Pamela Avila
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Fact checking 'A Million Miles Away': How many times did NASA reject José M. Hernández?
"A Million Miles Away" is based on the true story of migrant farmworker José Moreno Hernández's journey to space. What is fact and what is fiction? → Read More
'Real Housewives' star Kyle Richards, Mauricio Umansky split after 27 years of marriage: Reports
Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky have called it quits after 27 years of marriage. The two met in 1994 and married two years later. → Read More
Michael Imperioli 'forbids bigots and homophobes' from watching 'Sopranos' following Supreme Court ruling
If you're a "bigot" or "homophobe," actor Michael Imperioli does not want you watching his work in "White Lotus" or "The Sopranos." → Read More
Zoe Saldaña challenges 'negative' media portrayal of Latinos with film 'The Absence of Eden'
Zoe Saldaña aims to challenge the misconceptions surrounding immigration through her new film "The Absence of Eden," directed by her husband. → Read More
John Mulaney celebrates Father's Day with Olivia Munn, son Malcolm: 'I love you forever'
This Father's Day, celebrity dads are basking in their first year as a dad, the joyous moments and more. Here's how stars are celebrating. → Read More
Fact checking Eva Longoria's 'Flamin' Hot' movie: Who really invented spicy Cheetos?
How accurate is 'Flamin' Hot,' Eva Longoria's new movie about Richard Montañez and the invention of spicy Cheetos? We fact check the film. → Read More
How José Olivarez illuminates the mundane, makes poetry accessible with 'Promises of Gold' collection
If you're looking for a poetry collection about familial, romantic, platonic and self kids of love – pick up "Promises of Gold," on sale now. → Read More
Kirstie Alley, star of 'Cheers' and 'Look Who's Talking,' dies at 71 after private cancer battle
Kirstie Alley, an actress best known for playing Rebecca Howe on the hit NBC sitcom "Cheers," has died from cancer. She was 71. → Read More
Silvana Estrada, Angela Alvarez, C. Tangana, more Latin Grammys nominees to add to your playlist ASAP
Need new music to add to your library? We've got our fave picks from 95-year-old Angela Alvarez, Yahritza y Su Esencia, Bomba Estéreo and more. → Read More
Taylor Swift makes surprise appearance, Rita Ora and Taika Waititi co-host MTV EMAs 2022
Pop stars Taylor Swift and Harry Styles won big at the MTV Europe Music Awards on Nov. 13. Rita Ora and Taika Waititi co-hosted the awards show. → Read More
Ranchera royalty Ángela Aguilar follows 'in the footsteps of my dad' Pepe, but could also be its future
Mexican American singer Ángela Aguilar, 19, and father Pepe Aguilar, 54, discuss ranchera music's roots and their "Jaripeo Sin Fronteras" tour. → Read More
J Balvín says becoming a father won't change how he dresses: 'I'm not going to become boring'
Colombian reggaeton star J Balvín on defining his personal style, fatherhood, his new BodegaWear collaboration and giving back to his community. → Read More
Ewan McGregor addresses racist comments to 'Obi-Wan' star Moses Ingram: 'You're no Star Wars fan in my mind'
Ewan McGregor calls out "Star Wars" fans after "Obi-Wan Kenobi" star Moses Ingram received racist comments online. → Read More
Wynonna Judd reflects on mom Naomi's death: 'This cannot be how The Judds story ends'
Nearly a month after the death of her mother, Naomi Judd, Wynonna is checking in with fans and reflecting on the grieving process. → Read More
Earth, Wind and Fire saxophonist Andrew Woolfolk dead at 71: 'See you on the other side, my friend'
Andrew Woolfolk, a longtime saxophonist for Earth, Wind & Fire, has died at 71. Bandmember Philip J. Bailey announced his death on Monday, April 26. → Read More
'SNL' spoofs Easter with Britney Spears, Dr. Fauci: 'COVID cases are a lot like Jesus'
"SNL" celebrated Easter by tackling everything from Britney Spears' pregnancy and Marjorie Taylor Greene to Dr. Fauci and the resurrection of COVID. → Read More
Lizzo pokes fun at Chris Evans pregnancy rumors in 'SNL' hosting debut: 'It's called manifesting'
During her opening monologue as a first-time "SNL" host, Lizzo addressed Chris Evans baby rumors, got real about her pre-show nerves and more. → Read More
Chris Rock addresses Will Smith's Oscars slap: 'I'm still kind of processing what happened'
Chris Rock is addressing the elephant in the room at his first sold-out comedy show since Will Smith slapped him at the Oscars on Sunday. → Read More
'Compassionate and generous man': Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, John Stamos, more mourn 'Full House' dad Bob Saget
America's beloved TV dad Bob Saget died Sunday at age 65. "Full House" co-stars John Stamos, Dave Coulier, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen paid tribute. → Read More
Alec Baldwin gives his account of the 'Rust' shooting, Hilaria Baldwin offers support: 'I will take care of you'
Alec Baldwin gave his first sit-down interview to talk about the "Rust" shooting that killed Halyna Hutchins. Here's what he said. → Read More