Controversy

Mike Richards Out as Jeopardy! Executive Producer Amid Controversy

A little over a week after stepping down as the newly appointed host of Jeopardy!, Mike Richards is now also out as executive producer of the long-running game show.

August 31, 2021

Kourtney Kardashian's Ex Younes Bendjima Shades Scott Disick With Alleged Leaked DMs About Travis Barker

Kourtney Kardashian ex Younes Bendjima posted a screenshot showing alleged leaked DMs from Scott Disick that criticized her recent PDA in Italy with boyfriend Travis Barker.

August 31, 2021

Exclusive

Bachelor Nation's Jef Holm Drops Restraining Order Against Robby Hayes

Jef Holm exclusively told E! News why he decided to put a stop to the restraining order he filed against fellow Bachelor Nation star Robby Hayes.

August 31, 2021

Kanye West Claims Universal Released Donda Album Without His Permission

After Kanye West's new album Donda dropped, the rapper stated on social media that he hadn't yet granted approval to his record label to release it.

August 30, 2021

Sarah Paulson Admits "Regret" After Backlash Over Wearing Fat Suit as Linda Tripp on Impeachment

Sarah Paulson responded to controversy over her wearing 4.5 pounds of padding to play Linda Tripp in the upcoming FX series Impeachment: American Crime Story.

August 30, 2021

Exclusive

Kim Kardashian "Caught Off Guard" By Kanye West's Decision to Invite Marilyn Manson to Donda Event

Multiple sources told E! News Kim Kardashian was not aware that controversial figures Marilyn Manson and DaBaby would play a part in Kanye West’s Donda listening event.

August 28, 2021

Tina Knowles Claps Back at "Righteous" Criticism of Beyoncé's Tiffany Diamond

Tina Knowles defended Beyoncé after the pop star was criticized for wearing the Tiffany Yellow Diamond, which was acquired during the colonial era in South Africa.

August 27, 2021

BTS Denies Claims of Chart "Manipulation" Tactics: "We're Easy Targets"

BTS and their talent agency are firing back at speculation that the group's fan ARMY might be trying to manipulate the music charts in their favor.

August 26, 2021

Britney Spears Praises Sam Asghari for Sticking By Her Through "Hardest Years" of Her Life

Britney Spears applauded Sam Asghari with a heartwarming tribute about his support for her, further proving that they will be together "'Til the World Ends."

August 26, 2021

Addison Rae Perfectly Responds to Shade About Her Rumored Met Gala Invite

TikTok star Addison Rae used humor to address speculation that she's attending the ultra-exclusive 2021 Met Gala.

August 25, 2021

Update!

Nirvana Gets Child Pornography Case Dismissed Regarding Baby on Nevermind Cover

In court documents obtained by E! News, Spencer Elden claimed Nirvana “knowingly produced, possessed and advertised commercial child pornography" with their 1991 album cover.

January 4, 2022

Amber Smith Shares "Most Hurtful" Messages She Received After Son River's Fatal Drowning

Two years after River's drowning, actress Amber Smith called out the hateful messages she's received since welcoming a baby boy with husband Granger Smith.

August 24, 2021

Josh Duggar's Attorneys File Motions to Dismiss Child Pornography Case

In court documents obtained by E! News, former 19 Kids and Counting star Josh Duggar and his lawyers alleged prosecutors failed to preserve potentially exculpatory evidence.

August 24, 2021

The Truth About Jonestown and What All Cults Have in Common

From Charles Manson to Jim Jones to NXIVM founder Keith Raniere, cults begin—and usually end—with the unmitigated hubris of a charismatic leader.

August 22, 2021

Update!

Sha'Carri Richardson Finishes Last in First Race Since Her Marijuana Suspension

Sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson did not make a comeback following her 2020 Tokyo Olympics disqualification over a positive drug test.

August 21, 2021

Inside Jeopardy!'s Search for a New Host After Mike Richards' Sudden Exit

Aaron Rodgers and LeVar Burton were previous frontrunners to host Jeopardy! before Mike Richards accepted—and stepped down—from the gig.

August 20, 2021

Fabio Claims Murdered Designer Gianni Versace Owed Him "Big Time" Money

In a new interview, Fabio accused Gianni Versace of shorting him on his work, describing the late fashion mogul as a dishonest person.

August 19, 2021

New Jeopardy! Host Mike Richards Apologizes After Past Sexist Remarks Resurface

Mike Richards is stirring controversy again following his promotion to Jeopardy! host, this time over unearthed sexist comments made on a past podcast.

August 19, 2021

Country Singer John Rich Defends Carrie Underwood for Liking Anti-Mask Tweet

Big and Rich singer John Rich spoke out about the controversy surrounding Carrie Underwood's Twitter activity, as Billy Eichner revealed Carrie had blocked him on the platform.

August 18, 2021

Joanna Gaines and Chip Gaines Laugh Off Reports About Their "Supposed Beliefs and Politics"

Subhead: In a new interview in the couple’s Magnolia Journal, Joanna Gaines responds to the negative press the couple has received.

August 18, 2021

CNN's Chris Cuomo Addresses Brother Andrew's Resignation Amid Sexual Harassment Accusations

During his CNN show on Aug. 16, Chris Cuomo spoke out about brother Andrew Cuomo's resignation as governor of New York following allegations of sexual harassment.

August 17, 2021

Naomi Osaka's Team Slams Reporter's "Really Appalling Behavior" During News Conference

Naomi Osaka's team is speaking out after the player faced an "aggressively toned question" during a news conference, stating that she will not be bullied.

August 16, 2021

Don Cheadle Defends Kevin Hart After Awkward Exchange About His Age Goes Viral

Don Cheadle set the record straight on what really happened when Kevin Hart awkwardly said, "Damn!" in response to the actor's age.

August 16, 2021

Debra Winger Says She Quit A League of Their Own Because of Madonna

Debra Winger, who spent months training to play the Geena Davis role in A League of Their Own, says she quit the film after Madonna joined the cast.

August 16, 2021

Titans' Vincent Kartheiser Denies On-Set Misbehavior Accusations Following Investigations

Mad Men alum Vincent Kartheiser denies allegations of misbehavior on the set of the HBO Max series Titans following two internal investigations.

August 14, 2021