Entertainment news spans major film releases, music industry developments, and celebrity updates, with 'Backrooms' horror film achieving record A24 opening weekend, while political tensions overshadow entertainment events and industry figures face various challenges.

'Backrooms' horror film shatters A24 box office records with $38 million Friday opening, based on viral 4chan meme creator Kane Parsons' YouTube series that he started at age 16.

Jamaican filmmaker Sosiessia Nixon releases 'Stew Peas,' a new film highlighting obeah, an African magic practice banned in Jamaica during colonization that remains culturally significant today.

Charlie Puth celebrated Madison Square Garden victory lap with surprise appearances from Busta Rhymes, Art Garfunkel, and Jimmy Fallon, marking a major concert milestone.

Trump controversy dominates entertainment news as artists drop out of D.C. performances; Trump responds by offering to perform himself at Freedom 250 Concert and comparing his audience to Elvis.

Kelly Curtis, actress and sister of Jamie Lee Curtis known for 'The Sentinel,' died at age 69, marking a significant loss in Hollywood family legacy.

Brendan Fraser conducted extensive WWII research at London's Imperial War Museum for film 'Pressure,' with production design directly referencing his previous work 'The Mummy Returns.'

Music industry figure Clive Davis hospitalized following respiratory issue, raising health concerns for the legendary music mogul.

Frankie Valli cancels remaining 2026 concert dates to focus on his health, affecting touring schedules across the entertainment sector.

Reality series 'Neighbors,' produced by Josh Safdie and featuring Robert Redford's grandson, submits 10 Emmy category nominations including 5 personal bids for the young actor.

Minecraft franchise announces sequel retitled 'A Minecraft Movie Squared,' signaling continued expansion of video game adaptations in entertainment.