Matthew Wright Dies at 52 Matthew Wright, an executive producer of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” who frequently appeared on camera during the daytime program’s run, died on Oct. 30 at the age of 52, USA Today reported. Wright was working remotely in Los Angeles at the time of his death, which organizers of a fundraising … Read more
Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, creating a full day of festive time to fill before trick-or-treating begins, USA Today reported. With no school or work responsibilities the following morning, parents face the challenge of keeping children occupied throughout the daylight hours without the distraction of daytime school parades. Streaming Options for Toddlers and … Read more
Sister Remembers RJ Mitte After Breaking Bad Star Dies at 34 There are just no words. You were just here, Lacianne Carriere wrote in an Instagram tribute on Oct. 23, 2026, USA Today reported. The “Breaking Bad” actor died by suicide at age 34 on Oct. 12 at his home in Brownsville, Texas, according to … Read more
Niamh O’Brien, an original “Riverdance” performer and the wife of Irish choreographer Michael Flatley, died at age 52 after a period of illness. She passed away peacefully at Beacon Hospital in Dublin, a representative confirmed. O’Brien was a member of the original “Riverdance” cast that appeared as an interval act during the 1994 Eurovision Song … Read more
Television journalist Chris Hansen is speaking out against “Primetime,” a gritty new drama starring Robert Pattinson that imagines the former “To Catch a Predator” host in the midst of a dark mental spiral, according to USA TODAY. Ahead of the film’s September 25, 2026 theatrical release by A24, Hansen has criticized the project as an … Read more
A planned “New Girl” reunion event slated for October 10 is not a television reboot, according to star Zooey Deschanel, despite earlier confusion sparked by castmate Max Greenfield. Speaking with USA TODAY, Deschanel clarified that the gathering centers on a charity appearance rather than a revival of the Fox sitcom that ran for seven seasons. … Read more
Jelly Roll Clarifies Political Stances Following Jimmy Kimmel Live Hosting Backlash Country music singer Jelly Roll addressed intense public backlash on August 27, 2026, after making critical remarks about President Donald Trump during an 18-minute monologue while guest-hosting “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” According to the artist, his comments sparked false assumptions that writers scripted his jokes … Read more
Paquin, who won an Academy Award at age 11 for 1993’s “The Piano,” addressed the issue on Instagram on Aug. 22, highlighting the toll exacted on pre-sexualized female child stars who experience untimely ends and profoundly sad lives. Industry Protections and the “Strange Small Club” “We were not as protected by the ‘systems’ that look … Read more
Fox finalized its fall 2026 broadcast schedule on July 13, 2026, opting to lean heavily into established reality television franchises and returning scripted hits rather than introducing new series. According to the network’s official announcement, the lineup features a focus on “bold, iconic and energetic entertainment,” with premiere dates beginning September 21, 2026. Strategic Shifts … Read more
Kelly Bensimon and Andrew Molen Hospitalized Following Head-On Collision Former Real Housewives of New York City star Kelly Bensimon and celebrity chef Andrew Molen were hospitalized following a head-on vehicle accident in Sarasota, Florida, on July 13, 2026. According to Page Six, the pair were passengers in an Uber when their vehicle was struck by … Read more