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Academy Award-winning actor and director Robert Redford, one of the biggest movie stars to ever grace the screen and whose startlingly magnetic charisma in such films as “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” “The Way We Were” and “The Sting” made him an icon, has died. He was 89. Cindi Berger, CEO of the publicity…

At just 21 years old, country artist Hudson Westbrook is already earning national attention. His debut album “Texas Forever” landed in the Billboard Top 10, powered by songs like “House Again” and “Sober.” Westbrook joins “CBS Mornings Plus” to talk about his fast rise.

The 2025 Emmy Awards delivered red carpet fashion, candid moments and first-time nominees alongside veteran stars. “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King caught up with some of the stars.

What to know about the 2025 Emmy Awards The 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards were held Sunday night to honor the best of television from the past year. Apple TV+’s “Severance” earned the most nominations with 27, while Apple TV+’s “The Studio” tied a record for a comedy series with 23 nominations. “The Studio” took…

Monet … Degas … Renoir. When we think of French Impressionism, it’s the usual suspects who spring to mind. But one lesser-known artist is ripe for rediscovery. “Gustave Caillebotte is probably the least-known of the Impressionist painters,” said Gloria Groom, co-curator of a new exhibition of the works of Caillebotte, now on display at the…

The 2025 Emmy Awards are finally here. Tonight, the stars of TV will gather to celebrate the year’s biggest shows, unforgettable performances and standout actors. From the red carpet glamour to the emotional and inspiring acceptance speeches, the Emmys are the ultimate night to see who will take home one of the most coveted awards…

In the bustling heart of Manhattan, the women behind the luxury fashion label Veronica Beard are running a brand that has become synonymous with modern American style. And in a twist of fate, they share more than just their company; they share a name. Veronica Swanson Beard and Veronica Miele Beard first met at a…

Ed Sheeran is trading heartbreak for happiness with the release of his eighth studio album, “Play,” a deliberate creative about-face that finds the Grammy winner embracing pure joy after battling through what he calls “the darkest periods” of his life. The 33-year-old singer-songwriter wrote his first album in nearly two years as “the polar opposite”…

The 77th Emmy Awards are on Sunday, airing on CBS. Topping the comedy category is “The Studio” with 23 nominations. Meanwhile, in the drama category, “Severance” snagged 27 nominations. “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King previews the star-studded night with “Entertainment Tonight” co-host Nischelle Turner, who shares her predictions.

Usher teams up with Ralph Lauren for new fragrance launch – CBS News Watch CBS News Usher joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss his partnership with Ralph Lauren as the face of the new fragrance “Ralph’s Club New York.”

Karen Pittman on Emmy nod and new season of “The Morning Show” – CBS News Watch CBS News Actor Karen Pittman joins “CBS Mornings Plus” to discuss her role as Mia in Apple TV+’s “The Morning Show.” Pittman earned an Emmy nomination for her performance and previews what fans can expect from the highly anticipated…

Lilly Singh joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss her new comedy “Doin’ It,” which she co-wrote and produced. Singh stars as Maya, a 30-year-old Indian-American software engineer who unexpectedly becomes a high school sex education teacher.

Emma Heming Willis said her family’s decision to provide Bruce Willis with a separate home close to their residence drew online criticism, but she stands by the choice as the safest option for the actor, who was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. “I knew it was coming,” Heming Willis said on “CBS Mornings.” “Because caregivers are…

London — Britain’s Prince Harry landed back in the U.K. on Monday, the third anniversary of his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II’s death, for a week of public charity engagements, but it was unclear whether he would meet with his father, King Charles III, or his brother, Prince William, neither of whom he has seen in months….

Comedian Nate Bargatze sold more than 1.2 million tickets to his “The Be Funny Tour” last year, making him the highest-grossing comedian in the country. Now, he’s taking on a new challenge: Hosting the 77th Emmy Awards on CBS. “This is the first I’m thinking about it, was this week,” the 46-year-old jokingly said about…

Breakdown of the biggest moments from the VMAs – CBS News Watch CBS News MTV’s most iconic awards show celebrated the best music videos of the year with history-making performances and unforgettable moments. Entertainment Tonight’s Denny Directo breaks down the biggest moments of the night.

Howard Stern, the shock jock and self-anointed “king of all-media,” isn’t about to disappear from the airwaves.  The radio personality behind SiriusXM’s long-running “Howard Stern Show” said Monday he remains in talks with the entertainment company over a new contract after a prank left some listeners wondering whether he was leaving the platform.  “SiriusXM and…

What to know about the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards Lady Gaga led the pack with 12 nominations and took home Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration, Best Direction and Best Art Direction. The coveted Video of the Year award went to Ariana Grande. Fans had the opportunity to vote in 21 categories, with the…

During the summer, the Brooklyn Public Library hosts a free program mentoring aspiring fashion designers – some with no formal experience – with an assist from “Project Runway All Stars” alum Benjamin Mach. Correspondent Elaine Quijano reports on the Brooklyn Fashion Academy and its goal to broaden access into the fashion industry.

The Bones of J.R. Jones began as a project by singer-songwriter Jonathon Linaberry, but the music he released was featured in critically acclaimed shows like “True Detective,” “Suits,” and “Graceland.” On Sept. 24, he kicks off a West Coast tour. Here is the television debut of The Bones of J.R. Jones, performing “Shameless.”

The Bones of J.R. Jones began as a project by singer-songwriter Jonathon Linaberry, but the music he released was featured in critically acclaimed shows like “True Detective,” “Suits,” and “Graceland.” On Sept. 24, he kicks off a West Coast tour. Here is the television debut of The Bones of J.R. Jones, performing “Stay Wild.”

At the age of 17, Debbie Gibson climbed to the top of the charts in 1988 with her hit song “Foolish Beat,” making her the youngest person ever to write, produce and perform a Billboard Hot 100 chart topper. Gibson still holds that record for female artists today. She wrote about the highs and lows…

The boxing world was hit with a big announcement on Thursday night when former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson and former multi-division champion Floyd Mayweather said they agreed to a bout to be held in the spring of 2026.   Details on a date, location, television partner and any potential professional sanctioning of the bout were not…

Actors Cote de Pablo and Michael Weatherly are reprising their roles in the new series “NCIS: Tony and Ziva.” They speak to “CBS Mornings” about how the spinoff series developed, working together again and what to expect.

Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: David Pogue on how AI is affecting job searches; Jane Pauley talks with Dr. Sanjay Gupta about treatments for chronic pain; Robert Costa interviews singer-songwriter John Fogerty; Steve Hartman explores the bedrooms left behind by children killed by gun violence; Elaine Quijano visits the studio of painter Alex Katz; and…

After years of giving millions of dollars to literacy programs, bookstore employees and librarians, James Patterson has now launched an initiative on behalf of emerging authors. The bestselling novelist and true crime writer announced Wednesday the first 12 recipients of grants from his “Go Finish Your Book” campaign. Authors each will receive up to $50,000…

“The Hunting Wives” actor Katie Lowes, who previously starred in the hit show “Scandal,” speaks to “CBS Mornings Plus” about the show, its huge following from fans and if there will be another season.

A jury gave Cardi B a quick and absolute victory Tuesday at a trial in the lawsuit of a security guard who alleged the rap star assaulted her at a doctor’s office during her first pregnancy. The jury at a small courthouse in Alhambra, California, deliberated for only about an hour before finding Cardi not…

Oscar nominee Graham Greene has died after a lengthy illness, his representative told CBS News. The Canadian First Nations actor was 73 years old.  “He was a great man of morals ethics characters and will be eternally missed,” Greene’s talent agent said in a statement.  The statement did not specify what kind of illness Greene…

The debate over who the main character in creator Jenny Han’s “The Summer I Turned Pretty” should end up with is heating up as the final episodes of the third season approach – but fan enthusiasm is starting to spill into hostility.  Prime Video’s hit romance series has captivated audiences as it follows Isabel “Belly”…

For the cast of the hit show, “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” there’s a big debate about who the main character should end up with. It has become so intense, some so-called fans have taken it to the extreme — even harassing the actors online.

“It was life and death,” said musician John Fogerty. “I used to tell myself that phrase: ‘This is life and death.’ You’re against the whole world.” He felt that as a young man: “Yes, oh yes. I mean, there’s a million records out there. It’s me against everybody that’s every recorded and ever will record….

When Alex Katz began painting more than 75 years ago, he ignored what was popular then, to pursue his passion: figurative art. “Most people didn’t like my work,” he said. “It was figurative, and everyone was abstract, and everything was pop art. But a lotta people didn’t like it.” But he says he didn’t care…

CBS Saturday Morning’s AI music creation, named Sadie Winters, took a matter of minutes to create on platforms available to the public. Watch the full music video for “Walking Away,” which has gained popularity online.

Sabrina Carpenter dropped her seventh album, “Man’s Best Friend,” on Friday – approximately one year after her Grammy Award winning album “Short n’ Sweet.” “I was just going through a lot and I was like, ‘well, I could either, you know, sit and sulk about it, or I could write about it,’ and it doesn’t…

Seattle detectives arrested a man in connection with the June robbery of rapper Macklemore’s home in the neighborhood of Capitol Hill, police said Thursday.  The 29-year-old man, whose name was not released, from Renton, Washington, is expected to face criminal charges related to the home invasion and robbery in the coming days. He was arrested…

Lego toymaker saw its sales flourish in the first half of 2025, thanks to plant-themed bricks and partnerships with well-known brands like Formula 1 and the popular animated children’s series “Bluey.” The Danish toymaker saw a 12% increase in revenue, netting the company a record $34.6 billion in Danish kroner, or $5.44 billion U.S. dollars, Lego reported…

Nikki Rodriguez, Noah LaLonde and Ashby Gentry, stars of “My Life with the Walter Boys,” speak with “CBS Mornings” about the second season of the teen drama. It follows the character Jackie as she navigates life in a small town after the traffic loss of her family. She unexpectedly finds herself in a love triangle…

New York — YouTube TV says it’s reached a “short-term extension” in its contract dispute with Fox, meaning subscribers of the Google-owned streamer won’t see immediate disruptions of Fox channels on the platform. The current carriage agreement between YouTube TV and Fox originally faced a Wednesday afternoon deadline – with YouTube previously warning that networks…

YouTube TV subscribers could be set to lose access to content from media company Fox, including college football, unless the sides strike a new carriage deal. With the current agreement between the sides nearing a renewal deadline, YouTube TV could pull Fox sports, business and news channels from its platform by 5 p.m. EST on…

The older brother of Oasis singers Liam and Noel Gallagher appeared in a London court on Wednesday charged with rape and sexual assault. Paul Gallagher, 59, spoke only to confirm his name, age and address as he faced accusations of rape, coercive and controlling behavior and three counts of sexual assault. He’s also accused of…

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce revealed Tuesday they are engaged, sharing photos of the ring and proposal in a garden filled with pink and white roses.  “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,” the couple captioned a joint post on Instagram. The 14-time Grammy winner and Kansas City Chiefs tight end began…

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry on Monday condemned Woody Allen for speaking virtually at a Russian film festival over the weekend, calling his participation in the event “a disgrace and an insult” to the victims of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. According to Russian media, Allen spoke Sunday at the Moscow International Film Week via video…

Despite dominating the Billboard charts, country music star Morgan Wallen is opting out of the Grammys. His team says none of his new songs will be submitted, echoing similar moves by major artists critical of the awards.

Michelle Miller delves into the centuries-old Carnival tradition of Black Masking, and talks with artist Demond Melancon, who creates elaborate beaded suits as the Big Chief of the Young Seminole Hunters Black Masking Tribe. [First aired 5/18/25.]

Jerry Adler, who spent decades behind the scenes of storied Broadway productions before pivoting to acting in his 60s, has died at 96.  Adler died Saturday, according to a brief family announcement confirmed by the Riverside Memorial Chapel in New York. Adler “passed peacefully in his sleep,” Paradigm Talent Agency’s Sarah Shulman said on behalf…

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Hayes Carll grew up outside of Houston and got his start performing in clubs along the Texas Gulf Coast. His debut album was released in 2002 and his follow-up records have landed him at the top of the U.S. charts, with five songs featured in the hit TV series “Yellowstone.” His tenth full-length…

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Hayes Carll grew up outside of Houston and got his start performing in clubs along the Texas Gulf Coast. His debut album was released in 2002 and his follow-up records have landed him at the top of the U.S. charts, with five songs featured in the hit TV series “Yellowstone.” His tenth full-length…

Oscar winner Riz Ahmed’s family always knew he was destined for stardom, with his mother enrolling him in speech and drama lessons by the ripe age of 8. The British actor jokes that it all started with his impressions of Prince Charles — now King Charles III. “You’re not gonna ask me to do it…

Attorneys general in 14 states and Washington, D.C., accuse TikTok of designing its app to keep users hooked. Court-released edited video shows some company staff discussing the toll it can take on children and teens.

A man on trial for organizing the ambush killing of rapper Young Dolph at a Memphis bakery in 2021 has been found not guilty. A Memphis jury deliberated about three hours before finding Hernandez Govan, 45, not guilty of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit first-degree murder. He rejected an offer from the state last month…

CBS News Live CBS News Los Angeles Live Rapper and singer Lil Nas X was arrested by Los Angeles Police Department officers early Thursday morning in Studio City and was treated for a possible overdose, police said. Around 5:50 a.m., LAPD officers responded to Ventura Boulevard and Vineland Avenue for a man walking in the…

Celia Rose Gooding takes on Uhura’s legacy in “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” – CBS News Watch CBS News Actor Celia Rose Gooding stars as Uhura in the Paramount+ series “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.” She joins “CBS Mornings Plus” to talk about the role.

Actor Celia Rose Gooding has stepped into the center of one of science fiction’s most passionate fandoms, portraying the iconic character Nyota Uhura in Paramount+’s “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.” “Trekkies are some of the most devoted fans I think in fandom history,” Gooding said. “To be embraced with open arms, reprising an iconic character,…

A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift’s highly sought Eras Tour. The Federal Trade Commission is suing Key Investment Group, saying the company made millions of dollars in profit from reselling the tickets at inflated prices. The lawsuit, filed Monday,…

MaRynn Taylor releases debut album after touring with Kelsea Ballerini – CBS News Watch CBS News Rising country star MaRynn Taylor joins “CBS Mornings Plus” to discuss her self-titled debut album, a 12-song collection written on the road while opening Kelsea Ballerini’s 2025 arena tour.

The life and work of journalist and educator David Diaz was celebrated Thursday, on the eve of what would’ve been his 83rd birthday.  Diaz died in March.  Friends and colleagues turned out to remember David, who helped tell the story of New York from the 1970s into this century.  His legacy was front and center…

The trial of a man charged with organizing the daytime ambush killing of rapper Young Dolph at a Memphis bakery in November 2021 began on Monday. Hernandez Govan, 45, faces charges of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and attempted murder. He is not accused of shooting Young Dolph, but prosecutors claim he directed…

Remakes and sequels highlight this year’s summer blockbuster season – CBS News Watch CBS News Summer is still Hollywood’s busiest season and this year, studios seemed to be banking on nostalgia. Andres Gutierrez reports.

British actor Terence Stamp, who famously played arch-villain General Zod in “Superman” and “Superman II,” has died at the age of 87, his family said. The Oscar-nominated actor died on Sunday morning, his family told Reuters in a statement. His death was also disclosed in a death notice published online. The cause was not immediately…

Lord Huron frontman Ben Schneider began playing with his friends in Okemos, Michigan, at age 12. Their first album landed on the scene in 2012, and they’ve captivated audiences ever since. The indie rock favorites return to “CBS Saturday Morning” to perform songs from their fifth full-length album, “The Cosmic Selector: Volume One,” which dropped…

Exploring Hollywood Forever Cemetery’s new 5-story mausoleum – CBS News Watch CBS News Hollywood Forever Cemetery’s new five-story mausoleum towers over the sprawling grounds that serve as the final resting place of many of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Elise Preston has more.

“I Will Survive,” the legendary anthem sung by Gloria Gaynor, was recently added to the Library of Congress. Jim Axelrod made a trip to her New Jersey home to talk to her about the milestone, and got a surprise private concert.

Taylor Swift‘s upcoming album release and her love of all things orange isn’t lost on her fans — or brands that are seeking a ride on what has become an enormous economic tailwind. On Wednesday after Swift went on the “New Heights” podcast co-hosted by her boyfriend, NFL football star Travis Kelce, to announce the…

Carrie Bradshaw says goodbye again as “And Just Like That” finale airs – CBS News Watch CBS News People magazine’s Jeremy Helligar joins “CBS Mornings Plus” to preview the final episode of “And Just Like That” and reflect on Carrie Bradshaw’s lasting impact on fashion, pop culture and TV history.

Taylor Swift gave fans a lot to look forward to after she appeared on “New Heights,” the podcast hosted by her boyfriend and Kansas City Chiefs star, Travis Kelce, and his brother, former Philadelphia Eagles star Jason Kelce, Wednesday night.  Swift used the podcast episode to announce her 12th studio album, “The Life of a…

Taylor Swift appeared on the popular “New Heights” podcast alongside her boyfriend and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and opened up about their relationship, buying back the master recordings of her first six albums, Easter eggs and her upcoming album, “The Life of a Showgirl.” Swift appeared on the prerecorded podcast released Wednesday,…

Washington — President Trump visited the Kennedy Center Wednesday and announced this year’s list of Kennedy Center Honorees, after his administration took steps to overhaul the D.C. cultural institution in recent months. “This is a very exciting project,” Mr. Trump said. “We’re going to do something that will go rapidly, relatively inexpensively, and we’ll make…

Eddie Palmieri, the avant-garde musician who was one of the most innovative artists of rumba and Latin jazz, has died. He was 88 years old. Fania Records announced Palmieri’s death Wednesday evening. Palmieri’s daughter, Gabriela, told The New York Times that her father died earlier that day at his home in New Jersey after “an extended…

Danielle Spencer, who played the wisecracking and tattling little sister Dee Thomas on the 1970s sitcom “What’s Happening!!” has died. Spencer died Monday at age 60, a representative confirmed to CBS News. Spencer died after a yearslong battle with cancer.  Actress Danielle Spencer from the TV show “What’s Happening!!” poses for a photo in November…

Look what you made her do – Taylor Swift has announced her 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl.” Swift put out the word on her website shortly after a countdown timer expired at 12:12 a.m. Tuesday. No release date was announced, but her site said vinyl editions of the album would ship before…

Dean Cain, the actor known for his role as television’s Superman throughout the 1990s, announced Wednesday that he intends to enlist as an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer, just hours after the agency announced it would waive age limits for new applicants.  ICE Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin told CBS News that Cain will be sworn…

Attorney: Combs wants to go back to MSG Sean “Diddy” Combs wants to go back to Madison Square Garden in the future, attorney says 01:05 As Sean “Diddy” Combs awaits his sentencing, his lead attorney Marc Agnifilo sat down with CBS News’ Jericka Duncan in his first network interview since the highly publicized trial in which…

Walt Disney Co. is integrating Hulu and Disney+ into one app, the entertainment company announced Wednesday. During an earnings call, CEO Bob Iger said Disney would combine the two streaming services to create a “unified app experience” that will feature entertainment, news and sports. “This will create an impressive package of entertainment, pairing the highest…

Legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne‘s cause of death was a heart attack, his death certificate shows. The heavy metal icon died on July 22 at age 76, at Harefield Hospital in the United Kingdom. Other factors listed on the certificate, obtained by CBS News, were Parkinson’s disease, which Osbourne was diagnosed with in 2020, and coronary artery…

MTV announced 2025 VMA nominees MTV announces 2025 Video Music Award nominees 04:45 Lady Gaga tops the list of nominees for the 2025 Video Music Awards, with nominations in 12 categories including Artist of the Year. MTV and CBS announced the nominations on Tuesday for this year’s VMAs, which will be awarded on Sunday, Sept….

Jimmy Spithill stars in the new Paramount+ series “Uncharted: SailGP” that brings fans into the fast-growing, adrenaline-packed world of SailGP. The show features exclusive footage and a rare interview with league co-founder Larry Ellison.

Academy Award nominee Josh Brolin steps into the horror genre for the first time in his latest film, “Weapons,” playing a father desperate for answers after several children, including his own, mysteriously vanish. Describing his character, Brolin said he is “a victim of their circumstances” and a man who wants control.  “He doesn’t have his…

Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station’s empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy “WKRP in Cincinnati,” died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday, The Associated Press reported. Anderson died at a Los Angeles hospital following a “prolonged” illness, said her longtime publicist, Cheryl J. Kagan. “We are heartbroken to announce the passing…

In this web exclusive, the comedy team of Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about their latest collaboration, “Cheech & Chong’s Last Movie.” The comedians also discuss how their partnership first clicked, and continues to do so; their approach to aging; and how, despite being best known as stoner comics, the…

Thousands of fans will gather in Golden Gate Park over the weekend to mark 60 years of the Grateful Dead, with a performance by the tribute band Dead and Company. Never-before-seen photos of the Grateful Dead will also come to life in San Francisco. Elizabeth Cook has the story.

Tony Hale is known for his comedic roles in “Veep” and “Arrested Development,” but in his newest project “Sketch,” he takes on the role of a widowed father in what turns out to be a fantastical adventure.

Jeannie Seely, the soulful country music singer behind such standards like “Don’t Touch Me,” has died. She was 85. Her publicist, Don Murry Grubbs, said she died Friday after succumbing to complications from an intestinal infection. Known as “Miss Country Soul” for her unique vocal style, Seely was a trailblazer for women in country music,…

Former Food Network star Paula Deen announced Friday the abrupt closure of the Savannah restaurant that launched her to fame with its menu of fried chicken, banana pudding and other indulgent Southern dishes. Deen ran The Lady & Sons restaurant with her two sons, Jamie and Bobby Deen, for nearly three decades. Loyal fans visiting…

Professional wrestler Hulk Hogan died of a heart attack last week, according to a Florida medical examiner’s report released Thursday. Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, previously had leukemia and atrial fibrillation, an irregular heart rhythm, the report from the District Six Medical Examiner said. Hogan, 71, was pronounced dead at a hospital less than…

Justin Timberlake has revealed he has Lyme disease and opened up about the health challenges that have come with it. In a post on Instagram Thursday, the pop singer, who wrapped up his two-year tour yesterday, called the tick-borne illness “relentlessly debilitating.”  “If you’ve experienced this disease or know someone who has — then you’re aware:…

A New Mexico judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by actor Alec Baldwin for malicious prosecution and civil rights violations in the 2021 fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of the Western movie “Rust.” The judge in a ruling made public Wednesday dismissed the case without prejudice for lack of any significant action…

Norah O’Donnell on new book Norah O’Donnell’s new book honors forgotten female heroes in U.S. history 05:39 There’s a woman’s name on the Declaration of Independence, and CBS News senior correspondent Norah O’Donnell admits she never knew it until researching her upcoming book. The discovery of Mary Katharine Goddard — the printer who risked treason charges…

Fans of legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne will have a chance to pay their respects to the heavy metal icon today when his funeral procession makes its way through Birmingham, England. Osbourne, who died last week at the age of 76, grew up in Birmingham, and the city in central England is where Black…

Paul Wesley on “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” Paul Wesley returns as a young Kirk in new season of “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” 05:28 Actor Paul Wesley said he made a conscious decision to develop his own interpretation of James T. Kirk rather than imitate William Shatner’s iconic portrayal when he joined “Star Trek:…

Hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes talks legacy and new album “Vengeance” – CBS News Watch CBS News Twelve-time Grammy nominee Busta Rhymes joins “CBS Mornings Plus” to discuss his decades-long career, selling more than 20 million albums and what fans can expect from his upcoming project “Vengeance.”

The city of Philadelphia paid tribute to iconic singer and Philadelphia native Teddy Pendergrass Saturday by renaming a section of Broad Street in his honor.  The city officially announced that the 400 block of South Broad Street is now also referred to as “Teddy Pendergrass Way.” Dozens of people were in attendance at the ceremony…

For most of his 50-year career, Michael Feinstein has shown his love for the great American songs by performing them. “There was something I connected to with the harmonic invention of the songs, the melodic ideas,” he said. “They express fundamental emotions in a very eloquent way that people can still relate to.” He got…

As host of “The Tonight Show” for 30 years, Johnny Carson was the king of late-night TV – the pre-eminent Hollywood talent broker, monologist, and national taste-maker. But the public rarely saw the private side of the man who helped tuck tens of millions of Americans into bed each night. Correspondent Jim Axelrod talks with…

Tom Odell exploded on the music scene in 2012 with his smash hit “Another Love.” The 34-year-old British singer-songwriter is gearing up to perform at this year’s Newport Folk Festival, and he’s also set to go on tour this fall for his upcoming album “A Wonderful Life.” Here’s Tom Odell with “Another Love.”

British singer Cleo Laine, one of the most distinctive voices in jazz, died on Friday, July 25, 2025, at age 97. In this “Sunday Morning” report from Sept. 30, 1990, correspondent Billy Taylor spoke with Laine and her husband, musician John Dankworth, about their drive for musical diversity, from jazz and opera to Broadway. Taylor…

New York — The central question in 1947, as the House Un-American Activities Committee investigated alleged Communist influence in Hollywood, was: “Are you a member of the Communist Party?” Chaired by Republican Rep. John Parnell Thomas of New Jersey, the committee eventually led to a Hollywood blacklist, now the focus of a new exhibit at…

Bridget Everett will try to tell you she’s not a celebrity in Manhattan, Kansas, but don’t believe her. She did grow up here, one of six kids, so there’s that. “I just love that it still feels like small-town America,” she said. “I come back quite a bit and I visit the same spots.” But…

Pro wrestling icon Hulk Hogan has died, police and World Wrestling Entertainment said. He was 71.  First responders were called to the Clearwater Beach, Florida, home of Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, around 9:50 a.m. Thursday, police said.  “The nature of the call was for a cardiac arrest,” the Clearwater Police Department said…

Two-time Grammy Award-winning musician Chuck Mangione, who achieved international success in 1977 with his jazz-flavored single “Feels So Good” and later became a voice actor on the animated TV comedy “King of the Hill,” has died. He was 84. Mangione died at his home in Rochester, New York, on Tuesday in his sleep, his attorney,…

Fifty years after critics dismissed hip-hop as a passing fad, Grammy winner LL COOL J is taking viewers back to the genre’s authentic New York roots with his new docuseries “Hip Hop Was Born Here,” featuring intimate conversations with the culture’s founding pioneers. The Queens-raised rapper, who released his first single “I Need a Beat” at…

Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham are back together — sort of.  A week after setting off a firestorm of speculation, Nicks and Buckingham announced that their first studio album, “Buckingham Nicks,” will be officially reissued in all formats, including digital, for the first time in the U.S. since the early 1980s. The former Fleetwood Mac…

Ozzy Osbourne, heavy metal pioneer, dies at age 76 – CBS News Watch CBS News Ozzy Osbourne, the heavy metal icon who rose to fame as the lead singer of Black Sabbath before embarking on a successful solo career and later became a reality TV star, has died at the age of 76. Vladimir Duthiers…

Ozzy Osbourne, the heavy metal legend who rose to fame in the pioneering group Black Sabbath, has died, his family said in a statement to CBS News. He was 76. “It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning,”…

Restaurateur Keith McNally hates New Year’s Eve – he doesn’t like being told to have a good time. “I don’t like to be forced to enjoy myself,” he said. The “least hospitable man in hospitality,” as he calls himself, is not a big smiler, either. “Inside,” he explained. It doesn’t seem to have hurt. Over…

Actor and director Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role on “The Cosby Show,” has died in an accidental drowning in Costa Rica, officials there said. He was 54.  Warner drowned Sunday afternoon at a beach in Cocles de Limón on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, the country’s Judicial Investigation Department said. He appeared to be…

Tom Troupe appeared in more than 70 television shows, usually in single episode roles, throughout his career.

Extended interview: Kathy Bates – CBS News Watch CBS News In this web exclusive, Academy Award-winning actress Kathy Bates talks about her early attraction to the stage, and the sacrifices her parents made for her; her early films, “Taking Off” and “Straight Time”; and her performance in “Misery,” for which she earned an Oscar. Be…

Katy Perry powered through a midair prop malfunction during her concert in San Francisco, California, on Friday night. The pop singer, born Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson, was performing her hit song “Roar” while riding a mechanical butterfly above the audience when the prop suddenly dropped a few feet, apparently startling the singer who was singing the…

Saturday Sessions: The Happy Fits perform “Cruel Power” – CBS News Watch CBS News The Happy Fits are a band of childhood friends from Pittstown, New Jersey, who burst onto the scene in 2016. Since then, they’ve recorded three albums and earned a devoted fan base. Their newest release, “Lovesick,” comes out on September 19th….

Famous sled from “Citizen Kane” goes for nearly $15 million at auction – CBS News Watch CBS News The iconic “Rosebud” sled from the 1941 classic film “Citizen Kane” was sold at auction this week for a staggering $14.75 million, one of the highest prices ever for a piece of movie memorabilia. Be the first…

Felix Baumgartner, the daredevil who made a record-breaking parachute jump from the stratosphere in 2012, died Thursday in a paragliding accident in Italy, a local mayor confirmed. Firefighters who responded to the scene said they found a paraglider that had crashed into the side of a swimming pool in the city of Porto Sant Elpidio,…

CBS will end “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” and retire “The Late Show” franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday, calling it “purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night.” CBS called Colbert irreplaceable and said the show’s ending was “not related in any way to the show’s performance, content…

Disneyland is celebrating 70 years of being “The Happiest Place on Earth.” The summerlong festivities in southern California include the opening of “Walt Disney – A Magical Life,” a show featuring a lifelike animatronic of the company’s founder that debuts Thursday and also marks Disneyland’s official anniversary. Walt Disney’s vision of creating a getaway for…

Model and actress Emily Ratajkowski is back on screen in Netflix’s new romantic comedy series “Too Much,” created by Lena Dunham and starring Meg Stalter. The 34-year-old star, known for her roles in “Gone Girl,” “Entourage,” and “I Feel Pretty,” plays a character that Dunham specifically wrote with her in mind. The series follows Jess,…

The new “Superman” film has soared to the top of the box office. It made a $122 million domestically in its debut over the weekend. James Gunn, the director of the movie, has worked on the film for the past three years.  “Then the movie is released and you’re like, ‘is the public gonna like it?…

Emmy nominations 2025: “Severance,” “The Studio” lead the pack for this year’s awards Emmy nominations 2025: “Severance,” “The Studio” lead the pack for this year’s awards 00:44 “Severance,” “The White Lotus,” “The Studio” and “Hacks” are among the shows that earned top nominations for the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards as the 2025 nominees were…

A mosaic panel on travertine slabs, depicting an erotic theme from the Roman era, was returned to the archaeological park of Pompeii on Tuesday, after being stolen by a Nazi German captain during World War II. The mosaic depicts a pair of lovers in a state of undress. A male figure is lounging on a…

From the archives: Martin Cruz Smith on writing mysteries – CBS News Watch CBS News Martin Cruz Smith, author of such bestsellers as “Gorky Park” and “Polar Star,” died on July 11, 2025, at age 82. In this “Sunday Morning” profile that aired Oct. 20, 2002, Smith talked with correspondent Anthony Mason about how he…

Daniel Silva returns with new Gabriel Allon thriller “An Inside Job” – CBS News Watch CBS News Author Daniel Silva joins “CBS Mornings” to talk about his newest novel, a fast-paced international mystery filled with stolen treasure, murder, and secrets inside the Vatican. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live…

Billie Eilish on finding her voice – CBS News Watch CBS News Singer-songwriter Billie Eilish is just beginning to know herself. With her latest album, “Hit Me Hard and Soft,” and her current tour (her first without brother Finneas and her parents), the 23-year-old music superstar is discovering parts of herself she didn’t know were…

7/13: New York Times bestseller lists – CBS News Watch CBS News Check out this week’s top-selling titles on The New York Times fiction and non-fiction lists. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

President Trump says he is considering “taking away” the U.S. citizenship of a longtime rival, actress and comedian Rosie O’Donnell, despite a decades-old Supreme Court ruling that expressly prohibits such an action by the government. “Because of the fact that Rosie O’Donnell is not in the best interests of our Great Country, I am giving…

Saturday Sessions: Molly Tuttle performs “San Joaquin” – CBS News Watch CBS News In 2017, Molly Tuttle became the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Association’s Guitar Player of the Year. Her new album is out next month and shows more of Tuttle’s range–from pop to country to rock. Here is Molly Tuttle…

Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins on his Broadway hit “Purpose” – CBS News Watch CBS News “Purpose,” a powerful Broadway family drama about legacy and faith, took home two awards at last month’s Tonys. The man behind it, playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, spoke to CBS News. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live…

Comedian and actor Patton Oswalt is recording his audio-only special “Black Coffee and Ice Water” in New York City this weekend that will be released later this year. “It’s a combination of experience my sadness and experience my confusion,” the Emmy winner told “CBS Mornings.”  “The times are so rapidly insane right now that there…

With the release of Bad Bunny’s new video for the song “NUEVAYoL,” the Valencia Bakery in the Bronx is getting a lot of recognition. It is now selling “Benito” cakes that are seen in the popular clip. A large order turned into quite a surprise Raul Valera, the owner of Valencia Bakery, which has served…

The original Hermès Birkin bag once worn by late actor and singer Jane Birkin has been auctioned off in Paris for over $10 million, making it the most valuable handbag ever sold at auction, Sotheby’s said Thursday.  The bag sold for $10.1 million after more than 10 minutes of “heated bidding,” the auction house said…

Extended interview: Richard Dreyfuss on filming “Jaws” – CBS News Watch CBS News In this web exclusive, actor Richard Dreyfuss talks with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz about fighting for the role that would launch his career into the stratosphere: the shark expert Matt Hooper in Steven Spielberg’s “Jaws.” He also discusses the notoriously…

Oprah Winfrey reveals new book club pick “Culpability” by Bruce Holsinger – CBS News Watch CBS News In an exclusive announcement on “CBS Mornings,” Oprah Winfrey names Culpability her latest summer read. Author Bruce Holsinger joins Oprah and Gayle King to discuss the gripping novel about a family, a deadly crash, and the moral consequences…

Michael C. Hall returns as Dexter in new sequel series – CBS News Watch CBS News Award-winning actor Michael C. Hall joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss his return in “Dexter: Resurrection,” the highly anticipated sequel series set in New York City. The show picks up ten weeks after the events of “Dexter: New Blood,” with…

Margaret Cho leads all-star comedy lineup at Belly Laughs festival in LA – CBS News Watch CBS News A Los Angeles festival called Belly Laughs includes headliners Margaret Cho, Kumail Nanjiani, Bobby Lee and Hasan Minhaj. Lisa Ling shares a meal and conversation with Cho and performer Joel Kim Booster to talk about the cultural…

Sean “Diddy” Combs got a standing ovation from fellow inmates when the music mogul returned to jail after being acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering in his federal trial in New York, providing what his lawyer says might have been the best thing he could do for incarcerated Black men in America. Combs, 55, was…

Parvati Shallow reclaims her story in memoir, “Nice Girls Don’t Win” – CBS News Watch CBS News Parvati Shallow, one of the most iconic “Survivor” contestants of all time, joins “CBS Mornings” to reflect on her reality TV journey and discuss her new memoir, “Nice Girls Don’t Win.” Be the first to know Get browser…

The Mississippi Valley is “as tranquil and reposeful as dreamland, and has nothing this-worldly about it … nothing to hang a fret or worry upon.” It’s a beautiful sentiment, and yet it contrasts with the fretful and worried life of the man who wrote those words: Samuel Clemens, known to the world by his pen…

At a dock on Martha’s Vineyard is the Orca, the boat from “Jaws.” It’s a replica, of course; the original one sank, weighed down by a five-ton man-eating shark. The guy next to the Orca, however, is the real thing. Of this Orca, Richard Dreyfuss said, “It’s too neat, by far.” Actor Richard Dreyfuss, with…

Saturday Sessions: Billianne performs “Crush” – CBS News Watch CBS News Rising Canadian singer-songwriter Billianne grew up in a musical family. She went viral on TikTok for her cover of Tina Turner’s “The Best,” earning praise from stars like Taylor Swift, Joe Jonas, and P!NK. The 22-year-old has now toured across North America and Europe….

Saturday Sessions: Billianne performs “Jessie’s Comet” – CBS News Watch CBS News Rising Canadian singer-songwriter Billianne grew up in a musical family. She went viral on TikTok for her cover of Tina Turner’s “The Best,” earning praise from stars like Taylor Swift, Joe Jonas, and P!NK. The 22-year-old has now toured across North America and…

Oasis ended a 16-year hiatus on Friday with a punchy, powerful trip through one of Britpop’s greatest songbooks, kicking off a reunion tour in Cardiff, Wales to a crowd ecstatic for the band’s 1990s hits. And was there brotherly love between the famously feuding Gallagher siblings? Definitely maybe. Fans traveled to the Welsh capital from…

The Fourth of July brings with it many traditions: fireworks, beach trips, cookouts, terrified dogs and, of course, the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest.   As usual, the competition will be held on July Fourth at the original Nathan’s Famous location in Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York. Following a ban last year, 16-time Nathan’s…

Wesley Morris talks about new podcast which dives into pop culture – CBS News Watch CBS News Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Wesley Morris has a new podcast called “Cannonball with Wesley Morris.” Each week, he sits down with a guest to discuss interesting pop culture topics in hopes of better understanding it and ourselves. Be…

Michael Madsen, the actor known for appearances in several Quentin Tarantino films, including “Reservoir Dogs,” “Kill Bill Vol. 2” and “The Hateful Eight,” has died, his manager told CBS News. He was 67. Madsen apparently went into cardiac arrest and was found unresponsive in his home in Malibu, California, on Thursday morning, manager Ron Smith said….

WNBA announces expansion plans WNBA announces expansion plans for three more cities by 2030 02:47 Red Panda, the popular performer who fell off her unicycle and crashed to the court during halftime of the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup final between the Indiana Fever and the Minnesota Lynx, has a broken left wrist and will need further…

Sean “Diddy” Combs was found guilty Wednesday of transportation to engage in prostitution in his federal trial in New York City, but the music mogul was acquitted of the more severe charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. After the high-profile verdict was announced, Combs’ attorneys were trying to get him released under restrictions until…

The jury in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial in New York City said it reached a partial verdict in the case, but the judge told them they need to continue deliberating on the remaining count. The jurors sent a note to the judge late Tuesday afternoon saying they’d reached a verdict…

Samantha Lorraine brings Dora to life Samantha Lorraine takes on iconic role in new “Dora the Explorer” movie 09:27 Samantha Lorraine takes on the iconic role of Dora in Nickelodeon’s new live-action film “Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado,” which premieres Wednesday on Paramount+. The film follows 16-year-old Dora, her cousin Diego and faithful…

London — The BBC has said it regrets not pulling down its live stream of a performance at the Glastonbury music festival over the weekend that included what the broadcaster calls “utterly unacceptable” chants against Israel’s military. The taxpayer-funded BBC said in a statement Monday that it regrets not cutting short its live streaming signal…

Jurors started deliberating Monday in Sean “Diddy” Combs‘ sex trafficking case in New York, weighing charges that could put the hip-hop mogul in prison for life if the jury returns a guilty verdict for the more severe allegations. After more than two hours of legal instructions from federal Judge Arun Subramanian, the jury of eight…

Ed Spinelli for CBS News Summer is the time to kick back at concerts. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2025’s leading live acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.   Pictured: The Louisville rock band My Morning Jacket played at the Riverside Theater in Milwaukee, Wis., April 18, 2025. …

Hundreds protest extravagant Venice wedding of Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sánchez – CBS News Watch CBS News Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Venice, Italy, protesting Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos’ extravagant wedding to Lauren Sánchez. Elizabeth Palmer reports on the buzz and the backlash. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking…

What to know about Alec Baldwin’s “Rust” What to know about “Rust” as the Alec Baldwin movie premieres 02:08 A settlement has been reached in the civil lawsuit alleging negligence in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of the Western movie “Rust,” according to court documents released Friday. The lawsuit was brought…

Sean “Diddy” Combs was portrayed in his lawyer’s closing argument on Friday as the victim of an overzealous prosecution that tried to turn the recreational use of drugs and a swinger lifestyle into a racketeering conspiracy that could put the music mogul behind bars for life.  Attorney Marc Agnifilo mocked the government’s case against Combs and…

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Natasha Bedingfield announced a U.S. tour beginning this fall, marking her return to regular touring as she continues to see her music resonate with audiences worldwide. The British artist, best known for her 2004 hit “Unwritten,” said the song’s enduring popularity still amazes her more than two decades into her career. “I guess…

Lalo Schifrin, the composer who wrote the endlessly catchy theme for “Mission: Impossible” and more than 100 other arrangements for film and television, died Thursday. He was 93. Schifrin’s son, Ryan Schifrin, confirmed the death to CBS News in a statement, saying his father “succumbed to complications from pneumonia.” “His family was at his side,…

For British indie pop icon MARINA, the most thrilling part of writing a record is when she finally nails what it’s about. “I was like, it’s ‘Princess of Power’ … and it spells ‘pop.’ It’s like, this is meant to be,” MARINA said. Her sixth album, “Princess of Power,” comes after the artist — born…

Bobby Sherman, whose winsome smile and fashionable shaggy mop top helped make him into a teen idol in the 1960s and ’70s with bubblegum pop hits like “Little Woman” and “Julie, Do Ya Love Me,” has died, his wife said in a statement posted to social media. He was 81. His wife, Brigitte Poublon, announced…

Couple who found abandoned baby in subway shares emotional adoption journey – CBS News Watch CBS News Danny Stewart and Pete Mercurio found baby Kevin in a Manhattan subway station 25 years ago. Now, their story is told in the animated short film “18 Months,” capturing the love, hurdles and hope behind their family’s beginning….

The prosecution and defense rested their cases Tuesday in the sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs.  The prosecution rested after calling more than 30 witnesses, including former employees and male escorts. Two former girlfriends, including Casandra “Cassie” Ventura and a woman using the pseudonym “Jane” took the stand and told the jury they…

Twenty-five years after their duet “The Boy Is Mine” dominated the charts, Brandy and Monica are finally sharing the stage – and this time, they’re not fighting over anyone. The Grammy-winning R&B stars announced Tuesday on “CBS Mornings” their first-ever co-headlining tour, “The Boy Is Mine,” a 24-city arena run that kicks off on Oct….

Oklahoma City Thunder capture city’s first NBA title, beating Indiana Pacers – CBS News Watch CBS News The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Indiana Pacers on Sunday to win the city’s first NBA title. The franchise was known as the Seattle Supersonics when it won the title in 1979. The Pacers came up short after…

Lionel Boyce on season 3 of “The Bear” and why Marcus is ready to level up – CBS News Watch CBS News Emmy-nominated actor Lionel Boyce joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the new season of “The Bear,” his character’s growth as a pastry chef, and how the hit series explores ambition, pressure, and purpose inside…

In 1967, this video introduced a new American band: The Doors, who would quickly light the music world on fire, with a sound hypnotic, mystical, and almost menacing: You know the day destroys the nightNight divides the dayTried to run, tried to hideBreak on through to the other sideBreak on through to the other sideBreak…

“Every time I’m out in, like, nature, that’s kind of where I like to do my prayers or gratitude list,” said Patrick Schwarzenegger. These days he is counting his blessings, even though the role he was recently blessed with is anything but reverent. He plays the much-talked-about (and much-hated) Saxon Ratliff, the eldest son of…

Saturday Sessions: Grace Potter performs “Medicine” – CBS News Watch CBS News Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Grace Potter formed her first band in college before her successful solo career. In 2008, before her Grammy nods and sold-out tours, she recorded a solo album in Los Angeles with a legendary producer and elite studio musicians. That album was…

Saturday Sessions: Grace Potter performs “Paris” – CBS News Watch CBS News Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Grace Potter formed her first band in college before her successful solo career. In 2008, before her Grammy nods and sold-out tours, she recorded a solo album in Los Angeles with a legendary producer and elite studio musicians. That album was…

Larry Charles reflects on pushing boundaries in comedy – CBS News Watch CBS News In his new memoir “Comedy Samurai,” legendary writer and director Larry Charles opens up about working behind the scenes of some of TV and film’s most daring comedies, from “Curb Your Enthusiasm” to “Entourage.” Be the first to know Get browser…

Lukas Nelson starts a new chapter with “American Romance” – CBS News Watch CBS News Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lukas Nelson releases his solo album “American Romance” and opens up to Anthony Mason about the personal journey that inspired him to step away from his father Willie Nelson’s tour and his band Promise of the Real. Be…

CBS News’ Jamie Wax makes Broadway debut with powerful one-woman play – CBS News Watch CBS News Three-time Emmy winner Jean Smart plays a woman trapped in a violent marriage in the one-woman play “Call Me Izzy.” The show, written by CBS News contributor Jamie Wax, explores the power of creativity and survival. Be the first…

At 56, Owen Wilson says he’s finally learning to “smell the roses.” The Academy Award-nominated actor, known for comedic roles in films like “Wedding Crashers,” “Zoolander” and “Meet the Parents,” stars in the new Apple TV+ series “Stick” as Pryce Cahill, a washed-up professional golfer seeking redemption. Speaking at Liberty National Golf Club in New…

“Inside Edition” correspondent Alison Hall says actress Olivia Munn saved her life by sharing her breast cancer story publicly, leading Hall to seek testing that detected her own early-stage cancer. Hall was diagnosed with stage zero breast cancer after taking a breast cancer risk assessment test following Munn’s advocacy for early detection. The diagnosis came…

Extended interview: Lucie Arnaz on her parents, Lucy & Desi – CBS News Watch CBS News In this web exclusive, actress and singer Lucie Arnaz talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about growing up the daughter of comedy legends Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz; her father’s experience as a Cuban refugee and as a television pioneer,…

R. Kelly was hospitalized for an overdose after prison staff gave him “an amount of medicine that could have killed him” and was later forcibly removed from a hospital against medical advice, his lawyer alleged in a statement to CBS News and a federal court filing. The disgraced singer’s lawyer, Beau Brindley, is requesting that…

Roy Wood Jr. explores the magic of the home run in new MLB documentary – CBS News Watch CBS News Comedian Roy Wood Jr. joins “CBS Mornings” to talk about “Going, Going, Gone: The Magic of the Home Run,” a new Roku Original produced by MLB Studios. The film dives into the history and cultural…

How Jomboy Media became a sports media powerhouse – CBS News Watch CBS News Jomboy Media started as a baseball podcast between friends and its popularity exploded thanks to viral lip-reading videos. Now, Major League Baseball is investing in the fast-growing sports media brand to tap into its massive Gen Z and millennial following. Co-founder…

Kanye West shows up at Sean “Diddy” Combs trial Kanye West shows up at Sean “Diddy” Combs trial 02:06 The judge in the Sean “Diddy” Combs sex trafficking and racketeering trial in New York City dismissed one of the jurors Monday and replaced him with an alternate.  On Friday, the judge and attorneys held lengthy discussions…

In the fall of 1951, television audiences were introduced to a show biz-obsessed redhead and her bandleader husband, played by the real-life couple Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. While Lucy was undeniably the star on-camera, off-camera it was Desi, a refugee from Cuba with no connection to the world of entertainment, who would change the…

Simon & Schuster We may receive an affiliate commission from anything you buy from this article. In the new biography “Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television” (Simon & Schuster), Todd S. Purdum explores the impact on American culture by the Cuban-born entertainer who (as husband and business partner of Lucille Ball) changed the rules…

Saturday Sessions: Kashus Culpepper performs “Man of His Word” – CBS News Watch CBS News Kashus Culpepper is one of the fastest-rising stars in country music. The Alabama native started singing in church at the age of 5, then taught himself how to play the guitar while serving in the Navy just a few years…

Saturday Sessions: Kashus Culpepper performs “After Me?” – CBS News Watch CBS News Kashus Culpepper is one of the fastest-rising stars in country music. The Alabama native started singing in church at the age of 5, then taught himself how to play the guitar while serving in the Navy just a few years ago. After…

For half a century, Beach Boys songs like “Fun, Fun, Fun” have promised unending summers of fun in the sun — not at all like the life founding Beach Boy Brian Wilson actually led for many years, as Anthony Mason tells us now in our Sunday Profile: On a warm summer night at the Greek…

Violinist inspiring others by celebrating the work of black composers – CBS News Watch CBS News Rachel Barton Pine has spent years researching the classic musical created over the past four centuries by black composers. Now, she’s giving them the attention they deserve, by sharing these works with the next generation of musicians. Adriana Diaz…

Sunday Profile: Eddie Murphy – CBS News Watch CBS News It may be yet another “comeback” for the former star of “Saturday Night Live,” but it may be his biggest, as he gets acclaim for his starring role in the Netflix comedy “Dolemite Is My Name.” Tracy Smith reports. Be the first to know Get…

Carrie Coon talks role in “The Gilded Age” – CBS News Watch CBS News Actor Carrie Coon stars as Bertha Russell in “The Gilded Age,” a hit series that is set in the late 19th century. Her character tries to break into high society by throwing around the wealth of her railroad tycoon husband. She…

Why Tom Hanks took on the role of Mr. Rogers after initially turning it down – CBS News Watch CBS News Tom Hanks plays Fred Rogers in the highly anticipated new movie “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.” The Academy Award-winning actor said he initially turned down the part, but director Marielle Heller changed his…

When writing instructor Fred Durbin assigned his students to type letters to Tom Hanks on vintage typewriters, he hoped to teach them about deliberate writing. What he didn’t expect was for the Hollywood star to personally respond to every single letter. “Everyone who wrote him a letter, he responded personally and carefully to the actual…

Mo Rocca on the stories behind “Mobituaries” – CBS News Watch CBS News “CBS Sunday Morning” correspondent Mo Rocca is asking key question about life and death in his new book, “Mobituaries: Great Lives Worth Reliving.” The book honors the lives of famed artists, entertainers, and even dragons. Rocca joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss…

Big winners at the 2025 BET Awards include Kendrick Lamar, SZA – CBS News Watch CBS News The BET Awards celebrated its 25th anniversary Monday in Los Angeles, honoring excellence in Black culture and entertainment. Big winners of the night included Kendrick Lamar, Doechii and SZA. “Entertainment Tonight” co-host Kevin Frazier has more. Be the…

The immortal Wonder Woman – CBS News Watch CBS News The real superpower of the comic book heroine, who just turned 75, is the power to inspire. Faith Salie explores the history of Wonder Woman, and talks with Lynda Carter, made immortal by playing the Amazonian on TV in the 1970s, and with Jill Lepore,…

RZA talks Wu-Tang Clan’s final tour and his new film “One Spoon of Chocolate” – CBS News Watch CBS News RZA, co-founder of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan, sits down with “CBS Mornings Plus” to talk about the group’s final tour and his powerful new film “One Spoon of Chocolate,” which explores justice, survival, and the…

“Maybe Happy Ending” won big at the 2025 Tony Awards, taking home six awards, including the coveted Best Musical at the ceremony at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. “Buena Vista Social Club,” “Death Becomes Her” and “Maybe Happy Ending” each came into the night with 10 nominations. “John Proctor is the Villain”…

In a Nashville rehearsal studio, the Doobie Brothers are getting ready for another summer tour, playing “Long Train Runnin’.” More than 50 years in, and 48 million albums sold, they still want to be sure they sound sharp, even on hits they’ve played thousands of times. It was 1973, when co-founder Tom Johnston wrote down…

Jessica Williams talks “Shrinking” success – CBS News Watch CBS News Jessica Williams has been praised for stealing scenes of “Shrinking,” the Apple TV+ dramedy that also stars Harrison Ford and Jason Segel. Dana Jacobson joined Williams on set last month to get a closer look at the making of the beloved series. Be the…

Broadway is where dreams come true for theater lovers. Mentorship programs are working to bring young audiences, creatives and performers to the Great Bright Way.  The Theater Development Fund’s Wendy Wasserstein Project connects mentors to students around New York and takes kids to Broadway shows. Since its founding in 1978, some 60 mentors have brought…

Passage: Joe Jackson – CBS News Watch CBS News Through determination and stern discipline, the music promoter shaped his own children into the hit pop group “The Jackson 5” with his very young son Michael as the star. Jane Pauley reports. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and…

Tom Cruise earns Guinness World Record “Mission Impossible” helps Tom Cruise earn most burning parachute jumps Guinness World Record 01:23 Tom Cruise has become a Guinness World Record titleholder for a fiery “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” stunt.  In the stunt, Cruise jumps out of a helicopter and deploys a parachute, then lights it…

Jay Leno in the driver’s seat – CBS News Watch CBS News Traffic during rush hour in Washington, D.C., is among the worst in the nation – so lethargic that even a venerable Ford Model T, driven by comedian and car aficionado Jay Leno, would have to slow down to keep up. Special correspondent Ted…

“Wicked: For Good” trailer released – CBS News Watch CBS News The trailer for the highly-anticipated sequel, “Wicked: For Good,” has been released. In the film, Elphaba and Glinda team up to challenge the Wizard of Oz. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now…

Music is the star attraction at the 2025 Tribeca Festival, which opens Wednesday evening in New York City. The subject of numerous documentary and narrative films, music will also be a live feature at this particularly festive festival, with some artists performing mini-concerts in conjunction with film premieres. This year’s Tribeca, the 24th edition of…