James Brown's Daughter Says There Would Be No Hip-Hop, Michael Jackson or Usher Without Her Dad (Exclusive)

James Brown, Michael Jackson, Usher.Photo:Getty; Phil Dent/Redferns; Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic Getty; Phil Dent/Redferns; Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic James Brownmay be known as the “Godfather of Soul,” but those who knew him as “dad” are making sure his impact continues to be recognized. Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE ahead of A&E’s four-part docuseries,James Brown: Say It Loud, two of his daughters, Deanna Brown and Dr. Yamma Brown, say music would not be where it is today had it not been for their father.

James Caan, 'The Godfather' and 'Elf' Acting Legend, Dead at 82

James Caanhas died. He was 82 years old. Atweet from the actor’s official accountThursday read, “It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6.” “The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time,” the tweet added. A cause of death was not made immediately available.

James Cameron Reveals He Already Has Plans forAvatar‘6 and 7’ (Exclusive)

James Cameron at the 51st Annual Saturn Awards in Los Angeles.Photo:Gregg DeGuire/Variety via GettyAvatar3 may have not hit theaters yet, butJames Cameronhas already got plans for the sixth and seventh films in the franchise.In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE at the 51st annual Saturn Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday, the director, 69, opened up about the sequels and his involvement.“We’re fully written through movie five, and I’ve got ideas for six and seven, although I’ll probably be handing the baton on at that point,” Cameron told PEOPLE.

James Cameron Says Leonardo DiCaprio Nearly Lost 'Titanic' Role Over His Attitude in Audition

Leonardo DiCaprio.Photo: 20thCentFox/Courtesy Everett Collection Leonardo DiCapriocame close to never playing his arguably most famous and iconic character when he somewhat butted heads withJames Cameronduring the audition process forTitanic. In avideo career retrospectiveforGQpublished Tuesday, the Oscar-winning filmmaker spent a good portion of time talking about his 1997 historical drama epic, which for a span of years was the top-grossing film of all time. Beyond his initial consideration of rebuilding the entire doomed ship (which launched in 1911 and sank on April 15, 1912), and his liking forGwyneth Paltrowin the role of Rose before he metKate Winslet, Cameron spilled oncasting DiCaprio as Jack, which almost fell apart over the actor’s poor attitude during auditions.

James Corden Says Leaving 'The Late Late Show' Is 'Going to Be Beyond Emotional'

Photo: MediaPunch/Shutterstock James Cordenis already feeling the weight of leavingThe Late Late Show. “I’m worried about being too emotional. I’m worried about crying too much,” Corden told PEOPLE at theMammalspremiere in Hollywood. “But at the same time, I just got to take a breath and know that there’s a lot to do between now and then.” As for what he’s going to miss most about the CBS hit — which has welcomed everyone fromHarry StylestoAdelesince Corden took over forCraig Fergusonin 2015 — Corden says it’s all about the people he’s met along the way.