After 17 years of service, CNN anchor Don Lemon has been terminated from the network. Lemon expressed shock at the decision, while CNN disputed his account of the events. Fans and colleagues have expressed shock and disbelief at the news, and it is unclear who will replace Lemon as the anchor of “CNN This Morning.”
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Fox News has announced that it is parting ways with its most popular prime-time host, Tucker Carlson. His final show aired on Friday and the network thanked him for his service. The news comes days after Fox News agreed to pay nearly $800 million to Dominion Voting Systems to avert a defamation trial, though it is unclear if the two events are related.
Len Goodman, a former professional ballroom dancer and British champion, was a judge on "Strictly Come Dancing" and "Dancing With the Stars" for 12 and 15 years respectively. He was known for his quick wit and sharp critiques, and was beloved by viewers for his ability to make ballroom dancing accessible to the masses. His death has been met with an outpouring of grief and tributes from fans, friends, and colleagues, and his legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched.
Jeff Shell, CEO of NBCUniversal since 2013, has left the company "effective immediately" following an investigation into "inappropriate conduct". Shell admitted to having an "inappropriate relationship with a woman in the company" and expressed regret for his actions. Comcast CEO Brian L. Roberts and President Mike Cavanagh said they were "disappointed" to share the news with employees.
On Saturday night, a fire broke out at Disneyland during the "Fantasmic!" show when a large animatronic dragon became engulfed in flames. Anaheim Fire and Rescue personnel assisted the Disneyland Fire Department in extinguishing the fire, and about 1,000 people were evacuated from the area. No guests or visitors were injured in the incident, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's dream of taking Wrexham Association Football Club to the English Football League came true on Saturday, as the team secured promotion with a 3-1 win over Boreham Wood. The Racecourse Ground in north Wales was filled with more than 10,000 fans, including the Hollywood actors, to witness the historic moment. With the backing of Reynolds and McElhenney, the future looks bright for Wrexham Association Football Club as they look to continue their success in the English Football League.
Legendary comedian Barry Humphries passed away at the age of ninety-two after complications from hip surgery. He was best known for his iconic character Dame Edna Everage and had a career spanning seven decades, delighting audiences around the world. Humphries was a beloved figure in the entertainment industry and will be remembered for his comedic genius.
The 2023 Sundance Film Festival has announced the death of Rasheeda Williams, also known as Koko Da Doll. Williams was featured in the documentary "Kokomo City" which premiered at the festival this year. The Atlanta Police Department is investigating three violent crimes involving transgender women this year, including Williams' death, and the Sundance Film Festival released a statement expressing their sadness. The APD is asking anyone with information about Williams' death to contact them and is encouraging the public to be aware of the violence transgender women face and to take action to help prevent it.