KEY POINT Christopher Aaron Nicks, Stevie Nicks’ younger brother, died at 72 following a two-and-a-half-year cancer battle. His daughter, Nixi Parkinson Nicks, announced that he died surrounded by family. Christopher had kept his cancer diagnosis private because he did not want others to worry about him. Nicks, the younger brother of Fleetwood Mac singer Stevie … Read more
KEY POINT Rick Harrison, 61, required bypass surgery after doctors discovered an issue during a procedure that was expected to be simpler. His family says he is resting comfortably and working toward a full recovery. The health scare comes as Pawn Stars prepares for its expected return with new episodes in 2027. Rick Harrison is … Read more
KEY POINT Kelly Ripa said she has ignored her bad knee despite discussing the problem publicly for years. She explained that medical visits can make her nervous because another health issue could be discovered. Her latest comments come after she underwent gum graft surgery following years of delaying the procedure. Kelly Ripa opened up about … Read more
KEY POINT OpenAI reported elevated errors affecting ChatGPT Work Mode early Thursday. The company said it was investigating the problem before applying a resolution. OpenAI’s current status page now lists ChatGPT as fully operational. Questions about whether ChatGPT was down began circulating as users encountered problems with the service on Thursday. Reports of access and … Read more
KEY POINT Gloria Steinem died Wednesday at age 92, according to her foundation. She helped establish major platforms for women’s political participation and advocacy. Her journalism, activism and work with Ms. magazine influenced the second-wave feminist movement. WASHINGTON Gloria Steinem, one of the most recognizable figures of the women’s rights movement, died Wednesday at 92, … Read more
Carla Jeffery Dies at 33 Carla jaffery who played Bree in Disney’s ZOMBIES franchise, has died at 33. Her passing was announced on September 1, 2026, by the talent agency that represented her for more than two decades. Alexander’s Talent Management said it had worked with Jeffery since she was 12. In its statement, the … Read more
KEY POINT Hinds County Coroner Jeramiah Howard confirmed Wilson’s death in Jackson. The Jackson native built a career across several American musical traditions. Her hometown is remembering her as an important representative of Mississippi’s musical heritage. Cassandra Wilson’s death brings an end to the life of a singer whose musical identity was closely connected to … Read more
KEY POINT Amber Glenn and Ezra Frech will compete in the 2026 season of Dancing with the Stars. Glenn won team-event gold at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, while Frech won two gold medals at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. The season premieres Sept. 15, but Glenn has not said how the show will affect her … Read more
KEY POINT Victor Miller wrote the screenplay for Friday the 13th, released in 1980. His son Ian confirmed his death and remembered him as a gifted storyteller. Miller said the film’s concept was initially inspired by John Carpenter’s Halloween. Victor Miller, whose screenplay helped shape Friday the 13th, has died at the age of 86. … Read more
KEY POINT Zendaya has experimented with dramatically different hairstyles and makeup throughout her career. Her red-carpet beauty has ranged from faux locs and short cuts to elaborate Met Gala transformations. Her recent film premieres have introduced distinct bridal, casual and Greek Goddess-inspired aesthetics. Zendaya’s Beauty Evolution Zendaya made one of her earliest major beauty statements … Read more
