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The most-anticipated films of 2026

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The most-anticipated films of 2026

Woody (Tom Hanks) and Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) in 'Toy Story 5.' (Walt Disney Studios)2026 is shaping up to be a year filled with blockbusters and other big cinematic events. With sequels, animated family films and superhero movies looking to make an impact, here's a look at some of the most-anticipated films of the upcoming year.The summer starts off with the debut of Toy Story 5 on June 19. Woody, Buzz […]

todayJanuary 2, 2026

Joe Walsh reveals the secret to the Eagles’ longevity

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Joe Walsh reveals the secret to the Eagles’ longevity

Musician Joe Walsh of the Eagles performs onstage during The 58th GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center on February 15, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)The Eagles will return for more residency dates at the Sphere Las Vegas in January, with dates confirmed through March. While they've already announced that the March shows will be their final Sphere dates for 2026, guitarist Joe Walsh tells ABC Audio that doesn’t mean […]

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‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ performers Goo Goo Dolls are manifesting ‘less chaos, more peace’ for 2026

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‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ performers Goo Goo Dolls are manifesting ‘less chaos, more peace’ for 2026

Robby Takac and John Rzeznik of Goo Goo Dolls attend the 39th Annual Carousel Ball, Oct. 11, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. (Tom Cooper/Getty Images for 39th Annual Carousel Ball)Goo Goo Dolls are one of more than two dozen artists who'll be performing on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest, airing on ABC Dec. 31. During rehearsals, lead singer John Rzeznik recalled the first time the band performed on the iconic […]

todayDecember 31, 2025 1

Watch Clay Aiken scare Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan & Carrie Underwood in new ‘American Idol’ promo

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Watch Clay Aiken scare Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan & Carrie Underwood in new ‘American Idol’ promo

'American Idol' 2026 (Disney)A new year means a new season of American Idol, and in a new promo, an old favorite makes a return.In the promo, host Ryan Seacrest welcomes judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and Carrie Underwood to "American Idol University." "With decades of talent on display, I'm so excited for you all to explore these historic halls," says Seacrest."Look at all these superstars that have graduated from Idol […]

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On This Day, Dec. 31, 1984: Def Leppard’s Rick Allen loses arm in car crash

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On This Day, Dec. 31, 1984: Def Leppard’s Rick Allen loses arm in car crash

On This Day, Dec. 31, 1984 ...Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen lost his left arm in a car crash in Sheffield, England.After trying to pass a driver who had been taunting him on the road, Allen lost control of his vehicle and hit a wall. His arm got caught in the seat belt and was severed.While doctors initially reattached the arm, it was later amputated due to infection.Allen’s career as […]

todayDecember 31, 2025

Chris Robinson teases new Black Crowes music in 2026

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Chris Robinson teases new Black Crowes music in 2026

The Black Crowes' Chris Robinson performs at the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction (Disney/Frank Micelotta)The Black Crowes released their latest album, Happiness Bastards, in 2024, marking their first album of new material in 15 years. Fortunately for fans, it sounds like they won’t have to wait nearly as long for the band to release some more new music.In a holiday message posted to social media and YouTube, The […]

todayDecember 31, 2025

Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., known for ‘The Wire,’ ‘Veep’ and Spike Lee films, dies at 71

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Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., known for ‘The Wire,’ ‘Veep’ and Spike Lee films, dies at 71

Isiah Whitlock, Jr. attends the 'Plane' New York Screening at AMC Lincoln Square Theater on Jan. 10, 2023, in New York. (Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images, FILE)Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died, his manager confirmed to ABC News."It is with deep sadness that I share the passing of Isiah Whitlock Jr. He passed away today peacefully in NYC after a brave battle with a short illness," his manager Brian Liebman said in […]

todayDecember 31, 2025

Culture Crash: Guillermo Del Toro Finally Meets “Frankenstein”

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Culture Crash: Guillermo Del Toro Finally Meets “Frankenstein”

Welcome to Culture Crash, where we examine American culture – what’s new and old in entertainment… Guillermo del Toro is a legendary filmmaker, with movies like Pan’s Labyrinth, The Shape of Water, and The Devil’s Backbone under his belt. For years, he spoke of his affection for Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, a story he fell in love with as a child and was actively working to direct as a film for […]

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‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2026′: Eight hours, 42 artists and a ‘significant moment of unity’

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‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2026′: Eight hours, 42 artists and a ‘significant moment of unity’

ABC's 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026' (DisneyThis year's edition of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest will boast the iconic show's largest lineup and longest telecast in its more than 50-year history on ABC Wednesday. The show will span multiple cities, feature dozens of performances and run for eight hours, as Ryan Seacrest and his Times Square co-host Rita Ora tell ABC Radio. "We start […]

todayDecember 31, 2025

Highlights from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony to air New Year’s Day

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Highlights from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony to air New Year’s Day

Bad Company’s Simon Kirke performs with Heart’s Nancy Wilson, The Black Crowes’ Chris Robinson and Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler at the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. (Disney/Frank Micelotta)ABC will air The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, featuring performance highlights and standout moments of November's ceremony, on New Year's Day at 8 p.m. ET. Bad Company was one of this year’s inductees, and drummer Simon Kirke says […]

todayDecember 31, 2025