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Tyler Perry’s Boo! A Madea Halloween is slated to gross another estimated $16.7 million by the end of today. According to Tri-City Herald, Madea Simmons beat out the likes of Tom Cruise, Tom Hanks, and Ben Affleck in box office sales. Released by Lionsgate, the latest spooky film in the Madea franchise has pulled in […]

Chumlee is definitely serious about the time and effort he puts into his charity work these days. What started out as an occasional appearance has morphed into something on a much larger scale. The Pawn Stars favorite recently tweeted about his continued involvement with the Children’s Heart Foundation. His current goal is to raise $5,000 […]

Bran Castle, otherwise known as Dracula’s Castle, hasn’t catered to overnight guests since 1948. But that’s about to change, according to The Pueblo Chieftan. Thanks to Bram Stoker’s great-grandnephew and Airbnb, two lucky people will win the opportunity to camp out in Count Dracula’s amazingly gothic digs on October 31. The winners will be whisked […]

So far, there have been several horror movies released in 2016. Movie Insider indicates that there’s even more to come. Will any of these titles end up being Halloween films you can’t live without? At this point, there’s no guarantee, but, that doesn’t mean you can’t check them out. Here are a few possibilities to […]

Tyler Perry’s Boo! A Madea Halloween debuted in theaters on Friday. Two days later, box office results continue to show promise, according to Deadline Hollywood. The latest movie in the Madea franchise is slated to generate more than $27 million in ticket sales, this weekend alone. At this point, no one is really sure how […]

Kevin Meaney has died. According to information released by WCPO Cincinnati, the comedian remembered for his role as Buck Russell in the short-lived TV sitcom Uncle Buck and his famous catchphrase “That’s not right!” is dead at age 60. At the time of this report, Meaney’s cause of death remains unknown. When the news of […]

Boo! A Madea Halloween is coming to a theater near you. Tyler Perry’s newest movie in the Madea franchise hits the big screen next Friday. So, don’t forget to mark your calendar! According to ABC News, the film follows Mabel “Madea” Simmons as she tries to locate her great-niece at a local frat party. In […]

“Jolene” was Dolly Parton’s first hit single, back in 1973. According to NPR Music, the haunting song has been covered by more than 30 singers since its release. Today, it’s still causing quite a stir, and with good reason. Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” Slowed Down To 33 rpm Sounds Absolutely Amazing. https://t.co/igDgn57f1V pic.twitter.com/eVWVZjPLG9 — Patrick OBrien […]

Cheese curd lovers rejoice. There’s still time to celebrate National Cheese Curd Day. According to Restaurant News, this holiday came to be on October 15, 2015. Thanks to the Culver’s Restaurant, it pays homage to the chain’s signature side order in the most festive and yummy way possible. Culver’s is sponsoring a contest that runs […]

Halloweentown lovers rejoice. There’s still time to pack your favorite costume, tune up your broom, and head out to St. Helens, Oregon. In case you’re unaware, this is the quaint little town where much of Disney’s Halloweentown was filmed in 1998. According to Cosmopolitan, the residents of St. Helens have been recreating the experience almost […]

Pawn Plaza, owned by Rick Harrison and located just south of the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, just marked its first anniversary. The celebration is slated to continue throughout the rest of October. According to Access Vegas, Harrison was a big part of yesterday’s celebration. Throughout the day, he was joined by Chumlee, Corey, and […]

The Paisley Park Museum opened to the public on October 6, despite major zoning and overall safety concerns. According to CBS Minnesota, until the issue is resolved by the Chanhassen City Council, tours will only be available for a limited run. Council members plan to further discuss the problem sometime next week. As you might […]

Is Rick Harrison’s Pawn Plaza on the verge of going under? Probably not. But, even so, tenants are speaking up. Seemingly, some are frustrated to the point of packing up and relocating their businesses elsewhere. According to Eater Vegas, there’s definitely bad feelings between Harrison and some of the business owners who rent space at […]

Tickets to Prince’s Paisley Park compound turned museum are on sale now. They went on sale last Friday. According to Star Tribune, fans everywhere scrambled to purchase tickets, which at this point are only available online. Seemingly, many Prince fans are buying tickets to tour Paisley Park, because they were never lucky enough to see […]

Counterfeit fentanyl pills, falsely labeled as hydrocodone, were confiscated from Paisley Park shortly after Prince Rogers Nelson died. Today, the burning question remains: Did Prince obtain the drug illegally, or was the music icon’s passing just a tragic mistake? According to a recent CBS News report, this information comes from a source who has knowledge […]

Before Stranger Things debuted in July, Millie Bobby Brown only had a few small roles to her credit. Today, it’s only been a few weeks since the series first aired and viewers can’t get enough. Seemingly, Brown’s life will never be the same. To say she has a bright future ahead of her is an […]

Amy Schumer is a published author. Her new book The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo is slated to be a best-seller, according to Vanity Fair. Containing a total of 35 chapters, one for every year of the comedian’s life, the book isn’t an autobiography, per se. As Schumer explains it, the tell-all is a […]

Shannon Purser, aka Barb Holland of Stranger Things fame, has surprisingly taken the world by storm. In a recent Glamour interview, Purser revealed she quit her day job because of her notoriety on the popular Netflix series. Apparently, it isn’t always easy being a breakout star. Shannon made the decision to leave her movie theater […]

Referring to Stranger Things as an obsession is somewhat of an understatement. Both ratings and social media prove that viewers can’t get enough. If you have a place in your heart for the 80s, you don’t want to miss this blockbuster Netflix series. Binge-watching is highly recommended! That being said, here are four reasons why […]

Last Friday, Prince’s family held a private memorial service in the pop icon’s honor. According to an interview with KARE 11, his cousin took a few minutes to share just how devastating Prince’s sudden death has been for the whole family. Charles Chazz Smith made this statement. “I’ve been feeling him these past three months, […]

Deep-fried Twinkie junkies, get ready to rock your oven! Hostess just made it possible to enjoy this yummy treat at home with very little effort required. According to CBS News, this is Hostess Brands’ first attempt at a freezer-related treat and creating it wasn’t easy. At first, the company considered selling its version of deep-fried […]

https://rumble.com/embed/vd951/ Update: The New York Times reports that Thomas Gibson has been fired, as a result of this altercation. There’s trouble brewing in Criminal Minds land. Apparently, Thomas Gibson is in hot water over an altercation on the set. So much so that he’s currently on temporary suspension. At this point, no one really knows […]

As recently reported by the Inquisitr, ABC is bringing back Dirty Dancing in the form of a three-hour musical. Many fans are wondering if the remake will work without Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey. At this point, only time will tell. Jennifer Grey has confirmed that she declined when asked to take on a role […]

Dirty Dancing (the remake) is coming to an ABC affiliate near you. Jennifer Grey, aka Baby, is not joining the cast. According to Vanity Fair, the Golden Globe nominee politely declined the offer. Although she was flattered to be asked to participate, Grey made this statement. “It would be sacrosanct for me to do it […]

The 2016 Rio Olympics are in full swing. While millions of viewers watch the games via cable TV, a costly cable subscription is not required. In fact, several other viewing options are available for your convenience. Here are a few suggestions. Dust off your television antenna and watch the 2016 Olympics in Rio on NBC. […]

Millie Bobby Brown has an extremely bright future ahead of her, thanks to her role as Eleven on the uber-popular Netflix series Stranger Things. Here are several interesting things you may not know about Millie, including her love of listening to music on her record player. According to the Daily Mail, Millie’s parents sold all […]

As Harry Potter and the Cursed Child ticket prices continue to soar to magical heights, fans from around the globe are voicing their frustration over the issue and scrambling to get tickets. In April, 2016, when the first round of 250,000 tickets became available, Belfast Telegraph, indicated that entrance prices to the highly-anticipated performance soared […]

Bates Motel will close its doors after Season 5. Sadly, if Dylan and the good Sheriff Romero survive Norman’s descent into madness, they’ll have the strenuous task of boarding up windows and cleaning out the cellar. Who knows what evil secrets are lurking there? Executive producer Kerry Ehrin recently revealed it’s going to be a […]

Youree Dell Harris, aka Miss Cleo, is dead. According to the New York Times, the 53-year-old “psychic reader” died in Palm Beach from complications related to her battle with cancer. Miss Cleo was the star of the Psychic Readers Network, which was extremely popular in the late 1990s. Scores of late-night television viewers couldn’t get […]

According to People, Sheila E. recently took time out to speak with talk show host Larry King about Prince’s drug use and the vast unreleased song library he left behind. She and Prince shared an extended friendship. In case you’re unaware, at one point, the couple was even engaged. Sheila told King that she was […]

Unfortunately, it didn’t take long after Prince’s death for his self-proclaimed heirs to start coming out of the woodwork. In the almost three months since the iconic musician death, numerous people have contacted the administrator of Prince’s estate claiming to be related to him. According to a recent USA Today report, all but a few […]

Emily Prentiss fans stand up and cheer. Paget Brewster is returning to Criminal Minds for Season 12. According to E! Online, her first appearance is on September 28, when the show returns to CBS this fall. She’s back #CriminalMinds peeps! @pagetpaget rocks! pic.twitter.com/1WBGXUdhwg — criminalminds (@criminalminds) July 21, 2016 The reason for SSA Emily Prentiss’ […]

Taking advantage of Comic-Con HQ means you can enjoy the excitement of Comic-Con 2016 without leaving home. Even better, you have VIP access all year long! Not everyone has the time or money to attend this year’s event in San Diego, and some people feel uncomfortable around crowds. Whatever the reason for not buying a […]

Unfortunately, it’s official! According to a recent Us Weekly report, Drew Barrymore filed for divorce from her estranged husband Will Kopelman. The official paperwork was filed in the Manhattan Supreme Court on July 15. Apparently, the documents indicate it will not be a messy divorce. In fact, it will be uncontested. Barrymore and Kopelman have […]

There’s never a bad time to celebrate a food holiday, whether it’s somewhat crazy or more on the traditional side. So, mark your calendar and get ready for the fun. These are just a few July food (and drink) holidays on the menu this week. Feel free to take a minute or two to click […]

There’s no way to deny it. Pokémon GO-mania is here! But is it killing your data plan? The answer may surprise you! According to USA Today, there have been more than 15 million downloads of the app since its recent debut. In addition, Pokémon GO has already proved to be one of the most heavily […]

Great news, Bates Motel fans! Several cast members are headed to Comic Con 2016, which takes place in beautiful San Diego. Rumor has it, the event is the best place to get the scoop on the show’s Season 5 spoilers. Even better, there’s still time to pack your bags and make a reservation. Pun intended! […]

Kirsten Vangsness celebrated her birthday on July 7. The Criminal Minds favorite turned 44-years-old. If you’re going to be in San Diego on July 21, why not stop by Comic Con 2016 and wish her a belated happy birthday? According to CBS, Vangsness is participating in that Thursday’s “Fan Favorites” panel. She is a fan […]

Good news, Chumlee fans! The Pawn Stars favorite is back at the shop, hanging out with customers and raising money for charity. If you happen to be in the neighborhood, stop by the Gold and Silver Pawn Shop some afternoon. According to his Twitter feed, it’s the best time of day to meet up with […]

Pawn Stars favorite Austin Russell, aka Chumlee, recently gave his first interview since his March 2016 arrest. According to Las Vegas’ Channel 3 News, Chumlee is back at Gold and Silver Pawn Shop doing what he loves. No one really knows who’s happier, Chumlee himself or his ever-growing number of fans. Chumlee’s free???????????????? pic.twitter.com/Fsp32pfomG — […]

Matt Graves, the father of the little boy who was killed in the Disney alligator attack on June 14, indicated to rescue teams there were two alligators involved that tragic day. According to KTNV Channel 13 and emails obtained by the Orlando Sentinel, Capt. Tom Wellons told his supervisors that Graves was attacked by a […]

Baby Dory is just one of the secret stars of Finding Dory. It’s so easy to see why the world adores her! Baby Dory is the cutest little blue tang fish swimming in the sea. Just keep swimming… just keep swimming… Finding Dory pulled in a whopping $136.2 million in ticket sales during its June […]

According to a recent Orlando shooting update, a permanent memorial is in the works to honor all 49 Pulse nightclub shooting victims. In an interview with WESH 2 News, Mayor Buddy Dyer explained his intent to create a permanent remembrance to those who lost their lives on June 12. Seemingly, Dyer is the right man […]

Life for Candace Payne just keeps getting better. Since she took the Internet by storm, the Dallas-area Chewbacca Mom has netted over $400k in gifts and now charges $20 for an autograph. Who would have thought that the Facebook live video of her wearing a talking Chewbacca mask would receive so much attention? According to […]

The newest remake of A Star is Born is one step closer to becoming a reality… maybe. According to Variety, Lady Gaga is in talks to play the role of Esther aka Vicki. If all goes well, Bradley Cooper will be more than pleased. In addition to Cooper co-starring with Lady Gaga, this particular reprisal […]

In the wake of the recent Disney alligator attack, many people continue to wonder if Disney World management knew about the alligator problem in Seven Seas Lagoon. According to TheWrap, park management was warned by staff that guests at the ritzy ($2,000-a-night) Bora Bora Bungalows were seen feeding alligators. #Disney Gator Attack: Just How Common […]

Boxing great Muhammad Ali died as a result of sepsis, according to a recent CBS News report. It’s extremely important to learn the warning signs before it’s too late. Surprisingly, sepsis is the ninth leading cause of disease-related deaths. No one is immune to sepsis, also referred to as septic shock, not even Muhammad Ali. […]

The 2016 Tony Awards will air as scheduled. According to CNN, the biggest night on Broadway is slated to include tributes to the recent victims of the worst mass shooting in U.S. history. No muskets will appear onstage. Organizers of this year’s Tony Awards released the following statement. “Our hearts are heavy for the unimaginable […]

Sadly, Bubbles the whale is dead. In her 50s, the short-finned whale entertained SeaWorld visitors for over 30 years. According to CNN, Bubbles was the oldest pilot whale living in a marine or zoological park setting. SeaWorld San Diego released this statement, regarding Bubbles the whale’s unfortunate passing. “She has inspired and amazed more than […]

Alisan Porter, Season 10 winner of The Voice, has an exciting future ahead of her. What is in store for the Massachusetts native and mother of two? At this stage in the game, no one knows for sure and almost anything can happen. According to International Business Times, Alisan is in the process of transitioning […]