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Television Q&A: Is there any fresh intel on 'S.W.A.T.' spinoff?

You have questions. I have some answers.

Q: With the cancellation of Shemar Moore’s “S.W.A.T.,” it was indicated there was another show his character would star on. I haven’t seen more about it. Is it going to happen?

A: Yes. As Deadline.com reported, production began late last year on “S.W.A.T. Exiles,” which finds Moore’s ...Read more

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Q&A: Michael Connelly says same killer committed Black Dahlia, Zodiac murders

ANAHEIM, Calif. — After nearly 80 years, hope for answers to the infamous 1947 Black Dahlia murder had faded into nothingness.

It was, as bestselling writer Michael Connelly said in 2024, “an unsolvable case.” One for which he imagined a different outcome in his then-new book, “The Waiting,” to “keep the lure of the case alive, so ...Read more

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Column: Defying the calendar and playing on, jazzman Bobby Lewis is turning 90

CHICAGO — The young man with a horn came here in 1961 and he blew that cornet with such force and style, such brilliance and versatility, that he has become a living landmark, emphasis on “living.”

He has played with thousands of musicians, on thousands of stages, and in thousands of recording and commercial sessions. He has made many ...Read more

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Review: 'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' brings the franchise down to Earth and back to school

"Star Trek: Starfleet Academy," premiering this week with back to back episodes on Paramount+, takes on the necessary assignment of going where no "Trek" has gone before, while also recalling all the places it has. Created by Gaia Violo, the new series, which might cynically be regarded as a bid to bring younger viewers to a franchise a decade ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Ne-Yo is dating three women

Polyamorous Ne-Yo is in 'one relationship' with all three girlfriends

Ne-Yo is in "one relationship with three people".

The So Sick hitmaker is dating Arielle Hill, and women known only as Cristina and Moneii, but he stressed that he doesn't view them as separate romances.

Speaking on Sherri, he said: "The main understanding is I'm not in three relationships. I'm in one relationship with three people.

"We ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Lala Kent suffered a rare reaction to a bug bite

'Gnarly' and 'oozing': Lala Kent suffered 'disgusting' bite reaction

Lala Kent suffered "disgusting" boils after being bitten by an insect.

The 35-year-old reality star suffered a "rare reaction" on a previous vacation to Hawaii which saw her discover a "gnarly" rash all over her body that eventually began "oozing".

Speaking on her Untraditionally Lala podcast, she said: "You guys, OMG, I have to tell you guys ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Tish Cyrus has opened up about her battle with anxiety

Tish Cyrus battled crippling anxiety during year from hell

Tish Cyrus was "not functioning" as she battled "absolutely horrible" anxiety following the death of her mom and the breakdown of her marriage.

Miley Cyrus' mother, 58, has opened up about her mental health problems and revealed she's always experienced "a little bit of anxiety" but it got a lot worse after her mom Loretta Finley died at 85 in ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Gracie Abrams is to star in Please

Gracie Abrams to make movie debut in Please

Gracie Abrams is to make her acting debut in the movie Please.

The 26-year-old singer has landed her first big-screen role in the A24 picture from Babygirl director Halina Reijn.

Reijn will both write and direct the flick but plot details are being kept under wraps for the time being.

Insiders have told The Hollywood Reporter that Please is a...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Nia DaCosta directed 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple in her own style

Nia DaCosta needed control of 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple

Nia DaCosta wanted to make 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple in her own way.

The 36-year-old director has helmed the fourth movie in the post-apocalyptic horror franchise and explained that she strived to put her own spin on the project despite the success of previous films in the series that were helmed by Danny Boyle.

Speaking to IndieWire, ...Read more

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BLACKPINK announce new EP Deadline

BLACKPINK are set to release the Deadline EP on February 27.

The K-pop girl group - consisting of Jisoo, Jennie, Lisa and Rosé - are nearing the end of their world tour of the same name, which kicked off on July 5, 2025, at the Goyang Stadium in South Korea, and will conclude on January 26, 2026, at the Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong.

Although...Read more

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Harry Styles sends audio teaser to fans on WhatsApp ahead of comeback

Harry Styles has sent an audio teaser to fans on WhatsApp.

After the mysterious website webelongtogether.co launched, where fans could enter their information to sign up for updates on the instant messaging app from HSHQ, the snippet pinged through on Wednesday (14.01.26).

The six-second track sees Harry singing, "We belong together."

Fans ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Rihanna is reportedly ready to announce some summer shows

Rihanna 'to make music comeback with huge summer stadium shows'

Rihanna will reportedly make her long-awaited music comeback by scheduling a run of huge summer stadium shows for 2026.

The 37-year-old Umbrella singer was previously said to be plotting a stage return for 2025 but called off the unannounced tour plans due to her pregnancy. However, a new reports suggests Rihanna - who welcomed her third child ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Flea is releasing his first solo album

Red Hot Chili Peppers star Flea announces debut solo album

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has unveiled plans for his debut solo album.

The Under The Bridge star - who released his first single, A Plea, last month - will drop 10-track LP Honora on March 27, while he's also confirmed live dates across North America, Europe and the UK.

Flea has played bass and trumpet on the record, while he enlisted...Read more

Bang Showbiz / James Cameron believes Oscars voters snubbed Avatar 2 over their fears about the use of AI

James Cameron blames 'anti-AI backlash' for Avatar 2 Oscars snub

James Cameron has blamed an "anti-AI backlash" for Avatar: The Way of Water's underwhelming performance at the Oscars.

The 2009 original Avatar film was nominated for nine Academy Awards including best picture and best director and won three - for best art direction, cinematography and visual effects - while its 2022 sequel was nominated for ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Nicola Peltz Beckham has landed a new acting role

Nicola Peltz Beckham lands starring role in new indie drama

Nicola Peltz Beckham is set to star in new indie drama Prima.

The 31-year-old star - who first started acting with a role in 2006's Deck The Halls - has landed a leading role in the upcoming directorial debut from The Morelli Brothers, which is based on a character and story of her own creation.

According to Deadline, the film will star Peltz ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Reese Witherspoon has warned fans about scammers using her identity online.

Reese Witherspoon warns fans over catfishing scam

Reese Witherspoon has warned fans to be vigilant about scammers impersonating her on social media.

The Hollywood actress, 49, has revealed she's endured a tough 24 hours after uncovering a number of catfishing scams on Instagram and TikTok - in which fraudsters have been using her name and image to "build relationships" online - and she's told ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Todd Bridges has split from his wife

Todd Bridges splits from wife Bettijo B. Hirschi

Todd Bridges has split from his wife Bettijo B. Hirschi.

The 60-year-old Diff'rent Strokes star - who wed his second wife in September 2022 - has confirmed the marriage has broken down and the couple has made the "difficult decision" to separate but the actor insisted he's looking back on the relationship with "love and gratitude".

In a ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Guy Fieri has opened up on his injury and recovery.

Guy Fieri describes horror injury as 'worst thing he's been through in 20 years'

Guy Fieri has described his horror injury as the "worst thing he's been through" in two decades.

The 57-year-old celebrity chef has been in a wheelchair for the last couple of months after suffering a scary fall down a flight of stairs which left him with a torn quad muscle, and he has been sure to take medical advice on his recovery.

He told ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Jay Leno is standing by his wife Mavis

Jay Leno admits people seem 'shocked' he's standing by his wife after dementia diagnosis

Jay Leno says people are "so shocked" he's stayed by his wife's side after her dementia diagnosis.

The 75-year-old former late night talk show host has stood by his wife Mavis - who was diagnosed with advanced dementia in early 2024 - but admitted some people seem surprised he's stuck to his marital vows.

He told the Life Above The Noise With ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Ben Affleck and Matt Damon co-own a production company

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon strike landmark deal with Netflix

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon struck a deal with Netflix to boost pay for all crew members on The Rip.

The Hollywood duo star in and produce the new Netflix film, and they struck a first-of-its-kind deal with the streaming platform to ensure that the behind-the-scenes team profits from the movie's potential success.

Ben, 53, told Variety: "In our...Read more