CD sales in US increase for 1st time in nearly 20 years

U.S. sales for physical CDs in 2021 increased for the first time since 2004, according to recent data published by the Recording Industry Association of America.

New Selena album coming out next month

A new album featuring 13 songs from the late Tejano signer Selena Quintanilla Perez is coming out next month, her father announced.

Actor Benedict Cumberbatch hopes to house Ukrainian refugees

The Marvel superhero hopes to take part in the British government’s “Homes for Ukraine” program, which aims to reward people who offer their homes for Ukrainian refugees fleeing Russia’s invasion.

Drones form giant QR code to promote 'Halo 'over Austin for SXSW

Drones, part of a marketing campaign from Paramount+ to promote its upcoming sci-fi series Halo, formed a QR code over Austin.

Dolly Parton ‘respectfully’ withdraws her Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame nomination

The country music legend wrote that she’s extremely flattered and grateful, but feels she hasn’t “earned that right” to be inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame.

Jussie Smollett in ‘psych ward’ at jail, family allegedly receiving threatening phone calls

Family members of Jussie Smollett claim they have received harassing and threatening phone calls since the actor began serving five months of jail time for staging a hate crime hoax in 2019.

Pete Davidson blasting off to space on Blue Origin's 4th suborbital human flight

"Saturday Night Live" star Pete Davidson will be among those catching a ride to the edge of space on Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket, scheduled to launch March 23.

William Hurt, Oscar-winning actor, dies at the age of 71

William Hurt, the Oscar-winning actor of “Broadcast News,” “Body Heat” and “The Big Chill,” has died. He was 71.

Alec Baldwin files paperwork to avoid liability in deadly 'Rust' movie shooting

Alec Baldwin filed an arbitration claim Friday against producers of the film "Rust," alleging he is not financially responsible for the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins last year.

Willie Nelson's sister Bobbie dead at 91

Bobbie was the first member of Willie's band as his pianist and singer.

Emilio Delgado, Sesame Street's 'Luis,' dies at 81

According to his reps, Emilio Delgado passed away Thursday surrounded by family at his home in New York City.

Jennifer Garner shows ‘random act of kindness’ for people in need

On Wednesday, the actress posted a video on social media explaining an easy way to show a “random act of kindness” using Ziploc bags.

Original 'A Chorus Line' cast member stages show in metro Atlanta

"A Chorus Line" caused a sensation when it opened in 1975. Now, one of the original cast members of the blockbuster musical is staging the show in metro Atlanta, carrying on the legacy she helped create nearly 50 years ago.