Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Celebrity

Academy Apologizes to Chris Rock. Says Will Smith Was Asked to Leave After Fight But Wouldn’t: Suspension Possible

The Motion Picture Academy says they asked Will Smith to leave the Dolby Theater after he slapped or punched Chris Rock on live national...

Elton John Oscar Party, Co-Hosted by Lady Gaga, Raised $8.6 Mil for AIDS Research — And Elton Satellited In For a Private Show!

Elton John was on stage somewhere in the heartland Sunday night. He couldn't even be at his own Oscar party in Hollywood. But the...

RIP Tears for Paulie Herman, De Niro Associate, “Sopranos” Actor, Beloved Hollywood Restaurateur

I am so sorry to hear that Paulie Herman has died. He was 76, and a beloved character on both coasts. Paulie may be known...

Will Smith Gets Support from Double Murderer OJ Simpson: “I understand the sentiment”

Will Smith has gotten support from former football star, ex con, and double murderer OJ Simpson on Twitter. Simpson was found responsible for the deaths...

Oscar Weekend Wrap Up: Rita Moreno, Diane Warren Light Up 15th Annual Women in Film Event

There was no better way to start the Oscar Weekend  than to get off the elevator at the Bar Lis at the Thompson Hotel...

Watch the Oscars Backstage Interview with Billie Eilish and Finneas Conducted By This Site

Backstage at the Oscars Sunday night I was thrilled to interview Billie Eilish and Finneas after they won Best Song for "No Time to...

Will Smith Apologizes. But What Are the Consequences for the Slap Seen ‘Round the World?

Will Smith posted an apology to Chris Rock, the Academy, and the world today, on Instagram. But what are the consequences for the slap seen...

Motion Picture Academy Condemns Violence, Opens Formal Review Into Will Smith Case

The Motion Picture Academy is opening a formal review into the act of violence that took place on their stage last night. The Academy issued...