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Brooks Nader Recalls Her Dad Taking Her Phone After She Sent ‘Dirty Pics’

26 January 2025 at 10:58
Brooks Nader Recalls Her Dad Taking Her Phone After She Sent Dirty Pics At Age 16
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Brooks Nader is recalling an awkward moment with her dad while trying her hand at a viral TikTok trend.

“‘You’re so funny!’ Thanks, when I was 16 my Dad snatched my unlocked phone out [of] my hands while I was sending dirty pics and locked himself in his truck and read with horror while I tried to break his car window with a bat!!!!!” Nader, 28, wrote over a Saturday, January 25, TikTok post.

Nader captioned the upload, “Needless to say I was grounded for approx 2 years!!!!”

In the comments section of Nader’s post, sister Sarah Jane wrote, “Even I have PTSD from this one.” When a user claimed they would “actually pass out” if this happened to them, Nader replied, “Oh I did, after reading the texts aloud.”

DWTS’ Gleb Savchenko’s Daughter Reacts to Video of Dad and Brooks Nader

Years after the incident with her dad, Nader went on to tie the knot with Billy Haire in 2019. After four years of marriage, Nader confirmed the pair split. In May 2024, a representative for the model said the couple were “divorcing after living apart for months,” and added, “The split is amicable.”

Months later, Nader was announced as a cast member of Dancing With the Stars season 33, where she was partnered with pro Gleb Savchenko.

“We have a good energy. Like, I think we got good vibes. I mean, it’s nice to be in the room for five hours a day with someone that you get along with,” Savchenko exclusively told Us Weekly in September 2024. “And also, you know, looking like that. She’s hot.”

Us broke the news while the show was airing that Savchenko and Nader were “hooking up.” Days later, the twosome made headlines when they revealed they got matching tattoos. After their elimination, Savchenko and Nader split — but went on to rekindle their romance. Before confirming the news, Nader played coy to Us.

Gleb Savchenko and Brooks Nader’s Relationship Timeline

“I don’t know what to say about that,” she exclusively told Us in December 2024. “I don’t even know what’s going on. I know I am confusing people, but I am confusing myself. I am loving life.”

Hours later, Savchenko confirmed the news to TMZ and gushed that he and Nader “are together.” When asked whether their romance was a “showmance,” Savchenko denied the idea.

“Of course it’s real. Everything is real,” he said. “We’re not playing. We’re not playing games.”

As the pair have continued to give glimpses of their relationship, Savchenko hinted that he’s ready to take the next step with Nader.

While sharing a video sitting with DWTS pros Pasha Pashkov and Daniella Karagach’s 20-month-old daughter, Nikita, Savchenko said that he’s open to expanding his family. (Savchenko is a dad to daughters Olivia, 13, and Zlata, 7, whom he welcomed with ex-wife Elena Samodanova.)

“I think I’m ready for a 3rd one,” Savchenko wrote via his Instagram Story on January 6, tagging Nader.

Bill Gates and Melinda Gates' Former Marriage in Their Own Words

26 January 2025 at 10:47
Bill and Melinda Gates’ Former Marriage in Their Own Words
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Bill Gates and Melinda Gates were married for more than two decades until their 2021 separation.

“After a great deal of thought and a lot of work on our relationship, we have made the decision to end our marriage,” Melinda wrote in a statement shared that May. “Over the last 27 years, we have raised three incredible children and built a foundation that works all over the world to enable all people to lead healthy, productive lives.”

She added, “We continue to share a belief in that mission and will continue our work together at the foundation, but we no longer believe we can grow together as a couple in this next phase of our lives.”

Bill and Melinda tied the knot in 1994, nearly 10 years after initially meeting when she was hired at his Microsoft company. They started off as friends before entering into a romantic relationship.

Bill Gates Says Divorcing Ex-Wife Melinda Was 'The Mistake I Most Regret'

“She had other boyfriends, and I had Microsoft,” Bill joked in 2019’s Inside Bill’s Brain. “We were like, ‘Hey we are not really serious about each other, are we? We are not going to demand each other’s time.’”

Bill and Melinda, who left the then-couple’s eponymous nonprofit in 2024, share three children: Jennifer, Rory and Phoebe. Keep scrolling for everything they’ve said about marriage and divorce:

Years of Advice

Bill and Melinda Gates’ Former Marriage in Their Own Words
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Bill and Melinda were long seen as a power couple.

“Working together as well as raising a family together, there’s a certain intensity to that,” he said during a 2019 Facebook Live session. “But we’re very lucky because we mostly see things the same way, the goals are very much the same.”

The ‘Lowest’ Moments

Speaking to USA Today in May 2022, Melinda described the moment she decided to end her marriage.

“My lowest moment in life was when I finally reached the decision that I knew I needed to leave my marriage,” she recalled. “That wasn’t something I ever thought would happen to me. It certainly wasn’t what I thought on the day I got married, but I realized for myself, I needed to make a healthier choice, and that was just a very, very sad day.”

Learning to Show Up

After the pair settled their divorce in 2021, Melinda detailed her new normal.

“It’s unbelievably painful, in innumerable ways, but I had the privacy to get through it,” she told Fortune in October 2022. “I also kept working with the person I was moving away from, and I needed to show up and be my best self every single day. So even though I might be crying at 9 a.m. and then have to be on a videoconference at 10 a.m. with the person I’m leaving, I have to show up and be my best. And I learned as a leader that I could do it.”

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Alleged Affair Fallout

Amid the divorce, Bill was accused of infidelity.

“The divorce is definitely a sad thing. I have responsibility for causing a lot of pain to my family,” he said on the Today show in May 2022. “It was a tough year. I feel good that all of us are moving forward now. I certainly made mistakes and I take responsibility. I don’t think delving into the particulars at this point is constructive, but yes I caused pain and I feel terrible about that.”

While Bill didn’t concretely reveal whether or not he was unfaithful, the accusations were still hurtful to Melinda.

“It wasn’t one moment or one specific thing that happened,” she said on CBS Mornings about what led to the breakup. “There just came a point in time where there was enough there that I realized it just wasn’t healthy and I couldn’t trust what we had.”

‘Hardest Thing’ She’s Faced

Bill and Melinda Gates’ Former Marriage in Their Own Words
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“[The divorce] was the hardest thing I had ever been through in my life,” Melinda said on a May 2024 episode of Jay Shetty’s podcast. “I thought I was going to be married for life. I thought I’d be married 50-plus years, and so all of a sudden, that even despite very very much work and counseling, what you had doesn’t actually exist.”

According to Melinda, she couldn’t move forward without “enough trust.”

“I never cried so much my whole life,” she added. I prayed for a lot of grace for myself, for my children [and] for the whole situation that we would somehow get through this as a family behind the scenes.”

Melinda Gates Resigns From Her and Ex-Husband Bill Gates’ Joint Foundation

Leaving the Foundation

Melinda left her role on the board of the Gates’ eponymous foundation in June 2024.

“After careful thought and reflection, I have decided to resign from my role as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation,” she wrote via Instagram one month earlier. “My last day of work at the foundation will be June 7th.”

Melinda further stressed that she was “immensely proud” of the work the organization had accomplished during her tenure.

“The time is right for me to move forward into my next chapter of my philanthropy,” she continued. “This is a critical moment for women and girls in the U.S. and around the world — those fighting to protect and advance equality are in urgent need of support.”

Mistakes and Failures

In a January 2025 profile with The Times of London, Bill said their divorce was “the mistake I most regret.”

“The divorce thing was miserable for me and Melinda for at least two years,” Bill said, noting that he initially hoped they could have replicated his parents’ lasting marriage. “I encouraged Melinda to be a little calmer than my mother was, but we were both quite driven. I spent more time with the kids than my dad did, but the ratio was still 10:1, with Melinda doing most things for the kids. We had a great time.”

The tech mogul added, “There is a certain wonderfulness to spending your entire adult life with one person because of the memories and depth of things you have done and having kids together. When Melinda and I met, I was fairly successful but not ridiculously successful — that came during the time that we were together. So, she saw me through a lot.”

Amicable for the Kids

Bill and Melinda Gates’ Former Marriage in Their Own Words
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“Melinda and I still see each other — we have three kids and two grandchildren so there are family events,” Bill told The Times of London in January 2025. “The kids are doing well. They have good values.”

Bill and Melinda Gates’ Love Story Revisited: A Timeline

26 January 2025 at 10:40

Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates announced their plans to divorce in May 2021, which came as a shock to many after 27 years of marriage.

“After a great deal of thought and a lot of work on our relationship, we have made the decision to end our marriage,” they shared in a statement on May 3, adding that they “no longer believe we can grow together as a couple in this next phase of our lives.”

The couple met in 1987 when Melinda started working at Microsoft, the company Bill founded. After the romance got serious, Bill made a pro/con list for whether he should propose (really), and they decided to embark on a life together. Bill and Melinda married in 1994, the same year they launched the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The two welcomed daughter Jennifer in 1996, son Rory in 1999 and daughter Phoebe in 2002.

“Working together as well as raising a family together, there’s a certain intensity to that,” Bill said in a 2019 Facebook Live. “But we’re very lucky because we mostly see things the same way, the goals are very much the same.”

Scroll through for a full timeline of Bill and Melinda’s romance:

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Bill and Melinda meet for the first time while attending a PC trade show in New York City. Bill asked Melinda out several weeks later, and he had to set the date two weeks in advance due to his busy schedule.

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The couple married on the Hawaiian island of Lanai on New Year’s Day.

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Bill and Melinda’s first child, Jennifer, is born. Melinda decides to step down from her career to focus on raising her daughter and welcomes son Rory in 1999 and daughter Phoebe in 2002.
"Just like in a family with kids, in business, we show up with a united front that this is who we are," Melinda said.

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The couples’ past charitable organizations reorganize and become the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and they both serve on the board of trustees. Bill says it’s an equal partnership. 
“In the case of Melinda, it is a truly equal partner,” Bill said in the Netflix doc. “She’s a lot like me in that she is optimistic and she is interested in science. She is better with people than I am. She’s a tiny bit less hardcore about knowing, you know, immunology, than I am.”

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Their charitable efforts get plenty of public attention, and they’re named Time’s Persons of the Year along with Bono. “We realize that we’ve been extremely fortunate in business, and we want to give back in ways that can do the most good for the most people,” they said in a statement at the time. “But we also believe that everyone has something to offer — time, money, or energy — that can help others.”

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When Melissa releases her book, she and Bill do several interviews highlighting the strength of their marriage. “I’m always interested in his point of view and I know he’s always interested in mine, I think sometimes our disagreements sharpen the questions that we ask each other,” Melinda said in a 2019 Facebook Live.

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The couple announced their divorce and court documents revealed that they have a separation contract. 

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Just three months after announcing their split, the pair finalized their divorce. According to documents obtained by Us Weekly, the court found that the "marriage is irretrievably broken." The judge ordered both parties to comply with the terms of their separation contract but did not award any financial judgment or spousal support. The court also found that the division of property and personal property that the former couple agreed upon is "fair (just and equitable)." No child supported was ordered, either, as the pair's three children are all legal adults. 

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Nearly one year after news of Bill’s 2000 affair with a Microsoft employee made headlines, Melinda broke her silence on the infidelity. “I certainly believe in forgiveness, so I thought we had worked through some of that,” she said during an interview on CBS Mornings. “It wasn’t one moment or one specific thing that happened. There just came a point in time where there was enough there that I realized it just wasn’t healthy and I couldn’t trust what we had.”Melinda also acknowledged how “painful” the pair’s split was, adding that being “angry” was “part of the grieving process.” However, she “started on this journey of healing” and felt like she was finally “turning a page in the chapter.”

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During an interview with CBS Mornings, Melinda revealed that her ex-husband's working relationship with Jeffrey Epstein was one of the factors that led to the couple's split. "I did not like that he’d had meetings with Jeffrey Epstein,” she told Gayle King. “I made that clear to him.”
The philanthropist went on to say that she met the late financier "exactly one time" so she could see what kind of person he was. "I regretted it from the second I stepped in the door," she recalled. "He was abhorrent. He was evil personified. I had nightmares about it afterwards. ... It was awful, and he was awful."
When King asked if Bill continued to see Epstein after that meeting, Melinda said that only her ex could answer that. "Any of the questions remaining about what Bill's relationship there, those are for Bill to answer," she explained. "But I made it very clear how I felt about him." 
In a statement to CBS, Bill said that he now regrets ever spending time with the disgraced businessman. “Meeting with Epstein was a mistake that I regret deeply,” he told the network. “It was a substantial error in judgement.”

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During an appearance on Today, Bill opened up about the "sad and tragic" end to his marriage.
"The divorce is definitely a sad thing. I have responsibility for causing a lot of pain to my family. It was a tough year. I feel good that all of us are moving forward now," the billionaire explained in May 2022.
In response to a question about his rumored infidelity possibly playing a role in his divorce, Bill replied, "I certainly made mistakes and I take responsibility. I don’t think delving into the particulars at this point is constructive, but yes I caused pain and I feel terrible about that."

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Melinda told Fortune that her divorce from Bill had been “unbelievably painful in innumerable ways.”
“But I had the privacy to get through it,” Melinda told the outlet. “I also kept working with the person I was moving away from, and I need to show up and be my best self every single day. So even though I might be crying at 9 a.m. and then have to be on a videoconference at 10 a.m. with the person I’m leaving, I have to show up and be my best. And I learned as a leader that I could do it.”

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Bill and Melinda continued to work together at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation until she stepped away. Melinda announced her resignation via Instagram.
“After careful thought and reflection, I have decided to resign from my role as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation,” she wrote. “My last day of work at the foundation will be June 7th.”
In a subsequent statement, Bill said he was “sorry” to see Melinda go but was “sure she will have a huge impact in her future philanthropic work.” He added, “As a cofounder and cochair Melinda has been instrumental in shaping our strategies and initiatives, significantly impacting global health and gender equality.”

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During an episode of Jay Shetty’s “On Purpose Podcast,” Melinda opened up about how she struggled after her and Bill’s split, calling it “the hardest thing [she] had ever been through in [her] entire life.”
“I thought I was going to be married for life,” she said. ”I thought I’d be married 50 plus years. So all of a sudden, despite very much work and counseling, what you had doesn’t actually exist and, for me, I couldn’t go forward. There wasn’t enough trust any longer. It wasn’t something I wished for. I certainly didn’t think I’d be in my late 50s and be divorced.”
She added, “It was incredibly challenging.” She credited her survival to “close friends” and “a good therapist,” noting that divorce is “not something I would wish on any family.” However, she noted that “on the other side there can be a lot of beauty” after getting through “the rough patches.”

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Bill was candid about his divorce from Melinda, telling The Times of London, “That was the mistake I most regret.” For Bill, their split is one of his biggest failures.
“You would have to put that at the top of the list,” he told the outlet. “There are others but none that matter. The divorce thing was miserable for me and Melinda for at least two years.” Bill added that he does feel “more cheerful now,” despite his regret.
“When we got divorced it was tough and then she made the decision to leave the foundation — I was disappointed that she took the option to go off,” he continued. “Melinda and I still see each other — we have three kids and two grandchildren so there are family events,” Bill told the U.K. newspaper. “The kids are doing well. They have good values.”

Princess Anne Says She Has No Memory of Accident Before Hospitalization

26 January 2025 at 10:29
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Princess Anne said she had no recollection of the accident that led to her hospitalization last summer.

“I know where I thought I was going and that was to go to the chickens, no, nothing to do with horses,” Anne told the Press Association during a trip to South Africa in an interview published on Friday, January 24.

The Princess Royal, 74, spent five nights at the Southmead Hospital in Bristol, England, after sustaining “minor injuries and concussion following an incident” at her Gatcombe Park estate, Buckingham Palace said in a statement on June 24, 2024.

At the time, Anne’s medical team said her injuries could have been caused by the impact of a horse’s legs or head. But according to the royal, she can’t remember being with her horses prior to her hospitalization.

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“[It had been] my regular visit,” she continued. “I don’t have any idea what I was doing in the field, because I never normally went that way.”

“It just reminds you, shows you — you never quite know, something [happens] and you might not recover,” she added.

Anne said the accident and subsequent hospitalization reminded her to “take each day as it comes.”

At the time, the palace said Anne’s hospitalization was a “precautionary measure for observation” and added that she was “expected to make a full and swift recovery.”

The accident came during a difficult year for the royal family, as Anne’s brother, King Charles III, and Princess Kate Middleton were dealing with respective cancer diagnoses.

Middleton announced in January that she is in remission, while Charles is expected to resume a full schedule of engagements this year.

Anne has been consistently named the “hardest working royal” by the British press for several years. In 2024, she completed 217 engagements— the most of any royal — Daily Mail reported. Charles came in second place with 186 engagements, per the outlet.

When asked about the possibility of retirement, Anne told the Press Association that “it isn’t really an option.”

“I don’t think there’s a retirement programme on this particular life,” she said. “It really isn’t written in, no. It isn’t really an option, no, I don’t think so.”

Walmart Just Dropped So Many New Elevated Wardrobe Essentials

26 January 2025 at 10:03

I spend nearly eight hours a day shopping, so I’m well versed in finding the best fashion for the season. And while I have a long list of go-to fashion brands I prefer, I’ve been shocked by Walmart this year.

When I was a child, I used to dread when my grandma would drag me to Walmart. Now as an adult, I live for finding elevated (and super affordable) fashion pieces at the store. I’m always pleasantly surprised by the endless chic looks that rival pricier options.

During a recent online shopping session, I noticed Walmart’s new arrivals section is overflowing with elevated wardrobe staples (spoiler: there’s a rich mom-style lounge set that exudes quiet luxury). Scroll on to find affordable denim, sweaters and two-piece sets starting at $14. There are so many pieces to shop, so get comfy, grab a coffee and let’s get into it!

11 New Arrivals at Walmart We’re Buying ASAP

1. Cozy Jumpsuit: Whether you’re working from home or need a cozy weekend outfit, this scuba knit wide-leg jumpsuit is chic and versatile. Style with a heavy cardigan or sweater draped over the shoulders.

2. Effortless Blazer: I’ve been on the hunt for a classic, double-breasted blazer that doesn’t feel stiff. So when I found this relaxed-fit blazer, I fell in love. The slightly oversized fit pairs effortlessly with jeans or dresses. Choose from seven colors including a creamy mocha shade.

3. Everyday Jeans: You’re going to want to add these everyday jeans to cart fast. They look like pairs triple their price, yet they’re under $30! The jeans are slightly cropped, hitting right at the ankle. The vintage wash and frayed hems add character and style.

4. Low-Rise Jeans: Speaking of jeans, low-rise denim is trending (again), and this relaxed pair with a tie waist is too cute not to try. They’re bringing back all the Y2K vibes with the low-slung design that sits right out the hips.

5. Scallop Tank: This cute tank top with scalloped edges made its way into my cart so fast. Between the scallop trim, a ribbed design and perfect length, this top doesn’t lack any character. And I can layer it under cardigans year-round!

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6. Beautiful Bows: Tops with bow details are a rising fashion trend, and this bow-front blouse is the perfect staple to elevate your office wardrobe (or to add a little flair to your everyday looks)!

7. Rich Mom Lounge Set: In case you need another reminder, we adore two-piece sets. This elegant set is one of the best ones we’ve seen in a while. The sweater top is the star of the show, featuring a loose cardigan style with a tie belt to complete the chic look.

8. Ribbed Pajamas: It never hurts to refresh your pajama drawer. Add this long-sleeve pajamas two-pack to your cart and enjoy the cozy ribbed knit feel. Choose from eight cute colors (my fave is black and lilac)!

9. Classic Crewneck: This lightweight, crewneck-style sweater seamlessly transitions from winter to spring. Pair with cream-colored pants or a flirty dress.

10. Cozy Half-Zip Sweater: While we’re patiently waiting for winter to disappear, don’t ditch your daily walks. This half zip pullover sweater makes it easy to bundle up without sacrificing style. Better yet, it’s comfortable to wear under a coat without overheating.

11. Ruffle Dress: I can’t help but dream about warmer weather, and I know this cotton ruffle mini dress won’t be in stock long. The puff sleeves and ruffled hem are just too cute! You’ll be happy to have a spring-ready dress in your closet for when those weirdly warm February days roll around.

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Amy Schumer Shares Fresh-Faced Selfie With ‘No Filter’ and ‘No Filler’

26 January 2025 at 10:00

Amy Schumer just shared a glowing selfie, revealing she used “no filter” and “no filler.”

The actress, 43, posted the fresh-faced photo via her Instagram Stories and page on Saturday, January 25, writing, “What can I say It was a good night.”

When asked by a follower what made it such a good evening, Schumer responded in the comments section, “Good family time then got to perform with people I love and respect.”

Her post comes after Schumer opened up about her Cushing syndrome diagnosis during a “Call Her Daddy” podcast episode on Wednesday, January 22. (Cushing syndrome is a disorder caused by elevated cortisol in the blood, and leads to a swollen, red, round face.)

Schumer said she found out she had the disease after internet trolls pointed out her “puffy” face during a press tour last year. Some medical professionals chimed in, however, and that’s when she realized the puffiness might be a serious side effect.

Amy Schumer Found Out She Had Cushing Syndrome After ‘Moon Face’ Comments

She told host Alex Cooper, “They were, like, ‘No, no … something’s really up. Your face looks so crazy that we think something’s up.’”

Amy Schumer Shares Fresh-Face Selfie With ‘No Filter’ and ‘No Filler’
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Turns out she had Cushing, which she was diagnosed with in February 2024 — right before she started filming Kinda Pregnant, hitting Netflix on February 5.

“I was getting these steroid injections, and so it gave me this thing called Cushing syndrome; which I wouldn’t have known if the internet hadn’t come for me so hard,” she added. “I learned that I had something called ‘moon face,’ and I’m starring in a movie and there’s a camera in my face, and I’m like, ‘Oh my God.’ I was feeling really down on myself before I started filming this movie.”

Schumer said director Lorraine Caffery “amp[ed] me up” and reassured her that she looked “f—ing great.” Turns out, her system “just had to work itself out” and her face is now, as seen in her latest selfie, radiant.

“Happy for you. You also look great,” Cheyenne Jackson commented, with Olivia Munn adding, “Pretttyyyy.”

Amy Schumer Says Puffy Face Comments Led to Cushing Syndrome Diagnosis

After social media users insulted her appearance last year, Schumer told journalist Jessica Yellin for Substack’s News Not Noise column that diagnosing Cushing was no easy task and she feared for her future, as well as her son, Gene, 5, whom she shares with husband Chris Fischer.

“The shaming and criticism of our ever-changing bodies is something I have dealt with and witnessed for a long time,” she added. “I want so much for women to love themselves and be relentless when fighting for their own health in a system that usually doesn’t believe them.”

Hugh Jackman Jokes He’s Working on Skipping After NYC Performance Mishap

26 January 2025 at 09:58
Hugh Jackman Jokes Hes Working on Skipping Skills After a Performance Mishap
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Hugh Jackman is showing off his skipping skills after a performance mishap during his Radio City Music Hall Show From New York, With Love.

In an Instagram video shared on Sunday, January 26, Jackman concentrated on his jump rope ability as he moved from side to side and crossed his arms while skipping. Jackman, who rocked a tank top and shorts in the clip, smiled after he completed the task in the middle of the gym.

“So here’s the thing … my trainer Beth Lewis and I worked for months and months to get me remotely close to being ready to do this jump rope choreo on stage,” Jackman captioned the post. “She has the patience of a saint!!! And while I still messed up, I had a blast. And get to do it again 21 more times! Thank you @bethlewisfit #fromnewyorkwithlove @radiocitymusichall.”

Jackman debuted his moves during night one of his From New York, with Love at New York City’s Radio City Music Hall on Friday, January 24. The show was reportedly attended by his girlfriend, Sutton Foster, and Jackman’s pals, Ryan Reynolds and Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy.

Reynolds, who made a surprise appearance in the crowd for a “Hugh & A” session, gushed over his pal.

“Just like here, he knew every single person’s name, even though he was making them up half the time,” Reynolds, 48, told the crowd. “He showed a kind of courtesy and gentleness and curiosity, and he put value into every single crew member that we were working with.”

Reynolds called Jackman his “gotcha for life,” even though, he said, “I’m his second-best friend.”

Reynolds joked that “we were supposed to finish this bit where these two security gentlemen come and they try to take the mic [from] me — it’s like a struggle, and then they tase me and I go down, and then they hog-tie me and then they put me in the Radio City music garbage dump, and then they just light it on fire.”

Ryan Reynolds Grabs the Mic at Hugh Jackman's Concert in New York City

He continued, “I wanted to actually just say, I love this man, I care about this man. He is, he is genuinely the best human being I know. And I have 4 children!” (Reynolds shares four kids with his wife, Blake Lively.)

Jackman appreciated the gesture. “I love you, Ryan Reynolds, I love you, man,” Jackman replied, joking that Reynolds was his fifth best friend. “Thanks for coming. And thanks for asking for a free ticket, too.”

After the show, Jackman took to Instagram to reflect on the milestone moment. “What an incredible night it was. We opened our show at the @radiocitymusichall. It had all the feels. The love, the glitches, the sweat, the tears, the laughter and, and, and,” Jackman wrote. “The love emanating from the audience was enormous. We all felt it. And the icing is we get to keep the party going 23 more times. Thank you to the cast and crew for your tireless efforts and talent. Both photos, please credit: @kevinmazur #fromnewyorkwithlove.”

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