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Nipsey Hussle featured in DJ Khaled's new song

Fri, 17 May 2019 08:56:22 -0400

Nipsey Hussle is featured in DJ Khaled's new song. The rapper revealed the music video was recorded just days before Hussle's death.

'SNL": Paul Rudd plays Pete Buttigieg, raps about 'Grace & Frankie,' gets his ear licked

Sun, 19 May 2019 11:15:32 -0400

As host of the "Saturday Night Live" season finale, Paul Rudd raps about "Grace & Frankie," sings about flatulence and plays Pete Buttigieg.

On This Day: 17 May 1979

Fri, 17 May 2019 09:15:39 -0400

In 1978, after being stolen by graverobbers, the body of Charlie Chaplin was found in Switzerland. (May 17)

Netherlands singer Duncan Laurence wins Eurovision song contest in Tel Aviv

Sun, 19 May 2019 19:05:58 -0400

The Netherlands won the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest Saturday, with Duncan Laurence's piano ballad "Arcade" crowned champion of the music extravaganza.

'The Big Bang Theory' series finale recap: A long trip ends up in a comfy, familiar home

Sat, 18 May 2019 15:08:42 -0400

Spoiler alert: 'The Big Bang Theory' series finale offered surprises, but ultimtely celebrated the comfort and familiarity of longtime friends.

Madden flattered to be involved in Bond conversation

Fri, 17 May 2019 12:00:21 -0400

At the press conference for Elton John biopic "Rocketman" in Cannes, Scottish actor Richard Madden, who is being tipped as the next James Bond, says "it's flattering to be involved in that conversation." (May 17)

Jarmusch: 'Ecological crisis' isn't 'political issue'

Thu, 16 May 2019 15:31:19 -0400

Director Jim Jarmusch says he finds it "confusing and perplexing" when people say the ecological crisis is a political issue, while promoting his new movie "The Dead Don't Die" at the Cannes Film Festival. (May 15)

'John Wick 3' takes out 'Avengers: Endgame' with $57 million box-office debut

Sun, 19 May 2019 15:01:17 -0400

The third installment of Keanu Reeves' hyper-violent 'John Wick' franchise has won the box office's top spot, ending the reign of 'Avengers: Endgame.'

'Steel Magnolias' is 30! Go inside Julia Roberts' lavish, pink-drenched movie wedding

Sun, 19 May 2019 15:15:19 -0400

Before she became a "Runaway Bride," Julia Roberts had an over-the-top pink wedding in 1989's "Steel Magnolias." That was the beginning of the drama.

3 ways moms can embrace their postpartum beauty

Fri, 17 May 2019 06:12:37 -0400

Bryttany Hyde of Woodstock, Georgia, encourages moms to celebrate their bodies by turning the camera on themselves once in a while.

Revisit the 'Star Wars' prequel trilogy as 'Phantom Menace' turns 20

Sun, 19 May 2019 19:31:59 -0400

The 'Star Wars' prequels are celebrating their 20th anniversary! The prequel trilogy began when 'The Phantom Menace' hit theaters on May 19, 1999.

Julianne Moore: 'Women are not a special interest group'

Thu, 16 May 2019 15:25:53 -0400

Speaking at the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday, Julianne Moore said that for the movie industry to reach gender parity, it's necessary to implement quotas. (May 15)

Grumpy Cat turned the world with her frown

Fri, 17 May 2019 14:45:42 -0400

Grumpy Cat and her owner Tabatha Bundesen sat down with USA TODAY in 2014.

Passages 2019: Those we lost in entertainment

Sun, 19 May 2019 16:35:19 -0400

2019 stars we've lost in the entertainment industry this year

Cannes kicks off with a bang

Thu, 16 May 2019 15:32:26 -0400

Fashion Watch starts on the French Riviera as Selena Gomez, Elle Fanning, Eva Longoria and Julianne Moore kick off proceedings with old school glamour on the red carpet at the opening night of the Cannes Film Festival. (May 15)

Final contestants for Eurovision decided

Fri, 17 May 2019 06:05:42 -0400

The final contestants for the Eurovision Song Contest picked as the excitement grows for the big show in Tel Aviv. (May 17)

Gabrielle Crahan, daughter of Slipknot's Shawn 'Clown' Crahan, has died at 22

Sun, 19 May 2019 17:21:17 -0400

Slipknot percussionist Shawn "Clown" Crahan announced that his youngest daughter, Gabrielle, died Saturday. She was 22.

See the new network TV series for 2019-20

Thu, 16 May 2019 11:53:26 -0400

What could become your next favorite television show? Here are the networks' choices for the upcoming season.

More colleges are adopting pet-friendly policies

Sun, 19 May 2019 10:29:56 -0400

Colleges are increasingly allowing students to bring their cats and dogs to live with them on campus.

Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis steal the show at Duchess Kate’s garden

Sun, 19 May 2019 20:53:12 -0400

Duchess Kate designed a garden for the Chelsea Flower Show. But the best photos from the attraction are of George, 5, Charlotte, 4, and Louis, 1.

Delicious recipes for every occasion

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 17:19:12 -0400

From meals to appetizers and drinks, find the perfect recipes.

Emilia Clarke, Sophie Turner, Jacob Anderson bid farewell to 'Game of Thrones'

Sun, 19 May 2019 21:48:26 -0400

"The Mother of Dragons has taken up my whole heart," Emilia Clarke (aka Daenerys Targaryen) wrote on Instagram ahead of Sunday's final episode.

Day in celebrities

Sun, 19 May 2019 14:37:52 -0400

Look through the best celebrity moments from around the world, every day

'Guardians' director James Gunn calls 'Brightburn' a 'great help to me' after Disney firing

Sun, 19 May 2019 18:17:15 -0400

James Gunn's work on superhero horror film 'Brightburn' helped in navigating the ups, downs after Disney fired him from 'Guardians of the Galaxy.'

'SNL': Alec Baldwin's Trump sings Queen's 'Don't Stop Me Now' for the season's last cold open

Sun, 19 May 2019 11:00:29 -0400

On the "Saturday Night Live" finale, Alec Baldwin sings his version of Queen's "Don't Stop Me Now," with the help of family and White House advisers.

Find out the most popular boy baby names in your state

Sun, 19 May 2019 22:49:25 -0400

Here are the most popular boy baby names in each state.

Internet sensation Grumpy Cat dies at age 7

Fri, 17 May 2019 09:45:23 -0400

Grumpy Cat, whose sourpuss demeanor became an internet sensation, has died at age 7. The famous feline had millions of social media followers and her owners say she helped "people smile all around the world." (May 17)

Julia Roberts: A brief history of 'The Runaway Bride' and her weddings

Sun, 19 May 2019 15:15:36 -0400

There's a story behind that 'Runaway Bride' nickname. A brief history of Julia Roberts' weddings, onscreen ('Steel Magnolias) and off (Lyle Lovett).

'Beetlejuice’ stars reveal backstage secrets

Fri, 17 May 2019 06:48:31 -0400

“Beetlejuice: The Musical” stars Alex Brightman and Sophia Anne Caruso share behind-the-scenes secrets to their Broadway show. (May 17)

Gucci slammed for selling $790 turban

Fri, 17 May 2019 08:58:14 -0400

Critics are slamming Gucci for selling a turban as a fashion accessory and charging a premium for it.

Comedian Sammy Shore, father of Pauly and co-founder of the Comedy Store, dies at 92

Sun, 19 May 2019 11:46:51 -0400

Sammy Shore’s family says the actor and comedian died at his Las Vegas home surrounded by family. He was the father of Pauly Shore.

Awww! Duchess Meghan, Prince Harry share never-before-seen wedding photos on first anniversary

Sun, 19 May 2019 11:33:08 -0400

Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry are celebrating one year of marriage with some previously unseen pictures from their royal wedding last year.

Protests at Cannes Film Festival

Fri, 17 May 2019 07:11:51 -0400

Protestors take to the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival to protest the death of documentary filmmaker Mauricio Lezama. (May 17)

'Game of Thrones' finale: Who ended up on the Iron Throne?

Mon, 20 May 2019 02:00:16 -0400

Spoiler alert: The answer to one of the biggest 'Game of Thrones' questions - Who ended up on the Iron Throne? - was surprising and complicated.

'Saturday Night Live' finale takes digs at Trump

Sun, 19 May 2019 12:00:56 -0400

This week's episode of "Saturday Night Live" took some hard jabs at the Trump administration.

Find out the most popular girl baby names in your state

Sun, 19 May 2019 22:45:12 -0400

Here are the most popular girl baby names in each state.

'The Phantom Menace' turns 20: Why I love the ‘Star Wars’ prequels (and you should too)

Sun, 19 May 2019 20:01:49 -0400

The 'Star Wars' prequel trilogy isn't as bad as you may remember, and that's worth celebrating as 'The Phantom Menace' marks its 20th anniversary.

Elton and Taron duet in Cannes

Fri, 17 May 2019 07:44:31 -0400

Elton John and Bernie Taupin reflect on how emotional they felt watching biopic "Rocketman," as Elton and the film's star - Taron Egerton perform duet.

What we probably won't learn from the 'Game of Thrones' finale

Sun, 19 May 2019 15:04:30 -0400

From Qyburn's mad experiments to the fate of long forgotten characters like Meera Reed and Edmure Tully, we rounded up all the show's loose ends.

'The Bachelorette': Meet the contestants

Mon, 13 May 2019 22:00:40 -0400

Hannah Brown is the star of Season 23 of "The Bachelorette." Meet the 30 men competing to win her favor.

BTS embraces pop spectacle at MetLife Stadium with dazzling, camera-ready concert

Sun, 19 May 2019 13:38:17 -0400

The BTS “Love Yourself: Speak Yourself” tour show at MetLife Stadium was big on visuals, thanks to giant video screens, pyrotechnics and confetti.

Early 'Game of Thrones' fan reactions: Fire and fury go beyond King's Landing

Mon, 20 May 2019 00:41:48 -0400

Early fan reactions to the "Game of Thrones" series finale tended to be harsh and negative, but some applauded the visuals and a tender reunion.

Watch Thomas' messy first meeting with Gustavo

Thu, 16 May 2019 21:40:53 -0400

In the 23rd season launch, Thomas is in Brazil where he meets a big blue engine in the episode called, "The Other Big Engine.”

2019 Met Gala: Wild, over-the-top looks

Wed, 8 May 2019 12:35:05 -0400

The Met Gala, the annual fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, was Monday. This year's theme is "Camp: Notes on Fashion."

'American Idol': Southern heartthrob Laine Hardy pulls off stunning win over Alejandro Aranda

Sun, 19 May 2019 23:52:57 -0400

The rebooted "American Idol" ended its second season on ABC Sunday night, with Southern rocker Laine Hardy besting viral star Alejandro Aranda.

Scarlett Johansson and 'SNL' star Colin Jost are engaged!

Sun, 19 May 2019 21:28:37 -0400

Congrats are in order for Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost! The actress and the 'SNL' star made their debut as a couple at 'Avengers: Infinity War.'

Madonna sparks controversy at 'non-political' Eurovision with her flag display

Sun, 19 May 2019 14:11:48 -0400

Madonna got political during her anticipated performance at Eurovision, following calls to boycott the event over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

'Game of Thrones' and star Peter Dinklage are big wins for portrayal of little people

Sun, 19 May 2019 23:05:01 -0400

Little people have always been stereotyped in movies and TV. "Game of Thrones," and the character Tyrion, is a breakthrough

Ken Loach returns to Cannes

Fri, 17 May 2019 06:06:16 -0400

Two-time Palme D'or winner Ken Loach premieres his latest film "Sorry We Missed You" at the Cannes Film Festival. (May 17)

'SNL': DJ Khaled honors Nipsey Hussle, brings out John Legend, SZA, Lil Wayne and more

Sun, 19 May 2019 12:15:20 -0400

In the "Saturday Night Live" season finale, DJ Khaled wore Nipsey Hussle's face on his sweatshirt and was joined onstage by John Legend and Lil Wayne.

'Game of Thrones' series finale recap: A disaster ending that fans didn't deserve

Mon, 20 May 2019 02:01:09 -0400

Spoiler alert! "Game of Thrones" aired its final episode Sunday night on HBO and the series didn't end the way any fans might have expected.