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NEW YORK, NY (August 19, 2026) – American Ballet Theatre is proud to announce that acclaimed stage and screen artist Cynthia Erivo will be honored at American Ballet Theatre’s 2026 Fall Gala: Angels and Demons, on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center in New York City. A two-time Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award winner and three-time Academy Award nominee, Erivo has become one of the most compelling and versatile artists of her generation. Her acclaimed portrayal of Elphaba in the Wicked films earned her widespread recognition, including Academy Award, Golden Globe, SAG, BAFTA, Critics’ Choice, and NAACP nominations. Earlier…
NEW YORK (August 19, 2026) – Fresh off its landmark merger with Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), the Professional Fighters League (PFL) returns to Chicago on Friday, October 16, as Wintrust Arena hosts the crowning of the inaugural PFL Women’s Flyweight World Champion. The event continues the momentum of the newly combined PFL and MVP organization, which is expanding its global footprint while continuing to deliver world-class MMA and boxing events around the world. The timeless Liz “Girl-Rilla” Carmouche (26-8) faces off once again with submission specialist Jena Bishop (11-3), this time for the inaugural PFL Women’s Flyweight World Title. Pre-sale tickets for PFL Chicago are available now, and tickets will…
Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson are celebrating another milestone in a marriage that has stood the test of time. The longtime couple, who met while attending college and married in 1980, have built a lasting partnership while establishing impressive careers in Hollywood and theater. As they mark 46 years together, their relationship remains one of the entertainment industry’s enduring love stories. via The Grio: The longtime couple marked their anniversary with loving tributes reflecting on their life together and looking ahead to “46 more” years. Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson are celebrating 46 years of marriage…
LOS ANGELES, CA (August 18, 2026) – The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) announced today that its 31st edition will take place May 20–23, 2027 in Los Angeles, marking the beginning of the festival’s next chapter. Following its milestone 30th anniversary, ABFF enters its fourth decade as one of the industry’s most influential gatherings and a trusted platform for discovering talent, advancing careers, and building lasting relationships. The festival will convene its community at the center of the entertainment industry. “For more than three decades, we’ve built ABFF with the belief that access can change the trajectory of a career and that creating space for new voices…
Megan Thee Stallion is adding even more hardware to her impressive career résumé. The Houston rapper has earned nine new certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), recognizing the commercial success of several of her biggest songs. Among the latest achievements is a 6× Platinum certification for “Savage,” the 2020 hit that became a career-defining moment for Megan and received an additional boost from its Grammy-winning remix featuring Beyoncé. The new certifications highlight the lasting impact and continued popularity of Megan’s music. via Billboard: Meg’s Billboard Hot 100-topping “Savage” is now 6x Platinum, while her “Body” and “Girls in…
Ye and Don Toliver are bringing their collaboration “OK” to life with a dark and surreal new visual. Directed by Bianca Censori, the music video unfolds inside an operating room, where surgeons work on Ye before Don Toliver emerges and ultimately helps bring the rapper back to life. The track appears on the deluxe edition of Ye’s BULLY.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues its extraordinary box-office run, officially crossing the $2 billion mark worldwide. The Marvel and Sony blockbuster starring Tom Holland and Zendaya has become only the eighth film in history to reach the milestone and the second-fastest to do so, trailing only Avengers: Endgame. The achievement adds another major accomplishment to a theatrical run that has already seen the film dominate the North American box office. via Yahoo! Entertainment: The Sony Pictures release added an estimated $70 million from theaters in the United States and Canada over the weekend, bringing its domestic total to $785.8 million.…
via Deadline: Maleah Joi Moon is at the center of the new chapter, playing Deborah Wayne, the youngest daughter of Hillman royalty: Whitley Gilbert-Wayne (Jasmine Guy) and Dwayne Wayne (Kadeem Hardison). Deborah is a sheltered young woman, a free spirit with a flair for the spotlight and a big heart who’s still figuring out her own path at Hillman. The trailer reveals Deborah will have a special relationship with Dr. Langhorne, played by Debbie Allen. Allen has been part of the continuation from the start as an executive producer and director of the premiere episode. The legendary multi-hyphenate, who directed…
The Jonas Brothers are taking it everywhere, all over again. Following an overwhelming response to their sold-out celebrations at Madison Square Garden, Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas today announce The Burning Up Tour All Over Again will expand into a 45-city North American tour. What began as a one-of-a-kind event honoring the iconic “Burning Up Tour,” the blockbuster arena run that became a defining moment for the band and a generation of fans, is now hitting the road, bringing one of the Jonas Brothers’ most unforgettable live experiences to fans across the country. Bringing even more excitement to the tour, Magnus Ferrell, Franklin Jonas,…
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is showing no signs of slowing down at the box office. The Marvel blockbuster remained at No. 1 in North America for the fourth consecutive weekend, bringing in an estimated $39 million during its latest weekend in theaters. The continued success adds to an impressive theatrical run for the Tom Holland-led film, which has maintained its position at the top despite competition from other major releases. via UPI: Spider-Man: Brand New Day is the No. 1 movie in North America, earning $70 million in receipts in its third weekend, BoxOfficeMojo.com announced Sunday. Coming in at No. 2…