Trace William Cowen
Trace William Cowen is a writer whose work has also appeared in Alternative Press, Uproxx, and elsewhere. As Complex's Senior News Writer, Trace pens everything from quick news hits to expansive features covering music, film, memes, politics, fashion, and the unique places where all these things intersect.
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World Cup 2026's Best Jersey Collabs: How to Buy
The World Cup is over, but you can keep the magic alive with these jerseys.
J. Cole Laughs After Bra Is Thrown at Him During "Work Out" Performance: 'Gotta Cherish That Sh*t'
Cole joked to the crowd that a bra toss hasn't happened at one of his shows "in a long motherf*ckin' time."
Lizzo Gives PlaqueBoyMax a Lesson in Self-Love After Bizarre OjaySuave Confrontation
"Walk with your head high," Lizzo advised.
PlaqueBoyMax Praises Wardrobe as 'Real Friend' After Award Win at Kai Cenat's Streamer University
Wardrobe has “a very promising future,” according to PlaqueBoyMax.
KAWS x MLB Collection f/ Yankees and Dodgers: How to Shop on Complex
Following its Fanatics Fest debut, we break down how to shop the collection on Complex.
Dave Chappelle Tells IShowSpeed He's 'Proud' of Him at World Cup: 'Love What You're Doing, Brother'
Speed was clearly stoked to meet "my Ohio brother."
Le'Veon Bell Arrested in Ohio in Connection With Alleged Owed Child Support Payments
Complex has reached out to Bell's legal rep for comment.
21-Year-Old 'Backrooms' Director Reportedly Being Eyed for A24 Deal Worth $65 Million
Kane Parsons no doubt has the upper hand in negotiations after the runaway success of his debut feature.
Nick Holiday and Clayborne Bujorian's 'Heard!?' Complex NY Pop-Up f/ Free Timberlands: What to Know
The pop-up, hitting Complex NY this weekend, doubles as a performance.
Diddy's Twin Daughters Praise Him as 'Amazing Dad,' Argue 'His Press Is His Own'
"It's separate," 19-year-old twins Jessie and D'Lila Combs argue.
Family Style New York 2026 Exclusives: How to Shop on Complex
Off-White, KidSuper, and others are featured in the lineup.
Travis Scott, James Blake, and Ludwig Göransson Link for 'The Odyssey' Track "When I'm Home"
La Flame previously worked with Nolan for the 'Tenet' track "The Plan."
LeBron James on Impact 'Big Brother' Jay-Z Has Had on Him: 'One of My Biggest Inspirations'
The four-time NBA champ first met HOV when he was just 16 years old.
LeBron James 'Looking Forward' to What's Next After Lakers Exit: 'This Guy Said Come to the Yankees'
LeBron made clear, however, that fans and haters alike are welcome to join him for the next chapter.
LeBron James, Tiffany Haddish, Travis Bennett, and More Hit UNINTERRUPTED's NYC Athlete Party
Jutta Leerdam, Chiney Ogwumike, and more were also in attendance.
YUME Looks Back on Co-Producing Drake's Kid Cudi-Featuring "IMY2" at Just 14 Years Old
The rising star was credited on Drake's Kid Cudi-featuring 'Certified Lover Boy' track "IMY2."
Kai Cenat Gifted Rat by Streamer University 2026 Student: ‘I Don't Want This’
The peculiar gift was intended as a reference to the star's humble beginnings.
Kai Cenat Surprises Streamer University 2026 Students With Free Phones in Partnership With Ch@mobile
Students also got a full year of Ch@mobile membership.