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“Friends” actor Matthew Perry died from an accidental ketamine overdose, medical examiners said Friday, concluding their investigation into the death of the beloved but troubled TV star. Perry, who played Chandler Bing on the hit TV sitcom from 1994-2004, died at the age of 54, having been found unconscious in a swimming pool at his house in Los Angeles in October. He had struggled for decades with addiction to drugs, including ketamine, and related serious health issues, but had reportedly been clean for 19 months prior to his passing. “Matthew Perry’s cause of death is determined to be from the acute effects of ketamine,” the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office said in a statement. “Contributory factors in his death include drowning, coronary artery disease and ...

Netflix for the first time published detailed viewing figures about thousands of its shows and movies Tuesday, offering an unprecedented glimpse into the world-leading streaming platform’s top hits and highest-profile flops. The report, which Netflix says will be repeated every six months, is a major departure for a company that has historically guarded its data closely, but came under renewed pressure to be more transparent during strikes this year by Hollywood writers’ and actors’ unions. “This is a big step forward for Netflix and our industry,” the company said in a press release. “We believe the viewing information in this report… will give creators and our industry deeper insights into our audiences, and what resonates with them.” Since 2021, Netflix has released wee...

Two-time Emmy-winning actor Andre Braugher, star of the television comedy "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" and the 1990s police drama "Homicide: Life on the Street," died on Monday after a brief illness, his publicist said on Tuesday. He was 61. Braugher starred alongside Andy Samberg in the police satire "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" for eight seasons from 2013 through 2021 in the role of Captain Ray Holt, for which he received four Emmy nominations and two Critics Choice awards for best supporting actor in a comedy series. He had previously established himself as a dramatic actor playing Detective Frank Pembleton in "Homicide" from 1992 to 1998, a breakout role for which he won his first Emmy in 1998, for lead actor in a drama series. Braugher also won an Emmy for lead actor in a miniseries in ...

The debut film by Malaysian producer-turned-director Jin Ong titled ‘Abang Adik’ which explores the bittersweet dynamics of a family relationship not bound by blood ties, has garnered the attention of the global filmmaking community. ‘Abang Adik’ began to draw attention in March this year when it was nominated in six categories at the Fribourg International Film Festival in Switzerland including the grand prize category, special jury award category, youth jury prize and the critic’s award category. It won the Ecumenical Jury Award and Audience Award. This film, which is a collaborative effort between Malaysia and Singapore has been collecting awards since then including at the 25th Far East Film Festival in Udine, Italy, the 22nd Edition of the New York Asian Film Festival, Gold...

Actor and heartthrob Ryan O’Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of “Love Story” who also appeared in “Paper Moon” and “Barry Lyndon,” has died, his son said Friday. He was 82. “This is the toughest thing I’ve ever had to say but here we go. My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us,” Patrick O’Neal wrote on Instagram. O’Neal, whose smoldering looks and perfect jawline made him the ideal leading man, was also known for his tumultuous decades-long relationship with actress Farrah Fawcett. After years of television roles in the 1960s, O’Neal’s big break came in 1970’s “Love Story,” a box office phenomenon that earned him an Oscar nomination — one of a grab-bag of nods for a film now credited with becoming a temp...

Macaulay Culkin, renowned for his iconic role as Kevin McCallister in "Home Alone," solidified his Hollywood legacy three decades after the film's release. The esteemed actor, known for his recent role in "The Righteous Gemstones," received the 2,765th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The ceremony, attended by Culkin's family, friends, including Catherine O'Hara (who portrayed his on-screen mom), and Natasha Lyonne, marked a heartfelt milestone. In a touching moment, Culkin's fiancée Brenda Song, accompanied by their two sons, shared the emotional joy of this achievement. During the ceremony, heartfelt tributes from O'Hara and Lyonne reflected on Culkin's illustrious career spanning Hollywood's landscapes. Expressing gratitude, Culkin acknowledged the pivotal roles that sh...

The four megastar members of K-pop girl group Blackpink were given one of Britain’s most prestigious honours Wednesday by King Charles III, recognising their work as environmental advocates. The South Korean sensations received honorary MBEs (Members of the Order of the British Empire) from the British monarch, which reward outstanding achievement or service to the community. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and First Lady Kim Keon Hee — on a state visit to Britain — looked on as Roseanne Park (Rosé), Jennie Kim, Jisoo Kim and Lalisa Manoban (Lisa) were handed the honours at a Buckingham Palace ceremony. The K-pop quartet — and first couple of South Korea — were back at the palace just hours after attending a lavish state banquet held there for Yoon and Kim on Tuesday nig...

Credit: Gordon's Instagram Renowned British chef Gordon Ramsay, 57, and his wife, Tana, 49, joyfully welcomed their sixth child, a baby boy, completing the Ramsay family. The news was shared by the 57-year-old MasterChef judge on social media last Saturday, coinciding with his recent birthday. In his online announcement, Ramsay expressed his excitement, saying, "What an amazing birthday present. Please welcome Jesse James Ramsay, 7lbs 10oz whopper. One more bundle of love to the Ramsay brigade. Three boys, three girls… Done." The accompanying photos captured tender moments, with Ramsay kissing Jesse's head and Tana providing skin-to-skin contact on a hospital bed. The couple, who exchanged vows in 1996, already have five children – Megan, 25; twins Jack and Holly, 23; Matil...