Foster Sylvers, former child star of The Sylvers, dies at 64: reports

Foster Sylvers, the former child star who helped propel the family R&B group The Sylvers to fame in the 1970s, has reportedly died at age 64.

Roots Picnic brings thousands to Fairmount Park this weekend

The Roots Picnic is back with another sold-out weekend, drawing thousands to its new location at Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park.

Roots Picnic 2026: Road closures, parking rules announced for festival at Belmont Plateau

The City of Philadelphia has announced transportation, parking and public safety plans for the 2026 Roots Picnic, set for Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31 at Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park.

Darrell Sheets' autopsy report released, new details on death

Darrell Sheets’ autopsy report has revealed further details about the "Storage Wars" star’s death at 67 years old.

BTS fans outraged over TV news anchor’s "death to America" cookie comment

James Eppler, an anchor at Gray Media-owned KJTV in Lubbock, was reading a story about the BTS-Oreo cookie collab when things presumably went off-script.

'Emily in Paris' actor Pierre Deny dies at 69: Reports

Pierre Deny, a French actor best known for his role in Netflix’s “Emily in Paris," died on Monday from ALS-related complications.

Sonny Rollins, influential jazz saxophonist, dies at 95

Sonny Rollins, the saxophonist known for his bold, distinctive tone and constant experimentation, has died at the age of 95.

This fan favorite stamp is making a comeback this summer

An iconic stamp that sold out within weeks is making a comeback this summer after winning a voting contest.

Stewart McLean, missing 'Virgin River' actor, found dead in suspected homicide

Stewart McLean, the actor known for his roles in "Virgin River" and other shows, was found dead in British Columbia after he was reported missing last week. 

Rob Base, ‘It Takes Two’ rapper, dies at 59

Rapper Rob Base helped bring hip hop into the mainstream with the 1988 hit song "It Takes Two," which later became a pop culture staple.

'Danny Go!' star Daniel Coleman announces death of 14-year-old son

Beloved children’s entertainer Daniel Coleman, known as Danny Go, is mourning the heartbreaking loss of his 14-year-old son, Isaac, after a battle with cancer.

Vivica A. Fox & Erika Alexander Talk ‘Is God Is’ and Powerful Storytelling”
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Vivica A. Fox and Philly native Erika Alexander are starring in the bold new revenge thriller Is God Is — and they’re sharing what made this project so special. Fox discusses playing a character referred to as “God,” while Alexander reflects on religion, family and the film’s deeper emotional themes. The actresses also open up about mentoring younger stars Kara Young and Mallori Johnson and why the film’s “sisterhood of filmmaking” stood out from the start.

'Is God Is’ Director & Stars on Sisterhood and Bringing the Hit Play to Life
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The cast and creators of Is God Is are opening up about the powerful themes behind the highly anticipated new film. Writer/director Aleshea Harris discusses adapting her acclaimed stage play for the big screen, while stars Kara Young and Mallori Johnson share how they built such a believable sisterhood on screen. From the film’s gritty aesthetic and bold fashion choices to themes of rage, healing and Black womanhood, the cast explains why this revenge thriller is unlike anything audiences have seen before.