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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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Make Awards Show Debut as Couple at 2024 Golden Globes
Kylie Jenner was a proud supportive girlfriend at the 2024 Golden Globes, beaming at boyfriend Timothée Chalamet while attending their first award show together.2024 Golden Globes Fashion: Hollywood's Biggest Stars Hit the Red Carpet — PHOTOS
Award show season is back with a bang. The biggest celebrities in Hollywood gathered at the Beverly Hilton for the star-studded 2024 Golden Globes.REVEALED: Ex-NFL Star Sergio Brown's Visitor Log as He Awaits Trial on Murder Charge in Mother's Death
Former NFL player Sergio Brown is being held in Cook County Jail as he awaits trial and a visitor log obtained by RadarOnline.com showed 18 since he's been locked up.Pat McAfee Accuses ESPN Exec Norby Williamson of 'Trying to Sabotage' Show After Kimmel-Rodgers Feud
Pat McAfee called out top brass at ESPN, accusing executive Norby Williamson of going the extra mile in an effort to 'sabotage' his show.Gypsy Rose Blanchard Admits She Misses Late Mother Years After Murder, Bawls on Anniversary of Crime
Gypsy Rose Blanchard admitted that she still has love for her abusive mother, Dee Dee, years after plotting to kill her and serving time for helping to plot her murder.Jeffrey Epstein's Ex-Fixer's Offices Burglarized Hours Before First Trove of Unsealed Docs: 'Has to Be a Coincidence'
The Brentwood offices of a renowned Hollywood crisis manager who formerly worked with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein were broken into over the New Year's holiday.Savannah Chrisley Claims Father Todd Is Facing 'Retaliation' in Prison After Speaking Out About Unsafe Conditions
Savannah Chrisley claims her father, Todd Chrisley, is facing intense backlash in prison for speaking out about the unsafe conditions behind bars.Newly Freed Gypsy Rose Blanchard Prohibited From Contacting Jailed Ex Serving Life Behind Bars
Gypsy Rose Blanchard is prohibited from contacting jailed ex Nick Godejohn after being released on parole, RadarOnline.com has learned.'Never Believed They Existed': Jeffrey Epstein's Brother Casts Doubt on Blackmail Tapes and Extortion Claims
Jeffrey Epstein's brother cast doubt on claims the disgraced financier had secretly-recorded tapes that he used to extort his high-profile acquaintances.Sally Fields Claims Ex Burt Reynolds Was Jealous of Her Stardom, Couldn't Handle the 'Buzz' Ahead of Award Night
Sally Field claimed that her ex Burt Reynolds let envy get the best of him as her star was on the rise, detailing how he was 'not happy' with her career buzz in her new book.'The View' Mocks Fox News Over Coverage of Green Day's Anti-MAGA Lyrics: 'You Are the Machine They're Raging Against'
Fox News was put on blast for their coverage of Green Day's anti-MAGA lyrics during a New Year's Eve performance by the ladies of 'The View.''They Chose to Do a Ripoff': Mary Kay Letourneau's Ex-Husband Slams 'May December' Filmmakers for Never Approaching Him
Mary Kay Letourneau's ex-husband, Vili Fualaau, called out the filmmakers of 'May December,' with a plot loosely based on their relationship past.'Outrageous Conduct': Trump Argues Jack Smith Should Be Held in Contempt and Pay Attorney Fees in Jan. 6 Case
Former president Donald Trump's lawyers are demanding that special counsel Jack Smith be held in contempt, claiming his team violated a stay order issued by the judge.Danny Masterson's Ex Bijou Phillips Jets Off to Bahamas for 'Much-Needed' Getaway as Disgraced Actor Rots in Prison
Bijou enjoyed some fun in the sun shortly after the actor was transferred to prison.Outgoing Harvard President Claudine Gay to Retain Six-Figure Salary After Resignation
Outgoing Harvard president Claudine Gay will still be bringing home a handsome salary as a member of the university staff, RadarOnline.com has learned.Britney Spears Working on New Album 8 Years After Last Record, Charli XCX Writing Tracks
Britney Spears is ready to put pen to paper and write music for her long-awaited 10th studio album, RadarOnline.com has learned.Shaquille O'Neal Sued by Ex-Employee Who Claims NBA Legend and Production Company Stiffed Him
Former NBA star Shaquille O'Neal and his Jersey Legends Productions have been sued by a former employee who claims he was stiffed, RadarOnline.com has learned.'Southern Charm' Star Madison LeCroy's Father Ted Dies: 'My Forever Superhero'
'Southern Charm' star Madison LeCroy is mourning the loss of her father, Ted LeCroy, after announcing his death just hours before ringing in the new year.Sen. Bernie Sanders Calls on Congress to Cut Off Funding to Israel: 'Let Me Be Clear, NO MORE'
Sen. Bernie Sanders came out swinging against emergency financial aid for Israel in a lengthy statement on Tuesday.'Will Be the Most Boring in Modern History': GOP Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Trashes CNN After Debate Exclusion
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy blasted CNN and their upcoming Jan. 10 debate, detailing his backstory on the network's 'shenanigans.'Erika Jayne's Estranged Husband Tom Girardi Found Competent to Stand Trial
'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' star Erika Jayne's husband, Tom Girardi, will have to go before a jury after being found competent to stand trial.'Black Panther' Stuntwoman's GoFundMe Raises Thousands After She Was Injured in Hit-and-Run
Marvel star Carrie Bernans is being hospitalized after a horrific hit-and-run that injured nine in New York City at 1:30 a.m. Monday, RadarOnline.com has learned.'Bachelorette' Star Rachel Lindsay's Husband Files for Divorce and Demands Spousal Support After NYE Split
'The Bachelorette' star is going into the new year as a single woman after her husband filed for divorce.Steve Bannon Predicts 'Big Fight' Over Trump's Running Mate: 'They're Going to Try to Force Nikki on the Ticket'
Former president Donald Trump's ex-aide Steve Bannon predicted there will be a tug of war over the idea of Nikki Haley becoming his 2024 running mate.Tupac Shakur Suspect is Too Dangerous to Be Released From Jail Ahead of Trial, Prosecutors Argue
Prosecutors are taking a firm stance after Tupac Shakur's alleged killer, Duane "Keefe D" Davis, requested to be released ahead of his trial.'Basketball Wives' Star Brittish Williams Rings in 34th Birthday Days Before Scheduled Prison Surrender
Brittish celebrated her 34th birthday with loved ones in a final hoorah before she checks into prison.Ex-'Bachelor' Host Chris Harrison Dishes on 'Tumultuous' Exit From Franchise: 'I Don't Wish It on Anybody'
Chris Harrison revealed his former hosting gig with 'The Bachelor' once felt like a dream come true, changing his family's lives before it evolved into a "toxic situation."Kathy Griffin Files for Divorce From Husband Randy Bick Days Before 4-Year Wedding Anniversary
Kathy Griffin pulled the plug on her marriage to husband Randy Bick just days before the couple's four-year wedding anniversary.Newly Freed Gypsy Rose Blanchard's Reveals Plan to Have Children After Serving 8 Years Behind Bars
Gypsy says she fears having to talk to her children about the ordeal with her mother.LA Horror Crash: Kaiser and AMN Healthcare Services Deny Fault in Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Traveling Nurse Charged Over 130 MPH Fatal Collision
Attorneys for Kaiser and AMN Healthcare denied fault in new court docs weeks after the family of a woman who died in a multi-vehicle crash filed a wrongful death lawsuit.'Didn't Offer Me That Grace': Ousted CNN Host Don Lemon Blasts Nikki Haley Over Civil War Remarks After 'Past Her Prime' Drama
Former CNN host Don Lemon called out presidential candidate Nikki Haley for seeking "grace" over a "poor choice of words" when she didn't give him the same respect.Hunter Biden Meets With Lawyer Over Holidays as Biden Family Heads to Caribbean for New Years
Scandal-plagued first son Hunter Biden remained in California over the holidays as his loved ones traveled to the Caribbean for a final getaway before the new year.Chris Rock and Amber Rose Spark Romance Rumors After Stepping Out in NYC
Chris Rock and Amber Rose stepped out in the Big Apple together one day after Christmas, sending the rumor mill into overdrive.Lance Bass Teases Hopeful *NSYNC Reunion: 'We Are Talking About It'
It looks like *NSYNC fans may no longer have to say bye, bye, bye to their dreams of the band launching a reunion tour.Presidential Candidate Nikki Haley Faces Backlash Over Refusal to Cite Slavery as Cause of Civil War
Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is facing blistering backlash after refusing to mention slavery when asked what caused the Civil War.'Only One Objective in Life': Tucker Carlson Commends 'Menace to Society' George Floyd for Having Kids
Axed Fox News personality Tucker Carlson is facing criticism over a controversial Q&A segment in which he brought up George Floyd, RadarOnline.com has learned.Mariah Carey's Ex Bryan Tanaka Breaks Silence on 'Amicable' Split After 7 Years
Rumors have been swirling that Mariah Carey split from her longtime boyfriend, Bryan Tanaka, and he finally confirmed the news in a statement.'Yoko Swifto': Taylor Trolled After Consoling Brittany Mahomes Over Chiefs Loss
Bitter social media users are comparing Taylor Swift to John Lennon's wife, Yoko Ono, who was famously blamed for The Beatles splitting up.Charlie Sheen's Neighbor Charged with Felony Assault After She's Accused of Attempting to Strangle Actor
Charlie Sheen's neighbor has been charged with one count of assault by means of force likely to produce great bodily injury after she allegedly tried to hurt the actor.Melania Trump Reaches Deal With Donald to Step Up Public Appearances Ahead of 2024 Election: Report
Melania Trump is ready to step into the spotlight for a potential second Trump presidency should he win the 2024 race, RadarOnline.com has learned.'Crown' Star Dominic West Says Prince Harry Never Spoke to Him Again After He Dished About Duke Drinking From Prosthetic Leg at Press Conference
'The Crown' actor Dominic West recalled an ambitious trip he took with Prince Harry more than a decade ago, revealing they had a falling out after his press conference.Cardi B, Ex Offset Sued for 'Significant Property Damage' to Luxe Rental Home and Unpaid Rent
Cardi B and Offset are being dragged to court by a landlord who claims the rap megastars owe him money for unpaid rent, utility fees, and property damage.Utah Mom-to-Be Killed, Husband's Leg Amputated After Horror Crash on Way to Tell Families Baby News Over Holidays
A young mom-to-be from Utah and her husband were traveling home for the holidays not knowing that would be their last moments together, RadarOnline.com has learned.A$AP Rocky Begs for Defamation Lawsuit Filed by Ex-Friend Be Put on Hold Until Criminal Case Is Resolved
The rapper says he needs to focus on the criminal case and not the civil lawsuits brought by his ex-friend.Georgia Mom Lindsay Shiver Granted Return to U.S. for Christmas After Alleged Plot to Kill Husband, Must Wear Ankle Monitor
Lindsay Shiver, the Georgia mom of three accused of conspiring to kill her estranged husband in the Bahamas, will be ringing in the Christmas holiday with her children.Nick Hogan Pleads With Judge to Modify Bond in DUI Case to Allow Him to DJ at Bars
RadarOnline.com has learned Hulk Hogan's son entered a not guilty plea in court.Keke Palmer's Ex Darius Jackson Files for Restraining Order After Accusing Her of Abuse
Keke Palmer's ex Darius Jackson wants the actress to be required to stay 100 yards away from him, accusing the mother of his child of abuse while requesting a TRO.Cop-Gone-Wild Scandal: Ex-Officer Sues City for $3 Million, Alleges 'Racial Prejudice' Got Him Fired While White Colleagues Stayed on Force
Former La Vergne police officer Lewis Powell claims he lost his job due to "racial prejudice" while his white colleagues got to remain on the force.'Cash Flow Isn't Flowing': Kanye West's 'Shaky Finances' Among Factors That Led to Sale of $57 Million Malibu Pad: Report
Kanye West's "shaky finances" contributed to his decision to sell his $57 million Malibu beachfront abode for a loss, RadarOnline.com has learned.'Dukes of Hazzard' Star John Schneider Accuses Biden of Treason: 'Should Be Publicly Hung, Your Son Too'
'Dukes of Hazzard' star John Schneider has swiftly deleted a tweet accusing President Biden of treason, declaring he should be 'publicly hung.'
