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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ComplexCon 2026 to Feature 'Streamer of the Year: LIVE' Panel With Agent00, Yonna Jay, and Ray
The panel is set for Oct. 3 with host Jordan Rose.
No, Tom Holland Has Not Been Cast to Play John F. Kennedy in New Biopic From A24
For the love of all that is holy, please start checking your sources.
IShowSpeed Red Carpet Clips Give Rise to Everyone's New Favorite Meme
Speed has once again inspired a wave of memes.
Hayley Williams Recruits Rico Nasty to Perform "Airplanes" Live for First Time in 16 Years
The Hayley-featuring B.o.B. hit peaked at No. 2 on the Hot 100.
Bobb'e J. Thompson, Known for 'That's So Raven' and More, Hit With 30-Month Federal Prison Sentence
Back in April, the actor pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm by a felon.
Drake Tucks 'Panty Dropper' Drink Recipe Into 'FOMO' Short Film
'FOMO' is back on YouTube, and so is the recipe for one of Drake's drinks of choice.
AZ Chike Addresses 'Pressure From Bein' the Best' on Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' in Song From New Album
Next month, Chike takes his just-released 'No Rest for the Wicked' album on the road.
Yes, Rolling Loud Is Actually Selling Official Trash Cans for $999
Finally, a 96-gallon trash receptacle bearing a music festival logo can be yours for roughly a grand.
Cam'ron Can't Get Past Arby's 'We Have the Meats' Slogan: 'I Wouldn't Go in There for a Water'
Don't expect to see Cam stumping for beef 'n cheddars anytime soon.
Jay-Z's Shawn Carter Foundation Hosts Hundreds of NYC-Area Students at Premiere of HBO Docuseries
The Rick Rubin-directed series debuts this Friday and spans eight episodes.
Tay Keith Cause of Death: Medical Examiner Points to Ketamine, Kratom Compound
The producer, 29, was found dead in his apartment in Nashville in June.
BABYMETAL Celebrates 'Marvel Zombies: War Zone' Comic Series With Capsule Collection: How to Shop
The collection is available now, exclusively on Complex.
Mike Tyson Reflects on Being 'Addicted to Chaos' in Netflix Docuseries Trailer
The 'TYSON' trailer also shows the former pro boxer moved to tears at one point.
Robert Pattinson on 'Primetime' Performance as Chris Hansen: 'Like Scarface Meets Jerry Maguire'
"There’s something about his delivery and his cadence that makes it incredibly unique," Pattinson says of playing the 'To Catch a Predator' host.
Sexyy Red Shows Off Custom Pink OVO Chain After Appearance in Drake's 'FOMO' Short Film
Sexyy says she's feeling "spoiled."
Drake Delivers Fun, Poignancy, and Flexing in 'FOMO' Short Film: Everything You Need to Know
'FOMO' featured a good bit of everything, from new music to decidedly on-brand cameos.
Diddy Says He Switched Lawyers in Defamation Suit Because 'I Won't Let Anyone Take Advantage of Me'
"This is strictly a business matter," Diddy said in a statement shared via a spokesperson.
Drake, Don Toliver Flip Ella Langley Hit "Choosin' Texas" in 'FOMO' Short Film
Drake takes his Ella Langley fandom into the booth for 'FOMO.'