Octavia Spencer

James Earl Jones Dead at 93: Mark Hamill, LeVar Burton and More Pay Tribute 

After James Earl Jones passed away at 93, many in Hollywood came out to pay homage to the legendary actor including Mark Hamill, LeVar Burton, Octavia Spencer and more.

September 9, 2024

Hollywood's Biggest Stars React to President Biden Dropping Out of Race

Following news that President Joe Biden will be dropping out of the 2024 presidential election, Hollywood's biggest stars are weighing in on his decision.

July 21, 2024

Hannah Waddingham Details Trauma From Filming ‘Game of Thrones’ Waterboarding Scene

Game of Thrones actress Hannah Waddingham—who played Septa Unella in the HBO series—shared the lasting trauma she experienced from filming a torture scene in season six.

April 5, 2024

Jennifer Garner Plays The Saxophone For Reese Witherspoon On Her Birthday

It’s Reese Witherspoon’s Birthday and Jennifer Garner is honoring her in the best way possible. The actress takes to Instagram to post a video of her playing the saxophone!

March 23, 2024

Taraji P. Henson Gets EMOTIONAL Detailing Pay Inequality

Taraji P. Henson receives support from many fellow Black actresses after 'The Color Purple' star details the pay inequality she's experienced in Hollywood.

December 21, 2023

Octavia Spencer, Keke Palmer and More Stars Support Taraji P. Henson’s Pay Inequality Comments

Taraji P. Henson has received support from fellow actresses, including Gabrielle Union and Keke Palmer, after the Empire star grew emotional detailing the pay inequality she's experienced.

December 21, 2023

Celebs React to SAG-AFTRA Strike Ending After 118 Days

SAG-AFTRA has reached a tentative deal with AMPTP after 118 days of striking. Here's what Zac Efron, Jamie Foxx, Jamie Lee Curtis, and more are saying.

November 9, 2023

Ron Cephas Jones Dead at 66: This Is Us Cast Pays Tribute to Late Costar

Ron Cephas Jones, who won two Emmys for playing William Hill on This Is Us and recently starred on Truth Be Told, died at age 66. See his costars' tributes to the late actor.

August 20, 2023

Octavia Spencer Says Her "Heart Is Broken" for Sandra Bullock After "Soulmate" Bryan Randall's Death

Octavia Spencer mourned the death of Sandra Bullock's partner Bryan Randall—who passed away following a private battle with ALS—and noted "the world lost a talented, handsome, all around good guy!"

August 9, 2023

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Gabrielle Union Explains Why Season 3 of Truth Be Told Hit So Close to Home

In an exclusive interview with E! News, Truth Be Told star Gabrielle Union explained why the subject matter of season three was so personal to her and how she hopes the show effects change.

January 20, 2023

Octavia Spencer & Gabrielle Union Recall Case of the Giggles on Set

"Truth Be Told" stars Gabrielle Union & Octavia Spencer dish on working together for the third time. Plus, how they want to change the narratives for true crime stories.

January 20, 2023

Octavia Spencer Mourns Death of General Hospital Actress Sonya Eddy

Octavia Spencer announced the death of friend Sonya Eddy, who was best known for her role as nurse Epiphany Johnson on General Hospital.

December 20, 2022

Leslie Jordan Dead at 67: Dolly Parton, Sean Hayes & More Pay Tribute

Leslie Jordan receives a farewell from Hollywood royalty following his tragic death. See tributes from "Will & Grace" co-stars, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Rosie O'Donnell & more.

October 25, 2022

"Gutted" Octavia Spencer Mourns Death of Her Nephew

Octavia Spencer announced the death of her nephew in a gut-wrenching message on May 31, telling her Instagram followers in part, "today was the second worst day of my life."

June 1, 2022

Octavia Spencer Apologizes to Britney Spears For "Prenup" Comment

The Oscar winner takes to Instagram to issue a public apology to the "Lucky" singer and fiancé Sam Asghari over prenup joke. Watch!

September 15, 2021

Octavia Spencer Apologizes to Britney Spears and Sam Asghari Over Prenup Comment

Octavia Spencer says she reached out privately to Britney Spears and Sam Asghari over a comment she left in response to the singer's engagement announcement.

September 15, 2021

Britney Spears' Fiancé Sam Asghari Mocks Fans Urging Her to Sign a Prenup

After Britney Spears' engagement announcement led Octavia Spencer and other supporters to push for a prenup, the singer's fiancé, Sam Asghari, fired back at the concerns.

September 13, 2021

"The Help" Cast 10 Years Ago: Live From E! Rewind

"The Help" turns 10! In honor of heartfelt film's anniversary, take a look at these throwback interviews with Emma Stone, Viola Davis and more!

August 10, 2021

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Kate Hudson Admits She's Been "Burned a Couple Times" for Being Too Trusting

Truth Be Told star Kate Hudson revealed she is sometimes trusting to a fault when it comes to past friendships during E! News' Daily Pop on Aug. 2.

August 2, 2021

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See Octavia Spencer and Kate Hudson's Friendship Unravel in Truth Be Told Trailer

See Kate Hudson and Octavia Spencer's friendship unravel in the chilling trailer for the Apple TV+ series Truth Be Told, which premieres on Friday, August 20.

June 16, 2021

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How Melissa McCarthy Really Feels About Training for Superhero Stunts

Melissa McCarthy discussed training for stunts for her new superhero movie, Thunder Force. Plus, Octavia Spencer revealed why their heroes are relatable.

April 5, 2021

Octavia Spencer, Gabrielle Union and More Stars React to Taraji P. Henson's Nude Photo Prank

Octavia Spencer "nearly fainted" after receiving a shocking text from her friend Taraji P. Henson. Scroll on to see the message the Empire star sent her celeb friends.

April 2, 2021