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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State Lawyer Tells Judge to Silence Trump Before Former President Celebrates 'Perry Mason' Moment
A lawyer for New York Attorney General Letitia James asked the judge to silence former President Donald Trump during his ongoing civil trial.
REVEALED: Joran van der Sloot's Confessed About Natalee Holloway's Final Moments Long Before Admitting She Was Murdered With a Cinder Block
Joran van der Sloot confessed to murdering teen beauty Natalee Holloway long before the disturbing details about the final minutes of her life were revealed in full.
Jada Pinkett Smith's Pals Frustrated Over Her Two Different 'Narratives' About Marriage to Will, 'Make Up Your F------ Mind'
Friends of Jada Pinkett Smith are hitting the actress with tough love, telling her she needs to "make up her mind" when it comes to her status with husband Will Smith.
Justin Timberlake Distancing Himself From Britney Spears' Memoir as Backlash Grows Over Abortion Claims
Justin Timberlake is focused on family and moving forward, opting not to "concern himself" with claims made in ex Britney Spears' forthcoming memoir.
Alex Murdaugh's Request to Suspend Conviction Appeal Granted as He Seeks New Trial Over Alleged Jury Tampering
Alex Murdaugh's legal team have convinced South Carolina's Supreme Court to pause his conviction appeal while he seeks a re-trial over jury tampering claims.
Kanye West's Performance in Italy Postponed After Backlash Over Rapper's Praise for Hitler
Kanye West was slated to take the stage to perform at the RCF Arena in Reggio Emilia, but his gig set for this week has been postponed.
'RHOA' Star Kim Zolciak Demands Primary Custody, 'Permanent' Child Support From Estranged Husband Kroy Biermann
'RHOA' star Kim Zolciak is demanding primary custody and "permanent" child support from her estranged husband, Kroy Biermann, in newly filed court docs.
Holocaust Survivor Narrowly Escapes Hamas Attack, Heard 'Machine Gun Fire' and Rockets
A Holocaust survivor narrowly escaped the attack in Israel by Hamas gunmen that has drawn comparisons to the "savagery" under the Nazi regime.
'He Repeatedly Told Me I Looked Fat': Britney Spears Recalls Being Body-Shamed by Father Jamie, Encouraged to Lose Weight
Britney Spears is ready to tell her story "without consequences from the people in charge of my life" after being stripped of her freedom.
Miley Cyrus Obtains 3-Year Restraining Order Against Fan With 'Dangerous Obsession'
Miley Cyrus was granted a three-year restraining order against a fan who the pop star fears has a "dangerous obsession" with her, RadarOnline.com has learned.
'Why Would You Be Against Rep. Jim Jordan?': Hannity Team's Email to Republicans Raises Questions
A member of Fox host Sean Hannity's team has been reaching out to GOP lawmakers to ask them directly why they are not supporting Ohio Republican Jim Jordan for the House Speaker role.
Election Conspiracy Case: Judge Places Partial Gag Order on Trump, Will Consider Sanctions 'as May Be Necessary'
Former president Donald Trump has been prohibited from verbally attacking prosecutors, witnesses and court staff involved in his 2020 election conspiracy case.
'Turning a Blind Eye': Gigi Hadid Denounced by State of Israel Over Meme About Palestine Conflict
Gigi Hadid faced criticism from the State of Israel and accusations she is turning a "blind eye" following a meme she shared amid the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Dean McDermott Spotted Holding Hands With Rumored New GF at Welfare Office After Tori Spelling Split
Dean McDermott was spotted holding hands with his rumored new flame during a trip to the welfare office in Los Angeles, RadarOnline.com has learned.
NBA Star Dillon Brooks Embroiled in Custody Battle With Ex-Girlfriend Over Infant Daughter
The mother of NBA star Dillon Brooks' two children has filed for full custody of their infant daughter along with a request for child support.
'They're Kidnapping Me!': Ex-NFL Player Sergio Brown's Meltdown Caught on Camera During Extradition
Ex-NFL player Sergio Brown refused to go with Mexican authorities when they first tried to extradite him to the United States, putting up a fight in a shocking video.
Filmmakers Fire Back at Berry Gordy's $10 Million Lawsuit Over Being Portrayed as a Thug, Putting a Hit Out on Rival
Creators of the 2023 film called 'Spinning Gold' came out swinging against explosive claims made by Motown founder Berry Gordy, who filed a $10 million lawsuit.
'My Daughter Is the Same Age': BBC Reporter Breaks Down After Meeting Young Orphan in Gaza Whose Family Was Killed
A BBC reporter shed tears during a live report from Gaza, revealing he will "never" unsee the horrors he witnessed with his very own eyes.
'Own What You Say': Sean Hannity Blasts 2024 Hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy in Tense Exchange After Criticizing Rival Nikki Haley
Sean Hannity and Vivek Ramaswamy got into a tense dispute after the Fox News personality addressed claims made by the 2024 hopeful in a heated segment.
Patriots Fan's Family Raises $32k as Police Seek Charges Against Three Men Involved in Game Melee Leading Up to His Death
Police are seeking charges against three men who allegedly had a role in a Patriots fan's death as his family raises money to cover unforeseen costs.
'Hamas is ISIS': Israeli PM Shares Gruesome Photos of 'Murdered and Burned' Babies
Graphic photos show Palestinian children wounded in Israeli airstrikes covered in blood while being treated in a Gaza hospital amid the war between Hamas and Israel.
Rudolph Isley Dead at 84: Founding Member of Iconic Music Group Passes Away After Suspected 'Heart Attack'
The music world is mourning the loss of Rudolph Isley, a famed founding member of the singing group, who died at 84, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Elon Musk Facing Sanctions Over Gruesome Videos of Hamas Attacks Being Spread on X
Musk is under fire for the gruesome and disturbing content that emerged on his social network X in the wake of Hamas' attack on Israel Saturday.
Cher Denies Kidnapping Plot Allegations Involving Son, Says Private Family Matter is Related to His Addiction Issues
Cher broke her silence on the abduction allegations involving her son Elijah, claiming they are not true while attributing the private matter to his addiction issues.
Olympic Legend Mary Lou Retton's Family Raises $300k in Just One Day After Revealing Her Severe Health Crisis
Donations have been pouring in for Olympic gold-winning gymnast Mary Lou Retton amid her severe health battle.
Shanquella Robinson's Family Has No Plans to Exhume Her Body 'As of Right Now,' Not Interested in Third Autopsy
Shanquella Robinson's family attorney told RadarOnline.com exclusively why they don't plan to have her body exhumed "as of right now."
Carlee Russell Found Guilty in Kidnapping Hoax Case, Judge Recommends One Year Behind Bars
A municipal court judge found Alabama woman Carlee Russell guilty on two misdemeanor charges, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Lindsey Graham Loses it With CNN's Abby Phillip After She Grills Him Over Call for U.S. Military to Bomb Iran If Hamas Atrocities Escalate
Senator Lindsey Graham and CNN's Abby Phillip had a tense exchange while she questioned his call for the U.S. military to bomb Iran if Hamas continues their attacks.
Former NFL Star Sergio Brown in Custody, Awaits Extradition to Face First-Degree Murder Charges Over Mother's Death
Former NFL star Sergio Brown is now in police custody after being taken in while reentering the United States from Mexico.
'Extremely Hurtful': Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie's Parents Come Face-to-Face for First Time Since Murder-Suicide
Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie's parents came face-to-face for the first time since the vlogger's murder in 2021.
Rep. Lauren Boebert Finalizes Divorce From Ex-Husband Jayson, Will Not Be Changing Name
Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert is now officially single after finalizing her divorce with ex-husband Jayson, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Gymnast Mary Lou Retton 'Fighting For Her Life' in ICU With Rare Form of Pneumonia, Unable to Breathe on Her Own
Former Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou Retton has been privately facing a serious health issue and loved ones are now raising funds to help.
Michael Jackson's Custom-Made Leather Jacket From Iconic Pepsi Commercial Hits Auction Block
Michael Jackson fans will have a hot new item to bid over when his black and white leather jacket worn in a 1984 "Pepsi Generation" ad hits the auction block.
Hamas Killers 'Beheaded Babies' and Gunned Down Families During Kibbutz Massacre
Israeli military forces discovered at least 40 babies who were brutally murdered by Hamas killers in a small kibbutz.
Disturbing Dashcam Video Shows Nova Festivalgoer Being Shot Point-Blank by Hamas Militant While Another Is Dragged Away by the Collar
Shocking dashcam footage shows the chaos that unfolded after Hamas militants infiltrated the Tribe of Nova festival just two miles from the Gaza border.
'Not Giving Up': Shanquella Robinson's Family Urges White House Officials to Push Forward With Extradition Process of American Suspect
The family of Shanquella Robinson are determined to seek justice after she died during a trip to Mexico last October, their attorney Sue-Ann Robinson told RadarOnline.com.
Ex-'GMA' Producer Reaches Settlement With ABC News After Sexual Harassment Allegations
ABC News has settled a lawsuit brought forth by a former 'Good Morning America' producer, RadarOnline.com can confirm.
Sarah Huckabee Sanders Under Fire Over $19k Lectern, Calls For Audit Grow
Sanders found herself at the center of controversy over a $19,000 lectern that can be seen at the State Capitol in Little Rock.
Capitol Rioter 'QAnon Shaman' Supports Trump, Says It's 'Not His Fault' That He Stormed Building
Jacob Chansley, who received one of the longest sentences given to a U.S. Capitol rioter, said he still supports Trump while reflecting on the Jan. 6 attack.
Ariana Grande's Ex-Husband Dalton Gomez Spotted Making Out With Actress Maika Monroe Days After Divorce Is Finalized
Ariana Grande's ex-husband Dalton Gomez was spotted packing on PDA with actress Maika Monroe days after his divorce from the pop star was finalized.
Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper Enjoy Dinner Date After His Ex Irina Moves On With Tom Brady
Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper were spotted on a dinner date, igniting rumors they are in a budding romance after his ex Irina Shayk moved on with NFL star Tom Brady.
NBA Star Lamar Odom Expanding His Empire After Jumping Into Sober Living Business
Lamar Odom is expanding his empire after jumping into the sober living business, RadarOnline.com can exclusively reveal.
Hugh Jackman Dropping 'Bombshells' in Memoir After Shock Split From Wife of 27 Years: 'He's Finally Being Honest With Himself'
Hugh Jackman is known for bringing art to life, but this time will be the other way around. The actor has started writing a memoir after his divorce filing.
Kanye West Files for 'YEWS' Trademark for Clothing, Restaurants and More After Antisemitic Controversy: Report
It appears Kanye West is ready to take his global brand in a new direction. The rapper has reportedly filed new docs to secure trademark rights to the phrase "YEWS."
Slain Pregnant L.A. Model's Body Released to Family After Autopsy Reveals Cause of Death as 'Homicidal Violence'
Maleesa Mooney, a model who was found deceased inside her Los Angeles apartment, was pregnant at the time of her death.
Rare Outing: Arnold Schwarzenegger's Ex-Mistress Mildred Baena Seen Buzzing Around Town After He Admitted to 'F--- Up' in Maria Shriver Divorce
Mildred Baena, a former housekeeper and mistress to action star Arnold Schwarzenegger, was spotted on a rare outing one day after his tell-all interview.
Kris Jenner Heard About Caitlyn's Transition From E! Execs: Ex 'Has Come to Regret' Not Talking to Momager First
Caitlyn Jenner never had a heart-to-heart with ex-wife Kris Jenner about her gender transition. The momager "first found out" from E! network executives.
YouTube Mom Ruby Franke Kicked Husband Out of Home, Only Spoke '3 or 4 Times' Before Felony Child Abuse Charges
YouTuber Ruby Franke who famously gave parenting advice and her business partner, Jodi Hildebrandt, are at the center of a child abuse case that shocked the nation.
Madonna Reemerges in NYC Days Before Celebration Tour Kicks Off in Wake of Life-Threatening Health Scare
Madonna looked healthy and upbeat while enjoying a bike ride in New York City just days before her postponed Celebration Tour is set to begin.
'She Feels Betrayed': Britney Spears 'Furious' After Estranged Dad Jamie Moves into Sister Jamie Lynn's Home Following Failed Rehab Stint
Britney Spears' ailing father, Jamie, has moved into his youngest daughter's new home after another failed stint in rehab, and the pop star is reportedly "furious."