California Pizza Kitchen, with their nearly 50 locations across the Golden State and 200 world-wide, actually owe their name to Rhode Island. Rick Rosenfield and Larry Flax, who launched the first CPK in Beverly Hills in 1985, were considering more typical Italian restaurant-sounding names when they had dinner with a couple from Providence. California Pizza … Read more
He’s God a new gig. Scott-Vincent Borba, the co-founder of e.l.f. Cosmetics has ditched the multimillion-dollar high life of hobnobbing with the hot likes of Paris Hilton and Kim Kardashian to pursue priesthood. Donating his entire fortune — including cash, cars and a cushy California beach house — to charity, the “Father” to-be denounced his lavish lifestyle … Read more
Ramble on, Bob. John Mayer delivered a touching eulogy for his friend and mentor, Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir, during an emotional public memorial held for the late guitarist in San Francisco on Saturday afternoon. Weir, whom Mayer remembered as a “countercultural icon” and “maestro,” died from underlying lung issues on Jan. 10 after battling cancer. He … Read more
Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin, the co-founder and former guitarist of the English rock band Black Midi, has died. He was 26. The late musician’s family announced the devastating news in a statement shared through the band’s record label, Rough Trade Records, on Monday. They said that Kwasniewski-Kelvin died “after a long battle with his mental health.” No … Read more
Sumner Redstone moved closer to the stage, transfixed. A nude couple on a Harley-Davidson had just descended from the ceiling of Super Girls, a Bangkok sex club endorsed by Rolling Stone as “the very best in town.” Redstone, then 72 and chairman of Viacom, stood “like a deer in the headlights, mouth slightly agape,” writes … Read more
Ace Frehley, who co-founded Kiss and served as the band’s original guitarist for years, has passed away. He was 74. The musician’s family announced the devastating news in an emotional statement on Thursday, Oct. 16. “We are completely devastated and heartbroken,” they began, per Variety. “In his last moments, we were fortunate enough to have been … Read more
Ace Frehley is reportedly on life support. The Kiss co-founder and original guitarist, 74, is said to have suffered a brain bleed after taking a scary fall in his studio last month, insiders close to the rocker told TMZ on Thursday. Although Frehley spoke out after the incident to cancel a spate of upcoming tour … Read more
The Spaceman needs some space. Kiss co-founder and guitarist Ace Frehley, 74, has canceled the remaining dates of his 2025 tour because of “ongoing medical issues” following a recent fall that left him hospitalized. “Due to some ongoing medical issues, Ace has made the difficult decision to cancel the remainder of his 2025 dates,” the … Read more
Co-founder of The Yardbirds, Chris Dreja, has passed away. The musician was 79. Both his sister-in-law, Muriel Levy, and former bandmate, Jimmy Page, confirmed the news on social media. A cause of death has yet to be revealed. Chris Dreja of The Yardbirds, on set during rehearsals for TV show “Ready Steady Go.” Getty Images “This … Read more
Mark Volman — founding member of the ’60s rock band The Turtles — has died at age 78. The musician passed away on Sept. 5 following a “brief, unexpected illness” in Nashville, Tenn., his rep said in a statement to People. Mark Volman of The Turtles performs on the Happy Together Tour 2023 at Mayo Center … Read more
Brent Hinds, who co-founded the heavy metal band Mastodon before leaving the group earlier this year, has died. He was 51. The former lead guitarist and co-vocalist was involved in a motorcycle crash in Atlanta Wednesday night, per Atlanta News First. Hinds was reportedly riding his Harley-Davidson around 11:35 p.m. when a BMW SUV failed … Read more
OneRepublic co-founder and former bassist Tim Myers announced his campaign for California lieutenant governor on Monday. On his campaign website, he cited “a broken political system” and “Trump’s attacks on California” as reasons behind his decision. “He’ll bring a fresh, strong voice to the Lt. Governor’s office to fight back against the Trump administration’s attacks, take on the rigged … Read more
I’m picking up sad vibrations. Brian Wilson — who co-founded the Beach Boys and was the main architect of their sound — is now surfing the heavens after his death was announced by his family on Wednesday. The genius of the group he formed with his brothers Carl and Dennis, cousin Mike Love and their … Read more
Jonathan Mayers, an innovative music festival creator known for co-founding Bonnaroo and Superfly Entertainment, died at the age of 51. “Our hearts are extremely heavy as we mourn the loss of one of our co-founders, Jonathan Mayers,” Bonnaroo wrote in an Instagram story posted on Tuesday. “For more than a decade, Jonathan was a creative … Read more
New York has “99 Problems” — literally. The state government bought a one-third share of Jay Z’s Roc-A-Fella Records at an auction Thursday in hopes of recouping $8.7 million that the label’s embattled co-founder, Damon Dash, owes in back taxes. An anonymous Albany rep entered the winning $1 million bid at the federal auction in … Read more
Phil Lesh, the bass player who co-founded the legendary rock band Grateful Dead, died Friday. He was 84. Lesh’s death was announced in a statement posted on his official Instagram account. “Phil Lesh, bassist and founding member of the Grateful Dead, passed peacefully this morning,” the statement shared Friday read. “He was surrounded by his family and … Read more
But daddy I love Taylor Swift! Meta co-founder Mark Zuckerberg recently divulged how he quickly shut down his daughter’s dream of one day becoming like the pop megastar in a recent interview. The tech tycoon went on the “Acquired” podcast earlier this month and revealed a conversation where he seemingly squashed his middle child’s desire … Read more
Serena Williams’ husband and Reddit founder Alexis Ohanian has been diagnosed with Lyme disease. The father of two, 41, revealed his health battle when doctors told him about the diagnosis after he underwent a full-body scan. “Doing a full battery of health scans, tests, etc, and found out I have lyme disease,” he wrote on … Read more
Getting a good reservation in NYC can feel like entering the lottery. Ben Leventhal, the co-founder of Resy and Eater, revealed his tips for how to snag a spot at one of the hottest restaurants. Some of the toughest tables in NYC are Torrisi, Carbone, Polo Bar and Cote, according to Leventhal, adding, “Those are … Read more
The Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson has been placed under conservatorship after his health deteriorated following the death of his beloved wife last month. The “In My Room” singer’s loved ones confirmed that two family representatives will serve as the 81-year-old’s co-conservators. Wilson’s family said the decision was prompted by the death of Wilson’s wife, … Read more