Legendary Singer Bonnie Tyler Dies at 75 Following Illness
The music world is mourning the loss of legendary Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, whose unmistakable raspy voice helped define an era of pop and rock music. Tyler died Wednesday night at a hospital in Portugal at the age of 75, according to a statement released by her family through her manager. Tyler’s manager, Matt Davis, confirmed…
Raven-Symoné Returns as Disney Greenlights ‘The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen’
The Cheetah Girls are officially making a comeback! More than 20 years after the beloved Disney Channel franchise first captured the hearts of fans, Disney has greenlit “The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen,” the fourth installment in the hit musical series. The new film will reunite original stars while introducing a fresh generation of Cheetahs. Leading the return…
Veteran Actor Ernest Harden Jr. Earns First Primetime Emmy Nomination for The Pitt
One of the finest actors to emerge from the 1970s is finally getting his flowers. Veteran actor Ernest Harden Jr. has earned his first-ever Primetime Emmy Award nomination, receiving recognition in the Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series category for his unforgettable performance as Louie Cloverfield on HBO Max’s acclaimed medical drama, The Pitt. Harden’s portrayal of Louie—a beloved Emergency Department “frequent flier”…
Donovan Mitchell Signs 4-Year, $273 Million Extension with Cavaliers, Eyes Another Championship Run
The Cleveland Cavaliers have secured the future of their franchise. Seven-time NBA All-Star Donovan Mitchell has agreed to a four-year, $273 million maximum contract extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to a person familiar with the deal who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. The agreement was reached on Tuesday, July 7,…
Coco Gauff Reaches First-Ever Wimbledon Semifinal After Comeback Win Over Jessica Pegula
LONDON — American tennis star Coco Gauff is headed to her first-ever Wimbledon semifinal after rallying from a set down to defeat fellow American Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 on Tuesday at the All England Club. The victory marks a major milestone for Gauff, who had never advanced beyond the fourth round in her previous six…
Viola Davis and Julius Tennon’s JuVee Productions Signs First-Look Deal With Universal Global Television
Award-winning actress Viola Davis and producer Julius Tennon are expanding their television footprint after securing a major new production partnership. The husband-and-wife duo’s production company, JuVee Productions, has signed a first-look television deal with Universal Global Television, marking a significant new chapter for the company known for championing diverse and compelling storytelling. Under the agreement, Universal Global Television will…
Nolan Xavier Wells’ Family Retains Ben Crump, Calls for ‘Truth’ After Teen’s Death on Horn Island
The family of Nolan Xavier Wells, the 18-year-old Mississippi football player whose body was found near Horn Island after he disappeared during a Fourth of July outing, has retained nationally recognized civil rights attorney Ben Crump as they seek answers surrounding the circumstances of his death. Crump announced Tuesday that he will represent Wells’ family, saying…
Lauren Bennett, Singer Featured on LMFAO’s “Party Rock Anthem,” Dies at 37
The music world is mourning the loss of British singer-songwriter Lauren Bennett, best known for her unforgettable vocals on LMFAO’s global smash hit “Party Rock Anthem” and as a member of the pop girl group G.R.L. Bennett has died at the age of 37. Her death was announced Monday in a heartfelt statement shared by her G.R.L. bandmates on social…
Brandy Honored During Emotional Hometown Celebration in McComb, Mississippi
Grammy-winning singer and actress Brandy Norwood received a heartfelt welcome home on Monday as thousands of fans gathered in downtown McComb to celebrate one of the city’s most beloved stars. The community event, titled “Live at Five,” transformed Main Street into a festive celebration, drawing longtime residents, family, friends, and fans eager to honor Brandy’s remarkable career…
Missing Mississippi Football Player Nolan Xavier Wells Found Dead at 18
The search for missing Mississippi football player Nolan Xavier Wells has ended in tragedy after authorities located a body on Horn Island that has since been identified by his family as the 18-year-old athlete. Wells disappeared on July 4 while spending the holiday weekend on Horn Island, a remote barrier island off Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. According to the Jackson…
