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 RadarOnline.com team in 2022.
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'RHOC' Star Shannon Beador Ex-Hubby David Filed to Divorce Second Wife Again Days Before Shocking Reunion
'RHOC' star Shannon Beador reunited with her ex-hubby David over the weekend, shortly after he filed to divorce his current spouse, Lesley, a second time.Family Feud: Teresa Giudice's Ex-Husband Believes Estranged In-Laws Joe and Melissa Gorga Helped FBI in Fraud Case With Ex-Wife
'Real Housewives of New Jersey' star Joe Giudice said it was no surprise that his ex-wife, Teresa, may be done trying to mend her family feud with Joe and Melissa.'She Would Be Amazing': Anna Nicole's Close Friends Set Sights on Rising Star to Play Late Icon in Book-Turned-Biopic
Anna Nicole Smith's near and dear friends Patrik Simpson and Pol' Atteu revealed their book on the late icon will be serving as source material for a gripping new biopic.Palace Warned: Meghan Markle 'Won't Be Shut Up' Despite Plans to Ditch Royal-Bashing
A royal biographer said it's not in Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's 'nature' to remain silent.King Charles 'Breathing Sigh of Relief' After Harry and Meghan's Shock Decision to Stop Royal-Bashing Netflix Shows
King Charles III can finally rest easy now that his youngest son, Prince Harry, and daughter-in-law Meghan Markle are to stop making royal-bashing content.Prince Harry Has Called in the Divorce Lawyers, Says Lady Colin Campbell
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's marriage is being put to the test after breaking away from the royal family, RadarOnline.com has learned.'Well ... That Wasn't Boring': CNN's Chris Licht Looked Like He 'Survived a Car Wreck' After Disastrous Trump Town Hall
CNN's new leader Chris Licht had a 'mission' to restore the network's reputation and ratings, weathering numerous challenges along the way before Trump's town hall.Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's Lavish New $60 Million Home Once Owned by Ponzi Schemer
The lavish 12-bedroom, 24-bathroom estate purchased by Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck was formerly owned by a man caught in a $64 million Ponzi scheme.President Biden Takes a Major Tumble Moments After Giving Speech at Air Force Graduation Ceremony
President Joe Biden struggled to find his footing during the U.S. Air Force Academy graduation, taking a massive tumble on stage as onlookers gave an audible gasp.Riding Solo: Meghan Markle 'Tends to Leave Harry at Home,' Duchess Asking Party-Loving Pals to 'Hang Out'
Meghan Markle appears to be keen on expanding her social circle, as insiders claim she 'tends to leave Harry at home' and has been hitting up pals to 'hang out.'Court Bombshell: Third Ex-Teacher At Kanye West's School Comes Forward With Claims She Was Fired 'in Retaliation' for Reporting Concerns
Kanye West's legal troubles are piling up as a third former teacher at his private Donda Academy has come forward with explosive claims, RadarOnline.com can report.Madeleine McCann: German Authorities Confirmed a 'Number of Items Seized' in Portuguese Reservoir Search
An extensive search at the Barragem do Arade reservoir in Portugal turned up a 'number of items' relevant to the Madeleine McCann investigation.'Drag Race' Winner Yvie Oddly Claims Producers Live in Luxury While 'Sleep-Deprived' Contestants Are 'Drastically Underpaid'
'RuPaul's Drag Race' star Yvie Oddly claimed it took 'over a year' to receive his $100k cash prize while blasting producers and spilling all about her thoughts on the show.Pay Up: Britney Spears' Ex-Husband Kevin Federline Sued by Private School Over Alleged $16k Debt
Britney Spears' ex-husband, Kevin Federline, was hit with a $16,000 lawsuit from the private school that two of his children attend, RadarOnline.com has learned.'The World Believes I Killed Maddie … I Didn't': Madeleine McCann Prime Suspect Protests His Innocence in Disturbing New Letters From Prison
Christian Brueckner, the prime suspect in the 2007 disappearance of Madeleine McCann, declared his innocence in a series of letters written from his German jail cell.Kroy Biermann Calls Cops on Estranged Wife Kim Zolciak, Accused Her of Refusing to Leave the Bathroom
A verbal dispute between Kroy Biermann and Kim Zolciak led the former NFL star to call the cops on his estranged wife, RadarOnline.com has exclusively learned.'RHOBH' Star Erika Jayne Spotted on Date With Lawyer Arrested for Assault as She Continues to Battle Ex Tom Girardi in Divorce
'RHOBH' star Erika Jayne was spotted out and about with controversial lawyer Jim Wilkes, igniting romance rumors amid her divorce from ex Tom Girardi.Epstein Files Show Chris Rock Was Among Dozens of Stars Set to Meet With Disgraced Financier
A trove of Jeffrey Epstein's private calendars and emails revealed dozens of Hollywood's elite were on the books to meet with the disgraced financier.'Bachelor' Star Corinne Olympios and Sister Sue Over Car Crash That Allegedly Left Them With 'Personal Injuries' and Emotional Anguish'
'Bachelor' star Corinne Olympios and her sister, Taylor, filed a lawsuit against a 'negligent' driver after sustaining injuries in a car accident.Tom Sandoval Has Meltdown After Being Criticized for 'Ruining' White Nail Polish, Goes Off on Journalist
'Vanderpump Rules' star Tom Sandoval didn't like the narrative being painted about him in a 'Glamour' article going viral stating that he 'ruined' white nail polish for everyone.Indiana Doctor Hit With $3k Fine After Speaking Out About Abortion She Performed on 10-Year-Old Rape Victim
Caitlin Bernard, the doctor who performed an abortion on a 10-year-old rape victim, got a $3,000 fine for violating ethic standards and state laws by speaking out about it.'Vanderpump Rules' Star Raquel Leviss' Family Contacts FBI After 'Violent and Graphic' Death Threats Over Tom Sandoval Affair
Raquel Leviss and her family members have been on the receiving end of death threats so 'violent and graphic' they felt compelled to contact the FBI.2024 Hopeful Ron DeSantis Unleashes on Trump, Florida Gov. Questions 'What Happened' to Ex-Prez and Says Campaign Is Going the 'Wrong Direction'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis railed against former president Donald Trump following his entry in the 2024 presidential race, RadarOnline.com has learned.Secret Tina Turner Took to the Grave: Singer's Adopted Son Says She 'Turned Her Back' on Family
One of Tina Turner's children claimed she abandoned her four adult kids in the U.S. prior to her death at 83, RadarOnline.com has learned.Evan Rachel Wood Agrees to Let Son Live With Father in L.A., Fears 'Retribution' After Alleged Threats From Rocker Ex Marilyn Manson
Evan Rachel Wood has agreed to give up custody of her son, telling the court she is fearful of retaliation after alleged threats from rocker ex Marilyn Manson.Tina Turner's Horrific Life With Ike: Broken Bones, Third-Degree Burns, Sex That Ended in Beatings
Tina and Ike Turner were once a part of a legendary husband-and-wife R&B duo, but behind closed doors, she was battling abuse that broke down her spirit.Tina Turner Dead at 83 After Long Illness
Tina Turner has died at the age of 83 following a long illness, RadarOnline.com can confirm.Shakira 'Flattered' After Catching Tom Cruise's Eye, But 'Not Interested' in Pursuing Romance
Shakira may be single, but that doesn't mean she is ready to mingle. The singer was 'flattered' that Tom Cruise took an interest, but she isn't looking for anything serious.Jimmy Carter Could Live Until Fall, Grandson Says Ex-Prez Remains in 'Good Spirits' After Entering Hospice Care at Home
Former president Jimmy Carter is spending his final days with loved ones after entering end-of-life care at home three months ago, RadarOnline.com has learned.CNN Hits Primetime Low as Ratings Suffer After Controversial Trump Town Hall
CNN is taking a hit in viewership after sparking controversy with their town hall interview with former president Donald Trump.Ugly Feud Rages: Kathy Griffin Still at War With Anderson Cooper After Bloody Trump Head Photo
Kathy Griffin revealed her friendship with Anderson Cooper has never been restored after their falling out in 2017, RadarOnline.com has learned.Kellyanne Conway's 18-Year-Old Daughter Makes Debut in Playboy Months After Parents' Split
Kellyanne Conway's 18-year-old daughter, Claudia, launched her subscription-only page on Playboy.com in late April, offering sultry content to her followers.Cheating Scandal Explodes: Lauren Boebert Denies She Had an Affair With Country Singer Sean Feucht Before Sudden Divorce
Lauren Boebert shut down rumors that she's romantically involved with country singer Sean Feucht on the heels of her divorce filing, RadarOnline.com has learned.Resurfaced Video Shows Bill Gates Being Quizzed by Russian Bridge Player at Center of Affair Rumors, Blackmailing From Jeffrey Epstein
Russian bridge player Mila Antonova could be seen interviewing a beaming Bill Gates at the 2010 National Bridge Tournament in a newly unearthed video.Trump Accuser E. Jean Carroll Seeks 'Very Substantial' Damages Over His Scathing 'Wack Job' CNN Town Hall Remarks
E. Jean Carroll wants former president Donald Trump to pay for his scathing remarks about her during a CNN town hall following his court loss, RadarOnline.com learned.'I Got My Lady Here': A$AP Rocky Defends Pregnant Rihanna After Brawl Breaks Out at Club
A$AP Rocky demanded two men stop fighting when a brawl broke out during a promotion party, telling them to act 'like gentlemen' in the presence of Rihanna.Kim Zolciak’s Estranged Husband Kroy Demands She Submit To Psychological Evaluation, Accuses Her Of Spending Marital Funds On Gambling
Kroy has accused Kim of spending substantial sums of their money on gambling.Juice Not Worth the Squeeze: Michelle Obama's Brand Fails Administration's Own Health Standards, Experts Claim
Michelle Obama's juice brand doesn't live up to the health standards set by her husband's administration, experts claimed.Fetty Wap Tells Judge His Eye Condition Led to Bullying & Other Issues in Plea for 5-Year Prison Sentence
Fetty Wap is seeking a 5-year sentence after pleading guilty to drug charges stemming from his October 2021 arrest, telling the judge about his youth and more.Death Plunge: Newsmax Beats Ailing News Network AGAIN in Ratings Battle for Key Primetime Shows
Newsmax reigned triumphant in a ratings war for key primetime shows, defeating ailing rival network CNN on Tuesday night, according to Nielsen data.Late Cancellation: Wendy Williams Drops Out of $25K Speaking Engagement as Concerns Grow For Host's Well-Being
Wendy Williams dropped out of a $25,000 speaking engagement amid concerns over her well-being, RadarOnline.com has learned.'This Baby Feels Heaven-Sent': Bruce Willis Finds Solace With First Grandchild After Frontotemporal Dementia Diagnosis
Bruce Willis and his ex-wife, Demi Moore, became first-time grandparents with the arrival of baby Louetta.Pregnant NYC Hospital Nurse Paid for Citi Bike That Ignited Viral Spat With Black Man Captured on Video, Lawyer Claims
A white Manhattan hospital worker accused of taking a Citi Bike from a young black man paid for the two-wheeler and has the receipts to prove it, her lawyer alleged.Standing by Laura: Fox News Shuts Down Claims From 'Left Wing Activists' That 'Top-Rated' Primetime Host Ingraham Will Be Fired
Fox News denied rumors that primetime host Laura Ingraham is going to be fired after a bombshell report on yet another network switch up.'You're Not a Thug': Charles Barkley Slams Memphis Grizzlies Guard Ja Morant After NBA Star's Alleged Latest Gun Video
Charles Barkley slammed Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant after the NBA star came under fire for a second gun-toting video, RadarOnline.com has learned.Fired Officer Claims 'Cop-Gone-Wild' Maegan Hall Had a 'Fetish' for Black Men and Pressured Him for Hookups
Former Tennessee cop Maegan Hall allegedly had a 'fetish' for black men, pressured co-workers for sex and told one he 'must be gay' for rejecting her.Fox News Still Paying Ousted Tucker Carlson Annual $20 Million Salary Amid Standoff Over Fraud, Breach of Contract Claims
Tucker Carlson is still receiving regular paychecks from his former employer Fox News until they reach an exit settlement, RadarOnline.com has learned.Katie Couric Blasts NBCU's Fired CEO Jeff Shell as 'Stupid & Reckless' After Sexual Harassment Allegations
Katie Couric slammed former NBCU executive Jeff Shell as 'stupid and reckless' after he stepped down over misconduct claims, RadarOnline.com has learned.'Red Flags Everywhere': Shanquella Robinson's Family 'Deeply Disappointed' After FBI Wouldn't Release Autopsy Results
Shanquella Robinson's family are 'deeply disappointed' after learning the FBI could not release the autopsy results to them, RadarOnline.com has learned.Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Files For Divorce After 18 Years of Marriage, Heartbroken Husband Was 'Extremely Angry' Upon Being Served
Lauren Boebert is calling it quits with her longtime husband Jayson after nearly two decades of marriage, RadarOnline.com has learned.
