The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has unveiled its 2026 class of inductees, assembling a lineup that reflects both the breadth of popular music and the institution’s continued effort to reconcile commercial success with long-delayed recognition. Among those entering the Hall in the Performer category are Phil Collins, Billy... Read More »
A Los Angeles County judge has denied an effort by Motown icon Smokey Robinson to dismiss portions of a civil lawsuit alleging sexual misconduct and labor violations, allowing claims brought by two additional accusers to move forward, at least for now. The ruling, issued Monday by Judge Kevin Brazile, centers... Read More »
A legal dispute over the use of a stage name tied to one of pop music’s most recognizable eras has been quietly resolved. Apollonia, the singer and actress closely associated with Prince’s 1984 film Purple Rain, has reached a confidential settlement with the late artist’s estate, ending a lawsuit that... Read More »
Lena Dunham is offering a more complicated account of her working relationship with Adam Driver during the production of Girls, describing moments of volatility alongside a deeply engaged creative partnership. In her forthcoming memoir, Famesick, Dunham, who created and starred in the series, writes that Driver’s intensity as an actor... Read More »
Katy Perry has issued a firm denial following a sexual assault allegation made by actor and model Ruby Rose, calling the accusation “categorically false” and describing it as a serious and harmful misrepresentation of events. The claim surfaced over the weekend when Rose posted on social media alleging that Perry... Read More »
The Tribeca Festival will mark its 25th anniversary with a music-focused opening night, announcing that an HBO original documentary centered on Earth, Wind & Fire will premiere on June 3. The screening is scheduled to take place at the Beacon Theatre in New York City, followed by a live performance... Read More »
J. Cole’s latest attempt to balance his dual pursuits in music and professional basketball has been cut short, with the rapper confirming that visa complications limited his time playing in China to a single appearance. The 41-year-old artist had been expected to participate in multiple games with the Nanjing Monkey... Read More »
Offset has been released from the hospital after sustaining injuries in a shooting outside a South Florida casino earlier this week, according to a statement from his representatives. The incident, which occurred near the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, left the rapper hospitalized with what authorities described as non-life-threatening... Read More »
A coalition of prominent actors, writers, and directors is publicly opposing a proposed merger between Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery, warning that further consolidation could significantly reshape the entertainment industry to the detriment of creators and audiences alike. In an open letter signed by more than 1,000 industry figures,... Read More »
Britney Spears has voluntarily entered a rehabilitation facility following her recent arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence, according to a representative for the singer. The decision comes weeks after the incident, which took place in early March in Southern California, and marks a significant step in what those... Read More »
