Bronny James, Son Of LeBron, Has Los Angeles Lakers Workout As NBA Draft Looms

Cynthia Littleton Business Editor Tom Van Amburg, a broadcast TV executive known for his keen eye for talent and skill at developing local programming during his tenure as the leader of KABC-TV Los Angeles and other ABC O&O stations, died June 24 at his home in Los Angeles. He was 83. Van Amburg was the father of Zack Van Amburg, co-head of worldwide video for Apple, and entertainment marketing executive Chris Van Amburg.

EXCLUSIVE: Scott Evans (Barbie) has joined the cast of Netflix‘s Mindy Kaling basketball series Running Point in a recurring role. He plays Charlie, Sandy Gordon’s (Drew Tarver) boyfriend whom he has been keeping secret from the rest of the family.

divorce seems imminent.Affleck was photographed without his wedding ring while out to lunch in Los Angeles with his daughter, 18-year-old Violet, on June 23, reports. This is the second time the actor-director was spotted without his ring since rumors began swirling a few months ago.In the photos, , Affleck appears glum (or at the very least, irritated at the sight of the paparazzi) while wearing a flannel shirt and jeans with sneakers.He referred to the attention his wife receives as “fuckin’ bananas.”By Meanwhile, Lopez, Affleck’s wife of almost two years, is on a separate continent.

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Kamala Harris will be in Los Angeles on June 29 for a Pride month Biden-Harris fundraiser that is already attracting some of Hollywood’s most powerful players and creatives. I can exclusively report that invites are expected to go out today for what’s officially being billed as a “Pride Garden Party With Vice President Kamala Harris.” Tony winner Idina Menzel will perform during the afternoon program.

Broadway is currently in one of its busiest seasons of the year following the 2024 Tony Awards and there’s plenty of great theatre options on the west coast as well!

The Boston Celtics are the 2024 NBA Champions.

Sasha Obama is a fan of nail art. Over the past years, following a move to Los Angeles, a career in sociology from the University of Southern California, and more, Sasha has displayed a fondness for nail art and fashion. This week, some time after celebrating her 23rd birthday, she was photographed attending the nail salon in Los Angeles.

Charli XCX was joined on stage in Los Angeles this weekend by Addison Rae for a performance of their remix of ‘Von Dutch’ – watch the footage below.Earlier this year, Charli and TikTok star Addison teamed up on a remix of ‘Von Dutch’, alongside A.G. Cook.

President Joe Biden‘s return to Los Angeles on Saturday for a star-filled fundraiser may be as much to rally Hollywood donors and supporters as it is to make a big money show before quarter’s end.

Jack Dunn Indie musical “Heart Strings” will have its Los Angeles premiere June 30 at American Cinematheque‘s Loz Feliz Theater. Director Ate de Jong (“Drop Dead Fred”) co-wrote the film with Steven Gaydos, Variety executive VP, Global Content, who is also co-producing. “It’s a great honor to screen at the American Cinematheque.

Dozens of people marched in downtown Los Angeles Wednesday to demand justice for former General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor, who was shot and killed May 25 at Pico Boulevard and Hope Street in Los Angeles.

NBA legend Jerry West has sadly died at the age of 86.

Andrew Wallenstein President and Chief Media Analyst These are trying times for Los Angeles Clippers fans like myself. Instead of watching our team compete in the NBA championship that began last week, we have to settle for the alternative programming we’re getting by way of FX on Hulu with the new series “Clipped.” Perhaps it should come as some comfort to the Clipper faithful that the series chronicles what feels like a bygone era in the team’s history, even though the disgraceful end of franchise owner Donald Sterling’s reign occurred less than a decade ago.

Stassie Karanikolaou is celebrating her birthday with a ton of famous friends!

Rudie Obias editor If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. In 1991, Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls won their first NBA Championship defeating Magic Johnson and the Los Angeles Lakers. MJ would later go on an amazing run winning five more championships over the next seven seasons.

An interesting off-season for the Los Angeles Lakers is growing even bigger, as reports are circulating that the team is targeting UConn men’s basketball coach Dan Hurley to fill its head coach opening.

Rudie Obias editor If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. With the 2024 WNBA season in full swing, the pro league is getting more and more attention, thanks to this year’s crop of rookie superstars, which include the Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark, the Los Angeles Sparks’ Cameron Brink and Chicago Sky stars Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso.

Khloe Kardashian and Kris Jenner are stepping out for the night!

ENHYPEN, NMIXX, BIBI and more.On June 4, KCON announced 10 of the artists that will be performing at the M Countdown Stage and KCON Stage of its upcoming Los Angeles event, set to take place from July 26 to 28 at the Crypto.com Arena, LA Convention Center and Gilbert Lindsay Plaza.Both stages will feature boybands P1Harmony, TWS and ZEROBASEONE, as well as girl group NMIXX. The M Countdown Stage will also include appearances by NME The Cover stars ENHYPEN, as well as soloists BIBI, Zico and SHINee‘s Taemin.Meanwhile, the KCON Stage will see additional performances by boyband A.C.E and SISTAR singer Hyolyn.

UPDATE—June 3, 2024: Upon further review, the WNBA has upgraded Chennedy Carter's foul against to a , though they didn't assign any fines to the Chicago Sky player.However, Chicago rookie ended up with a $1,000 fine for "failing to make herself available" to the press during the post-game press conference, with Chicago Sky getting hit with a $5,000 fine for not ensuring her presence. Chennedy Carter did participate in the press conference, though she declined to answer any questions about the move against Clark.“Physical play, intensity, and competitive spirit are hallmarks of Chicago Sky basketball.