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‘Bridgerton’ Season 4, Part 1 trailer puts the spotlight on Benedict — with a Cinderella twist

L-R: Yerin Ha as Sophie Baek, Luke Thompson as Benedict Bridgerton in episode 401 of 'Bridgerton.' (Liam Daniel/Netflix)Dearest gentle reader, the trailer for Bridgerton Season 4, Part 1 is finally here -- and "all the eyes of the ton" are on Benedict Bridgerton.The trailer features Luke Thompson as Benedict and Yerin Ha as Sophie Baek, his love interest, and it packs all the romance and magic we all have been longing for.The trailer opens with Golda Rosheuvel's Queen Charlotte introducing another social season, […]

December 26, 2025

Music

In Christmas message to fans, Elton John teases not one but two new albums

Elton John performs at the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, November 8, 2025 (Kevin Kane/Getty Images for RRHOF)Elton John and Brandi Carlile released their Grammy-nominated joint album, Who Believe In Angels?, in 2025, but 2026 may bring us some Elton John solo music — and maybe even more than expected.In a holiday video message to members of his Rocket Club fan club, Elton said, "I'll be going to the studio next April to make a record. But I've […]

December 26, 2025

Music

On This Day, Dec. 26, 1970: George Harrison landed at #1 with ‘My Sweet Lord’

On This Day, Dec. 26, 1970 ...George Harrison hit #1 with the song “My Sweet Lord,” which went on to spend four weeks in the top spot.The chart-topper, produced by Harrison and Phil Spector, made Harrison the first former member of The Beatles to score a solo #1 in the U.S. The track, which was released as a double A-side single with “Isn’t It a Pity,” also went to reach #1 in several other countries, including the U.K. and Australia.“My Sweet […]

December 26, 2025

Music

U2’s Bono performs at annual Christmas Eve Busk in Dublin

Bono and Imelda May take part in the annual Christmas Eve busk on Grafton Street in Dublin, in aid of homeless charity, the Simon Community. Picture date: Wednesday December 24, 2025. (Photo by Conor O Mearain/PA Images via Getty Images)U2 frontman Bono made an appearance at Dublin's annual Christmas Eve Busk, a gathering of artists who busk on Grafton Street, a busy shopping area in the Irish cap. This year’s event took place in front of the Gaiety Theatre in Dublin's city […]

December 26, 2025

Entertainment

Robin Roberts revisits defining moments in upcoming special, ‘The Year: 2025’

'The Year: 2025' poster (ABC)Good morning, America — and good bye to 2025. As the year draws to a close, Robin Roberts is once again inviting viewers to pause and reflect with her 15th annual year-end special.The Year: 2025 finds Robin revisiting the moments that defined the past 12 months, alongside a lineup of ABC News voices, including David Muir, Michael Strahan, Linsey Davis and Sunny Hostin, along with special guests such as The Jonas Brothers, WNBA champion A'Ja Wilson and Sinners star Miles Canton.The special looks back at headline-making events including the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial […]

December 26, 2025

Entertainment

The Year in Entertainment 2025: The TV that was top

The small screen took us everywhere from the shores of Cousins Beach to the emergency room at the Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center this year. Here's a look at the shows and limited series that defined 2025:It was the medical procedural drama The Pitt that scored the top prize at the Emmys this year. Led by Noah Wyle, who won the best actor in a drama Emmy for his portrayal of Dr. Robby in the new series, The Pitt's first season […]

December 26, 2025

Music

The Year in Music 2025: Billy Joel reveals health issues, stars in revealing documentary

Billy Joel’s 2025 didn’t start out so hot. In January, the Piano Man postponed a show in order to have a medical procedure. He did perform two shows in February and continued to announce more concerts for 2025, including co-headlining dates with Sting, Rod Stewart and Stevie Nicks. But issues with his health halted his touring plans.-Joel announced in March he was postponing shows for four months to allow himself time to recover from recent surgery and to undergo physical therapy under […]

December 26, 2025

Entertainment

Pat Finn, who appeared in ‘The Middle,’ ‘Friends’ and ‘Seinfeld,’ dead at 60

Pat Finn attends ABC's 'The Middle' 200th episodes celebration on October 28, 2017 in West Hollywood, California. (Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic)Actor and comedian Patrick Finn, best known for his role in ABC's The Middle, has died, according to a statement from his family.Finn, 60, died on Dec. 22 following a three-year battle with cancer, which had been in remission but then returned.Finn began his career as an improv comedian alongside his college pal Chris Farley. His first big break in television came on […]

December 24, 2025 1

Entertainment

Pat Finn, who appeared in ‘The Middle,’ ‘Friends’ and ‘Seinfeld,’ dead at 60

Pat Finn attends ABC's 'The Middle' 200th episodes celebration on October 28, 2017 in West Hollywood, California. (Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic)Actor and comedian Patrick Finn, best known for his role in ABC's The Middle, has died, according to a statement from his family.Finn, 60, died on Dec. 22 following a three-year battle with bladder cancer, which had been in remission but then returned.Finn began his career as an improv comedian alongside his college pal Chris Farley. His first big break in television came […]

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