Hollywood News Friday May 15, 2026

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TV TODAY

LIVE! WITH KELLY & MARK (ABC) American Idol runner-ups, Melba Wilson

THE VIEW (ABC) Lisa Ann Walter

DREW BARRYMORE (SYN) Jeremy Pope, Nate Berkus, Dan Souza

KELLY CLARKSON (SYN) Durand Bernarr, Scott Foley, Whitney Leavitt, LJ Benet, The Lost Boys performance

TAMRON HALL (SYN) Tamron’s Tasting Table

THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW (SYN) The cast of “Michael”

BOSTON BLUE (CBS) A deadly threat strikes close to home, pulling Lena, Danny and the team into an intense investigation that stirs            buried grief and tests their resolve

UFL FOOTBALL (FOX) Orlando Storm at Dallas Renegades from Toyota Stadium

JIMMY KIMMEL (ABC) repeat

STEPHEN COLBERT (CBS) repeat

TONIGHT SHOW/JIMMY FALLON (NBC) repeat

SETH MEYERS (NBC) repeat

Saturday, May 16th

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL: REGIONAL COVERAGE – TEAMS TBA (FOX) Major League Baseball game determined by your             geographical location.

BANANA BALL (CW) The Savannah Bananas, an independent baseball team, bring their unique and entertaining style of the sport to            the field as they take on other teams, featuring unique rules and antics

HANNAH SWENSEN MYSTERIES: BEST SERVED COLD (HALLMARK) When a suspect in a forgery case is murdered and the             prosecutor goes missing, Hannah and Chad must uncover how the two cases are connected and solve them in time for the trial

Sunday, May 17th

BETRAYAL: SECRETS & LIES (ABC) Deb gives love a second chance after meeting Jeff, but his web of lies leaves her questioning her own sanity

THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA (BRAVO) The ladies continue their Dallas getaway as they prepare for Cynthia's             "Dynasty"-themed gala to celebrate her tequila brand, but what was meant to be glamorous quickly turns dramatic

THE WAY HOME (HALLMARK) When Nick joins Kat on her search for more information about Elliot's mother in the 1920s, the         two realize they may be in over their heads

STREAMING

FRIDAY – May 15th

    Apple TV+ - Monarch: Legacy of Monsters (season 2, new episode)

    Disney+ - Travis Japan Summer Vacation!! In the USA (new episode)

    Disney+ - Minnie’s Bow-Toons: Pet Hotel (new episodes)

    HBO Max – Lurker

    Hulu – Rivals (season 2, three-episode premiere)

    Paramount+ - Dutton Ranch (premiere)

    Paramount+ - Couples Therapy

SATURDAY – May 16th

    Hulu – Perfect Crown (season finale)

    Netflix – Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano (live)

SUNDAY – May 17th

    No debuts

DVD'S

ARCADE

COLD STORAGE

EDGE OF TOMORROW STEELBOOK

FORBIDDEN WORLD 4K UHD

GOAT

HAMMER: HEROES, LEGENDS AND MONSTERS

INVADERS FROM MARS UHD

IT: WELCOME TO DERRY

MONA LISA 4K UHD

RED BEARD

ROUNDERS

SECRET SERVICE

THE BIG CITY (CRITERION COLLECTION)

THE EXORCIST III 4K UHD

THE MARLOW MURDER CLUB: SERIES 1-3

THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 3

WUTHERING HEIGHTS

Call the Midwife: Season Fifteen – TV-PG

Twinless – R

NEW MUSIC THIS WEEK

Stephen Sanchez – Love, Love, Love

Josh Groban - Cinematic

Jason Mraz – Grandma’s Gospel Favorites

Chris Brown - Brown

Kenny Wayne Shepherd – Ledbetter Heights (The 30th Anniversary Sessions)

LOVE IS KIND - CHAINSMOKERS/OAKS

LOCKET - MADISON BEER

Neil Diamond – Wild at Heart

Song Sung Blue – Soundtrack

Peter Gabriel - Live at WOMAD 1982

Sam Phillips - Gilmore Girls Coffee

Hitting May 15th, 2026

    Jack Johnson - Surfilmusic

    The All-American Rejects - Sandbox

    Peter Frampton – Carry the Light

    Jethro Tull – Under Wraps: The Unwrapped Edition

    Drake - Iceman

    Shaggy - Lottery

NEW MOVIES 

Obsession (2025)

        Horror  Thriller

        Michael Johnston  Inde Navarrette  Cooper Tomlinson  Megan Lawless

In the Grey (2026)

    Action  Drama  Thriller

    Jake Gyllenhaal  Henry Cavill  Eiza González  Rosamund Pike

Is God Is (2026)

    Drama  Mystery

    Xavier Nealy-Davis  Sterling K. Brown  Vivica A. Fox  Mykelti Williamson

Driver's Ed (2025)

    Action  Comedy  Romance

    Sam Nivola  Sophie Telegadis  Mohana Krishnan  Aidan Laprete

Magic Hour (2025)

    Drama  Romance

    Katie Aselton  Daveed Diggs  Brad Garrett  Susan Sullivan

Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe (2026)

    Animation  Action  Drama

    Jun'ichi Suwabe  Kenshô Ono  Reina Ueda  Soma Saito

Life Hack (2025)

    Action  Crime  Thriller

    Georgie Farmer  Yasmin Finney  Roman Hayeck-Green  James Scholz

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Taylor Frankie Paul Seeks Home Repair Help From Doug Mason - “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star Taylor Frankie Paul and Doug Mason are giving fans another glimpse into their rekindled relationship after a playful bathroom repair exchange on Instagram. Mason shared videos of himself installing a toilet paper holder in his new apartment, prompting Taylor to post a photo of her own broken holder and jokingly ask him for help. The pair previously connected during Taylor’s unaired season of “The Bachelorette,” and reports last month said they were spending time together again and trying to make their relationship work following renewed contact.

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Kylie Kelce Reveals Who Her Daughters Won’t Be Allowed To Date - Kylie Kelce is having fun imagining her daughters’ future dating lives, joking on her “Not Gonna Lie” podcast that she hopes they never bring home fans of the Dallas Cowboys. The longtime Philadelphia Eagles supporter clarifies that she has no issue with Dallas itself, but says she couldn’t picture welcoming a Cowboys fan into the family, adding that her husband, former Eagles player Jason Kelce, would likely be far more accepting than she would. Kylie also shares more thoughts about her daughters’ personalities and possible futures, predicting leadership roles for Wyatt, animal-focused work for Elliotte, and some kind of performance career for Bennett.

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Kylie Jenner Was Scared To Tell Parents She Was Pregnant At 19 - Kylie Jenner is opening up about how nervous she felt when she learned she was pregnant with daughter Stormi Webster at age 19. During a recent appearance on “Therapuss,” Jenner shares that she was scared to tell her parents, Kris Jenner and Caitlyn Jenner, but says they responded with support after she revealed the pregnancy. Kylie also says she'd already decided she wanted to move forward with becoming a mother even if she had to do it alone, and she later welcomed Stormi in 2018 and son Aire Webster in 2022 with father Travis Scott.

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"CoComelon" Movie Adds SZA, Nicholas Hoult, Sarah Sherman, More - “CoComelon: The Movie” has added major new voices, with SZA, Nicholas Hoult, and Sarah Sherman joining the animated feature alongside Ike Barinholtz, Ego Nwodim, and more. Per a press release, the film follows JJ and his friends on an epic adventure that “invites families to go beyond the world of ‘CoComelon’ that they know.” “CoComelon” first began on YouTube before becoming a global phenomenon that includes everything from streaming music to live entertainment and multiple spinoffs. The big-screen adaptation of “CoComelon” is set to hit theaters on February 19, 2027.

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Casting Is Underway For The Next James Bond Film - The search for the next James Bond is moving forward, with Amazon MGM Studios confirming the casting process has begun. Acclaimed casting director Nina Gold, known for "Game of Thrones" and "The Crown," has reportedly joined the upcoming 007 film. Gold will team with director Denis Villeneuve and producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman to find the next actor to play the iconic spy. "The search for the next James Bond is underway. While we don’t plan to comment on specific details during the casting process, we’re excited to share more news with 007 fans as soon as the time is right," Amazon MGM Studios shares in a statement.

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Director Confirms Scarlett Johansson Is In "Batman Part II" - Director Matt Reeves officially confirmed the cast for “The Batman Part II” through a series of social media posts. Maybe the biggest win for fans? Sebastian Stan and Scarlett Johansson are officially in the movie. Returning stars include Robert Pattinson, Jeffrey Wright, Andy Serkis, and Colin Farrell. Reeves teased the sequel’s story earlier this month with a pic of a snowy Batmobile, captioned “#SnowTires,” and a pic of an explosion, saying, “Just over here having a little fun…” He also previously hinted the main villain has “never really been done in a movie before.”

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"Outlast: The Jungle" Gets Premiere Date And Trailer - Netflix’s “Outlast” is swapping the icy wilderness of Alaska for the jungles of Panama in its upcoming third season, “Outlast: The Jungle.” Sixteen new contestants will battle brutal conditions, shifting alliances, and each other for a $1-million prize. Showrunner Mike Odair said in a statement the move to Panama changed “the survival, the strategy, and the social dynamics,” calling the new season “more primal, unpredictable, and intense from the very start.” The season premieres June 10th with six episodes, followed by the final two on June 17th. A new trailer teases medical evacuations, betrayals, and contestants struggling to survive both the jungle and one another.

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Teaser For Season 7 Of Tyler Perry's "The Oval" Drops - The teaser for the upcoming seventh and final season of Tyler Perry's "The Oval" has been released. "The Oval" centers around a family placed in the White House by people of power while also highlighting the personal side and everyday lives of the staff who run the inner workings of the White House. "The Oval" premieres Tuesday on BET. New episodes will drop weekly on the same night through September 30. Paramount+ will have new episodes available the same day, beginning at 12am PT/3am ET.

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"Doctor Who" Lands At AMC+ - For American fans of "Dr. Who," getting the chance to watch it without jumping through transatlantic hoops just got a lot easier. The 13-season run of BBC’s revived "Doctor Who" TV series will begin streaming on AMC+ next month. Beginning June 11, the platform will now be home to 13 seasons and 176 episodes (including specials) of the award-winning sci-fi series. The 21st century version of the show aired in the UK from 2005 – 2022. Not included in the AMC+ streaming deal are the 26 seasons of the original "Doctor Who" TV series, which aired from 1963 to 1989, the trilogy of 60th anniversary specials, or the two seasons of Disney+'s  recent take on the legendary show.

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Will Smith's Next Movie Is Action Thriller "Supermax" - Will Smith is set to star in “Supermax,” a new action thriller from “Halloween” director David Gordon Green. Amazon MGM Studios reportedly plans to release it directly on Prime Video. The film follows two FBI agents investigating a murder inside the world’s most secure prison. Production on “Supermax” is expected to begin in mid-August with additional casting currently underway. A release date has not been confirmed at this time.

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"Paw Patrol," "Rubble & Crew" Renewed For Two More Seasons - Wake the kids! Nickelodeon has announced it'll be bringing back both "PAW Patrol" and its spinoff series, "Rubble & Crew," for two more seasons each, marking seasons 14 and 15 for "PAW Patrol," and seasons 5 and 6 for "Rubble & Crew." Not much of a surprise; "PAW Patrol" currently ranks as the #1 preschool series on all TV this year among kids 2-5.

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"A Capitol Fourth" Will Not Be Held On July 4th After All - The annual "A Capitol Fourth" celebration is misnamed, at least this year. The event has been moved up a day, to July 3, as part of a kickoff of weekend celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States. "A Capitol Fourth: 250th Weekend Celebration" will air at 8pm ET to 9:30pm ET. In addition to PBS and other stations, the event will air on Armed Forces Network. It will be available on YouTube and video-on-demand from July 3 to July 17.

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The Cast Of "Revenge" Reunited For Emily VanCamp's Birthday - Emily VanCamp celebrated her 40th birthday with a surprise “Revenge” reunion organized by her husband and former co-star Josh Bowman. Sharing photos from the party on Instagram, VanCamp thanked Bowman for bringing together “some of my most cherished group of chosen friends and family” and told him, “You truly outdid yourself.” Several “Revenge” cast and crew members made sure to stop by, including Nick Wechsler, Connor Paolo, and Gabriel Mann, more than a decade after the show ended. VanCamp reflected on the love and support she felt from the group, writing that it carried her through “the brightest and darkest of times.” The actress also looked ahead optimistically, saying she feels “so hopeful and excited about this new decade.”

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Britney Spears Allegedly Scared Restaurant Customers With Barking, Knife Wielding - Britney Spears allegedly caused a chaotic scene at a dinner outing in Los Angeles, with witnesses claiming to “TMZ” she was screaming, and even barking, while dining with friends. One customer alleged the singer walked through the restaurant holding a knife, though her rep insisted in a statement to “TMZ” she was only using it to cut a hamburger and “never put anyone in danger.”  The witness even admits that the singer may have just forgotten to put it down on her table before getting up. Spears’ representative has pushed back on the reports, calling the situation “completely blown out of proportion” and comparing the scrutiny to the media treatment she faced “20 years ago.”

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Ariel Winter And Boyfriend Luke Benward Break Up After 6 Years - Ariel Winter and longtime boyfriend Luke Benward have split after nearly six years together, with sources telling “People” they realized they were “better as friends.” Despite the breakup, the pair reportedly still have “tons of love” for each other, remain close friends and continue sharing custody of their dogs.  Their last public appearance together came in July last year at a screening for “Don’t Log Off,” a thriller they produced and starred in together. At the event, Winter praised Benward, saying they “work really well together” creatively and calling herself “a stan for my man.” The couple reportedly split in August last year.

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Jason Biggs And Wife Jenny Mollen Split After 18 Years - Jason Biggs and wife Jenny Mollen have separated after 18 years of marriage, though a rep tells “People” they remain on “great terms” and are focused on coparenting their sons, Lazlo and Sid. A source close to the couple added that they “are doing great” and even spent Biggs’ 48th birthday together as a family this week.  The pair first met while filming “My Best Friend’s Girl” in 2008 before getting engaged and marrying later that year. Over the years, Mollen frequently shared fun tributes to Biggs on Instagram, including a recent anniversary post celebrating “17 years of this.”

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John Cena Diagnosed With Mite Infestation In His Eyes - John Cena revealed he has been diagnosed with Demodex blepharitis (DB), a condition where “an overgrowth of Demodex mites, which are tiny parasites that naturally live on our skin” causes itchy and red eyes according to "Cleveland Clinic.”  The WWE star admitted to “People” that he often brushed off persistent eye irritation as a normal part of getting older, despite dealing with what he described as “a lot of redness and itchiness, and every once in a while, waking up with eye crusties and stuff.”  At the time, Cena said, “given my age, I'm 49 now, my vision was going a little bit, so I just figured it was par for the course.” But as soon as he was treated with prescription eye drops, Cena said “immediately, all that stuff went away,” adding, “now, I still need my readers, but I don't have that redness, that itchiness and certainly not waking up with the crusties.”  Reflecting on the experience, he called it a “learning experience” and urged others not to ignore symptoms, saying that getting checked is a “bold, first step” and that the condition often “hides in plain sight.”

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Kylie Jenner Was "Really Scared" To Tell Her Parents She Was Pregnant At 19 - Kylie Jenner is opening up about how scared she was when she discovered she was pregnant with her first child at just 19 years old on Jake Shane’s podcast, confessing, “I was freaking out. I was really scared to tell my parents.” Kylie explained that despite her anxiety, “there was something just inside of me that knew that I wanted to do this,” and she ultimately chose to move forward, even considering “if I have to do this alone.”  When she finally shared the news with her now divorced parents, Kris and Caitlyn Jenner, Kylie said, “No one was angry at me. It was a crazy time,” noting the surprisingly supportive reaction from her family. Kylie welcomed Stormi Webster with ex-boyfriend Travis Scott in 2018 followed by their son Aire in 2022.  While discussing her second pregnancy, Kylie revealed it was far more physically difficult, saying, “I have had chronic back pain for three and a half years” and “my son, my last pregnancy, it really took me out.” She even detailed an alarming moment during her pregnancy with Aire when she was “three centimeters dilated for two months” and that “the baby was falling out.”

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Benny Blanco Says Selena Gomez Has The "Diet Of A Five Year Old": Selena Gomez looks good, let's mention that first. That said, her husband Benny Blanco has revealed something that will tick most of us off: she has the "diet of a five year old." He made the revelation during a recording of Gwyneth Paltrow's “Goop” podcast earlier this week. "This morning I walked in and she was eating Jack in the Box at 6:45 in the morning,” Blanco told Paltrow, adding that Gomez’s two favorites are "burgers and fries." Paltrow, shocked, replied, "This is not Goop approved!" Blanco, assured Paltrow that Gomez "eats the s*** out of" the Goop Kitchen options, but added that his wife mainly prefers "whatever is bad for your diet." The Blanco episode of the podcast should be released in the next few months.

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Spencer Pratt's Run For LA Mayor Will Reportedly Be Part Of A Reality Show: Spencer Pratt is all about transparency...so much so, reports say that cameras are set to start filming his run for Mayor of Los Angeles. The former reality star has reportedly made a deal with Los Angeles production company Boardwalk Pictures to roll cameras during his campaign. The production team is about to begin filming with Spencer, his wife Heidi Montag, and their kids throughout his political journey. Sources tell "TMZ" that, if Pratt actually goes on to win the election, filming would not stop; the contract specifically provides that the show would go on.

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Lucas Bravo, Mary Beth Barone Reportedly Seen "Making Out" At Cannes: Lucas Bravo may be off the market. The "Emily In Paris" star was reportedly spotted at Cannes, engaging in some significant PDA with actor/comedian Mary Beth Barone. The two first sparked dating rumors when they both attended a New York Knicks game in March. At the film festival, an eyewitness reportedly caught them "making out" at an after-party, calling them "quite the unexpected pair."

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Dylan Sprouse To Be A Dad: Wanna feel old? Dylan Sprouse, co-star of Disney's "The Suite Life of Zach & Cody," is about to be a dad! Of course, Sprouse has long since moved on from the early 2000s hit kid's series, and his Instagram post with wife Barbara Palvin should drive that point home. The pair are seen in a carousel of pictures, with Palvin sporting a significant baby bump in one picture, and a sonogram in another. The couple married in July 2023; this will be their first child.

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Tove Lo Announces New Album "Estrus" - Tove Lo has announced her sixth album, “Estrus,” set to drop September 18th. Ahead of the project’s release, she’s put out the new single “I’m Your Girl Right?” The album was created with longtime collaborators including Ludvig Söderberg and features a guest appearance from Stromae. In a statement, Tove said the album draws from personal memories of “growing up, being depressed, struggling with my eating disorder, going through breakups, family drama, loss, everything” while spending summers in a Swedish fishing village. She described “Estrus” as “primal,” adding that it reflects “my mind and my body wanting different things, wanting everything.”

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Cardi B Explains Recent Stefon Diggs Fight Caught On Camera - Cardi B has addressed getting caught on camera in a heated argument with Stefon Diggs. It turns out...she was hangry. Taking to X, the rapper joked “y’all ain’t never cuss your babydad out when you hungry?” It sounds like she was surprised by the reactions online to her fight, also joking “sometimes I forget I’m a celebrity.” The video showed her yelling outside a coffee shop in Maryland while Diggs remained calm. This all comes in the wake of Cardi and Diggs breaking up and seemingly getting back together after the couple reportedly dealt with trust issues.

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Dua Lipa Announces "Dua Lipa (Live From Mexico)" Concert Film and Live Album - Dua Lipa has announced “Dua Lipa (Live From Mexico),” a live album and concert film recorded during three shows at Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City. The concert film premieres May 21st on her YouTube channel, while the live album arrives on streaming services May 22nd. If you’re looking for something a bit more tangible, you’re in luck, with physical editions of the album shipping June 5th. In a trailer for the concert film, Lipa calls the trek “the most beautiful and fulfilling experience of my career so far.” Ahead of the full release, Lipa has released the live version of her song “End of an Era."

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Taylor Swift Reportedly Sending Wedding Invites via Phone Calls - Taylor Swift is going the extra mile to keep the details of her wedding to Travis Kelce secret. The pop star is said to be calling her friends herself to ask them to come, instead of sending out the more traditional save-the-dates. Sources claim to “TMZ” that the singer is making many of the calls herself, with her team also pitching in to call some guests. People lucky enough to be invited to the wedding have apparently only been told it will happen this summer at some point so they should keep their schedules flexible. Guests reportedly haven’t even been told where it will take place.

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Doja Cat Wants To Take Three Year Break - Doja Cat revealed in a new interview with “Elle” that she’s considering stepping away from music for “three years” after years of nonstop work. The artist said she makes sure to carve out downtime for hobbies like painting while maintaining a packed schedule, adding, “I demand time from my team…They’ve helped me to find pockets between the really busy moments.” While touring behind her album “Vie,” the rapper said she’s also focused on personal projects at home, including the upper level of her house, joking that part of her house has been empty for “four years or five.”

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Benny Blanco Says Selena Gomes Has The "Diet Of A Five Year Old" - Selena Gomez looks good, let's mention that first. That said, her husband Benny Blanco has revealed something that will tick most of us off: she has the "diet of a five year old." He made the revelation during a recording of Gwyneth Paltrow's “Goop” podcast earlier this week. "This morning I walked in and she was eating Jack in the Box at 6:45 in the morning,” Blanco told Paltrow, adding that Gomez’s two favorites are "burgers and fries." Paltrow, shocked, replied, "This is not Goop approved!" Blanco assured Paltrow that Gomez "eats the s*** out of" the Goop Kitchen options, but added that his wife mainly prefers "whatever is bad for your diet." The Blanco episode of the podcast should be released in the next few months.

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Library Of Congress Announces 2026 Additions To The National Recording Registry - The Library of Congress announced this year’s additions to the National Recording Registry yesterday, and along with famous and obscure classic songs, a few more contemporary acts were also afforded the honor. The Librarian of Congress, with advice from the National Recording Preservation Board, selects 25 titles for the Registry each year that are "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant" and are at least 10 years old. Along with legends like The Byrds and Ray Charles, current hitmakers like Weezer, Taylor Swift and Beyoncé were also recognized. Songs and albums honored this year are:

    “Cocktails for Two” – Spike Jones and His City Slickers (1944) (single)

    “Mambo No. 5” – Pérez Prado and His Orchestra (1950) (single)

    “Teardrops from My Eyes” – Ruth Brown (1950) (single)

    “Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words)” – Kaye Ballard (1954) (single)

    “Put Your Head on My Shoulder” – Paul Anka (1959) (single)

    The Blues and the Abstract Truth – Oliver Nelson (1961) (album)

    Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music – Ray Charles (1962) (album)

    “Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season)” – The Byrds (1965) (single)

    “Amen, Brother” – The Winstons (1969) (single)

    “Feliz Navidad” – José Feliciano (1970) (single)

    “The Fight of the Century: Ali vs. Frazier” (March 8, 1971) (broadcast)

    “Midnight Train to Georgia” – Gladys Knight and the Pips (1973) (single)

    "Chicago" original cast album (1975) (album)

    “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” – The Charlie Daniels Band (1979) (single)

    Beauty and the Beat – The Go-Go’s (1981) (album)

    Texas Flood – Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble (1983) (album)

    “I Feel for You” – Chaka Khan (1984) (single)

    “Your Love” – Jamie Principle (1986)/Jamie Principle/Frankie Knuckles (1987) (singles)

    Rumor Has It – Reba McEntire (1990) (album)

    The Wheel – Rosanne Cash (1993) (album)

    "Doom" soundtrack – Bobby Prince, composer (1993)

    “Go Rest High on That Mountain” – Vince Gill (1994) (single)

    Weezer (The Blue Album) – Weezer (1994) (album)

    “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” – Beyoncé (2008) (single)

    1989 – Taylor Swift (2014) (album)

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"Friday" Getting 30th Anniversary Live Show - Ice Cube and Mike Epps are celebrating the 30th anniversary of “Friday” with a one-night event, “Everyday’s Friday: Lyrics, Lougin’ and Laughing,” on July 17th at the Long Beach Amphitheater in California. The show will feature comedians, plus musical guests Warren G and Scarface, along with a fan costume contest offering up to $2-thousand in prizes. In a statement, Cube called the event “special,” saying it marks “the beginning of the next chapter” for the franchise. Epps added that hearing from fans over the last three decades about how much they love the movies has been “incredible.” The celebration comes as they continue teasing a possible fourth film. Tickets go on sale for the special event on Friday.

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Life Imitates Art As "Ted Lasso" Star Cristo Fernandez Signs With Pro Football Club - El Paso, Texas will soon have thousands of soccer fans shouting "Futbol is life!" "Ted Lasso" fans will recognize that slogan as the mantra of AFC Richmond forward Dani Rojas, a super-talented, super-positive member of the show's AFC Richmond. The actor who plays him, Cristo Fernandez, played the role so well, he's been signed by El Paso's professional soccer team, the USL Championship team El Paso Locomotive. Fernandez had pro soccer dreams as a teen, but a knee injury when he was 15 put them on pause. After a two month trial period with the Locomotive, Fernandez proved he's still got game, and was signed by the club.  In a statement, the actor/athlete said, "Football has always been a huge part of my life and identity, and no matter where life has taken me, the dream of competing professionally never truly left my heart,” said Fernández. “I’m incredibly grateful to El Paso Locomotive FC – the club, coaches, staff, and especially my teammates – for opening the doors and giving me the opportunity to compete from day one." The El Paso Locomotive's next game is May 27th vs. AV Alta FC.

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Will Ferrell's Golf Comedy "The Hawk" Drops Trailer And July Release Date - Will Ferrell is teeing up his first comedy series ever with the trailer for “The Hawk.” Premiering on July 16th, the series follows Hawkins, a former top golfer chasing one final major win despite pressure from his ex-wife and his rising-star son. In the fresh teaser, Ferrell reflects on his approach to the game, saying, “In golf, there is a saying: play it as it lies,” while noting “we cannot know what the universe holds in store for us.” “The Hawk” rounds out its star studded cast with Molly Shannon, Jimmy Tatro, Fortune Feimster, Luke Wilson, Chris Parnell, Katelyn Tarver, and David Hornsby.

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"Bridgerton" Season 5 Is Coming Next Year - “Bridgerton” is straying from their usual two-year release pattern, with Netflix confirming the next installment is coming next year. The upcoming season continues the adaptation of Julia Quinn’s novels, with season five shifting focus to a new romance plot with Francesca Bridgerton, played by Hannah Dodd. Production on the eight-episode season is already underway in the UK. According to the official logline, “Two years after losing her beloved husband John, Fran decides to reenter the marriage mart for practical reasons. But when John’s cousin Michaela (Masali Baduza) returns to London to tend to the Kilmartin estate, Fran’s complicated feelings will have her questioning whether to stick to her pragmatic intentions or pursue her inner passions.”

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Netflix To End "The Lincoln Lawyer" After Season 5 - The hit Netflix series "The Lincoln Lawyer" is coming to an end. The streamer has announced that the upcoming fifth season will be its last. The 10-episode season is inspired by the seventh book in "The Lincoln Lawyer" book series, “Resurrection Walk,” by Michael Connelly. The series has had a very successful run, appearing on the Netflix Global Top 10 charts for 29 weeks across its four seasons and garnering 171-million views since 2023.

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"Margot's Got Money Troubles" Renewed For Second Season - Apple TV has announced it's bringing back "Margo's Got Money Troubles" for a second season. Based on Rufi Thorpe’s best-selling novel, the series follows Margo (Elle Fanning), who resorts to OnlyFans work to support herself and her newborn baby after dropping out of college. With the help of her roommate Susie (Thaddea Graham) and her former professional wrestler father Jinx (Nick Offerman), Margo leans into an alien persona to create content for TikTok and OnlyFans. The series also features Michelle Pfeiffer, Greg Kinnear, Marcia Gay Harden and Nicole Kidman.

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"The Secret World Of Alex Mack" Cast To Reunite For First Time At "90s Con" - "The Secret World of Alex Mack" was a big part of the childhoods of 90s kids. The Nickelodeon series aired its final episode in January, 1998, and in the almost 30 years since then, the cast has never had any sort of reunion. That streak will be broken this fall, when Hartford, Connecticut plays host to "90s Con." Series star Larisa Oleynik, along with costars Meredith Bishop, Darris Love, and Natanya Ross are all slated to attend. In a statement, Oleynik said, "To get to reunite and reminisce with the cast of 'Alex Mack' is such a gift. We hope the fans are as excited to share with us as we are with them! I'm very much looking forward to celebrating my favorite decade with some of my favorite people." "90s Con" runs from October 16-19 at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford. tickets can be purchased through the event's official website.

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"Have I Got News For You" Gets Season Five Renewal - “Have I Got News For You” has been renewed for a fifth season at CNN. Roy Wood Jr., Amber Ruffin, and Michael Ian Black are set to return as hosts. The trio joked in a joint statement, “We’re thrilled to return for season five and continue covering the nation’s most important stories, most of which still sound made up.” Season five premieres on September 12th in CNN, with episodes also streaming on HBO Max.

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Hayden Panettiere Shares Her Mom Went Cold After Being Let Go As Her Manager - Hayden Panettiere opened up during her “On Purpose with Jay Shetty” appearance this week, reflecting on her strained relationship with her mother and former manager, Lesley Vogel. She revealed that when she was 19-years-old she told her mom that she no longer wanted to work together.  Vogel allegedly responded with the just three words: “You owe me.” The “Heroes” actress said she later realized her mother wanted “money” and was hurt that their relationship seemed to fade once the business side ended. Hayden also claimed she spent years “desperately” seeking her mother’s approval and feared being “in trouble” if she didn’t perform well enough.  “Once the business aspect was removed, I was hoping that there [would] be no reason for her to be anything other than my than my mom. And the fact that it seemed like she didn’t want to…didn’t care to…have a relationship with me was a tough pill to swallow,” she shares.

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Sydney Sweeney And Scooter Braun Share Pics From PDA-Filled Australian Vacay - Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun offered fans a glimpse into their romance with a series of loved up snaps from their recent Australian getaway. In her Instagram Stories, Sweeney shared a montage set to “Who You Share It With” by Layup and Katelyn Tarver that captured the couple kissing on a quiet beach, dancing together, and holding hands during a helicopter ride over the coast.  The video also showed the pair diving into clear blue waters, strolling barefoot at sunset, and enjoying intimate moments that highlighted their growing relationship. Additional footage featured the two in matching hoodies on Hamilton Island, where they were seen petting a koala and laughing together indoors.  Sweeney captioned the clips simply with a heart emoji while Braun reposted the same moments to his Story. The couple went public with their relationship in April after meeting last year at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s wedding. Syd and Scooter most recently turned heads at the Stagecoach festival last month with clips of the actress on the businessman’s shoulders circulating the internet.

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Travis Kelce And Colin Jost Bond Over Being The "Less Famous" Person In Their Relationships - Travis Kelce and Colin Jost are bonding over their shared experience of dating extremely famous partners, joking about being the “less famous” half of their relationships. During the new episode of the “New Heights” podcast, Kelce, who got engaged to Taylor Swift last year, asked Jost, “As two guys who are also of the plus one fraternity and have the same experience, how nice is it to be the less famous person in your relationship?”  Jost, who married Scarlett Johansson in 2020, admitted it’s a “huge relief,” while also pointing out the humorous side of star power imbalance in everyday life. He explained, “It's really funny because I think I'm probably almost approached more because she's less approachable.”  The “Saturday Night Live” star added, “Because I'm on TV… people are just like, I'm in their living room… She's actually like, so famous that they don't believe it a lot of times.” Colin and Travis agreed they “can commiserate” with each other and Kelce said, “Shout out to the plus ones out there!”

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Margaret Cho Claims She Turned Down "Heated Rivalry" Over Politics: Comedian Margaret Cho had a prime role offered to her, but turned it down over concerns brought about by the political climate. On the "I Never Liked You" podcast, she revealed that she walked away from a chance to appear on the super-hot series "Heated Rivalry." Last year, I got a pilot script for a show that I really loved, but it shot in Canada, and I was so scared because I’m so vocal about hating ICE and hating this administration," Cho said. "I was like, I will get detained at the border and I will be put in ICE detention if I go." Since the series has blown up, Cho says she's been in contact with the show's creators, hoping to be a part of Season 2 which is scheduled to begin filming this summer.

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Gypsy Rose Blanchard Donates To Woman James Charles Blasted On TikTok: After influencer James Charles dragged a former Spirit Airlines employee who had lost her job, thousands have come to the woman's rescue. James made an angry, since-deleted TikTok video claiming that a woman who lost her job when Spirit Airlines went belly-up reached out in his DMs with a link to her GoFundMe, calling her "lazy" for asking for money. He has since uploaded an apology video, but enough people saw the deleted video that the GoFundMe blew up. One donator: Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who weighed in with $500. Also donating, Charles himself, who sent $5000. As of last night, the GoFundMe had raised over $26-thousand towards a goal of $35-thousand.

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Another Person Charged In Matthew Perry's Death Gets Jail Time: Yet another person charged in the death of Matthew Perry has learned their fate. Erik Fleming, a TV director and former acquaintance of Perry, was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine and one count of distribution of ketamine resulting in death. The actor died at the age of 54 after an accidental drug overdose on October 28, 2023. Fleming follows Jasveen "The Ketamine Queen" Sangha (15 years) and Dr. Salvador Plascencia (2.5 years) as the third to receive jail time over Perry's death.

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"RHOBH" Star Diana Jenkins Ready To Sue Over Hayden Panettiere Allegations: "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Diana Jenkins is having none of it. After Hayden Panettiere alleged that a trusted older female friend of hers took her to a room and physically put her in bed with a "very famous" man who was "undressed," the Internet went to work, attempting to sleuth out who the man and the woman were...with many mentioning Jenkins, though Panettiere never named names. Jenkins is ready to take on any accusations head on. Her rep told "TMZ," "Diana has had to deal with false online rumors before, and sadly this is just another example of that. So let me be 100-percent clear about this: It most certainly is not Diana, and anyone who claims it is her will be sued."

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Actor Matthew Rhys' Pet Peeve Is One We Can All Relate To: Actor Matthew Rhys cannot stand one certain type of behavior by people, and it's a complaint we can all relate to. In an interview with the "Wall Street Journal," Rhys was asked about any pet peeves he may have. "What is driving me bananas these days are people who watch things on their phones without headphones," Rhys said. "I’m turning into my dad, but I feel like I have to start saying to people, 'Excuse me, do you have headphones?' Because if we’re not schooling people, it’s going to become more rampant than it already is, and it is out of control."

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Keith Lee Launches New Tubi Series Focused On Family And Food: TikTok food critic Keith Lee is putting family at the center of his latest project with a new Tubi series, “All In The Familee,” which follows the buildup to his upcoming Familee Day Food Festival in New Orleans. The creator, who first gained attention reviewing takeout meals from his car while balancing MMA training and DoorDash gigs, says his mission has always been to spotlight small and underrepresented local restaurants that can be transformed by a single viral post. The series gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at the hectic process of building the festival, which will feature food vendors, live performances, and restaurants discovered during his nationwide food tours. Even with millions of followers and major success online, Lee says he still prefers keeping the focus on family and the small businesses he supports rather than himself.

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Giuliana Rancic Shares Thoughts On Influencers Doing Red Carpet Interviews: Former E! red carpet staple Giuliana Rancic says she’s not bothered by influencers taking over celebrity interviews on the red carpet, arguing that personality and genuine connection matter more than traditional journalism credentials. While she acknowledges that good red carpet reporting still takes preparation and industry knowledge, she also believes some of the best interviews happen when hosts stay flexible and react naturally in the moment. Giuliana and her husband Bill Rancic are now bringing that same curiosity to their new podcast, where they “dive into some of the Internet’s most searched and often unspoken questions.”

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Shawn Mendes Suffers Hand Injury - Shawn Mendes appears to have recently suffered a nasty hand injury, with photos showing his left hand wrapped in a towel that sure looks like it’s soaked with blood. The singer seemingly hurt both his thumb and middle finger. It’s still unclear what caused the accident. For now, fans are hoping the injury isn’t serious enough to keep him from performing.

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Charli XCX Reacts To "Rock Music" Reactors - Charli XCX is embracing the heated reactions to her new song “Rock Music,” saying in a post to her alt Insta, b.sides, that she won’t explain the meaning behind it and prefers art that can be “funny, earnest, sincere, and joyful all at the same time.” She compared the backlash to the early days of PC Music and the response to her 2016 “Vroom Vroom” EP, noting that people once thought the label was mocking pop music. Charli admitted she’ll “probably regret” sharing her thoughts online but said she still enjoys seeing people debate music and art.

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Karol G To Receive the International Artist Award of Excellence At American Music Awards - Karol G will receive the International Artist Award of Excellence and perform at the 52nd American Music Awards, becoming the first artist since Whitney Houston in 2009 to earn the honor. Producers for the show praised the Colombian superstar in a statement, saying she has “redefined what it means to be a global artist” and helped take Latin music “to unprecedented heights.” The singer recently became the first Latina artist to headline Coachella and sold 2-million tickets in four days for her upcoming "Tropitour" stadium run. Her album “Tropicoqueta” debuted at number one on the Top Latin Albums chart, while “Mañana Será Bonito” made history as the first Spanish-language album by a woman to debut atop the Billboard 200. The 2026 AMAs, hosted by Queen Latifah, will air live May 25th on CBS and Paramount+.

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Nicole Scherzinger Is "Disappointed" About Cancelling Pussycat Dolls Tour - Nicole Scherzinger is reportedly “disappointed” after the Pussycat Dolls canceled most of the U.S. dates on their reunion tour due to low ticket sales. A source claimed to “US Weekly” that the group was “too ambitious” by booking large arenas like Madison Square Garden after more than 15 years away and releasing only one new song, “Club Song.” “She was really excited to get back out there with Ashley [Roberts] and Kimberly [Wyatt] to celebrate a new era, but now she feels they didn’t get a chance to showcase what they can do,” the source adds. Despite the setback, Scherzinger is said to be staying positive and focusing on the group’s upcoming European run, which she’s “beyond excited about.”

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Katseye Announces "Wildworld" Tour - Katseye has announced their “Wildworld” tour, which will hit North America, the U.K., and Europe this fall in support of their upcoming EP, "Wild," which drops August 14th. The tour kicks off on September 1st in Dublin before heading to cities including London, Paris, Miami, New York, Los Angeles and more, wrapping up in Mexico City on November 27th. Presales begin this coming Wednesday through Weverse and Katseye.World, with general ticket sales opening next Thursday, May 21st. Check out the first ten North America tour dates below, and more info at Katseye’s website here.

    November 3 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena

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FKA Twigs Countersued By The Band Twigs - Less than two months after FKA Twigs sued indie duo Twigs over trademark disputes tied to their somewhat similar names, the band have countersued for trademark infringement. FKA Twig’s original lawsuit claimed the duo had known about her use of “FKA Twigs” since 2013 and later tried to “weaponize” trademark claims by sending cease-and-desist letters and allegedly demanding a seven-figure payout. In their new filing, the band argues the singer began dropping the “FKA” after releasing “Magdalene” in 2019, which they say blurred public association between the two acts. The band alleges the singer “intentionally used her celebrity and resulting power with the media” to strengthen her claim to “Twigs” while damaging their goodwill. They are now seeking an injunction to stop her from using “FKA Twigs” along with unspecified financial damages.

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Bumble Redesign Targets Gen Z Users - Dating app Bumble is planning a major overhaul as founder Whitney Wolfe Herd says Gen Z has grown exhausted with swipe-based online dating. The app is introducing a new AI assistant called Bee to help users improve profiles and make more meaningful connections, while moving away from some of Bumble’s signature features, including traditional swiping and its women-message-first setup. Instead, the company wants to focus on creating safer, more intentional interactions that encourage people to actually meet offline, including potential group dates and expanded friendship-focused tools like Bumble BFF. The shift comes as more users across social media and dating apps look for less spammy, more authentic online experiences.

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BookTok Romantasy Favorite “Fourth Wing” Is Heading To Prime Video - The bestselling fantasy novel “Fourth Wing” is officially bound for Prime Video after Amazon MGM Studios ordered a series adaptation of the wildly popular romantasy phenomenon that exploded on BookTok. The story follows Violet Sorrengail as she’s pushed into the dangerous world of dragon riders at Basgiath War College, launching the bestselling Empyrean series that also includes “Iron Flame” and “Onyx Storm.” The adaptation has a stacked creative team behind it, including showrunner Meredith Averill, executive producer Michael B. Jordan, and author Rebecca Yarros herself. There’s no release date yet, but fans now officially have a TV version of the dragon-filled fantasy romance to obsess over.

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Kylie Kelce Delivers Perfect 5-Word Acceptance Speech For Webby Podcast Of The Year Award - Kylie Kelce kept things short and memorable while accepting Podcast of the Year at the 2026 Webby Awards, delivering the perfect five-word speech: “Women supporting women. Go Birds!” She was following the notorious five-word acceptance speech rule the awards show is famous for. Her podcast “Not Gonna Lie” has exploded in popularity since launching in 2024 thanks to her funny and unfiltered takes on football, parenting, and internet culture, along with appearances from celebrity guests and husband Jason Kelce. Kylie also recently shared her brutally honest Mother’s Day wish list, which included sleep, silence, and some uninterrupted alone time, while making it very clear that random lotion gifts are officially unwelcome.

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