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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See Mugshot: 'RHOA' Star Cynthia Bailey's Ex-Husband Peter Thomas Arrested for DUI
'Real Housewives of Atlanta' star Cynthia Bailey's ex-husband Peter Thomas was arrested for a DUI. See his mugshot.
Alaska Airlines Passengers Offered 'Inadequate' $1,500 Compensation After Near-Death Experience
Passengers of Alaska Airlines flight 1282 were offered $1,500 compensation among other perks after a section of the plane ripped away shortly after takeoff.
New Video Shows OnlyFans Model Courtney Clenney and Slain BF in Heated Spat 2 Months Before Fatal Stabbing
A newly unsealed video part of the murder case against OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney captured an explosive fight between her and slain bf Christian Obumseli.
Bruno Mars' 13-Year Relationship With GF Jessica Caban 'on the Rocks' After Spending Holidays Apart: Report
Bruno Mars, and his longtime girlfriend, Jessica Caban, are leading "separate lives" and the once red-hot connection they had is "fizzling out," according to a report.
Armie Hammer's 'Fiancée' Reveals Split After Whirlwind Romance, Says Relationship Was 'Not Reflective' of Abuse Allegations
Scandal-plagued actor Armie Hammer moved on with 26-year-old IT consultant Marina Gris months after his divorce was finalized, but they have since called it quits.
Keffe D's Jailhouse Call: Tupac Murder Suspect Speaks About 'Green Light Order' With Son Before $750k Bail Was Granted
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, a former Compton gang leader and suspect in the murder of rap legend Tupac Shakur, can be heard discussing a "green light" order in a jailhouse call.
Jonathan Majors Defends Mentions of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Widow After Assault Trial, Has 'Utmost Respect' for Coretta
Embattled actor Jonathan Majors defended his mentions of Coretta Scott King before and after his assault trial in a new statement, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie Drops Out of 2024 Presidential Race
Chris Christie has officially dropped out of the 2024 presidential race, RadarOnline.com has learned.
'Is This Hearing a Joke?': Rep. Eric Swalwell Blasts Jim Jordan for Hypocrisy After House GOP Pushes to Hold Hunter Biden in Contempt Over Subpoena
Rep. Eric Swalwell put the spotlight on Jim Jordan amid the House GOP's move to hold Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress for allegedly violating a subpoena.
'This Should Scare All of You': Todd and Julie Chrisley's Daughter Savannah Claims Jailed Parents' $1 Million Settlement Award Is Proof of Corruption
Savannah Chrisley spoke out about the $1 million settlement that her jailed parents are set to receive, claiming it's proof of corruption as they appeal their criminal convictions.
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez's Ex-GF Named in Epstein Documents
Newly unsealed Jeffrey Epstein-related court documents have revealed bombshell allegations against an ex-girlfriend of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Epstein's Brother Accuses Former AG Bill Barr of Covering Up Disgraced Financier's Death
Jeffrey Epstein's brother, Mark Epstein, boldly questioned if former U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr covered up the disgraced financier's death.
Epstein Accuser Alleges She Was Trafficked to Billionaire Les Wexner, Newly Unsealed Docs Reveal
Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre claims to have been trafficked to former Victoria's Secret CEO Les Wexner in newly unsealed court docs.
'Baywatch' Star Nicole Eggert Battling Breast Cancer, Friend Raises Nearly $20k to Help Cover Medical Costs
'Baywatch' star Nicole Eggert, widely-known for her role as Summer Quinn, has been diagnosed with breast cancer, RadarOnline.com has learned.
'The Voice' Star Lauren Duski's Mother Dead After Apparent Suicide at 59
Lauren Duski, a former contestant on 'The Voice,' is mourning the loss of her beloved mother, Janis Duski, who appears to have died by suicide.
Kim Zolciak's Ex Kroy Questions Where Profits From Selling Designer Bags Went as They Fight Foreclosure, IRS Lien
Kroy is asking the court to intervene amid his divorce war with ex Kim Zolciak.
Timothée Chalamet Denies Beef Between GF Kylie Jenner and Selena Gomez After Rumored Golden Globes Drama
Timothée set the record straight about the rumored drama between Kylie Jenner and Selena Gomez.
Bill Clinton Spotted at Luxury Mexico Resort With Gov. Gavin Newsom After Claims Epstein Had Compromising Tape of Ex-President
Former president Bill Clinton was seen spending time with California Gov. Gavin Newsom, his wife, and others at a luxury Mexico resort last week.
Jo Koy Admits It 'Hurt' After Critics Claimed His Golden Globe Jokes Fell Flat
Comedian Jo Koy admitted that hosting the Golden Globes is not a gig for the faint of heart after some of his jokes fell flat on Sunday, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Meghan Markle Was Invited to 'Suits' Reunion at Golden Globes but Turned It Down
Meghan Markle got the opportunity to reunite with her former 'Suits' costars at the Golden Globes, but she turned it down.
Meghan Markle Left Out of 'Suits' Group Chat, Ex-Costars Don't 'Have Her Number'
Actress-turned-duchess Meghan Markle is not in the Suits group chat, RadarOnline.com has learned.
WATCH: Biden's Speech Derailed by Chanting Pro-Palestine Protesters Before They Are Escorted Out of Church
President Biden's speech at Mother Emanuel AME Church in South Carolina was thrown off the rails on Monday by pro-Palestine protestors.
Man Who Attacked Las Vegas Judge Sentenced in Face Mask and Chains, Gets Up to 4 Years Behind Bars for Unrelated Case
A defendant in a felony battery case came face-to-face with the Las Vegas judge he brazenly attacked last week during a sentencing hearing.
2024 Golden Globes: Selena Gomez Denies Gossiping to Taylor Swift That Kylie Jenner Didn't Let BF Timothée Chalamet Take a Photo With Her
Selena Gomez was caught gossiping with her longtime pal Taylor Swift at the star-studded 2024 Golden Globe Awards and fans think they know what she said.
Unamused: Taylor Swift Sips Drink as Jo Koy Awkwardly Jokes About NFL Coverage of Singer at 2024 Golden Globes
Good one … or not? Taylor Swift played it cool when host Jo Koy joked about the NFL's over-the-top coverage of the singer at the 2024 Golden Globes.
Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Make Awards Show Debut as Couple at 2024 Golden Globes
Kylie Jenner was a proud supportive girlfriend at the 2024 Golden Globes, beaming at boyfriend Timothée Chalamet while attending their first award show together.
2024 Golden Globes Fashion: Hollywood's Biggest Stars Hit the Red Carpet — PHOTOS
Award show season is back with a bang. The biggest celebrities in Hollywood gathered at the Beverly Hilton for the star-studded 2024 Golden Globes.
REVEALED: Ex-NFL Star Sergio Brown's Visitor Log as He Awaits Trial on Murder Charge in Mother's Death
Former NFL player Sergio Brown is being held in Cook County Jail as he awaits trial and a visitor log obtained by RadarOnline.com showed 18 since he's been locked up.
Pat McAfee Accuses ESPN Exec Norby Williamson of 'Trying to Sabotage' Show After Kimmel-Rodgers Feud
Pat McAfee called out top brass at ESPN, accusing executive Norby Williamson of going the extra mile in an effort to 'sabotage' his show.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard Admits She Misses Late Mother Years After Murder, Bawls on Anniversary of Crime
Gypsy Rose Blanchard admitted that she still has love for her abusive mother, Dee Dee, years after plotting to kill her and serving time for helping to plot her murder.
Jeffrey Epstein's Ex-Fixer's Offices Burglarized Hours Before First Trove of Unsealed Docs: 'Has to Be a Coincidence'
The Brentwood offices of a renowned Hollywood crisis manager who formerly worked with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein were broken into over the New Year's holiday.
Savannah Chrisley Claims Father Todd Is Facing 'Retaliation' in Prison After Speaking Out About Unsafe Conditions
Savannah Chrisley claims her father, Todd Chrisley, is facing intense backlash in prison for speaking out about the unsafe conditions behind bars.
Newly Freed Gypsy Rose Blanchard Prohibited From Contacting Jailed Ex Serving Life Behind Bars
Gypsy Rose Blanchard is prohibited from contacting jailed ex Nick Godejohn after being released on parole, RadarOnline.com has learned.
'Never Believed They Existed': Jeffrey Epstein's Brother Casts Doubt on Blackmail Tapes and Extortion Claims
Jeffrey Epstein's brother cast doubt on claims the disgraced financier had secretly-recorded tapes that he used to extort his high-profile acquaintances.
Sally Fields Claims Ex Burt Reynolds Was Jealous of Her Stardom, Couldn't Handle the 'Buzz' Ahead of Award Night
Sally Field claimed that her ex Burt Reynolds let envy get the best of him as her star was on the rise, detailing how he was 'not happy' with her career buzz in her new book.
'The View' Mocks Fox News Over Coverage of Green Day's Anti-MAGA Lyrics: 'You Are the Machine They're Raging Against'
Fox News was put on blast for their coverage of Green Day's anti-MAGA lyrics during a New Year's Eve performance by the ladies of 'The View.'
'They Chose to Do a Ripoff': Mary Kay Letourneau's Ex-Husband Slams 'May December' Filmmakers for Never Approaching Him
Mary Kay Letourneau's ex-husband, Vili Fualaau, called out the filmmakers of 'May December,' with a plot loosely based on their relationship past.
'Outrageous Conduct': Trump Argues Jack Smith Should Be Held in Contempt and Pay Attorney Fees in Jan. 6 Case
Former president Donald Trump's lawyers are demanding that special counsel Jack Smith be held in contempt, claiming his team violated a stay order issued by the judge.
Danny Masterson's Ex Bijou Phillips Jets Off to Bahamas for 'Much-Needed' Getaway as Disgraced Actor Rots in Prison
Bijou enjoyed some fun in the sun shortly after the actor was transferred to prison.
Outgoing Harvard President Claudine Gay to Retain Six-Figure Salary After Resignation
Outgoing Harvard president Claudine Gay will still be bringing home a handsome salary as a member of the university staff, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Britney Spears Working on New Album 8 Years After Last Record, Charli XCX Writing Tracks
Britney Spears is ready to put pen to paper and write music for her long-awaited 10th studio album, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Shaquille O'Neal Sued by Ex-Employee Who Claims NBA Legend and Production Company Stiffed Him
Former NBA star Shaquille O'Neal and his Jersey Legends Productions have been sued by a former employee who claims he was stiffed, RadarOnline.com has learned.
'Southern Charm' Star Madison LeCroy's Father Ted Dies: 'My Forever Superhero'
'Southern Charm' star Madison LeCroy is mourning the loss of her father, Ted LeCroy, after announcing his death just hours before ringing in the new year.
Sen. Bernie Sanders Calls on Congress to Cut Off Funding to Israel: 'Let Me Be Clear, NO MORE'
Sen. Bernie Sanders came out swinging against emergency financial aid for Israel in a lengthy statement on Tuesday.
'Will Be the Most Boring in Modern History': GOP Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Trashes CNN After Debate Exclusion
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy blasted CNN and their upcoming Jan. 10 debate, detailing his backstory on the network's 'shenanigans.'
Erika Jayne's Estranged Husband Tom Girardi Found Competent to Stand Trial
'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' star Erika Jayne's husband, Tom Girardi, will have to go before a jury after being found competent to stand trial.
'Black Panther' Stuntwoman's GoFundMe Raises Thousands After She Was Injured in Hit-and-Run
Marvel star Carrie Bernans is being hospitalized after a horrific hit-and-run that injured nine in New York City at 1:30 a.m. Monday, RadarOnline.com has learned.
'Bachelorette' Star Rachel Lindsay's Husband Files for Divorce and Demands Spousal Support After NYE Split
'The Bachelorette' star is going into the new year as a single woman after her husband filed for divorce.
Steve Bannon Predicts 'Big Fight' Over Trump's Running Mate: 'They're Going to Try to Force Nikki on the Ticket'
Former president Donald Trump's ex-aide Steve Bannon predicted there will be a tug of war over the idea of Nikki Haley becoming his 2024 running mate.
Tupac Shakur Suspect is Too Dangerous to Be Released From Jail Ahead of Trial, Prosecutors Argue
Prosecutors are taking a firm stance after Tupac Shakur's alleged killer, Duane "Keefe D" Davis, requested to be released ahead of his trial.