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Dave Navarro and Perry Farrell of Jane's Addiction performing in New York City on Sept. 10, 2024
Jane's Addiction members sue singer Perry Farrell for $10 million — and he sues them back
By Wesley Stenzel
a fire at the festival site of the Tomorrowland electronic music festival, Wednesday 16 July 2025, in Boom.
Tomorrowland music festival main stage 'severely damaged' by massive fire
By Ryan Coleman
Beyoncé performs on the Los Angeles leg of her 'Cowboy Carter Tour' in 2025
Beyoncé's unreleased music stolen from choreographer's car in Atlanta
By Ryan Coleman
Ariana Grande and Jon M. Chu at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles on Oct. 19, 2024
Thank u, next musical: Ariana Grande reuniting withWicked director Jon M. Chu on Dr. Seuss movie
By Wesley Stenzel
Suki Waterhouse attends the 2025 Billboard Women in Music at YouTube Theater on March 29, 2025 in Inglewood, California.
Suki Waterhouse says she's been absent from social media because she 'wore pants so tight it caused a hernia'
By Mekishana Pierre
Kelly Clarkson; Lenny Kravitz; Mariah Carey
Your guide to the biggest Las Vegas residencies of 2025: Jennifer Lopez, Kelly Clarkson, Lenny Kravitz, and more
By Emlyn Travis
Stevie Wonder performs at a campaign event for Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris at Divine Faith Ministries International on October 20, 2024 in Jonesboro, Georgia.
Stevie Wonder addresses rumor that he's not really blind: 'You know the truth'
By Joey Nolfi
David Kaff as Viv Savage in 'This Is Spinal Tap'
David Kaff,This Is Spinal Tap keyboardist, dies at 79
By Mekishana Pierre
Will Smith arrives for Univision's 37th Premio Lo Nuestro at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, on February 20, 2025
Will Smith considers a name change after shocking hometown reveal
By Shania Russell
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Jeff Lynne performs during the Jeff Lynne's ELO "The Over and Out Tour" at TD Garden in Boston, MA - September 23
Electric Light Orchestra frontman Jeff Lynne cancels final live show due to 'systemic infection'
By Emlyn Travis
Ed Sheeran and Cherry Seaborn during The BRIT Awards 2022 at The O2 Arena on February 08, 2022 in London, England
Ed Sheeran credits hits like 'Bad Habits' to wife's feedback: 'Cherry can kill a song'
By Daysia Tolentino
Rick Springfield attends the Engine Co. No. 28's 110th anniversary celebration; Craig Melvin attends Hoda Kotb's Joy 101 Launch Event
Rick Springfield calls outToday host Craig Melvin for yawning during live interview: 'Am I boring you?'
By Shania Russell
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Jonathan Bailey and Jeff Goldblum pose for a photocall for the Australian premiere of "Wicked"
Jonathan Bailey recalls Wicked costar Jeff Goldblum's reaction to his Jurassic World Rebirth casting: 'As long as I've made Jeff proud, then it's all good'
By Daysia Tolentino
Kelly Clarkson kicks off new Las Vegas residency "Kelly Clarkson: Studio Sessions" at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
Kelly Clarkson kicks off Las Vegas residency with apology to fans after postponing opening night: 'I'm so sorry'
By Shania Russell
Collage of Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, HAIM, Perfume Genius and FKA Twigs performing on a colored bars background
The best albums of 2025 so far
By Jason Lamphier, Allaire Nuss, Wesley Stenzel, and Emlyn Travis
PinkPantheress on 'Impractical Jokers'
Pop star PinkPantheress reveals accidental appearance in Impractical Jokers episode: 'His punishment'
By Joey Nolfi
Boy George at the Tate Modern in London on Feb. 25, 2025
Boy George doesn't think queer identity politics have 'helped anyone': 'You're starting from the wrong perspective'
By Wesley Stenzel
Conner Smith attends Big Machine Label Group x CMA Fest 2025
Conner Smith breaks silence after getting misdemeanor citation for fatally striking pedestrian with truck
By Lauren Huff
The Must List tout with David Corenswet and Nicholas Hoult for Superman; Backstreet Boys on the red carpet; Big Brother Episode 1
James Gunn's Superman,Big Brother 27, and Backstreet Boys'Millennium 2.0 top this week's Must List
By EW Staff
Dolly Parton performs in 2023
Dolly Parton says she's not writing songs following the death of husband Carl Dean: 'I can't do it'
By Raechal Shewfelt
Meghan Trainor attends the Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen show on June 12, 2024.
Meghan Trainor seeks medical help over pain from mysterious burning tongue syndrome: 'A little concerned'
By Joey Nolfi
Justin Bieber performs at the OBB Media's Grand Opening of OBB Studios on January 14, 2023 in Hollywood, California
Justin Bieber addresses viral paparazzi rant, Hailey Bieber marriage, and 'struggles as a human' on new album
By Mekishana Pierre
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Jack White performs in his hometown of Detroit in June 2024
Jack White just got his first cellphone ever as a 50th birthday gift from his wife
By Raechal Shewfelt
Taeil of NCT 127 attends NCT 127's 4th album '2 BADDIES' release press conference at Sofitel Ambassador Seoul on September 16, 2022 in Seoul, South Korea.
K-pop star and former NCT member Taeil sentenced to more than 3 years in prison after pleading guilty to rape charge
By Emlyn Travis
Musician Tim Myers is running for office in California
OneRepublic founding member Tim Myers is running for California lieutenant governor
By Raechal Shewfelt
Olivia Rodrigo performs live at the 3 Arena on April 30, 2024 in Dublin
Olivia Rodrigo's guitarist says singer paid for her band and crew's therapy duringGuts tour
By Mekishana Pierre
Ms. Lauryn Hill performs onstage during Day 1 of the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture presented by Coca-Cola at Caesars Superdome on July 04, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana
Lauryn Hill slams 'misconception' that she's 'too important to care' after delayed festival set: 'Nonsense'
By Shania Russell
chance Perez power rangers cosmic fury
Power Rangers actor and former In Real Life member sent home onBuilding the Band: 'It's hard'
By Emlyn Travis
CLAIM TO FAME - "The Wolf In Boy's Clothing" KEVIN JONAS
Kevin Jonas recalls losing 'almost all' of his money during Jonas Brothers hiatus: 'It wasn't the right partnership'
By Mekishana Pierre
Liam Payne attends The Fashion Awards 2022 at the Royal Albert Hall on December 05, 2022 in London, England.
HowBuilding the Bandhonors guest judge Liam Payne after his death: 'We dedicate this series to' him
By Emlyn Travis
Pat Green has spoken out about the Texas tragedy
Country singer Pat Green's family members are dead after being swept away in Texas floods
By Raechal Shewfelt
Lady Gaga as Ally and Bradley Cooper as Jack in 'A Star Is Born'
A Star Is Born ending explained: What happened to Jack?
By Randall Colburn
James Corden and Rihanna pictured at the red carpet during the global premiere of the movie Smurfs on June 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium
James Corden 'tried for 8 years' to get Rihanna onCarpool Karaoke — finally gets to sing with her inSmurfs
By Shania Russell
Marilyn Manson performs in Mexico in November 2024
Marilyn Manson's Ozzy Osbourne tribute sparks backlash: 'Piece of s---'
By Raechal Shewfelt
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Joe Trohman of Fall Out Boy performs during the 2025 Boston Calling Music Festival at Harvard Athletic Complex on May 24, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts.
Fall Out Boy guitarist Joe Trohman takes rest of the year off from tour to have hand surgery
By Lauren Huff
Jack Black recreates Ozzy Osbourne's 'Mr Crowley' at final Black Sabbath concert
Watch Jack Black recreate Ozzy Osbourne's classic 'Mr. Crowley' performance for final Black Sabbath concert
By Shania Russell
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Matt Cameron of Pearl Jam performs live on stage during the Dark Matter world tour at Madison Square Garden on September 03, 2024 in New York City.
Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron leaves group after 27 years: 'It's been an incredible journey'
By Mekishana Pierre
Lauryn Hill performs during 2025 Essence Festival Of Culture at Caesars Superdome on July 04, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Essence Festival defends Lauryn Hill after 2 a.m. performance to near-empty stadium: 'Put some respect on her name'
By Emlyn Travis
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Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in 'Wicked: For Good' ; Oscars statuette; Jennifer Lopez in 'Kiss of the Spider Woman'
Early 2026 Oscars contenders emerge, fromWicked: For Good to Jennifer Lopez inKiss of the Spider Woman
By Joey Nolfi
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See Kelly Osbourne get engaged to Slipknot's Sid Wilson at dad Ozzy Osbourne's final show with Black Sabbath. Sid Wilson and Kelly Osbourne attend Matt Mathews' Celebration of Boujee On A Budget Tour with Live Nation at The Peppermint Club on November 20, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
See Kelly Osbourne get engaged to Slipknot's Sid Wilson at dad Ozzy Osbourne's final show with Black Sabbath
By Ryan Coleman
Back To The Beginning concert- Ozzy Osbourne's Last concert with Black Sabbath
Ozzy Osbourne says farewell, plays final concert with Black Sabbath to hometown crowd of 40,000
By Shania Russell
Mel B marries Rory McPhee at St Paul's Cathedral on July 05, 2025 in London, England.
Spice Girl Mel B marries hairstylist Rory McPhee after couple dated 6 years
By Shania Russell
Kelly Clarkson on 'The Voice'
Kelly Clarkson postpones opening weekend of Las Vegas residency: 'I am devastated'
By Wesley Stenzel
Bad Bunny on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' on Jan. 13, 2025; President Donald Trump at the NATO Summit in The Hague on June 25, 2025
Bad Bunny uses Donald Trump voice imitation to deliver pro-immigrant speech in new music video
By Wesley Stenzel
Liam Gallagher in London on June 29, 2018
Liam Gallagher apologizes for using anti-Asian slur ahead of Oasis reunion tour: 'I do not discriminate'
By Wesley Stenzel
Adam Levine on THE VOICE -- "Live Finale Part A" Episode 2715A; Micro Pig; Blake Shelton arrives at the 2025 American Music Awards at Fontainebleau Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada
Adam Levine says formerVoice co-judge Blake Shelton once pranked him into buying a $5,000 'teacup pig'
By Emlyn Travis
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom at the 10th Annual Breakthrough Prize Ceremony on April 13, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry's reps break silence on split, say stars will 'focus on co-parenting'
By Lauren Huff
Ringo Starr attends the Stella McCartney Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on March 04, 2024 in Paris, France.
Ringo Starr says he asked for script changes in Sam Mendes' Beatles biopic: 'That's not how we were'
By Shania Russell
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Mello Buckzz performs with Latto at the Sahara Tent during the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 23, 2023 in Indio, California
Rapper Mello Buckzz reacts to shooting at Chicago album release party: 'My heart broke into so many pieces'
By Emlyn Travis
Connie Francis, 87, and her dog Lexi; Connie Francis in 1955
'Pretty Little Baby' singer Connie Francis hospitalized over 'extreme pain' amid canceled performance
By Joey Nolfi
Tupac Shakur and his mother, Afeni Shakur
Suge Knight alleges from prison that Tupac Shakur's mom 'gave him pills' to help him die the night he was shot
By Joey Nolfi
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs at the pre-Grammy gala in 2020
Sean 'Diddy' Combs found not guilty of sex trafficking Cassie Ventura, guilty of transportation for prostitution
By Oliver Gettell and Joey Nolfi
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Sean Combs at the Pre-Grammy Gala in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Jan. 25, 2020; 50 Cent at the BMF/STARZ – For Your Consideration 2024 event in Atlanta on May 2, 2024
50 Cent compares Sean Combs to John Gotti following split verdict: 'That boy a bad man!'
By Wesley Stenzel
Taylor Hawkins and Dave Grohl in 2013
Dave Grohl honors late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins on debut album's 30th anniversary: 'We all miss you'
By Emlyn Travis
John Legend and Kanye West at the 2015 MTV VMAs
John Legend responds to Ye saying he smells like 'mashed potatoes' after antisemitic rants: 'It's just sad'
By Joey Nolfi
Post Malone performs at Coachella in April
Post Malone falls off concert stage while reaching out to toast a fan
By Raechal Shewfelt
THIS IS SPINAL TAP US 1984 HARRY SHEARER, CHRISTOPHER GUEST, MICHAEL McKEAN, ROB REINER, Date 1984
Spinal Tap II can thankStranger Things and Kate Bush for convincing Rob Reiner to break his 'no sequels' rule
By Mike Miller
Katy Perry performs at Qudos Bank Arena on June 04, 2025 in Sydney, Australia.
Katy Perry cries on stage following split from Orlando Bloom
By Wesley Stenzel
INDIO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 12: (FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY) Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day performs at the Coachella Stage during the 2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival at Empire Polo Club on April 12, 2025 in Indio, California
Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong kicks fan off stage for playing Oasis: 'Wrong song!'
By Emlyn Travis
Gavin Adcock performs at The Big 98's Friendsgiving at The Grand Ole Opry on November 25, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee, Beyoncé perform during the halftime show for the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on December 25, 2024 in Houston, Texas
Country singer Gavin Adcock slams Beyoncé’sCowboy Carterfor topping country charts: 'That s--- ain’t country'
By Shania Russell
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Katy Perry attends the Vanity Fair Oscar Party at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, California, on March 2, 2025
Katy Perry files for restraining order against California man who reportedly infiltrated her property
By Joey Nolfi
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Zoey (Ji-young Yoo), Rumi (Arden Cho), and Mira (May Hong) in 'Kpop Demon Hunters'
2 fictional K-pop groups are giving BTS a run for their money
By Nick Romano
Jack Quaid and Dennis Quaid attend the UTA's 2024 Golden Globe After-Party at La Dolce Vita on January 07, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California.
Jack Quaid recalls dad Dennis Quaid constantly playing 'Great Balls of Fire' on piano: 'Soundtrack to my childhood'
By Lauren Huff
SisQó; Cynthia Erivo
Cynthia Erivo names Sisqo's 'Thong Song' among her top 7 vocal performances
By Maureen Lee Lenker
Bob Vylan performing on the West Holts Stage, during the Glastonbury Festival
BBC regrets streaming Bob Vylan's 'death to IDF' chants at Glastonbury Festival, condemns 'antisemitic sentiments'
By Shania Russell
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and musical guest Paul Simon
Paul Simon cancels tour dates due to 'chronic and intense back pain' that 'demands immediate attention'
By Emlyn Travis
Beyonce on stage at NRG Stadium in her home city, Houston Texas ON JUNE 28, 2025. This was the first of two shows here on her COWBOY CARTER TOUR.
Beyoncé's flying car gets stuck midair after 'technical mishap' at HoustonCowboy Carter concert
By Shania Russell