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A Bel-Air spinoff titled Hilary is in development at Peacock, with Coco Jones set to star as Hilary Banks; the project from Tracy Oliver could become Peacock’s first scripted original to receive a spin-off if picked up, with Will Smith and other producers involved.
Peacock is developing Hilary, a Bel-Air offshoot centered on Hilary Banks (Coco Jones) with Tracy Oliver writing; the series would follow Hilary’s move to New York to prove herself beyond Bel-Air, offering a fresh path that diverges from the original finale, with Will Smith’s Westbrook Studios and Universal Television producing and executive producers including Smith.
An altercation during a Bel Air traffic stop led to a police officer shooting; the suspect was flown to Shock Trauma where he died, and the officer was injured but released from the hospital. The Maryland Office of the Attorney General's Independent Investigations Division is investigating, with the Bel Air Police Department cooperating, and there’s no ongoing threat to the community.
Quincy Jones’s domed Bel-Air megamansion has been discounted again, now asking $39.995 million after two prior reductions since May 2025. The 24,920-square-foot, 2.3-acre estate—built in 2002—features a central domed atrium, rotundas, an infinity pool with 270-degree views, a six-bedroom main house with guest wings, a separate two-bedroom residence and extensive entertainment spaces; Jones died in 2024 and the property is listed by Compass.
Coco Jones, a Grammy-winning R&B artist and Bel-Air actor, will perform “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” the Black national anthem, at Super Bowl LX. The article highlights her Grammy success (including Best R&B Performance for ICU) and nominations, notes that she is the daughter of former NFL linebacker Mike Jones, and recalls her Disney Channel/So Random! credits.
A $1 million-winning Mega Millions lottery ticket was sold at a Wawa store in Bel Air, Maryland. The winner has 182 days to claim the prize, and the store will receive $2,500 for selling the ticket. This marks Maryland's second million-dollar winner in the current Mega Millions jackpot roll, which is now valued at $670 million with a cash option of $317.8 million. The next drawing is scheduled for Friday.
Peacock has renewed 'Bel-Air,' the dramatic reimagining of 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,' for a fourth and final season. The series, which originated from a YouTube video by Morgan Cooper, features Will Smith as an executive producer and has been praised for its fresh take on the original sitcom. Season three explored the evolving relationship between Will and Carlton, highlighting their differing worldviews. The show is produced by Universal Television and Westbrook Studios.
Peacock has renewed "Bel-Air" for a fourth and final season, concluding the dramatic reimagining of "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air." The series, which stars Jabari Banks as Will, follows his move from West Philadelphia to a wealthy Los Angeles neighborhood. The show, inspired by a viral video by Morgan Cooper, has featured guest appearances from original "Fresh Prince" cast members and other celebrities. The series is produced by Universal Television and Westbrook Studios, with Carla Banks Waddles as showrunner.
The Peacock series 'Bel-Air' has been both cancelled and renewed for a fourth season, indicating that the reboot will conclude after its upcoming season.
Peacock has renewed 'Bel-Air' for a fourth and final season, consisting of eight episodes. The modern reimagining of 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' has been a significant success for the streaming service since its debut, with Jabari Banks leading the cast. The decision follows budget discussions and comes after the Season 3 finale aired in September. The series is produced by Universal Television and Westbrook Studios, with Carla Banks Waddles serving as showrunner since Season 2.
Casa Encantada, the most expensive residence in California, has reduced its asking price from $195 million to $165 million. The 40,000-square-foot estate, built in 1937 and restored by designer Peter Marino, features 60 rooms, including a walnut-paneled library and Art Deco living spaces, and sits on 8.4 acres overlooking the Bel-Air Country Club. Despite the price cut, the ultra-exclusive property, once owned by Conrad Hilton and later sold for $94 million in 2000, is still seeking a buyer in today's cautious luxury market.
Business mogul Rupert Murdoch, 93, married retired molecular biologist Elena Zhukova, 67, in a sophisticated and understated ceremony at his Bel Air vineyard. The couple's simple yet elegant attire highlighted their special day, with Zhukova in an off-shoulder white gown and Murdoch in a black tuxedo.
Rupert Murdoch, the 93-year-old media mogul, married Elena Zhukova, a 67-year-old retired molecular biologist, at his Bel Air vineyard estate. This marks Murdoch's fifth marriage, following a brief engagement to Ann Lesley Smith. The couple met through Murdoch's third wife, Wendi Deng, and their relationship was first reported last summer. Notable guests at the wedding included Robert K. Kraft and Robert Thomson.
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch, 93, married his fifth wife, retired molecular biologist Elena Zhukova, 67, in a ceremony at his Moraga winery in Bel-Air. This marriage comes shortly after Murdoch's brief engagement with Ann Lesley Smith and follows his previous marriages to Patricia Booker, Anna Torv, Wendi Deng, and Jerry Hall. The wedding marks a new chapter for Murdoch, who recently stepped down from his executive roles at Fox Corp. and News Corp.
A 37-year-old woman from North Carolina, Gloria Hughes, has been charged with first-degree murder and child abuse resulting in death after allegedly killing her 3-year-old son in Bel Air, Maryland. The incident occurred at a storage business, and the child's father had reportedly alerted police in North Carolina to a custody dispute. Video evidence shows Hughes repeatedly striking her son, causing extensive head and facial trauma. The community is grieving over the tragic incident, and Hughes has been ordered to undergo a competency evaluation.