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Bella Thorne Alleges On-Set Assault by Co-Star Mickey Rourke, Ignites Talks of a New #MeToo Surge in Hollywood

Los Angeles — A fresh wave of activism akin to the #MeToo movement may be building in Hollywood, following allegations made by actress Bella Thorne against actor Mickey Rourke. Thorne, who co-starred with Rourke in the 2020 film “Girl,” recently disclosed distressing details about her experience while working on the movie set. Five years after the film’s release, Thorne took to social media to air her grievances publicly. She accused Rourke of physically assaulting her …

Hollywood Mourns the Passing of Beloved Stars, Including ‘Top Gun’ Icon Val Kilmer and ‘Dennis the Menace’ Star Jay North in 2025

Los Angeles — The entertainment world has bid farewell to several beloved figures from the realms of music, film, television, and beyond, each leaving behind legacies that fans and fellow artists alike will treasure. As 2025 progresses, the loss of these talents has been felt deeply across the industry, impacting fans around the world. Among the musicians whose deaths have been mourned this year is Clem Burke, the dynamic drummer of the iconic 1970s band …

Community in Mourning: Local Man Tragically Killed in North Hollywood Bar Shooting

North Hollywood, Calif. – A tightly-knit community is in mourning following a tragic shooting outside a local bar in North Hollywood, which claimed the life of a young man early Sunday morning. The incident, which erupted amidst a dispute that officials say turned deadly, has shocked the typically peaceful neighborhood. According to local authorities, the altercation escalated rapidly, resulting in gunfire that left one person dead at the scene. The victim, a man in his …

LAPD Releases Surveillance Video to Identify Suspect in Brazen Daylight Stabbing in East Hollywood

Los Angeles, CA — Amid heightened concerns for public safety in East Hollywood, authorities have intensified their search for a suspect linked to a disturbing assault earlier this year. The incident, which occurred around noon on January 18, left a woman with multiple stab wounds near the bustling intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and Edgemont Street. Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) officials are now leveraging newly released video footage in hopes of apprehending the assailant. …

Hollywood Producer Denies Drug Involvement in Tragic Deaths of Model and Friend During Emotional Court Testimony

Los Angeles – In a poignant courtroom revelation, Hollywood producer David Brian Pearce, accused of the deaths of a model and her friend, vehemently denied providing drugs or being involved in their murder. The 45-year-old Pearce stands trial in downtown Los Angeles facing multiple charges, including murder and sexual assault spanning several years. According to Pearce, he did not witness Christy Giles, 24, an aspiring actress and model, and Hilda Marcela Cabrales-Arzola, 26, an architect, …

Hollywood Hills Ablaze: Sunset Fire Ignites Urgent Evacuations Amid Los Angeles Wildfire Crisis

Los Angeles, CA – A rapidly spreading brush fire, now dubbed the Sunset Fire, ignited in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday evening, prompting immediate evacuation orders. The Los Angeles Fire Department reported the fire initially covered around 10 acres between Runyon Canyon and Wattles Park but quickly expanded to 50-60 acres by 8:00 p.m. The mandatory evacuation zone includes areas from Laurel Canyon Blvd to Mulholland Dr and from the 101 Freeway down to Hollywood …

Arrests Made in Tragic Turnpike Shooting of Mother and Young Daughter Near Hollywood

Broward County, FL — Authorities have apprehended two individuals linked to a tragic incident on the Florida Turnpike that resulted in the deaths of a woman and her young daughter this past summer. The arrests mark a significant breakthrough in an investigation that has gripped South Florida for months, concerning the shocking roadside killing near Hollywood Boulevard. In June, a distressing scenario unfolded along the northbound lanes of the Florida Turnpike near Mile Marker 49, …

Hollywood Shocker: Celebrity Doctor’s Ex-Wife Charged in Alleged Murder-for-Hire Plot

Los Angeles – In a startling development that reads like a Hollywood thriller, the former wife of a well-known Los Angeles doctor, reportedly beloved by celebrities, has been charged with his murder. Authorities allege that she hired a hitman to carry out the killing, which has sent shockwaves through the community. Dr. Simon Carver, a prominent physician whose clientele included several high-profile figures, was tragically gunned down outside his Beverly Hills clinic last month. Following …

Hollywood Mourns: Remembering the Stars We Lost in 2024

Los Angeles — The entertainment community is facing a profound period of grief as it bids farewell to some of its most beloved figures who have passed away in 2024. The loss spans a diverse range of talent, including actors known for both their historical and contemporary contributions, as well as musicians who have left indelible marks on their genres. Actor Alan Rachins, known for his roles in “LA Law” and “Showgirls,” passed away due …

Haunted Hollywood: Tragic Tales and Eerie Legends Swirl Around the Classic ‘Poltergeist’ Trilogy

Los Angeles, California – When it premiered in 1982, “Poltergeist” not only cemented itself as a monumental fixture in American horror cinema but also sparked discussions around an eerie mystique presumed to shadow the film and its sequels. Directed by Tobe Hooper with Steven Spielberg as producer, the supernatural horror film weaves terrifying visions with gripping storytelling where a seemingly ordinary family encounters sinister forces in their suburban home. The plot centers around the Freeling …