Jazz Acts Cancel New Year's Eve Shows at Trump-Kennedy Center Amid Renaming Controversy; Tyler Chase Homeless Crisis Persists

Jazz Groups Pull Out of Trump-Kennedy Center Performances

Another jazz act, The Cookers, has canceled their New Year's Eve performances at the Trump-Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.[2]. The decision follows a board vote on December 18 to add President Donald Trump's name to the venue, with signs installed the next day.[2]

The group issued a statement emphasizing jazz's roots in freedom and expression, stating they want to ensure the space celebrates the full presence of the music and audience.[2]. While not explicitly citing the renaming, the timing aligns with prior cancellations, including Chuck Redd's Christmas Eve concert, which he directly attributed to the change.[2]

The Kennedy Center administration plans to sue Redd for $1 million and has called recent cancellations 'selfish.'[2]. Congressional approval is still required for the permanent name change per law.[2]

Tyler Chase Returned to Streets Despite Mental Health Hold

Former child actor **Tyler Chase**, known from 'Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide,' is back sleeping on the streets of Riverside, California.[4]. Police state they cannot intervene due to state laws preventing forced treatment unless he is gravely disabled or a danger to himself or others.[4]

A mental health crisis team placed Chase in a 72-hour involuntary psychiatric hold recently, but released him back to homelessness.[4]. 'Mighty Ducks' actor Shaun Weiss, an advocate for Chase, highlighted the failed intervention.[4]

Riverside PD spokesman Ryan Railsback noted that even arrests for minor drug offenses would result in quick release, as homelessness is not a crime and Chase declines assistance.[4]

Tyler Perry Assault Accusation Developments

Text messages obtained by The Associated Press show Tyler Perry's accuser sent messages of gratitude and friendship years after the alleged assault.[1]. The accuser has doubled down on the claims despite this evidence.[1]

Other Recent Entertainment Headlines

• The premiere of the new 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' reunited 1990s stars **Jennifer Love Hewitt**, **Sarah Michelle Gellar**, and **Freddie Prinze Jr.**.[5]
• Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers seek his immediate release from prison via a New York federal appeals court.[1]

These stories highlight ongoing tensions in performance venues and challenges faced by former child stars in the U.S. entertainment landscape.