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Lionel Richie voices his concerns on streaming services

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 13:10:14 -0400

Five-time Grammy winner Lionel Richie talks to USA TODAY’s Jefferson Graham on the effects of on-line streaming services on the music business.

Day in celebrities

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 16:41:39 -0400

Carrie Underwood talks 'working Momville' and plans to be on tour with new baby

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 20:23:27 -0400

Carrie Underwood's new album, "Cry Pretty," will be in stores Sept. 14.

'Crazy Rich Asians' cast makes history: 'This is bigger than all of us'

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 07:43:57 -0400

'Crazy Rich Asians' hits theaters Wednesday and is everything promised in its title: beautiful billionaires, private jets, jewels, exotic jaunts and closets full of couture. But what it also delivers is a wake-up call for Hollywood.

Shark attacks helicopter! The 5 most outrageous shark-movie moments in honor of 'The Meg'

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 18:43:41 -0400

When it comes to action movies, sharks are truly the primo predator. In honor of Jason Statham's 'The Meg,' we present our five favorite, outrageous shark moments on the big screen.

Lindsay Lohan apologizes for saying #MeToo testimony makes women 'look weak'

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 12:11:22 -0400

“The quote solely related to my hope that a handful of false testimonies out of a tsunami of heroic voices do not serve to dilute the importance of the #MeToo movement, and all of us who champion it," Lohan said. "However, I have since learned how statements like mine are seen as hurtful."

Aretha Franklin is seriously ill and resting at her Detroit home, sources say

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:13:23 -0400

According to multiple reports, the Queen of Soul is surrounded by 'family and people close to her' in Detroit

A long-lost Marilyn Monroe nude scene has been discovered. Will it ever be released?

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 08:47:34 -0400

In 1961 Marilyn Monroe dropped a bed sheet and exposed her body while filming a love scene with Clark Gable in “The Misfits." The scene, deemed “unnecessary” by director John Huston, was cut from the film and believed to be destroyed — until now.

'This is Us' stars rise to Drake challenge

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:39:00 -0400

Stars of "This Is Us," Sterling K. Brown and Susan Kelechi Watson, joke they're still waiting for a call from Drake after recording a video of them dancing to the rapper's track "In My Feelings." (Aug. 14)

Beyoncé dedicates Detroit concert to ailing Aretha Franklin

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 08:43:08 -0400

Beyoncé dedicated Monday night's Detroit concert to the ailing Aretha Franklin, drawing a massive roar from the Queen of Soul's hometown crowd.

Omarosa vs. the Trump Administration

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 19:49:05 -0400

Omarosa has revealed that she secretly recorded numerous people within the Donald Trump administration. The announcement fell during the same week of the schedule release of her book "Unhinged." Now, the White House is firing back.

John Cleese leaves co-stars 'Speechless'

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 14:45:08 -0400

John Cleese stars in season three of ABC sitcom "Speechless," which has recently been shooting in London. The actor's co-stars discuss what it was like working alongside the comedy legend. (Aug. 13)

Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, asking us to say a little prayer

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 12:03:41 -0400

Reports say the music icon is in a Detroit hospital surrounded by family and asking for prayers. Here's a look at her iconic career that spans generations in music and American history.

'This Is Us' new season starts 'with a bang'

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:40:50 -0400

Speaking in Los Angeles, actresses Chrissy Metz and Mandy Moore tease the third season of hit drama "This Is Us." (Aug. 14)

Love TV? Join our new Facebook Group 'Yes, I'm Still Watching' to talk about it

Fri, 6 Jul 2018 09:25:28 -0400

USA TODAY TV critic Kelly Lawler and digital editor Anika Reed discuss a variety of shows.

'Chilling Adventures of Sabrina' first look: 'Sabrina the Teenage Witch' is back!

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:26:28 -0400

"Mad Men" alum Kiernan Shipka takes on the titular role in "Chilling Adventures of Sabrina," a "Sabrina the Teenage Witch" reboot based on the original comic book series.

Donald Trump calls former aide Omarosa a 'dog,' triggering outrage

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:33:48 -0400

President Donald Trump on Tuesday called former aide Omarosa Manigault Newman a "dog," drawing criticism for his use of incendiary language.

Laverne Cox reveals past thoughts of suicide to protest police transgender policy

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 14:50:36 -0400

"Orange Is the New Black" star Laverne Cox revealed her past thoughts of suicide and how she planned to make sure she was referred to by her chosen name and gender after reading a ProPublica story about police referring to transgender homicide victims by their birth names and genders.

Photos: The evolution of 'Star Trek'

Sun, 5 Aug 2018 19:32:10 -0400

'Blade Runner' actress Sean Young under investigation for alleged laptop theft

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 17:00:41 -0400

The actress has acknowledged that she mistakenly took the production laptops instead of her personal ones while retrieving her belongings. No charges have been filed against the 58-year-old star of "Blade Runner," but detectives are looking into the matter.

Tim Tebow turns filmmaker with inspirational sports drama 'Run the Race' (exclusive)

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:01:01 -0400

Tim Tebow is executive producing his first film with his brother Robby, the inspirational sports drama "Run the Race." He tells USA TODAY about his experience and his first cameo role.

Mom warns of scary sickness after mosquito bite gives her son seizures, brain swelling

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 17:02:19 -0400

A North Carolina mom is warning parents about the scary disease carried by mosquitoes after her son was hospitalized for almost a week.

60 great Madonna moments for her 60th birthday

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 23:09:14 -0400

'Mulan' first look: See the new warrior princess from Disney's live-action remake

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 00:26:19 -0400

Disney has released the first image of Yifei Liu in character as Mulan, the famed Chinese warrior princess. The live-action remake hits theaters in 2020.

Ailing Aretha Franklin gets love from Beyoncé, Bill Clinton, more celebrities

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 00:17:57 -0400

Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, who is reported to be gravely ill in a Detroit hospital, received messages of love and support from fans and celebs

Kristen Bell cries, posts 'Please send help' at her daughter's preschool graduation

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 15:46:20 -0400

The star said she was having a great time at her daughter's preschool graduation. Then she amended that on her Instagram story and said, "OK, I was lying before, please send help."

Sled Reynolds: How I became an animal trainer for movies and television

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 08:00:05 -0400

From his work on everything from "Dances with Wolves" and "Out of Africa" to "Life of Pi" and "Gladiator," Sled Reynolds has worked in the movie business for most of his life. USA TODAY caught up with Reynolds to talk about his business.

'Crazy Rich Asians' cast talks food and family

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 16:14:20 -0400

The cast of "Crazy Rich Asians" gather around the dinner table to talk about their favorite dishes growing up.

'The Meg' spoilers! Rainn Wilson explains how the bloody ending could have been way worse

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 00:27:37 -0400

Rainn Wilson talks about the end of "The Meg," which pits Jason Statham against a giant shark, and the fate of his brash billionaire Jack Morris.

Dinesh D'Souza blames 'leftist' critics for 'Death of a Nation's 0% Rotten Tomatoes score

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 12:12:08 -0400

Conservative filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza's new documentary 'Death of a Nation' has earned a rare 0 percent critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. He blames liberals who "want to drive a stake in the heart" of the movie's political message.

Celebrities send prayers to Aretha Franklin

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:36:39 -0400

"This Is Us" stars including Sterling K. Brown, Chrissy Metz and Mandy Moore send their love and best wishes to Aretha Franklin, who is seriously ill. (Aug. 14)

New Omarosa tape has aides talking about Donald Trump possibly using racial slur

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:38:53 -0400

The latest tape from Omarosa Manigault Newman includes Donald Trump campaign aides discussing his possible use of the "n" word.

Anna Kendrick trolls Ryan Reynolds at 2018 Teen Choice Awards: 'In your face!'

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:23:12 -0400

The 'Pitch Perfect' star made sure to rub it in Ryan Reynolds' face that she won the Teen Choice Award for Choice Twit, AKA voters' favorite Twitter personality.

Police: 'Credible danger' from bomb threat prompted evacuation at Rascal Flatts concert

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 08:02:59 -0400

No one has been arrested in connection with the bomb threat, which resulted in the abrupt end to the country trio's concert last week in Indianapolis.

Aretha Franklin: Queen of Soul through the years

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 08:55:26 -0400

Ariana Grande and James Corden performed a musical version of 'Titanic'; will never let go

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:42:24 -0400

Ariana Grande appeared on "The Late Late Show with James Corden" Monday, during which the two performed a five minute pop musical version of "Titanic."

'RHONY' star Bethenny Frankel mourns ex-boyfriend Dennis Shields in heartbreaking post

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 21:19:29 -0400

Bethenny Frankel is breaking her silence over the death of ex-boyfriend Dennis Shields. She posted a heartbreaking photo of Shields lying in bed next to her beloved pooch, Cookie. Her dog died in October 2017.

Want to be a comedian? Follow these tips

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 14:08:55 -0400

If you want to be a stand-up comedian, here are a few tips. Keri Lumm tells you about the importance of Open Mic Night.

ShowBiz Minute: Beyonce, Young, Schreiber

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:44:02 -0400

Beyoncé honors ailing Aretha Franklin at Detroit concert; Sean Young under investigation for alleged laptop theft; Actor Liev Schreiber set to answer harassment charge. (Aug. 14)

Who won the Teen Choice Awards? See the full winners' list

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:25:03 -0400

At Sunday night's 2018 Teen Choice Awards, "Riverdale" was the big winner in the television categories, while "Avengers: Infinity War," "Black Panther" and "The Greatest Showman" were among the big movies winners.

The enduring appeal of ‘America’s Got Talent,’ explained

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:27:50 -0400

Why are we so obsessed with a show about magicians, singers and ventriloquists? From its emotion to its contestants to its low stakes, here's why we can't get enough of "America's Got Talent."

Twitter slams 'ignorant, disrespectful' Sam Smith over Michael Jackson comments

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:40:53 -0400

Adam Lambert posted a video while listening to “Human Nature” on a boat where Sam Smith can be heard saying: “I don’t like Michael Jackson."

Did Omarosa break the law by secretly taping her firing in White House Situation Room?

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:09:01 -0400

It's not entirely clear whether Omarosa's release of her secret tape of her firing in the White House Situation Room violated criminal law, but she probably should get a lawyer anyway.

Emily Ratajkowski suffers nip slip, shares on Instagram anyway

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:36:50 -0400

Nip slip? No problem! At least, according to Emily Ratajkowski's latest Instagram, which shows the model posing at dinner with the wardrobe malfunction in plain sight (but blurred, of course).

Stephen Colbert, Seth Meyers, Trevor Noah drag Trump, Omarosa over firing feud

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 09:30:25 -0400

"You know what made Omarosa look legitimate? Putting her in the White House," Seth Meyers said. "You can't hire people to work in the most powerful office in the world paid by taxpayers and then when they turn on you say, 'That person's a crazy liar and no one should trust them.'

Blake Lively: Style Diary

Sun, 5 Aug 2018 16:19:16 -0400

New book looks into ties between Donald Trump, Russia, but there's more smoke than fire

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 06:00:02 -0400

Journalist Craig Unger looks into the connections between Trump, Putin and maybe the Russian Mafia in 'House of Trump, House of Putin.'

Remembering Charlotte Rae: 1926- 2018

Mon, 6 Aug 2018 09:47:28 -0400

Robert Redford in front of and behind the lens

Mon, 6 Aug 2018 09:37:28 -0400

Rewriting Oscar history: Who won best popular film?

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 20:46:55 -0400

The Academy Awards are adding a new category for outstanding achievement in popular film. So let's imagine which blockbusters would have won in the past decade of Oscar history, from 'The Dark Knight' to 'Wonder Woman.'

George R.R. Martin reveals inspiration behind killing of 'Game of Thrones' characters

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 21:15:14 -0400

In a clip from PBS' “The Great American Read," George R.R. Martin, whose "A Song of Ice and Fire" novels were adapted into the hit HBO show, reveals who opened his eyes to the dramatic tension created by character deaths.