“Dancing With the Stars” has announced the official slate of celebrities and pro dancers hitting the ballroom for season 35. This season’s lineup includes Taylor Hanson, Guillermo Rodriguez, Jenna Dewan, and Julia Stiles to name a few. The new season of “Dancing with the Stars” kicks off with a live 2-night premiere on September 15 and 16.

 

With only 6 hours of exclusivity before it hit YouTube, Netflix’s “Grand Theft Auto 6” extended look became the streamer’s most-viewed title last week. The 27-minute “GTAVI” special drew 31.1 million views. The extended look at the highly anticipated title, which marks an entirely new category of entertainment for Netflix. It was #1 on that list in 87 of 93 countries that Netflix tracks globally.

 

Beyoncé is donating hundreds of thousands of dollars to Indiana Flood Relief. Her BeyGood Foundation announced it has sent $200,000 in aid to City Life Center and Angel by Nature. The two organizations are “aiding communities most affected following the record flooding caused by a derecho storm that destroyed infrastructure, leaving more than 1000 people unhoused”, according to the post.

 

Penny Lancaster says her 81-year-old husband Rod Stewart will come back “stronger than ever” after undergoing a coronary stent procedure last month. That forced Rod to cancel the remaining dates of his “One Last Time” tour and take 4 weeks off to recover. She said he is already moving at full speed. He was spotted tucking into a hamburger and chips at a football game over the weekend.

 

During Ella Langley’s shows at Auburn University, the Alabama native took time to reunite with a history teacher who encouraged her passion for music early on. Maury Popwell had the chance to meet up with his former student at the show, where Ella gifted him with a guitar that she signed, “Love you, Coach Pop!!”

 

Tiger Woods lost his driver’s license for 5 years after striking a last-minute plea deal in his Florida DUI case. Tiger appeared before a judge on Wednesday morning, where his charges were officially reduced to reckless driving and refusal to submit to a lawful test. The judge handed down a $1,000 fine for the first charge and a $500 fine for the second, along with the 5-year driving ban.

 

Ariana Grande has officially wrapped up her “Eternal Sunshine Tour” with a deeply emotional farewell show at London’s O2 Arena. Calling the run one of the most beautiful and extraordinary experiences of her life, she took time on stage to express deep gratitude to her audience. She praised the crowd for showing up in themed outfits and said, “I have the best fans in the entire world, and I always have.”

 

Peacock has acquired “Fan Level Midnight: Devoted To The Office”, a six-episode documentary debuting September 7. The series explores the show’s cultural impact, from its rocky start to enduring popularity. It features new interviews with Paul Feig, Kevin Reilly, and cast members, plus archival footage of Steve Carell, John Krasinski, and others.

 

Guy Pearce says Rupert Murdoch is “very happy” he’s portraying the media mogul in Danny Boyle’s new film “Ink”. Guy learned this through messages with Murdoch’s daughter Elisabeth — though Murdoch hadn’t yet seen the film. Ink is set in 1969, covering Murdoch’s takeover of the Sun newspaper. It premieres at the Venice Film Festival.

 

Brazil passed new concert regulations nicknamed the “Taylor Swift Law.” President Lula signed two decrees requiring free drinking water at events with over 1,000 attendees and cracking down on digital ticket scalping. The measures follow the 2023 death of Ana Clara Benevides Machado, 23, who died from heat exhaustion at the “Eras Tour” show in Rio de Janeiro.

 

CBS will air “Judge Judy: Unfiltered, Unforgettable”, a 90-minute special on September 22, marking the show’s 30th anniversary. The special features Amy Poehler, Samuel L. Jackson, and Steven Spielberg. Spielberg recalls his mother saying Judy “tells the truth, calls it the way she sees it.” The special streams on Paramount+ the following day.