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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EXCLUSIVES Courtney Clenney Murder Case: Prosecutors Livid Over Documentary Ahead of OnlyFans Model's Trial
Prosecutors are demanding for OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney's lawyer to stop talking about the case before she goes to trial on a second-degree murder charge.OMG! Rebel Teen: Ben Affleck's Daughter Seraphina Flaunts Daring Pink Buzz Cut on Family Outing With J Lo's Daughter Emme
New hair, don't care. Ben Affleck's 15-year-old daughter, Seraphina, debuted a daring pink buzz cut while on a family outing with J Lo's daughter, Emme.Celebrity 'Suits' Stars Patrick J. Adams and Gabriel Macht Say Meghan Markle Is Ghosting Them Despite Show's Streaming Success
'Suits' stars Patrick J. Adams and Gabriel Macht said they both have not spoken to Meghan Markle in recent weeks despite the show's renewed streaming success.REALITY TV '1000-Lb. Sisters' Star Tammy Slaton 'Happier Than Ever' With New GF After Late Husband Caleb's Death
'1000-Lb. Sisters' star Tammy Slaton is going strong with a new girlfriend named Andrea months after her late husband Caleb Willingham's sudden death.TRUE CRIME '0 to 100': Courtney Clenney's Tirades Fueled by Drugs Supplied by Late BF, OnlyFans Model's Friend Claims
OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney had a reputation for getting rowdy when she was under the influence, according to a fellow industry star.TRUE CRIME Rebecca Grossman Murder Trial: Officer Testifies He Warned Socialite About Speeding Years Before Fatal Car Crash Killing Two Boys
Jurors heard from a California Highway Patrol Officer this week at the trial of socialite Rebecca Grossman, who is accusing of killing two young boys in a car crash.EXCLUSIVES REVEALED: '1000-Lb. Sisters' Star Tammy Slaton's Late Husband Died From Complications of 'Super Morbid Obesity'
'1000-Lb. Sisters' star Tammy Slaton's late husband Caleb Willingham's official cause of death was complications of super morbid obesity that developed over the course of years.TRUE CRIME Cyndi Lauper's Son Arrested After Being Caught With Gun and Drugs Nearby Harlem Shooting: Police
Music legend Cyndi Lauper's son landed himself in hot water after he was allegedly caught with a gun and drugs in the proximity of a nearby shooting in New York's Harlem.NEWS Jonathan Majors and Girlfriend Meagan Good 'Inseparable' as Actor's Exes Come Forward With Abuse Allegations
Jonathan Majors and his girlfriend, Meagan Good, have been "inseparable" while living together in New York City, RadarOnline.com has learned.EXCLUSIVES Under Oath: OnlyFans Model Courtney Clenney's Reveals New Witnesses to Be Called as Part of Defense in Murder Trial
OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney has presented four new witnesses to the court as she prepares to fight a second-degree murder charge for the death of her boyfriend.POLITICS Special Counsel Declines to Charge Biden Over Classified Docs, Claims President Portrayed Himself as ‘Elderly Man With Poor Memory’
An eagerly-anticipated report from Special counsel Robert Hur was released today declining to charge President Joe Biden for his handling of classified documents.NEWS NFL Star DeSean Jackson Files for Full Custody of Sons, Claims Ex Has 'Abandoned' Kids and 'Brainwashed' by a 'Cult'
NFL star DeSean Jackson is seeking full custody of his two sons shared with ex Kayla Phillips, RadarOnline.com has learned, claiming she only saw the boys "twice" last year.NEWS Poppy Harlow Future at CNN 'Uncertain' as She Continues Negotiations After Being Dumped From Morning Show, Co-workers Disdain Exposed
Sources say CNN employees are not huge fans of Poppy and aren't concerned about her leaving the network.POLITICS Bombshell Confession: Rudy Giuliani Testifies Donald Trump's 2020 Campaign and RNC Owe Him $2 Million
Rudy Giuliani testified for the first time about his money woes after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on the heels of a nearly $150m defamation judgment against him.POLITICS Biden Mistakenly Claims German Chancellor Who Died in 2017 Was at 2021 Summit in President's Latest Gaffe
President Joe Biden mistakenly recalled a conversation with a European leader who had died years earlier during a series of fundraisers in New York.POLITICS Final Countdown: GOP Frontrunner Trump Could Receive Verdict in D.C. Criminal Case Days Before Election
Donald Trump could receive a verdict in his Washington D.C. case over his alleged attempts to subvert the 2020 election right at a pivotal point in his campaign.NEWS Tucker Carlson May Face Sanctions Over Controversial Sit-Down With Putin in Moscow: Report
Ousted Fox News host Tucker Carlson's interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin has already been taped.POLITICS 'What a Dangerous Game': MSNBC's Joe Scarborough Trashes Tucker Carlson Ahead of Putin Interview
MSNBC co-host Joe Scarborough fired back at ex-Fox anchor Tucker Carlson's accusation about Western journalists after announcing he will be interviewing Putin.Scandals Chrisean Rock Sued Over Alleged Assault That Left Tamar Braxton's Backup Singer With Broken Teeth and Cuts on Face
Reality TV star Chrisean Rock is being sued months after she allegedly assaulted James Wright Chanel, background singer to Tamar Braxton.POLITICS President Biden Appears to Forget Name of 'Hamas' When Asked About Ongoing Hostage Negotiations
President Joe Biden seemingly drew a blank when he spoke about the ongoing hostage negotiations during a press conference on Tuesday, RadarOnline.com has learned.GOSSIP 'Yellowstone' in Jeopardy as Stars Demand Per-Episode Raises and to Be Featured Before Matthew McConaughey in Credits: Report
The stars of 'Yellowstone' are saddling up to find out where they really stand with the show's producers after asking for a raise to appear in the spinoff.Celebrity Angus Cloud's Personal Assistant Sues Late Actor's Estate for $310k Over Alleged Unpaid Commission
A personal assistant who worked for Angus Cloud prior to his untimely death has filed a lawsuit against the actor's estate seeking $300k in alleged unpaid wages.TRUE CRIME Macy Gray's Son Accused of Abusing Singer in Shocking Restraining Order Plea
Singer Macy Gray's daughter obtained a temporary restraining order against her brother, Tracy Melvin Hinds, who she alleged has been abusive on multiple occasions.NEWS Prince William Has 'No Plans' to Meet With Estranged Brother Harry in U.K. Despite King Charles III's Cancer Diagnosis
Prince William has yet to carve out any time to reunite with his estranged brother, Prince Harry, who is traveling to the UK on the heels of King Charles' cancer diagnosis.TRUE CRIME OnlyFans Model Courtney Clenney Threatened to Burn Down 18-Year-Old's Home in Bizarre Drunken Encounter After BF's Death: Police Report
Courtney Clenney, the OnlyFans model facing a second-degree murder charge, allegedly propositioned an 18-year-old to kiss her during a bizarre drunken encounter.NEWS Meghan Markle's Estranged Dad Speaks Out About King Charles' Cancer Battle Ahead of Harry's UK Trip
Meghan Markle's estranged dad, Thomas Markle, sent well wishes to King Charles after learning of his cancer diagnosis, RadarOnline.com has learned.POLITICS Trump's Ex-White House Advisor Kellyanne Conway Says Tim Scott Ticks 'A Lot of the Boxes' for VP
Donald Trump's 2016 campaign manager, Kellyanne Conway, threw some names into the hat for the GOP frontunner's future vice president.GOSSIP Queen Camilla's Pledge: Devoted Royal to 'Step Up' Public Duties as Cancer-Stricken Charles Focuses on Recovery
Queen Camilla plans to tend to King Charles and step up her royal duties amid the monarch's health crisis, RadarOnline.com has learned.GOSSIP WATCH: Ex-Adult Film Star Lisa Ann Cuffed and Dragged Out of Matt Rife's Comedy Show for Allegedly Using Phone
Former adult film star Lisa Ann was looking forward to a night of laughs at comedian Matt Rife's comedy show but ended up being dragged out of the event in cuffs.Celebrity Bob Saget's Widow Kelly Rizzo Moves On With Actor Breckin Meyer 2 Years After Late Comedian's Shocking Death
Bob Saget's widow, Kelly Rizzo, went public with her new boyfriend, actor Breckin Mayer, two years after her late husband Bob Saget's shocking death.OMG! 'Her Career is One Long Scam': 'The Bear' Star Ayo Edebiri Dissed Jennifer Lopez's Singing Before Joint 'SNL' Gig
Ayo Edebiri rubbed shoulders with Jennifer Lopez for a promo ahead of the duo's appearance on Saturday Night Live, looking friendly with the singer she once dissed.GOSSIP 'Euphoria' Star Sydney Sweeney's Claim She Worked as Universal Tour Guide Questioned By Ex-Staffer
Fans of 'Euphoria' star Sydney Sweeney believe she fibbed about being a former tour guide for Universal Studios on her road to fame, RadarOnline.com has learned.EXCLUSIVES WATCH: Robin Thicke Rocks The House With Performance at Private Work Party
Robin Thicke got the crowd dancing with a live performance of his chart-topping hits at a private party for Bilt Rewards, RadarOnline.com can report.NEWS Jailed Rapper Blueface Hit With Arrest Warrant in Las Vegas for Alleged Probation Violation
Legal problems are stacking up for rapper Blueface, who is wanted for arrest in Las Vegas by a judge who issued a bench warrant for an alleged probation violation.Celebrity Book Revelations: Elizabeth Taylor Was Living in Filth Before Catching Malta Fever During 'Cleopatra' Filming
Elizabeth Taylor's life may have looked glamorous from afar, but those close to her said she was living in filth and dealing with health issues after landing the role of Cleopatra.NEWS Congressman Faces Backlash for Suggesting Migrants Charged With Cop Beating Should Be Tossed From Helicopters
Rep. Mike Collins is facing backlash for his response to a photo of an undocumented migrant who was arrested alongside four others for assaulting two NYPD officers.Scandals 'No Evidence a Crime Was Committed': Senate Staffer Evades Criminal Charges After Explicit Tape Leaked
The U.S. Capitol Police have officially closed a probe into an explicit video of two men having sex inside a Congressional hearing room.NEWS 'Killers of the Flower Moon' Producer's Wife Takes Her Own Life by Leaping From Hotel Balcony
Bradley Thomas, a producer of the Oscar-nominated film Killers of the Flower Moon, is mourning the tragic and sudden loss of his wife, Isabelle, who has died by suicide.EXCLUSIVES LaKeith Stanfield and Wife Sued by Travel Nanny Over Alleged Unpaid Wages
LaKeith and his wife, Kasmere Trice, have been hit with a lawsuit from a travel nanny who claims she got stiffed after a week of work caring for the couple's infant.NEWS 'It Wasn't Genuine': Parents of Social Media Victim Slam Mark Zuckerberg's Apology
Robert and Rose Bronstein, grieving parents whose son died by suicide after being cyberbullied, said the apology given by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg was insincere.TRUE CRIME Host of Kansas City Chiefs Watch Party Checks Into Rehab After Losing 3 Friends Under 'Extremely Tragic' Circumstances
The man who hosted a Kansas City Chiefs watch party leading up to the tragic death of his three friends has checked into rehab, RadarOnline.com has learned.EXCLUSIVES REVEALED: Ex-NFL Star Sergio Brown Loads Up on Snickers, Ramen and Flamin' Hot Cheetos While Behind Bars on Murder Charge
Sergio Brown is stocking up on clothing, food and miscellaneous items while holed up at the Cook County Jail on charges of first-degree murder and concealment of a body.GOSSIP Patrick Mahomes' Wife Brittany Trolled for 'High Horse' Attitude and 'Finger Twirl' Toward Stadium Employee
A video of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany, leaving the stadium has garnered interest and not because the team is Vegas bound.POLITICS Ilhan Omar Slams House Republican for Calling Rep. Cori Bush 'Loud' and Her Husband a 'Thug'
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) tore into House Republican Troy Nehls for advising Rep. Cori Bush to "tone down" her "radical" remarks.TRUE CRIME OnlyFans Model Courtney Clenney's Parents Arrested for Potential 'Evidence Tampering' in Daughter's Murder Case: Report
Courtney Clenney's parents, Kim and Deborah, have found themselves in hot water as their daughter prepares to fight her murder case.POLITICS John Fetterman's Wife Walking Away From Social Media After Relentless Backlash Over His Pro-Israel Stance
Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman's wife Gisele took a hiatus from social media after being relentlessly mocked by keyboard warriors over his pro-Israel stance.Celebrity Taylor Swift's BF Travis Kelce to Skip Grammys Due to 'Strict' Schedule Leading Up to Super Bowl LVIII: Sources
Taylor Swift's NFL beau, Travis Kelce, won't be rubbing elbows with Hollywood's elite at this weekend's Grammy Awards, but not because he doesn't want to be there.POLITICS Trump Lawyer Backs Off Claim That Judge Overseeing E. Jean Carroll Defamation Trial Had Conflict of Interest
Donald Trump's lawyer Alina Habba said that she was not trying to make any fresh allegations when she voiced her concerns about a potential conflict of interest.POLITICS 'Sad and Pathetic': MSNBC's Joe Scarborough Slams GOP 'Cowards' for Border Bill Flip-Flop
MSNBC's Joe Scarborough called out the House Republicans who are now on a mission with former president Donald Trump to sink the bipartisan border deal.REALITY TV Tom Sandoval Accuses Ex Ariana Madix of Being 'Petty' for Not Accepting His $3.1 Million Buyout Offer on House
Tom Sandoval griped about his ex Ariana Madix turning down his cash offer of $3.1 million to buy out the house they once shared, claiming it's a "petty" move.