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Actor Demond Wilson of 'Sanford and Son' fame dies at 79

LOS ANGELES — Demond Wilson, who was best known for playing Lamont Sanford, the son of Redd Foxx's character on the 1970s TV show "Sanford and Son," died in his sleep at his home in the Coachella Valley on Jan. 30. He was 79.

Wilson's publicist, Mark Goldman, confirmed that he died from complications related to cancer.

"Demond was surrounded...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Jay Shetty has made changes in 2026

Jay Shetty adopts new approach to his 'priorities'

Jay Shetty is shedding the "outsourcing of things that are important to [him]".

The 38-year-old life coach has interviewed some of the most famous people in the world through his podcast series, including the likes of Selena Gomez, Emma Watson, and Jennifer Lopez, and Jay admits that those experiences have taught him some important life lessons...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Martin Short has paid tribute to Catherine O'Hara.

Martin Short pays heartfelt tribute to Catherine O'Hara

Martin Short has hailed Catherine O'Hara as the "greatest, most brilliant, kindest, sweetest angel".

The 75-year-old comedy star first met Catherine - who passed away on Friday (01.30.26), aged 71 - when she was still a teenager, and he's paid a heartfelt tribute to the actress during a recent stage show with Steve Martin.

Speaking on stage in...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Jonathan Bailey will play a prominent role in the new season.

Jonathan Bailey 'plays an integral role' in new Bridgerton episodes

Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley will both play "an integral role" in season four of Bridgerton.

The actor and actress' on-screen characters are still away in India with their newborn baby, but Bridgerton showrunner Jess Brownell has confirmed that they will return for part two of the series, which premieres in late February.

Jess told ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Ben Affleck and Matt Damon have been friends since childhood

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's friendship has evolved

Matt Damon's friendship with Ben Affleck has survived "different phases" in their lives.

The 55-year-old actor has been friends with Ben, 53, since childhood, and Matt admits that their relationship has evolved over the decades.

Matt - who has been married to his wife Luciana since 2005 - told People: "The circumstances of our lives have ...Read more

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Cowboy Adan Banuelos arrested following Bella Hadid breakup

Bella Hadid’s ex-boyfriend, cowboy Adan Banuelos, has been arrested in Texas, less than a week after news broke that the couple had parted ways.

The champion equestrian, 37, was arrested for public intoxication early Saturday and booked into the Parker County Jail, according to online records. He was held only briefly until posting a surety ...Read more

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'Schitt's Creek' star Dan Levy shares emotional tribute to Catherine O'Hara

Dan Levy is mourning the loss of his “Schitt’s Creek” co-star and “extended family” Catherine O’Hara, following her death on Friday at age 71.

The beloved “Home Alone” and “Beetlejuice” actress died on Friday at her Los Angeles home “following a brief illness,” her manager confirmed to the Daily News.

O’Hara’s death...Read more

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Catherine O'Hara in 10 unforgettable roles: Where to watch them

LOS ANGELES — She portrayed a spoiled socialite turned impoverished rural motel manager in "Schitt's Creek." She played a self-centered stepmom who, when possessed by an evil entity, channeled Harry Belafonte's voice singing "Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)" in 1988's "Beetlejuice." She was the harried, forgetful mom who left her son behind in "...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Paris Hilton loves the challenges of motherhood

Paris Hilton: Motherhood is the most beautiful thing

Paris Hilton has found motherhood to be the "most beautiful thing".

The 44-year-old star has son Phoenix, three, and daughter London, two, with her husband Carter Reum, and Paris admits that she loves her family life.

The blonde beauty - who has been married to Carter since 2021 - says in her new documentary, Infinite Icon: A Visual Memoir: "...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Sydney Sweeney ended her engagement in 2025.

NFL star Puka Nacua flirts with Sydney Sweeney

NFL star Puka Nacua has sent a flirty message to Sydney Sweeney.

The 28-year-old actress recently outlined what she's looking for in a man, and her comments prompted a cheeky reply from Puka, the 24-year-old sports star who plays as a wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams.

Sydney - who has enjoyed a meteoric rise in recent years - told ...Read more

Adrien Brody has been on a 'long journey' to Broadway

Adrien Brody is fulfilling a long-held dream by starring on Broadway.

The 52-year-old actor is set to star alongside Tessa Thompson in The Fear of 13, and Adrien admits that his Broadway debut has been a long time coming.

The actor - who starred in The Fear of 13 in London back in 2024 - told People: "I started doing theatre as a teen before I...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Catherine O'Hara was born in Toronto.

Justin Trudeau pays tribute to 'Canadian icon' Catherine O'Hara

Justin Trudeau has paid a glowing tribute to Catherine O'Hara.

The actress - who was born in Toronto, Canada - died on Friday (01.30.26) at her home in Los Angeles following a brief illness, and the former Canadian Prime Minister has taken to social media to heap praise on the Home Alone star.

Alongside a throwback photo of them together, ...Read more

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Melania Trump -- her doppelganger -- makes appearance at LA matinee of first lady's documentary

LOS ANGELES — I was just getting settled in my seat for the first showing of "Melania" at the Grove cineplex when Melania Trump walked in.

OK, it wasn't the Melania Trump, as in the first lady. But it was a reasonable facsimile.

The impersonator, followed by a man filming with his phone, strode in like a model, flinging her hair back and ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Snoop Dogg co-owns the Welsh soccer team

Snoop Dogg 'wants to take Swansea to the Premier League'

Snoop Dogg wants to turn Swansea City into a "global name".

The 54-year-old rap star became a co-owner and investor in Swansea, a Welsh soccer team playing in England's second tier, last year, and Snoop has now revealed that he has huge ambitions for the club.

Speaking to Wales Online, Snoop explained: "I want to be real hands on, I want to ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Rachel McAdams starred in the 2004 movie.

Rachel McAdams was told she was 'too old' for Mean Girls

Rachel McAdams was initially told she was "too old" to star in Mean Girls.

The 47-year-old actress auditioned for the role of Cady Heron in the 2004 teen comedy film - but she was overlooked for the role in favour of Lindsay Lohan, and Rachel ultimately landed the role of Regina George instead.

Speaking to People, Rachel recalled being told by...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Laura Dern has voiced her concerns.

Laura Dern: I have never seen more shame around ageing

Laura Dern has "never seen more shame around ageing".

The 58-year-old actress feels she's been afforded the space to grow and mature in the spotlight - but she doesn't believe that her experience is reflected more broadly.

Speaking to The Independent, Laura shared: "Lately, I have never seen more shame around ageing and women as public figures...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Catherine O'Hara passed away aged 71

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney hails 'legend' Catherine O'Hara

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has hailed Catherine O'Hara as a "legend".

The actress was born in Toronto, Canada, and the Prime Minster took to social media to pay tribute to her after she passed away aged 71.

Carney wrote on X: "I join Canadians and fans across the world in mourning the loss of Catherine O'Hara.

"Over 5 decades of ...Read more

Mariah Carey honored at MusiCares concert by Adam Lambert, Foo Fighters, Kesha and more

LOS ANGELES — There wasn’t a hint of glitz or glitter when the Grateful Dead was saluted at last year’s MusiCares Person of the Year all-star concert in Los Angeles.

But Mariah Carey made up for that in a major way when she was honored Friday as the 2026 MusiCares Person of the Year at the Los Angeles Convention Center. She listened ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Photo: Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan

Paris Hilton planning meet-up with former enemy Lindsay Lohan's children

Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan have become good mom friends decades after feuding.

The 44-year-old socialite and the 39-year-old actress famously locked horns throughout the noughties, but they buried the hatchet once and for all and are hoping to organise for their children to meet.

Appearing on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen this ...Read more

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Eugene Levy is at a loss for words over the death of Catherine O'Hara

Eugene Levy has paid a heartfelt tribute to his longtime collaborator, Catherine O'Hara.

The 71-year-old actress passed away on Friday (30.01.26), following a "brief illness", and the 79-year-old star is at a loss for words after the death of his co-star, whom he briefly dated.

In a statement given to Us Weekly, he said: "Words seem inadequate...Read more