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Alton Brown has a history of marriage, divorce, and remarriage. Celebrity chef Alton Brown is one of the culinary arts’ most recognized figures. He’s beloved by fans of cooking and of food. Thanks to Cutthroat Kitchen, he’s popular among BDSM enthusiasts and meme fans, too. Let’s delve into his marital history. And what’s this about a “third wife,” exactly? Alton Brown attends a screening, Q&A and dinner for Netflix’s Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron Legend hosted by Napa Valley Film Festival and the Culinary Institute of America at Copia on June 15, 2022. (Photo Credit: Kelly Sullivan/Getty Images for Netflix) Alton Brown Married Wife DeAnna in 1994 From Good Eats to Cutthroat Kitchen to one of the best seasons of Worst Cooks In America, Alton Brown is a beloved celebrity chef. Long before his face graced our television screens and various memes, he married his first wife, DeAnna Brown. That was in 1994. In 1999, the couple welcomed their daughter, Zoey. In addition to their actual child, they also worked together on Good Eats. DeAnna became an executive producer on Alton’s show. Alton Brown attends the “John Wick: Chapter 3” world premiere at One Hanson Place on May 9, 2019. (Photo Credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images) Various members of Alton Brown’s family appeared on Good Eats. Zoey was among them, receiving the descriptive nickname of “Alton’s Spawn.” Other family members also appeared on the show, including his mother and late grandmother. However, other “family” guests were actors. It was, after all, a cooking show. Alton Brown attends the Food Network’s rooftop birthday party hosted by Alton Brown, Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay and Ina Garten at Pier 92 on October 13, 2018. (Photo Credit: Noam Galai/Getty Images for NYCWFF) Alton Brown Divorced – For The First Time In 2015, after 21 years of marriage, Alton Brown filed to divorce DeAnna. According to a report from E! News at the time, the two had apparently been trying to make it work, without success, and had separated in 2014. Both Alton and DeAnna had been devout attendees of their Southern Baptist Church. In fact, many times, Alton has spoken about his devout Christian beliefs. Despite the issues tearing them apart, including Alton’s busy work schedule, part of why they’d tried to make it work was their church. They’d felt a religious pressure to preserve their marriage at the cost of their happiness. Ultimately, Alton left Johnson Ferry Baptist Church. In fact, he told Time that he was taking a “break” from organized religion and in search of a “new belief system.” He cited his former denomination’s anti-gay doctrine and its emphasis upon indoctrinating children, which were both at odds with his moral stance. Alton Brown attends Atlanta Premiere of Cirque du Soleil’s “LUZIA – A Waking Dream of Mexico” at Big Top at Atlantic Station on September 14, 2017. (Photo Credit: Paras Griffin/Getty Images for Cirque du Soleil) In 2019, several years after his divorce, Alton Brown discussed the end of his marriage in an interview with People. “We really went separate ways in our lives,” the celebrity chef explained. “We changed, the world changed, and she went one way and I went the other way. I think we’re probably both a heck of a lot better off where we are.” He also touched upon stepping away from the Southern Baptist denomination. “There’s too much contradiction for my social beliefs. My social beliefs are far more liberal than what falls under most of the structures of organized religion, and I find that difficult to work with,” he expressed. Alton Brown attends the “Divergent” screening at Regal Atlantic Station on March 3, 2014. (Photo Credit: Moses Robinson/Getty Images) In 2018, Alton Brown Married Elizabeth Ingram Elizabeth Ingram is a restaurant designer from Atlanta. In 2018, the two became engaged. The two married on a boat in Charleston that September. Notably, on Episode 5 of Season 18 of Worst Cooks In America, Alton Brown referred to Elizabeth as his “third” wife. This may have been a joke … or simply a symptom of him losing his mind in the face of culinary disaster. Marriage and divorce are both part of life. Not for everyone, but certainly for Alton Brown. Alton Brown Divorced: His Marriage History, Explained was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Tammy Slaton has come such a long way over the past year or so. The 1000-Lb Sisters lead has received nothing but praise from TLC viewers and social media followers in the wake of her extreme weight loss. Now, however? Slaton is facing a fresh round of criticism. Tammy Slaton in front of the cameras here on 1000-Lb Sisters Season 5. (TLC) Criticism, we should say, but also concern… as the 37-year old shared a new video this week of herself (clad in all black) and a pair of relatively new friends, Haley Michelle and Paola Román. “Three is the magic number #magic #spiritualsisters,” Tammy wrote as a caption to this video, which featured the trio spending time in a park. This footage (posted below) marked the first appearance of Michelle — who calls herself the Paranormal Princess online — and Román on Slaton’s account in nearly a month. Based on the various remarks, not everybody was thrilled about her return, either. Many people are concerned about the influence and the motives of these women. “damn I enjoyed the last month without seeing the clout chasers,” the top comment on the post reads at the moment. “Such a weird vibe.” Another commented as follows: “We don’t like them, Tammy girl.” Michelle started becoming a frequent presence on Slaton’s social media earlier this year, seemingly out of nowhere. Is she simply using the veteran reality star for fame? For clicks? To see an increase in her own levels of fame? Tammy Slaton and Amy Slaton on Season 5 of their reality program. (TLC) In April, for example, the pair and Román went on a self-described girls trip, which they posted about numerous times. “Spiritual Sisters , our powerful connection we don’t have to explain anything to anyone,” Michelle captioned an April 24 Instagram photo of her and Slaton. “You are my Best Friend.” It’s a sweet sentiment, of course. On the same vacation, Michelle uploaded a picture of her and Slaton with their feet dangling in a pool, writing along with it: “Proud of you.” Amy Slaton and Tammy Slaton chat it up here on Season 5 of 1000-Lb Sisters. (TLC) Part the basis behind these worries stems from the fact that Tammy has been seen on Instagram with her sibling, Amy Slaton, since January 2023. In the wake of her husband passing away last summer, Slaton said she was now a lesbian. This statement has also prompted many to wonder whether or not Michelle is Tammy’s girlfriend, which might lead to a different response from critics if it were the case. Tammy says otherwise, though. Tammy Slaton enjoys a meal here on an episode of TLC’s 1000-Lb Sisters. (Image Credit: TLC) In an April 29 TikTok video, Slaton, Michelle and Román danced along to Marshmello and Anne-Marie’s song “Friends” as text on the screen spelled out the lyrics: F-R-I-E-N-D-S / We’re just friends / So don’t go look at me with that look in your eye. Elsewhere, to her major credit, Slaton has lost hundreds of pounds since being hospitalized on Season 4 of her TLC program. And plenty of observers out there continue to give her props for this achievement. We’ll conclude with what one of them said a few days ago: Tammy is looking great! Y’all stop hating on her friends. She needs support from other places and it seems like she’s getting just that. I’m proud of her progress. Tammy Slaton Hangs with New Friends, Prompts Extreme Concern Among Followers was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Ramona Singer has been out and about with a younger man. Even though Ramona Singer has seen a deserved drop in popularity, it sounds like she still has it. The The Real Housewives of New York City alum still has the qualities that made her a Bravolebrity to begin with. She just has a lot more infamy these days. Those quality have apparently helped her to snag a young hottie. There are times when Ramona Singer’s facial expression shows bewilderment and confusion. (Image Credit: Bravo) Who is Ramona Singer’s younger man? According to a new report from Page Six, Ramona Singer attended a subterranean cocktail lounge, the Seville, in New York’s Nomad neighborhood in late May. The spy dished that the RHONY alum was “on a date with a young, hot guy from New Zealand.” New Zealand has churned out multiple hotties — from KJ Apa to Manu Bennett to (and to cite an actor who isn’t best recognized for his role on The CW) Karl Urban. It sounds like Ramona’s reported boy toy was less famous — but no less dreamy. Ramona Singer appears here on Watch What Happens Live in July of 2018. (Image Credit: Bravo) According to the snoop, “They were all touchy-feely with one another.” Sometimes, body-language at dinner is open to misinterpretation. Most adults have had dining experiences where servers made assumptions about who was dining with whom. It could be happening with Ramona and this Kiwi cutie. Ramona Singer is the Queen of bad decisions on The Real Housewives of New York Season 10 Episode 12. (Image Credit: Bravo) Wait, isn’t Ramona already dating someone? Interestingly, this comes amidst reports that Ramona Singer remains in a relationship with New Jersey financier William “Bill” Luby. Even the Page Six report dishing on the fallen Bravolebrity apparently enjoying her cougar era emphasizes that she and Luby remain an item. Or, at least, that no source has come forward with knowledge of a breakup. As both fans and foes of Ramona may recall, she and Luby first became linked around Labor Day in 2022. The two spent the summer of 2023 getting hot and heavy all over the Hamptons. Ramona Singer is ready for her close-up on The Real Housewives of New York Season 9. (Image Credit: Bravo) As for the New Zealand stud, the eyewitness described him as “much younger” than the 67-year-old reality TV personality. That same source specified the younger man as “not model hot, but hot.” According to the report, the two spent time together at the bar “for hours,” commenting that “there was a vibe going on for sure.” It sounds like anyone wishing Ramona well might want to congratulate the cougar. As for the Kiwi, her critics wonder if he knows what he’s in for. Ramona Singer Spotted with Hot Younger Man – But Doesn’t She Already Have a … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Alec Baldwin is getting his own reality show alongside his wife, Hilaria. Considering Hilaria Baldwin’s obvious interest in reality TV stardom, this is not a huge surprise. But the timing is…odd. TLC is launching The Baldwins (though this working title may be subject to change) in 2025. The series will follow the controversial actor, his wife, and their chaotic home. Assuming of course, he’ll be home to participate. TLC released this promotional image for The Baldwins, a 2025 reality series starring Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Baldwin. (Image Credit: TLC) Hilaria and Alec Baldwin Set to Become Reality Stars On Tuesday, June 4, both Alec and Hilaria Baldwin took to Instagram to announce their upcoming reality TV show. As you can see in the video below, the announcement is filled with two main elements. The first is a causal, off-the-cuff vibe from Hilaria and Alec Baldwin. And the second is endless family chaos. In the seemingly off-the-cuff and improvised video, the Baldwins introduce followers to their 2025 reality series. “We’re inviting you into our home to experience the ups and downs; the good, the bad, the wild and the crazy,” Alec Baldwin says during the video. He then declares that “Home is the place we love to be most.” Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Baldwin attend the 2023 PEN America Literary Gala at American Museum of Natural History on May 18, 2023. (Photo Credit: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for PEN America) Hilaria and Alec Baldwin have seven children During the video, we see a montage of the couple’s seven shared children acting like, well, children. They’re excited, they run around, they make noise, they sound overwhelmed. Their eldest, Carmen, is 10. Their youngest, Ilaria, is all of 19 months. Playing the comically overwhelmed parent, Alec tells the camera: “We are the Baldwins, and we’re going to TLC! God help you all.” Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Baldwin attend the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights’ 2023 Ripple of Hope Gala on December 06, 2023. (Photo Credit: Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights) Variety reported on TLC’s official blurb on the reality series, which has a tentative title of The Baldwins. By 2025, it could have a different name altogether. “Alec and Hilaria Baldwin have been making headlines since they were married nearly 12 years ago. In this TLC follow-doc series, Alec and Hilaria invite viewers into the home they share with their seven growing kids,” the network pitches. TLC then teases: “For the first time, they’re opening up their family lives and bringing everyone in to join in the nonstop love, laughter and drama.” Hilaria Baldwin and Alec Baldwin attend the American Museum of Natural History’s 2023 Museum Gala at the American Museum of Natural History on November 30, 2023. (Photo Credit: Mike Coppola/Getty Images for the American Museum of Natural History) Is now a good time for an Alec Baldwin reality show? On social media, some are already speculating that this reality TV series may be an effort to pivot attention away from the Rust shooting. Even dropped charges can stick in the minds of the public. That tragedy’s primary consequence was, of course, the senseless death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and the gunshot injury of director Joel Souza. But for Alec Baldwin, personally, this has also been a hit to his brand and his career. It’s possible that the series could provide a new public image when it comes Alec Baldwin. Or, at the very least, give people something else to discuss — even if it isn’t positive. Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Baldwin attend Glamour Women of the Year 2023 at Jazz at Lincoln Center on November 07, 2023. (Photo Credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Glamour) As we noted when Alec Baldwin was in celebration mode following dropped charges, he’s not yet in the clear. He’s still facing charges this summer for involuntary manslaughter. According to a People report in early June, New Mexico prosecutors seek to have armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed testify against Baldwin. Though he has maintained that he had no idea that the gun was loaded and that he did not pull the trigger, the state hopes to find him legally culpable for manslaughter. He could, in theory, face up to 18 months behind bars if convicted. Which, by our math, says that it’s possible that The Baldwins could see a 2025 premiere while one of its cast members is behind bars. So … that’s awkward. But maybe this is about something a lot simpler than a deadly tragedy Of course, reports from just a couple of months before this announcement said that HIlaria Baldwin was eager to become a reality TV star. Specifically, there were claims that she hoped to join the Real Housewives franchise. Clearly, that has not worked for her. Becoming a Bravolebrity is a dream for a lot of would-be Housewives. Some believe that Alec Baldwin pushed to make this happen as a half-measure. Yes, the two are slumming it with TLC, but it could be worse. It could be WEtv. Alec Baldwin, Wife, & 7 Kids Debut Reality Show As He Faces Prison was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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If you had Demi Moore dating a younger man on your 2024 Bingo card, you probably just won. Following his explosive divorce and the end of of his latest fling, Joe Jonas may have found romance with an unlikely friend of a friend, who just happens to have a history of dating younger men. Anne Hathaway and Nicole Kidman are getting away with it on-screen, but Demi is living the dream! Demi Moore attends the “The Substance” Photocall at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 20, 2024. (Photo Credit: Kristy Sparow/Getty Images) Demi Moore & Joe Jonas Linked: Is Their ‘Friendship’ Turning To Romance? Imagine, if you will, a beautiful afternoon in France. The son is shining, the sea breeze is blowing in, and you’re enjoying a lovely lunch a celebrity hotspot. If that hotspot was the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes, France and you were there during Cannes, you may have run into Demi Moore having lunch with Joe Jonas. That’s where this all starts: the pair were photographed together last month enjoying a middle of the day bite, along with his brother, Kevin. Demi, 61, was in town for the premiere of her movie The Substance at Cannes Film Festival. Joe, 34, made a surprise appearance at the amfAR gala, joining his other brother Nick in performing for the crowd. Joe Jonas attends the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 12, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) It’s reported that when Joe started singing DNCE’s hit “Cake by the Ocean”, Demi was seen dancing with Michelle Yeoh. Somewhere between him singing “talk to me baby,” and her busting a move, they apparently were introduced properly – and a spark took off from there. Now, Page Six, who first published the photos of their lunch date as conflicting sources. One insider told the outlet that things were already getting romantic, while another insisted they were just friends. “Demi and Joe have struck up a friendship. They have mutual friends and they bonded,” the source insisted. Demi Moore attends the “The Substance” Photocall at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival on May 20, 2024. (Photo by Kristy Sparow/Getty Images) Friends To More-Than-Friends So, we’ll have to wait and see if this turns into a budding romance for real. And in truth, it might be too soon for Joe. He literally JUST broke up with his most recent girlfriend, Stormi Bree. And let’s be honest – she was the rebound to his marriage with Sophie Turner, which came to end last September and has been all about the drama ever since. Meanwhile, Demi has not dated seriously since her divorce from her husband, Ashton Kutcher, in 2011. Another younger man, the pair were married for six years before things fizzled out. These days, she’s mostly seen hanging with her 3 kids and her second husband Bruce Willis. The father of all her children, Bruce is suffering from frontotemporal dementia and has had his whole, extended family by his side every step of his health journey. Demi Moore & Joe Jonas…DATING?! Their Flirty ‘Friendship’ Revealed was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Sister Wives star Janelle Brown and her family has suffered so much this year. It’s nice to see smiles on their faces. Three months after the death of her son Garrison, Janelle made time for her other children and took them a magical trip. Despite all the heartache, it looks like the reality star is still finding ways to make memories with her family. And it started with a trip to the happiest place on earth! Janelle Brown & Kids Enjoy Disneyland Tip: Photo At the start of June, Janelle posted a photo of herself with two of her kids: her youngest, Savannah, and her second eldest boy, Gabriel. Dressed in a vibrant, red top and donning classic Minnie Mouse ears, Janelle gave a big smile to the camera as she posed with her kids at Disneyland. The trio stood cozied up together on Main Street U.S.A. , on their way up to Sleeping Beauty Castle. “Disney Day!.” Janelle wrote in the caption. “Gabe and Savanah and I made a quick trip to Disneyland. I never want to waste an opportunity to make memories.” Totally understandable and a great mantra to live by. And the kids look so happy! Just look at Savannah in those adorable Pooh Bear ears! And Gabe rocking a classic, Disneyland Spirit Jersey. They got the fits – bring on the fun! Garrison Brown and his mother, Janelle, on Sister Wives. (TLC/Youtube) A Happy Place Amid a Sorrowful Time Making memories feels more important than ever to this family. While Janelle’s other children – Maddie, Hunter, and Logan – didn’t join them, all of her kids have been dutifully by her said ever since the passing of their brother, Garrison. Garrison died by suicide on March 5, 2024. His death devastated his loves ones, which included his father Kody Brown and his other wives, Christine, Meri, and Robyn. But perhaps no one put their grief better than Savannah, who posted Instagram after his cause of death was confirmed. “Two weeks ago, on Tuesday March 5, my older brother Garrison took his own life. He was 25.,” she began in the caption of a photo of Garrison holding her as a baby. “I’m having a hard time understanding it. But I know now, more than anything, that my brother Garrison is no longer in any more pain. Every time I see a car that looks like his on the road, I briefly wonder if it’s him on his way home from work before I am reminded that he is gone. When I make PB&Js, I am reminded of him. When I look up at the night sky, he is there. I deeply hope that anyone who may be reading this never underestimates how big of a hole their loss would leave. Persevere, for the sake of your family, for the sake of your friends, for the sake of the ones who love you. “ Persevere… that’s what this family is doing now, in the wake of unspeakable grief. Whatever helps, we want it for them. Janelle Brown Takes Kids To Disney 3 Months After Garrison’s Death was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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We are just under one month out from the premiere of OutDaughtered Season 10. We can’t say for certain just how this latest batch of episode will conclude. But a number of TLC users feel as if they’ve seen enough. They’ve witnessed the growing tension between spouses Danielle and Adam Busby and they can’t help but wonder: Are these two even a couple at this point?!? The cast of OutDaughtered poses here for a poster. (TLC) For those in need of a refresher, Danielle and Adam got married in 2006 and then welcomed their first child, Blake, in 2011. In 2015, meanwhile? Danielle gave birth to quintuplets. Yes, we wrote quintuplets. That is FIVE children, you guys! Say hello to OutDaughtered stars Danielle and Adam Busby. (TLC) As you might expect, the couple landed a reality show as the result of such an unusual situation. And as you also might expect, being the parents of six very young kids has taken its toll on Danielle and Adam, perhaps never more noticeably than thus far on Season 10. On the new season, Danielle has been demanding more help from Adam around the house as the girls are growing up. Due to conflicting schedules and even contrasting views on parenting in general, the husband and wife have never seem more distant. “Something we’ve talked about in the past over and over again, things have gotten difficult,” Danielle said on a recent episode. “We are pulled in multiple different directions at multiple different times, and we just can’t keep up with it.” The Busby family spends time together in this reality show scene. (TLC) A major source of disagreement between Danielle and Adam at the moment appears to be whether or not to hire a nanny. The latter has made it clear he doesn’t want an “extra hand” around the house, but the former has then told her husband he better “step up” and be of much greater assistance. The fallout, at least in the eyes of the general public, has been disdain for Danielle that is rather akin to the criticism that came the way of Kate Gosselin way back in the day. Viewers of this same cable network formerly believed that Kate was far too critical and far too controlling of her then-husband, Jon, when they had their own series on TLC that also centered around their very large family. OutDaughtered stars Adam and Danielle strike a pose here with their kids. (TLC) Wrote one social media user in response to what he/she saw on screen this season: “Wake me up when we get a season of Adam finally living his truth.” Added another: “She’s a ‘default’ parent because she refuses to let Adam make any decisions. And when he sneaks one through she always disagrees. If it is not her way, it’s the wrong way.” As most celebrity gossip followers know well, the pressure became too much for Kate and Jon Gosselin, who split up in 2010 and who still trash each other to this day. Many observers are therefore keeping a close eye on Danielle and Adam Busby, very much afraid this romance will meet the same fate. OutDaughtered Divorce: Are Danielle and Adam Busby Still Together? was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Halsey’s health struggles continue to be heartbreaking, as the pop star seemingly reveals she’s battling cancer and Lupus. In her announcement of a surprise new single and album, Halsey posted some videos of her life while creating new music. In has involved endless doctors visits, losing her hair and a promise to herself to fight her illness. Strong. Powerful. Beautiful. It defines the song and the artist. Halsey attends Gold House Hosts 2024 Gold Gala at The Music Center on May 11, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images) Halsey’s Hints She Has Cancer and Lupus Announcing New Single Halsey’s had a rough go of it in her young life. Already, she has had to deal being with diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Sjogren’s syndrome, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and POTS. Now, with the announcement of her new single, The End, her illness journey has seemingly intensified. In the caption of her post, which features several videos of her receiving unknown treatments, she tags two organizations. The first is the Lupus Research Alliance; the second is Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. This seems to indicate that she has been diagnosed with both conditions, though she has not confirmed this as of yet. She has, however, made donations to both organizations to coincide with the song’s release. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that several other celebrities also suffer from, like Selena Gomez. It is a chronic (long-term) disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of your body, according to the alliance. Leukemia and lymphoma are both blood cancers that affect the immune system. In short, Halsey has been dealt a very rough hand, and things may have worsened. In the caption, she wrote, “long story short, i’m Lucky to be alive. short story long, i wrote an album.” Halsey’s Illness Journey Halsey, who uses she/they pronouns, appears to be in tremendous pain in the videos she shared. In one, she is dressed in comfy clothes, but looks anything but. She’s rubbing her calves and complains about feeling like an “old lady.” “I told myself i’m given two more years to be sick,” she says in the video.” When I’m 30 I’m gonna rebirth, I’m not gonna be sick and I’m gonna look super hot.” The pop star, who is currently 29, then shares videos of themselves getting treatment. Whether this is chemo or something else, it’s hard to say, but they involve and IV. The videos also seemingly show Halsey losing her hair, bit by bit, until finally, she has a bald head while singing in the studio. The videos show their tears and their hard days and their resilience. They also give understanding to the new song they dropped. Halsey’s ‘The End’ Lyrics Explained Halsey fans have been waiting for them to drop a highly-anticipated fifth album for years. Now, it seems clear why it took so long to come together. Still, the first single has dropped and The End is about her illnesses and her fears over how they affect her love life. She sings: “Every couple of years now, a doctor says I’m sick / Pulls out a brand new bag of tricks / And then they lay it on me / And at first, it was my brain, then a skeleton in pain / And I don’t like to complain, but I’m saying sorry.“ Things get even more heartbreaking by the chorus: If you knew it was the end of the world / Could you love me like a child? / Could you hold me in the dark? / If you knew it was the end of the world / Would you like to stay a while? / Maybe we could build an ark. Halsey Seemingly Reveals Cancer & Lupus Diagnosis: ‘I’m Lucky to Be … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Kanye West is being sued by a former employee. Whether he’s saying outlandish and inappropriate things or suspected of criminal wrongdoing, Ye’s reputation is terrible. It’s entirely his own doing, especially after his outspoken antisemitic rants horrified the world. It’s sadly no surprise to hear that someone who used to work for him is taking him to court. In this case, the lawsuit accuses Kanye of wrongful termination, of sexual harassment, and of unpaid termination. Rapper Kanye West attends a game between the Washington Wizards and the Los Angeles Lakers in the fourth quarter at Crypto.com Arena on March 11, 2022. (Photo Credit: Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Kanye West is being sued by hsi former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta According to court documents that Page Six obtained, Lauren Pisciotta is suing Kanye West. The filings detail that she began working for him in July of 2021. At that time, he was preparing to launch his Yeezy fashion line. Pisciotta is an influencer. As such, the legal documents explain, Kanye offered her $1 million (as an annual salary) to work as is assistant. She would need to be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to do the job. Lauren Pisciotta accepted the job. In her lawsuit, she shares that she was making another $1 million through her OnlyFans account at that time. However, in 2022, Kanye West allegedly insisted that she become more “God like,” by which he meant to delete her account. He allegedly offered to raise her salary to $2 million per year to compensate for the lost income. The lawsuit accuses him of not actually adjusting her income despite their agreement. Kanye West onstage during the 2022 BET Awards at Microsoft Theater on June 26, 2022. (Photo Credit: Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET) According to the lawsuit, things then became worse The bit about asking her to delete her OnlyFans is weird and controlling. It’s also hypocritical given Kanye West’s apparent porn studio aspirations. Kanye’s alleged failure to deliver the promised raise to Pisciotta is even more serious. That sort of thing can happen as an honest mistake, but any responsible employer should immediately work to rectify it with apologies. However, the filing says that Kanye began sending Lauren Pisciotta vulgar text messages. The sort of content that is inappropriate for an employer to send to an employee. “See my problem is I be wanting to f–k but then after I f–k I want a girl to tell me how hard they been f–ked while I’m f–king them. Then I want her to cheat on me,” one of the inappropriate texts allegedly reads. That is, at best, oversharing that is inappropriate for any workplace. However, in addition to burdening Pisciotta with explicit details of his sexual fantasies, he allegedly sent her photos and videos of his actual sexual activities with various women. (If this is true, it’s possible that he did not have permission to share this media with others) Kanye West attends the Balenciaga Womenswear Spring/Summer 2023 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on October 02, 2022. (Photo Credit: Anthony Ghnassia/Getty Images For Balenciaga) The alleged sexual harassment continued According to Pisciotta, she received inappropriate photos of “current and former” Yeezy employees from Kanye West. And the incidents apparently went beyond what he sent to her. Other accusations include Ye allegedly masturbating while speaking to her on the phone, asking her about her sex life (including the penis sizes of her boyfriends), and forcing her “to remove her cardigan while she was in the office because he said ‘it was covering too much.’” Perhaps the most alarming item in the lawsuit is the allegation that Kanye locked them in a room together and then masturbated beside her before he fell asleep. Pisciotta also reports in the lawsuit that he became angry when she declined to “date or have sex” with him. In the summer of 2022, Lauren Pisciotta received a promotion. She was Chief of Staff for several of Kanye West’s companies, and would allegedly receive a $4 million salary. However, within a month, he fired her. Pisciotta’s lawsuit notes that she was offered a $3 million severance … but never received it. It has been nearly two years, and she would like to receive money that her former employer owes her. For that reason, she is suing West for compensation for breach of contract and also for a hostile work environment. The described circumstances are a recipe for getting sued, and Kanye West seems to be learning that the hard way. Kanye West Sued for Sexual Harassment By Former Assistant: New Details was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Trina McGee has an announcement to make. A very personal, very exciting and rather surprising announcement to make. The actress, best known for having played the character of Angela Moore on the final three seasons of Boy Meets World, is pregnant. At the age of 54! Trina McGee at Blushington on November 10, 2015 in West Hollywood, California. (GETTY) “At the tender age of 54 I have found myself pregnant,” McKee wrote via Instagram on June 3. “Please bless us with your prayers for a safe delivery. Thank you.” McGee added in her that she plans to “sign off social media for a bit.” She also thanked supporters “in advance” for their prayers and well wishes. The pregnancy reveal comes shortly after the star bared her belly in a photo taken at Malacate Beach, Belize. In the snapshot, the actress — donning a blue crop top and white maxi skirt — held a dessert item in her hand, writing in the caption at the time: “If I show up at your door with a coconut cake we bout to have fun.” After a fan remarked about her noticeable “bump,” Trina wrote back, “Yup.” Trina McGee attends Gran Centenario Tequila presents Angels In The Sky at Mondrian Los Angeles on May 19, 2015 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Rachel Murray/Getty Images for Gran Centenario Tequila) Not many other details are available concerning McGee’s situation here. McGee is already mother to three children, two of whom she shares with ex-husband Randall Courtland Davis. She has been married to actor-producer Marcello Thedford for 16 years, according to People Magazine, after the spouses met over two decades ago while filming the 1996 Sylvester Stallone flick Daylight. As cited above, McGee took on the role of Shawn Hunter’s love interest on Boy Meets World from 1997 to 2000. In 2015, she returned to the character for an episode of the Disney Channel spinoff Girl Meets World. Trina McGee arrives at the premiere of “Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas” at the Century City Cinemas on June 22, 2003 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) In response to McGee’s bombshell, a number of social media users had a number of messages to send along. “54?!?! Years old?!?! I mean yeah congratulations on the baby but how are you 54?!” one person wrote, for example. “54?!?! No way lol. But congratulations!!” another user chimed in We feel the same way. McGee looks great! We wish her nothing but the best of luck moving forward. Trina McGee, Boy Meets World Star, Pregnant at 54! was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Brad Pitt’s daughters, from youngest to oldest, have officially sworn their allegiance to their mother. One by one, news has come out that each of the young women have dropped the “Pitt” from their hyphenated last name. All will now simply be known by their mother Angelina Jolie’s surname. How did this happen? Yes, Brad’s relationship has been strained with his kids ever since the infamous plane incident of 2016. And yes, the girls are practically all grown up now, free to make decisions about their life as they like. But are things really that bad between Brad Pitt’s daughters and their estranged father? The short answer? Yes. Shiloh Jolie, Zahara Jolie, Angelina Jolie and Vivienne Jolie attend the “Eternals” UK Premiere at the BFI IMAX Waterloo on October 27, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images) Brad Pitt’s Daughters: His 3 Girls, All Grown Up Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt share six children together: 3 adopted, 3 biological. Of those kids, they share three daughters: Zahara, 19, Shiloh, 18, and Vivienne, 15. Zahara was the first daughter Angelina adopted from Ethiopia after her first son, Maddox, and second son, Pax. Shiloh was Brangelina’s first biological child. On July 12, 2008, Angie gave birth to twins Knox Léon and Vivienne Marcheline Jolie-Pitt in Nice, France. Thus the family was complete. The six children and their parents were the picture perfect Hollywood family for many years. Then, in 2016, everything went to hell. Angelina accused Brad of injuring her and verbally abusing their children during a heated encounter aboard a private jet. The separation was swift, but the divorce is still in works, at least on paper, almost a decade later. Growing up with their parents at war, the kids have had a front row seat to the battle, and as they’ve come of age, they’ve all chosen sides. Specifically, their mother’s side. Brad Pitt holds hands with daughter Zahara as he, Angelina Jolie, and their young family arrive at Narita International Airport on January 27, 2009 in Narita, Chiba, Japan. (Photo by Junko Kimura/Getty Images) Zahara Dropped Surname ‘Pitt’ With Her Sorority First, Brad Pitt’s eldest daughter seemingly dropped her father’s last name. It was months before either of her sisters, but only made news after the fact. She appeared in a video as a new member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority in November 2023. In the short clip, she introduces herself to the other girls at Spelman College, and from her own lips comes the name she’s using these days. “My name is Zahara Marley Jolie,” she said in a resurfaced clip. “Coming all the way from the Golden State in the city that is full of angels, Los Angeles, California.” Angelina Jolie and daughter Vivienne Jolie-Pitt attend the opening night performance of “Reefer Madness: The Musical” at The Whitley on May 30, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images) Vivienne Drops Brad’s Last Name With Broadway Debut A few months later, Angelina Jolie hit the red carpet with her youngest daughter, Vivienne, for the premiere of the Broadway musical The Outsiders. At just 15, Vivienne helped her mother produce the show based on the book/1980’s hit film. For her contributions, Vivienne’s name appeared in the Playbill for the show. However, it was listed as “Vivienne Jolie” instead of “Vivienne Jolie-Pitt.” It’s unclear if she’s taken any legal action to change her name, or if she simply asked for it to be printed that way to show solidarity with her mother. But if she does want to legally change it, her older sister, Shiloh, can help her with that. Brad Pitt and daughter Shiloh Jolie-Pitt arrive for the U.S. premiere of Universal Pictures “Unbroken,” December 15, 2014 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California. (ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images) Shiloh Jolie-Pitt Hires Lawyer To Changer Her Name It was the news that captured the world’s attention and sparked the conversation to begin with. On Monday, May 27, 2024, Shiloh’s 18th birthday, Brangelina’s first biological child hired a lawyer and filed documents to change her name legally. No longer would she be “Shiloh Jolie-Pitt”, but simply “Shiloh Jolie.” The news was surprising, as in the weeks leading up to her milestone birthday, there were a plethora of reports that Shiloh was looking to move in with her dad and trying to mend the gap between her estranged parents. Clearly, some “sources” had their information wrong. Like Suri Cruise before her, Shiloh took the opportunity of turning 18 to show, once and for all, that she’s chosen her mother over her estranged father. Brad Pitt, star of the upcoming Formula One based movie, Apex, walks in the Pitlane prior to qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 17, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) Brad Pitt’s “Upset” Shiloh and His Daughters Have All Dropped His Name So, where does this leave Brad? From this vantage point, all of his children have forsaken him. And according to those closest to him, he’s feeling the sting of their rejection. “He’s aware and upset that Shiloh dropped his last name. He’s never felt more joy than when she was born. He always wanted a daughter,” a source shared with People. “The reminders that he’s lost his children, is of course not easy for Brad. He loves his children and misses them. It’s very sad,” adds the insider. It is, but it’s also important that children have boundaries with their parents once they are adults. Whatever their relationships are with their father now, it’s on their terms, and he has to accept that. And then maybe he’ll try again with his next kid. Did you hear the rumor that his girlfriend is pregnant? Brad Pitt’s Daughters All Drop His Last Name & He’s ‘Upset’ was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Truly devastating news this week out of the sports and entertainment industry: Spencer Wright and his wife took their three-year old son, Levi, off of life support on Sunday… not long after the toddler suffered a brain injury in the wake of driving his toy tractor into a river. The incident took place back on May 21. Kallie Wright and Spencer Wright with their son Levi. (Facebook) Family friend Mindy Sue Clark confirmed the passing of Levi on Facebook. “I cannot even begin to explain how hard the last two weeks have been,” Clark wrote in a June 3 post. “From the moment my phone rang the night of his accident, to last night receiving the message that he had to go. I don’t want to focus on the bad or sad, even though it feels like someone ripped my heart out and squeezed it right in front of me.” Mindy went on to praise the community who rallied in support of Levi, saying on this same platform: “I want to focus on the many miracles we all got to bear witness to in those 12 days.” (Facebook) Levi was placed in critical condition after the aforementioned accident. His mother, Kallie, previously shared an update on June 2 that the family would be “letting him go” very soon, explaining: “After several sleepless nights, lots of research, multiple conversations with the world’s best neurologists & millions of prayers we are here in the face of our biggest fear. “Levi showed us just enough to buy us time for all of this,” she continued. “We prayed those things were him defying odds & proving to us that he wanted to stay here but we see now he wanted to give us time to find peace with letting him go. “I told you my baby was thoughtful & considerate, I truly believe he did that for us.” Kallie and Spencer also share a five-year old daughter and a nine-month old son, both of whom are pictured along with their late sibling in the Instagram photo posted by their dad directly above. Concluded Kallie over the weekend: “I find comfort in knowing he will be restored to the perfect little boy he was & have the ability to do all the things he loves! “I know there are Angels up there waiting to hold him until I can again! We will miss him every second of every day down here but feel without unwavering doubt this is the best thing we can do for him! “We love you baby beans and I can’t wait till the day you can ‘work the ground’ with me again.” For her part, Clark wrote the following via Facebook after Levi was taken off life support: “He brought so many people together. In a world so dark, we got to see light at the hands of a child. He’s everything his mom and dad could’ve wanted him to be. “I am so thankful for all the time I got to be his ‘aunt Mindy.’ That is a blessing I will never be able to top.” Levi Wright, 3-Year Old Son of Rodeo Star, Dies After Toy Tractor Accident was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Fans are wondering if Mindy Kaling quit Inside Out 2 … and, if so, why? Mindy Kaling is an actress, producer, and even a mom. She is also a voice actor with several memorable roles. Countless children who don’t know her from The Mindy Project or The Office recognize her voice from Inside Out. But Mindy Kaling isn’t part of the sequel, even though most of the main cast is returning. Mindy Kaling attends the Los Angeles premiere of Disney-Pixar’s “Inside Out” at the El Capitan Theatre on June 8, 2015. (Photo Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) Who came back for ‘Inside Out 2’ in 2024? Inside Out 2, the Pixar film with a June 14 release date, is the long-awaited sequel to 2015’s Inside Out. The coming-of-age animated story covers the inner workings of a young girl. A cast of five emotions, each personified, guides her actions as she processes life. (You might think of it as a psychological Osmosis Jones) Lewis Black returns as Anger for Inside Out 2. Amy Poehler returns as Joy. Phyllis Smith returns as Sadness. But what about Mindy Kaling’s Disgust and Bill Hader’s Fear? The absence of these two big-name stars from the highly anticipated sequel may be shocking, but it’s not a surprise. In the first days of 2023, The Wrap reported that Mindy Kaling would not return as Disgust. Or, rather, that she wasn’t part of the sequel at the time … allowing for the potential that Pixar could involve her later during development. Even at the time of that report, there were rumors that at least some of the cast would not be returning. Why? Over salary disputes, fans believed. Paula Poundstone, director Pete Docter, Mindy Kaling, Richard Kind, Lewis Black, Kaitlyn Dias, Bill Hader, Amy Poehler, Kyle MacLachlan, Phyllis Smith, Bobby Moynihan, and John Ratzenberger attend the Los Angeles premiere of Disney-Pixar’s “Inside Out” at the El Capitan Theatre on June 8, 2015. (Photo Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) Mindy Kaling confirmed that she wasn’t doing ‘Inside Out 2’ “I had a great time working on ‘Inside Out’ and am sure ‘Inside Out 2’ will be great,” Kaling affirmed while speaking to The Wrap. “But,” she clarified, “I’m not working on it.” It’s important to note that Mindy Kaling used specific language — stressing that she wasn’t part of the project “right now.” Pixar as a studio is very famous for radically changing projects during production (original plans for Frozen had Elsa as a villain!). Kaling could have theoretically joined the cast in the year-and-a-half between that report and the film’s release. Mindy Kaling speaks onstage during Warner Bros. Discovery Upfront 2024 on May 15, 2024. (Photo Credit: Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Warner Bros. Discovery) One of the reasons that an actor might or might not end up attached to a project is simple: contract negotiations. Sometimes it’s about money. That can mean someone’s direct pay, or licensing issues, or even what promotional obligations they have. It is perfectly reasonable for an actor to hold out for more pay, especially from a large studio. At the same time, sometimes a studio like Pixar will look at its budget and realize that they can hire talented, less famous voice actors with enough left over to pay multiple animators. Mindy Kaling attends The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2024. (Photo Credit: Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images) Why doesn’t ‘Inside Out 2’ include Mindy Kaling? Or Bill Hader? Mindy Kaling, despite being no stranger to speculation and rumor, did not divulge the reason for not returning as Disgust. It might be easier if Bill Hader publicly explained why he didn’t come back as Fear. Instead, it remains widely reported and believed that the cause was pay disagreements. So now, Liza Lapira voices Disgust in the sequel. And Tony Hale (already part of the Pixar family for voicing Forky in Toy Story 4) is stepping up to voice Fear. These are two talented actors with lengthy work histories, and were solid choices to delight audiences. Mindy Kaling attends the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 12, 2023. (Photo Credit: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images for Vanity Fair) Inside Out 2 producer Mark Nielsen spoke to LADbible about Kaling and Hader’s departure. “It’s been nine years since that first film, and you try to get their original cast back together, but it doesn’t always work out,” he stated vaguely. “Man, we love Bill Hader and Mindy Kaling. They’re always going to be part of this Pixar family,” Nielsen emphasized diplomatically. “But we also love Tony Hale, who was also Forky in Toy Story 4, and Liza Lapira.” Mindy Kaling: Did She Really Quit ‘Inside Out 2’ Over Money? was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini are besties again. In recent years, Leah Remini has spoken out courageously against the Church of Scientology. She carries that same attitude into her everyday life. Which can also mean confrontations with friends. Remini had a falling out with Lopez a couple of years ago over the latter’s Ben Affleck reconciliation. Now, it osunds like things are back on track. Leah Remini and Jennifer Lopez take part in SiriusXM’s Town Hall with the cast of ‘Second Act’ hosted by Andy Cohen at SiriusXM Studios on December 12, 2018. (Photo Credit: Cindy Ord/Getty Images for SiriusXM) Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini have (reportedly) reconciled According to a report by Page Six, Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini’s friendship shattered a couple of years aago. In 2022, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s reconciliation put her bond with Remini to the test. A test that they did not pass. Per the report, Remini had warned Lopez that reuniting with her ex was just repeating past mistakes — and ignoring the lessons from them. Leah Remini attends the International Documentary Association’s 35th Annual IDA Documentary Awards held at Paramount Studios on December 07, 2019. (Photo Credit: Michael Tran/Getty Images) According to the inside source, Leah Remini reminded Jennifer Lopez that she and Affleck didn’t work out two decades earlier for a reason. “Because he is selfish and is not fully committed as a partner,” the insider claimed. The source then reported: “J Lo was so mad, she cut off all ties.” Leah Remini, Bob Simonds, and Jennifer Lopez attend the ‘Second Act’ World Premiere After Party at West Edge on December 12, 2018. (Photo Credit: Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images) That is apparently why Leah Remini wasn’t at the Bennifer wedding In 2022, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck married a second time. This delighted a lot of fans of the relationship, but clearly didn’t leave Remini feeling impressed. According to this report, Lopez straight up did not invite Remini to the wedding amidst their falling out. Memorably, reports at the time claimed that Remini was simply too busy helping her daughter, Sofia, prepare for college. That may still be true … but it may also have been a timely explanation for why Remini “couldn’t make it.” Jennifer Lopez and US actor Ben Affleck attend Amazon’s “This is Me… Now: A Love Story” premiere at the Dolby theatre in Hollywood, California, February 13, 2024. (Photo Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images) Since then, however, Leah Remini has reportedly been hoping to reconcile with Lopez. “They were friends for years,” an insider described to Page Six. Amidst the widespread and enduring reports of Jennifer and Ben not getting along, “She wants to reach out to her,” the source went on. “But she can’t just call up and say, ‘I told you so.’” Jennifer Lopez arrives at the premiere of Netflix’s “Atlas” at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on May 20, 2024. (Photo Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) The friendship is back on! According to the report, Leah reached out. And she was presumably too diplomatic to rub Lopez’s nose in it. She apparently offered her support. Sometimes, even the best of friends have tensions, fights, or even a falling out over some dude. It never feels like it at the time, but that’s what it’s about. It’s nice to hear that even people with famously intense personalities can patch things up. And not a moment too soon — as Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s marriage may not last that much longer. Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini Rekindle Friendship After Affleck Feud: Report was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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How did Mamie Laverock fall? That’s the question every fan of When Calls The Heart is asking after learning that star Mamie Laverock is lucky to be alive. Her parents have been keeping the public informed, ever since she was hospitalized. Their latest update reveals their daughter is in a “tremendous pain” after enduring a “medical emergency at home,” followed by a 5-story fall once in the facility. What exactly happened? Was this a horrible accident or did Mamie try to hurt herself? Here’s what they’ve shared. Mamie Laverock starred as nursing student Rosaleen Sullivan on ‘When Call The Heart’s first two seasons. (Hallmark Media/Photographer: David Dolsen) Mamie Laverock’s Accident: How Did The Hallmark Star Fall? On May 11, the 19-year-old star of the hit series When Calls The Heart suffered a still an undisclosed medical emergency. If not for her mother, who arrived just “in time to save her life,” according to Mamie’s GoFundMe page, she may have been lost to her family. However, things went from bad to worse after she was admitted to a Vancouver hospital. Mamie shockingly suffered a five-story fall from a hospital walkway, resulting in her being placed on life support. How and why she fell are still being investigated. A spokesperson for the hospital confirmed to that “an incident happened” but refused to go into further detail. “In cases related to patient safety, an internal critical incident review is conducted to determine exactly what happened and to make recommendations for improved patient safety,” the rep said. However, Mamie’s parents insist they have “a case” against the hospital, and point the finger at hospital staff. In speaking with the LA Times, Mamie’s mother, Nicole Rockmann, said that any potential legal action they take would be considered a “negligence-type case.” “We have a case,” she said. “All we care about is that Mamie can make a recovery and that she’s alive and that she’s fighting and that she’s strong. It’s unbelievable that she’s with us.” A bright smile and a beloved daughter, Mamie Laverock’s family is sharing continual updates about the young actress after her fall. (Hallmark/Youtube) Mamie’s Mother Addresses Concerns Over Daughter’s Mental Health With very little information released, concerned fans started to fear that Mamie’s fall was perhaps intentional on her part, as horrible as it is to imagine. However, her mother was clear that her daughter’s fall was not “intended” and was not a suicide attempt. “It’s unbelievable that she’s with us,” she said. “This is an absolute miracle and there will be accountability.” Still, as fans can rest easier knowing that Mamie was not attempting suicide, the young star still has a long way to go with her recovery. Mamie Laverock as Rosaleen Sullivan alongside the cast of ‘When Call The Heart’. (Hallmark Media/Photographer: Michael Courtney) A Shattering Update and The Long Road Ahead Back on her GoFundMePage, her family revealed that since the fall, things have been so much worse for Mamie. Though she is no longer being treated at the same hospital as the accident, she’s now having to deal with far more problems. “Focusing now on Mamie’s surgery today. Her body has been shattered. She has undergone two 11 hour surgeries with two doctors working on her, a three hour surgery and another surgery today,” the family recently wrote. When her mother spoke to the Times, she had the most uplifting update to date. “Mamie just opened her eyes,” her mother said through tears during a phone interview, before adding. “Let’s just hope this is the turnaround and she’s going to get through this now. I couldn’t be happier that people reached out and cared. The story will be told.” We’re keeping her in our thoughts and pulling for a full recovery! Mamie Laverock’s Accident: Her Fall & Mental Health Explained By Her Mom was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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As previously reported, Jenn Tran has made history. Now, however, the question becomes: To whom will she make love on Season 21 of The Bachelorette?!? Forever and ever? Jenn Tran will be the first-ever Bachelorette of Asian American descent. (DISNEY/JOHN FLEENOR) Back in late March, ABC announced Tran as the first-ever Bachelorette of Asian American descent. Now, the same network has announced the cast of suitors that will soon be vying for Tran’s heart. “I want someone to ground me,” Tran previously explained of how she views romance. “I bring fiery energy and I want someone to have a little bit of fiery energy, but also to ground me a little bit. Put me in a place. Are you ready to meet the men who might fit this description? Based on series history, one of the following contestants (whose official bio is included below) will end Season 21 engaged to Tran and will then split from Tran a few months later… (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Aaron is an aerospace engineer who is ready to love someone to the moon and back. If he looks familiar, it might be because his twin brother, Noah, famously found love on Bachelor in Paradise. Aaron and Noah are extremely close and even more competitive. They come from a big family of 11 kids. Aaron is a romantic who is excited about the opportunity to find true love with Jenn and can’t wait to meet our leading lady. When Aaron isn’t working hard building satellites to send into space, he loves spending time on the lake, playing volleyball, and perfecting his golf game. This engineer says he’s emotionally available and is ready to meet the girl of his dreams. We can’t wait to see if he and Jenn find a love that’s out of this world. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Austin is a California boy who loves the beach, sushi, and the idea of finding someone to share them both with for the rest of his life. He just needs to find a woman who will appreciate and accept his mullet. The sales exec is looking for an honest, loving, fun woman with whom to start a family. While he’s passionate about his career in sales, Austin is constantly thinking ahead, saying, “Everything tha tI do is for my future. I can’t wait to give my future wife and kids the life they deserve.” When Austin isn’t working, he loves playing baseball, attending Padres baseball games, and calling his mom. Austin is just as sweet as he is handsome, and we are excited to see if sparks fly when he meets our Bachelorette. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Brendan is an adventure-seeking Canadian who won’t apologize for fighting for love.The commercial real estate broker seems to have it all with a successful career, great friends and loving family, but one major piece is missing: his wife. Brendan has had multiple long-term relationships but has been unlucky in love. His last girlfriend left him for his best friend, and since then, he says dating apps just don’t work for him. Brendan much prefers life with a partner by his side. While he might be shy at first, he’s extremely kind, loyal and empathetic once you get to know him. He loves a spontaneous excursion and is hoping Jenn is ready to jump headfirst with him into the adventure of a lifetime. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) This small-town boy has big dreams when it comes to finding love. Brett has great energy, strong confidence and a lot of personality to go around. Though Brett loves to be the life of the party and won’t turn down anyone who challenges him to a dance-off, underneath his outgoing exterior is an authentic man with a sensitive soul who’s ready to find “the one.” Brett’s parents have been married for over 30 years, and he wants to find a love that can stand the test of time like theirs has. He is looking for a woman who he can connect with on a deep level emotionally and who also has a good sense of humor. Brett can’t wait to meet Jenn and see if she’s the woman he’s been looking for! (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Brian has both humor and heart. He packed up his big personality and Long Island accent, and moved to Florida to chase his dreams and enjoy the hot weather. He can’t wait to meet the Bachelorette and says, “I hope to meet the woman of my dreams, my partner in crime, my queen.” He’s looking for a strong and confident woman with whom he can plant roots. When the aesthetics consultant isn’t helping people feel like their most beautiful selves, he loves spending time with his family, specifically his nieces and nephews. His parents served in the NYPD and FDNY. Brian is pumped for the chance to fall in love again and can’t wait for his Bachelorette journey to begin. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Will you accept this rosé?! Dakota the certified sommelier is ready to sweep Jenn off her feet with his good looks, goofy personality and eternal optimism. Dakota has been a caretaker of others for a lot of his life and is hoping to start a relationship where they can be there for each other. He is wise beyond his years and is very proud of his career as a sommelier. Dakota promises he’s here for the right reasons saying, “I truly believe the Bachelorette came at a divine time with where I’m at in my life, and Jenn is the kind of woman I hope to meet.” He hopes to take her to his hometown where he can show her around all the gorgeous vineyards and toast to their future together. Will Jenn be the perfect pairing this sommelier has been looking for? (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Devin is the full package and is so ready to meet his match. This business owner is 100% husband material and dreams of surprising his partner with romantic gestures throughout their relationship. Devin is extremely hardworking, passionate about his career, and proud of the business he’s built. When he’s not working, he loves running and spending time with his dog, Charlie—these two are a package deal. Devin is hoping his future wife is honest, kind, and embraces his big personality. He admits he’s a bit loud and loves to talk. Devin is truly here to find his person and hopefully return home with Jenn by his side. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Dylan might be young, but he knows exactly what he wants in life and is very serious about finding a wife with whom to settle down. His parents are still together and have provided him with the example of love he hopes to find in life. Dylan is looking for a partner with similar morals to his, who wants a family, and with whom he feels instant chemistry. The medical student is smart and empathetic, and plans on becoming a doctor one day. When he isn’t working toward his goals, Dylan loves listening to Drake and attending Sacramento Kings games. Despite not having luck in the love department yet, Dylan says he’s the kind of guy to bring home to parents. Will Jenn be bringing Dylan home to meet her family? Only time will tell! (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) It’s easy to see what makes Grant such a catch. His smile lights up every room he walks into and is followed by his positive attitude. Grant is a mama’s boy who loves poetry and reading, and says he’s here to find the love of his life. The former pro basketball player is passionate about his new career as a day trader and hopes to be able to provide for his future family. When Grant isn’t hustling at his job, he loves watching the Lakers, going bowling, and singing his heart out at karaoke. After his last long-term relationship didn’t work out, Grant is excited for the chance to fall in love again and can’t wait for his Bachelorette journey to begin. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Hakeem is an energetic guy with a big personality. He is ready to find someone to bring home to meet his big Jamaican family and introduce his favorite parts of his culture, like Jamaican food. Hakeem is funny, outgoing and honest, and loves planning cheesy romantic dates for his partner. He worked hard to get his master’s degree at Northwestern University, and when he’s not hard at work, he loves listening to reggae music and rewatching The Lion King. While Hakeem has spent most of his life in Chicago, he hopes to move somewhere warm someday to settle down and start a family of his own.Could Jenn be the perfect match for him? (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Jahaan is an extremely smart, successful guy who founded his own company and has prioritized his career throughout his 20s. Now that this Forbes 30 Under 30 bachelor has built his empire, he is truly ready to meet a woman with whom to share it all. The NYC local will do anything for the people he loves and finds great joy in making people feel cared for and understood. Jahaan is very close with his family and wants to start a family of his own someday with the woman of his dreams. He hopes his future wife is outgoing, ambitious and creative. Sounds like he’s come to the right place! (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Jeremy is a spontaneous, loyal and generous guy who is here to find his forever love. He has had long-term relationships in the past but has been unlucky in love ever since. When Jeremy loves, he loves hard and enjoys coming up with creative ideas for special date nights. When he isn’t working as a real estate investor, he loves staying active, traveling the world, and spending time with his family. He is looking for a lasting relationship where he and his partner can have great communication and share a good sense of humor. Jeremy says his love language is physical touch, and he’s hoping his future wife is ready for all the cuddles and kisses. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) John is a smart, athletic stud with a heart of gold. He is fulfilling his life dream of becoming a doctor and is excited to see if he and Jenn have chemistry. John is hoping his future wife is compassionate, honest and ambitious. He also hopes to have a big family someday, just like the family he grew up in. While the future doctor takes his work very seriously, he’s always up for a good time, whether that’s hosting a game night, going to the movies, or playing some basketball. John says he “lives a life of gratitude” and is truly thankful for this experience to get to meet Jenn. He’s totally a relationship guy, so let’s see if Jenn is the long-term love he’s been dreaming of! (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Jonathon is really something special. With his gorgeous smile, his entrepreneurial spirit, and a loyal heart, he has it all. Jonathon is just missing his partner by his side and is ready to meet the woman of his dreams. He’s a self-proclaimed romantic who says, “I treat every girl the same way I would want to see my mother and sister treated.” Jonathon is well-traveled, spontaneous and excited about the possibility of traveling the world with Jenn. When the creative director isn’t working, he loves listening to Post Malone, checking out local escape rooms, and playing lacrosse with his friends. Jonathon is here to find his perfect match and hopefully return home with Jenn by his side. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) This thrill-seeker is ready to find love. Kevin is an adventurous guy who loves living on the edge by going skydiving, bungee jumping and cliff diving. Now, he’s ready to dive head first into romance as he looks for his future wife with the Bachelorette. While Kevin loves adventure, he’s also very ready to settle down and even bought a home in which to plant roots. He hopes to build his family with the woman of his dreams in this space. When Kevin isn’t working at his job in finance, he loves being a huge foodie by trying new restaurants and cooking up delicious meals on the barbecue. Will this be the end of Kevin’s search for love? Fingers crossed. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Marcus is a real-life superhero. The military veteran and Harvard alum is so excited to meet Jenn and hopes she’s the kind, honest, humble woman for whom he’s been searching. Marcus is a man of humility and wants to start a life with someone who shares his core values. When he isn’t working hard toward his career and his future, Marcus loves going rock climbing with friends and grilling on a Saturday night. Marcus has been in love before and is ready to settle down and start a family with his perfect match. He is looking forward to meeting Jenn and is hoping to find a relationship that will stand the test of time. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Get you a guy who can do it all. Marvin is the CEO of his own company, loves his family, and has a handsome smile to match. He considers himself a romantic and is looking for a wife who has “sugar, spice and everything nice.””Open communication and strong family values are very important to Marvin. He’s hoping to start a family soon and is ready to create a legacy with his future soulmate. Marvin loves the luxurious things in life, like always being “GQ ready,” but is also down to go camping and explore nature. Talk about versatility! Marcus is confident his future wife is out there and is hoping it’s Jenn. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) This southern boy is ready to find love. Matt’s family and friends describe him as genuine, open-minded and loyal. He is passionate about his work in his family’s insurance business and is truly ready to be “wifed-up.” When he’s not working, Matt loves going hiking, making music, and spending time with his beloved dog, Nina. He’s also really into meditation and hopes to find a woman who is all Zen, no drama. Matt’s dream date is exploring a museum with the woman of his dreams and talking about all the different art pieces. His parents are still together and very much in love, so he’s looking for a love story like theirs. Hopefully Matt will go from Zen to Jenn! (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Class is in session! Caleb, aka Moze, is an algebra teacher who’s ready to see if Moze + Jenn = true love. The self-proclaimed certified lover boy is charismatic, charming and serious about settling down. Moze is extremely close to his family and hopes to have a big family of his own someday. He’s been in long-term relationships before, so he knows he’s a great partner and is always willing to grow and improve when it comes to showing up for the person he loves. Moze’s ultimate date would be a trip to the moon, and he isn’t afraid to try freestyle rapping for his lady on a first date. So Jenn, hope your bags are packed for a relationship that’s out of this world! (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) A guy like Ricky is every girl’s dream. The former pro baseball player is looking for a deep emotional connection and is tired of the superficial dating scene. He was born and raised in Puerto Rico before moving to Florida with his family, where he lives now. Ricky learned English as a teen by writing poetry and watching rom-com movies. He says he is always working on himself and strives to become a better person every day. Ricky’s ultimate date would be making breakfast together and watching the sunrise at the beach. Eggs and bacon with a handsome guy like Ricky? Sounds like the perfect one-on-one to us! (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Sam M. brightens every room with his dazzling smile.His tattoos and muscles might look tough on the outside, but Sam M. swears he’s a total softie. He’s always been a relationship guy and says his “ultimate dream” is to be a loving husband and father. Sam M. has been in love before and is extremely loyal when it comes to his partner. Cheating is his No. 1 deal-breaker and he is looking for a partner as loyal as he is. When Sam M. isn’t working in contracting, he loves riding motorcycles, golfing, and watching Sons of Anarchy. For Sam M., this journey is all about finding his forever, so here’s hoping he can find that meaningful connection with Jenn. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Sam N.’s energy is unmatched. The entrepreneur comes from a big Persian family and he hopes to meet his dream woman to welcome into his world. Sam N.’s family is extremely important to him and so is their approval of anyone he dates. He only dates women he truly sees a future with, and he can really see a future with Jenn. Sam N. is driven and adventurous, and wants to take his future wife on thrilling dates like going zip lining. When he’s not working, Sam N. loves watching rom-coms and spending time with his BFF, aka his dog, Wagmi. Sam N. and Wagmi are a package deal, so hopefully Jenn is ready for some puppy love! (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Spencer is a glass-half-full kind of guy. He oozes positivity in everything he does, from spending time with his family to running his own businesses. The entrepreneur’s work is centered on pets and inspired by his adorable dog, Roux. When Spencer isn’t working, he loves running, playing Catan with his friends, and traveling. Spencer is used to being the wingman for his buddies, but he’s truly ready to find his person for life. This mama’s boy is ready to leave the nest and is looking for a family-oriented woman who is optimistic, loyal, and loves his dog. Life is never boring when Spencer is around, and he plans to make the most out of every second he has with Jenn. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Thomas N. has a heart of gold.The retirement adviser loves his work and giving back to a community that he says doesn’t get enough attention. Thomas N. comes from a big Vietnamese family and is very proud of his family’s heritage and culture. His family has been through a lot, and he hopes to find a love as strong as what his parents have. Thomas N. is looking for a future wife who loves him for him and is ready to start a family. When he isn’t working, he enjoys swimming, watching Guy’s Grocery Games on the Food Network, and spending time on a boat with his friends. The little things matter just as much as the big things to Thomas N. in a relationship, and he’s ready to shower Jenn with little romantic gestures. (Disney/Richard Middlesworth) Tomas A. has the ultimate golden retriever energy. He’s outgoing, lovable and a total catch. The Canadian cutie comes from a big Italian family and says his dream date night would be making homemade pizza together with his future wife. Tomas A. is hoping to meet an adventurous woman who loves traveling and is someone he can trust. When Tomas A. isn’t helping others working as a physiotherapist, he loves playing hockey, going on runs with his running club, and watching Friends. He’s hoping Jenn can be the Rachel to his Ross! Who could ask for anything more? The Bachelorette Season 21: Meet Jenn Tran’s Men! was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Are Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith divorced? Longtime fans of the celebrity pair have expressed confusion over their complex relationship. Will Smith and his family are Hollywood royalty. But what is the actual status of his marriage to Jada? Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith attend the 94th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood and Highland on March 27, 2022. (Photo Credit: Mike Coppola/Getty Images) Are Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith still married? In late 2023, Jada Pinkett Smith shared her marital status with NBC News. She was, she explained, still very much married to Will Smith — albeit on paper. According to Jada, the couple had been secretly but effectively separated since 2016. At the time, that meant seven years of leading their own lives while masquerading as a still-committed couple. “Yes, it was not a divorce on paper, but it was a divorce,” Jada told Today Show host Hoda Kotb. She then touched upon rumors that had circulated about the couple. Some wild claims included whispers that the two were in a lavender marriage, or that they were swingers. “I can definitely understand why there would be misunderstandings,” Jada diplomatically acknowledged. “But none of it’s true.” Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith attend Apple Original Films’ “Emancipation” Los Angeles premiere at Regency Village Theatre on November 30, 2022. (Photo Credit: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images) Why haven’t Jada and Will just gotten a divorce? Naturally, most people with the financial means to move on might find it easier to split than to pretend that their relationship remains unchanged. “I think just not being ready yet,” Jada reasoned. “Still trying to figure out between the two of us how to be in a partnership.” She continued: “And in regards to how do we present that to people, you know? And we hadn’t figured that out.” Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith attend the 27th Annual Critics Choice Awards at Fairmont Century Plaza on March 13, 2022. (Photo Credit: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Critics Choice Association) “I think by the time we got to 2016, we were just exhausted with trying,” Jada expressed. “I think we were both kind of just still stuck in our fantasy of what we thought the other person should be.” She admitted: “I made a promise that there will never be a reason for us to get a divorce. We will work through whatever. And I just haven’t been able to break that promise.” When it comes to divorcing now, even when this is no longer a secret, Jada emphasized: “We don’t want to. We love our family. And we love each other. It’s more of a life partnership. Ten years from now, Hoda, who knows?” Will Smith attends the Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Focus” premiere at TCL Chinese Theatre on February 24, 2015. (Photo Credit: Jason Merritt/Getty Images) What has Will Smith shared about this? In 2023, Will Smith told The New York Times that his wife’s open and honest discussion of matters of the head and heart were inspirational to him. “When you’ve been with someone for more than half of your life, a sort of emotional blindness sets in,” he characterized. Will acknowledged: “You can all too easily lose your sensitivity to their hidden nuances and subtle beauties.” Will Smith and his wife actress Jada Pinkett Smith attend the World Premiere of Disneys Aladdin at El Capitan theatre on May 21, 2019. (Photo Credit: VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images) On Thursday, May 30, 2024, Will Smith made a public appearance with his family for the Bad Boys: Ride or Die premiere. That includes still-wife Jada Pinkett Smith. His son Trey, whom he shares with ex-wife Sheree Zampino, was there. So were son Jaden and daughter Willow, whom he shares with Jada. Jada’s mother, Adrienne Banfield-Norris, was also present. Will Smith and Jada are not divorced. But it’s clear that neither of them know exactly what the future holds for their family. They’re doing what works, for as long as it works. Sheree Zampino attends Muse By Haleh Mashian at Mash Gallery on September 10, 2022. (Photo Credit: John Sciulli/Getty Images for Mash Gallery) Will Smith previously married and divorced Sheree Zampino In May of 1992, Will and Sheree married. They welcomed their son, Trey, in November of that year. The married did not last. In 1995, the couple divorced — a painful decision that continues to haunt Will Smith, as he memorably told Jada on Red Table Talk in 2020. “Divorce was the worst thing in my adult life, divorce was the ultimate failure for me,” Will Smith expressed. “I’ve been hurt a lot in my adult life, but I don’t think anything touches the failure of getting divorced from my 2-year-old son’s mother.” Both Will and Sheree moved on. Will married Jada in 1996. Sheree married Terrell Fletcher in 2007, though the two would divorce in 2014. Many people know Sheree best from The Real Housewives. She joined The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in 2002, both as a successful businesswoman and as a famous Hollywood ex. Sheree and Will have managed to act as co-parents for Trey, even as exes. This has continued into Trey’s adulthood. Loving family units come in many shapes and sizes, and exes can still be family. Will Smith Divorced: His Marriage History With Jada, Explained was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Pat Sajak has been hosting Wheel of Fortune since 1981, a tenure that will come to an end when he retires official on June 7. Why did Pat Sajak decide to retire? It’s an easy question to answer, once someone finally got around to asking the game show host. In the days before his final show, Pat revealed what he plans to do with his time, now that Ryan Seacrest is taking the Wheel. And his next job is a pretty important one. Host Pat Sajak performs during taping of the NFL Players Week 10th Anniversary on Wheel Of Fortune on December 6, 2005 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images for PLAYERS INC) Why Did Pat Sajak Retire? Pat Sajak reflected on hosting Wheel of Fortune for the last 40 years in a new interview with Good Morning America, 4 days before his final episode is scheduled to air. Sitting across from his daughter, Maggie Sajak, Pat explained that any big feelings he has about leaving the show are behind him. “It’s surprisingly OK,” Pat said. “This was announced a long time ago, almost a year ago,” he noted. “So I’ve had time to sort of get used to it. And it’s been a little bit wistful and all that, but I’m enjoying it and taking it all in and reflecting on the great run.” Pat admitted to his daughter that he knows he could’ve carried on with the show for more years, if he wanted to. “I’ve always said to you, you’ve heard me say this dozens of times, ‘I’d rather leave a couple years too early than a couple of years too late.’ Could I still do it? Yeah, I think I could for a while,” Pat shared. But the truth is, Pat is ready to move on, and he has his eye on a new job after leaving Wheel for good. “I’m perfectly happy if it just means that I’ll continue with my crossword puzzles and play with grandchildren. Hint hint hint. No pressure,” he joked to his daughter, who at 29, doesn’t have any kids of her own. Maybe Pat is hoping her new romance will take off! Hosts Pat Sajak and Vanna White cut cake at the the 25th anniversary celebration of the television game show “Wheel Of Fortune” at Radio City Music Hall September 27, 2007 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images) His Final Show & Ryan Seacest’s Takeover By the fall of 2024, it’ll be it will be Sajak out, Seacreast in! Pat’s last show will air on Friday, June 7th. Ryan Seacrest officially takes over as host in September 2024. An official start date has not been announced. When the news of Ryan replacing Pat was officially announced, Ryan sang his predecessor’s praises. “I’m truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak,” Seacrest said in a statement. Ryan will be joined by longtime co-host, Vanna White. Despite rumors of salary disputes, Vanna is set to stay on to continue her own legacy. Again, Ryan is thrilled “This is such great news,” Seacrest, 48, told Willie Geist during a “Sunday Sitdown” segment. “Vanna has been such a staple on that show and in our living rooms for so many years. I have been very excited to work with her, but now that it’s official I can say, ‘Congratulations Vanna! I can’t wait.’ ” Pat Sajak’s Net Worth Pat Sajak retires as a man not only with a pop culture legacy, but as a father and husband with the means to enjoy said retirement. Celebrity Net Worth estimates Sajak to be worth $75 million. Meanwhil,e Money Inc. guesses he’s just slightly less: $65 million. But again, these are just estimates. Both are likely made off of his most publicly announced salary of $15 million a season (per Forbes). Plenty of money to have around to enjoy the next chapter! Pat Sajak May Be Retiring, But He’s Also Prepped For His Next Job: Grandpa was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Tragic and shocking news today out of the professional sports world: Larry Allen, considered by man to be the greatest offensive lineman in National Football League history, passed away on June 2 while on vacation with his family. He was 52 years old. Larry Allen becomes emotional after being elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame during the Pro Football Hall of Fame Press Conference at the New Orleans Convention Center on February 2, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) Said the Dallas Cowboys on Monday in response to this tragedy: “Larry, known for his great athleticism and incredible strength, was one of the most respected, accomplished offensive linemen to ever play in the NFL. “His versatility and dependability were also signature parts of his career. “Through that, he continued to serve as inspiration for many other players, defining what it meant to be a great teammate, competitor and winner.” 49ers defensive end Marques Douglas is stopped at the line by Dallas guard Larry Allen late in the game as the Dallas Cowboys defeated the San Francisco 49ers by a score of 34 to 31 at Monster Park, San Francisco, California, September 25, 2005. (Photo by Robert B. Stanton/NFLPhotoLibrary) Allen was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013. He was an 11-time Pro Bowl selection who played a dozen seasons with the Cowboys and then two final seasons with the San Francisco 49ers. A second round draft pick in 1994 out of Sonoma State, Allen won the Super Bowl with Dallas in 1995. He played right tackle, right guard and left tackle — protecting such star quarterbacks as Troy Aikman and Tony Romo — but mostly starred at left guard and was named to the All-Decade team for the 2000s. Larry Allen talks with Mackenzy Bernadeau #73 of the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on October 19, 2014 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Concluded the Cowboys in the team’s message this morning: “He was deeply loved and cared for by his wife, Janelle — whom he referred to as his heart and soul — his daughters Jayla and Lariana and son, Larry III. “The Jones family and the Cowboys extend their deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to the Allen family and grieve along with the many other friends and Cowboys teammates that also loved Larry.” No cause of death has been announced at this time. We send our condolences to the friends, family members and loved ones of Larry Allen. May he rest in peace. Larry Allen Cause of Death: All-Time Great NFL Star Dead at 52 was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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A bat landed on (and bit) Taylor Momsen on stage. Now that’s some Gossip, GIRL! Taylor Momsen has been making headlines for her music performances since she was much younger. Young enough that her fan base was much creepier. This time, however, it’s not the Gossip Girl alum’s planned performance that’s raising eyebrows. A very unplanned guest star crashed the stage. The bat landed on Taylor Momsen’s thigh during her performance. Taylor Momsen speaks onstage at the 2022 iHeartRadio Music Awards at The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California on March 22, 2022. (Photo Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for iHeartRadio) A bat landed on Taylor Momsen Taylor Momsen and her band, The Pretty Reckless, were performing in Spain during the final week of May. A bat landed on the singer’s thigh during the performance. At first, she didn’t even realize that it was there. As you can see in the videos that Taylor Momsen posted to her Instagram, audience members noticed before she did. Soon, however, Momsen was asking crew members for help. There was, after all, a bat clinging to her thigh. Soon, the bat flew off. “I must really be a witch,” Taylor Momsen joked to the audience about the bat visit. She had been performing the song, “Witches Burn,” during the incident. Very serendipitous. Taylor Momsen attends the Frederick Anderson show during New York Fashion Week: The Shows at Prince George Ballroom on February 15, 2023. (Photo Credit: Dominik Bindl/Getty Images) The bat did end up biting Taylor Momsen Taking to her Instagram caption, Taylor Momsen admitted that she’d had “no idea” that the bat was on her leg. She didn’t learn about it “until the incredible crowd kept screaming and pointing.” Momsen then shared of the bat: “He was cute, but yes he bit me.” In this spring 2024 caption, Taylor Momsen detailed her on-stage encounter with a bat while performing in Spain. (Image Credit: Instagram) As you might have guessed, she will spend the next two weeks undergoing rabies shots. Though not all wild animal bites involve rabies (in fact, biting can be a normal panic response in a small, disoriented mammal), it is an important precaution. Wild bats seldom want to land on humans, let alone bite us. Bats want to eat insects or fruit while avoiding predators. Humans are apex predators that dwarf the small, flying mammals. Rabies could drive a wild animal to approach a human and bite. However, the deafening sounds of a music performance could disorient a bat’s sonar, prompting the lil’ fella to land wherever he can. Taylor Momsen performs onstage during A GRAMMY Salute to The Beach Boys at Dolby Theatre on February 08, 2023. (Photo Credit: Amy Sussman/Getty Images for The Recording Academy) No bats allowed Taylor Momsen was sure to thank the staff at the hospital. She also gave a shoutout to the crew. Taking to Instagram, she acknowledged the AC/DC stage crew (she has been opening for their show) for their sense of humor. The crew had put up a “no bats” sign. That won’t stop the bat unless it can read. But it certainly brought a smile to Taylor Momsen’s face. She’ll need that sense of humor as she continues to receive preventative rabies treatments. Taylor Momsen Bit By A BAT On-Stage While Performing: Watch Wild Video was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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As he’s made clear in recent years, Jason Duggar no longer follows every strict family rule. We direct you to these Jason Duggar shirtless photos as red hot proof of such defiance. In at least one way, however, the 24-year old clearly does still abide by what his polarizing parents (Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar) taught him. Jason still follows their dating rules. Jason Duggar appears on his family’s TLC reality show. (TLC) Sorry. Their courting rules. On May 30, Duggar made his romance with a mystery woman official via Instagram, sharing a photo in which he’s clasping hands with this woman and another in which he’s spinning her around on the beach. Jason simply posted a heart emoji for a caption. As described above, and as you can see below, Duggar didn’t reveal the name of this partner; nor did he even show her face. But fans have a theory, you guys! A number of members of the Bates family — whose own reality series, Bringing Up Bates, ran for 10 seasons on Up TV — commented on Jason’s revealing upload. For example, Esther and Whitney Bates, commented on the post with a smiley face/heart of emoji, which prompted another user to note: “The fact that Bates sisters are commenting with ????eyes makes me think it’s a Bates sister.” Jason Duggar speaks to the camera during an appearance on his family’s TLC reality show. (TLC) The heads of their enormous family, Gil and Kelly Bates have 19 children. Their aforementioned program went off the air in 2022. It didn’t receive as much attention as Counting On, the series that catapulted Jason to fame, mostly because the Bates family has avoided the kind of controversy that has so often come the Duggars’ way. Most notably when it has come to Josh Duggar, who cheated on his wife; molested his siblings; and was then convicted on child pornography possession charges. Jason Duggar sits shotgun in a pickup truck driven by a friend of his. (Instagram) For their part, the Duggars have traditionally abided by a courtship process due to their conservative Christian background. Prior to a couple’s wedding day, kissing, hand-holding and other public displays of affection are not permitted. Early in the courtship process, a chaperone must also be present for all outings and/or dates. “Courting is getting to know each other in a group setting, both families spending time together and the couple setting goals together to determine if they are meant to marry,” Jim Bob told People Magazine in 2013. “With dating, a couple will often pair off alone and that sometimes leads to a more physical relationship.” Jason Duggar is Courting! Can You Name This Mystery Woman? was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Venom: The Last Dance, the final movie in the Spider-Man villain trilogy, looks like it’ll be one hell of a film, if the trilogy is any indication. It has humor, action, and enough conflicted Tom Hardy to go around. But it’s severely lacking in one thing: Michelle Williams. Tom Hardy and Michelle Williams attend a photo call for Columbia Pictures’ “Venom” at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills on September 27, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images) Where exactly is Brock’s ex-fiancee in all this commotion? Is Michelle Williams even returning for the last movie? Or has she been – GASP- replaced?! ‘Venom: The Last Dance’ Trailer: Watch Tom Hardy’s Final Turn As Symbiote Villain All good things must come to an end, and after a decade of playing the brain-eating, symbiote villain Venom from the Spider-Man comics, Tom Hardy’s taking his final bow as Eddie Brock. The trailer for Venom 3 dropped on Monday, June 3, proves that fans will get everything they’ve come to love about the franchise. More than that, fans will get something they’ve been clamoring for: more aliens! “Eddie and Venom are on the run,” read the movie’s logline. “Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie’s last dance.” ‘Venom 3’s Cast: Brand New Faces, But Where’s Michelle Williams? In the trailer, we meet all the brand new characters joining the franchise. Juno Temple and Chiwetel Ejiofor join the fold as scientists hell bent on stopping the alien invasion, with a specific interest in Eddie and Venom. We also see the return of Mrs. Chen, played by Peggy Lu. But you know who you don’t see? Anne Weying. You know, Michelle Williams’ character. Anne Weying is a pretty important person in Eddie/Venom’s life. Not only is she Eddie’s ex, but in the sequel, Venom: Let There Be Carnage , she actually morphed into She-Venom. Are you really going to tell us that the trilogy is going to close out without her?! Well, we have some good news and bad news. The bad news: her name isn’t anywhere to be found on the cast list. Between that and her not showing her face in the trailer, it doesn’t look good. Except that Michelle really, REALLY loves the franchise! Michelle Williams arrives for the 2024 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 6, 2024, in New York. (Photo by Angela Weiss / AFP) Michelle on ‘Venom 3’ Return: “Bring Me Back” That’s the good news. Despite the movies failing to be box-office smashes, Michelle has loved every second of being in these films. During a interview with Variety, she made it clear her dearest hope is to reprise the role in Venom 3. “I have every intention of continuing with the series,” she said. “I certainly hope they bring me back.” And why wouldn’t they! Honestly, the best part of the last movie was the She-Venom transformation. The truth is, as this is the final film, some things might be being saved as a surprise. Like a cameo from Michelle … or another important figure in Venom’s life. Tom Holland attends the Los Angeles premiere of Sony Pictures’ ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ on December 13, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images) Will Tom Holland Be In Final Venom Film? The last time fans truly saw Venom on the big screen was in the Spider-Man: No Way Home post-credits scene. The movie, which features different Spider-Man villains transported into the mainline MCU, waited until the last second to introduce Spidey’s greatest foe into the narrative. At the end of Venom: Let There Be Carnage, the alien baddie teleports into the MCU and sees Tom Holland’s Peter Parker on a news broadcast. When we pick up with him in No Way Home, he’s zapped back to his universe — but not before leaving behind a gooey piece of his symbiote. What happens in Last Dance will no doubt set the stage for what’s to come of Venom outside of his own franchise. ‘Venom: The Last Dance’ Looks Amazing, But Where’s Michelle Williams? was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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You heard that right: Cyndi Lauper is retiring and she’s decided to bow out with a bang of a tour. The “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” singer-songwriter announced a farewell tour on June 3rd, preparing her fans in 23 cities in North America – and around the world – for the end. Let’s dive into the tour dates, details, and Cyndi’s farewell message to fans. Lifetime Ally Icon Cyndi Lauper attends the 2024 WeHo Pride Parade on June 02, 2024 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images) Time after Timer: Cyndi’s Retiring At 70 years young, Cyndi Lauper has been redefining music for five decades. Like other trailblazers of her era, she’s more than earned the right to some rest. However, Cyndi did not include a specific message to her fans explaining why she’s retiring with the tour announcement. It’s likely that she’ll talk about it later in the week. She’s poised to start promoting a new documentary about her career, “Let the Canary Sing,” that premieres on Paramount+ Tuesday. That same day, Cyndi will participate in a handprint ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. Such an honor! Cyndi Lauper performs after the “Let the Canary Sing” premiere during the 2023 Tribeca Festival at Beacon Theatre on June 14, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Tribeca Festival) Cyndi Lauper Tour Dates & How To Buy Tickets Tickets go on sale for The Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour on Tuesday, June 4 for an artist presale. The general on-sale begins Friday at 10 a.m. local time at LiveNation.com. While no opening acts have been announced just yet, the dates for the tour are below, so you can know for sure when you can catch Cyndi this fall: Fri Oct 18 | Montreal, QC | Bell Centre Sun Oct 20 | Toronto, ON | Scotiabank Arena Thu Oct 24 | Detroit, MI | Fox Theatre Sat Oct 26 | Boston, MA | MGM Music Hall at Fenway Sun Oct 27 | Washington, DC | Capital One Arena Wed Oct 30 | New York, NY | Madison Square Garden Fri Nov 01 | Nashville, TN | Bridgestone Arena Sun Nov 03 | Columbus, OH | Schottenstein Center Wed Nov 06 | Tampa, FL | Amalie Arena Fri Nov 08 | Hollywood, FL | Hard Rock Hollywood Sun Nov 10 | Atlanta, GA | State Farm Arena Tue Nov 12 | Dallas, TX | American Airlines Center Thu Nov 14 | Austin, TX | Moody Center Sat Nov 16 | Houston, TX | Toyota Center Tue Nov 19 | Phoenix, AZ | Footprint Center Wed Nov 20 | San Diego, CA | Viejas Arena Sat Nov 23 | Los Angeles, CA | Intuit Dome Sun Nov 24 | Palm Desert, CA | Acrisure Arena Tue Nov 26 | San Francisco, CA | Chase Center Sat Nov 30 | Portland, OR | Moda Center Sun Dec 01 | Seattle, WA | Climate Pledge Arena Wed Dec 04 | Minneapolis, MN | Target Center Thu Dec 05 | Chicago, IL | United Center Cyndi Lauper Wants To Have Fun On Tour Once More Before Retiring was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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Will he or won’t he? This is the question on the minds of, well… pretty much everyone on the planet. Will Travis Kelce actually get down on one knee and ask for Taylor Swift’s hand in marriage and will these superstars truly become the power couple in Hollywood and beyond?!? Jason Kelce has hinted at the possibility for his brother and the most successful solo artist in history. Joe Biden invites tight end Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs to speak during an event on the South Lawn of the White House on May 31, 2024 in Washington, DC. President Biden hosted the Chiefs to honor their 2024 Super Bowl win. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images) Now, meanwhile, we have a chance to hear from Travis himself on the pressing topic. Kelce was on stage over the weekend in Kansas City as part of the Big Slick Celebrity weekend charity event. He was joined at this event by Jason Sudeikis, who was in character as fictional soccer coach Ted Lasso. At one point, based on a video that has made the social media rounds, Sudeikis asks the future Hall of Famer: “Hey Travis, real talk, okay, just the guys here. When are you going to make an honest woman out of her?” Will Travis Kelce propose someday to Taylor Swift? We sure hope so! (Photo by Fernando Leon/Getty Images for Raising Cane’s) This, of course, is a reference to Kelce proposing to Swift. As the crowed cheered and hollered, Travis rubbed his beard and smiled. He didn’t say anything. “Look, Taylor doesn’t need to be working anymore,” Sudeikis then joked, prior to making a quip about Kansas City Chiefs player Harrison Butker’s recent remarks during a speech at Benedictine College and adding: “I know your kicker agrees with me.” Butker previously said that women should strive to be homemakers, not to make any actual living, a point of view with which Kelce does not agree. Travis Kelce answers questions from the press on the red carpet during Kelce Jam 2024 at Azura Amphitheater on May 18, 2024 in Bonner Springs, Kansas. (Photo by Fernando Leon/Getty Images for Raising Cane’s) Kelce briefly tossed his head back at this citation and then let out a small chuckle as he continued to sit calmly next to the actor, who even went on to joke about women’s voting rights. “Guys,” the Chiefs star tight end finally said. “You’re really pushing it.” This may have been the case. But are you gonna ask Swift to marry you or what, Travis?!?!?!?!?!? ???? | jason sudeikis, george wendt and travis kelce for a sketch during tonight's big slick show pic.twitter.com/01P1qWiYed — Jason Sudeikis Updates (@SudeikisNews) June 2, 2024 Kelce has been dating Swift since last fall. She has attended a number of his football games, while Kelce has been spotted in the audience of plenty of Swift’s Eras Tour concert stops. And even when Kelce is not there? Swift has paid very clear tribute to her serious boyfriend. These two are clearly so very smitten with each other and we simply with them the absolute best. Travis Kelce Responds to Taylor Swift MARRIAGE Question: Will He Propose?!? was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article
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So much for tradition. With The Real Housewives of New Jersey sagging in the ratings, and with many out there wondering whether or not The Real Housewives of New Jersey will even be canceled after this upcoming season, we now have a significant update on the franchise. And it’s a significant change, as well. Say hello to the ladies of The Real Housewives of New Jersey. (Andrew Eccles/Bravo) According to a Bravo insider, there will NOT be a Season 14 reunion to wrap up this year’s feuds, arcs and storylines. Such a decision marks the first time this series will ever conclude without such a special. A source has told Page Six this is due to the “divisive state of the show,” while People Magazine quotes someone who had said the following of the surprising move: “A reunion is meant to have resolution and it’s clear in the season final that there is no path forward in that type of setting. So the network is figuring out a different concept to wrap up the season.” Danielle on The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 14. (Bravo) How mysterious, huh? Season 14 features veteran cast member Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga, plus Dolores Catania, Margaret Josephs, Jennifer Aydin, Jackie Goldschneider, Danielle Cabral, Rachel Fuda and Jennifer Fessler. Through four episodes, things really do seem rockier than ever among, well… everyone. This is nothing new, of course, considering The Real Housewives of New Jersey has had split panels at BravoCon over the past two years. At this point, sisters-in-law Teresa and Melissa do not even interact with each other, although a recent finale trailer made it look like this will eventually change. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 14 cast members pose here for the camera. (Bravo) Elsewhere, Margaret is not getting along at all Teresa, either, after alleging at the season 13 reunion that the mother of four’s husband, Luis Ruelas, called and threatened her son at his place of business. We can’t say for certain how these feuds will play out on the episodes to come, but look for an intense all-cast dinner to be feature on the final Season 14 installment. “It makes sense,” the Page Six insider teases. “And once viewers see the finale, the decision to forgo the traditional reunion will make even more sense.” Teresa Giudice and Louie Ruelas attend 2023 Variety’s Women Of Reality TV at Spago on November 29, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images) To be clear, no one associated with Bravo has commented on this strong reunion rumor just yet. The only previous time when a reunion was canceled in the Real Housewives franchise was in season 13 of The Real Housewives of New York City. After that? Producers fired the entire cast and brought in new women for Season 13. “Everything and anything is on the table,” an insider tells People about any similar move for this franchise, noting that “all options are being discussed and “nothing official about the show has been decided.” The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 14: Major Spoiler Alert! was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article