Chelsea Handler Sparks Firestorm After 'Racist' Nicki Minaj Dig At 2026 Critics Choice Awards

A former writer for 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' has ignited a political and cultural firestorm after delivering a sharp critique of U.S. President Donald Trump during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on free speech. Bess Kalb, who spent eight years writing for the late-night show, appeared before lawmakers during a session titled 'Silencing Dissent: The First Amendment Under Attack'. In her remarks, Kalb didn't hold back, describing Trump as both the 'best and worst audience' for comedy writers — a line that quickly grabbed attention across social media.

A shocking moment from the 2026 BAFTAs has gone viral after an offensive slur was heard live during a presentation by Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo. The unexpected interruption left both presenters visibly stunned and the audience in disbelief as the ceremony briefly derailed. The incident was later linked to Tourette's campaigner, and the man who inspired the awards-bagging film 'I Swear', John Davidson, whose condition can involve involuntary verbal outbursts. Host Alan Cumming addressed the situation on stage, urging understanding while the show quickly moved forward.

Hollywood is mourning the loss of Eric Dane, the beloved star of Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria, who has died at 53 after battling ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Dane spent his final days surrounded by his wife, Rebecca Gayheart, and their two daughters, Billie and Georgia. In a heartfelt family statement, loved ones said he became a “passionate advocate for awareness and research” during his fight with ALS and would be “deeply missed and lovingly remembered,” thanking fans for their overwhelming support.#ericdane #rip #drsloan #greysanatomy #euphoria #rebeccagayheart #alsawareness #mcsteamy #hollywoodnews #celebritynews #gonetoosoonEtimes Is the Times Of India's Entertainment Vertical. Get Your Daily Dose Of Entertainment News From Hollywood, Bollywood, Tollywood And More With Etimes Videos. The Entertainment Channel of Times of India Group Brings You News And Info About Indian And Global Cinema. Tune In For All the celebrity News, Buzzing Grapevine And Latest Gossip Here.#Etimes #EntertainmentNews #Hollywood #Bollywood #KDrama #KPop #CelebNews #CelebGossip Join Millions Reading TOI; Download Our App At http://toi.in/app-yt Also follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/etimesofficial/Twitter: https://twitter.com/etimesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/etimes/