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Legendary Actress Diahann Carroll Dies at 84

Entertainment, National | Tuesday, October 8

Diahann Carroll, the captivating singer and actress who came from the Bronx to win a Tony Award, receive an Oscar nomination and make television history with her turns on Julia and Dynasty, died Friday. She was 84. Carroll died at her home in Los Angeles after a long bout with cancer, her daughter, producer-journalist Suzanne... Read More.

Halle Bailey To Play Ariel In Live-Action Version Of “The Little Mermaid”

Entertainment, National | Friday, July 5

Halle Bailey will next be going under the sea, starring as Ariel in the upcoming adaptation of “The Little Mermaid.” The live-action version will include original songs from the 1989 animated hit as well as new tunes from original composer Alan Menken and “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda. Some of the tunes include... Read More.

Chuck Barksdale of The Dells dies at 84

Entertainment, National | Thursday, May 16

The Dells’ voices carried them from Thornton Township High School in Harvey, Ill., to global soul stardom, they became one of Chicago’s most versatile, accomplished and enduring R&B groups. Their bass singer and co-founder Chuck Barksdale, who always enjoyed discussing this incredible journey, died on Wednesday after a lengthy illness,according to the singer’s... Read More.

John Singleton, Award Winning Filmmaker, Dies At Age 51

Entertainment, National | Monday, April 29

John Singleton, the groundbreaking film director, screenwriter and producer, died Monday in Los Angeles after suffering a stroke on April 17. He was 51. A family spokesperson said Singleton passed away peacefully at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, surrounded by his family and friends. “We want to thank the amazing doctors at Cedars-Sinai Hospital for their... Read More.

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Chicago Prosecuter Defends Jussie Smollett Case Dismissal

Entertainment, National | Thursday, March 28

Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx on Wednesday defended the decision by her staff to drop charges that “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett staged a racist, anti-gay attack in January. Foxx recused herself before Smollett was charged last month because she had discussed the case with a Smollett family member. The case was handed to... Read More.

R. Kelly Arrested Again After Child Support Hearing

Entertainment, National | Thursday, March 7

R. Kelly was taken back into custody Wednesday after appearing at a child-support hearing, authorities said, hours after the broadcast of an interview in which the R&B star cried and ranted about being “assassinated” by allegations of sexual abuse. Cook County Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman Sophia Ansari said she did not know why Kelly was taken... Read More.

Young And The Restless Star Kristoff St John Passes Away At Age 52

Entertainment, National | Monday, February 4

"Young and the Restless" star Kristoff St John has died at age 52. His attorney Mark Geragos confirmed the actor's death, saying in an email: "Sadly we can confirm." The LA County Department of the Medical Examiner-Coroner Public Information Officer Sarah Ardalani said that St. John was pronounced dead at a home in Woodland... Read More.

James Ingram, Grammy-Winning And Chart-Topping R&B Singer, Dies at 66

Entertainment, National | Thursday, January 31

R&B singer James Ingram, who collected two Grammy Awards and a top charting hits over his decades-long career, has died at age 66. The news was shared via Twitter by Ingram's friend and creative partner Debbie Allen on Tuesday (Jan. 29). There are no details yet about when or how Ingram died. "I have lost... Read More.