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They've put their abuser away for life. And on Wednesday night, 141 survivors of Larry Nassar's sexual abuse joined hands and received the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPYS.

At a moment where gloom feels pervasive in many quarters, "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again" rides a tide of joy, fun and mother-daughter bonding, again set to a jaunty array of ABBA tunes. This decade-later sequel also features a pair of natural assets -- the dazzling beauty of its island setting, and the utterly winning presence of Lily James, who occupies what amounts to the central role as the younger version of Meryl Streep's character.

The intimate bond that comedians forge with an audience makes their loss feel more intimate and personal. What remains somewhat mysterious -- and at times mystifying -- is the darker side of stand-up, which has contributed to the premature deaths of so many comedy stars.

Sacha Baron Cohen's act hasn't changed, from "Da Ali G Show" to "Borat" to his new Showtime series, "Who is America?" But the world has, which, in light of the media uproar he's triggered, raises the question whether the timing was very right -- or wrong -- for this comeback.

Comic-Con, we have a problem.

Netflix may have just saved you a few thousand dollars.

It's safe to say Shiggy was probably in his feelings when he met Drake.

"Batwoman" is coming to TV.

Tuesday night's episode of "America's Got Talent" had a heart-stopping moment.

We've been here before, Beyhive.

There's a reason Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo haven't tied the knot yet.

Former Destiny's Child singer Michelle Williams has revealed she's now happy and healthy after recently seeking medical help for mental health issues.

Lucas Hedges better get his tux dry cleaned and pressed because he might be having a very active award season.

The life of the late actor Paul Walker will be celebrated in a new documentary premiering next month.

The internet may not agree, but Kim Kardashian West totally believes her sister Kylie Jenner and the rest of her siblings are "self-made."

Apparently bathing in a tub full of diamonds is not enough to snag one of the big MTV Video Music Awards nominations.

Showtime says comedian Sacha Baron Cohen did not claim to be a disabled veteran to secure any interview subjects for his series "Who Is America," despite claims from former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin to the contrary.

Luann de Lesseps has returned to rehab.

Blake Shelton has no shame in his falling game.

Naturally, Michelle Obama was dancing front and center at Beyoncé and Jay-Z's concert in Paris this weekend.