“You sick motherf—ers,” Kardashian, 40, wrote via Instagram Stories on Thursday, January 9. “What the f— is wrong with people?!?! Arson!!!! may you be fully prosecuted!!! What scum!!!”
A string of wildfires broke out in Los Angeles on Tuesday, January 9, prompting widespread devastation across the city. Over 10,000 structures were leveled and at least 10 people died, and most residents followed mandatory or voluntary evacuation orders.
Not only were locals battling wind-caused wildfires, but also a string of human-set fires. One suspect was arrested on Thursday for allegedly causing the Kenneth Fire, according to multiple outlets.
According to NewsNation, the Los Angeles Police Department assistant chief, Dominic Choi, said there was not enough probable cause to arrest the individual for arson. Instead, the suspect was booked for a felony probation violation.
The L.A.’s district attorney Nathan Hochman, meanwhile, told the outlet that if the fire was determined to be the result of arson, the suspect could face homicide charges and a potential life in prison sentence.
“Justice will be swift. It will be firm, and the maximum punishment will be sought,” Hochman said on NewsNation’s Banfield.
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LikeKardashian, Bush, 42, was also outraged by the alleged arson attempt during the “unimaginable” natural disaster.
“Thank you all for the check-ins, texts, the DMs. I know it’s really intense when you don’t hear from people. We’re all really trying our best,” the One Tree Hill alum said in a Thursday video posted to her Instagram Stories. “These last two days have been absolutely horrific for our city. My family’s been evacuated twice. We are all safe, so I feel very, very blessed.”
Bush continued, “So, many people have lost so much and it’s pretty unimaginable, unfathomable and inexplicable. The folks who have jumped on this horrific climate disaster with hurricane-force winds and set fire to some of our surrounding communities are monsters.”
Bush echoed Kardashian’s sentiments and hoped the apparent arsonists would be “prosecuted to the full extent of the law.”
“Everyone out there, be the second [group of people and help], not the first,” Bush added, citing examples of good samaritans aiding victims in the wake of the wildfire devastation.
Winkler, 79, similarly condemned the arsonists, sharing news coverage on his X page. “One has been caught so far !!!!” he wrote on Thursday.
All three celebs have been lending their support, as well. Bush has shared resources online and also cold-called six local fire departments. Kardashian, meanwhile, and her famous family have donated meals from Carousel Restaurant to local first responders.
Dancing With the Stars pro Peta Murgatroyd, for her part, also called out the alleged arsonists. “These people are starting fires everywhere,” she said in a Friday, January 10, social media video. “Like, three people have been caught right down here in the Valley area. I mean, these people are sick in the head.”
The hosts of the Today show have shared several glimpses into their family lives on the show and online over the years.
Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker and more of the NBC morning show stars have welcomed children over the years. Kotb, who left the series in January 2025, became a mother in February 2017 when she adopted her daughter Haley with then-partner Joel Schiffman.
“She’s a Valentine’s baby. She is the love of my life,” Kotb gushed on the show at the time. “I didn’t know my heart could feel like this. This is a moment in my life that I never thought would happen, and here it is, happening to me.”
The pair’s family continued to grow with the addition of their daughter Hope in April 2019. “She is laying on the pillow right now,” Kotb told her cohosts while calling in to the show. “I’m feeding her. I can’t believe it. Like, I’m sitting here and, you know, you think that maybe you have gotten what you deserve, but man, I’m so happy she is here.”
Kotb and Schiffman have continued to coparent their girls following their split in January 2022.
Keep scrolling to get to know the families of the Today show hosts:
Five years after her divorce from ex-husband Mark Orchard, Guthrie tied the knot with her second husband, Michael Feldman. The couple welcomed their first child, daughter Vale, in August 2014, followed by their son, Charley, in December 2016.
“Having kids later in life wasn’t so much a choice – it was just the way life happened for me,” Guthrie told Health magazine in April 2019. “But when I think about being in my 30s and what I was doing and trying to build a career, it would have been incredibly difficult for me to have kids back then.”
Kotb and Schiffman have remained cordial coparents to their daughters, Haley and Hope, since ending their eight-year relationship in 2022. “He sees the kids,” Kotb exclusively told Us Weekly in April 2022. “He takes them to school some, and he sees them on weekends. We’ve got a really nice, easy situation.”
She went on to note that she and Schiffman “make sure that the kids get plenty of him and plenty of me.”
When announcing her departure from Today in September 2024, Kotb gave a sweet shout-out to her daughters and mother.
“My broadcast career has been beyond meaningful, a new decade of my life lies ahead, and now my daughters and my mom need and deserve a bigger slice of my time pie,” she shared in the statement. “I will miss you all desperately, but I’m ready and excited.”
Kotb’s kids were by her side when she bid farewell to Today in January 2025 after nearly 30 years working at NBC.
Roker welcomed his eldest daughter, Courtney, in 1987, with his then-wife, Alice Bell. After their divorce, he went on to wed his second wife, Deborah Roberts, in 1995 and welcomed their daughter, Leila, three years later. The couple completed their family with the birth of their son, Nick, in 2002.
Roker became a first-time grandfather in July 2023 after Courtney gave birth to her daughter, Sky, with her husband, Wesley Laga. At the time, Roker let his Today cohosts know that he and his family “couldn’t be happier” about their newest addition.
Roker celebrated Easter in March 2024 with Sky, Courtney and Nick, while Leila chatted with her family via FaceTime. “Been awhile since I made an Easter meal,” he captioned an Instagram family photo. “Having family around makes the effort all the more worth it.”
Melvin is a father of two with his wife, Lindsay Czarniak, whom he wed in 2011. The pair welcomed kids Delano and Sybil in March 2014 and November 2016, respectively.
Melvin opened up about raising biracial children in a February 2024 essay for Today.com. “What we have done, deliberately, is really try to expose our kids to both of our backgrounds. We’ve introduced them to Black history as well as Polish history, which is Lindsay’s ancestry,” he wrote. “For example, during the holidays we go out of our way to incorporate as many Polish and African-American traditions as possible. Every January, we make the kids watch — from beginning to end — the entire ‘I Have A Dream’ speech and it always sparks conversation and questions.”
Carson and his wife, Siri Daly, became parents before tying the knot in 2015. The couple welcomed their only son, Jackson, in 2009, followed by daughters Etta, London and Goldie in 2012, 2014 and 2020, respectively.
The Voice host shared a rare photo with all four of his kids via Instagram in November 2023. “Special night @ubsarena watching @ny_islanders & Cal Clutterbuck celebrate game #1000 honor with his family on the ice,” he captioned a pic of himself and his children decked out in New York Islanders merch. “Kudos to the all time @nhl hits leader! 💪🏼👏🏻🍺.”
Five years after saying “I do” with her husband, Henry Hager, Bush Hager gave birth to her eldest daughter, Mila. The couple welcomed their second daughter, Poppy, in 2015, followed by their son, Hal, in 2019.
“My biggest dream was to be a mom,” Bush Hager tearfully shared during an October 2022 episode of Today With Hoda and Jenna. “That’s all I wanted.” The following August, Bush Hager said she’d “like to have another baby” but that “Henry put his foot down.”
Two years after Jones and her husband, Uche Ojeh, got married in 2007, they welcomed their firstborn, son Kayin. Jones gave birth to her fraternal twins, Clara and Uche Jr., in 2012.
Jones brought all of her kids to the Today set in April 2023 for Bring Your Kid to Work Day. “This is the first time my kiddos have seen me do the show in the studio!” she captioned an Instagram slideshow of pics from their special day. “I think it was good for them to see what mommy does every morning. I used to love going to work with my mom … I hope they look back on this day fondly too.”
Since tying the knot with her husband, Brian Fichera, in 2012, Dreyer has become a mom of three. The couple’s eldest, Calvin, was born in 2016, followed by Oliver in 2020 and Rusty in 2021.
After Calvin was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2023, Dreyer created a Today segment called Cooking With Cal where she and her son share how to make delicious gluten-free recipes. “I want him to still be able to enjoy food and not just settle for something,” she told Today in May 2023. “There’s a lot of recipes that just don’t have gluten. I can cook a lot that doesn’t involve breads and flours.”
The Saturday Today cohost married fellow news anchor Alison Starling in 2012. The two went on to welcome their daughters, Ava and Emma, in 2013 and 2015, respectively.
“Juggling work and fatherhood has given me a much greater appreciation for all working parents,” Alexander told Today.com in May 2016. “Similarly, my ability to empathize has grown dramatically since I became a dad. I feel the stories I’m telling much more deeply, especially about the sacrifices families make for their children.”
The Saturday Today cohost gave birth to her son, James, in 2019 and her daughter, June, in 2002. Jarrett shares her children with her husband, Tony Balkissoon, whom she wed in 2012.
“Tony and I waited a while before we had children, which I think was super valuable because we just got to have fun,” she explained of her parenthood journey in a September 2023 interview with Today.com. “Kids are wonderful, but they can be extremely taxing on marriages. We had a ball just the two of us for a long time and I think that really set us up for success.”
The Sunday Today host and his wife, Christina, got married in 2003, four years after which they welcomed their daughter, Lucie. Their family continued to grow with the birth of their son, George, in 2009.
Geist got a little emotional discussing his kids’ milestones during a February 2024 episode of Today, particularly Lucie getting her driver’s license.
“She pulled away. She’s driving in front of me and Christina and it was little emo,” he joked. “The first thought I had was, I taught her how to ride a bike in Riverside Park in New York, you stand behind her, you hold the seat. … And you watch her kind of go away on her own. And she turns back and goes, 'Oh, Dad's not holding the seat anymore, I did it.' And I had the same feeling.”
During the Thursday, January 9, episode of Jenna Bush Hager‘s “Open Book” podcast, TSITP creator and showrunner Jenny Han recalled her attempts to get a Swift song for the season 1 finale of the hit Prime Video show.
“I was kind of trying to Inception it into everyone’s heads that we need this,” Han, 44, recalled about how she was willing to do “whatever it took” to get “The Way I Loved You” from Swift’s Fearless album for the season 1 finale. “I don’t think anyone thought we were gonna get it, honestly.”
A rep at Amazon Music suggested to Han that she write a letter to Swift, 35, about why it was “really important” to feature the song on screen.
“I wrote a handwritten note about how much it would mean — not just to me — but to the fans. That was the gift I really wanted to give because I’m like, ‘They’re gonna go crazy for this,'” she recalled. “We were so lucky to get more than one [song].”
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Prime Video’s The Summer I Turned Pretty centers on Belly (Lola Tung) and her brother, Steven (Sean Kaufman), who spend the summer visiting a beach house belonging to their childhood friends Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). After initially having a crush on Conrad, Belly’s life gets more complicated when she finds herself developing feelings for Jeremiah.
Han, who is a self-proclaimed Swiftie, has previously discussed how the show’s viewers influenced its soundtrack.
“I think for me just as a fan, to be able to give the book fans that moment is what is really meaningful to me, because if you’re a fan of The Summer I Turned Pretty, I’m pretty sure you’re a fan of Taylor Swift,” she told The Wrap in June 2022. “And I know this because so many fans have asked me to put her music on the show and I just never knew if we were going to be able to or not. So when we were, I just, I couldn’t believe it. That’s probably the most excited I’ve been in the whole process and the fact that we got like five total, which I’m really excited for the fans to see, because it will be like, I think maybe unexpected at times at certain big moments.”
Season 1 used Swift’s discography for romantic cues revolving around Belly’s crush on Conrad, with “Cruel Summer,” “Lover,” “The Way I Loved You (Taylor’s Version)” and “This Love (Taylor’s Version)” setting the scene as the characters fell in love.
The second season raised the stakes with nearly twice as many Swift songs including “August,” “Sweet Nothing,” “Delicate (Taylor’s Version),” “Bigger Than the Whole Sky” and “Exile.”
“I felt like Taylor is someone who bets on women. And I felt like she bet on me,” Han added on Thursday. “And I can’t say enough how thankful I am that she let us use her music. And I think she knows, too, her fans would like the show.”
The Summer I Turned Pretty is currently streaming on Prime Video.
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Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard had quite the cheering section at the Orange Bowl on Thursday night — including his longtime girlfriend, Molly Walding.
Walding was in the stands at Miami Gardens’ Hard Rock Stadium next to Leonard’s parents, Chad and Heather, for the Fighting Irish’s dramatic 27-24 victory over Penn State, which earned Notre Dame a trip to the College Football National Championship on Monday, January 20.
“PINCH ME!!!!!!! ,” Walding posted via her Instagram Story, showing a wide shot of Leonard, 22, and his teammates celebrating on the field under a shower of confetti.
Walding eventually found her way to Leonard after the game and posted a selfie of the happy couple via her Story. “I’m GIDDY! Turning dreams into reality!!!!!!!! ,” she captioned a photo.
During his postgame interview with SEC Network’s Alyssa Lang, Leonard said he was anxious to see Walding and give her an orange that he was saving from the team’s postgame celebration.
Riley Leonard #13 of Notre Dame Fighting Irish celebrates with his team after winning the game against Penn State Nittany Lions at Hard Rock Stadium on January 9, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida.Michael Pimentel/ISI Photos/Getty Images
“I’m looking for my girlfriend, hopefully I can give her one,” Leonard said. “She loves oranges…Let’s hope we find her right now.”
Leonard and Walding, currently a student at Auburn University, have been dating since December 2017, when they were students together at Fairthorpe High School in Fairthorpe, Alabama.
Their friendship dates back even further, as evidenced by a picture Walding posted via Instagram in September 2016 when the two were students at Fairthorpe Middle School.
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When the couple celebrated their six-year anniversary in December 2023, Leonard gushed via Instagram, “Even a blind squirrel finds a nut every once in a while. Happy 6 years.”
As for Leonard’s on-field performance on Thursday night, it came with a bit of a scare. Near the end of the first half, the quarterback was pulled from the game due to concussion protocol after taking a big hit. Backup quarterback, Steve Angeli, executed the team’s final drive of the half in Leonard’s absence.
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However, Leonard returned for the second half after being cleared and helped lead Notre Dame to the school’s first national championship game since 2013.
“I knew I was going to get back out there,” Leonard told ESPN after the game. “Obviously, safety first on the football field. I just kind of had to prove to everybody that I was fine. I got up a little wobbly, but it’s all good.”
Notre Dame will play the winner of the other College Football Playoff semifinal between Ohio State and Texas — who face off in the Cotton Bowl on Friday, January 10 — when in the National Championship from Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 20.
Now that it’s award season, I’m so excited to see all of the red carpet looks — especially those of Jennifer Lopez. However, what I find even more intriguing is what she wears when she’s off duty. When it comes to the iconic singer’s winter looks for this year, she’s reaching for a cozy pair of platform booties.
Captured by The Daily Mail, Lopez was spotted in out Los Angeles, California on January 5, 2024 — just hours before the Golden Globes! For a brief encounter with her ex Ben Affleck, she wore a cozy-casual fit that still had touches of her classic New Yorker style. She wore some light wash baggy jeans and an oversized beige top, which she matched with her winter booties.
We don’t know where she got her exact boots, but we’d be willing to bet money that they’re the UGG Classic Ultra Mini Platform Boot. A shopper-favorite style, these Uggs come in at a somewhat attainable price point of $160. However, why spend that when you can get this near-exact lookalike version for 72% less on Amazon? With that kind of savings, you not only make extra room to tack on other cozy weather staples like a chunky scarf, you also get a celeb-approved shoe style as well.
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We truly can’t tell the difference between Lopez’s pick and the Project Cloud Genuine Suede Platform Ankle Boots. Like the Jenny From the Block singer’s pair, these boots have a chunky platform sole, a soft faux fur lining, an ankle shaft height, a rounded toe and suede outer. What makes them a great winter shoe pick, is not only their cozy-chic style, but also their ultra warm shearling inner and anti-slip EVA outsole.
Another benefit you may not think about with these booties is their tall height. Oftentimes with these suede styles that are closer to the ground, they more easily make your feet accessible to snowy, cold weather, which can leave your feet sopping wet. This style, with a height of 1.75 inches, helps further protect your feet from the elements.
Not to mention, these boots are generally a popular cozy classic for winter fashion. They’re one of those closet staples that’ll really never go out of style due to their functional design that’s bound to keep your feet warm. Even if they have a season where they’re not as trendy, they’re still a style you can wear throughout the house and throw on for errand-running too.
These are far beyond just a Lopez-loved boot though, they’re a major favorite of shoppers on Amazon as well. Seemingly getting ready for the winter season, over 1,000 shoppers have bought the booties just within the last month. On top of that, several hundred shoppers have also left them a five-star rating as well — over 500 to be exact!
One of those shoppers claimed that the boots were “still comfortable even after a few hours of walking” while doing an “all-day holiday shopping trip.”
“I love these boots so much,” they said. “They seem to be sturdily made and have good traction. The platform is super trendy and the shaft height makes them extremely versatile. They’re great to wear with baggy or flare jeans as well as skinny jeans, leggings, and even more casual skirts and dresses.”
If you’ve found yourself inspired by this Lopez-loved boot style, we suggest you act quick on buying! They’re currently marked down to 55% off, which is a savings of $55! We don’t know how long this sale will last and we want you to get them while they’re less!
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Smooth, supple skin can be difficult to maintain year-round, but more especially during the winter. Changes in the weather often lead to dryness and flaking. Popular wintertime fabrics like wool can trap moisture, resulting in dryness and irritation. Thankfully, many of our favorite brands have released nourishing body serums to help our skin thrive through the winter and beyond.
When you think of Naturium, you probably think of lavish body washes and nourishing skincare products. The trusted brand kicked off the new year by launching the Urea 5% Body Serum. The brand’s first serum for the body, this milky serum is enriched with skin-loving ingredients that nourish and plump while improving the appearance of skin firmness.
It’s super easy to use. Apply a generous amount to the body and massage until it’s fully absorbed. You can use it to prep your skin before your daily body care routine or use it alone to restore moisture throughout the day.
No matter the weather, you can transport yourself to a tropical oasis with the help of Credo Beauty’s brand-new Seascape Ceramide Body Serum. This silky serum melts into the skin and is enriched with nourishing properties to restore moisture and improve skin elasticity. It leaves behind a dreamy scent that lingers on throughout the day.
We love OSEA’s lightweight Hyaluronic Body Serum because it instantly moisturizes and leaves behind a subtle glow. It’s enriched with nutrient-rich ingredients to achieve long-lasting hydration.
Get the OSEA Hyaluronic Body Serum for just $48 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication, January 10, 2025, but are subject to change.
Looking for an affordable find? Say hell to the BYOMA Smoothing Body Serum. Barrier Lipids work together to target rough and bumpy skin. It gently exfoliates and soothes sensitivity and redness to deliver smooth and clear skin. Plus, you can snag it online or in-store at Target.
There’s nothing worse than a product that takes forever to rub in. Nécessaire’s The Body Serum uses facial-grade ingredients to strengthen the skin’s natural barrier through multilevel hydration. The fragrance-free, non-comedogenic gel is safe for sensitive skin and prevents water loss.
Jessica Alba and Chrissy Teigen are two of the lengthy list of A-listers who are fans of celebrity esthetician and skincare founder Shani Darden. She released the Body Reform Treatment Serum to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while firming and brightening. The multi-tasking body serum has retinol and a slew of other ingredients to smooth, firm, brighten dark spots and fade stretch marks.
Connie Boss Alexander, mother of the late Stephen “tWitch” Boss, has an army of So You Think You Can Dance alumni behind her as she deals with allegations of her son’s drug abuse from her daughter-in-law’s memoir.
Boss Alexander took to Instagram on Thursday, January 9, where she refuted the claims from Allison Holker’s upcoming book, This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, and Embracing the Light. In it, Holker says she found a “cornucopia” of drugs, including mushrooms, pills and “other substances I had to look up on my phone” after Boss died by suicide in December 2022. Holker also claimed Boss was a victim of sexual abuse as a child.
“Our family is absolutely appalled by the misleading and hurtful claims made about my son, Stephen Boss,” Boss Alexander wrote. “The recent publications spreading untruths about Stephen have crossed every line of decency. As his mother, I will not let these accusations go unanswered. We will not stand by while his name and legacy are tarnished. He doesn’t deserve this, and the kids don’t deserve this.”
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“For the last two years, I have remained quiet and away from the public eye to protect my family,” she continued. “My primary focus has been on healing and attempting to remain connected to my grandchildren. But when I read these dreadful claims about my baby, our beloved Stephen, I realized I could not stay silent any longer. Our family will ensure his name and memory are protected, and we are committed to defending his honor.”
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Eskridge was on Boss’ “Team Street” on season 12, placing in the top eight.
“ we are right with you,” he wrote.
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McGrath’s time on So You Think You Can Dance predates Boss’, but he made sure to send his support to his mom.
“Sending you so much love. we stand with you!” he commented.
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Cabanilla, the season 15 winner, commented with a heart and prayer hands emoji.
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Lord Ivar Mountbatten is gaining attention as a contestant on The Traitors — but what is his connection to the royal family?
Alan Cumming announced on the Today Show in June 2024 that Mountbatten would be joining season 3 of the competition series alongside reality TV veterans Boston Rob Mariano, Danielle Reyes, Tom Sandoval, Chrishelle Stause and more, among a total of 21 contestants. While Mountbatten hasn’t made a name for himself on TV, he has become well-known as an extended member — and the first openly gay member — of the royal family.
Ivar, who was born in March 1963, is the son of David Mountbatten, who is the 3rd Marquess of Milford Haven, and Janet Mercedes Bryce. Through his father, Ivar is the grandson of Prince George of Battenberg and the great-great-great-grandson of Queen Victoria. Ivar’s father was the cousin of Prince Philip who married Queen Elizabeth II in 1947, making Ivar the first cousin once removed of Philip, a third cousin once removed of Elizabeth and a second cousin of King Charles III.
Ivar has been candid about how he considered Philip to be a father figure to him after his dad died in 1970.
“In later years, I would sit with him and ask endless questions about my father. It was wonderful to have someone who could tell me everything about him,” he said to The Telegraph in April 2021. “Prince Philip was a wonderful listener; you could tell him anything as long as you were being honest and forthright. He was happy to listen to your thoughts. But if he had some advice he thought you ought to hear, he’d give it to you.”
As a member of the extended family, Ivar does not have any royal duties. He has previously worked as a geologist and businessman. Ivar is also the former director of the SCL Group, which was a strategic communication company. While Ivar is a member of the royal family, he understands why he is not involved in royal events as much as he once was a child.
“The family has got very large,” he told Tatler in 2019. “When we were younger we went to royal events all the time. But now that everyone has had children, quite rightly everything has slimmed down.”
While Ivar isn’t active with the royals, he does have a close relationship with some of them. He has maintained bonds with King Charles’ youngest brother Prince Edward and his wife Duchess Sophie. Ivar is the godfather to Edward and Sophie’s daughter Lady Louise Windsor.
Edward and Sophie are the godparents to two of Ivar’s children, daughters Ella and Alix, whom he shares with ex-wife Penny Mountbatten. (The exes, who split in 2011, also share daughter Luli.)
Ivar made history in 2016 when he became the first member of the royal family to openly be in a same-sex relationship with now-husband James Coyle. The couple tied the knot in 2018 and were the first British royals to have a same-sex wedding. While chatting with The Independent in 2023, Ivar shared that his family “was incredibly supportive” about his and Coyle’s relationship.
After 17 years, Hoda Kotb is officially bidding farewell to the Today show.
Kotb, 60, appeared on her final episode of the NBC morning show on Friday, January 10. The day started off on a tearful note as she cried after watching a video package of Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker, Craig Melvin and Carson Daly singing her praises. In return, she shared her own kind words about her colleagues.
“Carson, you’re like the secret sauce on the show, man. Without you, the show doesn’t hum,” Kotb gushed during the show’s second hour. “Al, you’re my first friend here, the first person I met. When I got sick, you were the first person who walked into the room and said I was gonna be OK.”
She continued: “Savannah, oh, my God. You’re my person, you’re my person. You know who shows up for everybody? This girl. … She’s in the room, she’s always in the room, and I love you. Craig, I’m so happy for you. You’e earned this, you own this, and come Monday at 7 o’clock a.m., I am gonna be dead asleep. But you’re gonna be fantastic. You’re gonna bring it home. Craig, you’re gonna be so good. You and Savannah are gonna be magic.”
In September 2024, Kotb announced she was departing the series. “I realized that it was time for me to turn the page at 60, and to try something new. This is the right time for me to move on,” she explained at the time, adding that her daughters, Haley, 7, and Hope, 5 — whom she adopted with ex-fiancé Joel Schiffman — contributed to her decision.
Kotb joined NBC News in April 1998, serving as a correspondent for the national network and Dateline before becoming the host of the fourth hour of the Today show in September 2007. Kathie Lee Gifford stepped in as her cohost from April 2008 to April 2019, before Jenna Bush Hager took over the role. After Matt Lauer’s sudden exit from the Today show following sexual harassment allegations, Kotb was named coanchor in January 2018 alongside Guthrie, 53.
Kotb elaborated on her exit in a letter shared on Today.com in September 2024.
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“As I write this, my heart is all over the map,” she noted. “I know I’m making the right decision, but it’s a painful one. And you all are the reason why. They say two things can be right at the same time, and I’m feeling that so deeply right now. I love you and it’s time for me to leave the show.”
Kotb went on to detail why she ultimately chose to say goodbye.
“I’ve been weighing this decision for quite a while — am I truly ready?” she continued. “But, my sixtieth birthday celebration on the Plaza felt like a shift. Like a massive, joyful YES, you are! I saw it all so clearly: my broadcast career has been beyond meaningful, a new decade of my life lies ahead, and now my daughters and my mom need and deserve a bigger slice of my time pie. I will miss you all desperately, but I’m ready and excited.”
Kotb concluded by confirming that she would stay involved at NBC in some capacity. “Happily and gratefully, I plan to remain a part of the NBC family, the longest work relationship I’ve been lucky enough to hold close to my heart,” she gushed. “I’ll be around. How could I not? Family is family and you all will always be a part of mine.”
Scroll down to see the biggest moments from Kotb’s final Today episode celebration:
A Purple Plaza
For her final time greeting fans on the Today Plaza, Guthrie walked Kotb through a spirit tunnel comprised of Today show workers sporting purple beanies and waving purple pom poms. Joking that the day was “Hoda’s Eras Tour,” Guthrie revealed that their Today colleagues and fans were sporting Kotb-themed friendship bracelets. Third hour cohost Dylan Dreyer even traveled back to New York City after covering the Los Angles wildfires to be with Kotb on her big day.
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Kermit the Frog joined Kotb, Haley, Hope and the Today hosts in the studio to sing the famous track “Rainbow Connection,” which Kotb plays for her kids every night and she listened to on her way to work that morning.“
Hoda, you truly do make every day as beautiful as a rainbow,” Kermit said as the song began, during which the group chimed in to sing along.
“I love you, I love that song, I love everything about it,” Kotb stated before pointing out more of her family members in the studio. “Mom, I love you,” she said into the camera.”
Several of Kotb’s friends and family members were in the audience of her final live Hoda & Jenna episode. Her mom, Sameha, was unable to attend, but congratulated her daughter in a pre-recorded video message.
“When I turn the TV on and I see Hodie, I see her smile. I love that. And just to listen to what she has to say,” Sameha gushed. “I check to see what is she wearing. Is she wearing the dress that I sent her or something else? And how’s her hair?”
Sameha went on to recall how Kotb knew she wanted to be on TV after working on a radio show during her time at Virginia Tech. She eventually landed her gig at Dateline before making her Today debut in 2007.
“She FaceTimes me, by the way, every morning. But I see the girls and Hodie, and I said to her one day, ‘You don’t have to do that every day.’ [She said], ‘Yes, we do!’ That’s the way she is,” Sameha added. “Hodie, I’m proud of you and I’m sure you’re going to be doing great work later on. And I love you so much.”
A tearful Kotb gave her mom’s video message a standing ovation.
Hoda’s Look-Alike
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While Bush Hager announced that winners of a Kotb look-alike contest would be coming out on the show, it was actually a set-up to bring out their first celebrity guest of the episode, Gayle King. Poking fun at the pair’s physical resemblance, King gifted Kotb a T-shirt featuring her face on the front and King’s on the back, which read, “Hoda. Not Hoda.”
“Just today coming into the building, I swear to God, somebody said, ‘Hey, can I take your picture?’ And he took it and I said, ‘Who do you think I am?’ And he said, ‘You’re Hoda!’ And I said, ‘No, no I’m not,’” King joked, while Kotb noted she also gets frequently mistaken with her fellow TV host.
An NBC Send-Off
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Jimmy Fallonpopped by the congratulate Kotb on the end of her Today, run, gifting her a framed piece of the NBC logo carpet from the elevators in 30 Rock. “I entitled it ‘Onward and Upward’ ‘cause you’re getting on the elevator and going up, right?” he joked. “But then I signed it, and then no one can read my writing. My handwriting’s so bad so it looks like it says ‘Osmond and Uptown.’”
Kotb went on to praise Fallon for being a great guest over the years, revealing that her daughters call him “Uncle Jimmy.” Fallon, for his part, thanked Haley and Hope for the Christmas gift they gave him. “Haley and Hope, you are the cutest girls ever, and funny, as well,” he told the girls. “And I see you every Thanksgiving Day Parade and you’re always so nice and happy and always coming up to me.
Kathie Lee Returns
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After stating in a video message that she couldn’t make it to Kotb’s live final episode, Gifford surprised her former Today cohost in the studio.
“The one thing I had in common with you and with Regis [Philbin] — two very, very different people — I looked forward every single day to being with you both,” she gushed. “And I did and I said, ‘Today, I’m gonna be with Hoda. It’s gonna be fun. It’s gonna be fun,’ because you, I’ve always said, she’s sunshine in a bottle.”
In true Kathie Lee & Hoda fashion, the group toasted to Kotb’s next chapter with large glasses of wine. “May you walk into the most joyful, prosperous, purposeful time in your life with those precious daughters that I watched come into your life. What a blessing that was. I’ll never forget it,” Gifford said while giving cheers. “And once those babies came, I knew it was time. ‘She ain’t gonna be here long.’ So, bless you, my dear friend.”
A Tribute to the Fans
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In a pre-recorded package, Kotb read a “love letter” she wrote to thank the show’s fans for their support over the years. “16 years ago, I sat next to Kathie Lee and she changed my life. She chose me,” she read. “And truth be told, I was scared. I’d never done anything like this before. … I ripped off that news corset, we poured ourselves a glass of wine, and so it began.”
She recalled how a “new era started” when she began cohosting the fourth hour with Bush Hager. “Six unforgettable years, uncontrollable laughter and pure friendship,” she gushed. “I can hardly even say her name without laughing out loud, but that is not the part I fell in love with. I fell in love with her tears, her vulnerable, lovable self.”
Kotb noted that turning 60 on the show was the “peak” of her time on the show and said “having a front row seat” to fans’ personal journeys has “shaped who I am.”
She concluded: “I’ve become who I am on this hour of this show, and you were there with me every step of the way. So, as I sit here today in my final moments on this final day in this chapter of my career, I want to say thank you from the bottom of my very full heart for the ride of a lifetime. I love you.”
Hoda’s Original Song
One of Kotb’s favorite country artists, Walker Hayes, surprised Kotb with a performance of his song “Wednesdays.” The moment was a particularly meaningful one for Kotb, as she cowrote the track with him. In the song, Hayes sings how while some days come with ups and downs, “most days are just Wednesdays” with mundane day-to-day activities with friends and family.
“I feel like that’s what I love the most about our show. They’ve just been Wednesdays. Every day has been a good Wednesday,” Kotb said through tears after the performance. Bush Hager responded by telling her cohost, “It’s been a pleasure of a lifetime to be next to you.”
With Love, From Jenna
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While the Kotb’s final episode was filled with tributes from stars and loved ones, Bush Hager penned her own farewell message to her longtime friend and cohost.
“Five years, more than 1,500 shows, 90,000 minutes, 9,000 commercial breaks filled with Shaboozey, Beyoncé [and] constant laughter and soul-affirming conversations,” she recalled. “From Vegas to New Orleans three times, from Austin to Quebec to our home, this home, Studio 1A, which will always be ours, mine and yours. From a global pandemic to two maternity leaves, five children.”
In addition to praising Kotb for bringing “hope” to others, Bush Hager also credited her teaching her to “find the joy in the small.” She went on to recall some of their biggest TV moments, from trying out social media hacks to writing their own Christmas song to participating in a Polar Plunge.
Now, Bush Hager said Kotb is teaching her and fans “how to say goodbye with grace,” adding, “Thank you, Hoda, for everything you have taught me, everything you’ve given me, all the hugs, all the heart, all the laughs, all the love. I will miss you, my friend, but I love you and I’m so proud. Love always and forever, Jenna.”
Following the clip’s conclusion, Bush Hager welcomed out the rest of their Today crew — including Melvin, Guthrie, Dreyer, Daly, Roker and Willie Geist — to share hugs and kisses.
Final Goodbye
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For her final send-off, Kotb was joined in front of the camera by Bush Hager and dozens of Today show cast and crew members. In particular, she highlighted the show’s executive producer, Talia Parkinson-Jones. “You’ve loved me and Jenna since the very beginning, the day you started, and I just want to say thank you,” Kotb said before thanking the whole crew.
Haley and Hope stood by their mother’s side as Bush Hager gave her last goodbye. “You are loved. I can’t imagine this place without you, but I don’t have to ‘cause we already have a date on your calendar. Thank you all for believing in us, and Hoda, I love you,” she stated, but not before Kotb gave a shout-out to Jenna & Friends’ first episode on Monday, January 13.
The episode ended with a clip of Kotb driving away from 30 Rock with her kids in her minivan, which had a “Just Repotted” sign strapped on the back.
Keleigh Teller is mourning the loss of her wedding dress after the home she shared with husband Miles Teller was burnt down amid the Los Angeles wildfires.
“To everyone reaching out I can’t thank you enough, your kind hearts have meant the world, I’ll never forget them,” Keleigh, 32, captioned an Instagram post in the early hours of Friday, January 10. “Community has come out stronger than I could imagine, pacific palisades I love you beyond measure you are a little slice of heaven, we will come back stronger than ever.”
Keleigh begged people living in the Los Angeles area to “get out if you can” before detailing one valuable thing she lost in the devastation.
“I wish I grabbed my wedding dress,” she wrote. “Wish I did a lot different but it doesn’t matter, stay safe, get out. There are no words. THANK YOU to the first responders fighting.”
Miles and Keleigh wed in September 2019, she wore a Monique Lhuillier dress.
Along with her meaningful words, Keleigh shared a photo of her and Miles’ home taken as they were “driving out” of the area. A second image showed the charred remnants of their house.
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The couple’s famous friends shared words of support in the Instagram post’s comments section.
“Love you guys always,” Chace Crawford wrote. Nina Dobrev commented with a series of broken heart emojis.
Kristin Juszczyk, wife of San Francisco 49ers player Kyle Juszczyk, shared a sweet message as well.
“Sending so much love,” she commented. “So profoundly sorry.”
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Aaron Paul’s wife, Lauren Paul, wrote that she has “been thinking about you two so much” presumably amid the ongoing wildfires.
Chad Lowe’s wife, Kim Lowe, shared an update on their home while also commenting on Keleigh’s post.
“@ichadlowe and I live down the street from you. or, lived I guess,” she wrote. “It’s all just too much. we loved your xmas decor (the dog!!). this is the most devastating thing. we wish you and everyone in our community peace and hope and yeah. just. in shock.”
Gusts of wind from Santa Ana started fast-burning brush fires to begin on Tuesday, January 7. The Guardian has since reported that an estimated 9,000 homes (and counting) have been damaged or completely destroyed as the fires continue to rage on around various parts of Los Angeles including the Pacific Palisades area, Malibu, Santa Monica and the Hollywood Hills. It’s been widely reported that at least 10 people have died.
Aside from Miles and Keleigh, celebrities like Milo Ventimiglia and Paris Hilton have spoken out following the destruction of their homes.
Hey there, working queens! If you’re struggling to get back into the swing of things after a long holiday break filled with travel, family and fun, same. It’s always tough to readjust, especially since it’s freezing cold and somewhat dreary outside. It’s normal to feel a little slow at this time of year though, so don’t be too hard on yourself!
That said, an easy way to get yourself fired up for a fresh year at the office is by adding a new accessory to your “workdrobe”. And no, I’m not talking about a new blouse or even a new pair of shoes. I’m talking about something you’ll wear every day — whether it’s winter, spring, summer or fall — and that serves a purpose (aside from making you the most glamorous gal in the office). If you guessed a new work bag, you guessed correctly!
I found just the thing, but this bag is more than just a work bag. It’s an ultra-luxe tote that’s bound to elevate any ensemble. Lightweight and compact, you’d never know this tote can fit my 15.6-inch laptop, iPad, phone, keys, deodorant, Airpods, multiple notebooks and so much more. The padded laptop compartment keeps my most valuable technology safe from the inevitable damage that comes with transit while the compartments keep everything organized.
This bag has three divided compartments, three slip pockets, a front compartment, a zipper pocket and a main back compartment. In other words, there’s plenty of room! But the space is just the beginning of what I love about this tote. It has a durable vegan leather exterior that seriously looks real, adding a touch (and a half) of sophistication to any outfit. The straps are adjustable, too, so you can wear this bag as a tote or shoulder bag or carry it as a large handbag. Oh, and the hardware is extra shiny!
I adore the look of this work tote with dress pants, a solid-colored blouse, a blazer and loafers, but you can wear it with anything you’d wear to work — especially if you opt for the black bag. There are six other colors to choose from, ranging from solid colors to color block styles, but I love the versatility of the black bag. That said, I may grab the lilac variety for spring!
And it’s not just me who swears by this bag. One reviewer calls it a “workhorse of a bag” while another says it will make you “the office envy”. Just read the reviews . . . people are obsessed. Prepare to be the ultimate trendsetter!
Get the Ecosusi Laptop Bag for $50 (originally $53) on Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication, January 10, 2024, but are subject to change.
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After 16 years of marriage, the couple recently decided to separate and are preparing to file for divorce, TMZ reported on Wednesday, January 8.
The duo’s love story began when they met on the set of The Fantastic Four in 2004, where Alba, 43, was the lead actress and Warren, 46, was a production assistant. They tied the knot four years later.
While the couple — who share Honor, 16, Haven, 13, and Hayes, 7 — have not publicly commented on their relationship status, both Alba and Warren have talked openly about the highs and lows of marriage.
While attending a pre-Golden Globes party at the Chateau Marmont in West Hollywood on Saturday, January 4, Alba was photographed without wearing her wedding ring.
Just one month earlier, the actress was spotted running errands and picking up beverages at Kreation in Los Angeles without a ring on that finger.
Meanwhile, Warren raised eyebrows when he posed for a family photo on Christmas without his ring.
Jessica Alba’s New Year’s Eve Post
Before saying goodbye to 2024, Alba posted a collage of images reflecting on the past 12 months of her life. While she was able to post memories from vacations, girls’ night outs and various projects, the Honest Company founder failed to post any photos of Warren.
“Here’s to a colorful past year that was filled with connection, growth, adventures, laughter, peace, sisterhood, transformation, rebirth, joy and so much love ,” she wrote via Instagram on December 31. “Sending hugs to everyone going through it- cheers to 2025 and even more love to come! Let’s goooo!”
In the middle of celebrating 10 years of his clothing brand Pair of Thieves, Warren reflected on his marriage to Alba in an exclusive interview with Us Weekly.
While reflecting on their bond, Warren admitted that it took “hard work” to keep their union strong.
“I think, ultimately, the friendship and support and just knowing that your partner has your back means everything to us,” he told Us in July 2024. “I think that would be the secret, is just having each other’s back. It’s hard work, but we roll up our sleeves and we do it. It’s wild. It’s the longest relationship I could have ever imagined.”
Back in April 2024, Alba appeared on an episode of Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt’s “BDA Baby” podcast. When asked how she was able to find balance amid her heavy responsibilities — and ensure “your husband feels tended to” — Alba admitted it was a process.
“You know, I think that [Cash] probably gets the short end of the stick,” she said. “It’s hard. It’s impossible.”
She advised couples “to communicate when you’re unhappy and nipping it right away” before it becomes a bigger issue.
“We have, obviously, the friendship, the comfort of, like, ‘You’re not going anywhere,’” Alba added. “And so sometimes you don’t treat those people the best, right? You don’t consider their feelings in the way that you would consider other people’s feelings. So that is something that I think is a constant — it’s a constant one to work on.”
Jessica Alba Compared Cash Warren Marriage to Being ‘Roommates’
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While chatting with Schwarzenneger Pratt, 35, Alba continued to give an honest perspective on marriage life.
“I would say it’s all rosy for two-and-a-half years,” she shared. “But then after that, you become roommates. You’re just going through the motions, the responsibilities. It’s a lot of, like, checking the boxes.”
During an August 2023 appearance on Jana Kramer’s “Whine Down” podcast, Warren said he briefly broke up with Alba four years into the relationship.
“When we first started dating, I was really jealous of other guys and the attention that she was getting from other guys, and it just wasn’t making me feel good,” Warren said. “I was always a pretty confident person in my own, kind of, walking my own path and really happy there. And next thing you know, I’m looking up and just feeling jealous all the time.”
After his feelings led to a breakup with Alba, Warren said he vowed to “channel [my jealousy] in a different way, into a more productive way.”
Mandy Mooreclarified why she shared a GoFundMe campaign in support of her brother-in-law’s family following wildfire devastation.
“Yesterday, my brother-in-law and sister-in-law Griff and Kit [Goldsmith] lost their home and everything they own in the Eaton Fire,” Moore, 40, wrote via Instagram on Thursday, January 9. “With their first baby on the way in a matter of weeks, they need our support now more than ever.”
She added, “Please consider donating and sharing to help them rebuild.”
Moore, who is married to Griff’s brother Taylor Goldsmith, then included a link to the fundraising page launched by friend Matthew Koma.
“[For] people questioning whether we’re helping out our own family or attributing some arbitrary amount of money Google says someone has is NOT helpful or empathetic,” Moore continued in her social media message. “Of course we are. Our buddy Matt started this GoFundMe and I’m sharing because people have asked how they can help them.”
The This Is Us alum further reminded social media critics that “no one is forcing you to do anything” before issuing another reminder.
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Moore and Taylor’s home — where they raise their three children — had also been destroyed in the Pacific Palisades wildfire earlier this week. After visiting the remains earlier on Thursday, Moore detailed in another Instagram post that they learned the “main part” of the residence was still standing but “not livable.” Taylor and Griff’s studio, where they record music for their band Dawes, was also destroyed along with their instruments and equipment.
“Griff is a touring musician and also lost his entire arsenal of drums/percussion he uses to make a living,” Moore explained in her upload. “It’s all so much.”
Griff and Kit are also due to welcome their first baby any day, prompting Winnetka Bowling League frontman Koma, 37, to launch the GoFundMe page.
“They’re expecting their first child in a few weeks and without a home or the most basic necessities, the days ahead feel unimaginable,” Koma, who is married to Hilary Duff, wrote via his Instagram. “Griff is one of my best friends in the world & a fellow musician who has spent 20+ years as a touring drummer in his band Dawes – all of his drums, studio gear … stuff he’s spent his whole life collecting to make a living was also lost in the fire.”
As of publication, the campaign has already raised over $158,000, from the likes of Koma, Taylor, Michelle Branch, Zachary Levi and more.
If you’re an overpacker like Us, you likely understand the struggle of having your suitcase weighed down by all of your makeup products — you can’t travel without them! That’s why we’re starting the new year by brainstorming helpful solutions, like using a nearly weightless, stackable makeup trio that fits into the tiniest parts of our travel bags. Subtl Beauty is our new go-to for trips (and beyond), creating convenient, customizable makeup “stacks” that are light and easy to carry.
While Subtl Beauty has multiple products to help streamline your makeup routine, this easy, stackable system is the ultimate must-have. To build your own stack, you start by choosing a mirror lid, a base and a mini brush. Each base (you can select concealer, pressed powder or highlighter) is highly pigmented and comes in a variety of shades, ensuring there’s a match for all skin tones. You can also shop for lip and cheek combinations. Each piece is assembled to create one stackable compartment, which is a breeze to toss in your everyday bag or pack before taking a trip.
Should you need some building inspiration, there are videos on the site showing different Subtl Beauty makeup stacks, which also reveal how easily each part can twist on and off. No struggling to access your products here! If those cool clips weren’t enough, nearly all the reviews on the stacks are positive, with customers praising both the system and the makeup itself.
One reviewer called it their “go-to everyday solution.” They added: “I was looking for a simple makeup routine for traveling when I discovered Subtl, but it has quickly become my go-to everyday solution for looking put together in no time. It’s a you-but-better line of makeup, all in a stackable system that fits in the palm of your hand.”
“I was always incredibly overwhelmed by makeup options and how to use it,” another person shared. “Subtl was the first brand that provided me with a quiz so I could create the perfect Stack for me. Not only did it make choosing my makeup such an easy process, it also came with information on where each product went, which was amazing for someone who was never taught makeup.”
Someone even labeled it the “best invention ever” and said they loved “having my stack to do all things makeup!”
Whether you’re always on the go or have a big vacation booked, you won’t regret trying Subtl Beauty’s system for yourself. A roomier (and probably cheaper) travel bag awaits!
Baylen Out Loud star Baylen Dupree has found her match in boyfriend Colin Dooley.
“He’s, like, my backbone,” Baylen, 22, exclusively told Us Weekly on Thursday, January 9, ahead of the premiere of her eponymous TLC docuseries. “Everything that I do, just being around him helps. He understands me somewhat better than I understand myself a little bit, which is kind of the same way for him. I understand him better [than] he knows himself.”
Baylen is battling Tourette syndrome, which is the focus of her Baylen Out Loud series. On the show, she also chronicles her life with Colin. (They have been together since 2022.)
“He goes into Target with me. He comes with me into stores because I’m scared to be alone,” she joked. “My left- and right-hand man!”
Not only has Baylen and Colin’s relationship continued to go the distance, but she is also ready to take the next step.
“[Babies are] still on the brain. Well, not every day, but I want babies before 25,” Baylen said on Thursday, jokingly teasing that “season 2” would feature a potential pregnancy.
While Baylen is not expecting just yet, she is learning to establish her independence and continue managing her Tourette diagnosis.
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“I would say that establishing my independence is definitely in each episode [of Baylen Out Loud],” Baylen told Us. “There’s a milestone or some type of achievement or some type of something that I’m learning or trying to grow from in each episode and just kind of trying to figure out life and just figure out myself and just figure out how I’m going to do certain things is definitely impactful.”
She continued, “Hopefully someone else can look at it and be like, ‘I can be independent too. I can do this,’ regardless of if they have Tourette or they’re neurodivergent or not, they can just look at it and be like, ‘You know what? I need to stop telling myself no because you’re the only person that’s telling yourself.’”
Baylen is also hopeful that Baylen Out Loud will inform more viewers about Tourette syndrome.
“I am hoping that people take away a lot and a lot of information from Tourette and a lot of information about tick disorders and everything like that,” she said. “In general, I just want to impact and inspire other people regardless of if it’s the next generation or past generations that may not have too much knowledge on Tourette. Just trying to inspire people to be themselves and just no matter what they’re going through, just keep going through it because in order to grow you have to be uncomfortable.”
Baylen Out Loud premieres on TLC Monday, January 13 at 9 p.m. ET.
Many of you may know Jenna Lyons from The Real Housewives of New York City, but she’s been an icon for much longer. The fashion designer has been turning heads for decades, and lately, it’s due to her flawless skin. In a recent Instagram Reel, the 56-year-old revealed her skincare secrets — and we’re adding them to cart immediately!
Lyons shares in the Instagram Reel how she first discovered Shiseido skincare 20 years ago on her first trip to Japan. Calling it one of her all-time favorite skincare brands, the former J.Crew executive applied the brand’s hero anti-aging line, Future Solution LX.
Starting with the night face cream, Lyons says in the Instagram Reel, “It’s a rich and hydrating texture that plumps your skin and gives you a radiant glow.” Continuing her skincare regimen, Lyons applies the Shiseido Eye and Lip Contour Regenerating Cream, which she says helps reduce the look of dark circles, crow’s feet and fine lines around the mouth.
We found the luxe products at Nordstrom, but even better each one is included in a limited-edition set. Meaning, you can pay the regular price for the single product and get extra skincare for free! Now that’s our favorite kind of girl math. Scroll on to shop Lyons’ radiant skin essentials!
Score Lyons’ favorite eye cream, the Future Solution LX Eye and Lip Contour Regenerating Cream, in this posh set. The eye cream usually runs $165, which is the same cost of this set — except you also get the the incredible Extra Rich Cleansing Foam and Concentrated Brightening Softener. What a value!
The eye cream targets wrinkles and sagging skin, and only the tiniest bit is needed to see results (thus, making it last forever!). One fan says, “Great eye cream, keeps the eye area dewy for hours and helps keep lip area hydrated.” BRB we’re adding this to our Nordstrom cart immediately!
This set contains a full- and travel-friendly size of the Future Solution LX Total Regenerating Cream, as well as the Future Solution LX Concentrated Brightening Softener — all for the price of the night cream alone. Packed with innovative anti-aging ingredients, antioxidants and vitamins, these products are the ultimate duo for leaving skin plump and smooth.
Another shopper raves, “Immediate skin changing. Age 46 and just a few days into using this line. I’ve never experienced the immediate change I have with other expensive products. Totally worth it!! I’m sold.” Score this incredible value set at Nordstrom before it’s gone!
Wheel of Fortune contestant Rhea Mathew got the shock of a lifetime when her boyfriend proposed during a taping of the show — thanks to the help of hosts Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White.
“We’re celebrating milestones in honor of our 50th anniversary and actually had one happen earlier in the week right here on the set,” Seacrest, 50, said in a video shared on the Wheel of Fortune YouTube channel on Thursday, January 9. The clip was titled, “WE HAD A PROPOSAL ON SET!”
Mathew first appeared on the show in October 2023, and her boyfriend (now fiancé), Robin, reached out for help with his proposal. White, 67, explained that the show’s cast and crew “created a bit of a ruse” and made the former contestant think she was coming back to celebrate the show’s 50th anniversary.
When prompted, Mathew solved a Wheel of Fortune puzzle reading: “Will you marry me?”
She was smiling at the correct answer when Robin appeared from backstage and got down on one knee. Suddenly Mathew’s mouth dropped as she realized what was happening. Of course, she said yes.
“I think she was really surprised,” Seacrest said when responding to the romantic moment. “Very sweet. I love that we can do that on this show.”
White also reacted to the “heart-warming” moment. “You never know what’s going to happen around here,” she added.
Maggie Sajak (Wheel of Fortune social correspondent and daughter of former host Pat Sajak) posted the proposal on her own social media account, as well.
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“A proposal on set?! 2025 is off to a magical start!” she wrote, sharing some behind-the-scenes footage of the engagement. Text overlaid on the video offered followers more details as well.
“Rhea think [sic] she’s here for puzzle redemption, but little does she know … she’s here to get engaged,” the text read. Maggie, 30, spoke with Mathew before the proposal about her return to the show — and the contestant had no idea what was about to happen.
“OK, it doesn’t seem like she has any idea,” Maggie said. “This is so exciting.”
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After the moment was over, Maggie congratulated the couple before asking if Mathew had “any idea” the engagement was coming.
Maggie interviewed Mathew again after the proposal, and the newly engaged contestant declared that she brought “my fiancé” to watch the Wheel of Fortune taping.
“The most elaborate proposal I could have ever — I cannot even imagine,” Mathew gushed. “I’m still in shock.”
Don’t call it a comeback, but bleached eyebrows have been making a major return among a new generation of It girls.
After stars includingKim Kardashian, Lizzo, Julia Fox and more experimented with peroxide-blonde brows 2022 — only to return to their natural color shortly thereafter — more celebs have revived the less-is-more look as of late.
TakeJoey King, for example, who switched up her signature brown arches for nearly invisible blonde strands in January 2025. She debuted the futuristic look via Instagram, where BFFs including Sabrina Carpenter and Noah Cyrus (who also sports bleached brows) praised her new beauty move.
“Rude to look this good without eyebrows,” Carpenter wrote, as Cyrus added, “THIS IS YOUR LOOK.”
Besides King, Alix Earlebriefly rocked bleached brows in May 2024 for an 11-hour photoshoot for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit digital issue. She teased the look via TikTok before revealing she would star as the first-ever digital cover model for SI Swimsuit.
To see all these celebs and more embrace the bleached eyebrows trend, keep scrolling:
The bleached brow trend has made its way to the singer! Jackson debuted her new look while attending an Alexander McQueen fashion show in October 2022.
New 'do, who dis? The "Juice" singer debuted bleached brows and blonde pixie cut via TikTok in June 2021, drawing comparisons to everyone from Kris Jenner to Mary J. Blige.
There’s nothing like noticing a style trend among A-listers and finding ways to incorporate it into your wardrobe. Recently, we’ve seen that our go-to style influences have been pairing stylish wide-leg jeans with chic pointed-toe heels. From Selena Gomez‘s rich-mom-approved attempt to Jennifer Lopez‘s more laidback take, it’s clear that this outfit combo is one worth trying.
Can’t figure out how to tackle the trend? We’ve rounded up an assortment of wide-leg trousers and pointed-toe heels that effortlessly nail the look. From cozy pants to luxe-looking footwear, check out our top picks ahead!
1. Our Absolute Favorite: These wide-leg Palazzo pants are so trendy and stylish. They have an elastic waistband with belt loops for comfort and support. It features front pleats, back darks and side slant pockets for a sophisticated touch!
2. Denim Duty: Looking for a more casual style? These flare-leg jeans come in a slew of shades, ranging from classic medium wash to magenta pink and burnt orange!
3. Dressy Cargo: These roomy trousers have an edgy flair, courtesy of the cargo-style pockets!
4. Edgy Accents: These high-waist jeans have stretchy fabric for a comfortable fit and a frayed hemline for an edgy touch!
5. Boss Babe: Prepare to steal the show in these eye-catching trousers. They have a decorative belt detail that instantly elevates any look!
6. Cropped Cutie: If you prefer shorter, cropped pants with wide-leg accents, you’ll want to snag these dark denim trousers ASAP!
7. Slingback Kitten: These patent leather slingbacks are perfect for shoppers who prefer kitten heels!
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Get ready to feel the beat with Lifetime’s upcoming Lisa Lisa biopic.
Can You Feel the Beat: The Lisa Lisa Story, which premieres on the network Saturday, February 1, tells the story of Lisa Velez, a.k.a Lisa Lisa, the 15-year-old Puerto Rican singer turned global phenomenon. Executive produced by Velez herself, the film stars Jearnest Corchado in the titular role alongside Angie Martinez and Bre-Z.
In Us Weekly’s exclusive first look at the film’s trailer, fans are given a glimpse into the true story of Lisa Lisa’s journey to becoming the first Latina artist to hit multiple music Billboard charts while battling sexism, racism and a breast cancer diagnosis.
“When I was a kid, I would dream I was on a stage, singing,” Lisa says in the teaser, later telling her mom: “One day, I’ll be so rich, Mami.”
While the initial images feature Lisa Lisa on stage, strutting down sidewalks and getting her first big break with her 1985 hit “Can You Feel the Beat,” things quickly take a turn when Lisa realizes there’s a darker side to the industry than she anticipated.
“The music business, it’s not going to be what you think it is. It’s going to try and take a piece of you,” Bre-Z, who portrays Lisa’s best friend Toni Ménage, tells her. “You can’t let them.”
Quick flashes show Lisa being told she’ll have to start “treatment right away” for her breast cancer — “I can’t stop touring,” she tearfully replies — getting physically assaulted and being threatened by her team.
“You cannot make it without us,” her manager warns, to which Lisa Lisa replies, “Watch me.”
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In May 2024, Velez, now 57, shared that she was diagnosed with breast cancer at the height of career but decided to keep it a secret — even from even her own mother — in order to keep working.
“It was hard to talk about back then,” Velez explained on an episode of the Tamron Hall Show. “It was hard, there was no one to speak on it. The guys used to ask me, ‘Are you gaining weight? Are you pregnant?’ I was like, ‘No, I’m going through chemo.’ No one knew, I had to hide it basically, my mom didn’t even know.”
Velez said she noticed bruises on her chest one day and knew she had to get checked out. “So on a stop during a nine-month tour, I went and got checked and my oncologist said, ‘You have ductal carcinoma,’” she said.
Ultimately, Velez — who is now in remission — chose to continue on with her career, balancing her professional obligations and chemotherapy.
“It was difficult,” she said. “It was really, really hard. I didn’t know what to do, who to speak to. My doctor was like, ‘You should not be on tour,’ and I said, ‘I have to work because I have bills to pay.’”
Can You Feel the Beat: The Lisa Lisa Story premieres on Lifetime Saturday, February 1, at 8 p.m. ET.
