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Doctor pleads guilty to distributing ketamine to Matthew Perry, which led to the actor’s accidental overdose last year. Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” to compete in the country category at the Grammys, despite being snubbed by the Country Music Awards earlier this year. Adam Brody has become Hollywood’s newest heartthrob after his performance in “Nobody Wants This” has fans head-over-heels. Pink Floyd...

Pioneer of African American representation on television John Amos dies at 84. Charli XCX teases new collaborations on the “Brat” remix album. Pitchfork releases their top songs and albums of the 2020’s so far. Spirit Halloween playfully retaliated against SNL’s joke at the store’s expense. LA is to host the Circa: Queer Histories Festival on Saturday with a long list of great LGBTQ events.  Actor...

Charli D’amelio to make Broadway debut in “& Juliet” in “& Juliet” to show off dancing skills. Francis Ford Coppola’s film ‘Megapolis’ doesn’t perform well in its opening weekend, whereas DreamWorks’ ‘The Wild Robot’ outperforms. Rebel Wilson announces marriage to partner Romona Agruma in a social media post of their destination wedding in Italy. Broadway actor and Tony winner Gavin Creel...

Hoda Kotb  announces her exit from the TODAY show, but will remain in the NBC family. SZA confirmed third studio album “LANA” while dressed as a bug and eating hot wings. Detroit’s Bridgerton Ball failed to meet expectations and was described as a “chaotic disappointment.” Season two of “The Last of Us” just dropped the newest trailer with new character Abby portrayed by Kaitlin Dever. The People’...

Kim Porter’s children denounce their late mother’s best-selling memoir about relationship with Sean Combs. Ryan Murphy defends his Netflix series after backlash from Erik Menendez. Lady Gaga announces  a “Joker: Folie à Deux” companion album. A new Janis Joplin biopic depicting the singer’s last days before her death brings together legendary songwriter Linda Perry and actress Shailene Woodley. Co...

In concert news, Sabrina Carpenter kicked off her Short n’ Sweet tour this week, but with one thing missing and Addison Rae and Lorde joined Charli XCX and Troye Sivan for the Madison Square Garden. Emerald Fennell announced her third feature film, “Wuthering Heights”, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. Dolly Parton learns during a television segment that she is actually related to her godda...

Chappell Roan’s non-endorsement of a presidential candidate polarizes fans. Travis Scott shoots to the top of the Billboard charts thanks to vinyl sales. Marvel Studios releases the extended version of the “Thunderbolts” trailer, showing off some familiar faces. South Korean shooting silver medalist lands first acting gig…playing an assassin of course. Finally, unknown music by Mozart is found in...

John Mulaney and Olivia Munn welcome a new baby girl. Janet Jackson apologies for false comments made about Kamala Harris’ race. Actress Hayden Panettiere claps back after fans began speculating on her health and habits following a recent viral interview clip. Hulu has released a new reality show following Mormon influencer wives with lives packed full of drama. “The Boyfriend” debuts as Japan’s f...

Zach Bryan apologizes to Swifites over a drunken Anti-Taylor post. Bad Bunny and Karol G earn most nominated artists at the Latin Grammys. Sabrina Carpenter is ready to jingle rock the house down with her first ever Christmas special on Netflix. Stevie Wonder announced a 10-day U.S. tour aligned with the 2024 election. Netflix releases teaser trailer for season 2 of “Avatar the Last Airbender” and...

Mr. Beast and Amazon sued for alleged harassment during the Youtuber’s game show. Instagram announces new teen accounts after continued pressure from parents. Former One Direction member Zayn Malik announces first solo tour. SNL has released the hosts and musical guests for the first episodes of season 50 with a healthy mix of veterans and new faces. Ellen DeGeneres released the trailer for her fi...

New details emerge about the past of the company OceanGate, which was responsible for the Titan’s implosion in 2023. Demi Lovato made her directorial debut with “Child Star”, a documentary aimed to highlight the struggles of child actors in the entertainment industry. Miley Cyrus sued over allegations that she copied Bruno Mar in Grammy-winning song “Flowers.” FX premiered the miniseries “Aaron He...

The phrase "very demure, very mindful," coined by beauty influencer Jules Lebron, has gone viral on TikTok, with users commenting it on countless posts. In Bachelor news, the show is finally expanding its religious conversations, recently featuring a date where the Bachelor, Jen, discussed religious backgrounds with a Jewish contestant. Comedian John Mulaney and actress Olivia Munn have...

Young Thug's trial has resumed after an eight-week delay, marking Georgia's longest trial in history due to repeated disruptions, including the removal of the original judge. Red Sox player Jaron Duran faced a two-game suspension after using a homophobic slur against a fan, with the MLB issuing an apology. Meanwhile, a box office feud is brewing between celebrity couple Blake Lively and Ry...

Starting with the movie It Ends With Us , released last Friday, fans noticed drama between stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, with Baldoni notably absent from much of the press, sparking rumors of tension within the cast. In Olympic news, Snoop Dogg concluded his role as the spokesperson for the Olympics by performing "Drop It Like It's Hot" at the closing ceremony in Los Angeles...

Starting off, influencer and podcast host Brooke Schofield issued an apology for racist tweets she made between 2012 and 2015, expressing regret and hoping fans will see her personal growth. In other news, Travis Kelsey is set to host the reboot of Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? , now titled Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity? , where contestants will compete against celebrities in general trivi...

Starting off, Star Wars actress Daisy Ridley revealed her diagnosis of Graves' disease, a thyroid condition affecting women over 30, and she’s advocating for increased visibility of the illness. In major Taylor Swift news, all three of her Vienna, Austria shows have been canceled due to a potential terrorist threat, with two men arrested for planning an attack. Euphoria star Hunter Schafer dis...

Hello everyone, this is Samantha A.K.A. Sammy Sam's Life on TikTok with your pop culture news on Current Too. Justin Timberlake lost his license after a hearing for his DWI last month, despite his lawyer's claims that he wasn't intoxicated. The season finale of HBO's House of the Dragon premiered Monday, although it had been leaked online the previous week, and the show has been re...

Hello, this is Samantha, also known as Sammy Sam's Life on TikTok, bringing you the latest in pop culture news. Richard Gad, star of "Baby Reindeer," faces a lawsuit from Fiona Harvey, who alleges the show caused her emotional distress and public harassment by basing its stalker character on her. Top Chef alum Shirley Chung has revealed her battle with stage four tongue cancer, optin...

Hello, this is Samantha, also known as Sammy Sam's Life on TikTok, bringing you pop culture news with Current Too. At San Diego Comic-Con, it was announced that Robert Downey Jr. will return to the Marvel Universe as Iron Man, but with a twist—he'll be playing a different version of the character, sparking mixed reactions among fans. In other news, famous TikToker Hannah Neilan, who once s...

“Love Island UK” gained third largest viewership in show history over drama-filled ‘Movie Night’ episode, with rumors about next eliminations spiraling. “Call Her Daddy” Podcast host Alex Cooper has been hired by NBC to increase female viewership at the Olympics with sponsored content and watch parties. Actor and comedian Jake Johnston, known for “Anchorman” and “Bob’s Burgers”, has pleaded guilty...

Charlotte the stingray, who gained fame on social media through her immaculate conception, has passed away due to a medical complication. Ye is sued by former employees at Yeezy for discriminatory and racist treatment during app development. 2024 BET awards shockingly paid tribute to OJ Simpson during In Memoriam segment. Despicable Me 4 releases this week, but the reviews do not give it a desirab...

Taylor Swift performed at Wembley Stadium on Sunday for her third London show in the Eras Tour. Accusations of recorded performances prompted Swift to assure the authenticity of the performance by thanking her band and crew on stage. Surprise guests and stage appearances truly made it a night to remember. Disney Studios released a teaser video on TikTok for Freaky Friday 2, including original cast...

The 2024 Tony Awards were broadcasted on Sunday night, showcasing the 36 new productions that hit broadway this year. Jonathan Groff and Daniel Radcliff won their first Tony’s, and Hilary Clinton received a standing ovation. The final part of Bridgerton Season 3 was released last week, giving fans the perfect romantic conclusion to the favorite “Polin” couple. HBO paired the release of House of th...

Newest Hunger Games novel and movie announced for release ( AP , Variety ) Shiloh Jolie-Pitt petitions to drops father’s last name ( People , LA Times ) Umbrella Academy season 4 trailer and release date drops ( Cosmopolitan ) Warner Brothers announces Practical Magic 2 to fans’ delight ( EW ) ‘Suits’ season 9 premiere announced by Netflix ( Netflix ) Chappell Roan rejects White House performance...