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Kim Kardashian and comedian Pete Davidson have ended their relationship, a source close to the couple tells CNN. "They did break up this week amicably due to distance and schedules," the source said. The pair, who became Instagram official in March and made their red carpet debut in May, have been romantically linked since October 2021. In an episode of her Hulu series, Kardashian opened up about meeting Davidson when she hosted "Saturday Night Live" and making a connection with him. "I did 'SNL,'" Kardashian said on the show."And then when we kissed in the scene, it was just a vibe." She later said she decided to pursue him after their kiss during filming for a skit. The reality TV star left the sketch comedy show after eight years at the end of last season. Kardashian was declared leg...

After facing online backlash and criticism from disability campaigners, Beyoncé announced that she will remove an ableist slur from her new album, "Renaissance." The 40-year-old singer received rave reviews when she debuted her dance-inspired seventh studio album on Friday, but she came under fire over the weekend when fans noticed the inclusion of a derogatory term in the song "Heated." On the track, co-written by Drake, Beyoncé sings the line: "Spazzin' on that ass, spazz on that ass." The word "spaz" was originally an offensive slur referring to people with cerebral palsy, but has since been reclaimed and used by some members of the disabled community. However, the word is still considered demeaning by many others, including disability advocate Hannah Diviney. "So @Beyonce used the w...

Marvel released a new look at the next chapter of "Black Panther" at San Diego Comic-Con, and the two-minute trailer is packed with peeks at what awaits us in the sequel without star Wakanda Chadwick Boseman, who died after a private battle with cancer in 2020 at age 43. One thing is clear from in brief look: Boseman may be gone, but T'Challa played by Letitia Wright is not forgotten. Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige announced more details on the lineup for the so-called fifth phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The studio has set up a new installment of the Captain America franchise called "Captain America: New World Order," in theaters May 3, 2024, and a film called "Thunderbolts," hitting theaters on July 26, 2024. Marvel recently announced a new "Fantastic Four" movie sla...

Actress Selma Blair revealed that she hopes to appear in a "Legally Blonde 3" sequel. Released in 2001, the original "Legally Blonde" starred Reece Witherspoon as Elle Woods, a California sorority president turned Harvard Law student. The 2003 sequel "Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde" ended with Elle setting her sights on the White House. Blair played Vivian Kensington -- Elle's romantic rival turned friend -- in the classic comedy and opened up about reprising her role during an appearance on Evan Ross Katz's podcast "Shut Up Evan." Witherspoon initially announced that a third installment of the franchise was in the works in 2018, tweeting a clip of herself in the character's trademark pink bikini. Mindy Kaling, who is writing the screenplay along with "Parks and Recreation" a...

Another family-friendly South Korean series from Netflix was a hit among fans, which has given hope to investors that there are more opportunities for the series. Netflix's "Extraordinary Attorney Woo," a series that follows the titular character Woo Young-woo as "a newbie at a top law firm and a woman on the autism spectrum," has topped watchlists on the streaming platform for the last two weeks. It was the most-watched non-English television show on Netflix globally from July 4 to 17, according to the company's metrics. The show ranked number one in that category in eight countries, and appeared in the top 10 for 22 countries, Netflix said. That's good news for Astory Co., South Korea's production company behind hits such as "Kingdom," another hot show for Netflix. Shares of Astory Co...

Old things, new things, something international, and real life-inspired dramas are all a part of this show. This year Emmy Awards nominations juggled an almost impossible task, trying to identify standout new series, like "Only Murders in the Building" and "Abbott Elementary," while acknowledging older ones, including past winners and a number of shows that were in or about to enter their final seasons. Add to that an increasingly international flavor to the television landscape, with Netflix's South Korean sensation "Squid Game" securing a best-drama nomination -- the first non-English-language show to achieve that feat -- and you have a solid prescription for what an overwhelming task this has become. How overwhelming? Well, for starters, the Television Academy decided not to break do...

James Caan, the American actor known for his roles as "The Godfather," "Misery" and "Elf," died , his family verified on his verified Twitter account. He was 82. The family of Jimmy Caan confirmed the actor's death in a statement on July 7. "The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time," they said, without disclosing a cause of death. Caan first found fame playing Chicago Bears halfback Brian Piccolo in "Brian's Song," a widely seen 1971 TV movie. The tear-jerking film chronicled Piccolo's real-life battle with terminal cancer, drawing praise for its treatment of the interracial friendship between Piccolo and a Black teammate, Gale Sayers. Caan became a big star thanks to his lea...

Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian are now commemorating "a scary and emotional week." On their respective verified social media platforms, they are talking about Barker's recent hospitalization. In a note posted on his Instagram stories, Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker explained that during his endoscopy he had "a very small polyp removed right in a very sensitive area" which injured a critical pancreatic drainage tube, resulting in severe life-threatening pancreatitis. The musician also thanked his family and friends for helping him through this difficult time. Barker married Caitlyn Jenner's daughter, Kylie Jenner, in May at an extravagant celebration in Portofino, Italy. She also shared Barker's note on her Instastories. "Why on God's earth has it been such a difficult and ver...

Martha Stewart had to miss an event she had been looking forward to because her test results indicated a possible connection to COVID-19. Mario Badescu Skin Care's verified Instagram account describes the relationship between founder Mario Badescu and Martha Stewart, who was a fan and friend of the brand before becoming a public figure herself. "When Mario Badescu was just getting started, he met a young and ambitious woman named Martha Stewart," it says. "That woman not only went on to become an American icon, but an ambassador of our brand, with her glowing skin, kind heart, and knowledge of all good things." Now 80 years old, Stewart remains close to the brand. "I'm heartbroken to be missing the celebration of over 50 years of amazing skincare and the launch of 'The Martha Facial' at...

Game of Thrones fans may not have seen the last of Jon Snow. The Hollywood Reporter revealed that the adaptation of HBO's Game of Thrones hit show was entering into early development. Kit Harrington, who played the beloved Jon Snow in the series, is in line to potentially reprise his role. The Jon Snow-centered television show is intended to be put out after the events of "Game of Thrones," which ended in 2019 after almost a decade. HBO has declined to comment on reports that the network is considering a spinoff of "Game of Thrones." Representatives for actor Kit Harrington, who played Jon Snow in the hit HBO series, did not immediately respond to request for comment. The reopening of Jon Snow's story would upend the divisive eighth-and-final season and provide a chance for viewers t...