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The estranged couple will now spend their summers single from now on. The former couple chronicled their relationship on the Bravo hit show "Summer House," starting in the show's first season. Though, the couple began dating in the summer of 2015, a year before the show began filming. Amanda Batula and Kyle Cooke, stars of Bravo’s “Summer House,” announced their split on their respective Instagram Stories. “After much reflection, we have mutually and amicably decided to part ways as a couple,” the statement read. “We share this with a heavy heart and kindly ask for your grace and support while we focus on our personal growth and healing.” The couple proceeded to ask for privacy while noting their honesty about their relationship throughout the years. Speculation of tensions between the duo began in November 2025 when a report claimed they were living separately. A source close to the couple told US Weekly  at the time that the claims weren’t true. “They’re going through a challenging time,” the source told the publication. Though, they insisted Batula and Cooke were committed to making the marriage work.  Days later, fellow “Summer House” star Lindsay Hubbard also vouched for the couple at the time. The former fashion publicist said that the couple’s marriage was solid, noting that it was “no big deal” that they were going through a rough patch. As Bravo fans react to the news, Cooke broke his silence on the split while speaking with “Hollywood Raw” podcast host Adam Glyn.  “It’s a lot to swallow when your entire relationship from the very, very beginning is on TV. So we knew it wasn’t [going to] be easy,” Cooke said in the video captured by Glyn .  Even though he declined to specify when the couple went their separate ways, Cooke notes that fans picked up on the fact they weren’t living together. Jokingly, he said that it was “the worst kept secret” and the couple wasn’t ready to speak about it at the time.  “We weren’t lying about it. We didn’t split, we didn’t separate. We were trying to figure out the best way to give our relationship another,” Cooke continued. “And ultimately, we decided we don’t [want to] give each other false hope, we don’t [want to] give our friends and family false hope, we don’t [want to] give fans false hope … There’s no playbook.” He confirms that the duo will continue to do press together for the show’s upcoming season, noting that there isn’t any hate. A source told US Weekly that the couple had ongoing issues last summer, and decided to call it quits during the fall. According to the insider, the duo were already separated by the time BravoCon rolled around in November. The consensus at the time was to keep the news under wraps.  The source continued to spill the tea  to the publication, citing a recent incident as Batula’s breaking point. The incident in question was featured in the trailer for the upcoming season of “Summer House” — Batula can be heard describing the time Cooke was caught sleeping at a fan's house.  Not only that, but Cooke’s constant partying into the early morning was another factor in the breakup. Cooke’s heavy partying has been a point of contention for fans of the show to see throughout the years.  “She felt unheard and emotionally exhausted,” the source continued. The couple realized they were on different pages, and didn’t want the same things anymore. The split wasn’t shocking for the former couple’s inner-circle as it had been a long time coming. According to the source, Batula wanted the divorce, but neither she nor Cooke had lawyers or any plans in place at the time. “Summer House” co-star West Wilson spoke on the split during his appearance on the “Show Me Something” podcast . Noting the relationship’s publicity, Wilson supports the former couple’s call for privacy. He later talks about the difficulty of the situation. “Even if this is what’s best for them and it’s all going to be for the better, it is still objectively a hard thing to do,” Wilson said. “It is probably so f–king exhausting. I can’t speak for them, but I am proud of them up until this point.” As cast members and fans discuss the news, the upcoming season of “Summer House” will premiere on Tuesday, February 3 on Bravo network. The tenth season of the Bravo hit will feature the couple’s relationship woes throughout the summer.

As awards season is underway, the Golden Globes featured some show stopping looks. Teyana Taylor, Ayo Edebiri, and Chase Sui Wonders grace the red carpet for the 83rd Annual Golden Globes. Hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, this year’s Golden Globes aired live on January 11 from The Beverly Hilton.  The nominations saw One Battle After Another  nine times, the film winning four of those nominations. Sentimental Value  had eight nominations while Ryan Coogler’s Sinners  had seven nominations. The latter walked away with two Golden Globes while the former walked away with one award. Before actors, directors, writers, and industry veterans gathered in The Hilton Beverly, they walked the red carpet in their finest dress, suits, and luxurious outfits.  Amanda Seyfried’s Custom Versace Dress Takes a Quirky Spin on Classic and Timeless Style A white and strapless gown drapes on Seyfried’s body in a diagonal manner, complete with a dramatic train and stole, as she takes on the ceremony’s red carpet. She paired the dress with a yellow-gold and diamond Tiffany & Co. necklace. Seyfried wore a custom Versace dress that wrapped around the actress' body (Getty Images) Seyfried’s stylist Elizabeth Stewart describes the actress’ style as classic and timeless with a quirky streak. The custom Versace dress, which took 400 hours to complete, blended 1950s Old Hollywood glamour with contemporary touches. “It’s very flattering to have something built for you,” Seyfried said during the final fitting  for the gown. When told about the 400-hour construction time, the actress’ eyes bulged in awe.  Seyfried was nominated for two awards — Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy for The Testament of Ann Lee  and Best Performance by a Female Actor in Limited/Anthology Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television for her role in Long Bright River . The actress went viral for her reaction to losing the latter to Michelle Williams, who won for her role in Dying for Sex . Seyfried could be seen clapping before Williams was officially announced as the winner, and later mouthing “oh, she’s not here.” Ayo Edebiri Graced the Red Carpet in an Off-the-Shoulder, Crystal-Embellished Gown Paired with jewelry from Tiffany & Co., Edebiri’s Chanel dress  features two silver and emerald brooches on each shoulder of the two-toned gown. She spoke about her relationship with fashion in Vogue’s October 2025 profile of her . Ayo Edebiri took to the red carpet with an off-the-shoulder Chanel dress (Getty Images) “One of the fun parts of getting to do this sort of thing is that you get to transform and be these different permutations of yourself,” she said. “Maybe in a way that I might not necessarily choose to present myself when I’m working.” Edebiri’s red carpet appearances have become a staple during award season as she’s notably worn looks from Prada, Ferragano, and Chanel.  The 0ff-the-shoulder look accompanied the actress to the ceremony, for which she was nominated for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series — Musical or Comedy.  The nomination is for her role in “The Bear” as Sydney Adamu, a show about chefs in a beloved Chicago restaurant.  She won in that very category at last year’s ceremony. She previously won an Emmy award, a Screen Actors Guild award, and a Critics Choice Award for the same role.  Even though Edebiri didn’t walk away with an award from this year’s Golden Globes, she did present the Best Limited/Anthology Series or TV Movie award alongside Hailee Steinfeld. Charli XCX Arrived in Black-and-White Saint Laurent Dress, Ushering in a New Fashion Era Following the success of "Brat," Charli XCX has begun her transition to the world of film (Getty Images) The black-and-white ensemble features a black, feathered corset with a plunging neckline. A black bow hangs from the top as it contrasts the white, floor-length gown. The singer’s stylist, Chris Horan, spoke with Vogue’s executive fashion news and features editor Alice Newbold about the artist’s fashion evolution. “We always play with contrasts,” Horan told Newbold in the spring of 2024 . During that time, Charli XCX released her sixth studio album “Brat.” As described by Newbold, the “Brat” era featured a “two-fingers-up approach to fashion.” One that features ripped up high-fashion items to wear to a rave or “flinging a vintage YSL leather jacket in a club booth” and not checking to see if it’s still there.  With Charli XCX stepping into the world of film, Horan is stepping away from the club kid aesthetic and stepping into the glamor of Hollywood.  During this year’s Golden Globes, she presented the Best Song Motion Picture award alongside Joe Keery.  Chase Infiniti and Her Golden Globes Debut Features a Fashion Moment of Shiny Mirrors The One Battle After Another actress wore an embellished silver corset gown by Louis Vuitton  paired with jewels from De Beer London. Infiniti’s custom corset bustier features a mirror material outlined in crystals, resulting in a shiny peplum top.  Up-and-coming actress Chase Infiniti stuns for the red carpet with a custom Louis Vuitton gown (Frederic J. Brown, Getty Images) She was nominated for her role as Willa in One Battle After Another for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy.  “I can’t believe what’s happened. Of course, I’m hopeful for the film to get love and continued support as it has been, which I feel so grateful that we have,” Infiniti told The Hollywood Reporter about the film’s praise and award season nods . “But I definitely was really anxious going to sleep last night. I tried not to think about it, but I tried to put as much positive energy and good energy out into the universe as I could.” Infiniti is slowly becoming a staple within the world of fashion  as she continues to pump out look after look for various film events around the world. During the AFIA Awards on Jan. 9, she sported an above-the-knee floral dress from Oscar de la Renta. She previously wore another Louis Vuitton look for the Critics Choice Awards, a jaw-dropping two-piece yellow gown — one that features a top that drapes down Infiniti’s back. Infiniti also wore a pink Gianvito Rossi gown featuring a mermaid skirt for this year’s Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards. As the award season continues to rave on, Infiniti continues to keep her name on everyone’s minds — in the worlds of both film and fashion.  Chase Sui Wonders Comes Through with Balenciaga Gown Chase Sui Wonders ties her look together in a rich green gown from Balenciaga (Getty Images) Another Chase stuns the ceremony’s red carpet , this time with a green Balenciaga gown. The rich color allows the drama without trying too hard, which suits the actress all too well. Wonders paired the gown with the Hands  necklace  and Flame ear clips from Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany & Co.  The Michigan-born actress studied film and production at Harvard University, graduating magna cum laude in 2018. She began her career with the 2009 film A Trivial Exclusion , though her latest work was Apple TV’s “The Studio” as Quinn Hackett.  Even though Wonders wasn’t nominated for an award, she graced the red carpet with her green dress that featured a bow tied in the back of the gown — tying the whole look together.  Colman Domingo’s Subtle Look Graces the Red Carpet in Yet Another Fab Look The actor wore an all-black Valentino suit dripped in diamond ivy brooches from Boucheron’s Histoire de Style High Jewelry line. The entire line will be revealed on January 26 during Paris Couture Week.  Colman Domingo went with the subtlety during his walk on the ceremony's red carpet (Getty Images) Domingo also wore a Boucheron Quatre Black Edition ring  with white gold diamonds, and the Quatre Radiant Edition diamond-clad single ear clip. The luxury jewelry brand announced Domingo as a “Friend of the Maison” in one of their recent Instagram posts.  “Actor, writer, director and producer, Coleman embodies a rare blend of audacity and creative freedom — qualities that resonate deeply with Boucheron’s spirit,” the post read. “With acclaimed performances across film, television and stage and a distinctive sense of style, Coleman Domingo represents a powerful vision of contemporary expression. Welcome to the family!” In 2017, Boucheron launched its Lierre de Paris jewels, paying homage to its original ivy designs. The designs worn by Domingo at the Golden Globes are an extension of this collection, a callback to Boucheron’s passion for naturalistic designs.  On his way to the awards ceremony, during a phone call with Vanity Fair , he spoke to the subtlety of his outfit for the evening. “I feel a bit more laid-back because there are no real stakes for me,” Domingo told the publication. “It’s actually nice to sit back and just create moments to honor people who are so well deserved.” “I just didn’t want to over-stunt,” he said with laughter. Domingo has been previously nominated for two Golden Globes, both for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture Drama — one in 2023 for Rustin  and another in 2024 for Sing Sing . The actor presented the award this year alongside Diane Lane, which Wagner Moura won for his role in The Secret Agent . Jenna Ortega Showcases Her Fashion Prowess as She Taps into Low Rise and Symmetrical Cutouts The Wednesday  actress sported a two-piece gown from Dilara Findikoglu’s Spring 2026 line that featured a turtle neck top with black fringe sleeves. The sides of the top are completely cut out with only a sliver of fabric along the waist. Jenna Ortega teamed up with her longtime stylist for a gothic look (Getty Images) The floor-length and low-rise skirt draped along the red carpet, hiding a pair of Christian Louboutin heels. Ortega paired the gown with earrings and rings from Simone Jewels.  For Teen Vogue, Style Director Alyssa Hardy describes Ortega’s glam that completed the gothic look. “While her brown hair was pulled loosely back, and eyebrows were classically…bleached, her lips were neutral with a grayish liner that fit perfectly with her gothy aesthetic,” Hardy wrote . Ortega worked with stylist Enrique Melendez for the look, who has been behind the actress’ iconic looks since she was 14-years-old . The duo worked together for her Golden Globes debut in 2023, during which she was nominated for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy TV Series for her role in Netflix’s Wednesday .  Ortega wore an “ethereal goddess-like brown Gucci gown” to that ceremony, per PEOPLE Magazine . She layered a few silver Tiffany & Co. necklaces while keeping a soft glam look.  This year’s Golden Globes saw Ortega nominated for the same category for the same role, though she didn’t walk away with the statue.  Jessie Buckley Not Only Shines on Stage, But Shines on the Red Carpet with Ice Blue Ensemble The Irish actress came in strong for her Golden Globes debut with an ice-blue strapless dress, a Dior piece designed by Jonathan Anderson .  Jessie Buckley sparkles in a floral-detailed gown with a thigh-high slit (Getty Images) The satin gown featured floral detailing and an asymmetrical neckline as well as a thigh-high leg slit. Buckley paired the gown with heels in a similar shade of light blue and sparkling diamond stud earrings.  Not only did she shine on the red carpet, she shined during the ceremony as she won Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama for her role in Hamnet .  “It’s so inspiring to be in this room with artists who have inspired me from the ground up,” Buckley said in her emotional acceptance speech. “I am nothing without all of you here. I love being part of this village.” Hamnet  was nominated for five other awards, including Best Motion Picture, Drama and Paul Mescal’s nomination for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture. Joe Alwyn’s Navy Blue Ensemble Serves Dashing Looks The actor, and Buckley’s Hamnet co-star, graced the red carpet in dark blue Dior tuxedo with a Hublot watch.  Joe Alwyn walked the red carpet in a dark blue DIor suit (Getty Images) The ensemble drew more attention when Alwyn experienced a wardrobe malfunction  as the Hamnet cast accepted the award for Best Motion Picture, Drama. While the cast posed for photos with their statues, Alwyn’s button-up shirt popped open. Director Chloé Zhao came to the rescue as fellow co-star Noah Jupe stood in front of the pair to hide the mishap from view.  Hamnet walked away with two awards that night after being nominated for six in total, including Best Director and Best Screenplay.  As for Alwyn’s Hublot watch , he wore the brand’s Classion FusionKing Gold Blue 42mm complete with a matching alligator strap. The watch matched perfectly with the velvet Dior suit, which came from the brand’s Pre-Fall 2026 Menswear collection.  Michael B. Jordan’s Prada Suit Takes Inspiration from Sinners The custom Prada suit takes strong inspirations from the 1930s and the stylish twins in Sinners  with the double-breasted jacket, dark tie, and slick loafers. Michael B. Jordan worked with Bolden to style this Prada suit (Getty Images) Jason Bolden, the stylist behind Jordan’s look, has been working with the star since the pandemic. He notes that Jordan wanted to lean into the Sinners characters, quietly nodding to their savvy style. “There’s some quiet nods to his characters in Sinners . It was the magic of Harry Belafonte, Sidney Poitier, Miles Davis. You see that in the suiting and how sharp everything is,” Bolden said.  Even though Bolden compiled the details to Jordan’s ensemble, he doesn’t take credit for finding the tinted glasses. Jordan found them at a family-owned boutique while on a trip to Japan. Not only did he wear the vintage frames, he also wore David Yurman earrings, bracelet, and ring as well as a vintage Patek Philippe watch. Bolden told GQ  that the watch went to auction at one point, though Jordan tracked it down and bought it again.  Sinners walked away with two statues out of its seven nominations, notably Best Original Score. Owen Cooper Takes Young Talent to Another Level in Custom Bottega Fit The 16-year-old British actor took audiences’ breath away in his performance in “Adolescence,” he also took our breath away with his fashion on the red carpet.  Owen Cooper's look served as an insight to how Gen Z may view formal wear (Getty Images) Cooper’s custom outfit from Bottega Veneta serves as “an enlightening insight into how the boys of [Gen Z] are interpreting formalwear,” per GQ . The boxy gray ensemble came from the mind of Aimee Croysdill, a London-based stylist who previously worked with Laura Haddock for her 2017 press run for Transformers: The Dark Knight . Speaking with British Vogue at the time , Croysdill notes that working with the makeup and hair team could help make the outfit pop. Not only that, but being intentional with both the design and time is just as important. “The biggest trick is having an incredible hair and make-up team which you can collaborate with. It’s like the icing on a cake, the outfit comes to life when every aspect is polished and perfect,” Croysdill said. “I also believe that everything should be tailored to the nth degree, I’m not a last-minute tit tape kind of stylist.” Croysdill has also worked with Nicola Coughlan , star of Netflix’s Bridgerton , since the beginning of the show’s initial press run. The duo have been playing with different styles throughout the awards seasons and the show’s press runs throughout the years. As Cooper took on a different approach to formalwear, with the help of Croysdill, he also made history at the awards ceremony as he was its youngest winner for the Best Supporting Actor in a TV Series award — the second youngest Golden Globe winner of all time. He took home the statue for his role in one of Netflix's newest shows, “Adolescence.”  Teyana Taylor Serves with Brave Cutouts and a Custom Gown Teyana Taylor stuns in Schiaparelli (Getty Images) Taylor hit the red carpet with a custom Schiaperelli gown  with cutouts snaked across her chest. The dress featured a halter train ruched at the top and draped down her back as well as a crystal thong and bow — what Taylor described as a “party in the back.” She paired the gown with Taylor jewelry in the name of a ring, bracelet and earrings.  The actress’ glam paired well with the ensemble, featuring a smoky black eyeline and a dark rose-taupe lip liner. She opted for her signature pixie cut with soft waves throughout. As she presented a fashion moment on the carpet, she also took home Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture for her performance as Perfidia in One Battle After Another . The statue served as Taylor’s first Golden Globe nomination and win of her career.  Wunmi Mosaku Debuts Pregnancy During Golden Hour The Nigerian-British actress arrived to the ceremony’s red carpet in a custom Matthew Reisman gown. As Mosaku glowed in the canary-yellow ensemble, she paired it with Messika jewelry and metallic heels from Stuart Weitzman. Wunmi Mosaku glows in a yellow Matthew Reisman gown (Getty Images) As she arrived on the red carpet, Vogue  published a personal essay by Mosaku about why she chose the Globes to announce her pregnancy.  “Everything in me resists sharing it publicly — not because I’m not grateful or joyful, but because this feels like one of the few things that truly belongs to me,” Mosaku wrote.  Mosaku continued: “I’ve been advised to get ahead of speculation and questions. Keen eyes mean guesswork has already begun. Is she pregnant? Has she gained weight? What’s with the outfit?” The custom gown embodies a Yoruba phrase : Iya ni Wúrà — which translates to “mother is golden.” Upon seeing the sketches for the custom made dress, she knew it was the right dress and the right moment.

As the new year settles in, artists starting off with new songs and albums. January 9, 2026 brings in more album announcements, single releases, and upcoming tours. The new year is bringing in a slew of new music as artists are releasing songs for new and upcoming albums. These artists are not only announcing their new albums, but announcing tours for said albums.  Jill Scott Makes Her Return with “Pressha,” Another Single for Her To Whom It May Concern  Album The three-time GRAMMY winner released “Pressha” as the second single from her upcoming album, To Whom It May Concern . Set for a February 13 release, the album will be the sixth studio album from Scott. It will be released independently through her Blues Babe Records Imprint and distributed by Human Resources/The Orchard. As reported by The Urban Music Scene , “Pressha” is an anthem of liberation that features Scott’s “signature truth-telling.” The single confronts societal expectations, beauty myths, and status games.  Jill Scott's "Pressha" will be featured on her upcoming album, To Whom It May Concern (Courtesy of Jill Scott on YouTube) The song serves as another collaboration with Adam Blackstone, who was on bass alongside VT Tolan. “Pressha” features jazz instrumentation with horns, improvisation, live musicianship, and layered harmonies. To Whom It May Concern  will feature a total of 19 songs, described by Scott as “an offering to all.” The album will have Ab-Soul, J.I.D., Tierra Whack, and Too $hort as vocal collaborators while DJ Premier, Camper, and Andre Harris are amongst the team of producers. Ari Lennox Comes Through with a Third Single, “Twin Flame,” for Her Upcoming Album Fellow R&B singer Ari Lennox released “Twin Flame,” a single describing the intoxicating feelings of a man potentially being her twin flame. Serving as a single from her upcoming album, Vacancy , which will be released on January 23 as Lennox’s third studio album. The D.C.-born singer previously released “Vacancy” and “Under Moon” as part of the album’s rollout. The title track served as a reunion with Jermaine Dupri and Bryan-Michael Cox, who co-wrote and produced her smash hit “Pressure.” As Stereo Gum describes it , “Twin Flame” is built on a “charming, syncopated beat.” Lennox sings about how love has transformed her, wondering if the fiery feeling is mutual. The song later morphs into what Stereo Gum describes as trip-hop and described Lennox as a vocal chameleon. "Twin Flame" serves as the third single from Ari Lennox's upcoming album, Vacancy (Courtesy of Ari Lennox on YouTube). Gloss Up Releases News Album, Inferno , with YFN Lucci Collaboration for “Hot Box” Memphis rapper Gloss Up released her new album, Inferno , on Jan. 9 with Dubba AA serving as the project’s producer. Inferno  is Gloss Up’s first project since 2024’s Not Ya Girl: Act 1 , which solidified her place in the hip hop landscape. Many are praising Inferno  as one of her most compelling bodies of work as she includes plenty of “energetic bars” to the project, as described by Hip-Hop Vibe . The publication notes the depth, consistency, and atmosphere within the project as well as Gloss Up’s sharp writing and her understanding of both her roots and future. Even though the YFN Lucci collaboration doesn't have its own video, the Memphis rapper releases visuals for her song "BRAGGIN" on the morning of January 10 (Courtesy of Gloss Up on YouTube). BBNO$ Returns to Music with New Single, “Diamonds Are Forever” BBNO$, a Canadian-born rapper and singer, came out of his month-long “retirement” with a new single, “diamonds are forever.” Melodic Magazine notes that his return signals a creative reset rather than a full-on retirement, which came from a TikTok challenge.  His new single showcases a more vulnerable side to the musician as opposed to the energetic and carefree energy of his self-titled album. “diamonds are forever” channels a thought-provoking “money isn’t everything” ideology with a melancholic vibe. The singer will head out on tour next month, starting on Feb. 14 at The Warfield in San Francisco. Dubbed the Internet Explorer World will also touch down in Ireland, the United Kingdom, France and other European countries. He will end the tour in Toronto in June 2026. bbno$'s month-long hiatus served as a moment of recentering, returning with self-reflecting music (Courtesy of bbno$ on YouTube). “I Just Might” Brings Bruno Mars Back into the Fold as a Single for His New Album and Tour Bruno Mars released his new song, “I Just Might,” along with its music video — a party-like environment with duplicates of Mars. He posted about the song and its video on social media with a caption that read: “It’s party time! The self-proclaimed Aura Lord is Back. I Just Might song and video out now!” The music video features a full band performing in a carpeted studio space with Mars as the lead singer, guitarist, bassist, drummer, DJ and the dancers. Mars also portrays a cameraman filming himself performing the song with colorful lights fill the space. Bruno Mars is back in his back as he releases "I Just Might" for his upcoming, The Romantic , announcing a corresponding tour (Courtesy of Bruno Mars on YouTube). Not only did Mars release the new song and its music video, he announced both a new album and its corresponding tour. The Romantic  serves as the musician’s first solo album in almost a decade with a release date of Feb. 27.  He previously released the 2021 project, titled An Evening With Silk Sonic , as one-half of Silk Sonic alongside Anderson .Paak. “Pick Up Your Feelings,” one of the songs from the album, swept at the 2022 GRAMMYS by winning Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best R&B Performance and Song.  The album won Album of the Year at that year’s BET Awards, and was nominated for Favorite R&B Album at the American Music Awards and Album of the Year at the 2022 Soul Train Awards. The duo refused to submit the album for the 2023 GRAMMYS due to the amount of accolades it has already won.  Mars will now head on tour for his new solo album, dubbed “The Romantic Tour,” with 40 shows across North America, Europe and the United Kingdom. Anderson .Paak (as DJ Pee .Wee), Leon Thomas, Raye and Victoria Monet will be openers for his tour.

The flute crooner has been dealing with an ongoing legal battle since 2023 as ex-employees sued her for misconduct. Lizzo continues to face a legal battle as she faces both sexual harassment and hostile work environment claims. (Photo Courtesy: Lizzo @lizzobeeating on Instagram) Former backup dancers of the “Truth Hurts” singer agreed to drop some of their claims in their lawsuit against their former employer. Arianna Davis, Noelle Rodriguez, and Crystal Williams all sued the popstar in 202 3 for sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. Lizzo has since denied all of the allegations made in the suit, and previously asked the court to dismiss the suit. The judge has agreed to dismiss some of the claims, including Davis’ allegations that Lizzo fat-shamed her and fired her for gaining weight. Ron Zambrano, a lawyer representing the former dancers, said in a statement that his clients do not plan to appeal the ruling. Zambrano notes that this is due to much of the lawsuit remaining intact, according to Rolling Stone . “We are maintaining that Judge Epstein was correct in his ruling denying Lizzo’s special motion to strike the vast majority of claims they attacked, including false imprisonment and harassment,” Zambano said. “OF the couple of claims Judge Epstein did dismiss, the plaintiffs have taken a considered approach to leave that be. One would hope to see the same level of intellectual honesty and neutral assessment from the defendants, but that hasn’t been the case thus far and it’s disappointing.” Lawyers for Lizzo, nor the pop star herself, have spoken to the press directly. Though, Lizzo posted a video to social media in celebration of the news. “There was no evidence that I fired them because they gained weight. Because it never happened,” Lizzo wrote in the video. “Now, the truth is finally out.” She explained in the video that the dancers were fired for secretly recording without her knowledge or consent, and sent said recordings to another former employee. She noted how she encouraged and supported those with bigger bodies and shared her platform with them. The Detroit-born singer admits the allegations have haunted ever since they were made public. She ultimately thanks her legal team, vowing to fight every allegation until the truth is and that she won’t settle out of court.  As the fat-shaming claims have been dropped, the case will carry on against Lizzo and her touring company, Big Grrrl Big Touring. The three dancers accused the singer of subjecting them to a hostile work environment and sexual harassment. Lizzo’s legal team called the lawsuit a “fabricated sob story,” but a Los Angeles judge ruled the case can move forward at the beginning of last year. Earlier this month, the former backup dancers called for the courts to allow the sexual harassment lawsuit to proceed to trial and reject Lizzo’s free speech claims.  Melissa Glass, Lizzo’s lawyer, notes that the dancers cannot find anyone to corroborate the allegations in their lawsuit. Though, there have been people coming out in support of Lizzo’s side of the suit. “In contrast, 18 witnesses who worked with Lizzo on the Special  tour submitted sworn statements refuting the claims made by Davis, Williams, and Rodriguez,” Glass said in a statement to Billboard . “We look forward to the Court of Appeals ruling on this matter.”

The director and his wife were discovered in their home on December 14, leading to a whirlwind of headlines, condolences, and presidential remarks. Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner met when they worked on "When Harry Met Sally." The couple previously detailed struggles with handling their son's addiction. Director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles on Sunday, December 14, no more than a day after an argument with their son. Multiple sources told PEOPLE that the couple was found by their daughter, Romy. The same sources told the publication that the couple’s son, Nick, was responsible for their deaths. Calls about the fatal incident came in around 3:30 p.m., with first responders seeing the couple dead upon arriving at their home.  After the news hit headlines, the couple’s son was arrested that day, at around 9:15 p.m., on suspicion of murder. Los Angeles police later found him responsible for the fatal stabbing of his director-producer parents. He was later charged with two counts of first-degree murder. The charges carry a maximum sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole or the death penalty. District Attorney Nathan Hochman said prosecutors are unsure of whether they will seek the death penalty, according to CNN . Nick has been held behind bars without bail since his arrest, CNN reports . He faces a special allegation that he used a knife during the fatal incident.  The Argument at Conan O’Brien's Holiday Party Caused Concern Amongst Partygoers The couple’s son was seen arguing with Rob during a holiday party at Conan O’Brien’s home on Saturday, according to a source close to the situation.  Two sources confirmed the reports to PEOPLE , noting that Nick was “freaking everyone out” while asking guests “if they were famous.” According to TMZ, Rob and Michele left the party soon after the argument. The argument stemmed from Nick refusing treatment for his recent relapse, sources told The New York Post . A lifelong family friend told The Post that Rob was concerned for Nick and his mental state, as he feared it was deteriorating.  A neighbor told the publication that Nick was supposedly clean, though talk surfaced that he wasn’t as clean as many believed. The neighbor alleged that Nick was “badly addicted to a combo of opiates and heroin.” “I know [the parents] wanted him to get help, go to rehab, but he wanted to get help while at home — he did not want to get treatment at a facility,” another family friend told the publication. “And I know they have argued about that for years.”  Donald Trump Makes His Opinions on Reiner Known, Much to the Disdain of His Republican Constituents As the news rippled through Hollywood and amongst fans alike, President Trump entered the fray  as he called Rob Reiner “a deranged person.” In a post to Truth Social, he claims that Rob and Michele were killed because of “the anger he caused others through his massive, unyielding, and incurable affliction with a mind crippling disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME.”  Trump continued by saying Rob “was known to have driven people CRAZY by his raging obsession of President Donald J. Trump, with his obvious paranoia reaching new heights as the Trump Administration surpassed all goals and expectations of greatness.” Rob became an outspoken critic of Trump , calling him an authoritarian who “wants to destroy the constitution, go after his political enemies and turn America into a n autocracy.” The sitting president received criticism from one of his party members, Kentucky Representative Thomas Massie, noting the disrespect and inappropriateness of the comment. “Regardless of how you felt about Rob Reiner, this is inappropriate and disrespectful discourse about a man who was just brutally murder,” Massie said on Twitter, currently known as X . “I guess my elected GOP colleagues, the VP, and White House staff will just ignore it because they’re afraid? I challenge anyone to defend it.” Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, now deemed a “traitor” in the eyes of the president, noted that the situation is a family tragedy and not about politics.  The Reiner Parents Wished They Handled Their Son’s Addiction Differently Regarding the relationship between Rob, Michele and their son, Nick, the couple once shared regret on how they handled Nick’s substance addiction.  Rob and Nick collaborated on “Being Charlie,” a semi-biographical film about Nick’s life and his struggles with addiction. The film followed 18-year-old Charlie Mills and the strained relationship with his parents, particularly dealing with their harsh treatment of him.  Ron and Nick Reiner took the opportunity to collaborate on a semi-autobiographical film as a way to rebuild their relationship at the time. (Photo Courtesy: Rommel Demano, Getty Images] During a 2015 interview with BUILD Series  about the film, Rob and Nick said they grew closer while working on the project. They admitted to not having the best relationship in the years leading up to the collaboration.  “When Nick would tell us that it wasn’t working for him, we wouldn’t listen. We were desperate and because the people had diplomas on their wall, we listened to them when we should have been listening to our son,” Rob told the Los Angeles Times at the time. Michele noted how they were influenced by these people, noting how they’d say Nick was manipulating them. “We were so influenced by these people. They would tell us he’s a liar, that he’s trying to manipulate us. And we believed them,” Michele added.  Nick Has His First Day in Court, Tackling a Potential Plea Deal and His Future Arraignment + His Siblings Release Statement Following his arrest and two first-degree murder charges, Nick briefly appeared in court on Wednesday (Dec. 17). He entered the courtroom wearing a suicide-prevention smock as he has been on suicide watch during his time in jail. Cameras are not allowed in the courtroom, sketch artists draw Nick Reiner arriving in court in a suicide prevention smock. (Courtesy: Mona Shafer Edwards, Backgrid) He was expected to take a plea deal, though his lawyer, Alan Jackson, told the court it was “too early” for a plea. Nick only spoke when the judge asked if he was waiving his right to a speedy arraignment, to which he said yes. His arraignment has been scheduled for January 7, 2026.  The county medical examiner’s office confirmed that the couple died of “multiple sharp force injuries.” They were found in the master bedroom area of their home on Sunday afternoon, according to Dominic Choi , the assistant chief of the Los Angeles Police Department. Romy, the couple’s daughter, initially spoke under anonymity as she and her other brother, Jake Reiner, were not ready to speak publicly at the time. The siblings would release a statement on Wednesday for the first time since their parents’ deaths. “Words cannot even begin to describe the unimaginable pain we are experiencing every moment of the day,” the statement read. “The horrific and devastating loss of parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, is something that no one should ever experience. They weren’t just our parents; they were our best friends.”  The New York Post Pieces Together a Timeline of Nick’s Movements Between the Murders and His Arrest It’s unclear what specifically went down in the hours between the Reiners’ deaths and Nick’s subsequent arrest, though The New York Post does its best to piece things together . Following the argument with his parents at Conan O’Brien’s party, it’s assumed that Nick went home to grab his belongings. He walked past a gas station half a mile from his parents’ home around 11:16 p.m. according to footage obtained by The Post. He’s then seen walking in a direction away from the family home, though it’s unclear where he went. There’s a nearly five-hour void where Nick is unaccounted for, though he would later check into The Pierside Santa Monica hotel around 4:15 in the morning. A hotel staffer allegedly told TMZ that Nick appeared “tweaked out” as he checked in for his room. When housekeeping went to clean said room, they allegedly found blood in the shower and on the bed.  Nick would be unaccounted for, yet again, from his hotel check-in until Sunday evening. As he essentially disappeared for the time being, his parents were discovered around 3:30 p.m., and rigor mortis had already set in.  Rigor mortis begins around six hours after someone dies, and it’s when the body’s joints and muscles stiffen — lasting from one to four days after a person’s death, according to Oxford Languages.   Nick would be arrested at the Metro station at Expo and Vermont in Los Angeles, near the University of Southern California campus. As the police swooped in to arrest him, Nick would be seen putting his hands up in surrender. Photos shared by the Los Angeles Police Department, now deleted, showed Nick being pushed onto the ground and handcuffed on the pavement. Prior to the arrest, he was seen purchasing a drink at a nearby gas station Rob Reiner was known as an actor, director, producer and political activist. He rose to fame with his role as Michael “Meathead” Stivic on “All in the Family,” a popular 1970s sitcom. He later made his transition to director and producer as he directed various classics, including “When Harry Met Sally” and “The Princess Bride.” His wife, Michele, worked as a photographer and film producer. She shot the cover of “Trump: The Art of the Deal,” a book written by both the current president and journalist Tony Schwartz. She later worked alongside Rob for “When Harry Met Sally,” which is where the couple crossed paths.

The “Bottoms Up” singer found himself in court to answer for charges relating to two incidents at two different NYC establishments. Trey Songz's arraignment handled the charges relating to two separate incidents, one at Dramma Nightclub and another at Mira Mediterranean & Hookah Lounge. (Photo Courtesy: William Miller] Tremaine Neverson, professionally known as Trey Songz, was arrested for allegedly punching a club employee after a night out in the Big Apple.  Neverson and his friends were partying at Dramma Night Club on Dec. 4 when an employee informed them of the club closing at 4 a.m. The singer didn’t like that as he allegedly became irate, leading him to punch the employee in the face. The employee allegedly suffered from “swelling and substantial pain.” The 41-year-old singer was arraigned on Sunday, December 14 for a separate incident that happened earlier that day. Neverson was spending time at Mira, a Mediterranean and hookah lounge in Manhattan, when he allegedly damaged around $1,500 worth of the restaurant’s property.  Regarding the employee at Dramma, they were granted an order of protection against Neverson — who happens to be a regular at the nightclub. Neverson was charged with assault for the incident at Dramma while charged with mischief in the second degree for the incident at Mira.  He left court with a hood covering his face and he refused to speak with the press, according to Page Six . The court released him under specific conditions as the judge noted the singer’s history of run-ins with the law.  “Separately, last night Trey was confronted by individuals who instigated a confrontation and attempted to surround him,” a statement from Neverson’s legal team read. “His security intervened to protect him and contain the situation, and an altercation occurred in the ensuing confusion.”  Neverson’s legal team notes that the “Na Na” singer will cooperate in the case, and hopes the facts come to light. The allegations have been unproven and no witness statements have been released. With his next court date set for Feb. 18, Neverson’s case will head to Manhattan Criminal Court.

The talent development program will celebrate the ambiguity within cinema in its annual event for up-and-coming filmmakers. Coming in February, Berlinale Talents 2026 will bring emerging filmmakers to the Berlin film scene. (Graphic Courtesy: Ada Favaron and Imad Gebrael) Berlinale Talents will celebrate the courage to resist easy answers in its 2026 theme, “Creating (and) Confusion — Cinema, Chaos, and the Power of Discomfort.” The program helps up to 200 emerging filmmakers, putting them in the same space as one another and industry veterans. It serves as not only a networking event, but an almost weeklong convention featuring workshops, project development, and public talks.  “We so look forward to inviting 200 Talents from all over the world to Berlin — to engage with and explore these ideas together, and to create a space for experimentation, failure, and new beginnings,” the program’s duo, Tobias Pausinger and Nikola Joetze, said in the press release . The theme, “Creating (and) Confusion,” highlights the ways filmmakers craft confusion, surprise and suspense through their editing. Such confusion requires  precision through pacing, framing, and scripting.  “A good story refuses a simple truth. It offers multiple angles, activating audiences to reflect and interpret,” per the press release. “Sometimes the caused sensation of confusion stems from unfamiliarity — language, references, cultural logic — revealing our own limitations.” The key visual for the upcoming event came from the minds of graphic design duo Ada Favaron and Imad Gebrael. Their visual explores the fragmented, chaotic nature of perception and the continuous flow of the creative process, according to the press release.  Starting in 2026, Berlinale Talents will take place in Berlin’s Radialsystem. The renovated former pumping station along the Spree River serves as a fitting home for the interdisciplinary talent program. Radialsystem has been used  for expansive performances since 2006 , notably serving as a place for the arts and collaborative action. “We are pleased to welcome Berlinale Talents to Radialsystem for the first time,” Matthias Mohr, Radialsystem’s Artistic Director and Managing Director, said. “The intensive exchange between filmmakers from many different areas of film production breaks down genre boundaries and opens up new perspectives.” Mohr notes that Radialsystem is situated in Berlin’s historical and cultural landscape, serving as a place for artistic and collaborative activity. The management duo for Berlinale Talents, Nikola Joetze and Tobias Pausinger, share their enthusiasm for the upcoming edition of the program. “Last year’s journey into the art of listening revealed a truth we cannot ignore: our world resounds with noise, a chorus of clashing voices, opinions, and messages that can at times overwhelm. It feels only natural, then, to carry that exploration forward into the realm of confusion,” the duo said via the press release. “For Berlinale Talents 2026, we choose to embrace this state not with apprehension, but with optimism and creativity.” Berlinale Talents 2026 will happen from February 13 to February 18, bringing the new class of emerging filmmakers to the Berlin film scene. The program is part of Berlinale Pro, a union of the European Film Market, Berlinale Co-Production Market, and the World Cinema Fund.  The program will feature public events that will connect audiences to leading figures in the film industry. Previous guests include Lupita Nyong’o, Martin Scorsese, and Kristen Stewart.The talent development program will celebrate the ambiguity within cinema in its annual event for up-and-coming filmmakers. Berlinale Talents will celebrate the courage to resist easy answers in its 2026 theme, “Creating (and) Confusion — Cinema, Chaos, and the Power of Discomfort.” The program helps up to 200 emerging filmmakers, putting them in the same space as one another and industry veterans. It serves as not only a networking event, but an almost weeklong convention featuring workshops, project development, and public talks.  “We so look forward to inviting 200 Talents from all over the world to Berlin — to engage with and explore these ideas together, and to create a space for experimentation, failure, and new beginnings,” the program’s duo, Tobias Pausinger and Nikola Joetze, said in the press release . The theme, “Creating (and) Confusion,” highlights the ways filmmakers craft confusion, surprise and suspense through their editing. Such confusion requires  precision through pacing, framing, and scripting.  “A good story refuses a simple truth. It offers multiple angles, activating audiences to reflect and interpret,” per the press release. “Sometimes the caused sensation of confusion stems from unfamiliarity — language, references, cultural logic — revealing our own limitations.” The key visual for the upcoming event came from the minds of graphic design duo Ada Favaron and Imad Gebrael. Their visual explores the fragmented, chaotic nature of perception and the continuous flow of the creative process, according to the press release.  Starting in 2026, Berlinale Talents will take place in Berlin’s Radialsystem. The renovated former pumping station along the Spree River serves as a fitting home for the interdisciplinary talent program. Radialsystem has been used  for expansive performances since 2006 , notably serving as a place for the arts and collaborative action. “We are pleased to welcome Berlinale Talents to Radialsystem for the first time,” Matthias Mohr, Radialsystem’s Artistic Director and Managing Director, said. “The intensive exchange between filmmakers from many different areas of film production breaks down genre boundaries and opens up new perspectives.” Mohr notes that Radialsystem is situated in Berlin’s historical and cultural landscape, serving as a place for artistic and collaborative activity. The management duo for Berlinale Talents, Nikola Joetze and Tobias Pausinger, share their enthusiasm for the upcoming edition of the program. “Last year’s journey into the art of listening revealed a truth we cannot ignore: our world resounds with noise, a chorus of clashing voices, opinions, and messages that can at times overwhelm. It feels only natural, then, to carry that exploration forward into the realm of confusion,” the duo said via the press release. “For Berlinale Talents 2026, we choose to embrace this state not with apprehension, but with optimism and creativity.” Berlinale Talents 2026 will happen from February 13 to February 18, bringing the new class of emerging filmmakers to the Berlin film scene. The program is part of Berlinale Pro, a union of the European Film Market, Berlinale Co-Production Market, and the World Cinema Fund.  The program will feature public events that will connect audiences to leading figures in the film industry. Previous guests include Lupita Nyong’o, Martin Scorsese, and Kristen Stewart.

The trio will join Anna Wintour as co-chairs for the annual fundraising gala, which has a “Costume Art” theme. Beyoncé will make her return to the annual fashion even after a decade-long hiatus. Venus Williams, Beyoncé, and Nicole Kidman will serve as co-chairs for the upcoming Met Gala alongside Anna Wintour.  The Metropolitan Museum Art will celebrate its spring Costume Institute exhibition at the 2026 Met Gala. Titled “Costume Art,” the exhibition will explore the relationship between clothing and the body beneath. Beyoncé returning as co-chair for the event will mark 10 years since she last walked the museum’s steps. In 2016, she attended the “Manus x Machina” gala in a Givenchy Haute Couture dress. Both Kidman and Williams have attended the event over the years, notably the “Superfine” gala this year.  The all-woman lineup is a switch up from last year’s lineup, which featured Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, and Pharrell Williams.  Other celebrities will have their hands in the planning of the event, notably Anthony Vaccarello and Zoë Kravitz as co-chairs of the event’s Host Committee. Other members of the Host Committee include Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, Alex Consani, Teyana Taylor, A’ja Wilson, and many more.  The “Costume Art” exhibition, curated by Andrew Bolton, will include garments and artworks from The Met’s collection as well as various pieces from the Costume Institute. “Costume Art” will be the first show held in the museum’s new Condé M. Nast Galleries, a space of almost 12,000 square feet. Artwork by Julie Wolfe. Image courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art “I wanted to focus on the centrality of the dressed body within the museum, connecting artistic representations of the body with fashion as an embodied art form,” Bolton said in a release . “Rather than prioritizing fashion’s visuality, which often comes at the expense of the corporeal, ‘Costume Art’ privileges its materiality and the indivisible connection between our bodies and the clothes we wear.” Phased into a series of thematic body types, the show will feature the Naked Body, the Pregnant Body, and the Aging Body.  The annual event serves as a fundraiser for the Met, with proceeds benefiting the Costume Institute’s exhibitions, publications, acquisitions and operations. The “Costume Art” exhibition will be open to the public from May 10, 2026 until January 10 of the next year.

The former 1501 Certified Entertainment artist was booked for possessing drugs with the intention of distribution. Erica Banks found herself in a precarious situation as she spent time in jail for drug possession with the intention to distribution (Photo Courtesy: Erica Banks @realericabanks on Instagram). Erica Banks, cast member of “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta,” was arrested for riding in a stolen vehicle while possessing both ecstasy and marijuana. The Houston-born rapper, real name Erica Breaux, was taken into custody  after Atlanta police pulled over a car with a tinted tag cover — which is illegal in Georgia. The car also had a dealer tag on its rear bumper, prompting the police to run it through state databases. According to Atlanta police, the car was previously reported stolen. Officers ordered both Breaux and the driver, Amani Dirton, out of the vehicle, and proceeded to search the vehicle. While searching the car, police found ecstasy in Breauz’ purse as well as marijuana packaged for distribution.  Breaux faces drug possession and the intent to distribute charges, which are both felonies. Dirton faces both charges as well as a traffic misdemeanor for the tint violation and for driving a stolen car. The 27-year-old “Buss It” rapper was booked into the DeKalb County Jail and released almost nine hours later, according to records. She was previously arrested at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in August for having a handgun in her purse. After security saw the handgun after an x-ray inspection, a police officer ran a check and discovered it was stolen in 2018 out of South Carolina. Breaux later explained the handgun belonged to one of her security guards, though she never gave a name. She was booked into the Clayton County Jail and released sometime later. The story is currently developing as it’s unclear whether Breaux or Dirton will face any further jail time.

Lively refuses to settle on her sexual harassment lawsuit, insisting on her day in court. The legal mess between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has grown to be messier as Lively's sexual harassment lawsuit trial has been postponed. A New York City judge has postponed the trial date for Blake Lively’s sexual harassment lawsuit against “It Ends With Us” co-star Justin Baldoni and his Wayfarer Studios team. Following a discovery hearing on Tuesday morning (Dec. 9), Judge Lewis Liman informed attorneys for both Lively and Baldoni that he  had to postpone the trial  as criminal trials will take precedence. The March 9, 2026 trial date has been moved to May 18, pushing the trial back more than two months. Due to the burdens of the court system, Liman suggested the respective sides consider a potential settlement in the headline-hogging case.  As previously reported, Baldoni’s $4oo million counter suit was dismissed earlier this year. Lively is currently asking for damages in the realm of $5oo million, specifically for damages to her reputation, brand businesses, and the stress put on her and Ryan Reynold’s family. The next significant date will be January 22, during which lawyers will argue Baldoni and Wayfarer’s summary judgement  — filed last month to have the case dismissed.  Baldoni and Wayfarer’s head lawyer, Alexandra Shapiro, filed the motion at the 11th hour. The motion requested for most of the documents, depositions and exhibits related to Baldoni’s pre-trial bid to be kept out of the public eye. “To be clear, the Wayfarer Parties do not believe that much of this material should be sealed, especially to the extent it includes Blake Lively’s contemporaneous communications with others about her work on the film, which are central to the dispute at hand,” Shapiro said in a letter accompanying Judge Liman’s pitches.  Shapiro continued: “...the Wayfarer Parties request that the Court not rule on this letter motion to seal for one week, so that the parties can meet and confer and so that any party may file motions for continued sealing if they so choose.” Lively has made it clear that she’s against any settlement in her sexual harassment lawsuit. Baldoni is expected to file a response to Lively’s opposition by the end of the week. Neither Baldoni nor Lively's team responded to the press’ calls for comment.

The California-based doctor will spend more than two years in prison for his role in the “Friends” star’s fatal overdose. California-based Dr. Salvador Plasencia faced up to 40 years behind bars, but managed to only get 2.5 years. On Wednesday (Dec. 3), Dr. Salvador Plasencia was sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for illegally issuing ketamine to Matthew Perry, who died of an overdose in 2023 while in a jacuzzi. Plasencia, who ran an urgent-care clinic outside of Los Angeles, pleaded guilty in July  to four felony counts of illegal distribution of ketamine. He was facing up to four decades behind bars for the crime. Not only will he serve in prison, he will tackle two years of probation. Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett emphasized how Plasencia and others on Perry’s team fed the actor’s ketamine addiction, which led to his death. During the sentencing, J udge Garnett said  Plasencia exploited the actor’s addiction for his own profit. Perry’s family, notably his mother and two half sisters, gave victim impact statements before Plasencia’s sentencing.  “The world mourns my brother,” Madeleine Morrison said during her tearful statement. “He was everyone’s favorite friend.” The doctor admitted to taking advantage of Perry and his addiction. According to court filings, he texted another doctor and referred to Perry as a “moron” who could be exploited for his money.  Prosecutors originally asked for three years, while the defense asked for only a day in prison along with probation.  Plasencia was the first of five defendants to be sentenced, according to CNN. The other four defendants , who all pleaded guilty, include: Dr. Mark Chavez, a doctor who worked alongside Plasencia to supply Perry with the ketamine Kenneth Iwamasa, Perry’s assistant who injected Perry with the drug despite not having any medical experience Erik Fleming, acquainted with Perry through a mutual friend who distributed the ketamine to the actor Jasveen Sangha, considered the “Ketamine Queen” of North Hollywood who ran an operation out of her home These four fellow defendants all reached plea agreements, and will receive their own sentencing in the coming months. The "Ketamine Queen" of North Hollywood, real name Jasveen Sangha, ran her operation out of her home. Perry was taking ketamine legally as a treatment for depression. When his regular doctor wouldn’t provide the amount of ketamine he wanted, he turned to Plasencia who knowingly supplied the drug when Perry struggled with addiction.  The “Friends” actor was found by his assistant floating face down and lifeless in the jacuzzi of his Los Angeles home in October 2023. An autopsy report stated that he died from the “acute effects” of the prescription anesthetic.

The Houston Hottie secures another legal win as the jury sides with her in her suit against a social media personality. Megan Thee Stallion secures a legal win against social media personality Milagro Gramz, who was found liable for carrying out a smear campaign alongside Tory Lanez and inflicting emotional distress. On Monday (Dec. 1), a Miami jury found Milagro Cooper liable for carrying out a smear campaign the Houston-born rapper Megan Thee Stallion, real name Megan Pete. Cooper, popularly known as Milagro Gramz, was also found liable for inflicting emotional distress by working with Canadian rapper Tory Lanez, who shot Pete in 2020, to carry out a smear campaign against the Houston Hottie. In coordinating with Lanez, real name Daystar Peterson, Cooper promoted an AI-generated pornographic video of Pete.  Jurors originally awarded Pete $75K in damages, though the amount dropped to $59K when U.S. District Judge Cecilia M. Altonaga ruled Cooper as a media defendant.  Read the Full Verdict Here: The jury, made of five men and four women, deliberated for 4.5 hours and 5.5 hours last Wednesday (Nov. 26). They said Cooper disseminated news to the public, but she didn’t do so in an impartial manner. Ultimately, they agreed she should be treated as a media defendant.  Cooper escaped the defamation count due to the technicality, though she’s still on the hook for the two other counts regarding the intentional infliction of emotional distress and her promoting the pornographic video. The legal team surrounding Cooper, Laisa Ene Peret, Jeremy McLymont, and Nathacha Bien-Aime, appear to focus on the dropped defamation count.  “Cooper ultimately prevailed on Ms. Pete’s leading accusation, defamation, and the jury awarded a nominal amount of damages compared to millions of dollars Ms. Pete demanded from Ms. Cooper throughout the course of the litigation,” Cooper’s legal team said in a statement obtained by ABC News . Cooper’s promotion of the explicit video could raise the amount she owes to the “Cocky AF” rapper as Pete can recoup her attorney fees. The sentiment was echoed in Pete’s lawyer’s statement obtained by ABC News, noting that Cooper will be required to cover the rapper’s legal fees.  Recouping said attorney fees may take some time as Judge Altonaga stated in her final judgement that such requests will have to wait until after all post-trial motions and appeals are dealt with.  As she was leaving court on Monday, Pete notes that she’s happy following the jury’s decision. While Pete expressed her elation, Cooper notes that she’s also happy to move forward. Cooper appears to look on the brighter side of things despite the legal loss. “Things will get handled. It wasn’t a multimillion dollar verdict. So I think that’s a blessing. God is good through and through,” Cooper said after leaving court. In their press release immediately following the verdict on Monday, Cooper’s legal team alleged that Pete and her attorneys asked the jury to award the rapper with “an astronomical amount of damages.” They allege that the jury rejected Pete’s request, pointing out the “nominal damages” Pete was able to recover. “Evidently, the jury did not believe that Ms. Cooper was the sole cause of Ms. Pete’s emotional distress and that is reflected in their verdict,” the press release read. Their statement came before Judge Altonaga’s final judgement, which Pete’s legal team highlighted in their own press release. “The judge will make a final ruling and determine the entire financial amount that Milagro will be required to pay Megan, inclusive of legal bills and the defamation count, at a later date,” Pete’s legal team said via press release. During her testimony last month, Pete speaks about Cooper’s social media posts about her. “She’s created a space for a lot of people to come speak negatively about me,” Pete said. She referenced Cooper’s social media posts, in which the social media personality attacked Pete’s character by casting her as a liar and mentally unstable.  Cooper also took the stand last month, testifying that she operated as a blogger without the influence of Peterson. She did admit to speaking with Peterson and was hoping to have him as a guest on her channel. She also admitted to receiving payments from Peterson’s father, but she claimed they were for personal reasons — namely her children’s birthdays and “promotional” work. The social media personality’s posts stemmed from the criminal case against Peterson, for which he is currently serving a 10-year sentence. The Canadian rapper was convicted in December 2022 of felony assault for shooting and injuring Pete during a July 2020 incident. The polarizing incident happened in Hollywood Hills after Peterson, Pete, and Pete’s former friend Kelsey Harris left a party hosted by Kylie Jenner earlier that evening.  Peterson’s legal team attempted to appeal both his sentencing and conviction, but it was upheld by a Los Angeles federal court last month.