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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Comedian Dana Carvey's Eldest Son Dead at 32 After Accidental Overdose
Dana Carvey is mourning the loss of his eldest son, Dex Carvey, who died suddenly aged 32 from an accidental overdose, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Cassie Claims Diddy Blew Up Kid Cudi's Car in Bombshell Sexual Assault and Abuse Lawsuit
Cassie accused her former romantic partner, Diddy, of being a jealous and controlling ex in a bombshell lawsuit, claiming he went as far as to "blow up" Kid Cudi's car.
TikTokers Obsess Over Terrorist Bin Laden's Note to America, Message Scrubbed From Website
A letter written by Al-Qaeda terror group founder Bin Laden has gone viral on TikTok as users claim it has enlightened them on why the 9/11 attacks happened in 2001.
Paul Pelosi Attacker David DePape Found GUILTY, Faces Up to 50 Years Behind Bars
A federal jury found David DePape guilty on all charges after he attacked Nancy Pelosi's husband Paul with a hammer at the pair's San Francisco townhome last year.
Samuel Haskell Jr's Wife Wanted to Divorce Him But Feared Custody War, Pals Say
Samuel Haskell Jr.'s marriage to Mei Haskell, who is presumed dead along with her parents, was strained in the years leading up to his murder charges, friends claimed.
'Completely Not True': Joe Jonas Not 'Livid' After Seeing Estranged Wife Sophie Turner Lock Lips With Peregrine Pearson: Rep
Joe Jonas was not fuming after seeing Sophie Turner sharing a kiss with British aristocrat Peregrine "Perry" Pearson, despite the claims made in a sensational report.
Ne-Yo's Ex Avoids Potential Jail Time After Woman Accusing Her of Violating Restraining Order Blows Off Court
Ne-Yo's ex-girlfriend Sade Bagnerise avoided possible jail time after the woman who accused her of violating a temporary protective order was a no-show in court.
Tori Spelling's Ex Dean Completes Rehab For Booze and Drug Addiction, Reveals He Was 'Drinking a Fifth of Tequila Every Night'
Tori Spelling's estranged husband, Dean McDermott, spilled all about his addiction battle and crumbled marriage after completing a 40-day stint in rehab.
'Tell Her to Put Some Clothes On': KeKe Palmer's Ex Darius Jackson Shouts At Actress' Mom in Alleged Audio
Explosive alleged audio captured a heated exchange between KeKe Palmer's now-ex Darius Jackson and her mother, Sharon, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Trump Blasts 'World's Most Overrated Celebrity' Kim Kardashian in Tirade Over Prisoners He Commuted
Former president Donald Trump lambasted author Jonathan Karl, dragging Kim Kardashian in the process while shutting down an anecdote in the reporter's new book.
PHOTOS: See Sam Haskell Jr.'s Home Where Cops Found Blood Before Arresting Hollywood Exec's Son For Alleged Murder of His Wife and in-Laws
All is quiet on the home front days after Samuel Haskell Jr. was charged with three counts of murder. RadarOnline.com has obtained new photos of the residence.
Prince Harry's Invictus Games in 'Turmoil' as Two Execs Are 'Dismissed' and Morale Reaches All-Time Low
Prince Harry's Invictus Games have been rocked by the departure of two senior executives and concerns the event will go "well over budget."
Fans Boycotting 'Stranger Things' Season 5 as Lead Star Noah Schnapp Faces Backlash Over Zionism Video
Fans are calling for the boycott of 'Stranger Things' amid backlash over a video of lead actor Noah Schnapp posing with "Zionism is Sexy" stickers.
David DePape Breaks Down While Testifying at Paul Pelosi Assault Trial, Says Former House Speaker Nancy's Husband Wasn't His 'Target'
The man accused of attacking former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband with a hammer last year took the stand during his federal trial, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Adam Johnson Tragedy: Man Arrested on Suspicion of Manslaughter After Brutal Death of Ice Hockey Star
A man has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following an investigation into the death of ice hockey star Adam Johnson, RadarOnline.com has learned.
DJ Paul Oakenfold's Lawyers Drop Him in Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
Record producer and remixer DJ Paul Oakenfold and his legal team are going their separate ways due to a "breakdown" in communications, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Former Child Star Evan Ellingson's Autopsy Complete After Death at 35
Former child star Evan Ellingson's autopsy has been completed and his family has selected a funeral home for his body, RadarOnline.com can report.
Danny Masterson Accused of Failing to Turn Over 10 Firearms, Judge Demands Answers
The judge who oversaw Danny Masterson's rape conviction is demanding answers for what happened to 10 firearms that he was supposed to surrender.
R. Kelly Sues Prison Officials and Blogger Tasha K Over Leaked Personal Info
The disgraced singer has filed a new lawsuit while behind bars, taking legal action against the U.S. government, Bureau of Prisons workers, and blogger Tasha K.
Kim Kardashian's Hairstylist Chris Appleton Files for Divorce From 'White Lotus' Star Lukas Gage, Reveals Ironclad Prenup
Celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton is calling it quits with his husband of six months, Lukas Gage, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Donald Trump's Sister Found Dead in Upper East Side Apartment at 86, No Signs of Trauma
Former president Donald Trump's sister Maryanne was found dead in her Fifth Avenue apartment early Monday, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Rare Sighting: Reclusive Rob Kardashian Spotted at Daughter Dream's Extravagant Spa-Themed 7th Birthday Bash
Rob Kardashian was spotted alongside family while celebrating his daughter Dream's seventh birthday, making a rare appearance in home video.
Sam Haskell Jr.'s Dad Accused of 'Bullying' Miss America Contestants Months Before Son's Arrest For Alleged Murder
Former pageant CEO Sam Haskell Sr. was accused of fostering a toxic culture of misogyny by ex-Miss America contestants months before his son was arrested.
Trump Went 'Ballistic' After Learning Maid Who Cleans His Bedroom Suite Was Asked to Speak With FBI, CNN Reporter Claims
Former president Donald Trump "went ballistic" upon discovering the maid who cleans his private quarters was asked to speak with the FBI, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Trashing Newly Single Rep. Lauren Boebert as a 'W----' to GOP Colleagues: Report
Marjorie Taylor Greene has been trashing rep. Lauren Boebert behind her back to GOP colleagues, according to a sensational report.
'Something is Wrong': Hollywood Exec's Son Samuel Haskell Jr. 'Seemed Off' Prior to Murder Charge, Neighbor Says
The son of a prominent Hollywood executive who was arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the discovery of a woman's torso "seemed off," neighbors said.
Chris Wallace and Christiane Amanpour's CNN Shows Off to Lackluster Start After Lineup Overhaul
Veteran CNN journalist Christiane Amanpour and longtime anchor Chris Wallace's new shows got off to a lackluster start after the network's program lineup overhaul.
KeKe Palmer Files for Full Custody of 8-Month-Old Son Following Darius Jackson Split Rumors
KeKe Palmer is seeking sole legal and physical custody of her 8-month-old son shared with Darius Jackson amid rumors the couple parted ways.
Son of Dolly Parton's Ex-Agent Arrested for Murder After Woman's Dismembered Torso Found Wrapped in Plastic Bag
The son of a well-known Hollywood executive has been booked for murder after the grisly discovery of a woman's dismembered torso in a dumpster.
WATCH: Biden Goes Off on Fox News' Peter Doocy When Asked Why He's Trailing Behind Trump in Battleground States
President Joe Biden was determined to set the record straight when Fox News White House correspondent Peter Doocy asked about Trump's polling lead in battleground states.
Brawls Erupt Outside Gal Gadot's LA Screening of Hamas Terror Attack Atrocities
Police broke up multiple brawls that erupted outside LA's Museum of Tolerance after the screening organized by actress Gal Gadot of a film depicting Hamas' attack on Israel.
Shania Twain's Crew Members Hospitalized After Rollover Bus Crash During 'Queen of Me' Tour
A crew bus and a truck from Shania Twain's tour were involved in a rollover bus crash in Canada, RadarOnline.com has learned.
'Shockwaves of Emotions': L.A. County Sheriff's Department 'Stunned' After 4 Suicides Involving Current and Ex-Employees
The suicides of one retired and three current members within a 24-hour time frame have left the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department in shock.
Family of Final Victim in 130 mph LA Horror Crash Files Wrongful Death Against Nurse Arrested Over Crash
The family of a woman who died alongside her best friend have filed a lawsuit against a traveling nurse accused of causing a fiery multi-vehicle crash in LA.
OnlyFans Murder: Prosecutors Demand Courtney Clenney's Lawyer Be Sanctioned for 'Crossing the Line' With 'Dehumanizing' Remarks About Victim
Prosecutors handling OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney's murder case want the court to slap her lawyer with a hefty fine for "crossing the line" with comments on the victim.
Thomas Ravenel Trashes Ex Kathryn Dennis and 'Losers' Who 'Applaud Her Horrific Behavior' After BravoCon
Former MLB star Thomas Ravenel teared into his ex-girlfriend Kathryn Dennis after her 'Southern Charm' costars said they would like to see her return to the show.
Autopsy for 'Black Panther' Stuntman and His 3 Kids Complete After Tragic Halloween Car Crash
Autopsies for stuntman Taraja Ramsess and his three children who tragically died in a car crash have been completed, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Bam Margera's Ex Reveals She's Living Off Government Assistance in Plea for $15k Monthly Support
Bam Margera's estranged wife disclosed her financial strain while seeking child and spousal support from her ex in newly filed court docs obtained by RadarOnline.com.
Rob Lowe Sued by Ex-Employee for $100k Over Alleged Discrimination
Lowe is facing a six-figure lawsuit from a former lawsuit who claims she was wrongfully terminated after disclosing a health issue, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Trump Slams 'Disloyal' Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds After DeSantis Endorsement
Former president Donald Trump took to Truth Social with a message about Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds after she endorsed Ron DeSantis.
'She Going Crazy': Timbaland Faces Backlash After Saying Timberlake Should Put a 'Muzzle' on Britney Spears Over Memoir
Timbaland came under fire after addressing a question about Justin Timberlake's hit "Cry Me a River" making headlines again due to Britney Spears' memoir.
Taraja Ramsess' GoFundMe Raises $89k After Horror Crash Kills 'Black Panther' Stuntman and 3 of His Kids
A GoFundMe organized to support the devastated family of stuntman Taraja Ramsess has raised nearly half its goal within a week, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Trump Attorney Accuses 'Unhinged' Judge of Trying to 'Silence' Ex-Prez in $250 Million Fraud Trial
Donald Trump's attorney Alina Habba unleashed on Judge Arthur Engoron after a heated day in court.
Prince Harry 'Turned Down' Invite to King Charles' 75th Birthday Party as Wife Meghan 'Plots Comeback'
King Charles III was hopeful that his estranged son, Prince Harry, would join the festivities at his upcoming 75th birthday bash, but Harry turned down the offer.
Angelina Jolie Cut Ties With Father Jon Voight Months Before He Condemned Her Remarks About Israel-Hamas War
Jon Voight shared a new video in which the actor admitted he was "disappointed" with his daughter, Angelina Jolie, after she criticized Israel.
WATCH: Teresa Giudice Yelled at by 'RHONJ' Fan in Awkward Showdown at BravoCon
Drama reached a boiling point when a fan asked Jennifer Aydin about her friendship with Teresa Guidice at BravoCon 2023, RadarOnline.com has learned.
'Summer House' Star Lindsay Hubbard Comes Face-to-Face With Ex-Fiancé Carl Radke at BravoCon
Hubbard reunited with her ex-fiancé Carl at BravoCon, during which both spoke out about their split.
Watch: 'Vanderpump Rules' Star Tom Sandoval Savagely Booed at BravoCon While On Stage With Ex Ariana
'Vanderpump Rules' star Tom Sandoval wasn't feeling the love during his appearance at BravoCon 2023, putting on a brave face while being savagely booed during the event.
Bravo Still Hawking Ramona Singer Merch at BravoCon Despite 'RHONY' Star Being Cut From Event Over Racial Slur Scandal
Singer was axed from BravoCon before the event, but RadarOnline.com has learned they are still selling Singer-themed merchandise.
Andy Cohen Dodges Bethenny Frankel Question at BravoCon in Awkward On-Stage Moment
Andy wasn't feeling it when an overzealous fan was eager to chat about Bethenny and her reality reckoning at BravoCon.