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Warning: Spoilers for Final Destination: Bloodlines.
Joyner, 24, stars as Bobby Campbell in Final Destination: Bloodlines, which hit theaters on Friday, May 15, and is already the No. 1 movie in the world. The actor is undoubtedly a standout in the latest installment of the beloved horror comedy franchise, but much like his costars and predecessors before him, he couldn’t escape being brutally killed off in one of the most off-the-wall ways possible.
Joyner is given the honor of death by anaphylaxis in the film, as his character is deathly allergic to nuts. It’s actually kind of a nut allergy and vending machine coil through the skull combo, but his demise begins when he decides to eat a peanut butter cup in a last ditch attempt to outsmart his family’s death curse.
Luckily for Joyner, he’s no stranger to food-related deaths — he famously died by a car engine-heated street hot dog in his critically acclaimed series Julie and the Phantoms. Nor is he, it turns out, a stranger to severe nut allergies.
“I brought my real EpiPen and we were doing the scene and [directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein] were like, ‘So do you know anything about [allergies]? Like, have you ever experienced something like that?’ And I was like, ‘Yeah, actually I brought my EpiPen!’” Joyner told Us Weekly exclusively. “And I saw a little twinkle in their eye. I feel like that’s when I booked it.”
Joyner heard from a friend who was also auditioning for Bobby that there was a scene involving an EpiPen. His pal also shared insight into how keen Lipovsky and Stein were to take big swings. The directing duo rented out an entire set when pitching their concept to Warner Bros. in hopes of giving execs an immersive experience.
“During their director pitch, [Zach and Adam] had a conversation and they were talking to camera while the back of their fireplace caught on fire. And then it spread to the walls, the paintings went to the roof and the entire room was on fire,” Joyner explained. “And it turned out they were in a set and they had staged that whole thing because they were just such big fans.”
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Joyner, of course, didn’t have “the money” to set up an entire stage, so he worked with his own real-life experiences — and the effort clearly paid off. His sitcom experience likely also swung the pendulum his way, as Final Destination is known for its unique comedy elements.
That comedy, however, felt particularly tricky with Bloodlines as so much of the plot revolves around a single family unit dying off one by one. Joyner told Us it was a “big conversation” between the cast and creatives to figure out tonally where to land with each big death.
“With the family dynamics, it was so different, because it almost felt like it was accepted that people moved on with the other movies because they were friends. But we have to keep pushing,” he said. “Like, how much do we commit if our sister dies or if this person dies within our family? How deep do we go?”
A huge focus, Joyner noted, was figuring out what the audience would want above all else — “If you lose them, you already lost on the first day,” he told Us — but ultimately, the film opted to lean on the humor. That’s where the improv came in.
“Kudos to the directors and the creative team because they totally let us go on our own,” Joyner said. “We would do two takes by the book and by the lines and then we would do two that were just kind of crazy improv or as many as they let us do. And they would come to us and [say], ‘Go crazy. Say whatever you want.’ So there’s some crazy footage out there of us saying stuff that does not work.”
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As the rest of Us anxiously await the blooper reel, Joyner is celebrating what did make it to the final edit. Bloodlines — the sixth film in the franchise — follows a family who realize they are part of a decades-long death curse after their relative (Brec Bassinger) escaped a tragic accident years prior. Being part of such a hefty legacy is a responsibility that Joyner hasn’t taken lightly.
“It’s pretty intimidating, you know? Obviously, as an actor, it’s super exciting with a big piece of IP like this … and there’s millions of people that love it,” he confessed. “But at the same time, being 14 and a half years later, they were gonna have to — not reinvent the wheel — but maybe paint it a little bit, and change things up for the audience. Like, a little bit of a roll of the dice. So I was nervous.”
Joyner was put at ease after seeing the script from Jon Watts, Lori Evans Taylor and Guy Busick. “And then, of course, [producers] Craig [Perry] and Sheila [Hanahan Taylor], who created this entire universe, certainly gave me more confidence,” he added. “Obviously, I was gonna jump into it. I wasn’t gonna let something like this slide.”
Another weight on Joyner’s shoulders? Transitioning from family-friendly content to something with a little more bite. The actor made a name for himself on Nickelodeon shows like 100 Things to Do Before High School and Knight Squad before skyrocketing to success with the Netflix musical series Julie and the Phantoms in 2020.
“I loved every moment of [being on Nickelodeon], just getting to kind of do humor and comedy. And then I was lucky enough after that I was 19 and I went into the Julie and the Phantoms. That felt like a little step up,” Joyner explained. “As a young actor, you’re always nervous. Like, ‘Can I make it to a different step? Even if it’s lateral, can I do something that’s more mature and grown up?’ I wasn’t seeking horror, but I was excited to do something that was … a little riskier.”
While Joyner may be happy to be moving forward in his craft, he’s well aware — and endlessly grateful — for the love Julie and the Phantoms still receives five years after the one-season series first made waves.
“There’s still people that are excited and once in a while you’ll see a petition for season 2 and I wanna find those people and give them a hug,” he said. (The actor confirmed that despite hopes, a second season is “probably not gonna happen.”)
Joyner admitted that he didn’t know JATP would have the profound effect on audiences it has — rumors have swirled that Netflix wasn’t anticipating the series would resonate so deeply with older generations — but he felt “pretty confident” in being part of a project led by Kenny Ortega.
“You can kind of go, ‘You know what? I don’t think this has to be my greatest work for it to be successful,’” Joyer said. “Obviously, a lot of people have success [with] him. He’s the magic man. I don’t know how else to put it. So I wasn’t that surprised when it was an older group [who loved the show], because Kenny Ortega started High School Musical. Then I think he brought some of that fan base to us and they accepted us with open arms.”
The series, which dropped amid the coronavirus pandemic, followed 15-year-old Julie (Madison Reyes), who, in grieving the death of her mother, discovers an old CD that brings three teenage ghosts who died in the ‘90s into her life. Joyner portrayed Alex: the sensitive, often anxious drummer.
Like his EpiPen for Final Destination, Joyner tapped into his own experience when it came to bringing Alex to life. “I find that most of my characters just end up being anxious because I’m anxious. So they’re just like, ‘That works, push that side of you,’” he said with a laugh.
Portraying an openly queer character was slightly more “nerve wracking” for Joyner, who didn’t know Alex’s sexual identity when he landed the part and wanted to make sure he did the character justice.
“I remember getting all nervous and then Kenny called me and I said, ‘Kenny, if you give me the green light, then I know it’s OK.’ And he did, and I think it was important to him,” Joyner recalled. “He said, ‘Well, this isn’t about him. He’s a character with struggles, but he just happens to be queer. Take it and run with it, Owen.’ And I said, ‘OK Kenny, if you say so.’”
Joyner’s interpretation clearly paid off, as Alex quickly became a favorite among fans.
“Everyone was so loving and so accepting,” he told Us. “It meant a lot to a lot of people, which is something I wasn’t expecting or didn’t know I’d have the honor to be for some people, you know?”
Exotic dancer Sharay Hayes, known as The Punisher, made headlines when he testified at Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial.
Hayes claimed in the Tuesday, May 20, courtroom that he was hired for the first time in 2012 to participate in one of Diddy’s alleged “freak offs.” Hayes testified that he was hired to create a “sexy scene” for Diddy and Cassie, who were in an on and off relationship from 2007 to 2018.
Hayes testified that he was told to meet Cassie (real name Casandra Ventura) at New York City’s Trump Tower on Central Park West where he assumed he was being hired to perform for a group of women. He claimed he was paid $800 in cash upon arrival.
Hayes alleged that Cassie met him at the door in a bathrobe and wig, proceeding to tell him that the “sexy scene” would involve the two of them “mutually applying” baby oil on each other.
Hayes claimed he was told by Cassie that her partner would join them, but he was unaware of her or Diddy’s identity at the time. “I was specifically told to not acknowledge her husband,” Hayes alleged.
Hayes testified that a nude man wearing a veil, who he claimed to be Diddy, entered the room and masturbated in the corner while watching. He claimed that Cassie and the man left the room after about half an hour. When Cassie came back, she allegedly asked Hayes whether he wanted to “finish” and he declined. He claimed he was paid an additional $1,200 and left the hotel.
News broke in September 2024 that Diddy was arrested in September 2024 and charged with sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution. He pleaded not guilty to all charges and has denied all of the allegations against him.
“We are disappointed with the decision to pursue what we believe is an unjust prosecution of Mr. Combs by the U.S. Attorney’s Office,” Diddy’s attorney Marc Agnifilo said in a statement at the time. “He is an imperfect person, but he is not a criminal. To his credit Mr. Combs has been nothing but cooperative with this investigation and he voluntarily relocated to New York last week in anticipation of these charges. Please reserve your judgment until you have all the facts. These are the acts of an innocent man with nothing to hide, and he looks forward to clearing his name in court.”
Diddy has been held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn following his arrest, with his four requests for bail denied by Judge Arun Subramanian.
Hayes explained that he received the moniker as a teenager because of his style of play on the basketball court.
Hayes Is an Author
Hayes testified that he is the author of a self-help book, titled In Search of Freezer Meat, about his experiences with erectile dysfunction. Hayes explained that the book delves into his journey with his condition and is “real, genuine, medical advice but framed through his story. Per the Washington Post, Hayes noted that he “tried to make light” of the issue in an effort to be relatable.
“What’s harder than freezer meat?” Hayes said in the courtroom.
Hayes claimed that six and a half pages out of the 182 pages in his book mentioned Diddy and Cassie — but they were not referenced by name. Instead, Hayes referred to them as a married, wealthy couple.
“Point of the story was to pinpoint my anxiety … not necessarily the details of the story,” he said. “I sensationalized it to make an entertaining story for the book.”
Hayes Has a Website for His Exotic Dancing Services
The website for Hayes’ exotic dancing services, Getpunished.com, reads, “In the spirit of such as Chippendales, Getpunished is an upscale option for black and latin women to celebrate there [sic] intimate occasions with the men they want to see. Getpunished is high energy, completely choreographed, audience participation male revue where your wildest fantasies will become reality!”
Hayes testified that he’s now the co-owner of Hunk-o Mania, an exotic dancer company.
Hayes Participated in Alleged Freak Offs Between 8-12 Times
After the first time, Hayes claimed he participated in about eight to 12 more freak offs with Diddy and Cassie — and eventually uncovered who they were because he followed the rap mogul on Instagram and recognized Cassie in one of the images.
When the defense highlighted how Hayes expressed in his first government meeting that he started growing feelings for Cassie, Hayes replied, “That might’ve been taken out of context because that’s not true.”
“It’s very important for me to read the room,” he said, adding that he does not dry hump or perform with any woman who is uncomfortable.
Hayes Talks Pretending to Do Drugs
Hayes testified that he does not do any drugs, claiming he would pull a “Bill Clinton” and pretend to take a puff from a joint but not inhale if handed one.
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Cameras caught the couple sharing a sweet kiss during the Eleanor the Great screening on Tuesday, May 20. The upcoming film marks Johansson’s directorial debut, and she took the stage in a black gown to speak before the movie.
“When you make a film that’s an independent film like this, no one’s doing it for the money — surprise, surprise,” Johansson, 40, said when introducing the project. “Really, everyone that came together for this film came together because they loved the story, the script so much. It’s a film about many things: it’s about friendship, it’s about grief, it’s about forgiveness. And I think those are all themes that we can use a lot more of these days.”
Starring June Squibb, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Erin Kellyman, the movie follows a 94-year-old woman living in Florida who starts an unlikely friendship with a 19-year-old student in New York City. The film received a five-minute standing ovation after its debut on Tuesday.
Johansson and Jost, 42, jetted off to France for the film festival following their respective appearances on the Saturday Night Live season 50 finale on Saturday, May 17. The couple made headlines following the live show after Jost offered his wife a bouquet of flowers while she was saying goodnight to the crowd.
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Before she started speaking, Jost walked out with the red roses and gave Johansson a big kiss. He swiftly walked off stage and let her finish up the show.
Johansson and Jost first sparked romance rumors in May 2017, when they were spotted kissing in a NYC bar. The following year, Jost confirmed that she was his girlfriend during SNL’s “Weekend Update” segment.
The couple announced their engagement in May 2019 and by October 2020 they were married. Johansson and Jost welcomed their first child, a son named Cosmo, in August 2021. (She also shares daughter Rose, 10, with ex-husband Romain Dauriac.)
“He’s a good guy … He is a very, very, very great guy. I’m extremely lucky,” Johansson said of Jost during a November 2024 appearance on Live With Kelly and Mark. “He’s a kind person and he’s hilarious and thoughtful and loving and he’s a great dad and I love him. I feel very, very lucky. But he’s also, he’s got his naughty side. He keeps it interesting.”
Eleanor the Great is set to hit theaters some point this year.
Former Cheers star George Wendt died on Tuesday, May 20. He was 76.
“Beloved actor and comedian, George Wendt, best known for starring in the NBC hit comedy Cheers, has passed away,” a rep for his family told Us Weekly in a statement. “George’s family confirmed the news of his death early Tuesday morning, announcing he died peacefully in his sleep while at home. George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him. He will be missed forever.”
Wendt began his career as a comedian at The Second City in the 1970s before turning his sights on TV acting. He had several guest starring roles on shows like Taxi, Alice and Hart to Hart in the 1980s before landing the role of Norm Peterson on Cheers in 1982.
Wendt portrayed the beloved character — an everyman who liked to drink beer at his local watering hole — for 11 seasons until the series ended in 1993. Throughout its run, he earned six Emmy nominations.
The late actor had his own series, The George Wendt Show, in 1995 and starred on The Naked Truth two years later. Wendt continued to act in both film and television for decades, including roles on Clipped, Fancy Nancy and What the Elf?!
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Over the years, Wendt also gained recognition for playing Chicago Bears superfan Bob Sweski on Saturday Night Live. He famously uttered “Da Bears!” over and over in sketches beginning in 1991 and ending in 2003.
Wendt’s last role was in Great American Family’s Love’s Second Act, which premiered in 2024.
Following his death, Wendt and his iconic roles were remembered via social media. “‘It’s a dog eat dog world and I’m wearing Milk Bone underwear’ remains one of the greatest entering jokes for a character ever,” one fan tweeted on Tuesday. “Norm, Da Bears … Sad to hear this. Much love for George and his family. RIP George Wendt.”
Another user wrote via X, “RIP George Wendt. I got to watch Norm sit at the end of the bar from ages 5-16. My bedtime was before Cheers came on in the early years and I was old enough to drive by the time it ended. I’ll never forget that character.”
Wendt is survived by his wife, Bernadette Birkett, whom he wed in 1946, and their three children: Joe, Hilary and Daniel. (Wendt was also the uncle of actor Jason Sudeikis.)
Enya’s Irish estate is straight out of a fairytale.
The beloved singer/songwriter, 64, best known for classic New Age-pop songs like “Orinoco Flow (Sail Away)” has long lived in a secluded, historic Irish castle. Enya (real name Eithne Pádraigín Ní Bhraonáin) purchased Manderley Castle outside of Dublin for a reported 3.8 million Euros (around $4.1 million) in 1997. Unmarried with no kids, the Grammy winner lives a life of privacy with her pet cats.
“It’s very castle on the exterior, but it’s very much a home inside,” she said of the property in an interview with The Guardian in November 2000. “It’s actually a very small castle and I fell in love with it.”
Among her famous neighbors is fellow Irish musician Bono. “When I first walked in, someone said it overlooked Bono’s,” she told the outlet. “I thought, ‘Hmm, so it does.’”
Over a decade later, she told The Guardian in a November 2015 interview that the best part about living in her own personal castle is the views. “In the morning I open the shutters – you’ll note in the castle it’s shutters, not curtains – and I look out onto the Irish sea,” she gushed. “It’s beautiful and very inspirational.”
Not many details are known about the property, which is reportedly surrounded by 3.5 acres of gardens. The location was previously known as Victoria Castle and Ayesha Castle before Enya renamed it Manderley after the fictional manor from the Daphne du Maurier novel Rebecca.
Per the Sunday Times, the castle is surrounded by “9ft stone walls and a solid timber gate” and offers views of the Irish Sea. The residence has intrigued Enya’s fans for years, some disturbingly so: a stalker broke into the property and tied up a maid in 2005, while another person even stabbed himself after being thrown out of Enya’s family’s pub in Donegal.
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Enya has never shared a look inside the home, focusing her social media presence on her work rather than her personal life. Her privacy is something Enya said her fans “really understand” in a September 2017 interview with The Believer. “They’ll ask for an autograph and they’ll just leave,” she explained. “They are very understanding to the way that I like to live, and to the fact that I’ve always pushed the music, rather than myself, forward. I always say that fame and success are two different things.”
Jérôme Fernandes, a restaurant owner whose business is near Enya’s home, told the Sunday Times last month that the singer is “rarely seen these days” but is “still very much respected” in the community.
Another local resident, Pam Cooney, added, “I’ve never seen her out and about, and we get many stars either going to the pub or enjoying a meal in the village. Nevertheless, if Enya doesn’t choose to go out in public much, that’s her business alone. She’s had an incredibly successful career and deserves to spend her time as she wishes.”
Amid her famed reclusiveness, Enya made a rare public appearance at the Grammy Awards back in February 2017, where she was nominated for Best New Age Album for her album Dark Sky Island. She maintained her signature black bob hairstyle while sporting a simple and chic white dress with a beaded mesh shoulder covering.
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Want to know the go-to mascara of the most famous momager in the world? Kris Jenner is now letting Us in on her secret! She recently revealed the lengthening mascara that gives her “crazy long lashes” — and it’s conveniently shoppable on Amazon!
The Kardashians star and mom of six took to Instagram Reels to share that she uses the Lancôme Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara. In the clip, she showcases how the product noticeably lengthens her lashes, cheekily writing that it “gets the job done just like me.” While it’s a luxury option for sure, the fact that it’s approved by someone who walks the red carpet and is constantly on the go means it has to be good!
It’s also worth noting that two of Jenner’s daughters run major beauty empires, so her praise of this mascara is notably impressive. So, what makes this one different from what’s out there? As Jenner mentioned in her video, it has a “great engineered brush” with 480 nano bristles, as well as an infinity shape that helps you “cover every single lash.”
According to Lancôme, the mascara adds over 75% in visible length to the lashes for up to 24 hours, giving users that coveted lash extension look. That’s partially due to the unique brush design, along with the mascara’s next-generation film-formula polymers, which wrap around each lash for a flexible feel and fluttery look. Plus, thanks to an airy wax-in-water emulsion, your lashes will still be super lightweight, clump-free and flake-resistant.
Although this pick is a new release in mascaras, it quickly became a top seller on Amazon, with over 1,000 purchased in the last month. While it hasn’t received many ratings so far, one 70-year-old shopper said their “lashes look unbelievably long and full with this mascara.”
Once you’ve purchased this mascara and see its lengthening effects for yourself, we bet you’ll hear Jenner’s famous quote ring through your head: “You’re doing great, sweetie!” And you’ll be feeling great, too, once you realize you can now skip lash extension appointments — especially since this worthy replacement is a fraction of the price. Snag a tube now!
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One of the most photographed people in the world, Meghan Markle has rarely (if ever) been spotted with a blemish. Some may say it’s great genetics. Others? Expensive estheticians. But Markle chalks it up to this glow-inducing cream.
Not only is the Duchess of Sussex now giving Us a look into her world with her new Netflix show, With Love Meghan, she’s pulling back the curtain on her beauty routine. In a recent Instagram story, the mom of two shared her beauty “essentials,” which included finds like this viral lip mask and the cult-favorite Summer Friday’s lip balm.
However, one of most surprising (and delighting) things on her list was the Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream. Not only is it a bestselling skincare pick, it’s also just $15! Considering it’s shopper- and royal-approved, this is a total steal . . . especially considering reviewers say it’s like “Botox in a jar.”
Get the Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream on sale for just $15 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.
Infused with niacinamide and hydrolyzed collagen, this mask plumps the skin with ingredients that are guaranteed to provide hydration and radiance. Beyond just providing a glow, the mask aims to even out all skin tones for that Korean “glass skin” effect.
So you might be thinking “what the heck is hydrolyzed collagen?” This version of collagen is broken down into smaller bits, and according to the National Institute of Health, it has been proven effective in “moisture absorption, retention and anti-aging in skin.” The fact that it’s freeze dried into the cream means that it has a longer shelf life able to better service your skin. The effect? A boosted skin barrier and a firmer, bouncier complexion.
If that weren’t enough, it also contains more glow-boosting ingredients like squalene and hydrolyzed elastin. Squalene is a naturally derived lipid, according to the Cleveland Clinic that helps “seal in cosmetic products.”
If the Markle stamp-of-approval and power packed ingredient list weren’t enough, the over 2,500 five-star ratings are further proof of the cream’s effectiveness.
One shopper, who called the cream a “skin-firming dream,” raves, “hands down one of the best skincare products. My skin feels hydrated and firm, and after using it for a few weeks, I’ve definitely noticed my fine lines looking less noticeable,” they said. “I love that it gives my skin a healthy glow without being too greasy or heavy. The cream has become a staple in my nightly routine and I wake up to soft, smooth skin that feels truly nourished.”
Considering its glowing reviews, celebrity endorsement and skin-loving formula, we know it’s bound to deliver.
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Would you believe Us if we told you the secret to achieving the perfect blowout isn’t serums or hot tools? The magic actually lies in the type of hairbrush you use. Back in 2022, Jennifer Aniston‘s longtime hairstylist, Chris McMillian, revealed the big news on Instagram. According to the pro, the Ibiza Hair Boar Bristle Round Brush is the ultimate hair hack.
McMillian shared a black-and-white photo of himself using the brush when styling the The Morning Show star’s hair. “The large @ibizahairtools brush always delivers,” he raved before suggesting a few styling tips. “Keep it simple, over direct, and the key is to really lift and dry the roots.”
Since Aniston’s mane is always styled to perfection, we didn’t hesitate to look up the highly-praised pick. Available on Amazon, the round brush features carbon fiber nylon bristles and an extended cork handle. The bristles distribute natural oils from the scalp to the tips of the hair strands, adding an added boost of shine and texture.
The handle is a shopper-loved feature that assists with the stability of the brush and helps users achieve more polished styles. Customers even note how soft and voluminous this option leaves your hair. “Plastic bristles can not compare,” one person claimed. The Ibiza Hair brush is so popular that multiple shoppers gushed about it becoming a staple in their at-home routine. “[I] was able to throw out every brush I had already and replace it with this one,” someone revealed.
Along with delivering shine and volume, the much-loved hair essential minimizes breakage. While the pick is super easy to use, Ibiza Hair recommends breaking it in to ensure the bristles are soft when you use them. Simply soak the bristles in lukewarm water for five minutes, then blot dry with a clean towel and lay it out to air dry. Once it’s no longer wet or damp, rub the brush between your hands.
Clearly, this brush is an absolute game-changer. “I rarely write reviews, but I felt compelled to let you know that this is the holy grail of brushes! This brush is amazing,” one five-star shopper raved. “The bristles are large and thick enough to grab and hold large sections of the hair. The grip is great and gives you the hold you need without slipping.”
Achieve a celeb-worthy blowout this spring without stepping foot in a salon. If Aniston approves of this hair tool, you know it’s a worthwhile investment!
Back in 2011, Teigen made public and private comments about a then-16-year-old Stodden and Stodden’s marriage to then-51-year-old actor Doug Hutchinston.
“She wouldn’t just publicly tweet about wanting me to take ‘a dirt nap’ but would privately DM me and tell me to kill myself. Things like, ‘I can’t wait for you to die,’” Stodden, now 30, toldThe Daily Beast in May 2021. “Some of the worst treatment I got was from women, and we’re not going to get anywhere if we keep holding each other back.”
Stodden revealed that their mental health suffered as a result of the hate messages Stodden received, including ones from Teigen, now 39.
“There have been a lot of evenings where I’ve felt — and still feel — alone,” Stodden told The Daily Beast. “The way my life has been is so tragic that I just feel empty.”
“Not a lot of people who are lucky enough to be held accountable for all their past bulls*** in front of the entire world,” Teigen wrote via X in May 2021. “I’m mortified and sad at who I used to be. I was an insecure, attention seeking troll.”
Teigen went on to say that she was “ashamed and completely embarrassed” at her behavior, noting that she has also tried to connect with Stodden in private.
“These were not my only mistakes and surely won’t be my last as hard as I try but God I will try!!” she shared. “I’m so sorry, Courtney. I hope you can heal now knowing how deeply sorry I am.”
Following Teigen’s public apology, Stodden claimed that — while they forgave Teigen — Stodden never received a private acknowledgement from her.
“All of me wants to believe this is a sincere apology, but it feels like a public attempt to save her partnerships with Target and other brands who are realizing her ‘wokeness’ is a broken record,” Stodden wrote via Instagram in May 2021, noting that Teigen blocked her on X as well.
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Several years later, Stodden mocked Teigen’s admission that she was drinking again after detailing struggles with alcohol. Teigen’s post, in part, read: “The truth is, I don’t know what I’m doing. I one hundred percent know I like me better sober. I one hundred percent know I get more done, I absolutely feel better in my body without it. And I am one hundred percent pissed that I can’t be normal and have a cocktail with my husband on vacay without it turning into 8 and feeling like s***.”
Days later, Stodden posted via Instagram, “Breaking news I started drinking again too Chrissy soooo here is my official invite — let’s grab a drink and bury the hatchet mama #iykyk #chrissyteigen @chrissyteigen,”
Stodden later doubled down, writing in a separate post, “No matter how many years go by… I won’t let anyone get off the hook for telling a child to off themselves … sorry — call me crazy … I’d rather be crazy than hurt children. And if that makes me crazy — sign me up! #nottodaysatan @chrissyteigen.”
How much should a good vitamin C serum cost? If you’ve ever stood in the skincare aisle doing mental gymnastics over price vs. potency, you’re not alone. Some formulas retail for well over $100, and the fear of wasting your money on something ineffective is real. But according to Bethenny Frankel, that kind of spending just isn’t necessary.
“I don’t drink my orange juice, but I put vitamin C serum on every day,” Bethenny said in a Facebook post, sharing her updated skincare holy grail: Bliss Bright Idea Vitamin C + Tri-Peptide Serum. On sale at Amazon for $21, it’s not even close to the $160 price tag of the luxury serum she used to swear by. “It shouldn’t cost you $160, which is what we’ve been paying for good quality vitamin C — and that’s cray cray,” she said.
Bethenny’s recommendation isn’t just a name-drop; she’s clearly done some testing. “It’s creamy, hydrating, plumping, brightening,” she said, emphasizing that not all vitamin C products are created equal. “A facialist told me: put good quality vitamin C on your face every day after you wash your face — under your moisturizer, under your sun protection.” For her, the Bliss formula checks every box without checking her bank account.
And she’s not alone in loving this budget-friendly find. Shoppers on Amazon are just as enthusiastic. “I’m 48, and after three months of using this twice a day, I feel confident going out in public without a drop of makeup,” one reviewer wrote. “It’s improved my skin tone, helped fade sunspots, and people actually compliment my skin now.”
Another reviewer echoed similar results: “It has made a world of difference… brightening and fading away some freckles I have.” They even praised how easily it layers with other products, calling it “light, fast-absorbing, and not sticky.”
The formula behind the glow? Clinical-grade vitamin C combined with collagen-boosting peptides and antioxidant-rich green tea extract — all aimed at targeting dullness, dark spots and early signs of aging. Whether you’re battling discoloration, uneven texture or just want a bit more glow, this serum plays well with sunscreen, retinol and moisturizer — making it a true MVP in a streamlined routine.
So if you’ve been paying luxury prices and still feel underwhelmed, take it from Bethenny: “It performs just as well as my old $160 serum (that I threw away!).” Maybe $21 is all you need to get your skin (and budget) right.
Kylie Kelce is a master of low-key style. From her stylish but functional handbags to her beauty routine, the 33-year-old has nailed minimalism. During a recent episode of her Not Gonna Lie podcast, Kelce gave Us a look into her beauty routine.
According to Kelce, she has a three-step beauty routine. “I have been wearing the same makeup since high school,” Kelce shared before revealing that CoverGirl Lash Blast mascara has a top spot in her big three. And right now, the drugstore staple is on sale for just $8, making it a no-brainer to buy.
Get the CoverGirl Lash Blast Mascara for $8 (was $11) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.
This volumizing mascara is formulated to evenly coat each lash and deliver fullness and length. It comes in four shades ranging from very black to brown, and two of the colors are even available in waterproof formulas.
Kelce isn’t the only one who is a fan of this Covergirl mascara — it has over 35,000 five-star ratings from Amazon shoppers, some of whom say they’ve been using it for over a decade, just like Kelce. “This is hands-down, my favorite mascara in the entire world,” one five-star reviewer raved. “I’ve been using this mascara since the day I tried it, 15 years ago. It does not get flaky under my eyes, it gives me a beautiful natural lift [in addition] to my length. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a lifelong mascara.”
Others love the mascara so much, they’re ditching all others. “This is the only mascara I use and it works amazing on my short lashes that also grow straight down,” one person wrote.
Between a celeb cosign and rave reviews from shoppers, we’re adding this drugstore mascara to our cart ASAP. According to Amazon, over 9,000 have been bought in the last month, so be sure to snag it while it’s still in stock on sale for just $8!
Get the CoverGirl Lash Blast Mascara for $8 (was $11) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.
Not quite what you’re looking for? Scope out more mascaras here and don’t forget to check out Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds.
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