Former NFL running back Doug Martin, known for his standout career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and a brief stint with the Oakland Raiders, has died at the age of 36 while in police custody in Oakland, California. The incident occurred early Saturday morning when Oakland police responded to a reported break-in at a residence…
News broke in mid-October 2025 that Brian McKnight publicly celebrated having won an $8.8 million judgment in a defamation suit against his ex-wife, Julie McKnight. In an Instagram video, the singer declared: “We’ve been quiet, listening to liars continue to lie … trying to ruin my name and trying to bring harm to my family…
In a heartfelt celebration of artistry and legacy, Barbie is honoring the legendary Debbie Allen with a special “Tribute Collection” doll bearing her likeness. The unveiling of the Debbie Allen Barbie® Tribute Collection marks both a symbolic and tangible recognition of Allen’s impact across dance, television, film, and education. A Tribute Long Overdue Debbie Allen’s…
Beloved R&B and neo-soul singer D’Angelo, born Michael Eugene Archer, has died at the age of 51 after a prolonged and private struggle with pancreatic cancer, his family confirmed. In a public statement, the family said: “The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life… After a prolonged and courageous…
Soap star Bryton James — best known for playing Devon Hamilton on The Young and the Restless — is pulling the plug on his marriage. According to court documents obtained by TMZ, James filed for divorce from his wife Brytni Sarpy, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split. The filing was made in Los Angeles County Superior Court earlier this…
A federal court has blocked Wendy Williams’ ex-husband, Kevin Hunter, from intervening in her ongoing guardianship dispute, dismissing his lawsuit that sought to act on her behalf. In June, Hunter filed a complaint in federal court seeking to be named Wendy Williams’ “next friend,” a legal status that would allow him to step in for her in…
A long-anticipated documentary chronicling the legend of Earth, Wind & Fire is officially in the works. Directed by acclaimed musician-filmmaker Questlove, the film is set to debut in 2026 under the banner of HBO Documentary Films, marking a major new chapter in the band’s storied legacy. A Definitive Look at a Legendary Band According to statements from HBO, the…
LendingTree, the prominent online lending marketplace, is mourning the unexpected death of its founder and chief executive, Doug Lebda, who died on October 12 in an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) accident on his family farm in North Carolina. He was 55. The company confirmed the tragic news in a press release, expressing profound sorrow at the loss…
Carrie Elizabeth Romney, 64, the sister-in-law of former U.S. Senator and 2012 Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney, was found dead Friday evening outside a parking structure in Valencia, California, prompting an ongoing investigation by Los Angeles County authorities. According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, deputies were dispatched around 8:30 p.m. local time to a…
Sandy Alomar Sr., a former Major League Baseball All-Star second baseman and longtime coach whose influence stretched across generations of players, has died at the age of 81. The news was confirmed Monday by Major League Baseball and the Alomar family. A cause of death was not immediately disclosed, but sources close to the family…
