Celebrity

HOLLYWOOD HILLS—The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced on Monday, August 15 that charges were filed against rapper A$AP Rocky, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, 33, for an alleged assault with a firearm against a former friend last November. “Discharging a gun in a public place is a serious offense that could have ended with tragic consequences not...

HOLLYWOOD—Denise Dowse, who was the actress best known for her role as Vice Principal Yvonne Teasley on "Beverly Hills, 90210" passed away on August 13 at the age of 64. She had been battling a virulent form of meningitis that put her in a comatose state.  Her sister, Tracey, wrote on social media: “Denise Yvonne Dowse was the most amazing...

HOLLYWOOD—Actress Anne Heche, 53, who sustained serious burns and injuries after crashing her vehicle into a Los Angeles home that later went up in flames was pronounced brain dead on Friday, August 12.  According to reports, Anne’s team declared her brain dead, after suffering an anoxic brain injury, but her heart is still functioning and she is on life...

HOLLYWOOD—The star of the 1970 musical “Grease,” Olivia Newton-John died at the age of 73 on Monday, August 8. She is known by many for her role as Sandy in the 1979 flick “Grease” alongside John Travolta.  The announcement of the actresses’ passing was made via her social media page on Monday with a statement that read: “Dame Olivia Newton-John...

SANTA MONICA—On Friday, August 5, at approximately 12:01 p.m. officials responded to a call after a vehicle plowed through a home at 1766 Walgrove Avenue in Mar Vista. The car erupted into flames causing a structure fire.  Actress Anne Heche, 53, was inside the Blue Mini Cooper, that has been captured on video speeding thru several streets. The actress...

LOS ANGELES—The Los Angeles County District Attorney announced on July 19 that they filed felony domestic violence charges against Charlotte Hornets NBA forward Miles Bridges. “Domestic violence creates physical, mental and emotional trauma that has a lasting impact on survivors,” said District Attorney George Gascón. “Children who witness family violence are especially vulnerable and the impact on them is immeasurable....

HOLLYWOOD—The contenders for the highest accolade in TV were announced on Tuesday, July 12, as nominees for the Primetime Emmy Awards were unveiled. Actor JB Smoove and actress Melissa Fumero announced the nominees. The TV series leading the pack with a total of 25 nominations was the HBO series “Succession.” Both the Apple TV series “Ted Lasso” and the...

HOLLYWOOD—Nights biggest night for the ‘culture’ transpired during the 2022 BET Awards held live in Los Angeles. The ceremony which celebrated 20 years this year kicked off with a performance by Lizzo bursting out her latest hit giving off a 70s vibe if I’m being honest. The ceremony was hosted by Oscar-nominee Taraji P. Henson and it was a...

HOLLYWOOD—I thought I would never see the day that the Daytime Emmy Awards would return to TV, but they are back and rightfully so. There is so much talent on Daytime TV that goes overlooked, but it is nice to see those in daytime television receive their accolades. The ceremony was hosted by Nichelle Turner and Kevin Frazier, who...

HOLLYWOOD—When it comes to the Tony Awards it tends to be a mixed bag for me. Sometimes they entertain, sometimes they don’t. I think the last time I recall actually watching the ceremony might have been a few years ago when “Hamilton” dominated the ceremony and Neil Patrick Harris took on hosting duties where he delivered an iconic and...