Entertainment Archives

Chris Rock publicly addresses Oscars incident for the first time

March 31, 2022 6:10 AM CNN

Chris Rock made an emotional return to the stage on Wednesday night for the first time since Will Smith slapped him at the Academy Awards.

Academy initiates ‘disciplinary proceedings’ against Will Smith over Oscars incident

March 30, 2022 3:45 PM CNN Newsource, April Hettinger

By Chloe Melas and Sandra Gonzalez, CNN The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences has “initiated disciplinary proceedings” against actor Will Smith over his actions at Sunday’s Oscars, the group announced on Wednesday. “Board of Governors today initiated disciplinary proceedings against Mr. Smith for violations of the Academy’s Standards of Conduct, including inappropriate physical

Chris Rock ticket sales skyrocket after the Oscars

March 29, 2022 6:50 PM Louis Aranda, CNN, Vince Ybarra

Since the Oscars this past Sunday, ticket sales for Chris Rock’s comedy tour has increased in popularity.

Ezra Miller, ‘The Flash’ star, arrested for disorderly conduct

March 29, 2022 9:32 AM CNN

Ezra Miller, who stars in the upcoming DC film “The Flash,” was arrested in Hilo, Hawaii on Monday morning.

Oscars ratings surged 56% after Will Smith’s viral slap

March 29, 2022 8:20 AM April Hettinger

Sunday’s Academy Awards featured historic wins and a slap that went viral.

Best picture winner ‘CODA’ is just one recent film influenced by deaf creators who are changing the industry

March 28, 2022 7:11 AM CNN

In Siân Heder’s Oscar-winning coming-of-age film “CODA,” the Rossi family living room is a place the foursome gathers for big conversations — from the difficult and awkward to the celebratory.

Will Smith squares up to Chris Rock, wins best actor at Oscars

March 28, 2022 6:28 AM Jacqueline Aguilar, The Associated Press

Will Smith paraded on stage and slapped presenter Chris Rock during the 94th Academy Awards after Rock made a joke about the appearance of Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith.

A local company is inviting the public to skate for a good cause

March 25, 2022 1:16 PM Joe Teposte, Jenny Day

Nonprofits are always looking for ways to generate interest and help their cause. Then there are the business owners that believe in taking a proactive stance when helping their community.

Nike, Vanessa Bryant partner up to honor the late Kobe Bryant

March 25, 2022 7:34 AM CNN, Cole Johnson

Nike is partnering with NBA legend Kobe Bryant’s widow, Vanessa Bryant, to honor her late husband’s legacy.

‘Selena’ returning to theaters in honor of the 25th anniversary

March 23, 2022 7:14 AM CNN

If you’ve been “Dreaming” of seeing “Selena” on the big screen, there’s good news.

Disney Headquarters Walk Out

March 22, 2022 3:00 PM CNN

Disney employees staged a walkout Tuesday in protest of the company’s response to Florida’s controversial Parental Rights in Education law, which critics have dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill.

Rachel Zegler invited to present at Oscars

March 22, 2022 1:38 PM The Associated Press

“West Side Story” star Rachel Zegler may get her Oscars moment after all.

Oscars preview: 6 things to look for before, during and after the show

March 22, 2022 7:29 AM CNN

Despite cosmetic changes and experiments with hosts (or no host), the Oscars have remained largely rooted in tradition, producing a 20th-century TV show for a 21st-century audience.

Latin artist Daddy Yankee retires

March 21, 2022 5:14 PM Louis Aranda, CNN

Daddy Yankee uploaded a video on social media and YouTube announcing he will be retiring from the music industry.

A neighborhood is seeking help in order to continue its memorial event

March 18, 2022 6:31 PM Joe Teposte, Jenny Day

Jacky Muldrew remembers Tyrone Hall as a friendly and outgoing person, who was always willing to help someone in need. Hall was killed in February of 2021.