As controversy swirls around late-night TV, here's what a new poll shows about who still watches
WASHINGTON (AP) — As late-night talk shows undergo major changes and controversy, a new poll finds most Americans don’t watch them regularly and the ones who do are more likely to be Democrats. The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll shows only about a quarter of Americans say they have watched a late-night show at least once a month in the past year. But about one-third of Democrats say they’ve done this monthly over the last year, compared with about 2 in 10 Republicans or independents. The poll was conducted after the announcement of Stephen Colbert’s show being canceled but before Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension.
Kimmel’s rise from radio to cultural icon hits roadblock with ABC’s suspension of late-night TV show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jimmy Kimmel has become a cultural fixture over two decades in late-night television, blending humor with political satire. He rose from Las Vegas radio to hosting prestigious events like the Oscars. His show, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” has been suspended indefinitely after comments about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. ABC's decision followed backlash from major affiliates. Kimmel's career began in Las Vegas radio, and he rose to fame with Comedy Central's “Win Ben Stein’s Money.” He became the host of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” in 2003. His future remains uncertain as his contract with ABC expires in 2026.
Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James who co-wrote 'Jesus, Take the Wheel' dies in plane crash
Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James has died in a plane crash in North Carolina. Authorities reported the crash on Thursday afternoon involved a small plane with three people aboard. There were no survivors. James, known for hits like “Jesus, Take the Wheel” and “When The Sun Goes Down,” was 57. The plane, a Cirrus SR22T, was registered to him, but it's unclear if he was the pilot. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board will investigate. James, who left medical school for music, was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2020.
A summer of fashionable spoilers, from 'Devil Wears Prada 2' to 'American Love Story'
NEW YORK (AP) — “The Devil Wears Prada 2” and “American Love Story” have yet to be released but social media users have had their fair share of spoilers from paparazzi photos and fan snapshots of the sets filming this Summer in New York. From the cerulean Met Gala carpet to a central park stroll, fans have caught not only glimpses of the costume designs on set but full scenes being filmed. While early photos of the costume designs for “The Devil Wears Prada 2” and “American Love Story” caused quite the stir online, fans say they still want to see all the outfits on the big screen next year.
Cardi B releases highly anticipated ‘Am I the Drama?’ album
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cardi B has made a splashy return with her sophomore album, “Am I the Drama?” released on Friday. The album arrives as she announces her fourth pregnancy with NFL player Stefon Diggs and celebrates a recent courtroom victory. The 23-track project features collaborations with artists like Janet Jackson and Megan Thee Stallion. Cardi B includes past hits like “Up” and “WAP,” sparking some online criticism. She defended the choice, saying those songs deserve a home. Alongside her music, Cardi B's personal life, including her relationship with Diggs, continues to capture public attention.
Late-night shows address Jimmy Kimmel suspension with humor and solidarity
Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Fallon hosted their late-night shows using a mix of humor and solidarity with suspended ABC host Jimmy Kimmel. Stewart opted for satire to critique ABC suspending “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” indefinitely following comments he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Colbert took a more serious approach, calling his suspension “blatant censorship.” Fallon praised Kimmel and vowed to keep doing his show as usual but an announcer replaced most of his critiques about President Donald Trump with praise.
A timeline of Trump's fights with media, including Jimmy Kimmel and The New York Times
President Donald Trump’s contentious relationship with U.S. news organizations over his time in office has led to a host of legal battles and disputes. ABC's indefinite suspension Wednesday of the “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” show is the latest example. Trump celebrated the suspension of the veteran late-night comic and frequent critic of the president and his policies. Kimmel’s monologue during Monday’s show included a reference to the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Then on Friday, a federal judge tossed a $15 billion defamation lawsuit Trump filed earlier this month against The New York Times.
Willie Nelson and Neil Young highlight 40th Farm Aid concert
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Farm Aid celebrates its 40th anniversary Saturday in Minneapolis. The concerts, launched by Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Mellencamp in the farm crisis of the 1980s, continue to raise awareness about the plight of family farmers. Bob Dylan is a late addition to the program. They'll be joined at the University of Minnesota by artists including Dave Matthews and Kenny Chesney. A labor dispute between the university and Teamsters almost scuttled the festival, but a deal was reached late last week. Farm Aid raises over $1 million annually. Nathaniel Rateliff, a returning performer, says the event highlights music's power to unite across political divides.
Gary Busey gets probation for sexual offense at 2022 horror convention
CHERRY HILL, N.J. (AP) — Actor Gary Busey has been sentenced to two years probation for a sexual offense stemming from an appearance at a 2022 horror convention in New Jersey, according to court records. The sentence was handed down Thursday during a virtual hearing in state court in Camden. Busey didn't speak during the hearing. The 81-year-old “Buddy Holly” star had pleaded guilty in July to a single count of criminal sexual contact for touching a woman’s buttocks “over clothing during an 8-10 second photo op.” The actor had been accused of inappropriately touching at least three women at the Monster-Mania Convention at the Doubletree Hotel in Cherry Hill, a South Jersey town and suburb of Philadelphia.
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