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The Year in Entertainment 2025: Those we lost

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

Here's a look back at those in the entertainment community we lost in 2025:JanuaryJanuary 3 - Jeff Baena, director, husband of Aubrey PlazaJanuary 15 - David Lynch, director, Twin Peaks, Blue VelvetJanuary 30 - Marianne Faithfull, Grammy-nominated singer, actressFebruaryFebruary 26 - Michelle Trachtenberg, actress,... Read More.

The Year in Music 2025: Cardi B’s double delivery: A new baby and a new hip-hop album

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

Cardi B spent 2025 in full-on preparation mode as she readied one bundle of joy for her family and another for the culture of hip-hop.She kicked off the year by announcing her plans to cut out sex, dating and other distractions so she could... Read More.

The Year in Music 2025: ‘Happen to Me’ aligns Russell Dickerson’s dreams with reality

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

At the beginning of 2025, Russell Dickerson thought his emotional song "Bones" would be his next big hit. But in February, the release of "Happen to Me" would change all that. Thanks to a self-described "stupid dance on TikTok" inspired by Usher and Michael... Read More.

The Year in Music 2025: In other news …

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

There were certainly a lot of big things happening in music in 2025. Here's a roundup of some of the other music stories that made headlines this year:-Rush members Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson surprised fans by announcing they were heading back on tour.... Read More.

‘The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony’ airs New Year’s Day on ABC

Wednesday, December 31 by ABC News

If you missed the live Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in November, on Jan. 1 ABC will air a primetime special featuring highlights from the ceremony, which honored Cyndi Lauper, Soundgarden, Salt-N-Pepa, The White Stripes, Outkast, Bad Company and the... Read More.