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After 34 Years, E! News Is Cancelled — But Its Legacy Isn’t

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It’s official: after more than three decades on air, E! News has been cancelled. While to some, it’s just another show signing off. To others, it’s the end of an era.

NBCUniversal announced the cancellation this month as part of a broader cost-cutting move across its cable networks. Alongside E! News, the company also pulled the plug on Access Hollywood and Home and Family. But what exactly are we saying goodbye to?

A Show That Understood the Assignment Before It Existed

 

When E! News first aired in 1991, it filled a gap no one else was taking seriously, celebrity news, but with polish and purpose. It wasn’t a tabloid circus. There were no intrusive paparazzi clips, no chaos. Instead, it delivered structured segments, thoughtful interviews, and a format that treated entertainment like it actually mattered.

By the time Giuliana Rancic and Ryan Seacrest became household names, E! News had evolved into something far bigger than a show, it had become part of the cultural fabric, shaping how audiences engaged with fame, fashion, and Hollywood itself.

It was the one place where entertainment, fashion, and celebrity news all came together in a way that was easy to watch and enjoy. From red carpet exclusives to behind-the-scenes looks at Hollywood lives, it helped create an entire genre of entertainment journalism that others would try (and often fail) to replicate.

Why It’s Ending Now

The cancellation wasn’t exactly shocking. Ratings have been in decline. The format started to feel old, especially now that people scroll nonstop and don’t pay attention for long.

Let’s be honest: celebrity news is now on your phone, in your feed, and updated by the second. Twitter breaks the news, TikTok unpacks it, and podcasts provide the commentary. Where E! News once led the narrative, it now struggled to keep up. In 2020, the show went off the air during the COVID-19 shutdowns, and while it returned in 2022 with a fresh format and new hosts, Adrienne Bailon-Houghton and Justin Sylvester, the reboot never fully regained its old momentum. The glossy set, the slower pace, the once-coveted exclusives, they no longer held the same weight in a digital-first, creator-led media landscape.

The cancellation also comes as part of a larger shift in the network’s strategy, prioritizing digital and social content to meet modern audiences where they are. While the nightly show is ending, E! as a brand isn’t disappearing. The network will continue airing its original programming, including Botched Presents: Plastic Surgery Rewind and Honestly Cavallari: The Headline Tour, along with its acquired content.

A Legacy That Outlasts the Show

But here’s the thing: E! News didn’t just report on celebrity culture. It shaped how we see it today. Before there were TikTok clips breaking down Oscar dresses, E! News gave us live red carpet coverage. Before Instagram captions turned into press statements, E! News sat down for the interviews that mattered. It turned entertainment news into something serious like a real, respected part of journalism.

Of course, it wasn’t perfect. Sometimes it leaned too heavily into fluff. Sometimes it got caught in the shallows of fame. But it also tapped into something more important: the cultural value of watching, caring, and connecting through the stories of people in the spotlight.

That’s the legacy. Not the show. Not the logo. But the way it validated that pop culture does matter, because people matter. It gave a structure to celebrity storytelling. It offered tone and timing before we knew what “viral” meant. And even as it fades from the airwaves, you can still feel its fingerprints everywhere, in the way we binge celebrity recaps on YouTube, follow paparazzi breakdowns on Instagram, or dissect drama in Twitter threads. E! News walked so content creators could run.

Conclusion

The cancellation of E! News doesn’t mean the end of celebrity culture. Far from it. If anything, it shows how much it has evolved and how fast the pace has become.

But let’s not pretend like E! News didn’t matter. It was there before red carpets were digital, before everyone became their own media outlet, before “influencer” was a career path. And it did its job with a polish and presence that few shows since have managed to match. So, as we scroll on and stream forward, maybe take a moment to remember the show that made watching stars feel like its own kind of stardom. Not everything needs to go viral to leave a mark.

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Brandy & Monica- Style That Endures

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Brandy and Monica have always been more than music. In the ’90s, they set trends with their looks just as much as with their songs. Decades later, they continue to inspire proving that style and presence don’t fade with time.

Brandy’s box braids became one of her signature looks and influenced many fans in the ’90s. She frequently paired chokers with denim, blending casual pieces with glam accents. The look complemented her soft vocal delivery and approachable image. She looked relatable, but you could tell she was a star.

Monica walked a different path. While Brandy leaned softer, Monica’s looks tended toward the bold. She favored leather jackets, sharp tailoring, and striking silhouettes always presented with confidence. Her looks were strong, unapologetic, and a little rebellious, a fitting reflection to her powerhouse vocals.

Brandy offered the sweetness, while Monica delivered the strength. Together, they showed two sides of ’90s Black girlhood. Today, both women retain that signature energy, now presented with greater maturity. Brandy often favors elegant gowns and tailored suiting. She’s often seen in long gowns or clean-cut suits that show her as a classic R&B star. Monica, on the other hand, keeps things more street and modern, pairing sneakers with designer outfits.

Now, their signature styles are about to take the spotlight again. When “The Boy Is Mine Tour” begins on October 16, 2025, Fans will get to see the energy of two women who shaped the ’90s and see how their presence still feels fresh today. It’s more than a concert; it’s an opportunity to watch Brandy and Monica share a stage, each bringing her own style, sound and story.

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Jaden Smith Named Christian Louboutin’s First Men’s Creative Director

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Christian Louboutin has named Jaden Smith the Maison’s first Men’s Creative Director, appointing him to shape the future of its men’s collections.

For a long time, Smith has lived at the crossroads of fashion, art, and culture, breaking rules with the way he dresses and expresses himself. Now, he’ll bring that same energy into Louboutin’s men’s line, creating four collections each year and building a vision that goes beyond shoes and accessories to include stories, images, and experiences.

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“When I first met Jaden, I saw in him a natural fit for the Maison, his world is rich and multidimensional, his style and cultural sensibility are inspiring and his curiosity and openness are remarkable. I felt that with his creative direction our men’s collection would evolve in an exciting and dynamic way. He feels like the perfect addition to our creative team and I am truly looking forward to having fun working with him on our men’s collections.”

– Christian Louboutin.

The pair first met in 2019 and have maintained a creative dialogue ever since; that longstanding rapport is central to the partnership, according to the Maison’s announcement.

“Merging my vision with Christian’s comes quite naturally because we see the world in a very similar way. There’s a shared respect for creative freedom, and I think that’s why it works. I want to continue the story,honoring the past while shaping the future through my own perspective. It isn’t just a title  it’s a creative home. Christian has given me a place to explore, to learn, and to create freely. His legacy is built on hard work and joy, and I want to carry that forward.”

– Jaden Smith.

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Smith’s debut will be revealed during Men’s Fall/Winter 2026 in Paris; a first look capsule is due in January, with wider in-store availability in May 2026 The men’s business represents roughly 24% of the Maison’s sales and has recently faced declines, per the company and press coverage context that helps explain the appointment.

Whether Smith reshapes the men’s house or refines its existing language, the appointment marks a deliberate move toward culture-driven design at Louboutin.

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Why Rihanna’s Fans Think She and A$AP Rocky Are Having a Baby Girl

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It’s possible that Rihanna won’t be alone in the world for long, the 37-year-old music legend and cosmetics mogul’s fans at least believe it after seeing her post on Instagram. Her fans are certain that she has been giving subtle clues that she is expecting a daughter shortly after having two boys, Riot and RZA, even though she has not disclosed the sex of her third kid publicly.

When Rihanna posted the cover for HOMMEGIRLS Volume 14 on Instagram, rumours started to circulate. Wearing a plaid blouse  and pink cargo trousers, she was spotted posing with her baby bump prominently displayed. “HOMMEGIRLS VOLUME 14 feat. “My next fashion killa,” she said in the caption.

 

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Fans Speculate Rihanna Is Expecting A Girl

Fans who were quick to notice began to speculate that her attire was a pointer to the sex of her third child. The comments were overflowing with some suggesting that Rhianna is expecting her mini-self because of the pink cargo trousers.

One said, “We’re getting a baby girl Fenty.” Another shared, “I so hope this means you’re having a girl. Congratulations.”

Another fan of RiRi asked her, “Tell us baby, is the girl we waiting for??????? ” whereas a different fan exclaimed, “IT’S A GIRL!!!”

 

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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Share Details About the Sex of Their Third Child

The Grammy-winning singer’s fans have long assumed that her third child with lover A$AP Rocky is a girl. Details about their upcoming child were revealed by the pair at the June global premiere of The Smurfs movie in Brussels. Rihanna was questioned about the gender of her unborn child during her red carpet interview with Entertainment Tonight. With slyness, she revealed, “Let’s see if it’s a Smurfette! I don’t know. Could be a Papa Smurf too. Who knows!”

Meanwhile, when Rocky spoke with the same media outlet at the premiere event, he shared a bit more about their third baby’s gender than Rihanna did. When asked if they were expecting a girl, the 36-year-old rapper shared, “It is, man, it is,” before holding up a Smurfette toy, the very character Rihanna voiced for in the upcoming film.

 

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The Fenty Family Future

Rihanna has talked a lot about how much she loves her family, and she appears to be enjoying parenthood just as much as her fashion, cosmetics, and music business.  A$ap Rocky  is very bold about wanting to have even more children.

“We’re going to be like the Wayans family, you know?” he joked, referencing the legendary comedy clan with 10 siblings. “I mean, love is beautiful, and it’s just spreading it.” At this rate, RZA and Riot Rose might not be the only big brothers for long.

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