstein appeared in court Wednesday for a pretrial hearing.
Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Oct 23 2024
A$AP Rocky to go to trial next year on charges he fired a gun at a former friend
Superior Court Judge Mark S. Arnold said he will allow video cameras to air the trial that's expected to last about two weeks.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Oct 22 2024
'Blade Runner 2049' producers sue Elon Musk and Tesla over AI image at robotaxi event
The carmaker unveiled its long-awaited robotaxi on Oct. 10 during a live-streamed event at a Warner Bros. studio lot in Burbank, California.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Oct 22 2024
Biden honors late ‘Queen of Tejano Music’ Selena Quintanilla with National Medal of Arts
Texans Eva Longoria and Leonardo “Flaco” Jimenez were also honored.
Source: Christine Sanchez
Tuesday, Oct 22 2024
Initial report shows Liam Payne had cocaine in his system when he died, says Argentine official
The ex-One Direction singer died last week after falling from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Oct 22 2024
Reports: Harvey Weinstein diagnosed with cancer
The former film producer is undergoing treatment for bone marrow cancer behind bars at Rikers Island, according to media reports.
Source: Spectrum News Staff
Tuesday, Oct 22 2024
Facing 7 more lawsuits, Sean 'Diddy' Combs protests a 'fresh wave of publicity'
Combs’ lawyers asked a judge Sunday to order potential witnesses and their lawyers to stop making statements that could prevent a fair trial.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Oct 21 2024
Disney names Gorman to serve as next chairman, anticipates naming new CEO in early 2026
The Walt Disney Co. is tapping Morgan Stanley executive James Gorman to serve as its next chairman, beginning early next year.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Oct 21 2024
‘Smile 2’ grinning to No. 1 at box office; ‘Anora’ glitters in limited release
“Smile 2” was the big newcomer, taking first place with a better than expected $23 million, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Oct 20 2024
'Exhibiting Forgiveness': A generational trauma healing journey
The film is not only about fatherhood, family, hope and generational trauma, but for director and artist Titus Kaphar, it is a personal journey.
Source: Paco Ramos-Moreno
Friday, Oct 18 2024
‘Breaking Bad’ star Bryan Cranston appears in ad campaign against littering in New Mexico
The marketing campaign taps into $3 million in state funding and will involve billboard ads.
Source: Associated Press
Friday, Oct 18 2024
Argentine authorities probe what happened before Liam Payne's fatal fall from his hotel balcony
Fans, music-industry figures and fellow musicians paid tribute to the One Direction singer, who died Wednesday.
Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Oct 17 2024
Biketoberfest returns to Daytona Beach as Milton cleanup continues
The event is happening as scheduled as cleanup efforts continue across Volusia County following Hurricane Milton.
Source: Devin Martin
Thursday, Oct 17 2024
Jane Fonda to receive lifetime achievement award from actors’ guild
In her over six decades in the business, Fonda has won two Oscars — for “Klute” and “Coming Home” — two BAFTA Awards, an Emmy and seven Golden Globes.
Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Oct 17 2024
Liam Payne, former One Direction member, dies at 31 in Argentina hotel fall
Payne fell from a third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires.
Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Oct 16 2024
Disney to debut new Lightning Lane Premier Pass this month, but some guests may have sticker shock
The pass is set to debut at Disneyland on Oct. 23 and Disney World on Oct. 30.
Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Oct 16 2024
Lawyers for Sean 'Diddy' Combs ask judge to release identities of his accusers
The lawyers wrote in a letter to a Manhattan federal court judge that Combs needs to know the identities so he can prepare adequately for trial.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Oct 15 2024
6 people accuse Diddy of sexual assault in new lawsuits, including man who was 16 at the time
The accusers are part of what their lawyers say is a group of more than 100 alleged victims who are in the process of taking legal action.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Oct 15 2024
‘Terrifier 3’ slashes ‘Joker’ to take No. 1 at the box office, Trump film ‘The Apprentice’ fizzles
“Terrifier 3,” a gory, low-budget slasher from the small distributor Cineverse, topped the weekend box office with $18.3 million.
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Oct 13 2024
‘Game of Thrones’ dragon-forged Iron Throne fetches nearly $1.5 million at auction
Heritage Auctions in Dallas hosted the event, which featured over 900 lots of items of significance from the HBO series.
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Oct 13 2024
Simone Biles takes the stage in Orlando during Gold Over America tour
Several Olympians shared their talents.
Source: Spectrum News Staff
Sunday, Oct 13 2024
Hulu’s ‘La Máquina’: An anti-fable of friendship and boxing
"La Máquina" is Hulu's first Spanish speaking original series starring Diego Luna and Gael García Bernal.
Source: Paco Ramos-Moreno
Friday, Oct 11 2024
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs to stay in jail while appeals court takes up bail fight
In a decision filed Friday, Circuit Judge William J. Nardini denied Combs' release from jail while a three-judge panel weighs his bail request.
Source: Associated Press
Friday, Oct 11 2024
May trial date set for Sean 'Diddy' Combs to face sex trafficking charges
A May 5 trial date was set Thursday for hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs to face sex trafficking charges.
Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Oct 10 2024
Disneyland raises ticket prices, up to $200 for a single day
The Walt Disney Co. raised most Disneyland and Disney California Adventure single- and multi-day tickets and its popular Magic Key annual passes.
Source: Joseph Pimentel
Wednesday, Oct 09 2024
Cissy Houston, Whitney Houston's mother and a Grammy-winning singer, dies at 91
Houston died Monday morning in her New Jersey home while under hospice care for Alzheimer's disease.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Oct 07 2024
Supreme Court declines to hear appeal from singer R. Kelly, convicted of child sex crimes
The R&B singer was found guilty in 2022 of three charges of producing child sexual abuse images and three charges of enticement of minors for sex.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Oct 07 2024
‘Joker 2’ stumbles at box office amid poor reviews from audiences and critics
“Joker: Folie à Deux” is the No. 1 movie at the box office this weekend coming in at $40 million, but it's half of the 2019 film.
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Oct 06 2024
Donald Glover cancels Childish Gambino tour dates after recent surgery
After his New Orleans show on Sept. 7, he sought tests at a hospital and canceled a Houston show the following night.
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Oct 06 2024
Hulu's 'Hold Your Breath': Not your average horror film
“Hold Your Breath” is terrifying, Sarah Paulson told Spectrum News, but it’s not your average slasher film.
Source: Paco Ramos-Moreno
Friday, Oct 04 2024
Winter Garden community works to revive the Garden Theatre
Citing "financial challenges," the Garden Theatre announced on Oct. 2 that it was closing.
Source: Katie Streit
Friday, Oct 04 2024
Garth Brooks accused of rape in lawsuit from hair-and-makeup artist
The woman says in the lawsuit she had worked for Brooks' wife, Trisha Yearwood, since 1999, and had started also working for Brooks in 2017.
Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Oct 03 2024
Doctor who supplied Matthew Perry ketamine pleads guilty to drug charge
Dr. Mark Chavez, 54, entered the plea in federal court in Los Angeles, becoming the third person to admit guilt in the aftermath of Perry's death.
Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Oct 02 2024
Keanu Reeves to race at Indianapolis Speedway this weekend
The actor will compete in the Toyota Gazoo Racing GR Cup series.
Source: Susan Carpenter
Wednesday, Oct 02 2024
Spectrum commits $1 million to Hurricane Helene recovery efforts
We continue to see communities and businesses coming together in the aftermath of Helene, with one goal in mind — helping those in need.
Source: Spectrum News Staff
Wednesday, Oct 02 2024
This year’s MacArthur ‘genius’ fellows include more writers, artists and storytellers
The interdisciplinary awards announced Tuesday come with a $800,000 grant over five years that the 22 recipients may use however they want.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Oct 01 2024
Movie armorer's conviction upheld in deadly ‘Rust’ set shooting by Alec Baldwin
A New Mexico judge on Monday upheld an involuntary manslaughter conviction against a movie armorer in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 30 2024
Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton, Jimmy Webb and more stars pay tribute to Kris Kristofferson
“What a great loss. What a great writer. What a great actor. What a great friend. I will always love you, Dolly.” Dolly Parton wrote on X.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 30 2024
Oasis adds U.S., Canada and Mexico stops to 2025 tour
American rock band Cage the Elephant will open.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 30 2024
Joaquin Castro’s National Recording Registry nominations include Selena, Linda Ronstadt, Vicente Fernández
Castro's nomination list includes the first full-time Spanish language radio broadcast, which aired in San Antonio in 1946.
Source: Christine Sanchez
Monday, Sep 30 2024
DirecTV buys rival Dish as satellite mainstays hunker down against onslaught of streaming services
The deal also includes DirecTV acquiring Sling.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 30 2024
Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88
A family spokeswoman says Kristofferson died at his home in Hawaii on Saturday. He was 88.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 30 2024
John Ashton, 'Beverly Hills Cop' actor, dies at 76
In a 50-year career, Ashton was a regular face across TV series and films, including “Midnight Run,” “Little Big League” and “Gone Baby Gone.”
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Sep 29 2024
‘Megalopolis’ flops, ‘The Wild Robot’ soars at box office
Francis Ford Coppola’s decades-in-the-making, self-financed epic “Megalopolis” flopped with moviegoers, while “The Wild Robot” soared to No. 1.
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Sep 29 2024
Lady Gaga draws inspiration from her 'Joker' sequel character to create 'Harlequin' album
“Harlequin” marks Gaga’s first jazz-inspired album since the death of her longtime collaborator and close friend Tony Bennett.
Source: Spectrum News Staff, Associated Press
Saturday, Sep 28 2024
Maggie Smith, star of stage, film and 'Downton Abbey,' has died at age 89
Smith's sons, Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens, said in a statement that she died early Friday in a London hospital.
Source: Associated Press
Friday, Sep 27 2024
Judge prepares ruling on possible retrial of movie armorer in fatal set shooting by Alec Baldwin
Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer is reconsidering the armorer’s felony conviction after throwing out an involuntary manslaughter case against Baldwin.
Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Sep 26 2024
Nevada high court orders lower court to dismiss Chasing Horse sex abuse case
The court’s decision means prosecutors can proceed with their 18-count criminal case after months of delayed proceedings.
Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Sep 26 2024
In 'Megalopolis,' Coppola wonders: Is the society we live in the only one available to us?
Coppola's American-Roman epic “Megalopolis” hits theaters and IMAX this weekend
Source: Paco Ramos-Moreno
Thursday, Sep 26 2024
Hoda Kotb says she is leaving NBC's 'Today' show early next year
She has been on the show since 2007 and has co-hosted with Savannah Guthrie since 2018.
Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Sep 26 2024
Francis Ford Coppola makes his biggest film gamble yet in 'Megalopolis'
At 85, Francis Ford Coppola isn't slowing down and returns to the big screen with perhaps his biggest film gamble, “Megalopolis.”
Source: Paco Ramos-Moreno
Wednesday, Sep 25 2024
Dr. Dre, Keith Urban among special guests performing at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame released its list of special guests for the induction ceremony next month, and the list isn't even complete.
Source: Lydia Taylor
Wednesday, Sep 25 2024
Johnny Cash becomes first musician honored with statue at U.S. Capitol
A sculpture of the "Man in Black" was unveiled Tuesday in National Statuary Hall.
Source: Ryan Chatelain
Tuesday, Sep 24 2024
Woman alleges Sean 'Diddy' Combs raped her on video in latest lawsuit
Thalia Graves alleges the music mogul and his head of security raped her and recorded it on video at his New York recording studio in 2001.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Sep 24 2024
Marley Brothers uphold father's legacy with 1st tour in 2 decades
Bob Marley's sons are honoring his work, performing about 30 of their father's songs including massive hits like “No Woman, No Cry."
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Sep 24 2024
Man convicted of sending his son to rob and kill rapper PnB Rock gets 31 years to life
Judge Connie Quinones handed down the sentence to Freddie Trone, 42, in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Monday.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Sep 24 2024
Max will begin filming 'Friends' game show in October to mark hit show's 30th anniversary
The "Fast Friends" show will be filmed at the Friends Experience interactive exhibit in New York.
Source: Susan Carpenter
Monday, Sep 23 2024
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ scares off ‘Transformers’ for third week as box office No. 1
The Tim Burton legacy sequel topped the North American box office charts for the third straight weekend with $26 million in ticket sales.
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Sep 22 2024
Cards Against Humanity sues Elon Musk's SpaceX over alleged trespassing in Texas
Cards Against Humanity alleged in a lawsuit that SpaceX has placed construction materials and other debris on land the games company owns.
Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Sep 21 2024
Sean 'Diddy' Combs will stay in jail after bail is denied for a second time
U.S. District Judge Andrew L. Carter ruled that Combs' plan was “insufficient.”
Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Sep 18 2024
Balloons, trampoline and Apples to Apples are finalists for the Toy Hall of Fame
A panel of expert judges and the public will vote on which of the finalists will be inducted in November.
Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Sep 18 2024
Édgar Barrera, Bad Bunny and Karol G lead the 2024 Latin Grammy nominations
The Latin Recording Academy announced this year’s nominees in a livestream Tuesday.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Sep 17 2024
5 things to know about Teatro Martini’s Halloween-inspired Vaudeville Variety Revue
Lyrical pole dancing, comedians, magicians, singers encompass the Halloween-themed dinner show.
Source: Allison Walker
Tuesday, Sep 17 2024
Emmy Awards ratings up more than 50%, reversing record lows
The Emmys telecast on ABC reached nearly 7 million viewers, a jump of more than 50% from the record low of the last ceremony in January.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 16 2024
Jane's Addiction cancels its tour after onstage concert fracas
The band has scuttled its latest tour following an onstage scuffle between lead singer Perry Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 16 2024
'Shogun' and 'Hacks' win top series Emmy Awards, 'The Bear' and 'Baby Reindeer' take 4 apiece
“Shogun” had historic wins in an epic 18-Emmy first season,
Source: Rae Williams, Associated Press
Monday, Sep 16 2024
Tito Jackson’s family says the Jackson 5 member has died at 70
Tito was the third of nine Jackson children, which include global superstars Michael and sister Janet.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 16 2024
Emmy Awards: A partial list of top winners
Here’s a list of winners at Sunday's Emmys
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Sep 15 2024
Emmy Awards honor the best of TV with father-son duo Eugene and Dan Levy as hosts
Dan Levy said that the Emmys is known for "broadcast TV’s biggest night for honoring movie stars on streaming services.”
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Sep 15 2024
‘Shogun,’ ‘The Bear’ and ‘Baby Reindeer’ are at the top of the queue as the Emmys arrive
The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards will be held Sunday night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Sep 15 2024
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ is No. 1 again; conservative doc ‘Am I Racist’ cracks box office top 5
After its monster opening, the Tim Burton sequel easily topped the domestic box office charts again with $51.6 million in ticket sales.
Source: Associated Press
Sunday, Sep 15 2024
How to watch and stream the 76th annual Emmy Awards
Last year’s Hollywood strikes delayed the show’s 75th edition until January, when “Succession” and “The Bear” dominated the show.
Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Sep 14 2024
Ballerina Michaela DePrince, whose career inspired many after she was born into war, dies at 29
DePrince was featured in a documentary film and performed on the TV show, “Dancing With the Stars.”
Source: Associated Press
Saturday, Sep 14 2024
A medical mistake leads to a fast-paced action rom-com in 'The Killer's Game'
Dave Bautista and Sofia Boutella star in the action rom-com now playing in theaters. Director JJ Perry says this movie is for 'everyone.'
Source: Paco Ramos-Moreno
Friday, Sep 13 2024
5 things to know about 90s Con
Casts from iconic 90s television shows and pop culture reunite in Central Florida.
Source: Allison Walker
Friday, Sep 13 2024
Justin Timberlake pleads guilty to impaired driving in New York
The judge sentenced Timberlake to a $500 fine with a $260 surcharge, and 25 hours of community service at the nonprofit of his choosing.
Source: Associated Press
Friday, Sep 13 2024
Actor Chad McQueen, son of Steve McQueen, dies at 63
McQueen’s attorney and friend Arthur H. Barens confirmed to The Associated Press that he died Wednesday. The cause of death was not disclosed.
Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Sep 12 2024
Taylor Swift wins big at MTV Video Music Awards, ties Beyoncé's record and thanks Travis Kelce
The "Fortnight" singer took home seven awards — including the night's biggest, the trophy for video of the year.
Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Sep 12 2024
Jon Bon Jovi helps talk woman down from ledge on Nashville bridge
The Tennessean reported that Bon Jovi was filming a music video on the bridge, which remained open to the public during the shoot.
Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Sep 12 2024
Frankie Beverly, the Maze singer who inspired generations of fans with lasting anthems, dies at 77
His family said in a post on Instagram that Beverly died Tuesday.
Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Sep 11 2024
The MTV Video Music Awards are back. Will Taylor Swift make history?
Megan Thee Stallion will both host and perform at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards.
Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Sep 11 2024
'Star Wars' icons mourn James Earl Jones, along with Denzel Washington, Bob Iger and others
The star of “The Lion King” and the commanding voice of Darth Vader died Monday at age 93.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Sep 10 2024
Universal Orlando to add new 'Wicked'-inspired experiences
The new additions are in anticipation of the popular movie musical adaptation’s release later this year.
Source: DeJanae Phillips, Anna Wronka
Tuesday, Sep 10 2024
Peter Frampton finally finds Rock & Roll Hall of Fame doors open to him
The hall's ceremony is Oct. 19.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Sep 10 2024
Donald Glover postpones North American tour the day before Austin performance
Glover said Monday he was postponing the entire North American leg of the tour to focus on his physical health “for a few weeks.”
Source: Christine Sanchez
Tuesday, Sep 10 2024
Ryan Seacrest debuts as new 'Wheel of Fortune' host
For the first time in almost 8,000 episodes, “Wheel of Fortune” did not open with a hello from longtime host Pat Sajak.
Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Sep 10 2024
James Earl Jones, acclaimed actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93
His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed Jones died Monday morning at home. The cause was not immediately clear.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 09 2024
Jailed Harvey Weinstein taken to NYC hospital for emergency heart surgery, his representatives say
Weinstein, 72, was taken to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan from the Rikers Island jail complex late Sunday.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 09 2024
Morgan Wallen leads the 2024 Country Music Association Award noms, Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' snubbed
Some fans speculated that Beyoncé, whose “Cowboy Carter” was released during the eligibility window, could receive a nomination at the 2024 CMAs.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 09 2024
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ jolts box office with $110 million opening weekend
After 36 years of waiting, the juice is finally loose again in “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” this time racking up $110 million in its premiere weekend.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 09 2024
'Shogun' wins record-breaking 14 Emmys at Creative Arts ceremony as Jamie Lee Curtis gets her 1st
The Saturday and Sunday ceremonies were a precursor to the main Emmys ceremony, to be hosted by Dan and Eugene Levy, that will air Sept. 15.
Source: Associated Press
Monday, Sep 09 2024