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BTS member Jungkook sparked widespread discussion among fans and media Thursday after a candid, alcohol-fueled Weverse livestream in the early hours of Feb. 26, 2026, where he openly expressed frustration with perceived constraints on his speech and personal disclosures, including references to smoking and company oversight.

Robert Cosby Jr., the only child of *The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City* star Mary Cosby, has died at age 23, authorities and family confirmed Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026.

The first half of *Bridgerton* Season 4 concluded with a gasp-inducing cliffhanger as Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) made an indecent — yet deeply felt — offer to Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha) in Episode 4, titled "An Offer From a Gentleman," now streaming on Netflix.

In a move that has stunned the animation community and sent shockwaves through the Adult Swim fanbase, creators Michael Cusack and Zach Hadel officially announced on February 25 and 26, 2026

Katherine Hartley Short, the eldest daughter of actor and comedian Martin Short, has died at age 42. The Short family confirmed her passing in a statement released February 24, 2026, expressing profound grief and requesting privacy during this difficult time.

The Pokémon Company has unveiled an astonishing collection of 1,025 unique logos to celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary, creating a custom emblem for every Pokémon species — including regional variants, Paradox forms and evolutionary lines — in a massive nod to fans worldwide.

Netflix's hit reality dating series "Love Is Blind" returned for its milestone 10th season on February 11, 2026, marking the first time the show has ventured beyond a single city to feature singles from across an entire state: Ohio.

Days after the death of actor Eric Dane at age 53 following a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a former background performer on *Grey's Anatomy* has drawn widespread attention with explosive online accusations that Dane bullied her on set and that she contributed to his departure from the long-running ABC medical drama.

Robert Carradine, the actor beloved for his roles as the affable father Sam McGuire on the Disney Channel series *Lizzie McGuire* and as the lead "nerd" Lewis Skolnick in the *Revenge of the Nerds* franchise, has died. He was 71.

The BBC and Britain's film academy issued apologies Monday after a guest with Tourette syndrome shouted a racial slur during Sunday night's BAFTA Film Awards, an incident that drew sharp criticism from celebrities and sparked debate over disability awareness, live broadcasting and racial sensitivity.

In a surprise announcement capping off the "EVANGELION:30+; 30th Anniversary of Evangelion" festival, Studio Khara revealed Monday that a brand-new television anime series in the *Neon Genesis Evangelion* franchise is in production, with acclaimed video game creator Yoko Taro handling series composition and screenplay.

Fans eagerly awaiting a follow-up to the blockbuster animated musical *KPop Demon Hunters* will likely need patience, as co-director Maggie Kang has confirmed a "long wait" for any potential sequel due to the extended production demands of high-quality animation.

Hilary Duff addressed her long-rumored estrangement from older sister Haylie Duff for the first time publicly, confirming in emotional interviews that the rift inspired a track on her new album and describing the absence as "absolutely the most lonely part of my existence."

Australian talent continues to dominate American screens, red carpets and social media feeds in 2026, with actors, musicians and influencers from Down Under ranking among the most recognizable and followed figures in the U.S. entertainment landscape.

Veteran actor Tim Curry, renowned for his chilling portrayals of villains across film, television and theater, has shared one of his biggest career disappointments: he desperately wanted to play Hannibal Lecter in the 1991 psychological thriller "The Silence of the Lambs" but was never even considered for the part.

Pop superstar Taylor Swift joined millions worldwide in applauding U.S. alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin's triumphant return to the Olympic podium, hailing her record-breaking slalom gold medal at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics as "HISTORIC" on social media.

K-pop supergroup BLACKPINK has made history by becoming the first artist — and the first Official Artist Channel — to surpass 100 million subscribers on YouTube, solidifying their status as a global digital powerhouse.

BTS member V, also known as Kim Tae-hyung, publicly addressed his surprise and discomfort on Friday

Eric Dane, the charismatic actor beloved for his role as plastic surgeon Dr. Mark "McSteamy" Sloan on Grey's Anatomy and his intense portrayal of Cal Jacobs on Euphoria, died Thursday, Feb. 19, at age 53 after a courageous battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane has passed away just 10 months after announcing his ALS diagnosis. He was 53 years old.

Veteran character actor Peter Greene, best known for his chilling portrayal of the sadistic pawn shop owner Zed in Quentin Tarantino's 1994 masterpiece Pulp Fiction, died from an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound, the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner confirmed Wednesday.

Rising Florida rapper Lil Poppa, known for his raw storytelling and emotional lyrics about street life, loss and resilience, has died at age 25.

Mario Kart World continues its reign as the undisputed king of Nintendo Switch 2 software, surpassing 14 million units sold worldwide as of December 31, 2025 — the latest official figures released in early February — propelling the console's attach rate to over 2 games per system amid a blockbuster launch year.

Hilary Duff has added a second concert at Madison Square Garden due to overwhelming demand after her initial Aug. 5, 2026, date on "The Lucky Me Tour" sold out rapidly, with the new show set for Thursday, Aug. 6, at the iconic New York venue.

The 79th British Academy Film Awards, honoring the best in cinema from 2025, take center stage Sunday, Feb. 22, at London's Royal Festival Hall in the Southbank Centre, with Scottish actor and "The Traitors" host Alan Cumming making his debut as master of ceremonies for the prestigious ceremony.

Former Disney Channel star Christy Carlson Romano shared a tearful health update on Instagram Tuesday, revealing that a recent cancer screening test returned positive results while her husband's came back negative, prompting her to schedule further testing amid a family history of the disease.

Australia's museums blend world-class collections, Indigenous heritage, maritime history and cutting-edge exhibitions, drawing millions of visitors annually.

Mario Kart World for the Nintendo Switch 2 crushed the competition in Japan's physical video game sales for January 2026, moving 124,320 units and pushing its lifetime total past 2.79 million copies, according to aggregated Famitsu data released this month.

Robert Duvall, the versatile Academy Award-winning actor whose unforgettable performances in "The Godfather" as Tom Hagen and "Apocalypse Now" as Lt. Col. Bill Kilgore defined generations of cinema, died peacefully at his home in Middleburg, Virginia, on Feb. 15, 2026. He was 95.