Rasha Ali
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Halle Bailey had to push herself 'past what I thought I could ever do' in 'Little Mermaid'
Halle Bailey reveals some of the biggest challenges in portraying Ariel in "The Little Mermaid" and says she's still in disbelief she got the part. → Read More
Roy Wood Jr. rips into Tucker Carlson, Don Lemon at White House Correspondents' Dinner
White House Correspondents' Dinner host Roy Wood Jr. ('The Daily Show') zeroed in on Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon's departures from Fox News and CNN. → Read More
'We just want to be seen': 'Black-ish' creator Kenya Barris, Anthony Anderson reflect on show's legacy
After eight years on the air, ABC's "Black-ish" is coming to an end. Anthony Anderson, Tracee Ellis Ross and the cast reflect on the TV show's legacy. → Read More
Britney Spears announces she is pregnant with her third child: 'I am having a baby'
Britney Spears shared on social media she is pregnant with her third child and opened up about perinatal depression. → Read More
Will Smith blocked from Academy events for 10 years, Board of Governors decides after slap
The Board of Governors decided Will Smith will not be allowed to attend any Academy events for 10 years after he slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars. → Read More
Artists behind Jessica Chastain, Doja Cat's claws highlight Oscars, Grammys nail trends
Nail artists are breaking down Oscars and Grammys nail art from their celebrity clients, including Jessica Chastain, Issa Rae and Doja Cat. → Read More
Foo Fighters cancel remainder of tour dates to 'grieve' and 'heal' from Taylor Hawkins' death
Drummer Taylor Hawkins died at 50 last week. His Foo Fighters bandmates are canceling their remaining tour dates to grieve. → Read More
Foo Fighters cancel remainder of tour dates to 'grieve' and 'heal' from Taylor Hawkins' death
Drummer Taylor Hawkins died at 50 last week. His Foo Fighters bandmates are canceling their remaining tour dates to grieve. → Read More
'SNL' calls out Fox News hosts Laura Ingraham and Tucker Carlson for views on Russian invasion
'SNL' mocks Fox News hosts Tucker Carlson and Laura Ingraham as the anchors attempt to fundraise for Ukraine. → Read More
Black History Month: How Octavia Butler's legacy was born out of a bad science-fiction movie
Octavia Butler came from humble beginnings, but made her mark in the science-fiction world. Her legacy continues long after her death. → Read More
Alex Trebek's 'Jeopardy!' pick Laura Coates says she was told 'no' after asking to host
Prior to his death, Alex Trebek said CNN legal analyst Laura Coates could be a good replacement for him. She now says she was rejected from the job. → Read More
Jussie Smollett found guilty of 5 counts of staging racist, anti-gay attack in Chicago, lying to police
After a week-long trial, jurors in the Jussie Smollett case found the ex-'Empire' actor guilty of felony disorderly conduct. → Read More
'Absolutely no words': Gabrielle Union, Megyn Kelly, more celebs react to Kyle Rittenhouse verdict
Social media erupted Friday with celebrities voicing their opinions on the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse, who a jury found not guilty on all charges. → Read More
Paul Rudd crowned People’s 2021 Sexiest Man Alive: 'I'm getting business cards made'
The sun has set on Michael B. Jordan's reign as sexiest man alive. Now, it's "Ant-Man" star Paul Rudd's turn to hold the title. → Read More
Gwen Stefani celebrates engagement anniversary to Blake Shelton with rare proposal footage
Gwen Stefani is celebrating her one year engagement anniversary by sharing a behind the scenes look at the proposal. → Read More
Reality-TV 'Cops,' canceled after George Floyd's death, rescued by Fox Nation streaming service
More than a year after Paramount Network canceled "Cops," Fox Nation announced it will begin streaming the unscripted show's 33rd season on October 1. → Read More
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher don’t shower every day. Should you?
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutchers' comments on how often they bathe had some questioning their hygiene, so we asked experts to weigh in. → Read More
Meghan McCain says she's 'finding a new path' after being 'the queen of burnout' for a long time
Meghan McCain is sharing how her dad's death, a miscarriage and motherhood amid the COVID-19 pandemic led her to address her "burnout." → Read More
Abby Huntsman says leaving 'The View' was 'best decision' for her 'mental health,' 'happiness'
Abby Huntsman announced her departure from "The View" over a year ago and says it was the best decision for her mental health. → Read More
Prince Harry criticized for calling First Amendment 'bonkers'
Prince Harry is facing criticism after dropping more bombshells about British royal life on Dax Shepard's "Armchair Expert" podcast last week. → Read More