Legendary entertainer Cher, 79, has two sons — Chaz Bono (born 1969 with Sonny Bono) and Elijah Blue Allman (born 1976 with Gregg Allman) — and a complex, public family history that has resurfaced in recent years. Cher rose to fame with Sonny Bono in the 1960s and later married Gregg Allman in 1975. Chaz, who transitioned in 2009, has had a long public relationship with his mother. Elijah’s struggles with substance abuse and legal troubles have driven much of the recent coverage: accusations from his former partner of an alleged 2022 removal, a 2023 filing accusing Cher of kidnapping (which she denied), and a 2023 conservatorship petition Cher later dismissed in September 2024. In 2025 Cher learned Elijah had fathered a child in 2010 with the step-granddaughter of Julie Andrews. In early 2026 Elijah was arrested twice, prompting Cher to file for a temporary conservatorship. The developments have renewed scrutiny of celebrity family legal actions, addiction, and guardianship of adults.

Dave Mason, the English singer, songwriter and guitarist who co-founded the 1960s band Traffic, died peacefully at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada on April 19, 2026. He was 79. The family confirmed his passing in a statement posted to his social media accounts; no official cause has been disclosed. Born May 10, 1946, in Worcester, England, Mason wrote enduring songs including Traffic’s “Feelin’ Alright?” and “Hole in My Shoe,” and scored a solo hit with 1977’s “We Just Disagree.” A sought-after session player, he contributed to landmark recordings by Jimi Hendrix, George Harrison, the Rolling Stones and others. Traffic were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004. In recent years Mason’s health had declined: a serious heart condition surfaced in 2024 and a severe infection in 2025 led him to postpone and then cancel tours; he announced his retirement from touring in 2025. He is survived by his wife, Winifred Wilson, his daughter Danielle and other family members.

Coronation Street is set for a landmark episode airing April 23 as DS Lisa Swain (Vicky Myers) and factory boss Carla Connor (Alison King) marry, the first successful wedding between two women in the long‑running Salford soap’s 65‑year history. Producers revealed the nuptials were seeded in a February flashforward and will take place at the Chariot Square Hotel. The celebration is framed by a murder mystery: Lisa’s daughter Betsy is shown finding a dead neighbour on the wedding day, and five characters were flagged as potential victims in previews. Myers and writers have teased “huge” and “powerful” fallout, with Lisa expected to juggle new domestic plans and a return to detective duties as the investigation unfolds. Backstory elements include the recent removal of Lisa’s ex, Becky Swain, who was jailed, and on‑screen moments in the build‑up — from an awkward hen night to Carla adopting the double‑barrelled Connor‑Swain surname — that have ignited strong fan reaction online. The episode’s writer Damon Rochefort and producer Kate Brooks have publicly hyped the music and drama surrounding the plot.

Alan Osmond, the eldest performing member and a guiding force of the family pop group The Osmonds, died on Monday evening, April 20, 2026, at his Utah home. He was 76. A family spokesperson and local outlets said his wife, Suzanne, and their eight sons were at his side; Alan had lived with progressive multiple sclerosis since 1987 and had used a wheelchair in later years after a recent spell in intensive care. As a songwriter, musician and producer he co-wrote hits including “One Bad Apple” and “Crazy Horses,” helped produce The Donny & Marie Show and co-created the Stadium of Fire celebration. Alan also supported charitable causes including the Children’s Miracle Network and the One Heart Foundation. Brothers and family members, including Donny and Merrill Osmond, paid tribute on social media and in statements, recalling his role as the family’s leader and creative force. He is survived by his wife Suzanne, eight sons, 30 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and his siblings. The family has signalled plans to honour his legacy and continue the message he championed.

Writer-director Luna Carmoon has wrapped principal photography on her second feature, To Make Ends Meat, in London in April 2026. The drama stars Naomi Ackie, Alison Oliver, Éanna Hardwicke and Armande Boulanger and follows three women entangled in debt to violent men who resort to consumption and retaliation to survive. Financing comes from BBC Film, the BFI (with National Lottery funding), True Brit, Goodfellas, Mother, ProdCo, Arts Alliance, Affine Films, Cofiloisirs and Blush Film. Hélène Louvart is director of photography; producers include Helen Simmons and Loran Dunn, with Goodfellas handling international sales. The film will be launched at the Cannes market, and True Brit has taken U.K. and Ireland distribution rights. Carmoon’s debut Hoard premiered at Venice Critics’ Week in 2023, won multiple prizes and led to a 2025 BAFTA nomination for outstanding British debut, positioning her as a notable emerging voice in British cinema.

Josh Hutcherson has responded to online backlash from fans of Taylor Swift after saying last year that he was "definitely not a Swiftie." In a GQ interview published April 20–21, 2026, the 33-year-old actor recalled viral comments from a December i-D magazine clip in which he noted he respected Swift but did not listen to her music. Hutcherson said the reaction — ranging from personal insults to demands to "destroy him" — reinforced his reluctance to be active on social media. He pointed to the difficulty of maintaining privacy and the professional need to "disappear into characters," warning that becoming a meme can undermine audience immersion. The actor also faced scrutiny after photos showed him in a VIP section at Swift’s Eras Tour in 2024; fans questioned VIP access amid high demand for tickets. Hutcherson, who has longstanding ties to Swift through The Hunger Games soundtrack song "Safe and Sound," said the episode exemplified why he keeps his online presence minimal. He is due to appear in a cameo in The Hunger Games: Sunrise, scheduled for release in November 2026.