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Herbie J Pilato

It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

Fresh off of winning three gold medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Simone Biles appears to be tackling her next big project: creating her new home with husband Jonathan Owens. On Aug. 14, the 27-year-old gymnast shared photos from the ongoing construction of her house. She uploaded four pictures to an Instagram story that showed a glimpse of the progress so far.

Simone Biles gives sneak peeks of her new home, including one stunning bathroom

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It's a busy time to be Jeff Wamsley, the owner and creator of the world’s only Mothman Museum in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. Most recently, the mythic Mothman creature has received its very own “Unsolved Mysteries” episode on Netflix. Volume 4 of the beloved series revival premiered on the streaming service in August, and episode five is devoted to the shadowy monster.

Is the Mothman real? The legend behind the mythical monster

“Tiger King” director Eric Goode is back with a new docuseries called “Chimp Crazy” that focuses on the people whose lives are all-consumed by raising chimpanzees and monkeys like they’re members of their own families. NBC’s Joe Fryer sits down with Goode for a first look on TODAY.

‘Chimp Crazy’ dives into the eccentric world of ‘monkey moms’

Have you ever wondered how the police catch vampires? With stake-outs, of course. How do vampires predict the future? They check their horror-scope. What do you call twin vampires? Dead ringers. If you're groaning right now (and you aren't a zombie) get ready, because we've got a collection of vampire...

50 vampire jokes you can really sink your teeth into

Giovanni Ribisi joins TODAY to talk about stepping behind the camera as the director of photography and producer of “Strange Darling,” a mysterious thriller that’s getting lot of buzz — and even praise from Stephen King! Ribisi says the script was “truly nothing like I have ever read.”

Giovanni Ribisi talks ‘Strange Darling,’ praise from Stephen King

Dorothy Dandridge was one of Hollywood’s first Black sex symbols and the first black actress to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress. Around 1930, Dandridge relocated to Los Angeles, California, with her family. A few years later she found success with her new musical group, the Dandridge Sisters, which included sister Vivian and their friend Etta Jones. The group landed gigs at the famous Cotton Club in Harlem and performed with top acts such as the Jimmie Lunceford Orchestra and Cab Calloway. As an African American singer, Dandridge confronted early on the segregation and racism of the entertainment industry. She may have been allowed on stage, but in some venues, she couldn't eat in the restaurant or use certain facilities because of the color of her skin."

The Groundbreaking, yet Tragic Life and Career of African-American Actress Dorothy Dandridge

Emmy-nominated actor Lamorne Morris joins Hoda and Jenna to talk about joining Season Two of the Netflix comedy “Unstable,” opens up about fatherhood, and jokes about getting upstaged by Glenn Powell while on a vacation in Greece. Morris then sticks around to play a game of “Categories!”

Lamorne Morris talks ‘Unstable,’ trip to Greece with Glen Powell

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Janet Jackson's star-studded family tree is filled with more celebrities that most are aware of. During an appearance on "The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show," Jackson, 58, confirmed to fill-in host Scott Mills that the rumor about her being related to Stevie Wonder was true. "He's our cousin," she said with...

Janet Jackson shocks fans after revealing more celebs she's related to: 'What a dynasty'

A highly anticipated collaboration has left Taco Bell fans clamoring for more — and an explanation. Taco Bell is celebrating the 20th birthday of its beloved Mtn Dew Baja Blast soda, the tropical drink that’s gained a following since its introduction in 2004. To commemorate the milestone, the brand has been painting the town turquoise with free beverages, a nationwide release of Baja Blast Gelato and more.

Taco Bell fans are putting the chain on Baja Blast over disastrous Stanley Cup release

A “Law and Order: SVU” superfan got the surprise of a lifetime when her fiancé planned an elaborate“"SVU”-themed proposal featuring one of the show's iconic detectives. Maddie Anderson, 32, was getting ready to go on a shopping trip with a friend when her neighbor surprised...

Man plans epic 'Law & Order: SVU'-themed proposal with the help of Ice-T

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck areas near Las Vegas on Tuesday night, according to the United States Geological Service (USGS). The quake, which occurred at 8:06 p.m., was centered approximately 45 minutes from Las Vegas, near Indian Springs.

Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Shakes Areas Near Las Vegas

After a Season 3 finale that left us with beaucoup questions, “Emily In Paris” is finally back for more romance, drama and fashion. Season 4 of the Darren Star show will be broken up into two parts, with the first installment of episodes dropping on Netflix Aug. 15 and the rest debuting Sept. 12.

‘Emily in Paris’ Season 3 recap: What to remember before Season 4

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They both said yes to the dress. Many couples burst into tears during their first look on their wedding day. Tennessee brides McKenzie Ball and Erin Ball, however, couldn’t stop laughing. McKenzie, 27, and Erin, 29, had selected nearly identical lace mermaid gowns from different stores in different states.

See couple react when they realize they are wearing the same wedding dress

Johnny Horton was an American country music singer and songwriter known for his distinctive blend of traditional country and historical storytelling. Born in 1925, Horton gained fame in the late 1950s and early 1960s with hits that often featured historical themes and tales of adventure. His most notable songs include “The Battle of New Orleans,” a chart-topping hit that narrated the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812, and “Sink the Bismarck,” which recounted the sinking of the German battleship during World War II. Horton’s energetic style and engaging lyrics made him a significant figure in country music history.

10 Best Johnny Horton Songs of All Time

It's spooky season and with it comes all things witchy. Sure, ghosts, goblins and vampires are always popular this time of year, but it's witches that really capture everyone's attention. From their intriguing witch names to their sweet black-cat companions, witches are utterly fascinating. That probably explains why there are...

25 witchy songs that'll put a spell on you

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes that appear in this article are from the author's direct interview with those mentioned.]. The original Perry Mason TV series starring Raymond Burr initially aired on CBS from 1957 to 1966. All these decades later, the show remains popular in syndication (and was recently reimagined in a new edition starring Matthew Rhys).

'Perry Mason' Actor Raymond Burr told co-star Richard Anderson, it's "all about the casting."

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Record producer Phil Spector was known for his innovative “Wall of Sound” technique that revolutionized music recording. He worked with artists such as the Righteous Brothers, Ike and Tina Turner, The Ronettes, George Harrison, and John Lennon. Unfortunately for him, his musical legacy is now substantially overshadowed by the murder of actress Lana Clarkson at his home in 2003.

What happened to musical genius and abusive murderer Phil Spector?

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How Forest Whitaker ignited a discourse on toxic Black excellence in ‘Emperor of Ocean Park’

It’s this dilemma that drives the new MGM+ thriller, “Emperor of Ocean Park,” led by Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker. The ten-episode series centers around the...

How Forest Whitaker ignited a discourse on toxic Black excellence in ‘Emperor of Ocean Park’

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