Isiah Whitlock Jr., ‘The Wire’ and ‘Veep’ Star, Dies at 71
The entertainment world is mourning the loss of acclaimed actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., a veteran performer best known for his unforgettable roles in The Wire, Veep, and numerous Spike Lee films. Whitlock Jr. died Tuesday in New York at the age of 71, reportedly passing peacefully following a short illness. His manager, Brian Liebman, confirmed…
Los Angeles Police Seek Public’s Help After Young Boy and Dog Found in Vehicle Following Attempted Car Theft
Los Angeles police are turning to the public for assistance in identifying a young boy found inside a vehicle, along with a dog, after an attempted car theft in the Highland Park neighborhood this past Sunday morning. Officers from the Los Angeles Police Department’s Northeast Division were dispatched shortly before 10 a.m. on Dec. 28 to the 300…
NFL Star Stefon Diggs Accused of Slapping, Choking Former Personal Chef After Salary Dispute; He Denies Allegations
New England Patriots star wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery charges stemming from an alleged incident on Dec. 2, 2025, according to court documents and local police reports. The alleged victim, identified as Diggs’ former personal chef, accuses him of slapping and choking her following a disagreement over pay, authorities and news outlets report. According…
Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo, and Ellie Goulding Named in King Charles’ 2026 New Year Honours
Three of Britain’s most influential cultural figures — Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo, and Ellie Goulding — are set to be recognized in King Charles III’s 2026 New Year Honours List, marking a major moment for the U.K.’s arts and entertainment community. Actor and producer Idris Elba will receive a knighthood in recognition of his decades-long impact on film, television, music,…
Gospel Music Icon Richard Smallwood Passes Away at 77
Renowned gospel singer, songwriter, pianist and composer Richard Smallwood, a towering figure in contemporary gospel music, has died at the age of 77. His family confirmed his passing on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Smallwood’s death was attributed to complications from kidney failure, according to his publicist. For more than five decades, Smallwood’s work helped define modern gospel. Known…
Diddy’s Sons Justin and Christian Combs Team Up With Zeus Network for Tell-All Documentary
Justin Combs and Christian “King” Combs, two of the sons of music mogul and hip-hop executive Sean “Diddy” Combs, are preparing to share their own perspective on recent legal and media controversies involving their father in a new documentary series set to premiere on the Zeus Network in 2026. The yet-to-be-titled docuseries, announced this week…
Anthony Joshua Injured in Fatal Car Crash in Nigeria That Killed Two Trainers and Close Friends
British heavyweight boxing star Anthony Joshua has been injured in a serious car crash in southwestern Nigeria that killed two members of his training camp, in a tragedy that has shocked the global boxing community. The accident occurred Monday morning on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway — one of the country’s busiest highways — when the vehicle…
Beyoncé Becomes a Billionaire, Joins Elite List of Music Moguls
Iconic singer-songwriter and cultural force Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has officially crossed the $1 billion threshold, earning billionaire status for the first time in her career, according to Forbes and multiple media outlets. The achievement places her among a select group of musicians who have reached this financial milestone, joining her husband Jay-Z, as well as Taylor…
Mike Holston Released From Hospital, Shares First-Hand Account of Skydiving Accident
Adventure and wildlife influencer Mike Holston, better known online as The Real Tarzann, has been released from the hospital and is sharing new details about the skydiving accident that left him seriously injured last week. Holston posted a video update to Instagram on Monday, offering fans a candid explanation of what went wrong and how…
Tyler Perry’s Accuser Allegedly Asked Him for Money Before Filing Lawsuit
Newly surfaced text messages allegedly exchanged between filmmaker Tyler Perry and his latest accuser appear to show the plaintiff discussing money and financial hardship with Perry months before filing a $77 million lawsuit, according to TMZ and other outlets. The messages, which were obtained by TMZ and published Sunday, show aspiring actor and model Mario…
