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.
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GoFundMe for Missing Charlotte Sena, 9, Surpasses Goal by Nearly $40k as She's Reunited With Family After Kidnapping Suspect's Arrest
Donations are pouring in for the family of Charlotte Sena, 9, who was miraculously found safe after a two-day search, Breaking Celebrity News can reveal.
'An Absolute Circus': Victoria Beckham Admits She 'Resented' Husband David After Affair Rumors Pit Couple Against Each Other
Victoria and David Beckham have been married for more than two decades, which is no small feat especially for couples in Hollywood. Find out about their lowest point.
Mom's Night Out: Ashley Olsen Breaks Cover in NYC After Secretly Welcoming Son With Husband Louis Eisner
Former child star Ashley Olsen kept a low profile while stepping out for the first time since she secretly welcomed her son Otto, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy OUSTED After Historic Vote and Political Showdown Led by Matt Gaetz
Kevin McCarthy has been ousted as Speaker of the House after a historic 216-210 vote determined he would be the first House leader in American history to be kicked out.
Arnold Schwarzenegger's Speedo-Clad Love Child Joseph Baena Bares Uncanny Resembles to Action Star While Celebrating 26th Birthday at Beach
Arnold Schwarzenegger's son Joseph Baena looked like a chip off the old block while ringing in his 26th birthday, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
Blac Chyna Selling 'Clothes, Purses and Shoes' to Make 'Ends Meet' as Custody Battle With Tyga Rages on
Angela White, formerly known as Blac Chyna, revealed that she has been hawking her high-end belongings to make a quick buck in an income and expense declaration.
9-Year-Old Charlotte Sena's Kidnapping Suspect, 47, Charged After His DNA Was Left on Ransom Note
The parents of missing 9-year-old Charlotte Sena are overjoyed after their daughter was found safe, thanking police for their help after a kidnapping suspect was charged.
Rare Sighting: Frail Dick Van Dyke, 97, Pushed in Wheelchair During Disney Date With Wife as Pals Fear End is Near
Acting icon Dick Van Dyke was spotted on a rare outing at the Happiest Place on Earth, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
Bad Blood: Travis Kelce's Ex Kayla Nicole Unfollows Brittany and Patrick Mahomes After Girls' Night With Taylor Swift
Travis Kelce's ex-girlfriend Kayla Nicole appears to be drawing a line in the sand as the Chiefs tight end's romance with Taylor Swift heats up.
Revealed: YouTube Prankster Tanner Cook's Arrest on 4th Degree Assault Charge Before Stunt Gone Wrong
Tanner Cook had a run-in with the law years before his stunt went wrong and led him to sustain a gunshot wound to the chest, Breaking Celebrity News can exclusively report.
'RHONY' Star Brynn Whitfield's Tax Issues Exposed: Faced Eviction Over Nearly $7k Delinquency in Rent
'RHONY' star Brynn Whitfield's history of financial troubles has been exposed despite her lavish lifestyle on the hit Bravo show, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
Blueface Avoids Jail, Rapper Sentenced to Years Probation for Shooting Man Outside of Las Vegas Strip Club
Blueface has been sentenced after pleading guilty to a weapons charge stemming from a shooting outside of a Las Vegas strip club, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
'Frenzied' Kanye West Appears Unhinged During Listening Party for Upcoming Album
Kanye West looked "distressed" while holding an intimate listening party for his upcoming album in Italy, flailing his arms as he unveiled his latest tracks.
Pete Davidson Crashes SUV After Stand-Up Show, Accident and Damage Caught on Camera
Pete Davidson swiped his SUV against the side of a wall while leaving The Wiltern after his stand-up comedy show this weekend, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
It's Over: 'RHOP' Star Mia Thornton and Husband Gordon Separate After 11 Years
'Real Housewives of Potomac' star Mia Thornton and husband Gordon Thornton are going their separate ways after 11 years of marriage, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
King Charles III Wants to End Rift With Estranged Son Harry for 'Strategic' Reasons, William Has No Plans to Forgive
King Charles III "has not just a personal but also a strategic need" to get back in the good graces of his estranged son, Prince Harry, a former palace staffer claimed.
Marilyn Manson Settles Sexual Assault Lawsuit One Week Before Trial, Jane Doe Says She 'Silently Endured' Threats
Marilyn Manson has reached a settlement with a woman who sued him, claiming the singer had sexually assaulted and tortured her in 2011.
'Be Careful': Mark Cuban Sets Off Swifties After Telling Taylor to Dump Travis Kelce for a 'Good-Looking Single' Mavericks Player
Mark Cuban set off Swifties when he told Taylor to dump NFL star Travis Kelce for a "single" and "good-looking" Mavericks player, Breaking Celebrity News has learned.
Britney Spears' Ex Sam Asghari Not Back on Dating Scene Despite 'Flirting' Rumors: 'He's Interested in His Career'
Britney Spears' estranged husband, Sam Asghari, is not interested in dating and is focused on his career post-split.
Shockingly Thin Sharon Osbourne Admits She Goes Days Without Food After 42-Pound Ozempic Weight Loss
Sharon Osbourne revealed she often goes three days a week without eating during a podcast appearance after unveiling her 42-pound Ozempic weight loss.
'We're Not Separated': Kyle Richards' Husband Mauricio Umansky Shoots Down Split Rumors After Morgan Wade Outing
Kyle Richards' husband, Mauricio Umansky, was determined to set the record straight on swirling rumors they are headed for splitsville.
'Put Some Respect on My Name': Tiffany Haddish's Ex-Pal Scoffs At Comedian's Attempt to Move Shocking Lawsuit Out of Public Eye
Haddish's former friend blasted the comedian for "trying to muddy the water" after Haddish demanded her lawsuit against her be fought in private court.
No Bad Blood: Taylor Swift 'Really Hit it Off' With Chiefs' QB Patrick Mahomes' Wife at Travis Kelce's Post-Game Bash
Taylor Swift was having a ball, quite literally, while hanging out with the Kansas City Chiefs squad at main squeeze Travis Kelce's post-game party.