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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8 Men Claim They Were Drugged, Kidnapped at Atlanta Bars Before Bank Accounts Were Depleted
Eight men believe they may have been targeted while enjoying a night out in Atlanta, RadarOnline.com has learned.Pump The Brakes: Trump Attempts to Delay NY Hush Money Trial Until After Supreme Court Ruling on Presidential Immunity
Donald Trump's legal team filed a motion seeking to delay the start of his New York criminal trial until the U.S. Supreme Court rules on presidential immunity, RadarOnline.com has learned.Former Mar-a-Lago Employee Who Unknowingly Moved Classified Docs Breaks Silence, Says He Had No Idea They Contained National Secrets
A longtime Mar-a-Lago staffer detailed how he unwittingly helped a personal aide to Donald Trump deliver boxes of classified information to the former president's plane in June 2022.'Wild': North West Unveils Controversial Album Title 'Elementary School Dropout' During Kanye's Show
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian's eldest daughter, 10-year-old North, announced her debut album and its title which has sparked backlash amongst critics, RadarOnline.com has learned.Photoshop Faux Pas: Rumors Swirl That Kate Middleton's Face in Mother's Day Portrait Was Edited in From Old Cover Shot
Kate Middleton has remained out of the spotlight since undergoing abdominal surgery, but reemerged on Monday while leaving Windsor Castle with Prince William.Al Pacino's Oscars Blunder: 'Scarface' Icon, 83, Sparks Concern After Bypassing Best Picture Nominees to Announce Winner
Al Pacino skipped over the nominees and went straight into announcing the winner during his now-infamous blunder at the 2024 Academy Awards.Going Public? 'General Hospital' Star Steve Burton's Ex-Wife Seemingly Unveils New Man After Finalizing Divorce
'General Hospital' star Steve Burton's ex-wife Sheree Gustin appeared to have given a glimpse at the new man in her life in a video that went unnoticed, RadarOnline.com has learned.'Basketball Wives' Star Draya Michele, 39, Announces She's Expecting Baby Girl With 22-Year-Old NBA BF Jalen Green
'Basketball Wives' star Draya Michele is expecting her third child, and first with NBA star Jalen Green.Kim Zolciak's Ex Kroy Biermann Questions if She's Ever Used Cheating Sites, Demands Answers on Gifts From Potential Lovers
Kim Zolciak's estranged husband Kroy Biermann put the former Bravolebrity in the hot seat, grilling his ex about whether or not she entertained potential lovers in the wake of their split.Bidding War Erupting Over Damon Dash's Interest in Roc-A-Fella Records After He Loses Ownership in Court
Two rappers hailing from New York have expressed their desire to buy after Damon Dash was ordered to sell his shares of Roc-A-Fella Records for allegedly refusing to pay a judgment.'Hyper-Caffeinated, Angry Old Man': Sean Hannity Trashes President Biden's State of the Union Speech
Fox News host Sean Hannity said it was tough to watch President Joe Biden "overcompensating" during his State of the Union address on Thursday night.Farrah Fawcett's Friend Outraged Ryan O'Neal 'Got What He Wanted' by Being Buried Next to Late 'Charlie's Angels' Star
A friend of the late Farrah Fawcett said it's a shame that her longtime lover Ryan O'Neal was buried alongside her in LA as she always wished to be cremated in Texas.'No Money': Wendy Williams' Ex-Husband Demands to See Her Bank Records After Mediation Judge Says She's Broke
Former talk show host Wendy Williams' ex-husband, Kevin Hunter, demanded to see her financial records in newly revealed divorce filings.Jacky Oh's Death: GoFundMe to Raise $1 Million to Save Home Deleted After D.C. Young Fly Took 'Swift Action' to Have It Pulled Down
A crowdfunding page asking for donations to save the late Jacky Oh's home from foreclosure months after her shocking death has been removed, RadarOnline.com has learned.Prince Harry Reached Out to Estranged Brother William Before U.K. Visit to See Cancer-Stricken Father Charles, Royal Family 'Torment an Open Sore'
Prince Harry was hopeful to reunite with his estranged brother, Prince William, when he jetted over to the United Kingdom to visit their ailing father, King Charles, amid his cancer treatments.Too Soon? 'Sister Wives' Star Janelle Brown to Reunite With Ex Kody to Film 'Aftermath' of Son Garrison's Tragic Death for Season 19: Report
The aftermath of Garrison Brown's tragic death will be shown during season 19, RadarOnline.com has learned.'For the Good of Our Country': Trump Challenges Biden to Debate 'Anytime, Anywhere' Ahead of Election
Former President Donald Trump implored President Biden to debate him for the good of the American people in a new Truth Social post shared today, RadarOnline.com has learned.'He Appeared Fine': Late 'Sister Wives' Star Garrison Brown's Grieving Roommates Recall Final Interactions Before His Sudden Death
A police report details the final interactions shared between Garrison Brown and his roommates prior to his apparent suicide at 25.'I Better Not Start': President Biden Sparks Concern With Long Stare, Says He'll 'Get in Trouble' for Answering Reporter Questions
President Joe Biden joked that he would 'get in trouble' for taking questions from reporters at a press briefing after White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre spoke out in his defense.'Sister Wives' Star Garrison Brown Was 'Estranged' From Father Kody Before Shocking Death, Mom Janelle Told Police
'Sister Wives' star Janelle Brown informed police that Garrison had been "estranged" from his father, Kody, after their 25-year-old son died Tuesday from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.POLICE REPORT: 'Sister Wives' Star Janelle Brown and Son Garrison Texted Hours Before He Took His Life, Devastated She Didn't Get Him Help
Janelle Brown told authorities that she had exchanged texts with son Garrison the night before his shocking suicide, according to a police report obtained by RadarOnline.com.REVEALED: 'Sister Wives' Star Garrison Brown Adopted Senior Cat Before His Shocking Suicide
'Sister Wives' stars Janelle and Kody Brown's son Garrison announced that he adopted a pet just days before his shocking death at 25.Casey Anthony Pitches Reality Show About Her Life, TV Exec Says 'Backlash' Would Not Be Worth It
Casey Anthony is eager to document her life on a new reality series more than a decade after being found not guilty of murder in the death of her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee.Revamped: Kanye West's Donda Academy Undergoes Major Changes as Ex-Teachers Fight Rap Mogul in Court
The Christian private school founded by Kanye West has undergone several changes as the rapper rebrands the institution amid ongoing legal drama with two of its former teachers.'16 and Pregnant' Star Sean Garinger Dead at 20 After Freak ATV Accident
Sean Garinger, who appeared on MTV's 16 and Pregnant, has tragically died after a freak accident. He was only 20, RadarOnline.com can confirm.Drake Bell Revealed to Be Ex-Nickelodeon Star Allegedly Sexually Abused by Brian Peck at 15
Former child star Drake Bell is ready to share his story with the world, breaking his silence about sexual abuse he experienced as a 15-year-old child star in a new doc.'Vanderpump Rules' Star Peter Madrigal Claims He Rejected Offer to Appear in Season 11 for Virtually Nothing, Wasn't His Choice to Be MIA
Peter Madrigal explained why he will be MIA on season 11 of 'VPR', revealing that Bravo essentially wanted him to appear on the show for free.WATCH: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Lashes Out at Movie Theater Protestors Demanding She Call Israel's Actions 'Genocide'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez snapped at protestors who confronted her at a Brooklyn movie theater with angry demands for the lawmaker to call Israel's actions in Gaza a "genocide."Spotted: Hailey Bieber's Sister Alaia Looks Glum in First Public Outing Since Arrest for Throwing Used Tampon
Hailey Bieber's sister appeared to go incognito when she stepped out for an afternoon stroll with her family in Los Angeles, marking the first time Alaia Baldwin has been seen since her arrest.Christian Horner Texting Scandal: Geri Halliwell Husband's Accuser REVEALED in 19-Page Investigation With Fresh Allegations Against Motorsport Exec
Christian Horner's accuser has been revealed to be a blonde haired, blue-eyed university graduate who climbed the ranks in motorsports.United Front: Tish Cyrus and Husband Dominic Purcell Reemerge as She 'Spirals' Over Feud With Daughter Noah
Tish Cyrus and Dominic Purcell were spotted grabbing donuts together to kick off the new week, putting on a united front amid rumors of a rift in the family.Kate Middleton's 'Black Sheep' Uncle Warned Not to Spill Family Secrets Ahead of 'Celebrity Big Brother' Debut
Kate Middleton's uncle has been "read the riot act" by her parents ahead of his debut on Celebrity Big Brother amid fears that he could spill family secrets on the reality show.Royal Switchup: Prince William and Princess Anne to Take Over for 'Exhausted' Queen Camilla During Holiday Absence
Queen Camilla is taking time off for some R&R after filling in for her ailing husband, King Charles, amid his cancer treatments, RadarOnline.com has learned.'Riddled With Falsehoods': Katie Holmes NOT Desperate for Money After Annual $400k Child Support From Tom Cruise Ends, Says Lawyer
A rep for Katie Holmes tells RadarOnline.com exclusively that she is not stressing over her finances and how to reinvent herself now that her child support payments will be ending.'Not a Typical Accident': Death of Mitch McConnell's Sister-in-Law Under 'Criminal Investigation'
The shocking death of Foremost Group CEO Angela Chao, sister-in-law to Mitch McConnell, is under "criminal investigation" due to the bizarre circumstances.Still Going Strong: Cher Steps Out With Much-Younger BF Alexander 'AE' Edwards After Drama With Estranged Son
Cher and Alexander "AE" Edwards put their best fashion foot forward while stepping out together in Paris after her family drama made headlines.Rep. Lauren Boebert's Son, 18, Made Explicit Tape With Criminal Accomplice: Police Affidavit
Rep. Lauren Boebert's 18-year-old son, Tyler, allegedly made a sex tape with one of his fellow suspects and distributed the sex tape to another person in their age group.Autopsy Shocker: Pippa Middleton's Ex Thomas Kingston Allegedly Took His Own Life
Thomas Kingston died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, RadarOnline.com has learned.Cha-Ching: Rihanna Arrives in India to Perform at Billionaire Heir's 3-Day Pre-Wedding Celebration With Extensive Dress Code and Guest List Including Bill Gates
Rihanna has touched down in Gujrat, India, ahead of what will surely be one of the largest events of the new year.Hunter Biden Testifies He Was 'High or Drunk' When He Used Father's Name in WhatsApp Message to Chinese Associate, Denies Shady Business
Embattled first son Hunter Biden stood firm in his stance that he has never involved his father, President Joe Biden, in any of his business decisions while testifying at a closed-door hearing on Wednesday.Judge Rules Diddy's Sexual Assault Accuser Will Have to Reveal Her Identity in Federal Lawsuit
A judge has determined the woman suing Diddy for alleged sexual assault must reveal her identity if the case proceeds.Shocking Footage: Outraged Parents Confront Organizer of Disastrous Willy Wonka Event With Claims 'You've Scammed Children'
Furious parents gave a piece of their mind to the organizer of a nearly $45-a-ticket Willy Wonka event in Glasgow, accusing the man of scamming children while demanding a refund.Kanye West Publicly Demands Ex-Wife Kim Kardashian Take Their Kids Out of LA Private School: 'Fake for Celebrities Used by The System'
Kanye West took to Instagram with a public plea for ex-wife Kim Kardashian to take their children out of the local private school they attend.'Doing Well': Kate Middleton's Rep Shuts Down Swirling Theories About Princess of Wales' Whereabouts After Abdominal Surgery
A rep for Kate Middleton addressed the swirling rumors about her well-being following the Princess of Wales' abdominal surgery in January.RIP: Late Red Sox Pitcher Tim Wakefield's Widow Dies From Cancer Months After His Death
Former MLB player Tim Wakefield's widow has died less than five months after his passing, RadarOnline.com has learned.Texts Exposed: NFL Star Justin Jefferson Slapped With Paternity Lawsuit by Ex-GF Who Alleges He 'Pressured' Her to Get Abortion
NFL star Justin Jefferson and an ex-girlfriend are duking it out in court after she filed a paternity lawsuit seeking healthcare coverage for a child she claims is his, RadarOnline.com has learned.Blissful Final Days: Pippa Middleton's Ex Thomas Kingston Was 'Happy as Ever' at Event Before His Sudden Death
Lady Gabriella Windsor and her husband Thomas Kingston were enjoying what appeared to be just another night on the town just days before his shocking death at 45.ABC News President Slams Trump's Comments on Black People: 'As Racist As They Come'
Kim Godwin told staffers she was taken aback by Trump's recent remarks in a note sent internally following his speech to the Black Conservative Federation.Mugshot: Lauren Boebert's Son, 18, Arrested, Faces 22 Charges After String of 'Vehicle Trespasses and Property Thefts' in Colorado
Rep. Lauren Boebert's oldest son has landed himself in hot water. The 18-year-old was arrested on Tuesday and hit with 22 criminal charges.Tucker Carlson Reveals Lawyers Strongly Advised Him Against Putin Interview, Warned of Potential Arrest
Tucker Carlson revealed that he was warned about the potential implications of interviewing Russian president Vladimir Putin by his legal team.
