Entertainment

By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — Actor James B. Sikking, best known for roles in the TV shows “Hill Street Blues” and “Doogie Howser, M.D.” has died at the age of 90. Sikking died of complications from dementia, according to a statement from his publicist, Cynthia Snyder, sent to Variety magazine on Sunday. “Hill Street

By Brian Lowry, CNN (CNN) — Editor’s Note: This story discusses plot points from “House of the Dragon” Season 2, episode 5. While both sides absorb the fallout from the battle of Rook’s Rest in episode 4, one message comes through loud and clear in “House of the Dragon’s” latest chapter: the women in this

CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — The assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump fits into a larger history of political violence in America. A long list of presidents have been shot or shot at, but Trump’s wounding underscores the ever-present threat that hangs over the office — especially for those who claim it.

By Lisa Respers France and Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Shannen Doherty, an actress who starred on the popular series “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Charmed” and documented her nine-year battle with breast cancer, has died, according to her longtime publicist. She was 53. “It is with a heavy heart that I confirm the passing of

By Ray Sanchez, CNN (CNN) — The dramatic dismissal of the involuntary manslaughter case against actor Alec Baldwin over withheld evidence could mean the release of convicted “Rust” movie armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed from a New Mexico state prison, legal experts say. Hannah Gutierrez Reed was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to 18 months in

CNN By Dan Heching and Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — Richard Simmons, the perennial 1980s workout personality who was defined by his uplifting spirit, has died, according to his longtime publicist Tom Estey. Estey said Simmons died early on Saturday morning. He had celebrated his 76th birthday the day before. “We lost an Angel today

By Dan Heching and Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — Richard Simmons, the perennial 1980s workout personality who was defined by his uplifting spirit, has died, according to his longtime publicist Tom Estey. Estey said Simmons died early on Saturday morning. He had celebrated his 76th birthday the day before. “We lost an Angel today –

Essay by Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — In all of the coverage remembering late actress Shelley Duvall, who died this week at the age of 75, great attention has been paid to her prolonged absence from the spotlight after breakout hits in ’70s and early ‘80s cinema. Most notably, she will be forever linked to

By Harmeet Kaur, CNN (CNN) — When Billy Joel released his fifth studio album, “The Stranger,” in 1977, the song “Vienna” flew mostly under the radar. It wasn’t one of the four singles released in North America, merely a B-side to the hit “Just the Way You Are.” As the album catapulted Joel to critical

Review by Brian Lowry, CNN (CNN) — “Faye,” a documentary memoir of Faye Dunaway, begins with the “Chinatown” star barking orders at her interviewer, saying, “We need to shoot. I’m here now, come on.” It’s a perfect introduction to an actor who has worn the dreaded “D” word – “difficult” or “diva,” take your pick

By Josh Campbell, Eric Levenson, Ashley R. Williams and Rebekah Riess, CNN (CNN) — Two days after Alec Baldwin’s involuntary manslaughter trial began and nearly three years after the fatal “Rust” movie set shooting that led to the charge against him, a New Mexico judge said eight words that left the actor visibly emotional –

CNN By Josh Campbell, Eric Levenson and Ashley R. Williams, CNN (CNN) — Two days after Alec Baldwin’s involuntary manslaughter trial began and nearly three years after the fatal “Rust” movie set shooting that led to the charge against him, a New Mexico judge said eight words that left the actor visibly emotional – and

By Dan Heching and Sarah Moon, CNN (CNN) — Nicolas Cage’s son Weston Cage has turned himself in to police in Los Angeles after an incident that took place earlier this year. According to a statement from the Los Angeles Police Department, the younger Cage “voluntarily surrendered himself” to authorities on Wednesday, following an incident

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — “Euphoria” is going back into production. Fans of the HBO drama have been eagerly awaiting the third season of the series created, written, directed and executive produced by Sam Levinson, starring Emmy winner Zendaya. The show will reportedly start filming in January. “I am thrilled that we are

By Josh Campbell, Cheri Mossburg and Eric Levenson, CNN (CNN) — The involuntary manslaughter case against actor Alec Baldwin was dismissed in dramatic fashion on Friday after the judge overseeing the case ruled prosecutors did not properly turn over evidence to the defense. Baldwin’s attorneys had filed a motion to dismiss the case, arguing state