Nintendo Switch 2 hits shelves and fans are scrambling to get one – CBS News Watch CBS News Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser joins “CBS Mornings Plus” as fans line up across the country to get their hands on the company’s first new console since the original Switch debuted in 2017. Be the first […]
Jessie J was diagnosed with “early breast cancer,” the U.K. pop singer said on social media on Wednesday. The 37-year-old artist, whose real name is Jessica Ellen Cornish, said she was diagnosed with breast cancer before her latest single “No Secrets” was released in April. She said she will undergo surgery following her performance at […]
Cynthia Erivo said her character Elphaba has evolved into a more powerful, self-aware version in the upcoming “Wicked” sequel, describing the green-skinned witch as “a little more knowing” ahead of hosting the 78th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night. “They are not in school anymore. They are in their power,” Erivo said. “I love this […]
Even if you’re not a regular “Family Guy” viewer, you’ve probably heard the show’s iconic theme song. The song is largely the creation of Seth MacFarlane, whose love of animation may only be rivaled by his love for big, jazzy tunes. In fact, he’s even got a semi-regular gig at the Vibrato Grill Jazz Club […]
Music is the star attraction at the 2025 Tribeca Festival, which opens Wednesday evening in New York City. The subject of numerous documentary and narrative films, music will also be a live feature at this particularly festive festival, with some artists performing mini-concerts in conjunction with film premieres. This year’s Tribeca, the 24th edition of […]
Jonathan Joss, who voiced the role of John Redcorn in the animated TV show “King of the Hill,” died Sunday after he was shot and killed at a home in San Antonio, Texas, police confirmed to CBS News. He was 55. San Antonio police officers were called to a report of a shooting in progress […]
Philadelphia’s mayor honored actor and producer Quinta Brunson with a key to the city Wednesday in a ceremony dedicating a separate mural at Brunson’s alma mater, which inspired her show Abbott Elementary. The producer, writer and comedian gazed at the shiny key handed to her by Mayor Cherelle Parker and quipped: “Wow! I want to ask […]
Devin Harjes, the actor who appeared in the TV shows “Boardwalk Empire” and “Manifest,” has died due to complications from a battle with cancer, his representative confirmed to CBS News on Sunday. He was 41. Harjes was diagnosed with cancer last winter, according to this rep, David Williams. He died Tuesday morning after being hospitalized […]
Seems that there is always a lot going on behind the walls of the White House where truth can often be stranger than fiction. But fiction can be pretty compelling, too. In the new novel “The First Gentleman” (to be published June 2 by Little, Brown & Co.), the commander in chief is a woman, […]
Fans turn out for estate sale at home of Tom Petty – CBS News Watch CBS News Hundreds of rock and roll fans turned out this weekend for an estate sale at the Malibu, California, home of the late Tom Petty, who died of an overdose in 2017. Be the first to know Get browser […]
Saturday Sessions: OK Go performs “A Stone Only Rolls Downhill” – CBS News Watch CBS News For 20 years, the band OK Go has been known for their elaborate music videos. Their latest video for “Love,” a mirror-themed masterpiece, was released last month, along with the band’s fifth studio album, “And The Adjacent Possible.” From […]
Loretta Swit, who played Maj. Margaret Houlihan on the TV series “M*A*S*H,” has died, a representative for her confirmed to CBS News. She was 87. Swit died at her home in New York City, her rep, B. Harlan Boll, said in a statement to CBS News on Friday. She was believed to have died of […]
Todd Chrisley made his first public remarks since he and his wife Julie were pardoned by President Donald Trump earlier this week. Todd and Julie Chrisley were best known for their 10-season USA Today reality show “Chrisley Knows Best.” They were in prison for charges that include bank fraud and tax evasion. Todd Chrisley, 57, had been […]
The 2025 Tony Awards, Broadway’s biggest night, will cap a season with the highest-grossing box office total in history. In addition, many of the performers nominated this year highlight a number of firsts in acting categories. Here’s a look at a few performers blazing new trails at the Tonys. Tony Award nominees making history Daniel […]
“Real Women Have Curves” brings new energy to Broadway with Justina Machado, Tatianna Córdoba – CBS News Watch CBS News Tony Award nominee Justina Machado and Broadway newcomer Tatianna Córdoba join “CBS Mornings Plus” to discuss “Real Women Have Curves,” a new musical based on the 2002 film. The show explores family, identity and chasing […]
Cassie Ventura on alleged Diddy abuse Sean “Diddy” Combs’ lawyers to question Cassie Ventura after emotional testimony 03:27 R&B singer Cassie Ventura, the ex-girlfriend of Sean “Diddy” Combs, gave birth to her third child two weeks after serving as a key witness for the prosecution in the hip-hop mogul’s sex trafficking trial. Deonte Nash, Combs’ […]
Emmy Award-winning “The White Lotus” creator Mike White is trading luxury resort drama for tribal council strategy, returning to CBS’s “Survivor” after his breakout second-place finish during season 37 launched him to Hollywood stardom. White headlines a cast of 24 returning players for the reality competition’s milestone 50th season, host Jeff Probst announced Wednesday on “CBS […]
Washington — President Trump said he would pardon reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, who are in prison for charges that include bank fraud and tax evasion, in an emotional call with their children on Tuesday. “Your parents are going to be free and clean. I hope we can do it by tomorrow,” Mr. […]
Tommy Dorfman opens up about identity, addiction and healing in powerful new memoir – CBS News Watch CBS News Actor Tommy Dorfman joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss “Maybe This Will Save Me,” a deeply personal memoir about growing up queer in the South, battling addiction and discovering one’s true self. Be the first to know […]
The 2025 American Music Awards, billed as the largest fan-voted awards show, honored some of the most popular artists in the industry on Monday in Las Vegas. Kendrick Lamar, a three-time AMA winner, earned the most nominations this year with 10, but only ended up taking home one award for favorite hip-hop song. Lamar was […]
What to expect from the summer movie season – CBS News Watch CBS News “Lilo & Stitch” and “Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning” kicked off the summer movie season with big numbers at the box office. Fandango’s managing editor Erik Davis joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the hits and what’s to come. Be the […]
Phil Robertson, who rose to fame as the patriarch of the Robertson family on the hit reality show “Duck Dynasty,” has died, his family announced. He was 79. “Thank you for the love and prayers of so many whose lives have been impacted by his life saved by grace, his bold faith, and by his […]
Novelist Anne Tyler was once described as a writer who likes to break America’s heart. “Oh, dear! Well, don’t you think life kind of breaks your heart?” she said. Stories about life breaking your heart, and how love can sometimes mend it, have made Tyler a Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist, and a best-selling author for six […]
French authorities believe arson may have played a role in a power outage Saturday in southeast France that threatened to jeopardize the Cannes Film Festival’s closing celebrations, including the much-anticipated Palme d’Or ceremony. Power was restored hours before the ceremony, around 3 p.m. local time, as music began blasting again from beachfront speakers. The end of […]
Indie pop band Lucius makes a return visit to Saturday Sessions, talks origin story – CBS News Watch CBS News Indie pop quartet Lucius makes a return visit to Saturday Sessions. The group, led by Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, recently released their fifth studio album. But before performing, Lucius reflected on their years together. […]
Billy Joel has canceled his upcoming tour, including all of his scheduled concerts up to early July 2026, after a recent health diagnosis. The iconic singer announced Friday he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, which has been exacerbated by recent performances, leading to problems with his hearing, vision and balance. “I’m sincerely sorry to disappoint our […]
The latest “Mission: Impossible” film includes an extravaganza of exotic locations, elaborate action sequences and is a cautionary tale about artificial intelligence. British actor Hannah Waddingham, known for her role on the hit show “Ted Lasso,” plays an admiral on a U.S. Navy ship in “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.“ Starring alongside Tom Cruise, Waddingham […]
Being green’s not easy, nor is the path to a diploma. Kermit the Frog, slated to speak at the University of Maryland’s commencement ceremony Thursday evening, joined “CBS Mornings” to preview his address with alum Gayle King. “I’m excited to finally get up there and start speaking, but until that happens, I’ll probably have some […]
Ronny Chieng honored by Gold House for redefining Asian representation in comedy – CBS News Watch CBS News As a 2025 Hall of Fame inductee, Ronny Chieng shares how growing up across continents, failing the New York bar exam and landing on “The Daily Show” shaped his rise and his voice. Be the first to […]
Hollywood spy techniques aren’t entirely fiction, according to former CIA chief of disguise Jonna Mendez. During an interview on “CBS Mornings” on Wednesday, Mendez said some of the high-tech espionage depicted in the Tom Cruise action series “Mission Impossible” using masks that allow characters to dramatically peel off realistic facial disguises has real-world parallels. “The […]
Former CIA chief of disguise breaks down the reality behind “Mission: Impossible” – CBS News Watch CBS News Jonna Mendez, former CIA chief of disguise, joins “CBS Mornings Plus” for Mission: Impossible Week to answer the question, how close is Hollywood to real-world espionage? Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, […]
George Wendt, the comedian and actor known for his beloved role as Norm on “Cheers,” has died, a family representative told CBS News. He was 76. Wendt, a Chicago native and the uncle of actor Jason Sudeikis, died peacefully in his sleep at home early Tuesday morning, according to his family. George Wendt, at right, […]
After two decades of hits, hairstyles and television appearances, Blake Shelton is back on top of the country music charts with “Texas,” the lead single from his 13th studio album “For Recreational Use Only.” The country music star, who stepped away from NBC’s “The Voice” after 23 seasons to focus on fishing and farming in […]
Henry Czerny describes himself as “the bread in the ‘Mission: Impossible’ sandwich,” present at the franchise’s beginnings in 1996 and now returning for what may be its conclusion. The Canadian actor reprises his role as CIA director Eugene Kittridge in “Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning,” a character he calls morally ambiguous by design. “If […]
Henry Czerny teases high-stakes return in “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” – CBS News Watch CBS News “Mission: Impossible” actor Henry Czerny talks about reprising his role as CIA director Eugene Kittridge and his on-screen tension with Tom Cruise’s Ethan Hunt. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, […]
Researchers say Harvard’s Magna Carta copy is one of seven originals – CBS News Watch CBS News British researchers have determined that what was believed to be a copy of the 1300 Magna Carta at Harvard’s law school collection isn’t a copy at all, but one of just seven originals known to exist. Be the […]
Saturday Sessions: Jensen McRae performs “Praying for Your Downfall” – CBS News Watch CBS News Raised in Santa Monica, California, Jensen McRae started playing piano at the age of 7, and later graduated from USC’s Thornton School of Music. Inspired by Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman, her 2022 debut earned critical acclaim, and her live […]
Saturday Sessions: Jensen McRae performs “Let Me Be Wrong” – CBS News Watch CBS News Raised in Santa Monica, California, Jensen McRae started playing piano at the age of 7, and later graduated from USC’s Thornton School of Music. Inspired by Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman, her 2022 debut earned critical acclaim, and her live […]
Saturday Sessions: Jensen McRae performs “I Don’t Do Drugs” – CBS News Watch CBS News Raised in Santa Monica, California, Jensen McRae started playing piano at the age of 7, and later graduated from USC’s Thornton School of Music. Inspired by Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman, her 2022 debut earned critical acclaim, and her live […]
6:42 PM / May 16, 2025 What happened Friday Sean “Diddy” Combs’ former girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, wrapped up four days of testimony Friday in Combs’ trial for sex trafficking and racketeering. Defense attorneys challenged Ventura on the timeline of the alleged rape she previously testified happened after dinner with Combs in August 2018. The defense argued Ventura told […]
“Death Becomes Her” hits a high note on Broadway with 10 Tony nominations – CBS News Watch CBS News With 10 Tony nominations including for best original score, “Death Becomes Her” is earning praise for its music by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live […]
Singer Chris Brown was arrested Thursday in England for allegedly hitting someone with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023. The Metropolitan Police did not name Brown but said it took a 36-year-old into custody at a Manchester hotel on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm. Under British law, police cannot name suspects before […]
Updated 1m ago Drugs discussed in messages In a message, Ventura allegedly asked if she wrote to Combs if he had anymore pills on him. Ventura told the court she wasn’t sure which kind. What kinds of pills was she taking around that time in 2009, the defense asked. Opiates, Ventura said. Was Combs […]
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re taking a look back at how unfair representation in early Hollywood led to the creation of one of the first Chinese American film studios in the country. Frustrations with “one-dimensional,” “demeaning” characters Sandy Lee can trace her family’s history in America back to the […]
4m ago Photo shows bruise Pictures were displayed from the afterparty of the premiere. In the photo, Ventura is wearing a shorter dress, and a bruise could be seen on her right shin. Ventura testified that she had a larger bruise on her thigh that couldn’t be seen. Testimony then turned to other escorts […]
Robert Benton, the Oscar-winning filmmaker who helped reset the rules in Hollywood as the co-creator of “Bonnie and Clyde,” and later received mainstream validation as the writer-director of “Kramer vs. Kramer” and “Places in the Heart,” has died at age 92. Benton’s son, John Benton, said that he died Sunday at his home in Manhattan […]
Paris — Kim Kardashian took the witness stand Tuesday in the trial over the 2016 armed robbery in which a masked gang made off with $10 million worth of her jewelry as she visited the French capital. Kardashian testified that one member of the gang pulled her to him while she was in just a bathrobe. “I […]
Tory Lanez attacked in prison while serving time for shooting Megan Thee Stallion Tory Lanez attacked in prison while serving time for shooting Megan Thee Stallion 00:25 Rapper Tory Lanez was hospitalized after he was attacked at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi, where he is serving his 10-year sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion […]
Author Kennedy Ryan talks latest romance novel and what she wants readers to know – CBS News Watch CBS News New York Times bestselling author Kennedy Ryan talks about her new book, “Can’t Get Enough,” which follows the friendship of three women through love, heartbreak and self-discovery. Ryan has written more than 20 romance novels […]
Extended interview: Barry Diller – CBS News Watch CBS News In his new book, “Who Knew,” former television, film and media executive Barry Diller writes of his remarkable business career, while also revealing the sexuality that he kept secret from an early age. In this web exclusive, Diller sits down with correspondent Tracy Smith to […]
Last week, a few steps from Manhattan’s Little Island, the people enjoying sunshine on the High Line took little notice of the man who helped create this corner of the world, the legendary businessman Barry Diller. “When you’re up here, even though you’re not up very high, you really are elevated, [with] a totally different […]
Simon & Schuster We may receive an affiliate commission from anything you buy from this article. TV, film and media executive Barry Diller spent a decade at ABC, where he helped popularize the made-for-TV “Movie of the Week.” In his new memoir, “Who Knew” (to be published on May 20 by Simon & Schuster), Diller […]
Saturday Sessions: The Head and the Heart performs “After The Setting Sun” – CBS News Watch CBS News The Head and the Heart started out as friends playing open mic nights together, but they became a sensation when their self-titled debut took off in 2009. Since then, they have earned a reputation as a must-see […]
Music superstar Taylor Swift has been subpoenaed in the ongoing legal dispute between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni over allegations surrounding the making of their 2024 film “It Ends with Us.” A spokesperson for Swift confirmed the subpoena in a statement to CBS News Friday, saying that it “is designed to use Taylor Swift’s name to draw […]
Live from the Red Carpet: Cody Johnson among top nominees at ACM Awards in Frisco Live from the Red Carpet: Cody Johnson among top nominees at ACM Awards in Frisco 02:54 It was her night once again. Lainey Wilson took home the top prize at the 60th annual Academy of Country Music Awards — the title […]
Lovie Simone stars in Netflix’s bold new adaptation of Judy Blume’s “Forever” – CBS News Watch CBS News Actor Lovie Simone discusses her lead role in “Forever,” a new Netflix series exploring teenage romance and self-discovery in 2018 Los Angeles. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive […]
Trump pushes for tariffs on international film shoots – CBS News Watch CBS News As more major films are shot overseas, President Trump proposes a 100% tariff on internationally produced movies. Industry expert Alexis Alexanian joins “CBS Mornings Plus” to break down the potential impact. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking […]
Actor Michael Pitt, known for his TV roles on “Boardwalk Empire” and “Dawson’s Creek,” is accused of sexually assaulting his ex-girlfriend, choking her, and attacking her with a cinder block and a piece of lumber at his New York City home, according to a grand jury indictment. Pitt, 44, whose lawyers denied the allegations, was […]
Former Vice President Kamala Harris made an appearance at the 2025 Met Gala on Monday, days after her anticipated return to the public stage, where she delivered her first major speech since losing the 2024 presidential election. It was Harris’ first time at the benefit for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute. In an interview […]
Tinx on debut novel “Hotter in the Hamptons” Tinx trades TikTok for the Hamptons in her new novel, “Hotter in the Hamptons” 05:29 Social media star and bestselling author Christina Najjar, known as Tinx, is taking on cancel culture, reinvention and unexpected romance in her new book, “Hotter in the Hamptons,” which was released on […]
Sean “Diddy” Combs, the music mogul accused of sexually assaulting, trafficking and otherwise exploiting women in recurring incidents over multiple decades, is standing trial in New York City this month. Jury selection began Monday, and opening statements are scheduled to follow on May 12. Combs, 55, faces multiple charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy. […]
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky once again stole the show at the Met Gala with tons of news-making moments. The power couple is expecting their third child, the rapper A$AP Rocky confirmed on Sunday. “It feels amazing, you know,” gala co-chair A$AP Rocky told reporters who congratulated him Monday after outlets reported the couple was expecting their third […]
Police in Brazil said on Sunday that two people have been arrested in connection with an alleged plot to detonate a bomb at a free Lady Gaga concert in Rio de Janeiro. Saturday’s event drew some 2 million fans to Copacabana Beach. Rio de Janeiro’s state police said they had worked with the Justice Ministry […]
President Trump on Sunday announced movies as the latest target for tariffs because the U.S. movie industry “is DYING a very fast death.” In a Truth Social post, the president said he’s authorizing the Department of Commerce and the United States Trade Representative to begin the process of imposing a 100% tariffs “on any and […]
Passage: In memoriam – CBS News Watch CBS News “Sunday Morning” remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including comedian Ruth Buzzi, a cast member of the landmark sketch comedy series “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In.” Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. […]
Saturday Sessions: I’m With Her performs “Year After Year” – CBS News Watch CBS News Folk supergroup I’m With Her returns to Saturday Sessions to perform from their sophomore album “Wild and Clear and Blue” seven years after releasing their first album. “Wild and Clear and Blue” will be available next week. Now, from their […]
Saturday Sessions: I’m With Her performs “Wild and Clear and Blue” – CBS News Watch CBS News Folk supergroup I’m With Her returns to Saturday Sessions to perform from their sophomore album “Wild and Clear and Blue” seven years after releasing their first album. “Wild and Clear and Blue” will be available next week. Now, […]
Here Comes The Sun: A dynamic director and the legacy of Lucy – CBS News Watch CBS News It takes a special kind of screenwriter and director to get audiences laughing at a story of impending planetary doom. Adam McKay did just that with his latest film, “Don’t Look Up.” We also have a story […]
Miles off the coast of Oahu’s North Shore, the choppy crystal-blue Pacific waters are home to one of nature’s most misunderstood predators — the Galapagos shark. “CBS Mornings” co-host Nate Burleson recently joined the watermen of Island View Hawaii to confront his lifelong fear of sharks, swimming cage-free among these majestic creatures as part of […]
Sean “Diddy” Combs rejected a plea deal offer during the final pre-trial hearing in his sex trafficking and racketeering case in New York City on Thursday. Jury selection is set to begin next week. What happened in court After asking Combs to confirm he was of sound mind and not on any drugs, District Judge Arun Subramanian […]
Tony Award winners Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce revealed some of the nominees for the 2025 Tony Awards exclusively on “CBS Mornings” on Thursday, with big names including George Clooney, Mia Farrow and Audra McDonald making the list. The rest of categories were announced on the Tonys’ YouTube channel. Broadway’s biggest night, hosted by “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo, […]
Person to Person: Norah O’Donnell interviews U2’s Bono – CBS News Watch CBS News In this episode of “Person to Person with Norah O’Donnell,” O’Donnell travels to Dublin to talk to U2 frontman Bono about his new book “Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story.” Bono opens up about how the Irish rock band stayed together for […]
Bill Bellamy talks comedy, MTV days, and his “Top Billin’ Comedy Tour” – CBS News Watch CBS News Bill Bellamy, the comedian, actor, and former MTV VJ, joins “CBS Mornings” to reflect on his iconic career, coining the term “booty call,” and bringing laughs to cities across the country with his new comedy tour. Be […]
Oscar-nominated actor Jeremy Renner opened up about his harrowing recovery from a near-fatal snowcat accident in an interview on “CBS Mornings” while discussing his new memoir, “My Next Breath.” Renner was crushed by a 14,000-pound snowcat on New Year’s Eve Day 2023, breaking more than 38 bones. Paramedics initially doubted he would survive. “Your body […]
Jiggly Caliente, a beloved drag queen who competed on “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and transgender rights activist, has died at the age of 44, her family said in a statement posted on social media Sunday. Bianca Castro-Arabejo, known by her stage name Jiggly Caliente, was going through what her family said was a “serious health setback” over […]
A trial over the 2016 heist in which armed robbers tied up reality star Kim Kardashian in her bedroom and stole millions of dollars’ worth of jewelry has begun in Paris. Ten people — nine men and a woman — are on trial on charges of robbery and kidnapping of the media personality and the […]
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a class that also includes pop star Cyndi Lauper, the hip-hop pioneers Outkast, the rock duo the White Stripes and grunge masters Soundgarden. Salt-N-Pepa, the first female rap act to achieve gold and platinum status, […]
Extended Interview: Dodd Darin on his father, Bobby Darin – CBS News Watch CBS News In this web exclusive, Dodd Darin, the son of singer Bobby Darin and actress Sandra Dee, talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about his dad’s ambition, personality, stage presence, and love of standards. He also discusses his parents’ relationship, and what […]
9/10: Here Comes the Sun: Paul Simon and more – CBS News Watch CBS News Actor F. Murray Abraham sits down with Ben Mankiewicz to discuss a career that has spanned six decades. Then, Conor Knighton travels to Illinois to learn more about the history of the “Muffler Men.” “Here Comes the Sun” is a […]
Here Comes the Sun: Adrien Brody and more – CBS News Watch CBS News Actor Adrien Brody sits down with Tracy Smith to discuss his latest film “The Brutalist.” Then, David Pogue learns about symphony orchestra concerts where a film coincides with a live performance of the music found in the movie. “Here Comes the […]
Legendary trumpeter Herb Alpert celebrated his 90th birthday last month by taking the stage at Jazz at Lincoln Center with a new iteration of the Tijuana Brass, marking his return to the iconic group format for the first time in 40 years. The milestone performance coincides with the 60th anniversary of his landmark album “Whipped […]
Tina Knowles, mother of Beyoncé and Solange, is opening up about her recent battle with breast cancer in a deeply personal interview with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King. The 71-year-old said she was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer in her left breast after doctors discovered two tumors during a delayed mammogram appointment. “I’ve always […]
Country superstar Jelly Roll wants to share his message of redemption with others looking for a second chance, but says there’s a roadblock in his way. The 40-year-old told the Tennessee Board of Parole that his criminal record, under his birth name, Jason DeFord, is complicating his ability to travel internationally and perform. On Tuesday, […]
Tina Knowles, the mother of global music superstars Beyoncé and Solange, is opening up about her personal relationship with her mother, details about her divorces, her own parenting and the girl group Destiny’s Child. Knowles, a businesswoman, fashion designer and former stylist for Destiny’s Child, is telling her life story in her memoir, “Matriarch,” where […]
The mystique of Martin Guitars – CBS News Watch CBS News Since 1833, C.F. Martin & Co., has been crafting Martin guitars, widely regarded as among the finest musical instruments in the world. Anthony Mason takes a musical trip through the decades with C.F. “Chris” Martin, the great-great-great-grandson of the man who started it all […]
Monday marked nine years since the death of Minnesota superstar Prince, and his former home and recording studio honored the occasion by inviting fans for a day of remembrance. The two-part event, dubbed A Day 2 Remember | A Night 2 Reflect, started at 10 a.m. at Paisley Park in Chanhassen. The public was invited […]
Oprah Winfrey has selected “Matriarch,” a memoir by Tina Knowles, as her latest book club pick. The personal memoir details Knowles’ life journey from growing up in segregated Texas to raising music superstars Beyoncé and Solange. During an appearance on “CBS Mornings,” Winfrey praised the memoir for its intimate yet universal appeal. “What you did is […]
George Clooney is one of Hollywood’s most well-known silver foxes. But lately, he’s been sporting a new look — one he admits is not exactly his favorite. The 63-year-old actor dyed his hair to star in the Broadway adaptation of “Good Night and Good Luck,” and he knows it’s catching people off guard. Clooney pokes […]
All David Hyde Pierce has to do is step out on stage, and he gets applause, even before he launches into the idiotic tongue-twister from “The Pirates of Penzance”: I am the very model of a modern Major-General,I’ve information vegetable, animal, and mineral,I know the kings of England, and I quote the fights historicalFrom Marathon […]
Former WWE champion John Cena will take on current champion Cody Rhodes in the main event of WrestleMania 41 on Sunday, April 20. Andrew Timms/WWE via Getty Images The most eagerly awaited event on the sports entertainment calendar came to Las Vegas this weekend as World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) hosted its 41st WrestleMania event. More […]
Game show host Wink Martindale, known for “Tic-Tac-Dough,” “High Rollers” and “Gambit,” has died, according to his official Facebook page. He was 91. “Wink was amazing, funny and talented,” the post on his Facebook page reads. “Truly a LEGEND!” The host, born Winston Martindale, had a 74-year career, according to Nashville Publicity Group, which also […]
Katy Perry reacts after Blue Origin flight Katy Perry on singing “What a Wonderful World” in space during Blue Origin flight 01:56 Singer Katy Perry, one of the six women who joined Blue Origin’s historic flight, sang “What a Wonderful World” during part of the approximately 11-minute journey to the edge of space. Perry’s crew […]
Journalist E.A. Hanks shared that her father, actor Tom Hanks, and brother, Colin Hanks, were among the first to read her deeply personal new memoir, “The Ten: A Memoir of Family and the Open Road,” which details her childhood with her late mother. “The first thing my dad said is, ‘This is an accurate portrayal […]
The lineup for the 2025 Cannes Film Festival was unveiled Thursday morning, and includes a mix of names familiar to the competition alongside some relative newcomers. In all, 19 films were announced to compete in the 78th edition of the festival, though oftentimes festival organizers add an extra title or two prior to the opening […]
“Grey’s Anatomy” star Eric Dane said Thursday that he has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, a rare degenerative condition that causes progressive muscle paralysis. Dane opened up about his diagnosis in an exclusive statement to People magazine. “I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this […]
When F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote “The Great Gatsby” at the height of the roaring ’20s, he couldn’t possibly realize that the book would emerge as one of the very top contenders for “the great American novel.” In fact, when Fitzgerald – a St. Paul, Minnesota native whose debut novel “This Side of Paradise” launched him […]
CBS has lost distribution rights to “Wheel of Fortune” and “Jeopardy!,” with a Los Angeles court rejecting the network’s bid for a preliminary injunction that would have blocked Sony from taking over. Sony, which produces the two iconic game shows, filed a complaint in October 2024 alleging that CBS entered into unauthorized licensing agreements. Specifically, […]
Elton John’s “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road,” Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On,” Amy Winehouse’s “Back to Black,” albums by Miles Davis and Steve Miller Band, and Lin-Manuel Miranda’s revolutionary musical “Hamilton” are just some of the latest recordings to be added to the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry, to be preserved for future generations. […]
Barbie has announced that LeBron James is the first athlete to have a Ken doll. Mattel, the parent company that owns Barbie, released photos of its new doll in the likeness of NBA legend, activist, author and philanthropist LeBron James. LeBron James has become the first athlete to have a Ken doll. Barbie announced the […]
A view of Final Four merchandise after the Texas Longhorns defeat the TCU Horned Frogs in the the Elite Eight round of the 2025 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament held at Legacy Arena at the BJCC on March 31, 2025, in Birmingham, Alabama. Elaina Eichorn/NCAA Photos via Getty Images The madness has reached its peak! March […]
A ball in the bench area during a practice session for the Michigan Wolverines ahead of the Sweet Sixteen in the South Regional of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament at State Farm Arena on March 27, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia. Getty Images The energy is electric, the stakes are sky-high and college basketball’s biggest moment […]
Ecco We may receive an affiliate commission from anything you buy from this article. In his new memoir, “Change the Recipe: Because You Can’t Build a Better World Without Breaking Some Eggs” (to be published April 22 by Ecco), chef José Andrés, founder of the humanitarian aid organization World Central Kitchen, offers life lessons and teachable […]
Two of the Philadelphia Zoo’s oldest residents are new parents Two of the Philadelphia Zoo’s oldest residents are new parents 00:50 A pair of critically endangered, nearly 100-year-old Galapagos tortoises at the Philadelphia Zoo have become first-time parents. In an announcement Friday, the zoo said it is “overjoyed” at the arrival of the four hatchlings, […]
“Price of Admission”: The battle over concert tickets – CBS News Watch CBS News Why are concert tickets so expensive and so frustratingly hard to get? Brook Silva-Braga spent a year talking to artists, fans, scalpers, and executives from Ticketmaster and StubHub in search of answers. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for […]
Here Comes The Sun: Dancer and actor Mikhail Baryshnikov and Marcel the Shell – CBS News Watch CBS News Dancer and actor Mikhail Baryshnikov sits down with Anthony Mason to discuss his role in “The Cherry Orchard” at Baryshnikov Arts Center in New York. He also voices his opinion on the ongoing war in Ukraine. […]
Sir Elton John has millions of fans all over the world, but few of them as devoted as a young girl who first heard his music more than 30 years ago. In 1992, Brandi Marie Carlile was a kid living in a single-wide trailer in rural Washington State, and to her, Elton John was everything. […]
Bruce Springsteen announces collection of new albums Bruce Springsteen announces collection of new albums 00:30 A new Bruce Springsteen album collection coming out this summer will include dozens of “never-before-heard” songs from previously unreleased records. “Tracks II: The Lost Albums” features seven full-length albums that were never released from 1983-2018, a post on Springsteen’s social media says. […]
Aisha Bowe, a former NASA rocket scientist and two-time tech company founder, is set to make history as the first person of Bahamian heritage to travel to space when she joins an all-female Blue Origin crew launching on April 14. Bowe appeared on “CBS Mornings” to discuss her preparation for the historic mission alongside co-host […]
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2, which will introduce interactive chat and screenshare functions to connect gamers. At its 60-minute Nintendo Direct presentation, the company revealed a more vibrant display on the Switch 2, a larger screen and several games that will launch with the […]
Val Kilmer, the acclaimed, brooding actor who starred in a string of blockbuster hits in the 1980s and 1990s, has died at the age of 65. Kilmer died Tuesday night in Los Angeles, surrounded by family and friends, his daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, said in an email to The Associated Press. Val Kilmer died from pneumonia. […]
CBS News Los Angeles Live Kim Delaney, an Emmy-winning actor known for her role on “NYPD Blue,” will not face criminal charges in connection with her arrest in Marina Del Rey in an alleged domestic dispute over the weekend. The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office has declined to filed charges against Delaney and James […]
Legendary television actor Richard Chamberlain, known as the king of the miniseries for his roles in “Shogun” and “The Thorn Birds,” has died at the age of 90, his publicist Harlan Boll confirmed to CBS News. The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai’i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy […]
Kim Delaney, actress known for “NYPD Blue,” arrested in domestic dispute Kim Delaney, actress known for “NYPD Blue,” arrested in domestic dispute 00:27 Kim Delaney, the actress best known for her role on “NYPD Blue,” has been arrested in connection with a domestic dispute that happened in Marina Del Rey on Saturday. Deputies were called […]
The Elite 8 stage of the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament is set to deliver some of the most intense and highly anticipated matchups in this year’s men’s and women’s college basketball season. With teams battling for a coveted spot in the Final Four, fans across the country are gearing up to watch the action […]
CBS News Los Angeles Live Kim Delaney, the actress best known for her role on “NYPD Blue,” has been arrested in connection with a domestic dispute that happened in Marina Del Rey on Saturday. Deputies were called to a home in the 14000 block of Marquesas Way at around 9:45 a.m. after learning of a […]
President Trump is taking center stage at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. “We are going to make a lot of changes,” he said earlier this month, “including the seats, the decor, pretty much everything. It needs a lot of work.” He’s directing many of those changes as the new chairman […]
Here Comes The Sun: A Kirsten Dunst exclusive and an artistic provocateur – CBS News Watch CBS News Kirsten Dunst has spent the better part of her life in front of the camera. In a “Here Comes The Sun” exclusive, she discusses freedom from fear and other lessons learned from acting. We also have a […]
The Sex Pistols, the legendary English punk band that helped the underground subculture of the genre to reach mainstream heights, is going on its first North American tour in more than 20 years. The Pistols last went on a North American tour in 2003, when they were joined by original vocalist John Lyndon (formerly Rotten). The […]
President Trump on Thursday signed an executive order targeting funding for programs at the Smithsonian Institution that contain what he characterizes as “divisive, race-centered ideology” in his latest broadside against a liberalism that has critiqued Western culture and values. The president said in the order that there has been a “concerted and widespread” effort over the past decade to […]
The Open Field We may receive an affiliate commission from anything you buy from this article. In her new memoir, “I Am Maria: My Reflections and Poems on Heartbreak, Healing, and Finding Your Way Home” (to be published April 1 by The Open Field), Maria Shriver – the daughter of Kennedys, broadcast journalist, and former […]
William Shatner, who made history in 2021 as the oldest person to travel to space at age 90, is offering candid advice to Blue Origin’s all-female crew preparing for their own journey beyond Earth’s atmosphere. “You’re on an adventure. You’ve got to embrace it,” Shatner said to Gayle King, who is part of the crew, […]
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor’s Office announced on Thursday. The search for a new host city has been years in the making, with the festival announcing the search in 2023 and several cities, including Boulder, as […]
Here Comes The Sun: A candid chat with comedian Amy Poehler, and a restaurant with history – CBS News Watch CBS News Amy Poehler is always funny, but Luke Burbank got a bit of her serious side, too. And Martha Teichner goes to a Savannah restaurant with a rich, complex history. “Here Comes The Sun” […]
Amid Black History Month celebrations in February, some local musicians say they are finding more opportunities at various venues to share their work and stories. One Bay Area man who plays an unusual West African instrument recently discovered more about his roots and family history while pursuing his passion. Growing up in a rural part […]
When Mike Wallace interviewed Salvador Dalí in 1958, the painter seemed to believe that he might live forever. Asked what he believed would happen to him when he died, the Surrealist replied, “Myself not believe in my death.” “You will not die?” “No, no. Believe in general in death, but in the death of Dalí? […]
Paris — French cinema icon Gérard Depardieu is in court in Paris this week, accused of sexually assaulting two women in 2021. A set designer, 34, and an assistant producer, 54, claim the actor grabbed and groped them while filming “Les Volets Verts” (“The Green Shutters”) in Paris in August and September 2021. Taking the stand […]
Washington — On a night when half a dozen people made jokes about this being the last-ever Mark Twain Prize, Conan O’Brien made sure the ceremony at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts ended on a high note. O’Brien accepted the award for lifetime achievement in comedy Sunday night while acknowledging the […]
With stars like Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, maybe it’s no wonder “Othello” just became the highest-grossing Broadway play ever, pulling in $2.8 million in a single week. Washington said, “It’s the most excited I’ve been this century. Seriously. I haven’t been this excited about anything I’ve done as I am about this.” That’s saying […]
The former editor of Vanity Fair for 25 years, Graydon Carter is a family man, father of five grown children, better known for his signature white hair and urbane elegance, never without a handkerchief – Hermès, he has 30 of them (“This is my greatest luxury,” he says) – chronicler of the privileged set of […]
Penguin Press We may receive an affiliate commission from anything you buy from this article. In his new memoir, “When the Going Was Good: An Editor’s Adventures During the Last Golden Age of Magazines” (to be published Tuesday by Penguin Press), former Vanity Fair editor Graydon Carter recounts the glory days of magazine publishing, and […]
Sitting in the window of the Artfunk gallery on Jackson Street in San Francisco is a painting of jazz legend John Coltrane. While most people walking by will see the image of a great musician, Archbishop Franzo King sees something more divine. “When I see this painting, I see God,” said King. John Coltrane painting […]
The stars turned out for the 97th annual Academy Awards to honor the best films and performances of the year. The top nominees for the 2025 Oscars included “Emilia Pérez,” with a total of 13 nominations, and “The Brutalist” and “Wicked,” with 10 nods each. See a list of the winners here. Where to watch the Oscars […]
A rare painting by the street artist Banksy, inspired by the recently deceased Scottish painter Jack Vettriano, sold for nearly 4.3 million pounds ($5.5 million) Tuesday, according to auction house Sotheby’s. Entitled “Crude Oil (Vettriano)” and sometimes called “Toxic beach,” the painting first revealed by Banksy in 2005 was sold at Sotheby’s in London, from […]
A federal judge in Los Angeles has ruled that Mariah Carey did not steal her perennial megahit “All I Want for Christmas Is You” from other songwriters. Judge Mónica Ramírez Almadani granted Carey’s request for summary judgment on Wednesday, giving her and co-writer and co-defendant Walter Afanasieff a victory without going to trial. In 2023, […]
You may think Ringo Starr is more Abbey Road than Music Row, but the iconic Beatles drummer says he’s always had a soft spot for country music. Starr will celebrate his longtime love for the genre alongside country greats like Emmylou Harris and Sheryl Crow at the world-famous Ryman Auditorium in Nashville in a new […]
For Lindsey Vonn, it was a reluctant farewell – the last run of her stellar career, at the Alpine World Ski Championships in Are, Sweden, in 2019. In the world of alpine skiing, few have been more decorated. She’s won almost every major title, from World Cup Championships to Olympic medals, as the trophy case […]
Robert De Niro is playing two rival crime bosses in his latest film, describing it as a technical challenge. The veteran actor explained that the dual role, where he portrays both Frank and Vito in “The Alto Knights,” required precise positioning and careful coordination with cameras on dollies moving around the set. “It’s a technical thing […]
Discussion Questions 1. Amy Griffin spent much of her adult life determined to move forward, never letting herself stop to look back. What do you think eventually motivated her to want to revisit her past and then to tell her story? Talk about the courage it takes to confront one’s past—and to share it with […]
Senator Alan Simpson (R-Wyo.), at the National Press Club in Washington, March 8, 1996. | DENNIS COOK/AP Photo A look back at the esteemed personalities who left us this year, who’d touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity. By CBSNews.com senior producer David Morgan. The Associated Press contributed to this gallery. A political moderate, […]
Conan O’Brien is returning to the Oscars stage in 2026. The late-night host and comedian will preside over the 98th Academy Awards, set for March 15, the film academy’s leadership said Monday. “The only reason I’m hosting the Oscars next year is that I want to hear Adrien Brody finish his speech,” O’Brien said in […]
Hollywood actors, directors and other creatives are pushing back on the loosening of AI regulations, with more than 420 entertainment industry insiders signing an open letter urging the government to uphold copyright laws that apply to artificial intelligence. The group, led by actress Natasha Lyonne, also includes Bette Midler, Aubrey Plaza, Ava DuVernay, Paul Simon, […]
St. Paul preps for St. Patrick’s Day, and more headlines St. Paul preps for St. Patrick’s Day, and more headlines 05:19 A federal judge dismissed the charges Monday against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in the 1939 musical “The Wizard of Oz” after prosecutors […]
Sarah Snook set the record straight for us: Her last name is pronounced “Snuke” (like nuke), not “Snook” (as in book or took). On Broadway this spring, she’s neither Snuke nor Snook, but 26 completely different people. The 37-year-old Australian is chameleonic in Oscar Wilde’s “The Picture of Dorian Gray,” changing accents, wigs, and gender […]
Retired Navy Admiral William McRaven was the architect of the mission that tracked down Osama bin Laden. He’s also a bestselling author. Now, McRaven and his daughter, Kelly, have thoughts about children and storytelling: WILLIAM: When I was a boy, my father, an Air Force fighter pilot, would tell me stories before bedtime, making up […]
Saturday Sessions: Wilder Woods performs “Love Last” – CBS News Watch CBS News Wilder Woods makes a return visit to Saturday Sessions this week. Wilder Woods is a solo project from singer-songwriter Bear Rinehart, who is best known as the frontman of the Grammy-nominated band “Need to Breathe.” Just last month, Rinehart released “Curioso,” his […]
Saturday Sessions: Wilder Woods performs “Be Yourself” – CBS News Watch CBS News Wilder Woods makes a return visit to Saturday Sessions this week. Wilder Woods is a solo project from singer-songwriter Bear Rinehart, who is best known as the frontman of the Grammy-nominated band “Need to Breathe.” Just last month, Rinehart released “Curioso,” his […]
Tom Petty’s “Heartbreakers Beach Party” re-emerges after decades in obscurity – CBS News Watch CBS News The long-lost 1983 documentary “Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party,” directed by Oscar-winner Cameron Crowe, was shown only once before disappearing. Now, more than four decades later, fans finally get to see the film that captures the band on the […]
Nikki Glaser to host Golden Globes for second consecutive year – CBS News Watch CBS News Nikki Glaser will return to host the Golden Globe Awards for a second year, following her historic debut as the first solo female host. The comedian, praised for her sharp wit, will helm the 83rd annual ceremony airing on […]
Nikki Glaser returning as Golden Globe host Nikki Glaser to host Golden Globes for second consecutive year 01:04 Comedian Nikki Glaser will return to host the Golden Globe Awards for a second consecutive year. Glaser, who made history in January as the first solo female host of the awards show, will helm the 83rd annual […]
Actor Jack Quaid stars as a man who can’t feel pain in “Novocaine,” a new action film that opens in theaters Friday. Quaid, known for his role as Hughie in the hit series “The Boys,” plays Nathan Cain, a character with a real but rare medical condition that prevents him from feeling pain. “I often […]
Rebecca Wisocky, star of the hit CBS comedy “Ghosts,” recently discussed her character’s surprising heritage revelation and the show’s continued success after being renewed for two more seasons. Wisocky, who plays the ghost of Victorian-era lady Hetty Woodstone, appeared on “CBS Mornings” to talk about a recent episode where her character discovered her Irish heritage […]
Actor Uzo Aduba, who stars in the new Netflix murder-mystery series, “The Residence,” is opening up about the role, working with Shonda Rhimes and how her young daughter has been critical to helping her find her inner peace amid a busy life. Aduba plays Cordelia Cupp, the best detective in the world, in “The Residence.” […]
Oprah Winfrey announced “The Tell” by Amy Griffin as her latest book club selection on Tuesday during an appearance on “CBS Mornings.” Griffin’s memoir explores how keeping secrets can lead to shame and how revealing those secrets can be empowering. The book details Griffin’s experience with childhood sexual abuse by a teacher, trauma she had suppressed […]
A columnist who has worked at The Washington Post for four decades resigned on Monday after she said the newspaper’s management decided not to run her commentary critical of owner Jeff Bezos’ new editorial policy. “It breaks my heart to conclude that I must leave,” Ruth Marcus, who has worked at the newspaper since 1984, wrote in […]
Remember “Buena Vista Social Club,” the album? Even if you don’t, now there’s “Buena Vista Social Club,” the musical, an exuberant blast from the past – old Cuban music for a new audience. The Broadway version is a stand-in for the city’s corroded grandeur, and for the studio where, in 1996, a group of old, […]
Dylan Mulvaney burst onto the scene as a TikTok star, but what made her most famous was controversy. The trans influencer and performer was targeted after appearing in a campaign for Bud Light in 2023. In her new memoir, “Paper Doll: Notes from a Late Bloomer,” Mulvaney shares journal entries documenting the first year of her […]
Extended interview: John Mulaney on his standup persona – CBS News Watch CBS News In this web exclusive, standup comedian John Mulaney talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his earliest experience learning about jokes; developing his on-stage persona (and why it involves a suit); why he’s happiest writing for other people; and how he approaches […]
John Mulaney is a comedy superstar finding the funny in the familiar. At 42, he already has five highly-rated specials to his name … three primetime Emmys … and a reputation as one of the best stand-up guys in the game. “Now, I don’t know if you’ve been following the news but I’ve been keeping […]
Saturday Sessions: Sam Barber performs “Better Year” – CBS News Watch CBS News Singer-songwriter Sam Barber is one of country music’s fastest rising stars. He taught himself how to play the guitar at 16, and two years later he released “Straight and Narrow,” a song he had recorded in his bedroom. The single reached double-platinum […]
Saturday Sessions: Sam Barber performs “Straight and Narrow” – CBS News Watch CBS News Singer-songwriter Sam Barber is one of country music’s fastest rising stars. He taught himself how to play the guitar at 16, and two years later he released “Straight and Narrow,” a song he had recorded in his bedroom. The single reached […]
New Mexico officials have announced the cause of death for actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, a week after they were found dead at their home in Santa Fe. Hackman died of heart disease, with Alzheimer’s disease as a contributing factor, and Arakawa died several days before him of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, Chief Medical Investigator Dr. […]
Oscar-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell says his creative process for “Wicked” began with abstract concepts, transforming the land of Oz through detailed costume design. “That was where the idea of the spiral came into play for ‘Wicked,’ and the idea of the texture of mushrooms,” Tazewell said. “I am working to align those elements.” The […]
“Sin City Gigolo” exposes dark turn for reality TV star charged with murder – CBS News Watch CBS News A former star of Showtime’s “Gigolos” was arrested and charged with murder, a real-life crime that stunned viewers years after the show ended. The new Paramount+ docuseries “Sin City Gigolo: A Murder in Las Vegas” uncovers […]
Tan France on stepping into acting with a new role in Hulu’s “Deli Boys” – CBS News Watch CBS News Fashion expert and Emmy-winning “Queer Eye” star Tan France is stepping into acting with his first scripted role in the new Hulu comedy “Deli Boys.” France, who plays a gang leader named Zubair, joins “CBS […]
Just off Interstate 94 in Collegeville, Minnesota, is a striking architectural wonder that was brought to life by renowned architect Marcel Breuer: Saint John’s Abbey Church at Saint John’s University. “He was from Hungary, originally studied at the Bauhaus in Germany in the 1920s and 30s, and then when Hitler took over the Bauhaus, he […]
Tony Danza on “Power Book III: Raising Kanan” Tony Danza takes on mob boss role in new season of “Power Book III: Raising Kanan” 05:54 Veteran actor Tony Danza says his current role as a tough-talking character as mob boss Stefano in “Power Book III: Raising Kanan” has allowed him to showcase a side of […]
Ione Skye reflects on fame, love, and loss in new memoir, “Say Everything” – CBS News Watch CBS News Ione Skye opens up about her Hollywood rise, past relationships with rock stars, and the search for love and identity in her new memoir, “Say Everything.” In an interview with Anthony Mason, she discusses her complicated […]
Actor Ione Skye, known for her breakout role in the 1989 film “Say Anything,” is giving fans a look behind her glamorous but tumultuous Hollywood life in a new memoir titled “Say Everything.” In her memoir, the 54-year-old actress reflects on a journey that began when she was just 15, starring alongside Keanu Reeves in […]
Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton of over 60 years, has died in Nashville, Tennessee, the singer announced on her social media on Monday. “Carl and I spent many wonderful years together. Words can’t do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years. Thank you for your prayers and sympathy,” Parton said […]
The Oscars paid tribute to Gene Hackman Sunday night, just days after the two-time Academy Award winner, his wife and their dog were found dead in their home in New Mexico. “Our community lost a giant and I lost a dear friend,” actor Morgan Freeman said of Hackman before an In Memoriam video recognized actors […]
“Anora” won big at the 2025 Oscars, taking home five awards, including best picture and best director, at the 97th Academy Awards. Sean Baker, who directed, edited, wrote and co-produced “Anora,” won four Oscars at Sunday’s ceremony, tying Walt Disney’s record for the most Academy Awards won by a single person in one year. Baker distinguished himself by […]
Watch scenes from the films nominated in the category of best picture at the 97th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the filmmakers below. The 2025 Oscars will be presented on Sunday, March 2. 2025 Academy Award nominees for best picture: “Anora,” “The Brutalist,” “A Complete Unknown,” “Conclave,” “Dune: Part Two,” “Emilia Perez,” “I’m […]
Actor Gene Hackman likely died at least 9 days before bodies were found – CBS News Watch CBS News New Mexico police are still seeking clues into the mysterious deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife. Investigators have ruled out many theories about their deaths, like carbon monoxide poisoning. Tom Hanson has the latest […]
“Emilia Pérez,” “Wicked” and “The Brutalist” are among the top Oscar nominees 03:38 The 2025 Academy Awards, the biggest night in Hollywood, celebrate the Oscar nominees for best movies and film performances of the past year — but for some fans, the music is a highlight. Traditionally, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has […]
HOUSTON— Drake has reached a settlement with Texas-based iHeartMedia in his ongoing legal dispute over Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us,” according to court records. In November, Drake filed a legal petition in Bexar County, Texas, where San Antonio is located, alleging that iHeartMedia had received illegal payments from Universal Music Group to boost […]
Authorities in New Mexico are expected to provide an update Friday on the investigation into the death of actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa. Investigators have said they haven’t yet determined a cause of death for the couple, who were found dead in their home on the outskirts of Santa Fe. The couple […]
Kate Hudson on taking the lead in Mindy Kaling’s new comedy, “Running Point” – CBS News Watch CBS News Kate Hudson stars as Isla Gordon, a reformed party girl stepping up to run her family’s pro basketball team in “Running Point,” the latest series from Mindy Kaling. She joins “CBS Mornings” to talk about the […]
Two-time Oscar winner Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, 64, and their dog were found dead Wednesday afternoon in their home outside Santa Fe, New Mexico, authorties said Thursday. The deaths were found to be “suspicious enough in nature” to require a thorough investigation, a search warrant filed in New Mexico […]
Watch scenes from the performances nominated in the category of best actor at the 97th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees below. The 2025 Oscars will be presented on Sunday, March 2. The 2025 Academy Award nominees for best actor: Adrien Brody, “The Brutalist”; Timothée Chalamet, “A Complete Unknown”; Colman Domingo, […]
Michelle Trachtenberg, star of the teen drama series “Gossip Girl” and “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” has died at 39 years old, sources confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday. She was found at her home in New York City, and the death is not believed to be suspicious, the sources said. Michelle Trachtenberg at the “InStyle […]
Jeff Probst is returning as the face of “Survivor” after 24 years and almost 700 episodes of the groundbreaking television reality competition series, which is preparing to launch its 48th season. “I remember how excited I was,” Probst said of the show’s early days. “We didn’t know it was going to be a hit, but we […]
A Missouri woman pleaded guilty Tuesday to a federal charge accusing her of concocting a brazen plot to defraud Elvis Presley’s family by trying to auction off his Graceland mansion and property before a judge halted the mysterious foreclosure sale. During a hearing in front of a Memphis federal judge, Lisa Jeanine Findley pleaded guilty […]
Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer and pianist whose intimate vocal and musical style on “Killing Me Softly with His Song,” “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and other hits made her one of the top recording artists of the 1970s and an influential performer long after, died Monday, her publicist confirmed to CBS […]
Voletta Wallace, the dedicated mother of the late great rapper The Notorious B.I.G. and protector of his legacy, died Friday morning. Monroe County Coroner Thomas Yanac confirmed her death Friday to The Associated Press, saying she died at her home in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, after a stint on hospice care. She died of natural causes. A […]
Divide 18 strangers into three “tribes”; drop them on remote islands with little food and no shelter, and have them outwit and outplay one another until the last competitor standing is crowned the winner of a $1 million prize. When the adventure reality game show “Survivor” debuted on CBS in May 2000, nothing like it […]
Here Comes the Sun: Arline Geronimus and more – CBS News Watch CBS News Researcher and author Arline Geronimus sits down with Nancy Giles to discuss her book “Weathering: The Extraordinary Stress of Ordinary Life in an Unjust Society.” Then, Luke Burbank visits a distillery in Naples, New York, where maple syrup is turned into […]
Lynne Marie Stewart, who starred on-screen in productions like “Pee-wee’s Playhouse” and “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” died at age 78 on Friday after a quick illness, a spokesperson told CBS News on Saturday. Stewart was born on Dec. 14, 1946, in Los Angeles, California, according to her IMDb page. The 78-year-old actor starred as […]
Cymande founding members open up about the band’s unusual journey – CBS News Watch CBS News British band Cymande curated a cult following in the 1970s, but they cemented their legacy decades later, when hip-hop artists from De La Soul to the Wu-Tang Clan to the Fugees discovered and sampled some of their iconic songs. […]
As the year 2000 ushered in the new millennium, boy bands and pop stars dominated the music charts, and the International Space Station welcomed its first crew, while back on Earth, reality TV was forever changed by an inaugural group of castaways on the CBS show “Survivor” — all when more than 70% of Americans […]
On a sprawling farm in Connecticut, Bill Berloni has spent nearly five decades turning rescue dogs into stars of stage and screen. The Tony Award-winning animal trainer has worked with between 200-300 dogs since 1976, all of them rescued from shelters. “Someone told me they had cheap dogs at the animal shelter and I went […]
“The Sims” celebrates 25 years – CBS News Watch CBS News The video game series “The Sims” launched 25 years ago this week. Now, it’s one of the most popular game series in the world, captivating hundreds of millions of players and allowing them to create and control virtual lives. Dana Jacobson visits the games’ […]
Cast of “Beyond the Gates” on making history as first Black daytime soap in 35 years – CBS News Watch CBS News CBS’s new drama “Beyond the Gates” is the first daytime soap opera greenlit in 25 years—and the first Black-led soap in over three decades. The series follows the powerful Dupree family navigating life […]
Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo to host 2025 Tony Awards Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo to host 2025 Tony Awards 00:23 Cynthia Erivo, the recently Oscar-nominated actress for her appearance in “Wicked,” will host Broadway’s biggest night at the 2025 Tony Awards in June, the American Theatre Wing and Broadway League announced Wednesday. The awards show is set […]
Web Extra: Eric Puchner reads excerpt from “Dream State” – CBS News Watch CBS News In “Dream State,” by Eric Puchner unveils a story of life’s sudden realizations and relationships. In this excerpt, Garrett grapples with his emotions and his unexpected happiness as he watches Cece, whose presence stirs long-forgotten feelings. Be the first to […]
A$AP Rocky’s attorney speaks outside Los Angeles courtroom, rapper found not guilty A$AP Rocky’s attorney speaks outside Los Angeles courtroom, rapper found not guilty 02:59 A jury found rapper A$AP Rocky not guilty of two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm Tuesday following a nearly month-long trial in Los Angeles. Screams were heard […]
South Korean actor Kim Sae-ron’s death this week has triggered an outpouring of grief and calls for changes to the way the country’s celebrities are treated in the public arena and on social media, which critics say can foster a culture of harassment. The 24-year-old, who began her career as a child actor and earned […]
CBS News Los Angeles Live Famed Mexican singer and songwriter Paquita la del Barrio has died. She was 77. Paquita, whose real name is Francisca Viveros Barradas, was known for her outgoing personality and bold lyrics. Singer Paquita la del Barrio performs onstage at Dodger Stadium on Dec. 2, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Getty […]
Meta has removed over a dozen fraudulent, sexualized images of famous female actors and athletes after a CBS News investigation found a high prevalence of AI-manipulated deepfake images on the company’s Facebook platform. Dozens of fake, highly sexualized images of the actors Miranda Cosgrove, Jeanette McCurdy, Ariana Grande, Scarlett Johansson and former tennis star Maria […]
YouTube TV has reached a deal with Paramount to keep channels like CBS, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon and MTV days after failed negotiations for a new contract had briefly left the future of their streaming alliance in limbo. “We’re happy to share that we’ve reached a deal to continue carrying Paramount channels, including CBS, CBS Sports, […]
The fires that ravaged Southern California last month turned too many of Malibu’s most treasured places to ash. But some, like the legendary Shangri-La Studios, still stand. Over the years, Shangri-La has been used by some of the biggest names in the music business, like Eric Clapton and Adele. But it’s also known as the […]
