Controversy

Gene Simmons Breaks Silence on Dancing With the Stars Controversial Comments

Gene Simmons addressed backlash over his comments to Dancing With the Stars contestants during his stint as a guest judge on the show's hair metal episode, saying, "I stand by every word I said."

October 11, 2024

JoJo Siwa Seemingly Plays Into Beyoncé & Sean "Diddy" Combs Conspiracy Theory With Award Show Shoutout

JoJo Siwa appeared to allude to a conspiracy theory that alleges Beyoncé is connected to Sean "Diddy" Combs' amid his sex-trafficking charges during a speech at the Industry Dance Awards.

October 9, 2024

Artem Chigvintsev Responds After Nikki Garcia Says He Attacked Her

In response to Nikki Garcia's recent restraining order, Artem Chigvintsev made new claims against his estranged wife, saying she attacked him on Aug. 29.

October 4, 2024

Garth Brooks Speaks Out on Rape Allegation From His and Trisha Yearwood's Makeup Artist

Garth Brooks broke his silence to deny allegations after his former makeup artist and hairstylist filed a lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault and battery on multiple occasions in 2019.

October 4, 2024

Olympian Suni Lee Calls Out MyKayla Skinner's "Put Down" to Gymnastics Team

Olympic champion Suni Lee shared that the MyKayla Skinner criticism ahead of the 2024 Paris Games was “frustrating,” especially considering “all the things that I’ve been through."

October 3, 2024

Luke Bryan Explains Why Beyoncé Was Snubbed at 2024 CMA Awards

After Beyoncé was seemingly shut out of the 2024 CMA Awards when she didn’t receive any nominations for Cowboy Carter, Luke Bryan shared his thoughts on the news.

October 3, 2024

Pink Shuts Down Conspiracy Theory About Sean "Diddy" Combs Connection

Pink shut down speculation that her decision to wipe her X account history was connected to Sean "Diddy" Combs' recent arrest for sex-trafficking and racketeering charges.

September 26, 2024

Olympic Gymnast Jordan Chiles Files Appeal Over Bronze Medal Ruling

Jordan Chiles' attorneys filed an appeal with the Federal Supreme Court of Switzerland to overturn CAS' decision to strip her from the bronze medal and award to the prize to Romania's Ana Barbosu.

September 17, 2024

TikTokers Matt Howard and Abby Howard Slammed for Leaving Toddlers in Cruise Ship Cabin

Social media influencers Matt Howard and Abby Howard faced criticism after sharing they left their sons alone in their cruise ship room while they ate dinner.

September 16, 2024

Why Hacks Star Hannah Einbinder's Mom Slammed The Bear After 2024 Emmy Wins

At the 2024 Emmys, The Bear's Liza Colón-Zayas topped Hacks' Hannah Einbinder in the supporting actress in a comedy series race, and SNL alum Laraine Newman—a.k.a. Einbinder's mom—had thoughts.

September 16, 2024

ESPN’s Shannon Sharpe Confirms He Accidentally Live Streamed NFSW Video

ESPN commentator Shannon Sharpe admitted he accidentally shared a live stream of himself engaging in sexual activities. The former NFL star previously claimed his social media was hacked.

September 12, 2024

Olympian Jordan Chiles Returns to Spotlight at 2024 VMAs Red Carpet After Bronze Medal Debacle

Less than a month after being stripped of her bronze medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics, gymnast Jordan Chiles stepped out in a stunning red carpet look at the 2024 MTV VMAs in New York City. 

September 11, 2024

Jordan Chiles Says Her "Heart Is Broken" After Having Olympic Medal Stripped

Gymnast Jordan Chiles spoke candidly in her first interview since her 2024 Paris Olympics bronze medal was stripped, saying she was feeling heartbroken and lost her love of the sport.

September 11, 2024

Inside the Terrifying Case of the Idaho College Student Murders

Four University of Idaho students were stabbed to death in the early morning hours of Nov. 13, 2022. Six weeks later, police arrested Bryan Kohberger, who has pleaded not guilty to murder charges.

September 11, 2024

Shailene Woodley Reacts to Backlash Over Sharing Melania Trump’s Letter About Husband Donald Trump

Nearly two months after Shailene Woodley faced criticism for reposting Melania Trump's message on husband Donald Trump's assassination attempt, the actress addressed her controversial move.

September 9, 2024

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How Olympian Laurie Hernandez Deals With Online Haters After Viral Paris Commentary

Olympics gymnastics commentator Laurie Hernandez exclusively told E! News about how it was “difficult to release” the harsh criticism she received during the 2024 Paris Games.

August 27, 2024

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Olympics Commentator Laurie Hernandez Shares Update on Jordan Chiles After Medal Controversy

Olympic commentator and athlete Laurie Hernandez shared with E! News her heartbreak over Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal controversy—and with whom she thinks the blame lies.

August 27, 2024

Lily Allen Responds to Backlash After Giving Up Puppy for Eating Her Passport

Lily Allen broke her silence after receiving backlash for sharing the story behind rehoming the dog her family had adopted: "Her happiness and welfare were central to us making that decision."

August 26, 2024

Everything Elle King Has Said About Dad Rob Schneider

Singer Elle King has had complimentary things to say about her dad, Rob Schneider, but she recently put the Deuce Bigalow star on blast for being "not nice"—and he publicly offered her an apology.

August 24, 2024

Patrick Mahomes' Pregnant Wife Brittany Mahomes Claps Back at Haters in Cryptic Post

Brittany Mahomes—who is currently expecting baby No. 3 with husband Patrick Mahomes—shared a message for her critics, saying they "hate to see others doing well."

August 24, 2024

Logan Paul Addresses Accusation He Pushed Dog Off Boat in Resurfaced Video

Logan Paul responded to allegations that he purposefully pushed his dog off a boat in a resurfaced YouTube video from 2020.

August 23, 2024

Matthew Perry Ketamine Case: Doctors Called Him “Moron” in Text Messages, Prosecutors Allege

Prior to his death, Matthew Perry's doctors Salvador Plasencia and Mark Chavez allegedly exchanged text messages wondering how much they can get the "moron" to pay for ketamine. 

August 16, 2024

Jordan Chiles Vows "Justice" Will Be Served After Losing Medal Appeal

Jordan Chiles spoke out after losing her appeal to reinstate her bronze medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics, saying that she's confident "justice" will be the outcome of the gymnastics controversy. 

August 15, 2024

Jordan Chiles Olympic Medal Controversy: USA Gymnastics Reveal Further Issues With Ruling

In the ongoing controversy surrounding Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal, USA Gymnastics cited new issues with the CAS’ ruling, alleging key information was sent to wrong email addresses.

August 15, 2024

TikToker Nicole Renard Warren Claps Back Over Viral Firework Display at Baby’s Sex Reveal

Influencer Nicole Renard Warren said the massive fireworks display at her baby’s sex reveal party that sparked a wave of critics was "a total surprise."

August 14, 2024