Dan Heching
Dan Heching Editor for Entertainment, CNN Digital Dan Heching is an Editor for Entertainment, CNN Digital. Latest Dan Heching is an Editor for Entertainment, CNN Digital. He joined the team in 2022, after previously writing and editing for French newspaper Le Monde, and working as a staff writer for People.com as well as other publications including Entertainment Weekly. Dan is a cinephile with eclectic tastes ranging from superhero blockbusters to foreign and independent cinema, and genres from horror to drama. Originally from New York City, he received his undergraduate degree in Film and Television from New York University Tisch School of the Arts, and graduate degree from CUNY Newmark School of Journalism.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
85%
Examples:
- The author uses language that deifies Beyoncé such as calling her a 'Texas Hold 'Em' hitmaker, the first African-American woman to headline Coachella, having a number one hit across all four decades since the 1990s and arguably her buzziest career moment yet.
- The author uses language that puts Beyoncé on a pedestal such as calling her 'Queen B' and saying she is an innovator who often means being criticized, which tests mental strength.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- There are no clear conflicts of interest detected in the articles provided.
Contradictions
92%
Examples:
- The author states that Beyoncé thanked Rosetta Tharpe for defying any label placed upon them. However, in another article, the author mentions that Beyoncé's wish has come true and she changed the lyrics of 'Jolene' by Dolly Parton to switch up the lyrics.
- The author states that Michael Bolton decided to take a break from touring due to his own decision when in reality he had no choice but to do so because of surgery for a brain tumor.
Deceptions
62%
Examples:
- The author implies that Beyoncé's new album is an exclusively country genre with the song 'Spaghettii'. However, Beyoncé explicitly states in interviews that she does not see herself as a country artist and her music is very eclectic.
Recent Articles
Robert Towne: The Renowned Screenwriter Behind Classic Films
Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024Renowned screenwriter Robert Towne is known for his work on the classic film 'Chinatown'. 
Legendary Songwriter Richard Sherman of 'Mary Poppins' and 'It's a Small World' Passes Away at 95
Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024Richard M. Sherman, legendary songwriter behind Disney classics like 'Mary Poppins' and 'It's a Small World', passed away on May 25, 2024 due to age-related illness. Born in 1928, Sherman and his late brother Robert won two Academy Awards and three Grammy Awards throughout their career. The duo was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2005 and received the US National Medal of Arts in 2008. 
Legendary Disney Composer Richard M. Sherman Passes Away at 95
Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024Legendary Disney composer and lyricist Richard M. Sherman, known for collaborations with his late brother Robert, passed away at 95. Born in NYC, he moved to Beverly Hills & began writing hits like 'It's a Small World' with father Al. 
Maya Rudolph's Unforgettable Mother's Day Monologue on SNL: Voguing, Rapping, and Being Everyone's Mother
Broke On: Sunday, 12 May 2024Maya Rudolph, SNL's 'Mother of the House of Rockefeller', delivered a captivating monologue filled with humor and energy during her third hosting stint. Skipping the cold open, she vogued on stage in a black bodysuit and rapped about being everyone's mother. The episode showcased Rudolph's comedic talents and brought SNL an unforgettable Mother's Day edition. 
Dickey Betts, Co-Founder of Allman Brothers Band, Passes Away at 74
Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024Dickey Betts, co-founder of the Allman Brothers Band and influential figure in Southern rock, passed away at home on April 18, 2024. Surrounded by family, he battled cancer and COPD before his death. Known for defining Southern rock with hits like 'Jessica'. 
Beyoncé Receives Innovator Award at iHeartRadio Music Awards and Thanks Pioneers in Acceptance Speech
Broke On: Friday, 15 March 2024Beyoncé was honored with the Innovator Award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards on April 2, 2024. The album Cowboy Carter, released as part of her Renaissance trilogy, has been met with critical acclaim and solidified Beyoncé's status as a trailblazer in the music industry. 
Beyonć's Act II: Cowboy Carter is a Musically Rich and Lyrically Creative Collection of Country, Folk, Gospel, Rap, Pop and Italian Opera
Broke On: Saturday, 30 March 2024Beyonć has released her latest album, Act II: Cowboy Carter. The 27-track compendium contains country music but also folk, gospel, rap, pop and Italian opera. Beyonć wrote that it is not a country album but rather an artistic one. Spaghettii features Black Is King visuals inspired by African art and culture. 
Michael Bolton Undergoes Successful Brain Tumor Surgery and Announces Temporary Hiatus from Touring
Broke On: Saturday, 06 January 2024Michael Bolton, a Grammy-winning singer and songwriter, was diagnosed with a brain tumor and underwent successful surgery. He is now recuperating at home surrounded by his family's love and support. Renowned Actor Ryan O'Neal Passes Away at 82
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023Ryan O'Neal, known for his roles in 'Love Story' and 'Paper Moon', has died at the age of 82. His son, Patrick O'Neal, announced the news on social media. O'Neal had been battling chronic leukemia since 2001 and was also diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2012. His personal life was marked by tumultuous relationships, including with actress Farrah Fawcett.