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It may be the end of a massively successful era at Bravo. According to In Touch Weekly, Andy Cohen may soon be parting ways with the cable network… in the wake of dwindling ratings for a number of programs, along with a number of controversies swirling around the mega producer. “Negotiations for Cohen’s departure package are underway as he grapples with the fallout from mounting accusations by his stars,” said a tabloid source this week. Andy Cohen attends iHeartRadio z100’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented By Capital One at Madison Square Garden on December 8, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Manny Carabel/Getty Images for iHeartRadio) How could this, considering Cohen has hosted a talk show on Bravo for years and is the executive producer of pretty much all Real Housewives franchises? Back in February, Brandi Glanville accused Cohen of inappropriate behavior. In a letter, the star alleged that an “inebriated” Cohen sent Glanville a video message awhile back stating of “his intention to sleep with another Bravo star that night while thinking of her and invited her to watch via Facetime.” The letter went on to say that the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star felt “trapped” and “disgusted” due to the nature of Cohen’s exchange. Andy Cohen attends 15th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation An Enduring Vision Benefit at Cipriani Wall Street on November 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images) Cohen defended himself at the time by insisting he was merely joking around, but also said it was “totally inappropriate and I apologize.” Also, earlier this year, Leah McSweeney filed a civil lawsuit in the Southern District of New York. It names Cohen, Bravo Media, NBC Universal Media, Warner Bros. Discovery, Shed Media US and three producers… and it claimed that these defendants were responsible for unsafe workplace environment, one in which employees experienced pressure to consume alcohol. McSweeney went on to accuse of producers discriminating against her history of alcoholism and mental health struggles by “intentionally planning scenarios intended to exacerbate [her] disabilities.” Their alleged goal, she wrote? To “create morbidly salacious reality television.” Andy Cohen attends Variety’s 2023 Power of Women event at The Grill on April 04, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images) Cohen and Bravo have denied the accusations from McSweeney, withh one insider previously saying: “This couldn’t be further from the truth,” says a Bravo insider. Still, Cohen no longer has the standing he once enjoyed at Bravo. But does this mean he’s truly on the way out? “There is absolutely no truth to this story — it is obviously made up by a source who is not credible,” a Bravo spokesperson told People Magazine on Thursday. Andy Cohen takes part in SiriusXM’s Radio Andy Annual Holiday Hangout at SiriusXM Studios on December 14, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images for SiriusXM) Back at BravoCon 2023 in November, Cohen didn’t sound anxious to change jobs any time in the near future. “Next year is my 20th year at Bravo,” he said at the time. “Next year is our 15th year of Watch What Happens Live. “I’ll stay as long as Bravo wants me, as I once said to a very long running housewife being on TV is a gift, it is not a right.” Andy Cohen: Actually on the Way OUT at Bravo?!? was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

It seems that Travis Kelce’s ex is not a Swiftie. As you’ve no doubt heard by now, Taylor Swift’s new album, The Tortured Poets Department, dropped at midnight. As is usually the case when Taylor drops new music, the entire internet is obsessing over every lyric and searching for clues about recent events in the pop icon’s personal life. That might be good news for Travis’ former girlfriend Kayla Nicole, who wishes that Taylor’s fans would focus on anything other than her tweets! Kayla Nicole and Travis Kelce attend the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Sports 2018 at Barker Hangar on July 19, 2018 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images) Travis Kelce’s Ex Clashes With Swifties “I’m unproblematic. Mind my business. Never respond to the constant vitriol,” Kayla wrote on x (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, according to Page Six. “Solid as they come & don’t expect a pat on the back for it either,” she continued. “Just know everyone has a breaking point & would love for ‘yall’ (because you know exactly who you are) to leave me alone.” Travis Kelce and Kayla Nicole attend the 11th Annual NFL Honors at YouTube Theater on February 10, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Now, obviously, Kayla didn’t explicitly call out Taylor’s fan base. But given that the tweet was posted just hours before the release of TTPD, we think it’s pretty clear what “y’all” was referring to there. On X, there was little confusion about which particular group Kayla was calling out. Some folks chastised her for playing into the drama, while others applauded her courage and urged Taylor to address some of her fans’ more toxic behavior. Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management) Kayla’s Fans Come to Her Defense “Oh honey for Kayla Nicole to even give her energy to this mess, she has had it! The CEO could say something to TRY and counter the hate. But whatever,” wrote one such observer. “Kayla Nicole shouldn’t have to log off (as some people are telling her) because of trouble minded people harassing her,” another added. “Kayla would post herself breathing and swifties on that snark Reddit would somehow find a way to make it about Taylor…never seen so much miserable ppl congregate in one space,” a third chimed in. Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates with Taylor Swift after defeating the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship Game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) The “vitriol” that Kayla was referring to seemed to stem from a tweet in which she remarked that she was such a fan of Beyonce’s Cowboy Carter that she wouldn’t be able to “fully digest” any other upcoming albums. “Taylor doesn’t need your streams,” wrote one Swiftie, according to Page Six. “ho you will always be known as taylor’s boyfriend’s ex worry about that,” another added. “okay? wdgaf and the new albums will do just fine without your streams,” added a user with “Swift loyalist” in their bio. Kayla Nicole attends the Actively Black NYFW after party at PEAK at Hudson Yards on September 08, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for Actively Black) Kayla clapped back at the “log off” suggestions in epic fashion, tweeting: “I made 6 real life figures from being ‘logged on’ last year. And very thankful for it. A better suggestion – people that use this platform to spew hate – log out and focus on getting their mattress off the floor.” So yeah, this woman is fully capable of defending herself. But the trash-talking Swifties still need to calm down. Travis Kelce’s Ex Kayla Nicole Blasts Taylor Swift Fans Ahead of TTPD Release was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

There’s one narrative Taylor Swift will never be excluded from: finding love. One of her first huge hits, Fifteen, is still a fan favorite to this day. Following the drop of The Tortured Poets Department, song sleuths think they’ve found the next chapter of the love story. The song is called “So High School” and along with it sounding like a sequel to the Fearless track, it also may be a love ode to her new boyfriend, Travis Kelce. Taylor Swift performs during the Fearless Tour at Madison Square Garden on August 27, 2009 in New York City. ((Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)) Taylor Swift’s New Song ‘So High School’: Is It A Sequel To ‘Fifteen’? Time travel back with us, if you will, to the year 2008. Taylor Swift had just dropped her album Fearless, her first album to win her Album of the Year at the Grammys. One of the most beloved tracks on that album is “Fifteen”, the country lovesick anthem of a freshman teenage girl experiencing high school for the first time. She makes a best friend named Abigail, finds herself at odds with the cool girls, but, most importantly, falls in love with a boy on the football team. Fast forward to 2024, nearly 15 years later (our first clue?), and Taylor drops a new song on Tortured Poets Department called “So Long High School”. Immediately, fans picked up on how similar the melody sounds in both songs. Indeed some of the guitar riffs are incredibly similar, if you listen closely. “SO HIGH SCHOOL FEELS LIKE FIFTEEN’S OLDER SISTER,” wrote one fan on X. But the proof is all in the perfect aligned lyrics. In “Fifteen,” Taylor sings. “Well, in your life you’ll do things Greater than dating the boy on the football team.” In So Long High School, she hints at dating the football player still. “You know how to ball, I know Aristotle.” It all really fits – and it also seems to be speaking about her current love life! Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs and Taylor Swift embrace after defeating the San Francisco 49ers in overtime during Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024. (Photo Credit: Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Taylor Pens Love Song to Travis Kelce on ‘Tortured Poets Department’ Taylor is very happily attached to Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce these days. While the majority of the new album deals with heartbreak and lost love, Taylor Swift’s “So Long High School” is one of the few tracks talking about a happy ending. And there’s one crystal clear clue that the song is about Travis. “Are you gonna marry, kiss or kill me? Kill me. It’s just a game, but really, really, I’m betting on all three for us two,” Swift sings. It’s feels like a pointed nod to a video that resurfaced of Travis being asked the exact question in an interview, year before they got together. Spoiler alert: He said he would marry Katy Perry, kiss Taylor Swift, and kill Ariana Grande. Hopefully, that ranking has changed now! Taylor Swift arrives for the MTV Video Music Awards at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on September 12, 2023. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP) (Photo by ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images) ‘The Tortured Poets Department’: Who Else Gets A Shout Out? But Travis isn’t the only person in Taylor’s orbit who gets a shoutout on the album. Most of the double album seems to be focused on her brief affair with Matt Healy. There’s also a number of songs seemingly directed at Joe Alwyn, like “The Black Dog” that hints at the rumor he cheated on her after six years together. There’s also shoutouts to pals Lucy and Charlie Puth, who we have to agree does deserve to be a bigger artist. She also name drops two poets – Dylan Thomas and Patti Smith – who might be fairly unknown to her audience, but who are fascinating all the same. Then there’s a not-so-sublte diss track directed straight at Kim Kardashian. The title? “thanK you aIMee.” Hi, Kim! We see you in that title! Is Taylor Swift’s ‘So High School’ The Sequel To Her Hit … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

As fans are dissecting every syllable of Taylor Swift’s new album, there are some questions about some of the places and people discussed. One of the tracks on The Tortured Poets Department is called “The Black Dog” and some seriously devastating stuff went down there, according to the Chairman. “I watch as you walk into some bar called The Black Dog and pierce new holes in my heart,” Taylor sings on the track. Could this be the infamous location Joe Alwyn was allegedly caught sneaking off to by Taylor, cementing their break up? Let’s dive in. US singer-songwriter Taylor Swift arrives for the 66th Annual Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 4, 2024. ((Photo by Robyn BECK / AFP)) The Black Dog Lyrics: Is The Song About Ex Joe Alwyn? Ever since they split, there were rumors that Joe had actually cheated on Taylor, causing their breakup after six years together. This has never been confirmed, but in “The Black Dog” track, which is a variant song on the album, Taylor talks about uncovering the truth about a lover stepping out on her. The first verse goes: I am someone who until recent events you shared your secrets with And your location You forgot to turn it off And so I watch as you walk into some bar called The Black Dog and pierce new holes in my heart You forgot to turn it off And it hits me Joe Alwyn attends The 2022 Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street at Cipriani Wall Street on November 28, 2022 in New York City. ((Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)) And with that, some fans have theorized that, either while they were together or shortly after they broke up, Joe left his phone’s “Share My Location” feature turned on, so the Midnights singer was able to track where he was going. Why Joe? Well, for starters, using the “Share My Location” feature isn’t something you do with someone you’ve been with for two weeks (we see you Matt Healy). Taylor and Joe were together 6 years, there’s some trust there. But the other reason fans think this is a hint towards Joe is that The Black Dog is an actual place in London, where Joe lives. Where Is The Black Dog Bar? A quick Google Maps search and fans were able to find that th Black Dog Freehouse is an actual pub in Vauxhall, an area in London known for its nightlife. Taylor has made a point of talking about locations in London in her songs before: the Garden Gate in “Cruel Summer”, Hampstead and Highgate in “London Boy”, and of course, there’s a whole song dedicated to bidding farewell to the city on TTPD, “So Long, London.” With a history of loving London landmarks in her music, and the fact that Joe is from the city, the pieces all seem to be fitting together. But let’s dive in a bit deeper still. Emma Lair attends the Louis Vuitton Womenswear Fall Winter 2023-2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on March 06, 2023 in Paris, France. ((Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images for Louis Vuitton)) Is The Song About Joe Moving On With Emma Laird? Now, cheating is not explicitly implied in the song. It could also be a song just about someone’s lover moving on and the pain of having to deal with that. In fact, “black dog” can be a term referring to feelings of depression, great sadness and lack of energy, according to the Cambridge Dictionary. As many Swifties know, in September 2023, Joe was linked to his 24-year-old The Brutalist costar Emma Laird. The lyrics of the song also talk about Taylor’s lover taking up with a younger woman, someone who didn’t have the same musical tastes as them. How you don’t miss me in The Black Dog when someone plays The Starting Line And you jump up, “But she’s too young to know this song!” Ah, the web she weaves with her music, huh? Taylor Swift arrives for the MTV Video Music Awards at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on September 12, 2023. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP) (Photo by ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images) Full Lyrics For ‘The Black Dog’ I am someone who until recent events you shared your secrets with And your location You forgot to turn it off And so I watch as you walk into some bar called The Black Dog and pierce new holes in my heart You forgot to turn it off And it hits me, I just don’t understand How you don’t miss me in The Black Dog when someone plays The Starting Line And you jump up, “But she’s too young to know this song!” That was intertwined in the magic fabric of our dreaming Old habits die screaming I move through the world with a heart broken My longings stay unspoken and I may never open up the way I did for you And all of those best laid plans, you said I needed a brave man Then proceeded to play him until I believed it too And it kills me, I just don’t understand How you don’t miss me in the shower? And remember how my rain soaked body was shaking, do you hate me? Was it hazing for a cruel fraternity I pledged? And I still mean it, old habits die screaming Six weeks of breathing clean air, I still miss the smoke Were you making fun of me with some esoteric joke? Now I wanna sell my house and set fire to all my clothes And hire a priest to come and exorcise my demons Even if I die screaming And I hope you hear it And I hope it’s shitty in The Black Dog when someone plays The Starting Line And you jump up, “But she’s too young to know this song!” That was intertwined in the tragic fabric of our dreaming’ Cause tail between your legs you’re leaving I still can’t believe it’ Cause old habits die screaming Yes, The Black Dog Taylor Swift Sings About Is A Real Bar, But There’s More To It was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

As you may have heard by now, Taylor Swift has a new double album out. As you may also have heard, many of the songs on The Tortured Poets Department take aim at ex-boyfriends Joe Alwyn and Matty Healy… but astute listeners have taken note of a track that also seems to be focused on a certain long-time rival of this global superstar. Yes, we’re looking at YOU, Kim Kardashian. Taylor Swift, Jay Z and Kanye West and Kim Kardashian attend The 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards at the STAPLES Center on February 8, 2015 in Los Angeles. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images for NARAS) The song in question is titled “thanK you aIMee.” Take a close look at the letters capitalized in that title, folks. They spell KIM. Read or listen to the actual lyrics and you’ll see that Swift confirms she isn’t singing about someone named “Aimee,” as she croons: “I don’t think you’ve changed much and so I changed your name and any real defining clues.” Taylor Swift attends the 65th GRAMMY Awards on February 5, 2023 in Los Angeles. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for The Recording Academy) In the chorus, Swift really takes it to Kardashian, with whom she’s feuded for over eight years now, off and on. “All that time you were throwin’ punches, I was buildin’ somethin’, and I can’t forget the way you made me feel,” Taylor sings. “Screamed, ‘F–k you, Aimee,’ to the night sky, as the blood was gushin’, but I can’t forget the way you made me heal.” Comparing Kim (we assume) to a bully, Taylor’s lyrics describe this individual as a “bronze spray-tanned statue” in her hometown that “threatens to push me down the stairs at our school.” Taylor Swift attends the 2022 MTV VMAs at Prudential Center on August 28, 2022 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for MTV/Paramount Global) For those who may have forgotten, Kardashian’s ex-husband, Kanye West, rapped the following in a 2016 track titled “Famous.” I feel like me and Taylor might still have sex/Why? I made that b-tch famous. Kim later leaked parts of a conversation West had with Swift prior to this release, making it look as if Taylor had approved the insulting line. But we later learned the full scope of this conversation and Taylor was validated: she never approved of West referring to her in such degrading fashion. Ever since, Swift has made subtle references to Kardashian as a snake; and she told TIME magazine a few months ago: “You have a fully manufactured frame job, in an illegally recorded phone call, which Kim Kardashian edited and then put out to say to everyone that I was a liar. “That took me down psychologically to a place I’ve never been before.” Taylor Swift performs during her Eras Tour at Sofi stadium in Inglewood, California, August 7, 2023. (Photo by Michael Tran / AFP) What’s the best revenge, however? How about Kim’s children forever singing Swift’s songs, something we’ve seen North West do on TikTok multiple times over the recent years? Swift also makes a mention of this in “thanK you aIMee,” while seemingly alluding to her own mother, Andrea Swift, who wants aIMee dead. “Everyone knows that my mother is a saintly woman but she used to say she wished you dead,” Swift belts out here. Kim, of course, has a child named Saint. As always, Taylor Swift just operates at an entirely different level than anyone else. Taylor Swift SLAMS Kim Kardashian in New Single: You’re a Bully! But I Get the Last … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

Did Taylor Swift reveal that she was once a “functional alcoholic” in lyrics from The Tortured Poets Department? As you’re likely aware, Taylor has dropped several surprises on fans in the past 24 hours, including the news that TTPD is a double album. And then there’s the music itself, which — as fans have come to expect — features lyrics that contain numerous intriguing references to the events of Taylor’s personal life. There’s the breakup drama, of course, with numerous allusions to Taylor’s relationships with Matty Healy and Joe Alwyn. Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management) But TTPD also contains revelations about Taylor’s life that were never the subject of any tabloid headlines. Taylor Swift Refers to ‘Functional Alcoholic’ Past on ‘Fortnight’ In the opening lines of the of the opening track on TTPD, Taylor sings: “I was supposed to be sent away / But they forgot to come and get me / I was a functioning alcoholic ’til nobody noticed my new aesthetic.” Taylor Swift cheers prior to the game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 01, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) The song, “Fortnight,” features Post Malone, and it quickly emerged as one of music critics’ favorite tracks on TTPD. But not surprisingly, many listeners were more fixated on those eyebrow-raising opening lyrics than on the music. Some fans think that the lyrics are just alluding to the many drinking references on Taylor’s Midnights album. Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management) Others believe that Taylor is not the “speaker” of this particular poetic narrative. These folks point out that not every line the pop icon sings needs to be autobiographical. Still, knowing that her lyrics are usually interpreted in that way, Taylor chose to open her album with those lines. Make of that what you will. Fortunately, if Taylor really was indicating that she was once an alcoholic, she also seemed to be saying that those days are now behind her. Taylor Swift performs on stage during a concert as part of her Eras World Tour in Sydney on February 23, 2024. (Photo by DAVID GRAY / AFP) That said, we know that Taylor is not completely sober these days. After all, we saw her chug a beer at Super Bowl LVIII. And she reportedly apologized to Travis Kelce for being drunk at Coachella last weekend. But there’s quite a big difference between having a few drinks at a football game or a concert and being an alcoholic. And recovery is not a “one size fits all” proposition. Taylor Swift attends “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” Concert Movie World Premiere at AMC The Grove 14 on October 11, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images) So Taylor may have found a way to moderate her booze intake without quitting completely. Whatever the case, her most recent drinking occasions appeared to be happy ones, at least. We just hope for her sake that her days of crying like a baby coming home from the bar have now come to an end. Taylor Swift Hints at ‘Functional Alcoholic’ Past on TTPD Track … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

It’s never easy when a beloved celebrity dies, and already in 2024, we’ve seen some greats pass on. Mandisa, best know for her time on American Idol has died. She was only 47. Christian rock radio station K-Love announced her passing on Friday, April 19. attends the 6th Annual KLOVE Fan Awards at The Grand Ole Opry on May 27, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. ((Photo by Terry Wyatt/Getty Images for KLOVE)) “Even more than her music, the Platinum-selling singer will forever be known for her huge heart and sincerity,’ Christian radio station K-Love said in a statement, per Daily Mail. The California native, whose full name was Mandisa Hundley, competed in Season 5 of American Idol, making it to the top ten of the competition. According to the reports, Mandisa died at her home in Nashville, Tenn., on April 18. “Mandisa loved Jesus, and she used her unusually extensive platform to talk about Him at every turn. Her kindness was epic, her smile electric, her voice massive, but it was no match for the size of her heart,” the station’s media officer, David Pierce added during the announcement. Let’s also remember the other actors, singers and other celebrities who died in 2024. Richard Lewis Richard Lewis attends AFI’s 41st Life Achievement Award Tribute to Mel Brooks at Dolby Theatre on June 6, 2013 in Hollywood, California. ((Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images for AFI)) Richard Lewis, one of America’s most beloved stand-up comics and actors died in February 2024. His death has been confirmed by multiple outlets, just at the current season of HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm was underway. He famously played a fictionalized version of himself on the show alongside Larry David for many years. He announced last April he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and was retiring from stand-up comedy. The cause of his death was announced shortly after the news of his passing. Thomas Kingston Thomas Kingston, a British financier former boyfriend of Pippa Middleton, has died at age 45 at the end of February. Pippa Middleton on a date with Tom Kingston in 2013. ((Photo by Danny Martindale/Getty Images)) Like Pippa’s sister, Kate Middleton, Thomas also married a royal: Lady Gabriella. a distant cousin of Prince William and Prince Harry. A statement released on Tuesday on behalf of Lady Gabriella Kingston, and Thomas’s family announced his passing. “It is with the deepest sorrow that we announce the death of Thomas Kingston, our beloved husband, son and brother. Tom was an exceptional man who lit up the lives of all who knew him. His death has come as a great shock to the whole family, and we ask you to respect our privacy as we mourn his passing.” It is reported that emergency services were called to his aid after 6 p.m. on Sunday, February 25. Although the cause of death is undetermined, there are no reports that suspicious circumstances or other parties were involved. Chita Rivera R.I.P to a legendary star (. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)) Chita Rivera was 91 years old when she died on Tuesday, January 30. She quite literally leapt to stardom in the original Broadway production of West Side Story and became one of the most celebrated Latina stars of her generation. Her death was confirmed in a statement by her daughter, Lisa Mordente, but a cause of death was not confirmed. Alec Musser & David Gale It was especially difficult for soap opera stars this week after not one, but two well-loved stars were lost. And both were so young. ((Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images)) All My Children actor Alec Musser died at the age of 50, on Jan. 12, 2024. Alec’s fiancée, Paige Press announced his passing to shocked fans. The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office revealed that Alec died by suicide after an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the chest. Paige reportedly found him in their bathroom after the suicide. David Gale, know for his work on Port Charles and 90210. (Getty Images / Handout) Just a few days after that, David Gale, best known for his role as Dr. Joe Scanlon in the popular soap opera, Port Charles, passed away. At just 58, the news was confirmed by his sister with a heartbreaking Instagram post. At the time, a cause of death was no immediately given. Lynn Yamada Davis Lynn Yamada Davis, the much beloved TikTok star behind the series Cooking with Lynja, has died. She was 67. Davis died on Jan. 1 at Riverview Medical Center in New Jersey of cancer. Lynn Davis attends the 2022 YouTube Streamy Awards at the Beverly Hilton on December 04, 2022. She passed away on January 1, 2024. ((Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for dick clark productions)) Her daughter, Hannah Mariko Shofet, confirmed her passing to The New York Times. Davis was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2019; two years later, her conditioned worsened. She was then diagnosed with esophageal cancer. Davis was best known for her cooking videos. With the help of her son Tim, she started producing content during Covid-19 pandemic. Her big personality quickly became a hit with fans across all social media. She leaves behind her four children and two grandchildren, plus leagues of fans who will undoubtedly miss her. Christian Oliver Christian Oliver attends the Premiere Of Amazon Prime Video’s “Hunters” at DGA Theater in 2020. ((Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)) Hollywood actor Christian Oliver, best known for his roles in Indiana Jones, Speed Racer, and the beloved 90’s hits Baby-Sitters Club and Saved By The Bell: The New Class, was pronounced dead on January 4. What makes the death so shocking is that both of his young daughters, age 10 and 12, also died. Oliver, real name Christian Klepser, and his two young daughters were found dead following the recovery of four bodies from a plane crash off a Caribbean island on January 4, according to NBC News. The star and his kids, Madita and Annik , were the only passengers flying aboard a small single-engine jet. The fourth person to perish was the pilot. They were headed to St. Lucia after taking off from J.F. Mitchell Airport on the Grenadine island of Bequia. The girls’ mother Jessica, Oliver’s ex-wife, was not on-board at the time. David Soul David Soul, the American actor with his co-star Paul Michael Glaser in the long standing and very popular series of ‘Starsky and Hutch’, one of the first of ‘New York Cops’ series. ((Photo by Keystone/Getty Images)) Actor David Soul, best known for his role in the TV series Starsky & Hutch, died at the age of 80. His wife Helen Snell announced his passing on January 4, 2023. “He shared many extraordinary gifts in the world as actor, singer, storyteller, creative artist and dear friend. “His smile, laughter and passion for life will be remembered by the many whose lives he has touched.” Soul played Detective Kenneth “Hutch” Hutchinson alongside Paul Michael Glaser’s Starsky in the hit crime-solving TV series, which ran from 1975 to 1979. Glynis Johns ‘Mary Poppins’ star Glynis Johns enters a taxi at London Airport on May 15, 1966. ((Photo by Daily Express/Getty Images)) Actress Glynis Johns, best known for her role as Mrs. Winifred Banks in the Disney classic Mary Poppins died at the age of 100. Mitch Clem, her manager, told The Associated Press she died Thursday, January 4th, of natural causes at an assisted living home in Los Angeles. “Today’s a sad day for Hollywood,” Clem said. “She is the last of the last of old Hollywood.” Johns appeared in more than 60 movies, and had a celebrated career on the stage as well. She originated the role of Desiree Armfelt in Stephen Sondheim’s Broadway musical “A Little Night Music” and won a Tony Award and a Drama Desk Award for her performance in 1973. Celebrities Who Died in 2023 Matthew Perry of the television show ‘The Kennedys – After Camelot’ speaks onstage during the REELZChannel portion of the 2017 Winter Television Critics Association Press Tour at the Langham Hotel on January 13, 2017. (Photo Credit: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images) Last year, a staggering number of beloved stars passed away. Movie icons like Ryan O’Neal and Michael Gambon died. Singing legends like Tony Bennett and Sinead O’Connor left us. Finally, TV superstars like Andre Braugher, Paul Reubens, and the great Matthew Perry all passed away. Mandisa Dies: ‘American Idol’ Alum Dead at 47, Plus More Celebrity Deaths of … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

Welp, celebrity gossip fans. We were wrong. As it turns out, we did not know everything there is to know about The Tortured Poets Department, Taylor Swift’s brand new studio album. Because Swift dropped a bombshell very early on Friday morning. She has not actually released a brand new studio album, you see… Taylor Swift is Down Under, performing here for fans in Australia. (Photo by DAVID GRAY/AFP via Getty Images) … she has released TWO brand new studio albums. “It’s a 2am surprise: The Tortured Poets Department is a secret DOUBLE album,” wrote the global superstar at, well, 2 a.m. on Instagram. “I’d written so much tortured poetry in the past 2 years and wanted to share it all with you.” To be clear, there had been speculation that Swift might be releasing two albums at the same time. But now we have confirmation — oh, and we also have A LOT of new Taylor Swift music! “So here’s the second installment of TTPD: The Anthology. 15 extra songs,” concluded Swift on social media. ‘And now the story isn’t mine anymore… it’s all yours.” Swift had often held up two fingers in the past during public appearance, doing so, for example, on stage at the Grammy Awards in February. Astute followers knew this wasn’t a mere peace sign from the artist; they suspected that she was leaving them a clue as to what she had planned. It begins! This is a photo from the first night of the Eras Tour. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management) The first part of The Tortured Poets Department features references to Lucy Dacus, along with tracks that were seemingly written about her brief romance last year with The 1975 musician Matty Healy. “It was really a lifeline for me — just the things that I was going through, the things that I was writing about … it kind of reminded me why songwriting actually gets me through my life,” she told fans about her new music at a tour stop earlier this year. “I’ve never had an album that I needed songwriting more than I needed it on Tortured Poets.” Taylor Swift on her Eras Tour. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management) Elsewhere, via the single “So Long, London,” Swift makes apparent nod her split from Joe Alwyn, including the following raw and candid lyrics: “You swore that you loved me but where were the clues? I died on the altar waiting for the proof. You sacrificed us to the gods of your bluest days… “And I’m just getting color back into my face… I’m just mad as hell ’cause I loved this place for so long, London/Had a good run/Moment of warm sun/But I’m not the one.” Taylor, of course, has since moved all the way on with Travis Kelce. Taylor Swift is simply the best. That’s our caption here. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management) Swift isn’t yearning for the past, as fans know well. She’s making it clear how she’s looking to the future. “The Tortured Poets Department. An anthology of new works that reflect events, opinions and sentiments from a fleeting and fatalistic moment in time – one that was both sensational and sorrowful in equal measure,” she previously wrote. “This period of the author’s life is now over, the chapter closed and boarded up.” In conclusion at the time? There is nothing to avenge, no scores to settle once wounds have healed. And upon further reflection, a good number of them turned out to be self-inflicted. This writer is of the firm belief that our tears become holy in the form of ink on a page. Once we have spoken our saddest story, we can be free of it. And then all that’s left behind is the tortured poetry. Taylor Swift Shocks the World, Announces DOUBLE Album was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

If you’ve been listen to Taylor Swift’s new album and you’re wondering who “Lucy” is, the better question should be who is Lucy Dacus? Because that’s who she’s talking about – we think! Now that The Tortured Poets Department is upon us all, fans have some questions about the lyrics. Sometimes, it’s the big picture — like whether a specific song is dragging Matty Healy or trashing Joe Alywn. But there are also very specific questions. Taylor’s lyrics mention some friends by name. You’ve certainly heard of Lucy Dacus, but you might not know it. Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker, Lucy Dacus, Taylor Swift, at Crypto.com Arena on February 04, 2024. (Photo Credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Taylor Swift name-drops her friends in ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ The second track on the album also bears the title, “The Tortured Poets Department.” And the somewhat dramatic lyrics name-drop a couple of friends. “Sometimes I wonder if you’re going to screw this up with me,” Taylor sings, “But you tell Lucy you’d kill yourself if I ever leave.” The song continues: “And I had said that to Jack about you, so I felt seen.” Jack is a reference to Jack Antonoff, who is famously friends with Taylor. But who is Lucy? Lucy Dacus arrives at the GQ Men Of The Year Awards 2023 at The Royal Opera House on November 15, 2023. (Photo Credit: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images) Who is Lucy Dacus? Lucy Dacus is a singer and a songwriter from Richmond. In 2016, she released her debut album, No Burden. In 2018, she released her second album, Historian. And in 2021, she released her third, Home Video. And that is merely her solo work. Dacus is perhaps best known for her membership in an indie supergroup. Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, and Julien Baker of Boygenius attend the 66th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 04, 2024. (Photo Credit: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy) Lucy Dacus is part of Boygenius Alongside Phoebe Bridgers and Julien Baker, she makes up the supergroup. Boygenius has released one studio album and two EPs. On the very night when Taylor Swift announced her new album — the night of the Grammy Awards — Boygenius took home three Grammys, including Best Alternative Music Album. The group set a record, as they were the first all-female band to win Best Rock Song and Best Rock Performance. The three were very cozy with Taylor at the Grammys. She’s clearly a fan of theirs — and has made that clear on social media, as well. Taylor Swift recommends Boygenius to ‘make your life better’ On April 4, 2023 — more than a year before she released The Tortured Poets Department — Taylor Swift took to her Instagram Story to post a rave review of Boygenius’ debut album, The Record. She praised the LP as “genuinely a masterpiece.” Taylor wrote: “If you don’t already have it on repeat, I’d go ahead and do that.” Taylor concluded her review: “Just a friendly tip to make your life better!” Lucy Dacus, of “Boygenius” rock supergroup, performs on stage during the 20th edition of the Rock en Seine music festival in Saint-Cloud, southwestern Paris, on August 25, 2023. (Photo Credit: ANNA KURTH/AFP via Getty Images) Evidently, Lucy is also a confidant of Taylor Swift In addition to their obvious professional admiration and friendship, Taylor’s lyrics indicate that she and her partners feel free to open up to Lucy. It’s not always easy to be the person who is listening to a friend’s partner, but Lucy Dacus presumably takes it in stride. These lyrics are a reminder that anyone, not just exes, can be part of the “cast” of Taylor’s music. Who is Lucy?! Meet The Musician Taylor Swift Name Drops on ‘Tortured Poets … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

The Tortured Poets Department album is finally here. Taylor Swift’s 11th album finally dropped, and fans are basking in the glow of her alternative sound and deep cut lyrics. The title track of the album is getting a lot of attention: from the name drop of Charlie Puth to the easter eggs about Matt Healy. But there are two other names mentioned in The Tortured Poets Department lyrics that fans may not be as familiar with. So, allow us to discuss Dylan Thomas and Patti Smith, and why they popped up on this album. Taylor Swift performs onstage at 2019 iHeartRadio Wango Tango on June 01, 2019 in Carson, California. ((Photo by Rich Fury/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)) Dylan Thomas, Patti Smith, and The Tortured Poets Department Lyrics Name Drop You’re not Dylan Thomas. I’m not Patti Smith. This ain’t the Chelsea hotel. We’re modern idiots. Those are words crooned out by Taylor Swift in the title track of her new album. The song, written by Taylor and pal Jack Antonoff, was thought to be a breakup track chronicling her split from Joe Alwyn after six years together. The evidence? During a December 2022 conversation Joe and his friend Paul Mescal, they mentioned being a part of a WhatsApp groupchat with Andrew Scott, called “The Tortured Men Club.” It was a stretch, but at the time, it was all fans had to go on. Now with the album out, and the lyrics right in front of them, fans clearly understand the song to be about her brief tryst with Matt Healy after the Joe breakup. But what does that have to do with Dylan Thomas and Patti Smith? (L) Patti Smith, rocking on stage, performing her iconic punk music. (R) Welsh poet Dylan Thomas, before his death in 1953 (Jason Kempin/Getty Images for Tibet House US/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) Who Are Dylan Thomas and Patti Smith? To best answer the question, fans have to look deeper into the line following: This ain’t The Chelsea Hotel. Manhattan’s Hotel Chelsea is a landmark for anyone who loves art – all art. The hallowed halls of the Victorian Gothic building on west 23rd street have been frequented by names like Mark Twain, Arthur Miller, Madonna, Bob Dylan, and the two aforementioned poets. Patti Smith, legendary punk poet and musician, lived in the hotel during the early 70s. Dylan Thomas, a Welsh poet and writer, did the same two decades before. In fact, he was in apartment 205 when he slipped into a coma before his death in November 1953. He was 39. The Chelsea Hotel is their only connection. Given that these two poets never crossed paths, the callouts to these two seem to be a self deprecating nod to Taylor and her beau, rather than a comment on their relationship at large. Still, how much better would the song have been if it morphed into more of a Last Great American Dynasty track? NSAI Songwriter-Artist of the Decade honoree, Taylor Swift performs onstage during NSAI 2022 Nashville Songwriter Awards at Ryman Auditorium on September 20, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Terry Wyatt/Getty Images) The Chelsea Hotel In Taylor Song Very soon, the Hotel Chelsea, as it’s actually known, will likely become a landmark for Swifties to pilgrimage to. And in truth, it is worth of visit, if you want to bare witness to the place where Arthur Miller lived after his divorce from Marilyn Monroe and Bob Dylan penned the song, Sara. Speaking of music, ever heard the song Chelsea Hotel #2 by Leonard Cohen? It’s about a night he spent with Janis Joplin while living in the hotel. Meanwhile, it’s said Jack Kerouac wrote pieces of On The Road within the walls, and that Andy Warhol shot parts of Chelsea Girls there, In short, there’s so much art history seeped into this place, we’re surprised Taylor hasn’t written a whole album about it. Maybe for #12! Patti Smith and Lily Gladstone attend the National Board Of Review 2024 Awards Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on January 11, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for National Board of Review) Patti Smith Praises Taylor Swift While Taylor has worked with many legends through the years, to date she has yet to collaborate, or it would seem even meet the legendary performer. However, like everyone else, Taylor is on Patti’s radar, and she’s actually had some very nice things to say about the young artist. In an interview with the New York Times in 2019, Patti was asked about about Taylor’s criticism of then President Trump being called “mild and oblique.” Patti was quick to come to her defense. “She’s a pop star who’s under tremendous scrutiny all the time, and one can’t imagine what that’s like,” Patti said in Taylor’s defense. “It’s unbelievable to not be able to go anywhere, do anything, have messy hair. I’m sure she’s trying to do something good. She’s not trying to do something bad.” Patti then added that the focus shouldn’t be that Taylor wasn’t doing enough, but that she was doing someething, period. “if it induces some of her avid fans to open up their thoughts, what does I matter. Are we doing to start measuring who’s more authentic than who? I don’t agree that artist and musician have more responsibility to speak out than anyone else. I think everybody has to be more active. Art is inspiring and art can rally bring people together.” Dylan Thomas, Patti Smith, & Taylor Swift: The Tortured Poets Story Fans Should … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

Who is the current, lucky partner of Sofia Boutella? Sofia Boutella has starred in masterful films like Atomic Blonde, disappointments like The Mummy (2017), and currently on Netflix’s Rebel Moon saga. She is beautiful and talented. And she often keeps her private life under wraps. Here’s everything that we know about her dating life. Sofia Boutella attends Netflix’s Rebel Moon Part Two: Songs Of The Rebellion Album Release Event at Knockdown Center on April 03, 2024. (Photo Credit: Noam Galai/Getty Images for Netflix) Sofia Boutella has a partner: Who is he? In 2019, an inside source opened up to People to share that (then) 36-year-old Sofia Boutella is dating Keean Johnson. “They started dating about a year ago, but broke up for a short period in between,” the insider shared at the time. According to the source: “They’re super happy together and seem to be getting serious.” Keean Johnson arrives at the “Midway” Special Screening at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam on October 20, 2019. (Photo Credit: Marco Garcia/Getty Images for Lionsgate Entertainment) The news about their relationship broke after Sofia Boutella and Keean Johnson appeared at the Los Angeles premiere of Robert Rodriguez’s Alita: Battle Angel. Keean, who was in his early twenties at the time, had starred in the film as a morally conflicted scrapper — and the titular character’s love interest. Sofia and Keean did not exactly confirm the relationship news. However, they did tag each other on Instagram at the time alongside some playful captions. Sofia Boutella attends the World Premiere of “Argylle” at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on January 24, 2024. (Photo Credit: Shane Anthony Sinclair/Getty Images) Are Sofia Boutella and Keean Johnson still together? Sofia and Keean have both avoided public commentary in the years since that 2019 report came out. However, without a breakup announcement or any evidence that the two have dated others, many conclude that they remain together. For that reason, most conclude that they are still together. If they have gone their separate ways, then they have kept a breakup and any possible rebounds or other partners a secret. That’s impressive if true! Keean Johnson attends the premiere of Showtime’s “Waco: The Aftermath” at Crosby Hotel on April 12, 2023. (Photo Credit: Theo Wargo/Getty Images) Keean Johnson is arguably the less well-known of the two. His television work includes The Fosters, Nashville, and Euphoria. Sofia Boutella remains a talented and recognizable actor. She was one of the lead stars of Atomic Blonde and of Star Trek: Beyond (let’s face it — the only of that continuity of Star Trek films that feels like it likes being Star Trek). Most recently, Sofia appeared in Argylle and in Netflix’s Rebel Moon series. She stars as the most central character, who bears the name Kora as well as the name Arthelais. Boutella attends Netflix Presents: @NetflixGeeked Kickoff at Verizon Live at Super Bowl LVIII on February 08, 2024. (Photo Credit: Jeff Schear/Getty Images for Verizon) ‘Rebel Moon: The Scargiver’ is the second installment of the series Sofia reprised her role in The Scargiver, which released on April 19 — the same day as Taylor Swift’s new album, The Tortured Poet’s Department. A popular release date, it seems. The space opera has Star Wars vibes … but, truth be told, more science fiction savvy viewers see more elements of the Riddick films or even of Farscape. To be blunt, Rebel Moon is not life-changing cinema. It’s not genre-defining work like Babylon 5 or The Expanse. But it also doesn’t have to be. It’s solid entertainment and we should enjoy every scrap of it that we get. Sofia Boutella Partner: Who Is the ‘Rebel Moon’ Star Dating? was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

Shiloh hopes that her famous parents will reunite just in time for her adulthood, a report claims. Recently, sad rumors have circulated, claiming that 17-year-old Shiloh Jolie-Pitt wants to bridge the gap between her parents. Despite Brad Pitt’s alleged abuse of Angelina Jolie and, eventually, of two of Shiloh’s brothers, she’s allegedly hoping that they’ll reconcile. Or at least, make nice and end their legal battle. A new report says that Shiloh’s birthday wish is for Brad and Angelina to get along. Shiloh Jolie-Pitt attends the Los Angeles premiere of MSNBC Films’ “Paper & Glue: A JR Project” at Museum Of Tolerance on November 18, 2021. (Photo Credit: JC Olivera/Getty Images) On May 27, 2024, Shiloh Jolie-Pitt turns 18 A new report by Life & Style alleges that the teenage daughter of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie wants them to end their divorce war. As a birthday present. “Shiloh used to be pretty quiet about it, but now she’s taking a stand,” an alleged inside source claimed. “And,” the purported insider continued, Shiloh is apparently “telling both of them they need to get it together and grow up.” Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, Pax Thien Jolie-Pitt and actress Angelina Jolie attend the Los Angeles premiere of MSNBC Films’ “Paper & Glue: A JR Project” at Museum Of Tolerance on November 18, 2021. (Photo Credit: JC Olivera/Getty Images) According to the report, Shiloh hopes for this because of the ongoing — and damning -revelations stemming from the ongoing Jolie-Pitt legal battle. The 2016 trip from France to Los Angeles, during which Brad Pitt allegedly attacked his then-wife, choked one of their sons, and struck another in the face, led to the end of the famous family. More recently, court documents yielded the unsurprising allegation that Pitt was abusive prior to the incident on the plane. What made the plane flight different was that the domestic violence also extended to the couple’s children, court documents describe. 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. (Photo Credit: Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) The more revelations from court documents, the worse that Brad Pitt appears Immediately after the 2016 flight, a concentrated PR effort seemed desperate to frame Angelina as some sort of cold-hearted ex who was meanly divorcing poor Brad for no good reason. Unlike more recent smear campaigns following celebrity divorces, it was alarmingly successful. But the longer that Pitt and Jolie continue to butt heads in court over, among other things, that one French vineyard, the more grim revelations will continue to emerge. None of them cast Pitt into a positive light. Between that and how some of his own children despise him, the legal struggle is not helping Pitt’s public image. And there’s only so much that high-priced PR firms and crisis management consultants can do about that. Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, Zahara Jolie-Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Vivienne Jolie-Pitt, Maddox Jolie-Pitt, and Knox Jolie-Pitt attend the “Eternals” UK Premiere at the BFI IMAX Waterloo on October 27, 2021. (Photo Credit: Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images) “Shiloh’s sick and tired of their arguing and is demanding they figure out a way to get along, or at least be civil to each other,” the inside source claimed. “She is begging them to do it for her sake!” According to the insider: “Shiloh’s old enough to know they’re feuding over the place in France and knows that they speak only through lawyers, and she’s had enough. All she wants is for them to get along.” The source added: “She has spent most of her life seeing them argue and she can’t take it anymore. She’s begging them to think of her and her siblings and finally bury the hatchet!” Angelina Jolie speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol February 9, 2022. (Photo Credit: Alex Wong/Getty Images) Does Shiloh really want her parents to reunite? After everything? We of course cannot confirm the report that claims that she wants her parents to get along. Clearly, brothers Maddox and Pax do not feel the same way. On the one hand, it’s not at all uncommon for some children to side with the objectively worse parent. Human instincts are complex and sometimes cause people to ignore harm done to their loved ones and to themselves. Love is not always rational. At the same time … it’s entirely possible that sources on this topic are misinformed. Someone supporting Brad Pitt could certainly put out stories purporting that (some of) his children don’t fully hate him. We just don’t know. Shiloh Jolie-Pitt Desperate for Parents to Reunite: Could Brad & Angelina Do It? was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

Tyler Cameron has a few words for Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist. And none of them are positive. The aforementioned reality stars captured the hearts and minds of ABC viewers everywhere this winter when they met, fell in love and then got engaged on The Golden Bachelor. And then? Tyler Cameron visits Sirius XM at SiriusXM Studios on September 20, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images) They announced they were divorcing just three months after getting married. “Theresa and I have had a number of heart-to-heart conversations, and we’ve looked closely at our situation, our living situation,” Gerry began on Good Morning America last Friday. “And we’ve kind of come to the conclusion mutually that it’s probably time for us to — dissolve our marriage.” Yes, Turner and Nist allegedly split because they couldn’t agree on a place to live together, and long distance simply didn’t work for them. Gerry Turner on his wedding day, which was filmed for ABC. (ABC) Cameron, a runner-up on The Bachelorette Season 15, said on SiriusXM’s Happy Hour in response to this news that Gerry and Theresa have basically let everyone down. “Three months?! They make all my relationships seem very long,” he said on air. “You know what I mean? Like, golly, I’m a dating expert compared to them.” A little self-deprecation there from a guy who has been romantically linked to Hannah Brown, Gigi Hadid, Anastasia Karanikolaou, Paige Lorenze and Kristin Cavallari. Cameron went ahead and came down harder on the ex-spouses, too. Theresa Nist sits with Gerry Turner in this scene from The Golden Bachelor. (ABC) “They put a stain on love and Bachelor Nation because it was the most wholesome… “Like, it brought so much joy back to The Bachelor of not this like, people wanting to go on just to be influencers, that like brought like joy and true love,” the 32-year-old explained. “And then they just pulled the rug right out from under us.” Almost no couples who get engaged on either The Bachelor or The Bachelorette make it down the aisle. But many did think things would last a lot longer for Turner and Nist, simply because of their age and experience and how they didn’t seem to be on the show for fame or fortune. Theresa Nist and Gerry Turner got married! On television! (ABC) “Gerry and Theresa don’t want to change their ways,” Cameron said, citing the contrasting living arrangements. “He doesn’t want to leave Indiana where his family is and she doesn’t want to leave, I think she’s New Jersey…Like it’s just two stubborn old people, you know? “And when you get older you get more stubborn.” For her part, Nist has tried to help critics see the silver lining in what she and Turner went through on the show and also afterward. Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist are no longer married. (ABC) “It was one of the most incredible experiences of my life,” Theresa wrote on Instagram April 15. “And I truly thought it was going to last forever.” Nist added: “For everyone else who is confused and angry and who does not understand,” she continued, “please try to find it in your heart to understand and to try a little kindness. “Not just for me but for the world and for everyone you encounter.” Tyler Cameron Destroys Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist: You’ve Let Down All of … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

In discussions about Taylor Swift’s past relationships, Matty Healy’s name is rarely mentioned — and with good reason. Yes, the 1975 singer is the last guy that Taylor dated before Travis Kelce. But she and Matty weren’t together for very long, and there seemed to be minimal drama involved in the relationship and the subsequent breakup. In fact, when word got out that Taylor’s upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department, was inspired in part by a painful breakup, many Swifties concluded that the lyrics would focus on her split from Joe Alwyn. Taylor Swift attends the “All Too Well” New York Premiere on November 12, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images) After all, Taylor and Joe were reportedly engaged, and they dated for a whole six years. The Matty situation seemed more like a fling that was quickly forgotten once Tay met Travis. But the TTPD leaked and the rumors about the album’s lyrics indicate that things got messy between Taylor and Matty — so much so that she felt the need to process the breakup by writing about it. Matty Healy of The 1975 performs during the closing day of Lollapalooza Chile 2023 at Parque Cerrillos on March 19, 2023 in Santiago, Chile. (Photo by Marcelo Hernandez/Getty Images) Is Taylor Swift’s New Album Mostly About Matty Healy? In fact, fans who have listened to the leaked version claim that about 80 percent of the lyrics on TTPD appear to be inspired by Matty. That’s probably an exaggeration, but the fact remains that if the leaked songs are legit then Joe Alwyn can breathe easy. “I feel so bad for joe alwyn like imagine being terrorized by swifties for a whole ass year, yet the album is about matty healy,” one listener wrote on X (formerly Twitter). Matthew Healy of The 1975 attends KROQ Absolut Almost Acoustic Christmas 2019 at Honda Center on December 8, 2019 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images for KROQ) “I was here minding my own business and the next thing i know there are people on my tl saying ttpd is mostly about matty healy.. like,” another added. “Opening up the timeline to people saying that taylor swift’s new album is 80% about matty healy,” a third chimed in. News that the album is Matty-centric is surprising not only because the couple didn’t date for very long, but also because sources close to Taylor downplayed the breakup as no big deal. NSAI Songwriter-Artist of the Decade honoree, Taylor Swift performs onstage during NSAI 2022 Nashville Songwriter Awards at Ryman Auditorium on September 20, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Terry Wyatt/Getty Images) Why Did Taylor and Matty Break Up? “They are both extremely busy and realized they’re not really compatible with each other,” one insider told Entertainment Tonight shortly after news of the split went public. Other sources seemed to confirm that the split was mutual and fairly amicable. But it seems that Taylor is offering a very different take on the situation with her new album. Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by John Medina/Getty Images) Fans believe that Taylor refers to Matty as both “the smallest man in the world” and a “tattooed golden retriever” in the lyrics. “Sometimes I wonder if you’re gonna screw this up with me, but you told Lucy you’d kill yourself if I ever leave,” reads one allegedly leaked line. “And I had said that to Jack about you so I felt seen / Everyone we know understands why it’s meant to be.” Matt Healy attends Converse Made by You Live with Swim Deep on March 17, 2015 in London, England. (Photo by Nicky J. Sims/Getty Images for Converse) The names likely refer to Taylor’s longtime producer Jack Antonoff and Boygenius singer Lucy Dacus, a mutual friend of Taylor and Matty’s. Taylor, of course, likes to leave clues and subtle references in her lyrics for the benefit of her most devoted fans. But it seems that when it comes to singing about her experience with Matty, Taylor is just putting it all out there. Matty might want to steer clear of social media for a month or so after this album drops. Taylor Swift & Matty Healy: Is TTPD Really All About Him & Their Split? was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

In recent months, a lot of people have demonstrated a total inability to be normal about Sydney Sweeney. Sometimes people are being creeps towards the Euphoria actress. Other times, people try to turn her into a one-woman culture war. Recently, film producer Carol Baum leveled a lot of criticism at the Anyone But You star — insulting her acting talent, her looks, and her popularity. Now, Sydney is clapping back. Sydney Sweeney attends Sydney Sweeney In Conversation With Josh Horowitz at 92NY on March 20, 2024. (Photo Credit: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images) Producer Carol Baum is not a fan of Sydney Sweeney The Jacob Burns Film Center held a screening of Carol Baum’s 1998 film, Dead Ringers. There, The Daily Mail reports, Baum griped about Sydney Sweeney after having watched Anyone But You on a plane trip. “I wanted to know who she is and why everybody’s talking about her,” Baum explained during the Q&A. “I watched this unwatchable movie — sorry to people who love this movie — (this) romantic comedy where they hate each other,” she complained. Sydney Sweeney attends the premiere of Neon’s “Immaculate” during Beyond Fest at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on March 15, 2024. (Photo Credit: Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Anyone But You stars Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell. The rom com about bitter exes faking a relationship raked in $218.8 million in theaters. Notably, that makes it a rarity — a successful romantic comedy in a time when so few of them exist, and even fewer manage to “work” with audiences. “I said to my class, ‘Explain this girl to me,’” Baum claimed. Notably, she is a professor at the University of Southern California. Baum then went on to make some outlandish claims before posing a question: “She’s not pretty. She can’t act. Why is she so hot?” Sydney Sweeney attends the 35th annual GLAAD Media Awards at The Beverly Hilton on March 14, 2024. (Photo Credit: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images) A rep for the actress is firing back “How sad that a woman in the position to share her expertise and experience chooses instead to attack another woman,” Sweeney’s rep expressed to USA Today on Wednesday, April 17. “If that’s what she’s learned in her decades in the industry and feels is appropriate to teach to her students,” the rep noted, “that’s shameful.” Sydney Sweeney’s rep added: “To unjustly disparage a fellow female producer speaks volumes about Ms. Baum’s character.” Sydney Sweeney attends the 2024 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 10, 2024. (Photo Credit: Amy Sussman/Getty Images) According to TMZ, Carol Baum has expressed regret over her criticism of the two-time Emmy nominee. That is understandable. Many people have said foolish things about celebrities — but most are anonymous enough that it doesn’t make the rounds on the internet. And, specifically, a lot of people are extremely weird about Sydney Sweeney. Specifically. This case of what some have suggested might be internalized misogyny on Baum’s part is actually unusual. A lot of the time, weirdo trolls who go after Sydney Sweeney are men who objectify her. Some want to shame her, while others try to mold her into some sort of “culture war symbol” against her will. Sydney Sweeney attends the world premiere of “Immaculate” during the 2024 SXSW Conference and Festival at The Paramount Theatre on March 12, 2024. (Photo Credit: Rick Kern/Getty Images for NEON) Please be more normal about Sydney Sweeney In March, some consummate weirdos on Twitter claimed that the actor attending the GLAAD Awards was some sort of cultural win against “the woke.” Why? Seemingly because she is pretty and blonde and white and thus their visual ideal. It is unsurprising that this particular type of person completely ignores who Sydney Sweeney is as a person. And while it’s awful that they treat the actress as a political prop, it’s a little funny that they think that “oh no, a pretty woman attended an awards show” is a victory. That’s an interesting way of moving goalposts. Meanwhile, we’re curious how these same creeps felt if they watched her psychological horror film, Immaculate. Sydney Sweeney Claps Back at ‘Shameful’ Critic Who Called Her Unattractive … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

Yes, Taylor Swift and Charlie Puth are friends. If you knew that, you probably wouldn’t have been so surprised by the fact that she name dropped him on her new album. Then again, it seems like most people didn’t, so… guess you’re not alone! After a leak of Taylor’s latest album hit the web a day before the release, a slew of lyrics from The Tortured Poets Department started to make the rounds. One in particular started to go viral, since it involved a shout out to someone Taylor’s never been linked to, at least romantically. Enter Charlie Puth to the chat. And yes, they do have some history. Charlie Puth attends the 10th Annual Breakthrough Prize Ceremony at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on April 13, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) Taylor Swift Name Drops Charlie Puth In New Lyrics Spoiler alert: we’re about to share some potential lyrics off the new album. If you’d rather not know, scroll ahead a bit. Taylor reportedly references Charlie Puth in the album’s title track, The Tortured Poets Department. Those who have listened to the song at first were blown away by the fact that it felt like the song was about her brief tryst with Matt Healy. But then focus turned to another man, name dropped in the song. The lyrics go: “You smoked and ate seven bars of chocolate / we declared Charlie Puth should be a bigger artist / I scratch your head, you fall asleep / Like a tattooed Golden Retriever.” Now, the initially, the reaction on social media was not kind. Some people actually had the audacity to criticize her song writing skills. To them, we say, “And how many Album of the Year Grammys do YOU have?!” But after the trolls calmed themselves, more loyal fans started questioning why Taylor and Charlie haven’t collaborated yet. They certainly have a fondness for each other. Taylor Swift attends the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 07, 2024. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Taylor Swift & Charlie Puth: Are They Friends? Yes, they are friends … or, at the very least, friendly! They certainly sing each other’s praises time and time again. And we do mean that literally. Taylor may have name dropped him in the song, but Charlie has more than once performed Taylor’s songs in concert. Behold this acoustic set of Taylor’s song Trouble performed by Charlie in Minneapolis in 2023. He also did a marvelous mashup of “Fifteen” from Fearless and “Blank Space” from 1989 during a show in NYC in 2022. Honestly, for years Charlie has been proving he’s a hardcore Swiftie, revering her music as only a true fan would. There was a time back in 2021 when Charlie went on about “Teardrops on My Guitar,” in an social media video. “This is why she’s such a genius, man. These are the chord changes,” Puth said before singing the first verse. “It’s wonderful. I think it’s wonderful,” he said. But don’t think that up until now it’s been a one way street. Taylor has made it clear how much she loves Charlie Puth before this as well. When Taylor finally jumped TikTok in 2021, Charlie was among the first to welcome his “fellow Sag” to the platform. Taylor responded in kind. “I’ve lurked your account for ages! Thanks for the welcome, piano prince.” Piano prince? That sounds like a great name for a next album, Charlie. GET ON THAT! Taylor Swift & Charlie Puth: Their Friendship Explained After Viral … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

He still has the accent. He still loves to play polo. And we’re guessing he’ll always be down for a spot of tea. But Prince Harry now considers himself an American citizen. In documents obtained this week by The Daily Mail — submitted by Companies House for Harry’s eco-travel venture, Travalyst — Prince Harry states his “New Country/State Usually Resident” is now the United States of America. It was previously recorded as the United Kingdom. Prince Harry speaks here on stage at The Archewell Foundation Parentsâ Summit: Mental Wellness in the Digital Age during Project Healthy Minds’ World Mental Health Day Festival 2023 at Hudson Yards on October 10, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Project Healthy Minds) Harry and wife Meghan Markle, officially moved out of their home in the United Kingdom on June 28, 2023 … three months after King Charles III evicted them from the property, known as Frogmore Cottage. The spouses, of course, resigned from most of their Royal Duties and moved to California back in the spring of 2020. At a charity event shortly afterward, Harry told those in attendance: “The UK is my home and a place that I love. That will never change.” Prince Harry makes a speech during the closing ceremony of the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 at Merkur Spiel-Arena on September 16, 2023 in Duesseldorf, Germany. (Photo by Joern Pollex/Getty Images for Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023) Harry further explained in December 2023 that he still considered the UK to be his “home,” but he and Markle felt “forced” to flee to the U.S. due to safety concerns. “The UK is central to the heritage of my children and a place I want them to feel at home as much as where they live at the moment in the US,” he said in written statement read in a London court amid his legal bid for taxpayer-funded police security … which was denied. “That cannot happen if it’s not possible to keep them safe when they are on UK soil.” The issue of Harry’s residency is of special interest these days because Donald Trump has claimed he will deport the Duke of Sussex if re-elected President. Prince Harry is in Düsseldorf in 2023 at Merkur Spiel-Arena on September 16, 2023 in this photo. (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation) The Prince, meanwhile, has stated that he hopes to become an American citizen one day. Maybe. Possibly. Eventually. “The American citizenship is a thought that has crossed my mind, but certainly is not something that is a high priority for me right now,” he told Good Morning America in February. “It’s amazing,” Harry added of West Coast living. “I love every single day.” Prince Harry reacts during the volleyball finals at the Merkur Spiel-Arena during day six of the Invictus Games. (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation) While Harry ponders some sort of return to the Royal Family, due to his dad’s cancer diagnosis, the aforementioned filing details may actually make that impossible. The Daily Mail has raised serious questions about whether he can remain as a Counsellor of State, one of seven members of the Royal Family who can deputise for the Monarch if he is abroad or unwell. Said Dr. Craig Prescott, an expert on constitutional law in Great Britain, last year: “We are really in uncharted waters here: the Prince Harry situation is not something the law easily allows for. “The idea of the second son of the King choosing a life away from royal duties is not something the law has thought about, and I can imagine that Buckingham Palace would be concerned by that.” Prince Harry Cuts Ties with Great Britain: I’m All Yours Now, America! was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

Kanye West is officially a suspect in a Los Angeles battery case after he allegedly punched a man who assaulted his wife, Bianca Censori. On Tuesday, Kanye and Bianca enjoyed an afternoon at Disneyland, but the day reportedly took a turn for the terrifying when she was grabbed by a random stranger. A rep for Kanye claims that what Bianca endured was nothing less than a full-blown physical “assault.” “The assailant didn’t merely collide into her,” the staffer told TMZ on Wednesday. Kanye West and Bianca Censori attend the Marni Fall/Winter 2024 Fashion Show during the Milan Fashion Week – Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025 on February 23, 2024 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Levati/Getty Images for Marni Srl) “He put his hands under her dress, directly on her body, he grabbed her waist, he spun her around, and then he blew her kisses,” the rep continued. “She was battered and sexually assaulted.” It’s unclear if any charges have been filed against Censori’s alleged assailant. Kanye West and Bianca Censori attend the Marni Fall/Winter 2024 Fashion Show during the Milan Fashion Week – Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025 on February 23, 2024 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Levati/Getty Images for Marni Srl) But it seems that Kanye is being investigated for allegedly punching the man. Kanye West to Be Questioned In Battery Case No warrant has been issued, but police tell TMZ that they plan to contact both Kanye and Bianca in order to get their accounts of the incident. It’s not the first time that West has been accused of assault. Kanye West poses before Christian Dior 2015-2016 fall/winter ready-to-wear collection fashion show on March 6, 2015 in Paris. (Photo credit should read PATRICK KOVARIK/AFP via Getty Images) In 2022, a man seeking an autograph from the rapper alleged that Kanye flipped out and attacked him for no reason. But while Kanye’s short temper has been well documented over the years, it seems that in this most recent case, his alleged attack may have been fully justified. Kanye and Bianca’s Controversial Romance Very little is known about Bianca, and that appears to be by design. Kanye West and Bianca Censori attend the Marni Fall/Winter 2024 Fashion Show during the Milan Fashion Week – Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025 on February 23, 2024 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Levati/Getty Images for Marni Srl) She’s often spotted at events with Ye, but she seldom speaks in public and has not been interviewed since the start of her marriage. Bianca’s family has spoken out against her relationship with Kanye, but it might be a long time before we get her thoughts on the situation. There have been rumors that Bianca is currently pregnant with Kanye’s baby, but those reports remain unconfirmed. Kanye West at Milk Studios on June 28, 2016 in Hollywood, California. adidas and Kanye West announce the future of their partnership: adidas + KANYE WEST. (Photo by Jonathan Leibson/Getty Images for ADIDAS) There have also been some signs that the relationship is a somewhat healthy one, at least by Kanye standards. For starters, Bianca has reportedlt received Kim Kardashian’s seal of approval, and she seems to have formed close relationships with Kim and Kanye’s kids. Furthermore, this week’s alleged assault notwithstanding, Kanye seems to have calmed down a bit since meeting Bianca. Although he has been feuding with Taylor Swift fans, which is usually a sign that Kanye is spiralling. Hopefully, Bianca can talk him down before he incurs the full wrath of the Swifties. Kanye West Named Suspect In Battery Case After Stranger Allegedly Assaults Bianca Censori was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

It is nearly here, Swifties. Not that we need to tell you that. As you quite possibly may have heard, Taylor Swift is coming out with her 11th studio album — very, very, very soon! It will be released at midnight EST on April 19. The Tortured Poets Department cover art, as presented by Taylor Swift. (Instagram) We’ve known this release date for months, but what else do we know about the upcoming Taylor Swift album?!? With fans clamoring for every shred of information available, The Hollywood Gossip has some some digging. We’ve done some investigating. We’ve asked some questions. And we’re excited to present the following answers in regard to The Tortured Poets Department… Has Travis Kelce Listened to Any of the Album? You know it! “I have heard some of it, yes. And it is unbelievable,” Swift’s boyfriend previously told reporters. “I can’t wait for her to shake up the world when it finally drops.” Added Kelce back then when asked for any follow-up details: “I can’t give you anything. I’ll leave that up to her.” Taylor Swift performs on stage during a concert as part of her Eras World Tour in Sydney on February 23, 2024. (Photo by DAVID GRAY/AFP via Getty Images) How Will Fans Be Able to Listen to the Album? It will be released on vinyl, cassette, CD and digital. Fans will also get a chance to listen to Swift’s album on Spotify and Apple Music when it comes out. (Hilarious Note: Spotify has reportedly been preparing for the release after fan traffic crashed the site in October 2022 following the release of Swift’s previous album, Midnights.) Will There Be Any Affiliated Music Videos? Does the following Instagram post answer this question? Swift recently teased the “TTPD Timetable” with an animated video posted to Instagram that confirmed a music video for one of the new songs will be dropping Friday evening at 8 p.m. EST. EEK! The social media footage opens on a clock reading 2:00 inside a room that’s reminiscent of Swift’s 1970s-inspired Midnights visuals. The camera then exits the room and moves down a bland hallway before landing on a door labeled, “The Tortured Poets Department.” Entering through the keyhole, we see a sparse black and white space that features two desks facing each other with empty chairs. Atop the desks are black typewriters, loose papers and coffee cups. Taylor Swift reacts after the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 in overtime during Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) Who Is Taylor Swift Collaborating With on The Tortured Poets Society? Featured on the tracklist previously dropped by Swift? Collaborations with Post Malone (“Fortnight”) and Florence + the Machine (“Florida!!!”). Swift’s longtime collaborator, Jack Antonoff, is also listed in the credits for co-writing a number of the new singles. Taylor Swift accepts the Album Of The Year award for âMidnightsâ onstage during the 66th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 4, 2024 in Los Angeles. (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images for The Recording Academy) Speaking of That Tracklist… Here it is! “Fortnight” feat. Post Malone “The Tortured Poets Department” “My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys” “Down Bad” “So Long, London” “But Daddy I Love Him” “Fresh Out the Slammer” “Florida!!!” feat. Florence + the Machine “Guilty as Sin?” “Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me?” “I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)” “loml” “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived” “The Alchemy” “Clara Bow” “The Manuscript” OR “The Bolter” OR “The Albatross” (Bonus Track) Taylor Swift with dancers and crew attend “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” Concert Movie World Premiere at AMC The Grove 14 on October 11, 2023 in Los Angeles. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images) What Has Taylor Said About the Album? “Okay, this is my 13th Grammy, which is my lucky number. I don’t know if I’ve ever told you that,” Swift said in February on stage while accepting the Best Pop Vocal Album award for her last original album. “I want to say thank you to the members of the Recording Academy for voting this way, but I know that the way that the Recording Academy voted is a direct reflection of the passion of the fans.” She then dropped the bombshell: “I want to say thank you to the fans by telling you a secret that I have been keeping from you for the last two years, which is that my brand new album comes out April 19th. It’s called The Tortured Poets Department. I’m gonna go post the cover right now backstage. “Thank you, I love you.” The Tortured Poets Department: EVERYthing We Know About Taylor Swift’s Album was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

No dilemma here: Ashanti just revealed she’s pregnant and engaged to Nelly for real! Millennials everywhere, gather! It’s our time! Ashanti is going to be welcoming a baby into the world and it’s just the kickoff of blessings 2024 has in-store for her. Nelly and Ashanti attend the 25th Annual Mark Twain Prize For American Humor at The Kennedy Center on March 24, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images) Ashanti Pregnant With Her First Child: I’ve Been Looking ‘Forward’ To This The “What’s Luv” singer, 43, revealed to Essence that she and Nelly are expecting their first child together. “This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope, and anticipation,” she told the magazine, adding: “Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé, and loyal fans, who have been so supportive of my career, is an amazing experience.” She also confirmed her pregnancy on Instagram after the interview dropped. In a video with her mom, Tina Douglas, she showed here mama the a positive Proov pregnancy test. “Imma need about nine months,” Ashanti teased when asked when she might be hitting the stage again. A very cute way to announce such a truly beautiful blessing. While this is Ashanti’s first kid, Nelly has a daughter Chanelle, 30, and son Cornell Haynes III, 25, with ex Channetta Valentine. He also adopted Shawn and Sydney Thomas, the two children of his sister, Jackie Donahue, after she died of leukemia in 2005. Nelly hosts Ashanti’s surprise birthday dinner at STK on October 13, 2012 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Rick Diamond/Getty Images) Ashanti & Nelly’s Engagement But hold up! Did Ashanti say… fiancé?! Indeed she did! In the interview, not only did she confirm her pregnancy, but she also confirmed she’s engaged to Nelly. While they didn’t share any details about when and how they got engaged, the news comes to the delight of fans who have been following their love story since 2003. Yes, 2003 – as in 20 years ago! These two were together for years, before their broke up and moved on with other people. But then, as Carrie Bradshaw would say, just like that, they found a way back to each other. “Yeah, we cool again,” he said during an interview last fall with Love and Hip Hop: Atlanta stars Kirk and Rasheeda Frost. “I think it surprised both of us, though. It wasn’t anything that …[was] planned. I think we’re both pretty much doing what we do.” A big congrats to the happy couple on everything! It’s going to be one hell of a year! Ashanti Pregnant AND Engaged To Nelly: What A ‘Blessing’! was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

Is Taylor Swift planning to drop two albums at once? While The Tortured Poets Department is bad news for Joe Alwyn, it’s good news for her untold millions of fans. But will hearing Taylor’s new album be the only exciting development before she returns to her Eras World Tour? Fans believe that Taylor has a surprise for them. And some hardcore Swifties believe that Taylor is preparing a second, surprise album to drop alongside The Tortured Poets Department. Taylor Swift attends the 66th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 04, 2024. (Photo Credit: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for The Recording Academy) ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ has a Friday, April 19 release date Taylor Swift’s 11th studio album has plenty of anticipation of its own. Between her once-surprising romance with football player Travis Kelce and her Eras World Tour making her into a billionaire, 2023 was a huge year for her. 2024 might be even huger. Taylor has been leaving a trail of clues (as is her habit) for diehard Swifties to follow. This means that her most devoted fans have spent the weeks, days, and hours leading up to her album release conjuring up theories about what Taylor has in store for everyone. Taylor Swift performs on stage during a concert as part of her Eras World Tour in Sydney on February 23, 2024. (Photo Credit: DAVID GRAY/AFP via Getty Images) TikTok denizen and self-described “obsessed” Swiftie Emerson (@swiftlyobsessed) shared a theory on Monday, April 15. The theory, posted to TikTok where information and disinformation both spread like wildfire, suggested that The Tortured Poets Department will actually be part of a “double-album drop” with another LP. It all comes down to a QR code teaser as part of a mural on Chicago’s River North District that same night. Taylor Swift gave you all of the clues The “ttpd13” QR code led to a 13-second clip on Swift’s YouTube page, which in turn shows a typewriter with “Error 321” and a very faint “13.” This might not be The Da Vinci Code, but it’s an exciting teaser for fans who spent the previous two months counting down the minutes for the album’s release. “Error 321” is what Taylor’s (seemingly crashed) site read hours before the Grammy Awards where she announced her new album. Of course, it also included the jumbled phrase “red herring,” which very reasonably leads people to suggest that this is misleading. General atmosphere of Spotify’s Taylor Swift pop-up at The Grove for her new album “The Tortured Poets Department” at The Grove on April 16, 2024. (Photo Credit: Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images) As for what fans imagine that the bonus LP might be, Emerson suggests that Taylor might be releasing a re-recording of Reputation, her sixth studio album. The underrated 2017 album still carries the taint of controversial record producer Scooter Braun. Taylor has produced a number of “Taylor’s Versions,” so many it’s a bit of a meme. Perhaps it’s already time for Reputation (Taylor’s Version) to launch? Taylor Swift performs on stage during a concert as part of her Eras World Tour in Sydney on February 23, 2024. (Photo Credit: DAVID GRAY/AFP via Getty Images) Is Taylor Swift really dropping TWO albums? As numerous social media commenters — on TikTok and on other, better platforms — pointed out, she’s unlikely to steal limelight from her own album. The Tortured Poets Department will certainly get its time in the sun. However, some fans suggested that she might announce that Reputation (Taylor’s Version) or some other, similarly exciting project is coming out. Taylor announced this album at an awards show, so she doesn’t mind announcements at important events. An announcement by itself won’t steal the thunder from her album release. Taylor Swift Planning to Release TWO Albums at Once as ‘The Tortured Poets … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

It may seem hard to believe, based on how contentious things have been for many years now between Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, but… … they may soon get even uglier. In court documents that only recently made their way around the Internet, Jolie accused Pitt back in the day of acting in an abusive manner. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt at the AFI FEST 2015 presented by Audi opening night gala premiere of Universal Pictures’ “By The Sea” at the Chinese Theatre on November 5, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. (Getty) As you may recall, there was an alleged incident on a private plane in September of 2016 during which Jolie has claimed Pitt choked the former couple’s son, Maddox. A very short time later, Jolie filed for divorce. According to the aforementioned documents, however, this was merely the first time Pitt’s alcoholism and affiliated rage had extended all the way to the pair’s children. In this new filing, Jolie says that Pitt’s physical abuse “started well before” the 2016 flight, only it was aimed squarely in her sole direction prior to that fateful flight. Angelina Jolie Pitt and Brad Pitt attend the opening night gala premiere of Universal Pictures’ “By the Sea” during AFI FEST 2015 presented by Audi at TCL Chinese 6 Theatres on November 5, 2015 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) The documents were filed as part of Jolie and Pitt’s ongoing struggle over Chateau Miraval French winery. Jolie’s team is working to release communication to prove that Pitt demanded that Jolie sign an “onerous” and “expansive” NDA before he would allow her to sell her portion of the winery. Now, meanwhile, In Touch Weekly reports that Jolie has actual recordings of incidents in which Pitt abused her. She may very well release them, or at least threaten to do so, in order to finalize the sale of the winery each currently owns a share of. Angelina Jolie Pitt and Brad Pitt attend the WSJ. Magazine 2015 Innovator Awards at the Museum of Modern Art on November 4, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for WSJ. Magazine 2015 Innovator Awards) “Angelina secretly recorded Brad many times throughout their marriage and has made it clear to him that she’s willing to use them to get back at him,” claims an In Touch source, noting that Jolie will sometimes leak stories to the press when she feels things aren’t going her way in their never-ending court battle. Or when Pitt appears to be connecting with their kids. The stars share Maddox, 22, Pax, 20, Zahara, 19, Shiloh, 17, and twins Knox and Vivienne, 15. Pitt reportedly thinks such a tactic will backfire on his ex-wife, with this insider stating the actor believes equal or even more “damage” will be done to Jolie’s reputation if the tapes get out. Angelina Jolie and her ex-husband Brad Pitt arrive at the 15th Annual AFI Awards at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills on January 9, 2015 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for AFI) Pitt, who has denied choking his son, thinks Jolie is “Hell bent on destroying him,” this same report states. To be clear, however, amid almost every single thing you read about the Angelina Jolie/Brad Pitt divorce, custody battle and various legal disagreements? Neither side has said a word in public himself or herself. Just something to keep in mind. Angelina Jolie: I Have Recordings of Brad Pitt Abuse! was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

Mama June Shannon is hopping aboard the Ozempic train. Mama June: Family Crisis has more than earned its title. Between June’s downward spiral, the tragic passing of Anna Cardwell, and the recent tensions between June and Alana, this is a family in turmoil. But there was a time when this was Mama June: From Not to Hot. It was a makeover show, documenting June’s surgical weight loss. June has since regained more than 100 pounds. And now she’s trying something new, inviting followers to join her on her “semaglutide journey.” On an April 2024 episode of Mama June: Family Crisis, June Shannon speaks to the confessional camera. (Image Credit: WEtv) Mama June Shannon is using Ozempic or Wegovy The WEtv star took to Instagram on Tuesday, April 16 to share a video in which she received a semaglutide dose. Ozempic and Wegovy are the brand names for semaglutide injections. This diabetes medicine has, in recent years, taken on the controversial use of luxury weight loss. “Come along with me as I go through this journey,” June invited in her Instagram caption alongside the video. On April 16, 2024, Mama June Shannon shared an Instagram post about taking semaglutide diabetes medications for weight loss. (Image Credit: Instagram) “I know a lot of y’all are on similar journeys,” June suggested. Some of her followers hope to receive insights into weight loss methods based upon June’s experiences. “So let’s do it together.” She wrote: “Tell me what your experiences are pros and cons and everything.” June told her followers: “I will be updating every week how things are going as I know I’m not the only person that has struggled since having a bariatric surgery.” June Shannon talks to the camera here and discussed her dramatic weight loss in this photo from her reality show. (Image Credit: WEtv) Mama June’s weight loss journey has had its ups and downs, and began many years before she turned to this polarizing medication for answers. In 2015, she weighed about 550 pounds. As Mama June: From Not to Hot documented for WEtv viewers, June underwent gastric sleeve surgery. This invasive procedure physically restricted the size of her stomach, forcing her into a dramatic caloric deficit. June dropped to 311 pounds. Over time, she dropped all of the way to 130 pounds. Diet and exercise continued to play a role … which is how June’s worsening health, her drug-fueled downward spiral, and her body’s natural attempt to store energy eventually led to her regaining a lot of weight. On Mama June: Family Crisis, the titular June Shannon speaks to the confessional camera. (Image Credit: WEtv) Mama June has regained a portion of her weight According to June, Anna Cardwell’s cancer battle and deterioration was a major stresser that contributed to her weight gain. June described regaining 130 pounds. That is a lot of weight on her very short frame, and she aimed to change that. When traditional weight loss methods did not work, she turned to semaglutide injections. To her credit, June doesn’t seem to be trying to push this controversial medication on everyone. She is recommending the doctor who’s filling her prescriptions, however. Use of semaglutides like Ozempic is extremely controversial, in part because of unknown long-term effects on non-diabetes patients. Primarily, however, it’s because the use for luxury weight loss has led to documented shortages of this medication for those who actually need it. At the same time, we can be grateful that the stress and grief if the past year have not led to Mama June backsliding in other ways. Better Ozempic than another expensive drug-fueled crisis. Everyone deserves to have the body that they desire. That’s not always feasible in practice, however. Only time will tell if June will meet her body goals. Mama June Shannon Begins Ozempic Treatments After Recent Weight Gain was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

Garrison Brown’s memory will obviously live on with those who loved him, but Christine Brown took things one step further. A month after the tragic passing of the young Sister Wives star, his family is still grappling with grief. While his parents, Janelle and Kody Brown, are dealing with their loss their way, his “other” mother, Christine Brown paid tribute with a special memorial at her new home. On Sister Wives, Garrison Brown receives hugs from his loving siblings. (Image Credit: TLC) Christine Brown Honors Garrison With “Beautiful” Backyard Memorial On Tuesday, April 16, Christine shared on Instagram that she and her husband, David Woolley, were making some changes to the landscape of their backyard. In a video clip on her stories, Christine shared they the’d planted a lovely Sedona Midnight tree in the yard. The tree was to honor Garrison, a former serviceman and her surrogate son. Though not related by blood, Christine played a major role in Garrison’s life. Fans who have watched the early seasons Sister Wives remember that while Meri and Janelle went to work to support the family financially, Christine handled a lot of the childcare. “It’s blooming quite nicely,” the Sister Wives star shared of the tree she planted for Garrison. Though still small, the tree already showed off beautiful pink blooms. “It’s called the Louisa Crabapple,” Christine explained. “it’s absolutely beautiful. In the end, it’s gonna drape over.” But that’s not all! Christine also included planter boxes as part of the design of the memorial. “I was telling David [about] the planter boxes that Garrison built for [her daughter] Truely and he was like, ‘That’s what we need in our backyard,’ so he built them,” Christine revealed. Christine Brown and David Woolley look so cute in this photo from Sister Wives. (TLC) The Sister Wives Family After Garrison’s Passing The 25-year old son of Janelle and Kody Brown died back on March 4 of a self-inflicted gunshot, rocking the reality television world in general, but most especially, his rather large family. Fans glimpsed photos from Garrison’s memorial service, witnessing for the first time his mother and various relatives bawling over the loss. Everyone from his siblings to his other surrogate mother, Meri Brown, have posted tributes after his passing. As of now, his father Kody Brown has not made an individual statement apart from the annonucement he made jointly with Janelle. His newest wife, Robyn, has also not spoken out specifically about Garrison’s death. We all grieve in our own ways. Garrison Brown Memory Honored By Christine Brown With Home Tribute was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article

Orlando Bloom is opening up about the accident that nearly left him paralyzed when he was a teenager. In his new Peacock show, Orlando Bloom: To the Edge, Katy Perry’s beloved husband attempts some of the must daring acts imaginable. We’re talking wing-suiting thousands of feet above the ground, diving into the deepest depths of the ocean and rock climbing hundreds of feet. But all of this would’ve been impossible almost 3 decades ago, when an accident left Orlando in such condition, it was feared he’d never walk ago. Orlando Bloom shares never before seen photos of his accident at 19 in his new Peacock show. (Peacock/Youtube) Orlando Bloom’s Accident: What Happened When He Was 19? “I felt as close to death as I could possibly get.” Those are the words of Orlando, as he introduced his new adventure series to fans with the first promo. In the first look of Orlando Bloom: To the Edge, the fame Pirates of the Caribbean star shows fans what to come of the 3-episode docuseries. Orlando soars in the sky, swims to the murky deeps, and even finds himself scaling a massive rock formation he is warned “1000% do not fall territory.” But why do all of this? Well, for one thing, Orlando is a self-proclaimed adrenaline junkie. Yet, perhaps more importantly, it’s the fact that he can that he does, because when he was 19, there was a real fear he wouldn’t ever walk again. Orlando first shared the story in 2022, as part of Unicef’s World Mental Health Day on Oct. 10. In a video message, he explained that he broke his back after falling three floors from a window. With his spinal cord “just intact” the doctors gave him a grim diagnosis. “I was told for the first four days that I may never walk again,” he said in the Instagram video. ‘LOTR’ star Orlando Bloom attends the UNICEF At 75 Celebration at NeueHouse Los Angeles in 2021. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images) Orlando’s “Painful Journey” Back To Himself The show, which airs on Peacock starting on April 18th, discusses Orlando’s injury, as well as how his recovery time motivated him to keep going. “That was really the beginning of what was a long and painful journey for me,” he added in his video for Unicef, “into recognizing and understanding some of the patterns that had been in my life that had led me to having numerous accidents. And the culmination was breaking my back, which was a near-death experience.” Orlando confesses that his recovery was “really remarkable and unheard of.” Just 12 days after having surgery on his back, he was able to walk out of the hospital on crutches. Of course, that was after nearly two weeks of wearing a brace and physical therapy Still, the point is, he walked away. Katy Perry and husband Orlando Bloom attend the 10th Annual Breakthrough Prize Ceremony on April 13, 2024. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) His New Show & What Fans Can Expect “While I was at moments scared for my life during the show, having come out the other end of it I feel way more capable,” Orlando told The Associated Press ahead of the show debut. That’s an understatement. In attempting all three ridiculously dangerous sports – wingdiving, rock climbing, and freediving – Orlando trained for weeks, where as other train for years. In one particular moment, his wife Katy Perry watches on during his first flight in a wingsuit. Usually, jumpers need 200 leaps with an instructor before going solo; Orlando does it after two weeks. While he makes it to the ground safely to his wife’s arms and earns the nickname “wombat,” it’s frightening all the same to watch. Especially knowing just how well he knows the risk if something goes terribly wrong. “I’m very grateful for my life,” he says. “I’m even more grateful having survived ‘Orlando Bloom: To the Edge.’” Orlando Bloom Accident: His ‘Painful Journey’ Of Learning To Walk Again was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip. View the full article