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Senior Pop Culture & Entertainment Reporter
Ryan Smith is a Newsweek Senior Pop Culture and Entertainment Reporter based in London, U.K. His focus is reporting on pop culture and entertainment. He has covered film, TV, music, and Hollywood celebrity news, events, and red carpets for more than a decade. He previously led teams on major Hollywood awards shows and events, including the Oscars,...
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Entertainment
Diddy’s Chances of Being Pardoned by Trump Collapse
Bettors don’t expect Sean “Diddy” Combs to be pardoned, despite Kanye “Ye” West’s plea to Donald Trump to “free” the jailed music mogul.
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Entertainment
Kanye West Keeps Staring at Bianca Censori Grammys Photos—’So Lucky’
In a post shared on X, formerly Twitter, West wrote that his wife’s “first red carpet opened a whole new world.”
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Entertainment
Karla Sofía Gascón: The Controversy Surrounding the ‘Emilia Pérez’ Star
Amid her critical acclaim and awards nominations, Gascón has been mired in controversy over resurfaced social media posts.
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Entertainment
Bill Maher Doubles Down on Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Comments
“Travis is not the keeper—he’s just not,” Maher said during an episode of his podcast. “He’s not yet ready to be house-trained.”
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Entertainment
John Rich Blasts Beyoncé After Grammys Wins
Beyoncé won three awards on Sunday, including the coveted Best Country Album prize for “Cowboy Carter.”
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Entertainment
Snoop Dogg Suffers Blow After Trump Inauguration Performance
The rapper has faced criticism over his decision to perform at an event celebrating the president’s second term.
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Entertainment
Why Katt Williams Doesn’t Want To Meet Elon Musk
Comedian Williams shared a candid response when he was asked during a recent podcast appearance if he had met billionaire Musk.
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Video Games
‘Connections’ January 30: Hints and Answers for Puzzle #599
If you need help with today’s brainteaser, Newsweek has a host of helpful hints and tips.
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Entertainment
What Madonna Has Said About Donald Trump
The singer, who this week criticized the Trump administration, has made a number of comments about the president over the years.
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Entertainment
Joe Rogan Launches Into Climate Change Rant Over LA Fires
While discussing the fires on his podcast, Rogan took aim at “a really goofy thing that people on the left are talking about.”
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Video Games
‘Wordle’ Today #1,320 Hints and Answer for Wednesday, January 29 Game
If today’s “Wordle” puzzle is proving to be a tough task, Newsweek has your back.
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Video Games
‘Connections’ January 29: Hints and Answers for Puzzle #598
Keep your win streak going—or start a new one—with the help of Newsweek’s handy hints and useful tips.
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Entertainment
Why Has ‘American Primeval’ Angered the LDS Church?
The Netflix drama, which debuted on January 9, has sparked condemnation from the Utah-headquartered church.
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Entertainment
Selena Gomez Hits Back at ‘Threat’ Over Trump Video
The actress has sparked discussion online after sharing a since-deleted video about the mass deportation of migrants.
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Entertainment
Barron, Melania Trump Video Takes Off Online—’This Is So Cute’
Video footage has resurfaced online of a young Barron Trump speaking in an accent not unlike that of his Slovenian-born mother.
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Video Games
‘Wordle’ Today #1,316 Hints and Answer for Saturday, January 25 Game
Newsweek has provided all the help you need to achieve those coveted five green squares.
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Video Games
‘Connections’ January 25: Answers and Hints for Puzzle #594
Struggling with today’s puzzle? Newsweek has your back.
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Entertainment
Terrence Howard Theory Praised by Joe Rogan—’Really Interesting’
During a recent episode of his podcast, Rogan discussed one of Howard’s theories about life on other planets.
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Entertainment
How Rotten Tomatoes Ranks the Best Picture Oscar Nominees
Audiences and critics alike have had much to say about the 10 Best Picture nominees vying for an Academy Award this year.
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Video Games
‘Wordle’ Today #1,315 Hints and Answer for Friday, January 24 Game
End the week on a winning note with the help of Newsweek’s ‘Wordle’ hints and tips.
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Lara Trump’s Inauguration Message to Husband Eric Decoded on Social Media
After the couple attended President Donald Trump’s official swearing-in ceremony, a brief exchange has prompted social media chatter.
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