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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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.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.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.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.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.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.'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.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.Brother of Frozen Chiefs Fan Found Dead Alongside Friends Says One Was Seated in 'Lawn Chair' on Back Porch
Jonathan Price, brother to one of the three Chiefs fans who were found dead in a friend's backyard, said police have yet to share their theories with any family members.Senator Tim Scott Defends 'Love' for Trump After 'Vile' Comments, Says Liberals Are 'Most Racist' in America
Senator Tim Scott called out the "bigotry that comes from the far radical left" after being shamed for endorsing Donald Trump for president.'I'm a Person, Bro': Kanye West Grabs Reporter's Phone When Asked About Claims He's 'Controlling' Wife Bianca
Kanye West went off after being approached by a TMZ reporter who asked about rumors that he is controlling wife Bianca Censori, RadarOnline.com has learned.Jennifer Hanie's Autopsy Complete After 31-Year-Old Reported Missing Is Found Dead on Manhattan Beach
The autopsy of a 31-year-old woman tragically found dead near the shoreline of Manhattan Beach has been completed as detectives continue their investigation.Tennis Star Genie Bouchard Wins Rent for 9 People During Game Show Appearance
Bouchard won rent for nine people while playing Bilt Rewards' online game show, Rent Free, with Bilt founder and CEO Ankur Jain.Rich the Kid Hit With $45k Default Judgment After Blowing Off Lawsuit Over Alleged Secret Pregnancy, Hush Money Agreement
Rich the Kid was ordered to pay a five-figure sum after blowing off a lawsuit accusing him of paying a woman hush money to keep her pregnancy a secret from his fiancée.Nicki Minaj Fans Dox Cemetery Where Megan Thee Stallion's Mom Is Buried After Diss Track Drama
The feud between Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion reached a boiling point after both exchanged barbs on diss tracks.Hugh Hefner's Ex-Wife Kimberley Slams Crystal and Former GFs, Defends Playboy Founder Who's 'No longer Here to Speak for Himself'
Hugh Hefner's ex-wife Kimberley seemingly came out swinging against his widow, Crystal, and his former girlfriends, saying it's unfair that he isn't around to defend himself.Ex-NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo Sexually Harassed More than a Dozen Staffers, DOJ Says
The Department of Justice determined that former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo had fostered a "sexually hostile" work environment.Georgia D.A. Fani Willis Refuses to Turn Over Trump Records, Cites 'Confidentiality' After Being Accused of Relationship With Prosecutor
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis stood firm in a short response on behalf of her alleged lover, prosecutor Nathan Wade, after a records request by Jim Jordan.Ex-NFL Star Sergio Brown on Best Behavior While in Custody on First-Degree Murder Charge for Mother's Death
Former NFL player Sergio Brown is being held at the Cook County Jail while he awaits trial on a first-degree murder charge for the death of his mother, Myrtle Simmons-Brown.'Out of Touch': Alyssa Milano Faces Backlash Over $10k Fundraiser for Son's Baseball Team
Alyssa Milano may have struck out when she asked her followers to donate to a fundraiser for her son's baseball team, RadarOnline.com has learned.NBA Star Lamar Odom Spotted With '90 Day Fiance' Couple Loren and Alexei in Florida
Sources say Odom and the reality stars have become close after meeting through their manager.'That Ship Has Sailed': Lisa Vanderpump Reveals She and Ex-BFF Kyle Richards Still Don't Talk
Vanderpump revealed she hasn't spoken to her ex-best friend Kyle Richards since it was revealed she was separating from Mauricio Umansky.Kevin Hart Shut Down in Plea for Restraining Order Against Blogger Tasha K
Kevin Hart made a desperate plea to the court to grant him a temporary restraining order that would have forced blogger Tasha K to remove a "defamatory" video from the internet.Death of 3 Chiefs Fans Found Frozen in Friend's Backyard Could Be Drug-Related, Doctor Says
The mysterious deaths of three friends found in a pal's backyard hours after watching a Kansas City Chiefs game has left loved ones with more questions than answers.Ex-Trump Deputy Press Secretary Shares Receipt of Money Sent to Nikki Haley Campaign After His Donation Threat
Trump's former Deputy White House Press Secretary made a declaration that she donated to Nikki Haley after he warned donors would be barred from MAGA camp.Adult Film Star Jesse Jane Found Dead at 43 Alongside Boyfriend After Suspected Overdose
Jesse Jane, a 2000s adult film sensation, has died at 43. RadarOnline.com has learned the star and her boyfriend were both tragically found dead.Arizona GOP Chairman Jeff DeWit Resigns After Leaked Tape of Alleged Kari Lake Bribery Attempt
Arizona Republican Party Chairman Jeff DeWit stepped down on Wednesday after he was allegedly heard in a sensational leaked recording trying to bribe Kari Lake.Uvalde Gunman's Mother Says She Doesn't Owe Victims' Families an Apology Nearly 2 Years After Son's Deadly Rampage
Adriana Reyes, the mother of Uvalde school shooter Salvador Ramos, said she has made peace with her decision not to apologize to the family members of victims.'OK, Pack It Up': Hillary Clinton Roasted for Connecting 'Barbie' Snub to 2016 Election Loss
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton gave a nod to Barbie director and lead star Margot Robbie after the flick's Oscars snub in a tweet that is being dragged.Fifth Friend at Chiefs Watch Party Denies Being Last Person to See 3 Pals Alive, Watched 'Jeopardy!' Before Leaving
The fifth person who hung out at the home where three friends were found dead hours after watching a Kansas City Chiefs game broke his silence on the mysterious case.REVEALED: Fani Willis' Alleged Lover Nathan Wade's Spending Spree on Lavish Cruises and Caribbean Resorts
Newly unsealed divorce documents offered fresh insight to the alleged relationship between Georgia District Attorney Fani Willis and special prosecutor Nathan Wade.Shocking Leaked Audio: Senior GOP Figure Allegedly Heard Trying to Bribe Kari Lake Not to Run in Arizona's Senate Race
An explosive 10-minute audio recording captured a shocking attempt to bribe Kari Lake not to run in Arizona's Senate race, RadarOnline.com has learned.'Pawn Stars' Son Adam Harrison's Autopsy Complete, Manner of Death Pending Toxicology Results After Dad Rick Shares Overdose News
The medical examiner handling the autopsy of Adam Harrison, the son of 'Pawn Stars' creator Rick, said his official cause and manner of death are pending.Prince Andrew and Cancer-Stricken Sarah Ferguson 'Determined' to Stay at Royal Lodge, Pal Says
Prince Andrew and his former wife, Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, are fixed on the idea of staying at Royal Lodge following her cancer diagnosis.'I'm Going to Fight No Matter What': Nikki Haley Spars With Fox Hosts Trying to 'Coronate' Donald Trump Ahead of New Hampshire Primary
Nikki Haley told Fox News hosts that she wasn't going down without a fight when asked if her presidential bid would be over if she doesn't win the New Hampshire primary.3 Kansas City Chiefs Fans Found Dead in Friend's Backyard After Watch Party
A man whose three friends were found dead outside of his home after watching a Kansas City Chiefs game against the Chargers said he had no idea how they died.Khloe Kardashian's Ex Tristan Thompson Sidelined for 25 Games Over Violating NBA's Anti-Drug Program
Cleveland Cavaliers baller Tristan Thompson is facing a 25-game suspension for violating the league's anti-drug program, RadarOnline.com has learned.Trump Says He's 'a Lot Sharper' Than Rival Nikki Haley: 'She's Not Gonna Win'
Former president Donald Trump said he would gladly take a mental aptitude test after his rival Nikki Haley criticized his competency and questioned if he would be fit for the role.'Moving to the Left on Me?' Hannity Blasts Steve Doocy for Trump Dig Ahead of New Hampshire Primary
Fox News personality Sean Hannity had a zinger for network colleage Steve Doocy amid questions if any presidential hopefuls can defeat Donald Trump.Courtney Clenney's Murder Trial: Prosecutors Reveal Evidence They Plan to Use Against OnlyFans Model in Court
Miami-Dade prosecutors are armed to to the teeth with videos, photos, text messages, screenshots and bank records they plan to use against Courtney Clenney in trial.'This Is My Face': Ex-'Gossip Girl' Star Michelle Trachtenberg Sparks Concerns With New Look
Former 'Gossip Girl' star Michelle Trachtenberg fired back at critics after sparking concern with her changed appearance in new photos, RadarOnline.com has learned.'Grateful to Have My Name Cleared': 'RHOA' Star Eva Marcille's Ex-Husband Michael's DUI and Reckless Driving Charges Dismissed
Former 'RHOA' star Eva Marcille's ex-husband told RadarOnline.com he is looking forward to having his name cleared after his DUI and reckless driving charges were dismissed.Former Jan. 6 Select Committee 'Deleted More Than 100 Encrypted Files' Days Before GOP Takeover: Report
More than 100 encrypted files related to the January 6th Capitol riot probe mysteriously vanished just days before the GOP took over the House majority, according to a new report.Michael Jackson Estate at War With Long-Running 'MJ Live' Las Vegas Tribute Act Over Trademark Dispute
A long-running Sin City tribute act known as 'MJ Live' has filed a lawsuit against the estate of Michael Jackson.OnlyFans Model Courtney Clenney's Lawyer Fires Back at Prosecutor's Demand to Be Sanctioned
OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney's defense attorney fired back at a recent court filing and accused prosecutors of releasing "prejudicial" information before the trial begins.'Dejected' Tupac Murder Suspect 'Keefe D' Struggling to Raise $750k Bail Even With Home as Collateral
Duane "Keefe D" Davis is struggling to raise $750k bail even while using his home as collateral, a source close to the Tupac Shakur murder suspect said.Snoop Dogg's Daughter, 24, Hospitalized After Suffering 'Severe' Stroke
Snoop Dogg's daughter, Cori Broadus, suffered a "severe" stroke that left her rattled, RadarOnline.com has learned.Sofia Vergara Hit With Lawsuit From Griselda Blanco's Estate Over Netflix Show With Actress Playing Columbian Drug Queenpin
The queenpin's family are attempting to block the show from being released.LA Innocence Project Takes on Scott Peterson Case: 'New Evidence' Raises Questions About Who Killed Laci and Conner
The Los Angeles Innocence Project has taken up the case of Scott Peterson, claiming new evidence now supports his longstanding claim that he is not guilty.Trump's Red Hand Explained: Ex-Prez Suffered a Paper Cut, Campaign Insiders Say
Mysterious red marks on Donald Trump's hands set the internet ablaze with theories. Find out what campaign insiders said about the cause.
