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Woman says Weinstein yelled, ‘You owe me!’ before raping her
NEW YORK — A key accuser in Harvey Weinstein’s trial testified Friday that he raped her twice, once bellowing, “You owe me!” as he dragged her into a bedroom. The first time, the heavyset Hollywood tycoon trapped her in a New York hotel room in March 2013, angrily ordered her...
Salma Hayek apologizes for praising controversial new novel
NEW YORK — Salma Hayek is apologizing for promoting a controversial new novel, Jeanine Cummins’ “American Dirt,” without actually reading it. “American Dirt,” published Tuesday, tells the story of a Mexican woman and her 8-year-old son fleeing to the U.S. border after numerous family members are murdered in drug cartel-related...
‘The Bachelorette’ contestant Tyler G. dead at 29Video
Former “The Bachelorette” contestant Tyler Gwozdz, who appeared on season 15 of the series has died. He was 29. Gwozdz competed on the show when Hannah Brown was The Bachelorette. According to TMZ, Gwozdz died Wednesday. Boca Raton police said emergency responders rushed Gwozdz from a home to a hospital...
Monty Python star Terry Jones dies at 77
LONDON — Terry Jones, a founding member of the anarchic Monty Python troupe who was hailed by colleagues as “the complete Renaissance comedian” and “a man of endless enthusiasms,” has died at age 77 after suffering from dementia. Jones’s family said he died Tuesday evening at his home in London...
Prince wrongful death case dismissed; estate case continues
MINNEAPOLIS — A wrongful death lawsuit filed by Prince’s family members has been quietly dismissed in recent months, suggesting family members have reached settlements with defendants including the Minnesota doctor who saw Prince in the weeks before his death and the Illinois hospital that treated him for an opioid overdose...
Jason Momoa visits patients at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
Jason Momoa, in Pittsburgh to film the Netflix movie “Sweet Girl,” stopped by to visit with patients and their families at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh on Monday morning, according to the hospital, which posted photos to social media. Thanks to actor Jason Momoa, for stopping by this morning to...
Winfrey details her decision to withdraw from Simmons film
NEW YORK — Oprah Winfrey said Friday that Russell Simmons attempted to pressure her about her involvement with a documentary in which several women detail sexual abuse allegations against the rap mogul, but his efforts were not what prompted her to leave the project. “He did reach out multiple times...
The Rock honors late father Rocky Johnson with Instagram tribute
The Rock posted an emotional tribute to his late father Friday. Dwayne Johnson took to Instagram to honor Rocky Johnson, who died Wednesday. He posted a clip of Rocky Johnson in the then-WWF wrestling with Dwayne Johnson watching from the crowd. Dwayne Johnson wrote a lengthy caption to accompany the...
Producer Ryan Murphy is getting LGBTQ award from GLAAD
Prolific TV producer Ryan Murphy will be honored by GLAAD this year for making “a significant difference in accelerating LGBTQ acceptance.” The media watchdog announced Thursday that “The Politician” director will be this year’s recipient of its prestigious Vito Russo Award when the 31st GLAAD Media Awards take place in...
Demi Lovato to sing national anthem at Super Bowl
NEW YORK — Grammy-nominated pop singer Demi Lovato will perform the national anthem at the Super Bowl. NFL and Fox on Thursday announced the performance, which will take place ahead of the big game on Feb. 2 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Jennifer Lopez and Shakira will headline the...
Wrestler Rocky Johnson, Dwayne Johnson’s father, dead at 75
Rocky “Soulman” Johnson, a WWE Hall of Fame wrestler who became better known as the father of actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, has died. He was 75. WWE issued a statement on Johnson’s death Wednesday night. Johnson and Tony Atlas became the first black world tag team champions in WWE...
Bruce Springsteen attends son’s swearing-in as N.J. firefighter
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Bruce Springsteen’s son was sworn in Tuesday as a firefighter with the Jersey City Fire Department, along with 15 others. Sam Springsteen was joined by his famous father and mother, Patti Scialfa, at City Hall along with Mayor Steven Fulop and other city officials. The Boss...
Queen agrees to let Harry, Meghan move part-time to Canada
SANDRINGHAM, England — Queen Elizabeth II agreed Monday to grant Prince Harry and and his wife Meghan their wish for a more independent life, allowing them to move part-time to Canada while remaining firmly in the House of Windsor. The British monarch said in a statement that the summit of...
William, Harry issue statement amid UK royal family rift
Princes William and Harry slammed a newspaper report Monday describing a severe strain in their relationship, calling the story offensive and potentially harmful as they embark on talks regarding the future of the British monarchy. The two brothers issued the unusual statement even as Queen Elizabeth II was set to...
Queen prepares for royal family summit over Harry and Meghan
LONDON — Ensconced with aides at her royal retreat, Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II prepared Sunday for a crisis family meeting to work out a future for Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, after their dramatic decision to walk away from royal roles. Well-wishers cheered the monarch as she made her...
Rush drummer Neil Peart dies
Neil Peart, the legendary drummer of Rush, has died at age 67. The band tweeted a statemet Friday afternoon confirming Peart’s death. Neil Peart September 12, 1952 - January 7, 2020 pic.twitter.com/NivX2RhiB8— Rush (@rushtheband) January 10, 2020 Per the CBC, Peart died Tuesday in Santa Monica, Calif., after having been...
Leonardo DiCaprio’s Earth Alliance gives $3M to Australia fire relief
Leonardo DiCaprio’s Earth Alliance environmental organization will donate $3 million to help wildfire relief efforts in Australia. The foundation said Thursday that it has started the Australia Wildfire Fund to help with an “international response to the catastrophic bushfires” currently raging in the country. The wildfires have scorched an area...
Royal courtiers chart path for Prince Harry’s independence
Queen Elizabeth II has moved quickly to take control of the crisis surrounding the decision by Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, to distance themselves from the royal family, ordering royal courtiers to find a future role for the pair within days. Officials representing the most senior members...
Bill Cosby asks Pennsylvania high court to review conviction
Comedian Bill Cosby filed an appeal Thursday of a court decision last month that upheld his conviction for drugging and sexually assaulting a woman at his home. The latest appeal — filed with the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, which does not have to take the case — focuses on four key...
UK royals scramble to contain Harry, Meghan announcement
Britain’s royal family scrambled Thursday to contain the fallout from the surprise announcement by Prince Harry and Meghan that they plan “to step back” from royal duties, a shift that ignited media outrage and public unease in the U.K. The couple’s declaration that they planned to forge a “progressive” new...
Justin Bieber says he has Lyme disease
Grammy-winning pop star Justin Bieber says he is in the midst of a bout with Lyme disease. In an Instagram post on Wednesday, Bieber attempted to clarify rumors. “While a lot of people kept saying justin Bieber looks like (excrement), on meth etc. they failed to realize I’ve been recently...
Prince Harry and Meghan to ‘step back’ as senior UK royals
In a stunning declaration, Britain’s Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, said they are planning “to step back” as senior members of the royal family and “work to become financially independent.” A statement issued by the couple Wednesday evening also said they intend to “balance” their time between the U.K....
Pittsburgh rapper Mac Miller’s family announces release of new album
Mac Miller’s music will live on — and soon. The late Pittsburgh rapper’s family announced on his verified Instagram page that a new album entitled “Circles” will be released Jan. 17. The family says it is a companion album to “Swimming,” which was released in August 2018. View this post...
Celebs donate millions to help Australia wildfire efforts
LOS ANGELES — Elton John and Chris Hemsworth are among the celebrities donating big bucks for relief efforts as wildfires engulf Australia. Hemsworth, the Australian actor who plays Thor in the Marvel movie franchise, took to social media Monday to share that he will donate $1 million and asked his...
Antonio Brown, Logan Paul have Twitter exchange about potential fight
There could be a fight brewing between two of the internet’s favorite people. Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown tweeted at YouTube personality Logan Paul early Tuesday, telling him to “square up.” Paul clapped back strong at AB. i’d drop you faster than the patriots Logan Paul (@LoganPaul)...
