Celebrity Coverage

Fayetteville Broadway star remembers Tina Turner

Deon Releford-Lee, a graduate from Fayetteville State and a Broadway actor, has had a rare look into the life of legendary singer Tina Turner.

Ray Stevenson, of 'Rome' and 'Thor' movies, dies at 58

Ray Stevenson, who played the villainous British governor in “RRR,” an Asgardian warrior in the “Thor” films, and a member of the 13th Legion in HBO’s “Rome,” has died. He was 58.

By LINDSEY BAHR, AP Film Writer

R. Kelly latest famous prisoner to spend time in NC

The disgraced singer has been convicted of numerous child sex crimes as well as sex trafficking.

Latest deepfakes use AI to replicate voices

A voice replication company is using AI to generate the voices of celebrities and others. What it can do, and the dangers it may pose.

Vanilla Ice surprises marching band members in pursuit of a dream

A community band hoping to make a big trip overseas received a big surprise on Tuesday. Rapper Vanilla Ice showed up to help them make their dreams come true.

Salisbury man owns rare collection of Marilyn Monroe keepsakes

A man from Salisbury has a rare collection of keepsakes that belonged to her, for his uncle was Marilyn Monroe's good friend and massage therapist.

Bob Saget, comedian and 'Full House' star, dead at 65

Bob Saget, the comedian and actor arguably known best by audiences as wholesome patriarch Danny Tanner on the sitcom "Full House," has died, according to a statement from the Orange County Sheriff's Office in Orlando, Florida.

By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN

Broadway pays tribute to legendary composer Stephen Sondheim

Broadway turned out Sunday to pray tribute to the late Stephen Sondheim, who died Friday at age 91.

Rapper Young Dolph gunned down at Memphis cookie store

According to a source, a vehicle pulled up after Dolph entered the store and fired a gun through the front window.

Comedian Norm MacDonald dies

Norm Macdonald, a comic who was beloved as anchor of "Saturday Night Live's" popular "Weekend Update" segments, died Tuesday, according to multiple reports, citing his manager.

Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding dies of cancer

Sarah Harding, singer with the English chart-topping band Girls Aloud, has died aged 39 following a battle with breast cancer.

By Katharina Krebs, CNN

3 meet 3: Earnhardt Jr. visits NC House

Speaker Tim Moore joked that his license plate -- No. 3 -- is often a source of confusion and disappointment for people who expect Earnhardt behind the wheel.

Taylor Swift drops cryptic video for re-release of 'Red'

Taylor Swift is hinting at the music and collaborators on the long-awaited re-release of "Red."

By Marianne Garvey, CNN

Britney Spears calls out those who didn't lend a hand when she was 'drowning'

Britney Spears shared a message seemingly aimed at those close to her who she feels ignored her in a time of need.

By Megan Thomas, CNN

Lynne Spears petitions court to allow Britney Spears to choose her own attorney

Lynne Spears, the mother of Britney Spears is asking the Los Angeles County Superior court to allow the singer to choose her own attorney.

By Chloe Melas, CNN

Paul Walker's Toyota Supra in 'The Fast and the Furious' up for auction

A car driven by actor Paul Walker in the first installment of the "Fast and Furious" film franchise is up for auction in Las Vegas next month.

By Susannah Cullinane, CNN

Salma Hayek says she almost died of COVID-19

In a new interview with 'Variety,' Hayek revealed that she contracted COVID-19 in the early days of the pandemic.

Paris Hilton campaigns against youth center abuses

The former reality TV star testified before a Utah Senate committee Monday, advocating for a bill aimed at ending abusive practices in the state's youth treatment centers.

Chadwick Boseman's widow Simone gives emotional tribute at Gotham Awards

Simone Ledward Boseman tearfully paid tribute to her late husband Chadwick Boseman Monday night during the 30th annual IFP Gotham Awards.

By Lisa Respers France, CNN

Actress Tanya Roberts is still alive, according to her publicist

Actress Tanya Roberts, who was reported by CNN and other media outlets to have died, citing her longtime publicist, Mike Pingel, is still alive, Pingel told CNN Monday.

By Megan Thomas, CNN

Those we lost in 2020

From the shocking death of an NBA legend, to the passing of a legendary Supreme Court Justice -- a look back at those we lost in 2020.

Hip-hop singer John 'Ecstasy' Fletcher from '80s hip-hop group Whodini dead at 56

John "Ecstasy" Fletcher, founder of the 1980s hip-hop group Whodini, died Wednesday at 56, according to a statement released by his family.

By Artemis Moshtaghian, CNN

Chadwick Boseman receives posthumous 'Hero for the Ages' award at MTV Movie & TV Awards

The late Chadwick Boseman was honored at Sunday's MTV Movie & TV Awards: Greatest of All Time.

By Chloe Melas, CNN

Disney+ adds tribute to Chadwick Boseman at beginning of Black Panther

Boseman, who died earlier this year after a long battle with colon cancer, would have turned 44 years old on Nov. 29.

Taylor Swift re-recording old music

Taylor Swift spoke out after news broke that Scooter Braun, a music executive, had sold the masters of her first six albums.