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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Actor Nick Pasqual Awaits Extradition After Allegedly Stabbing Ex, Hollywood Makeup Artist Facing 'Complications' in Recovery
Actor Nick Pasqual is still awaiting extradition after being charged with attempted murder following accusations that he stabbed his ex Allie Shehorn multiple times.
'Teen Mom' Star Amber Portwood's Fiancé Reported MISSING Weeks After Engagement, Cops Ask for Public's Help to Track Him Down
'Teen Mom' star Amber Portwood filed a missing person report for her new fiancé, Gary Wayt, RadarOnline.com can confirm.
Splitsville: Tory Lanez' Wife Files for Divorce From Imprisoned Rapper, Requests Legal and Physical Custody of Son
Tory Lanez' wife, Raina Chassagne, has filed for divorce after less than a year of marriage, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Socialite Rebecca Grossman Sobs as She's Sentenced to 15 Years to Life for Killing Two Young Brothers in 2020 Hit-and-Run
Socialite Rebecca Grossman wept as she found out her fate for killing two young brothers, ages 11 and 8, in a 2020 hit and run.
REVEALED: TV Doctor Michael Mosley Died of Natural Causes After Mysteriously Vanishing in Greece, Police Say
British television doctor Michael Mosley died of natural causes, according to an initial post-mortem examination which determined he passed away the same day he vanished.
Ivanka Trump Rocks High-Cut Bathing Suit as She Hits the Waves in Florida After Donald's Hush Money Verdict
Ivanka Trump was all smiles while hitting the waves in Florida over the weekend, flaunting her figure in a high-cut bathing suit.
Bombshell First Look: O.J. Simpson FBI Files Reveal Italian Shoe Print Found at Crime Scene Was Large Focus, Rambling Letters Sent to Investigators — PHOTOS
Newly revealed FBI files primarily focused on the 1994 Simpson-Goldman murders reveal how the Bruno Magli shoes worn by the killer became the centerpiece during the "trial of the century."
'She Can't Bear the Idea of Failure': J Lo 'Somber' During Marital Troubles as Husband Ben Affleck Steps Out With Wedding Ring On
Jennifer Lopez is determined to save her marriage to husband Ben Affleck, making compromises after the actor moved out of their $60 million mansion last month.
Kevin Bacon Reveals He Was Burned 'Badly' After Hard-Boiled Egg Exploded in his Mouth While on Road With Band
Kevin Bacon revealed a wild tale about the time he was burned "badly" by a hard-boiled egg heated in a microwave.
'Waited for Hunter to Step Up': First Son's Baby Mama Lunden Roberts Claims President Biden Still Hasn't Met 5-Year-Old Granddaughter
President Joe Biden has yet to meet 5-year-old granddaughter Navy Joan Roberts, his mother, Lunden Roberts, revealed after she won a paternity suit against his son, Hunter, in May 2019.
'General Hospital' Star Johnny Wactor Cremated, Remains Transferred to Grieving Mother in Wake of DTLA Murder
Johnny Wactor's remains were sent to his mother, Scarlett, to be cremated after he was fatally shot in Los Angeles by one of three assailants attempting to steal his car.
Golf Sensation Rory McIlroy's Soon-to-Be Ex-Wife Misses Crucial Deadline in Divorce Battle
Rory McIlroy's estranged wife, Erica Stoll, missed a vital deadline which may allow the court to grant the PGA tour golf star a default divorce, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Less Loot for the Pirate: Johnny Depp Cuts Price of Sprawling Estate in South of France by $12 Million Nearly a Decade After Listing Home
Johnny Depp has slashed the price of his sprawling village-like compound in Plan De La Tour, France, by $10 Million to entice a buyer nearly a decade after putting it up for sale.
'Jersey Shore' Star Angelina Pivarnick Facing Assault and Resisting Arrest Charges, Lawyer Says 'Minor Incident' Was Blown Out of Proportion
'Jersey Shore' star Angelina Pivarnick has been charged with "simple assault, criminal mischief, obstructing the administration of law, and resisting arrest" on June 2, according to reports.
REVEALED: Life-Saving Efforts Made on 'Unlocked' Inmate John 'Eastside' McAllister Before He Was Pronounced Dead at 29
There were life-saving efforts made on inmate John "Eastside" McAllister when he was found "unresponsive" in his bunk at the Randall Williams Correctional Facility in Arkansas.
Up for Grabs? Signs J Lo and Ben Affleck Are Putting Their $60 Million Marital Mansion on the Market
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck may be considering offloading their $60 million mansion as insiders claim their marriage is on the rocks.
Trump's Guilty Verdict 'a Thaw' in Melania and Ivanka's Relationship as Hush Money Conviction Takes a 'Toll' on Embattled Ex-Prez
Donald Trump's family is rallying together following his guilty verdict. Insiders said this includes a "thaw in the sometimes chilly and tense relationship" between Ivanka and Melania.
Megyn Kelly Slams 'Infuriating' Casting of North West in 'Lion King' After 'Nepo Baby' Backlash: 'Not Well Suited for the Role'
Megyn Kelly sounded off about the casting of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's 10-year-old daughter in Disney's The Lion King live-to-film concert
Autopsy Report: 'American Idol' Singer Mandisa's Cause of Death Revealed as 'Complications of Obesity' After Grammy-Winner Died at 47
'American Idol' alum Mandisa's official cause of death has been revealed to be "complications of class III obesity," according to a newly released autopsy report.
'Can't Sugarcoat It': Washington Post in Turmoil as Staff Revolt After Editor's Shocking and Sudden Exit
Former Washington Post editor-in-charge Sally Buzbee's abrupt departure has led to tension in the newsroom.
Rodeo Star Spencer Wright's 3-Year-Old Son Tragically Dies After Being Removed From Life Support: 'This Baby Boy Moved Mountains'
Rodeo star Spencer Wright and his wife, Kallie, said their final goodbyes to their 3-year-old son, Levi, who died after being removed from life support following a toy tractor accident.
Halsey's Secret Health Battle: Singer Announces New Album as She Reveals 'I'm Lucky to Be Alive'
Halsey opened up about her secret health battle while announcing that she has a new album on the way, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Pat Sajak's Daughter Maggie Tears Up Over Dad's 'Wheel of Fortune' Retirement as He Pushes for Grandkids: 'Hint, Hint'
Pat Sajak shared an emotional moment with his daughter Maggie as the two spoke about his retirement from 'Wheel of Fortune' following his June 2023 announcement.
Lauren Boebert Fires Back at Debate Moderator Over Groping Incident, Says She Refuses to Live in 'Shame' During Explosive Exchange
Rep. Lauren Boebert was put in the hot seat about the night she was kicked out of a Denver theater for disruptive behavior and caught on camera groping her date.
Melania Trump's Absence From Courtroom 'Shouldn't be Interpreted as a Lack of Love and Support,' Ex-Prez's Lawyer in Hush Money Case Insists
Melania Trump's absence from the courtroom should not be viewed as a 'lack of love and support' for Donald Trump, according to the former president's lawyer.
MUGSHOT: Woman Pleads Guilty to Fatally Running Over Mourning Mom at Daughter's MS-13 Murder Site After Being Recognized by Trump
Annmarie Drago, a Long Island woman who fatally ran over a mom who was mourning the death of her daughter by MS-13 members, pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide.
Rodeo Star's 3-Year-Old Son Taken Off From Life Support After Toy Tractor Accident: Levi Gave Us 'Time to Find Peace'
Rodeo star Levi Wright and his wife, Kallie, announced their tough decision to take their 3-year-old son off life support two weeks after the toddler fell into a Utah river on his toy tractor.
Michelle Obama's Mom Marian Robinson Dead at 86: Former First Lady Speaks Out, She Was 'My Rock'
Marian Robinson, the mother of former first lady Michelle Obama, has died at the age of 86, RadarOnline.com can report.
'He's Not a Very Healthy Man': Ex-Top Trump Executive Says Guilty Verdict Will put 'Strain' on Trump's Health
A former top Trump executive predicted the guilty verdict will "put a strain" on the Republican presidential candidate's overall well-being.
Amanda Bynes Ditches Short Hair, Returns to Long Platinum 'Do for Rare Outing in Hollywood After 'Quiet on Set' Controversy
Amanda Bynes is known to change up her look, stepping out with long platinum tresses just weeks after debuting a dramatic short hair makeover.
'Triple Threat': Jennifer Lopez Vows to Reinvigorate Her Career as She Fights to Save her Marriage to Ben Affleck
If there is a will, there's a way. That's what friends of Jennifer Lopez are claiming about her intent to reinvigorate her career amid rumors that her marriage to Ben Affleck is on the rocks.
'Teen Mom' Drama Explodes as Jenelle Evans' Ex-Husband Bans Daughter Ensley From Filming Hit MTV Show
Reality star Jenelle Evans' estranged husband, David Eason, is refusing to allow the former couple's 7-year-old daughter from appearing on 'Teen Mom.'
'Sick to my Stomach': Notorious B.I.G.'s Mom Says She Wants to 'Slap the Daylights out of Diddy' After Abuse Video Leak
The Notorious B.I.G.'s mom, Voletta Wallace, revealed she was horrified to learn the allegations against Sean "Diddy" Combs, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Trump Verdict: Ex-President Found GUILTY on All 34 Felony Counts in Hush Money Trial
Former president Donald Trump was found guilty in his criminal trial after prosecutors claimed he falsified business records to hide the reimbursement of a hush money payment.
Chad Daybell Verdict: Doomsday Author Found GUILTY in Triple-Murder Trial, Could Face Death Penalty
Chad Daybell was found guilty of murdering his first wife, Tammy Daybell, and his current wife's two youngest children following a nearly two-month trial, RadarOnline.com has learned.
'Going Through the Motions': J Lo and Ben Affleck's Honeymoon Phase Has 'Worn Off' After Whirlwind Romance Due to High-Paced Lifestyle
The rose-colored glasses are coming off for Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck nearly two years after tying the knot, according to a sensational report.
REVEALED: O.J. Simpson's Six-Figure Tax Debt Could Impact Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman's Families Collecting Multi-Million Judgment
The estate of O.J. Simpson is facing a six-figure tax bill that could impact the judgment he owes to the families of Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Kansas City Chiefs' Isaiah Buggs Facing Two Animal Cruelty Warrants After Malnourished Dogs Were Found During Home Inspection
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs is facing two misdemeanor warrants for second-degree animal cruelty.
Life Behind Bars: Jodi Arias' Work Programs Revealed as Convicted Killer Serves Sentence for Lover's Murder Nearly 16 Years Ago
It was a sordid case that gripped the nation which resulted in the conviction of Jodi Arias, who was sentenced to a life in prison without the possibility of parole.
All Shook Up: Nigerian 'Scam' Ringleader Comes Forward as Mastermind of Presley Graceland Foreclosure Sale
A self-proclaimed "Nigerian scammer" claims to be responsible for the foiled plot to sell Graceland out from under the family of the late Elvis Presley.
Behind the Facade: Sean 'Diddy' Combs Accused of Abusive, Violent Behavior by Ex-Friends, Staffers and Bad Boy Artists
Former friends, staffers, and artists from Sean "Diddy" Combs' Bad Boy label have come forward to accuse the music mogul of abusive and violent behavior behind closed doors.
Johnny Wactor's GoFundMe Raises Nearly $70k Days After His Tragic Death, Fans Praise Actor's Heroic Final Moments
Donations for beloved former soap star Johnny Wactor are skyrocketing in the wake of his tragic death at 37. Nearly $70k has been raised as of Tuesday, RadarOnline.com has learned.
REVEALED: PGA Tour Golfer Grayson Murray's Tragic Suicide From Suspected Carbon Monoxide Poisoning at $800k Home
PGA Tour legend Grayson Murray is believed to have died after filling the garage of his Florida townhouse with toxic fumes, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Lunden Roberts' Bombshell Tell-All About Hunter Biden to Expose Revelations That Could 'Impact' 2024 Election
Lunden Roberts shares never-before-heard details about her tumultuous relationship with first son Hunter Biden in an explosive memoir to be released this fall, RadarOnline.com can reveal.
Justice for Johnny: Police Seek Public's Help to Locate 'General Hospital' Star's Killer as 3 Suspects Remain at Large
Police are asking the public for help after 'General Hospital' star Johnny Wactor was shot dead by catalytic converter thieves.
SPOTTED: Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes' Daughter Suri Looks All Grown Up During Rare Sighting After Celebrating Milestone 18th Birthday
Suri Cruise, the daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, was spotted out and about in the Big Apple during a rare public sighting, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Rodeo Star's 3-Year-Old Son AWAKE After Riding Toy Tractor into River: 'Nothing Short of a Miracle'
Rodeo star Spencer Wright and his wife, Kallie, are praying their three-year-old son makes a full recovery days after he was considered brain-dead, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Family Tragedy: Missouri Politician Ben Baker's Daughter and Son-in-Law Killed in Haiti Gang Attack
Missouri state Rep. Ben Baker revealed that his beloved daughter Natalie and son-in-law David Lloyd III were killed by gangs while doing missionary work in Haiti.
'Take That S--- Outside!' Travis Scott, Tyga and Cher's BF Alexander 'AE' Edwards Involved in Wild Brawl at Cannes After-Party
All hell broke loose at a star-studded Cannes after-party event when an altercation involving rap artists Travis Scott, Tyga, Alexander "AE" Edwards, and 808 Mafia producer Southside erupted, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Ex-Olympic Gymnast Mary Lou Retton Defends Daughters After Fundraiser Backlash: 'They Saved My Life'
Former Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton addressed the relentless criticism her daughters faced after launching a fundraiser campaign amid her battle with pneumonia last fall.