Latest entertainment stories from across Kenya.
A Spanish court has ordered the tax authority to refund Colombian pop star Shakira more than 55 million euros ($64 million) improperly collected in a dispute over her 2011 taxes, according to a ruling seen on Monday. The National Audience…
While tens of thousands of Kenyans struggled to get to work on Monday, matatu crews in Kitale found their own way to wait out the day: they turned the town’s usually chaotic bus park into an improvised athletics track and held relay races…
In a move that marks the end of a major era in Swahili radio, celebrated broadcaster Ann Njogu has announced her departure from Radio Maisha’s popular mid-morning program, Staarabika. In her heartfelt announcement, the seasoned presenter…
A devoted supporter has tattooed Salvation Healing Ministry founder Pastor Victor Kanyari’s 2027 political slogan across her chest to popularize the preacher’s upcoming parliamentary bid. The tattoo, which reads “Panga Kasa na Kanyari…
“Michael,” the biopic about late music superstar Michael Jackson, has returned to the top spot at the box office, showing impressive staying power with audiences, industry estimates showed. The film, which chronicles the legendary artist’s…
Alec Baldwin hit back at Elon Musk for criticizing Lupita Nyong’o’s looks after she was cast to play Helen of Troy in “The Odyssey.” “Dear Elon… but she IS the most beautiful woman in the world…Alec,” the “30 Rock” alum, 68, wrote on…
A Nairobi gospel artist is fighting for her life at Kenyatta National Hospital after a group of men allegedly doused her in petrol and set her ablaze in the Mwiki area of Kasarani, an attack that police say may have been politically…
Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt’s relationship appears to be in a complicated phase following reports that the pair have split but are still working through issues as co-parents to their infant daughter. “Pete and Elsie are working on…
Kenyan filmmakers Mary Wanjiku, Mkamzee Mwatela and Mumo Liku will present their projects at the 17th Durban FilmMart, taking place from October 9 to 12, in Durban, South Africa. The three projects will be presented alongside 33 other…
Streaming giant Spotify is celebrating 20 years of sound, discovery and culture with the launch of ‘Spotify 20: Your Party of the Year(s)’, a new mobile-only in-app experience that gives listeners a personalised look back at their music…
Gigi Hadid has drawn public attention after revealing a custom-made gold dog-tag pendant that appears to celebrate her relationship with actor Bradley Cooper. The 31-year-old model shared a photo featuring the personalized necklace…
If you grew up in Kenya in the late 90s and early 2000s, you might recognise Angela Mwandanda from a picture. Better yet, you might recognise one of her songs, “Teso” or “Ulopa.” Back when Ogopa Deejays produced almost every song you heard…
A man who broke into a car and stole hard drives containing unreleased music by Beyoncé has been sentenced to two years in prison. Kelvin Evans, 41, pleaded guilty to charges including entering an automobile and criminal trespass last year…
Award-winning director Christopher Nolan has confirmed in a new interview with Time magazine that Lupita Nyong’o will, in fact, play Helen of Troy in his film adaptation of Homer’s poem ‘The Odyssey’. However, the surprise does not end…
Stars arrived at the Cannes Film Festival, which opened on May 12, without Hollywood backing. Celebrities from Demi Moore to “The Lord of the Rings” star Elijah Wood headed up the red carpet for the opening ceremony of the Cannes Film…
Actor and comedian Jamie Foxx is reportedly preparing to welcome another addition to his family, with reports indicating that his girlfriend, Alyce Huckstepp, is expecting their first child together. According to multiple reports, the…
Nviiri “Kitenge” artist Nviiri has surprised his fans by taking sides amid heated online discourse about the Africa Forward summit, which took place at two venues: the University of Nairobi and the Kenya International Conference Centre on…
Hannah Harper is a rising singer-songwriter, devoted mother of three and the newly crowned winner of Season 24 of American Idol. The Missouri native captured the hearts of millions with her emotional performances, authentic storytelling…
Hannah Harper has been crowned the winner of Season 24 of American Idol following an emotional grand finale on Monday, May 11. The 25-year-old Missouri native secured the title after competing against finalists Jordan McCullough and Keyla…
Following a triumphant night at the 14th annual Kalasha International Film and TV Awards, acclaimed TV producers Philippe Bresson and Grace Kahaki of Insignia Productions used their platform to address a growing crisis in Kenya’s creative…
A KBC TV Producer, Benard Timbe, who directed and produced the documentary, ‘Against the Waves: Commemorating the 2004 Tsunami and Building Resilience in Disaster Risk Reduction’, has won an award at the 2026 African Union of Broadcasting…
Cannes Film Festival rolls out the red carpets on Tuesday, May 12, for its annual showcase in France, grappling with the dizzying speed of AI-powered disruption and the absence of major Hollywood studios. In its main competition, a total…
British actor Michael Pennington, known for his role in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi, has died at the age of 82. According to The Telegraph, Pennington passed away on Sunday, though no cause of death was immediately…
This year’s Bafta Television Awards have been handed out, honouring the best programmes, actors and presenters on the small screen in the past 12 months. The Netflix series ‘Adolescence’ was the breakout star of the awards show, netting…
