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Billy Joel inducts longtime collaborator into LI Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame

Wearing a black suit and looking somewhat thinner than usual, Joel's voice nonetheless sounded strong during his 10-minute speech. And he had not lost his sense of humor.

'Scary Movie' tops box office, slaying 'Masters of the Universe' and adding to low-budget streak

Remaining '60 Minutes' correspondents will stay on show 'for now'

Is this the movies' next big thing? 'Indie animation' moves from YouTube to the big screen

As '26 season kicks off, why LIers love Jones Beach concerts

Nick Cannon, of 'Wild 'N Out' fame, performs at Hempstead High School

'Excited about entertainment'

Man who killed O'Shae Sibley after he danced at a Brooklyn gas station is convicted of manslaughter

'I think it's a great honor'

Hulk Hogan died of natural causes Florida police report says in closing investigation

With jumpsuits, wigs and dance moves, these young boys and teens keep Elvis' legacy alive

Gordon S. Wood, eminent scholar of the American Revolution, dies at 92 after being hit by a car

Chrisleys sue former defense attorney, alleging legal malpractice in case that sent them to prison

The Kennedy Center drops 'Trump' branding as Bill Maher's Twain Award guests are revealed

TV

Do you remember this LI-set prime-time soap? It lasted 5 episodes.

"The Hamptons" aired for one month in the summer of 1983.

'CBS Evening News' anchor Tony Dokoupil pays tribute to Scott Pelley

Only in Newsday'60 Minutes' fires Scott Pelley: 3 takeaways

Is '60 Minutes' being 'murdered'? 3 takeaways.

'60 Minutes' shake-up: 'Entrepreneurial journalist' named executive producer

Billy Joel

What to expect at this weekend's Billy Joel Symposium

The first-ever event at the LI Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame will look at Joel's music, legacy and impact.

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Billy Joel's longtime booking agent says Piano Man is in 'great spirits,' 'making progress'

Billy Joel Channel returns to SiriusXM, marking 50th anniversary of 'Turnstiles'

Billy Joel makes rare public appearance at star-studded Carnegie Hall charity concert in his honor

Billy Joel sells estate for $28.75 million — an LI record outside Hamptons

First in NewsdayAlexa Ray Joel had a '60s vision for 'Heavy Eyes'

Celebrities

Only in NewsdayPeabo Bryson loved singing on Long Island

The R&B crooner performed at Westbury, The Paramount, Staller Center and more.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPeabo Bryson, known for duets from Disney's 'Aladdin' and 'Beauty and the Beast,' has died at 75

On Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday, a look back at her memorable LI moments

Only in NewsdayHow 'Forrest Gump' actor and one LI high school connected over teaching 9/11 history

'To make sure those students never forget'

A matter of distrust? Planned Billy Joel biopic does not have his OK

Michael Kors puts Fire Island property on market for $6.25 million

Verne Gay

Where's Stephen Colbert now? Try YouTube.

He posted his public-access "show" on his new site. Will there be more? Stay tuned.

Summer preview: 26 great shows to watch

With 'Colbert' over, what's to become of the Ed Sullivan Theater?

Theater

Halston's fashion legacy, life on LI's East End debuts on stage

Explore Halston's impact on fashion and his life on Long Island, from Andy Warhol's Montauk estate to the vibrant Fire Island Pines community.

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus to make Broadway debut

Summer preview: Curtain up for 'Young Frankenstein,' 13 more must-see shows on LI

Movies

Broadway revivals and 'Liberation' win big at the Tony Awards, hosted by Pink

"Schmigadoon.

Pearl Jam bassist Ament highlights skateboarding's impact in Indigenous communities in Tribeca film

What to Stream: 'Michael,' Olivia Rodrigo and Keith Urban albums and Bonnaroo

Taylor Swift's 'Toy Story 5' song is a return to pop country

Actors' union approves 4-year contract with studios and streamers

Music

Who is coming to Tilles Center? Roger Daltrey

The Who singer brings his "A Great Night Out" solo tour to Brookville on Oct. 2.

'The Sixth Borough' reminds audiences of Long Island's role in hip-hop history

Remembering 4 bands that defined the 1960s' 'Long Island Sound'

Only in Newsday1st Music Con coming to LI village

Snoop Dogg, Fetty Wap to play Montauk concert series

2026 Jones Beach summer concert schedule: UPDATED

Radio

Robin Quivers cancer-free after 14 years

On his radio show, Howard Stern said it's "the best news ever."

WWRL 'Urban Preacher' Bob Law dies at 86

Who's on 'Jeopardy!'? This familiar LI radio personality.

Is an LI morning radio battle about to begin?

More Entertainment

Holbrook tenor Christopher Macchio will sing at Freedom 250 rally, Trump says

Third Eye Blind to perform at free LI World Cup watch party

R&B singer Peabo Bryson, 75, suffers stroke

Randy Travis sets Westbury Music Fair show, although he won't perform on stage

For LI wrestling fans, show in Queens is the main event

Beachy keen: 12 great reads for the summer

4 takeaways from 'Late Show with Stephen Colbert's' finale

Summer music preview: 51 great concerts to see

Rod Stewart, Pitbull and more must-see 2026 concerts

Broadway's 'Death Becomes Her' closing

LI native's movie becomes breakout film at Cannes Festival

Summer treat: LI theaters showing $1 movies

RAFER GUZMÁN

Montauk lighthouse concert will star Brandi Carlile

The popular singer will perform a benefit show there on July 23.

Remember these movies from the summer of '86? One classic returns this week to LI theaters

A video of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt fighting has nearly 2M views on X. But it never happened.

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