Samantha Benitz
Senior Writer & ReporterSamantha has been working as an entertainment journalist ever since graduating from California State University, Northridge, with honors in 2015. She's interned for political radio host Andy Dean at Clear Channel and worked for several of the biggest media outlets over the years, writing and reporting on all the hottest celebrity news for E! Online, HollywoodLife, AfterBuzzTV, In Touch Weekly, Life & Style as well as Closer Weekly. She joined the Breaking Celebrity News team in 2022.
More From Samantha Benitz
'What a Dangerous Game': MSNBC's Joe Scarborough Trashes Tucker Carlson Ahead of Putin Interview
MSNBC co-host Joe Scarborough fired back at ex-Fox anchor Tucker Carlson's accusation about Western journalists after announcing he will be interviewing Putin.
Chrisean Rock Sued Over Alleged Assault That Left Tamar Braxton's Backup Singer With Broken Teeth and Cuts on Face
Reality TV star Chrisean Rock is being sued months after she allegedly assaulted James Wright Chanel, background singer to Tamar Braxton.
President Biden Appears to Forget Name of 'Hamas' When Asked About Ongoing Hostage Negotiations
President Joe Biden seemingly drew a blank when he spoke about the ongoing hostage negotiations during a press conference on Tuesday, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
'Yellowstone' in Jeopardy as Stars Demand Per-Episode Raises and to Be Featured Before Matthew McConaughey in Credits: Report
The stars of 'Yellowstone' are saddling up to find out where they really stand with the show's producers after asking for a raise to appear in the spinoff.
Angus Cloud's Personal Assistant Sues Late Actor's Estate for $310k Over Alleged Unpaid Commission
A personal assistant who worked for Angus Cloud prior to his untimely death has filed a lawsuit against the actor's estate seeking $300k in alleged unpaid wages.
Macy Gray's Son Accused of Abusing Singer in Shocking Restraining Order Plea
Singer Macy Gray's daughter obtained a temporary restraining order against her brother, Tracy Melvin Hinds, who she alleged has been abusive on multiple occasions.
Prince William Has 'No Plans' to Meet With Estranged Brother Harry in U.K. Despite King Charles III's Cancer Diagnosis
Prince William has yet to carve out any time to reunite with his estranged brother, Prince Harry, who is traveling to the UK on the heels of King Charles' cancer diagnosis.
OnlyFans Model Courtney Clenney Threatened to Burn Down 18-Year-Old's Home in Bizarre Drunken Encounter After BF's Death: Police Report
Courtney Clenney, the OnlyFans model facing a second-degree murder charge, allegedly propositioned an 18-year-old to kiss her during a bizarre drunken encounter.
Meghan Markle's Estranged Dad Speaks Out About King Charles' Cancer Battle Ahead of Harry's UK Trip
Meghan Markle's estranged dad, Thomas Markle, sent well wishes to King Charles after learning of his cancer diagnosis, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
Trump's Ex-White House Advisor Kellyanne Conway Says Tim Scott Ticks 'A Lot of the Boxes' for VP
Donald Trump's 2016 campaign manager, Kellyanne Conway, threw some names into the hat for the GOP frontunner's future vice president.
Queen Camilla's Pledge: Devoted Royal to 'Step Up' Public Duties as Cancer-Stricken Charles Focuses on Recovery
Queen Camilla plans to tend to King Charles and step up her royal duties amid the monarch's health crisis, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
WATCH: Ex-Adult Film Star Lisa Ann Cuffed and Dragged Out of Matt Rife's Comedy Show for Allegedly Using Phone
Former adult film star Lisa Ann was looking forward to a night of laughs at comedian Matt Rife's comedy show but ended up being dragged out of the event in cuffs.
Bob Saget's Widow Kelly Rizzo Moves On With Actor Breckin Meyer 2 Years After Late Comedian's Shocking Death
Bob Saget's widow, Kelly Rizzo, went public with her new boyfriend, actor Breckin Mayer, two years after her late husband Bob Saget's shocking death.
'Her Career is One Long Scam': 'The Bear' Star Ayo Edebiri Dissed Jennifer Lopez's Singing Before Joint 'SNL' Gig
Ayo Edebiri rubbed shoulders with Jennifer Lopez for a promo ahead of the duo's appearance on Saturday Night Live, looking friendly with the singer she once dissed.
'Euphoria' Star Sydney Sweeney's Claim She Worked as Universal Tour Guide Questioned By Ex-Staffer
Fans of 'Euphoria' star Sydney Sweeney believe she fibbed about being a former tour guide for Universal Studios on her road to fame, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
WATCH: Robin Thicke Rocks The House With Performance at Private Work Party
Robin Thicke got the crowd dancing with a live performance of his chart-topping hits at a private party for Bilt Rewards, Breaking Celebrity News can report.
Jailed Rapper Blueface Hit With Arrest Warrant in Las Vegas for Alleged Probation Violation
Legal problems are stacking up for rapper Blueface, who is wanted for arrest in Las Vegas by a judge who issued a bench warrant for an alleged probation violation.
Book Revelations: Elizabeth Taylor Was Living in Filth Before Catching Malta Fever During 'Cleopatra' Filming
Elizabeth Taylor's life may have looked glamorous from afar, but those close to her said she was living in filth and dealing with health issues after landing the role of Cleopatra.
Congressman Faces Backlash for Suggesting Migrants Charged With Cop Beating Should Be Tossed From Helicopters
Rep. Mike Collins is facing backlash for his response to a photo of an undocumented migrant who was arrested alongside four others for assaulting two NYPD officers.
'No Evidence a Crime Was Committed': Senate Staffer Evades Criminal Charges After Explicit Tape Leaked
The U.S. Capitol Police have officially closed a probe into an explicit video of two men having sex inside a Congressional hearing room.
'Killers of the Flower Moon' Producer's Wife Takes Her Own Life by Leaping From Hotel Balcony
Bradley Thomas, a producer of the Oscar-nominated film Killers of the Flower Moon, is mourning the tragic and sudden loss of his wife, Isabelle, who has died by suicide.
LaKeith Stanfield and Wife Sued by Travel Nanny Over Alleged Unpaid Wages
LaKeith and his wife, Kasmere Trice, have been hit with a lawsuit from a travel nanny who claims she got stiffed after a week of work caring for the couple's infant.
'It Wasn't Genuine': Parents of Social Media Victim Slam Mark Zuckerberg's Apology
Robert and Rose Bronstein, grieving parents whose son died by suicide after being cyberbullied, said the apology given by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg was insi