Phil Donahue, the legendary TV talk show host, has died. He was 88. Donahue passed away Sunday night following a long illness, his family confirmed to “Today” Monday morning. The late star died at home surrounded by his loved ones, including his wife of 44 years, Marlo Thomas, his sister, his children, grandchildren and his … Read more
When it comes to Michael Jackson, you don’t wanna be startin’ somethin’ with Stephanie Mills — the R&B legend who originated the role of Dorothy in the Tony-winning musical “The Wiz” 50 years ago. The 67-year-old diva — who dated Jackson in the ’70s — remains fiercely loyal to the King of Pop and protective … Read more
Skip Bayless’ colleagues took to social media to honor the sports media personality’s abrupt exit from FS1 airwaves. Bayless, who confirmed on X that Friday was his final show, is leaving the network after eight years on the air. “A truly legendary run,” Nick Wright of “First Things First” (FTF) on FS1 wrote on X. … Read more
A legend walks among us. Shirley MacLaine, 90, made a rare public appearance in Malibu, California on Sunday. The Hollywood icon had lunch at Kristy’s restaurant, which she also visited on the Fourth of July. Shirley MacLaine at Kristy’s Restaurant in Malibu. Dr. Juice / SplashNews.com MacLaine wore a blue shirt with a zip-up jacket, black … Read more
When it comes to funky, futuristic fashion, George Clinton — the music legend who brought “One Nation Under Groove” — says that you have to think out of your comfort zone to be out of this world. “We always was trying to make sure we was down with whatever was happening,” Clinton, 82, told The … Read more
Judy Belushi-Pisano, an actor, producer and the widow of legendary funnyman John Belushi, has died at age 73, according to family members. Her death was announced Saturday on Belushi’s social media pages. “There was no one like her,” the Pisano and Belushi families said in a statement. “Judy made everyone feel loved. She was nonjudgmental, … Read more
For years, decades even, the biggest VIP in the gay scene of New York nightlife has been a straight, Swiss-born woman. That would be Susanne Bartsch, the legendary club queen who has presided over generations of queer party boys — and other children of the counterculture — in the City That Never Sleeps. “You know, … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. John Legend is a minimalist with maximum talent. On Friday, June 21, the 45-year-old EGOT winner headlined at Atlantic City’s intimate yet spacious and cozy yet comfortable Borgata … Read more
When a 9-year-old Leslie Uggams made her debut at Harlem’s historic Apollo Theater in 1952, she instantly won over the notoriously tough crowd as the “extra added attraction” on a bill with jazz great Louis Armstrong as headliner. “It was terrific … They loved me,” Uggams, now 81, told The Post about her 20-minute act, … Read more
Paige Spiranac is proud of the path she’s paved. When taking part in an Instagram Q&A on Tuesday, the longtime golf influencer, 31, explained she holds her golf career and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit “legends” cover in high regard after enduring previous pushback to get to this point. “With Sports Illustrated and the cover, that one … Read more
Train is honoring one of their own. The band released a statement Wednesday after news broke that founding member and bassist Charlie Colin died at the age of 58. “When I met Charlie Colin, front left, I fell in love with him,” began the statement, shared on the band’s X and Instagram accounts. Train’s tribute … Read more
He’s lost his appetite for competitive eating. Takeru Kobayashi — the Japanese eating legend who won six consecutive Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contests is standing down from all future food challenges because he quite literally no longer has the hunger to compete. The 46-year-old announced his retirement in the new Netflix documentary “Hack Your Health: … Read more
Meryl Streep reflected on her famous shampoo scene with Robert Redford in the 1985 movie “Out of Africa.” In the epic romantic drama, Streep starred as a Danish baroness who falls in love with a big game hunter, played by Redford, while running a coffee plantation in colonial South Africa. During a memorable scene from … Read more
Mike Breen knows the feeling, believe that. He knows what it’s like to follow a giant, and he’s done it with the kind of grace and excellence that’s allowed him to somehow turn Marv Albert’s old job into his own. You never know how that’s going to turn out. For Breen, it’s been something plucked … Read more
When Tiger Woods won his first major championship at the 1997 Masters, the 21-year-old golfer strode off the final green at Augusta National Golf Club to be embraced by his jubilant father, Earl, and his mother, Tida. Amid the hullabaloo, the very next person to congratulate him was Hughes Norton, the agent — or “rainmaker” … Read more
Richard Lewis, the comic and star of “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” has died, The Post can confirm. He was 76. Lewis passed away peacefully at his Los Angeles, California, home after suffering a heart attack on Tuesday night. “His wife, Joyce Lapinsky, thanks everyone for all the love, friendship, and support and asks for privacy at … Read more
After a fairy tale football season that saw Taylor Swift at the forefront with boyfriend Travis Kelce, Mick Foley wanted to share a personal story about the 14-time Grammy winner. The former professional wrestler owned that he is indeed a Swiftie not only because of her songwriting ability and performance skills, but also because of … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. It looks like Chrissy Teigen will have the house to herself this summer. From May through August, her husband John Legend will take his ‘An Evening with John … Read more
Adam Sandler is paying tribute to his late friend Carl Weathers, who died Thursday at 76. The “Rocky” actor co-starred with Sandler in the 1996 comedy “Happy Gilmore.” “A true great man,” Sandler, 57, wrote on Instagram and X, formerly Twitter. “Great dad. Great actor. Great athlete. So much fun to be around always,” he continued … Read more
Chita Rivera, the dazzling Broadway star who originated roles in the musicals “Chicago,” “West Side Story” and “Kiss of the Spider Woman,” died on Tuesday. She was 91. Rivera died peacefully in New York following a brief illness, her daughter, Lisa Mordente, said in a statement. A brilliant dancer who mastered the moves of some … Read more