While the series was written during the current political climate, writer Matteo Pizzolo says it is not a "Trump hit job."
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Snopes→ Beyonce Introduces Newborn Twins Sir Carter and Rumi
Beyonce debuted her newborn twins Sir Carter and Rumi in an Instagram post on 13 July 2017.
Snopes→ Kim Kardashian West: Streaks on Table Were Marble, Not Drugs
Kardashian West maintained a pair of white streaks on a black table in a social media post shared from a hotel were just part of the table’s marble stone.
Snopes→ ‘True Blood’ Actor Nelsan Ellis Dead at 39
Actor Nelsan Ellis, best known for playing the character of Lafayette Reynolds on “True Blood,” has died at the age of 39 from complications of heart failure.
Snopes→ Paddington Bear Creator Michael Bond Dies at 91
Michael Bond, the creator of the Paddington Bear children's book series, passed away at the age of 91.
Snopes→ At Glastonbury, Depp Asks About Assassinating the President
Actor Johnny Depp asked a festival crowd when the last time was that an actor assassinated a president.
Snopes→ Coroner: Cocaine Among Drugs Found in Carrie Fisher’s System
A coroner's report showed Carrie Fisher had cocaine, ecstasy and heroin in her system when she fell ill on a London to Los Angeles flight in December 2016.
Snopes→ ‘Batman’ Star Adam West Dead At 88
The star of the smash hit 1960s television series has succumbed to leukemia.
Snopes→ Singer Phil Collins Cancels Show After Hotel Room Fall
Singer Phil Collins has been rushed to the hospital after a fall in his London hotel room left him with a severe gash near his eye that required stitches.
Snopes→ Oh the Places You’ll Go! Dr. Seuss Museum Opens Its Doors
A museum devoted to Dr. Seuss, features interactive exhibits, a collection of personal belongings, and explains how the childhood experiences of the man, whose real name is Theodor Geisel, shaped his work.
Snopes→ Bill Maher’s Use of Racial Slur on HBO Show Draws Criticism
The "Real Time with Bill Maher" host was describing himself during a television segment.
Snopes→ Chris Cornell’s Widow Still Awaiting Details About His Death
Vicky Cornell said on 1 June 2017 that she’s awaiting toxicology reports she hopes will clarify the circumstances around her husband’s apparent suicide.
Snopes→ CNN Has Cut Ties with Kathy Griffin After Video Depicting Her Holding President Donald Trump’s Severed Head
CNN has ended its relationship with comedian Kathy Griffin due to controversy involving video depicting her holding President Donald Trump's severed head.
Snopes→ Lebanon Seeks to Ban ‘Wonder Woman,’ Citing Israeli Actress
Lebanon's ministry of economy says it has asked the country's security agency to ban the movie because its lead actress, Gal Gadot, is an Israeli.
Snopes→ Gregg Allman of The Allman Brothers Band Dies at Age 69
A publicist said the musician, the singer for The Allman Brothers Band, has died.
Snopes→ Ariana Grande Planning Benefit Concert in Manchester
Pop singer Ariana Grande released a statement promising to return to Manchester for a benefit concert.
Snopes→ Longest-Serving James Bond Star Roger Moore Dies at 89
On 23 May 2017, Roger Moore's family said that the former James Bond star has died after a short battle with cancer.
Snopes→ Not Just ‘Sgt. Pepper’: Many 1967 Musical Firsts Echo Today
Half a century after the Beatles’ psychedelic landmark, "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" album, it stands as just one of many musical astonishments of 1967 that shaped what we listen to now.
Snopes→ Trump Briefly Sees Country Star Toby Keith’s Saudi Show
Toby Keith played a free concert in Riyadh, which was open to men only.
Snopes→ Medical Examiner Determines Soundgarden Singer Chris Cornell Committed Suicide by Hanging in Detroit
A medical examiner in Detroit has ruled that Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell's cause of death was suicide.
Snopes→ Family of Musician Chris Cornell Disputes He Killed Himself
The family of Soundgarden's Chris Cornell issued a statement disputing early reports his cause of death may have been suicide.
Snopes→ The Latest: Police: Chris Cornell’s Death a Possible Suicide
Although Chris Cornell's cause of death is not known, Detroit police confirm it "is being investigated as a possible suicide."
Snopes→ Soundgarden Singer Chris Cornell Dies at Age 52 in Detroit
Chris Cornell died unexpectedly in Detroit on 17 May 2017.
Snopes→ MTV Star Christopher ‘Big Black’ Boykin Dies
The former co-star of MTV's reality show "Rob & Big" was 45 years old.
Snopes→ Richard Simmons Sues National Enquirer for Libel
The fitness guru has sued the National Enquirer, its online outlet, and its parent company over stories that claimed he is living as a transgender woman.
Snopes→ Cast of ‘Friends’ to Reunite for a New Season?
A rumor that the actors from the hit '90s sitcom 'Friends' are reuniting to shoot another season of the series is a hoax.
Snopes→ Fox News Co-President Bill Shine Resigns
The troubled network's interim CEO, Rupert Murdoch, confirmed Shine's resignation in an email sent to staffers.
Snopes→ Does Coachella Owner Philip Anschutz Donate to Anti-LGBT Groups?
Anschutz denied that he advocates for anti-LGBT policies, and said that the foundation no longer donates to such groups.
Snopes→ Erin Moran, Joanie on ‘Happy Days,’ Dies at 56
Erin Moran, who played Richie Cunningham's younger sister Joanie on “Happy Days,” has passed away.
Snopes→ Cuba Gooding Sr. Found Dead
The Main Ingredients singer (and father of actor Cuba Gooding Jr.) was found unresponsive in his car in the San Fernando Valley on 20 April 2017.
Snopes→ Bill O’Reilly Officially Out at Fox News
The move comes after days of rumors about the talk show host's fate at the network.
Snopes→ ‘Labyrinth’ Sequel in Early Production Stages
A sequel to the cult classic is slated to begin production in late 2017.
Snopes→ Actor and Comedian Charlie Murphy Dies at 57
According to the 'Chappelle's Show' star's manager, Murphy died from leukemia.
Snopes→ Musician John Geils of the J. Geils Band Dies at 71
Police say the famed rock guitarist was found dead in his home in Groton, Massachusetts on 11 April 2017.
Snopes→ Don Rickles, Comedian and Actor Known as ‘Mr. Warmth’, Dies
The "insult comic," perhaps best known for his heckling routines, was 90.
Snopes→ Happy April Fool’s Day!
Here's a roundup of some of this year's best (or worst) April Fools Day pranks.
Snopes→ ‘Gong Show’ Creator and Star Chuck Barris Dies at 87
The "Palisades Park" songwriter also created the long-running game shows "The Dating Game" and "The Newlywed Game."
Snopes→ Chuck Berry Dead at 90
Police responding to an emergency call found the legendary rock and roll musician dead in his home in St. Charles County, Missouri.
Snopes→ Did SXSW Threaten to Report Foreign Musicians to Immigration Officials?
Several musicians posted screen shots of the music festival's contract with language discussing the notification of immigration authorities.
Snopes→ Actor Bill Paxton Dead at 61
Emmy-winning actor Bill Paxton has died at age 61 due to complications from surgery.