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

Jazz Groups Pull Out of Trump-Kennedy Center New Year's Eve Performances

Another jazz act, The Cookers, has canceled their upcoming New Year's Eve performances at the Trump-Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.[2]. The group announced the decision on their website, emphasizing jazz's roots in struggle and freedom without directly citing the venue's recent renaming.[2]

The Kennedy Center's Board of Trustees, with many members appointed by President Donald Trump, voted on December 18 to add his name to the building, with signs installed the next day.[2]. The change still requires Congressional approval per law.[2]

Previously, jazz artist Chuck Redd canceled a Christmas Eve concert explicitly due to the name addition, prompting the center to threaten a $1 million lawsuit against him.[2]. A Trump-Kennedy Center official described recent cancellations as "selfish" in a statement.[2]

Tylor Chase Returned to Streets Despite Mental Health Hold

Former child actor Tylor Chase, known from "Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide," is back sleeping on the streets of Riverside, California.[5]. Riverside Police Department spokesman Ryan Railsback stated that laws prevent officers from forcing him into long-term mental health or substance abuse treatment.[5]

A mental health crisis team placed Chase in a 72-hour involuntary psychiatric hold recently, but released him back to homelessness.[5]. Police video shows Chase napping on a stoop Monday, and he politely declines offers for help, as homelessness is not a crime.[5]

"Mighty Ducks" actor Shaun Weiss, an advocate for Chase, highlighted the failed intervention.[5]. Even misdemeanor charges for drug possession would lead to quick release under California law.[5]

Tyler Perry Assault Accuser's Messages Surface

Screenshots of text messages show Tyler Perry's accuser sending messages of gratitude and friendship years after the alleged assault.[1]. The Associated Press obtained the messages, which complicate the ongoing claims.[1]

The accuser has doubled down on sexual assault allegations against the producer and actor.[5]. Details from the messages date back years, providing new context to the dispute.[1]

Hollywood Box Office Closes Strong Despite Turbulence

"Avatar: Fire and Ash" and "Marty Supreme" drove strong ticket sales to cap a challenging 2025 for Hollywood.[1]. The films propelled year-end performance amid industry ups and downs.[1]

• Key films: "Avatar: Fire and Ash" and "Marty Supreme" lead sales[1].
• Reports date to December 28, marking a positive close[1].

Other Notable Developments

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers seek his immediate prison release via a New York federal appeals court.[1]. The hip-hop mogul remains detained amid legal battles.[1]

These stories highlight tensions in venues, personal struggles of former stars, and late-year industry wins, all unfolding in the last 48 hours.[1][2][5].