Stephen A. Smith.Photo: Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via GettyESPN personality Stephen A. Smith announced on Tuesday that he has contracted COVID-19 and is experiencing mild symptoms.Smith, a commentator on the popular ESPN show,First Take, appeared on the program from his home and said he tested positive over the weekend. Before his segment, Smith had hinted on social media that he had “something” to reveal on the show.“I’ve tested positive for COVID-19, I have the coronavirus,” Smith said onFirst Take....

Eugenio DerbezandSamara Weavingmight be the latest addition to romcom royalty. The pair star in Hulu’s upcoming comedyThe Valet, in which a “world-famous movie star, Olivia (Ready or Not’s Weaving, 30), enlists Antonio (CODA’s Derbez, 60) – a parking valet – to pose as her lover to cover for a relationship with a married man (Max Greenfield),” an official synopsis reads “As a valet, the hard-working Antonio usually flies under the radar but his ruse with Olivia thrusts him into the spotlight and brings him to see himself more clearly than ever before,” the synopsis concludes....

Zendaya on Euphoria Season 3.Photo:Marcell Rev/HBOEuphoriafans will have to wait a little bit longer for season 3.During Thursday’s special presentation of the HBO and Max 2024 content slate, it was confirmed that the next season of the coming-of-age drama isn’t expected to premiere until 2025 afterthe writers' and actors' strikes delayed production. PEOPLE also confirmed that production on season 3 won’t officially start until 2024.Season 2 left off with the heartbreaking death of Ashtray (Javon Walton), the little brother toAngus Cloud’s character Fezco....

Eurovision.Photo: Stefano Guidi/Getty All Russian acts are prohibited from participating in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. “The decision reflects concern that, in light of the unprecedented crisis in Ukraine, the inclusion of a Russian entry in this year’s Contest would bring the competition into disrepute,” read a press release announcing the move. It continued, “We remain dedicated to protecting the values of a cultural competition which promotes international exchange and understanding, brings audiences together, celebrates diversity through music and unites Europe on one stage....

Eva Longoriais enjoying some fun in the sun — with her son!The actress, 47, whoattendedBrooklyn Beckham’s wedding toNicola Peltzover the weekend in Palm Beach, shared a sweet photo with 3½-year-oldSantiago Enrique Bastónat a restaurant after what appeared to be a day in the sand.“Summer where are you?” Longoria captioned thephoto, in which she wore a simple white one-piece bathing suit while Santi sported a blue and green paisley matching pants set....

Taylor Swift.Photo: Bob Levey/TAS23/Getty Drop everything now, becauseTaylor Swifthas finallyconfirmedSpeak Now (Taylor’s Version). During her Nashville show on May 5,Swift made the surprise announcement on stagebefore singing “Sparks Fly” from the album. “There’s a different reason that I’m really excited about this part of the set tonight. Because I’ve been planning something for a while,” she teased on stage. “You know how I love to plan things, and how I love to surprise you with the things I plan....

Photo: Barry Lewis/In Pictures/Getty It’s time to indulge! Ready your feathered face mask, keep an eye out for flying beads, and prep that decadentking cakebecause it’s time forMardi Gras. The Christian feasting period-turned-cultural phenomenon dates back thousands of years, and whileNew Orleanstakes the cake for the most colorful and elaborate celebrations, the joyful extravaganza is enjoyed all over the globe. Though the holiday falls on Feb. 21 this year, the events have technically already begun, starting with the kickoff of the Carnival celebration which annually commences after the Christian feast of the Epiphany (Three Kings Day), and culminating the day before Ash Wednesday....

Photo: Tyler Golden/Netflix Psychological thrillerYouis set to return to Netflix for a third season next year. Aside from bookstore manager turned serial killer Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) being up to no good, many questions abound about what the new season will hold. Here’s everything we know so far — from the long list of new cast members to what you can expect to see. Who is returning In addition to star Badgley, the upcoming season will also featureVictoria Pedrettias Love Quinn — Joe’s latest love interest....

A former corrections officer will spend the rest of his life in prison after killing his ex-wife with an axe. Mark Owens, 57, received a mandatory life sentence after he pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, PEOPLE confirms. He confessed to killing his 48-year-old wife, Kim Penney, as she headed to work on the morning of Sept. 27, 2017. Penney’s mother, Peggy Browning, addressed the court on Monday. Browning said that Owens was a coward and she hoped he would burn in hell....

Photo: BACKGRID Austin Butlerand his ex girlfriendVanessa Hudgenswere both seen outside the same post-Oscars 2023party on Sunday night. After the awards show, 31-year-old Butler — who was nominated for Best Actor for his performance inElvis— and Hudgens, 34, were spotted briefly crossing paths outside the Vanity Fair Oscars party in Beverly Hills, Calif., as Butler chatted withSharon Stone. Earlier in the evening, Hudgens co-hostedCountdown tothe Oscarson ABC. It is unclear whether Butler and Hudgens interacted at the party....

Photo: Chris Walter/WireImage Scott Walker, the musician whose career stretched from British pop sensation to avant-garde pioneer, has died, his record labelannounced in a statementMonday. He was 76. “It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Scott Walker,” the statement read. “Scott Walker has been a unique and challenging titan at the forefront of British music: audacious and questioning, he has produced works that dare to explore human vulnerability and the godless darkness encircling it....

Photo: Getty A senior citizen and an elderly cat are now a fur-ever pair! “Our hearts are full with this beautiful adoption. Our 19-year-old (133 in human years) Great-GrandPAW, has found the loving arms of his new mamma who is at the ripe young age of 101. Congratulations Gus-Gus!” the animal sheltershared on Facebookalong with a photo of the duo. The shelter added, “Wishing you the best days ahead watching squirrels and sharing your love and purrs!...

Photo: GoFundMeWhen police were called to a St Louis apartment building on Saturday evening, they found a gruesome and disturbing scene.Inside a loft apartment, they found three bodies, including that of a young girl. Two of the victims had been shot; another one had been stabbed.The following day, police identified the little girl as 10-year-old Nyla Banks. Also dead were Gene Watson Gene Watson III, 46, and 45-year-old Antoinette Banks, 45 — Nyla’s mother....