American musician Moby said in The Guardian’s “Honest Playlist” feature (published March 21–22, 2026) that he could no longer listen to The Kinks’ 1970 hit “Lola,” calling its lyrics “gross” and “transphobic” and describing them as “unevolved.” The comments prompted a swift rebuttal from Kinks guitarist Dave Davies, who posted on X that he was “highly insulted” and urged Moby to “be careful what he says.” Davies defended songwriter Ray Davies and shared a letter from pioneering transgender punk artist Jayne County praising “Lola” as a breakthrough that “broke the ice” for LGBTQ+ representation. Coverage across music outlets and mainstream titles including The Guardian, Rolling Stone, Billboard and others amplified the exchange; Moby had not issued a public response at the time of reporting. The dispute revived long-standing debates over the song’s meaning — whether it celebrates or misrepresents gender-nonconforming figures — and recalled past radio edits and bans when “Lola” was released. The Kinks’ members and some LGBTQ+ figures have historically defended the track as sympathetic and influential, while critics argue older lyrics warrant re-evaluation.

A California civil jury on Monday found Bill Cosby liable for drugging and sexually assaulting Donna Motsinger in 1972 and awarded her $59.25 million. Jurors in Santa Monica awarded $17.5 million for past damages and $1.75 million for future damages, then added $40 million in punitive damages. Motsinger, now in her 80s, filed the lawsuit in 2023 after changes to California law temporarily widened the window for older sexual‑assault claims. The nearly two‑week trial included testimony from several women who have accused Cosby, including Andrea Constand, whose 2018 criminal conviction of Cosby was later overturned in 2021. Cosby, 88, did not testify, has denied the allegations and his lawyer said they intend to appeal. Jurors deliberated for several days before returning the verdict. The award follows a string of civil cases and settlements against the once‑celebrated entertainer and raises questions about whether large judgments can be collected given reporting that Cosby faces financial strain.

Miley Cyrus returned to her Disney roots with the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, which premiered on streaming platforms March 24, 2026 following a Los Angeles red‑carpet screening at the El Capitan Theatre on March 23. The hour‑long program, taped before a studio audience, reunites Cyrus with recreated sets, archival footage and live performances of signature songs including “The Best of Both Worlds,” “This Is the Life” and a new original track. Podcast host Alex Cooper co‑produced and conducted the sit‑down interview; Cyrus playfully called Cooper “kinda creepy,” joking the podcaster moved next door after earning wealth. Guests and surprise cameos featured Selena Gomez, Chappell Roan and family members; Billy Ray Cyrus appears in the special though some original cast members, notably Emily Osment and Mitchel Musso, were absent from the premiere (Osment cited filming commitments). Cyrus revisited behind‑the‑scenes stories — including confirming a past relationship with Dylan Sprouse and how Taylor Swift came to appear and contribute songs to the Hannah Montana movie — and said a full series reboot is not planned. The special is available on Disney+ and Hulu (and on regional platforms such as JioCinema/JioHotstar in India).

Disney released the full trailer this week for its live‑action reimagining of Moana, offering the first extended look at newcomer Catherine Lagaʻaia as the titular wayfinder and Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as the demigod Maui. The trailer, published March 23–24, 2026, confirms a July 10 theatrical release and highlights returning creative talent including director Thomas Kail and producers Lin‑Manuel Miranda and Johnson. Johnson and Kail have described the practical design work behind Maui — a heavily tattooed prosthetic bodysuit Johnson said added roughly 40 pounds and a staged wig that can weigh a further seven pounds when wet — and the two‑and‑a‑half‑hour daily transformation process. Online reaction to the trailer has been mixed: some praised Lagaʻaia’s performance and the visuals, while many viewers criticised Johnson’s live‑action look, particularly his wig, and questioned the creative case for a near‑shot‑for‑shot remake only a decade after the original and two years after Moana 2. Disney has promoted the film as a cultural reimagining with original music by Miranda, Opetaia Foaʻi and Mark Mancina.

Actor Alan Ritchson is under police investigation after video published March 22–23 showed him engaged in a physical altercation with a neighbor in Brentwood, a Nashville suburb. The clip, obtained and circulated by TMZ, appears to show a man identified by the neighbor as Ritchson punching and kicking Ronnie Taylor while two children — reported to be Ritchson’s sons on mini motorbikes — watch nearby. Taylor told reporters the dispute began after Ritchson allegedly rode a green Kawasaki through the neighborhood at high speed and repeatedly revved the engine; he says he confronted the actor and was then struck, suffering facial bruising and contusions. Sources close to Ritchson counter that Taylor ran into the street, pushed the actor off his bike twice and instigated the confrontation. Brentwood police have confirmed an active investigation and said no arrests had been made as of March 24. Ritchson has posted a cryptic Napoleon quote on social media but has otherwise remained largely silent while cooperating with authorities, according to outlets.

French-Canadian superstar Céline Dion is reportedly preparing a return to live performance this autumn, with French outlet La Presse reporting a residency at Paris La Défense Arena in September and October 2026. Variety and multiple international outlets corroborated the report after dozens of posters bearing titles of Dion hits — from “Power of Love” to “Pour Que tu M’aimes Encore” — appeared across Paris and the singer shared a cryptic Instagram post. La Presse says the run would feature two shows per week at the 40,000‑capacity venue; venue and artist representatives have not immediately responded to media requests for formal confirmation. Dion last headlined in March 2020 before the pandemic curtailed touring; she has made rare appearances since publicly disclosing a 2022 diagnosis of stiff person syndrome (SPS), a rare neurological disorder that can cause painful muscle spasms and affect singing ability. The artist chronicled her health journey in the 2024 documentary “I Am: Céline Dion” and delivered a widely noted performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. If finalised, the Paris dates would mark her most sustained series of live shows since her SPS diagnosis.