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What's Next for Savannah Chrisley After Fighting for Parents' Pardons

30 June 2025 at 23:07

Savannah Chrisley is happy to move out of her parents’ mansion.

While appearing in ABC News Studios’ The Chrisleys: Life After Lockup, Savannah, 27, revealed that she was looking forward to living the “carefree life of a 28-year-old” following Todd and Julie Chrisley‘s release from prison. 

Savannah had lived in her mom and dad’s Nashville home for more than two years while they were incarcerated in separate prisons. President Donald Trump pardoned the pair in late May, and called Savannah to deliver the news when she was out running errands. 

One month post-pardons, Savannah told ABC that she was “moving into a condo,” despite her family asking her, “Aren’t you gonna miss a house?”

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She remarked, “I’m not gonna miss landscapers, I’m not gonna miss pool people,” to which Todd, 56, who also participated in the Sunday, June 29 interview, added, “I have learned that a house is not a priority to her. … Maintenance is not a priority to her.”

“No, I was raising kids,” Savannah said in her defense, referencing how she took care of her younger brother, Grayson Chrisley, 19, as well as Chloe Chrisley, 12, whom Todd and Julie adopted in 2016. (Chloe is the daughter of Kyle Chrisley, Todd’s son from a previous marriage.)

Savannah laughed as she described her dad’s reaction to seeing the home for the first time in years.

“He comes in and is critiquing everything in the house,” she said. “I was literally fighting for y’all for two and a half years and raising kids, I think the floors are fine.”

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In June 2022, Todd and Julie, 52, were convicted on federal charges of tax evasion, bank and wire fraud and conspiracy. Todd was sentenced to 12 years behind bars while Julie was given seven years. (Both have maintained their innocence.)

Without her parents by her side, Savannah had a hard time holding down the fort.

“People comment and will say, like, ‘Oh, I feel so sorry for you, living off of mom and daddy’s stolen money,'” she said in a 2024 episode of her “Unlocked” podcast. “And ‘You’re rich, it’s easy, stop trying to act like it’s so hard.'”

She continued, “I struggled. Like, I know what it feels like to not know how you’re going to pay your bills that month. ‘Cause I was left with three mortgages, and the lawyers, and kids.”

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While she juggled many responsibilities, Savannah made some time to appear as the Afghan Hound on season 11 of The Masked Singer last year. 

“I missed The Masked Singer because I was embarrassed for her,” Todd told ABC News. “I knew she was going to do it, but she cannot sing.”

He added, “I guess the beautiful part of that is she went and did that, and she didn’t care how bad she was.”

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2 ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' Stars Are Joining ‘DWTS’ Season 34

30 June 2025 at 22:45

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives reunion is the gift that keeps on giving with not one — but two — Dancing With the Stars casting announcements.

During the special, which started streaming on Hulu Tuesday, July 1, host Nick Viall surprised the cast — and Us — when he told attendees Jen Affleck, Whitney Leavitt, Mikayla Matthews, Mayci Neeley, Jessi Ngatikaura, Taylor Frankie Paul, Layla Taylor and Miranda McWhorter that after several of the wives auditioned for the show, two of them were chosen.

First, Jen, 26, who is pregnant with baby No. 3 while filming the reunion, got the news that she would be competing for the mirrorball trophy in the fall. A plot twist revealed Whitney, 32, was also picked for season 34.

MomTok and DadTok— a.k.a Conner Leavitt, Zac Affleck, Jordan Ngatikaura, Dakota Mortensen, Jace Terry and Jacob Neely — were there to congratulate the costars, who will be competing against each other. ABC has previously confirmed that TikToker Alix Earle and Steve Irwin‘s son Robert Irwin were taking part in the next season, but the rest of the celeb competitors have yet to be confirmed.

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Before the news, DWTS pro Val Chmerkovskiy exclusively told Us Weekly how he has very high expectations when it comes to potential celebrity contestants after the show “went viral” on social media.

“When I think of a partner, I just want somebody that — after being on the show for 20 seasons now — I just want somebody that’s excited to be there,” Chmerkovskiy, 39, shared in April. “I’ve seen a lot of really incredible people and I’ve worked with a lot of really talented dynamic people. But it is from that excitement that I’m really inspired and now you have me really going the distance for you.”

DWTS’ resurgence in popularity has been in large part because of social media. While judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli and their scores play a role — so do votes from fans. During season 33, DWTS broke a long-standing tradition by releasing viewer vote totals.

ABC told Deadline in October 2024 that there were more than 14 million fan votes received for the episode where Anna Delvey and partner Ezra Sosa as well as Tori Spelling and her partner, Pasha Pashkov, got eliminated on live TV.

“The record number of votes that week suggests to me that a lot of our audience are very passionate about a lot of our stars this year, and the increased ratings year or year would suggest that it is the case,” DWTS executive producer Conrad Green told Deadline. “At core, as always, the cast is what defines the season.”

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Green continued: “This group of stars are really likable, talented and love being on the show — and that passion for what they’re doing really comes through on live TV. There’s real dance talent across the cast and lot of unique stories as well as so much potential in the couples to grow as performers.”

At the time, Green reflected on the show’s long-lasting success.

“Also, Dancing with the Stars is a really positive show at a time when the world is feeling pretty bleak, so there’s a certain escapism and sense of community that comes with watching which helps remind us of what we have in common as Americans,” Green continued. “We’ve also been on air long enough now that a new generation of viewers are watching with their kids and the popularity of the show on social apps like TikTok has exploded and introduced new viewers.”

Executive producer Ryan O’Dowd recently slammed claims that manipulated votes played a role in the show’s achievements.

“We take that very seriously. We have never, nor would we ever do anything to manipulate the votes,” O’Dowd told Deadline in May about how the show “really needs to be” credible. “It needs to allow the viewers to have a voice and to really be the voice of who deserves to win. So we have never nor would we ever want to manipulate that in any way.”

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives reunion special is currently streaming on Hulu.

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Jennifer Aniston Gives a Rare Look Into Private Life 

30 June 2025 at 21:34

Jennifer Aniston is giving fans a rare glimpse into her private life.

The beloved Friends star took to Instagram on Monday, June 30, and shared a series of cozy snapshots with her friends and canine companions.

“Happy Monday 👋🏼🐾❤👯‍♀️,” Aniston, 56, captioned the post. 

The first photo features the actress hanging out with her adorable dog Lord Chesterfield, whom she rescued in 2020. Other snaps include Aniston kissing pal Sean Hayes on the cheek, and snuggling up against longtime bestie Courteney Cox. She is also shown spending time with friends Kristin Hahn and Andrea Bendewald as well as Clyde, her Schnauzer mix.

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All the love in these pics! ❤,” remarked Ali Wentworth in the comment section of the post, while Elizabeth Perkins wrote: “Happiness. ❤

“Thanks for sharing these precious moments with us!! Love seeing this,” gushed another fan.

Aniston remains an A-lister in a world where increasingly anyone and everyone can achieve 15 minutes of fame, yet she rarely opens up about her personal life. On Instagram, she tends to keep things professional, whether she’s posting ads for SmartWater (she’s a celeb spokesperson) or her LolaVie hair care line, or delighting the Friends fandom with a nostalgic video. In May, Aniston announced the air date for The Morning Show’s fourth season, where she reprises her role as broadcast journalist Alex Levy. 

“We’re baaa-aaack September 17 🥰🌅‼,” she posted alongside a photo of costars Reese Witherspoon, Karen Pittman and Marion Cotillard

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Earlier this year, she had a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it cameo in HBO’s The Last of Us, which featured Ellie (Bella Ramsey) flipping through an Aughts-era People magazine with Aniston on the cover. The headline: “Jennifer’s sexy nights.”

“Of all things to survive the apocalypse,” Aniston quipped in an Instagram Story in April. 

She and Pedro Pascal, who stars on The Last of Us, are good friends. 

“I would do anything for Jennifer,” Pascal, 50, told Extra in March, when asked about a potential cameo in The Morning Show, an AppleTV+ production. 

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“She is that person [who is good in a crisis],” Pascal revealed. “The best way that I could describe it is I remember, if you’re in a party setting and you make eye contact with Jen, she just knows exactly what’s going on with you and knows exactly how to make you feel.”

The actor joked that if “you’re really high at a party” and in danger of freaking out, Aniston will be there to help calm you down.

“Make eye contact with Jen Aniston and she’ll calm your central nervous system,” he added. “You’ll be like, ‘Oh no, everything’s fine. I’m safe.’”

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These Stylish Summer Wedding Amazon Finds Will Make Getting Ready So Easy

30 June 2025 at 20:30

There are many elements that go into creating a stylish wedding guest look for summer nuptials. Finding your wedding guest dress is just the first piece of the puzzle. Then, you have to be sure to have the right shoes, bag and jewelry to bring it all together. The summer options you have in your closet might not be quite as appropriate for the occasion, which is why we took to Amazon to find fresh finds that can give you a put-together look at an affordable price.

Amazon is known for budget-friendly finds, but it’s also packed with higher-end brands that will arrive at your doorstep just as quickly. Think: Steve Madden purses, Vince Camuto heels and Kendra Scott necklaces. Plus, find wedding guest dresses galore! To ensure you’re chic and comfortable at the next summer wedding, we selected the most stylish options — all under $150.

20 Summer Wedding-Ready Amazon Finds

Dresses

1. Our Favorite: It’s pretty much impossible to not look good in this puffed short-sleeved dress. It has a midi length, dramatic tiers, an elastic bodice and ten colors options.

2. Florals? For Summer?: Regardless of the theme, this strapless maxi number stuns with a black floral pattern. It cinches under the bust and has an invisible zipper in the back.

3. Cold Shoulder: No one will believe this elegant one-shoulder dress is under $50. The maxi length makes it formal, but the 3D flower details make it stand out in a crowd.

4. Walking Garden: We don’t know what we love most about this pleated maxi dress. The overall pink floral pattern, the long sleeves with cold shoulders and the cinched waist are all too good.

5. Easy Elegance: While this fitted sleeveless dress with a high neck comes in seven colors and patterns, we have our eye on the black floral one that looks way more expensive than it is.

30 Wedding Guest Dresses on Amazon Perfect for Every Type of Summer Nuptials

Shoes

6. Our Favorite: These Steve Madden heeled sandals will go with just about any dress in your wardrobe, as they’re available in neutral and eye-popping colors.

7. Mad for Metallics: For women who like a little more height, these Vince Camuto platforms are high while having a secure ankle strap. The gold color caught our eye!

8. Closed Toe: You just might match the bride’s bouquet in these Marc Fisher pumps, but they come in so many colors and patterns that it’s tough to choose just one. Bonus: The 3.35-inch heels make it ideal for dancing all night.

9. Cool Raffia: You can’t go wrong with raffia in the summertime, and these Sam Edelman heels are spot-on for dressing for the season. The blocked heels mean you can wear them outside without sinking into the grass.

10. Short and Sweet: These 2-inch strappy kitten heels will get a lot of use this summer, and the neutral colorways make them easy to match with the dress of your choice.

Bags

11. Our Favorite: Behold: A simple summery bag that will fit your phone and essentials so you can celebrate with the happy couple without holding all your essentials. Plus, it’s just $22!

12. Chic Straw: You’ll want to wear this Steve Madden straw bag on more occasions than just a wedding. It comes with a neutral scarf tied around the handle and has a zipper so you know your things will stay put.

13. Fashionable Piñata: Bring fun to your outfit with this Betsey Johnson pastel number that features horizontal stripes in pink, yellow, purple, blue, and green colors. It can be worn with the long chain or as a clutch.

14. Feminine Flair: A beaded top-handle bag is a no-fail way to look wedding-ready. This one is dainty with floral details to elevate your look.

15. Good as Gold: For those rocking gold jewelry to the wedding, snag this Madewell top-handle bag. It has gold details and fits just enough for a night out.

Jewelry

16. Our Favorite: This Kendra Scott necklace comes in so many metal and stone options that you’re bound to find one that you can throw on whenever a special occasion comes up. The gold and rose quartz combination is a classic!

17. Chunky Style: You can’t beat a chunky pair of gold earrings that costs just $14. These will elevate your outfit without draining your wallet.

18. Stunning Silver: This sterling silver bracelet layers three strands in one for an elegant yet noticeable, look. You can wear it every day or when a wedding is on the calendar.

19. Ringing in the Celebration: The bride and groom aren’t the only ones rocking new rings. This chunky Kendra Scott band is the only accessory you need.

20. Seashell-Inspired: Ideal for a beach wedding, these pearl huggies with gold details are delicate and neutral to go with a slew of looks.

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Jorts Are the New 'Summer Baggy Jean' — Nail the Look for Under $50

30 June 2025 at 19:30

The definition is in the name: jeans plus shorts equals ‘jorts.’ Sadly, they’ve had a bad reputation for being the opposite of stylish, as they’re a less-common length and are typically quite baggy. Like it or not, though, jorts are experiencing a resurgence. Don’t count them out just yet, because their comeback might win you over.

It may surprise you to know that there are so many different jorts designs. Come on, you can’t eliminate the category from your wardrobe without at least giving them a chance! Many of your favorite retailers have hopped on the jorts trend, so now it’s really not hard to find a denim pair that works with your style. We focused on jorts that are under $50, so that gives you another reason to step outside your summer wardrobe comfort zone.

17 Baggy Jean Shorts Under $50

1. Our Favorite: These are a classic pair of jorts that fall right to the knee and come in four washes. The mid-rise fit is comfortable even on hot summer days.

2. Inclusive Sizing: With a nine-inch inseam, these Old Navy jorts hit right above the knee and go up to a size 30 so more people can rock the look.

3. Fabulous Fit: For a bit more of a fitted look, this modern take on jorts come in six washes, including white, so you’ll feel comfortable stepping into the new style.

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4. Loose and Long: The 14-inch inseam and baggy fit make these high-rise Target jorts the epitome of what the style is all about.

5. Cool Crossover: Crossover jeans are in right now, and you can merge that trend with shorts with these to-the-knee crossover jorts. Channel your Y2K fashionista with a pair that cinches you in at the waist and flares out for a loose look.

6. More Fitted: A new trend can be super intimidating, so try this under-$30 pair that has a more fitted design so you can test the length change first.

7. Cool Girl: If Urban Outfitters sell jorts, you know they’re cool. This mid-rise pair has a cutoff hem and are made of 100% cotton, so you know the quality is there.

8. Must-See Cargos: Jorts, but make them cargos. This Cotton On pair fall past the knee, almost making them a capri-like length, and feature large side pockets.

9. Throwback Style: We love that these classic jean shorts look like something our moms wore back in the day. Pair them with a tighter-fitting top, and they’ll feel like new again!

10. Boxy Pick: These vintage-looking jorts have a boxy, more slouchy fit. They’re a mid-rise option that was designed to hold its shape even after many wears.

11. Jean Cargos: If you’re looking for a pair of jorts that aren’t the typical kind, these cargo-style ones have six pockets for a cool look. They’re made of 97% cotton and 3% spandex for a bit of stretch.

12. Light and Bright: Kohl’s has light-wash jorts with a traditional five-pocket design. The nine-inch inseam pair were made to sit below the natural waist.

13. Affordable Find: At just $23, these knee-length jorts allow you to try the trend without breaking the bank. Plus, you have your choice of five washes.

14. Prominent Pockets: Unlike the typical slanted front pockets you’ll find on jorts, this high-rise pair has the same style on the back and front for a little something different.

15. Not So Baggy: Available in sizes 00 to 30, these Target cut-off jorts are made of cotton, recycled cotton and spandex. They have a 10-inch inseam and come in three washes.

16. Elongated Legs: Your legs are bound to look super long with the vertical front seam details on these stretchy, wide-leg jorts. The three available color washes are classic, too.

17. Low-Rise Style: You’ll really be embracing the Y2K life when you’re rocking low-rise jorts. These have an 8-inch inseam and relaxed fit for a breezy summer bottom.

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Blake Lively Reprises 'Gossip Girl' Character to Reunite Serena and Dorota 

30 June 2025 at 18:53

Spotted in Central Park: Blake Lively and her Gossip Girl costar Zuzanna Szadkowski.

Lively, who played Serena van der Woodsen on the long-running CW series from 2007 to 2012, recruited Szadkowski — best-known for her role as Dorota Kishlovsky — for an ad promoting Lively’s canned cocktail brand, Betty Booze. The clip was shared via YouTube on Monday, June 30, and began with the actresses reuniting on a park bench.

“I have tea,” Szadkowski says, playing on the popular fan theory that Dorota should have been Gossip Girl. (Penn Badgley’s Dan was ultimately revealed as the face behind the voice, instead.)

“Good tea?” Lively replies, to which Szadkowski teases, “The best tea.”

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Szadkowski then reveals a can of Betty Booze vodka iced tea along with two tea cups. She pours the beverage into the cups, saying, “It’s crisp. Balanced. Nothing artificial.”

“That’s hard to find around these parts,” Lively, 37, says. 

“Yeah, no kidding,” Szadkowski, 46, quips.

She then touts a second Betty Booze flavor, a passion fruit vodka iced tea, calling the drink “a naughty little bitch.” 

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“So I’ve heard,” Lively responds.

“I drank it on the walk over,” Szadkowski jokes, to which a smiling Lively gushes, “I have missed you.” 

Lively then gets up to exit, revealing a pair of sweatpants and Ugg boots hiding under her high-fashion outfit. (The moment seemingly references the now-viral season 6 Gossip Girl episode that accidentally showed Lively sporting cozy clothes under her couture dress during a scene.)

As Gossip Girl fans know all too well, Szadkowski portrayed the housekeeper and confidant of Serena’s frenemy, Blair Waldorf (Leighton Meester), during the show’s original run. Blair, however, was not mentioned in the ad. 

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More than a decade after the series ended, Lively, not Serena, is making headlines. The star is currently embroiled in a bitter legal dispute with Justin Baldoni, her director and costar in the 2024 drama It Ends With Us

Lively sued Baldoni, 41, in December 2024, accusing him of sexual harassment on the set of their film and later orchestrating a smear campaign against her surrounding the film’s premiere. 

Baldoni has denied the allegations and filed a $400 million defamation lawsuit against both Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds. Earlier this month, a judge dismissed Baldoni’s suit. Team Baldoni ultimately chose not to file a revised legal motion, instead choosing to focus on Lively’s lawsuit. A trial date for the duo is set for spring 2026. 

“The Court’s decision on the motion to dismiss has no effect whatsoever on the truth that there was no harassment nor any smear campaign, and it does not in any way affect our vigorous defense against Ms. Lively’s claims,” Baldoni’s lawyer Bryan Freedman told Us Weekly in a statement. “Discovery is proceeding and we are confident that we will prevail against these factually baseless accusations. Instead of revising the existing claims, our clients will be pursuing additional legal options that are available to us.”

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Lively, for her part, celebrated the legal victory via Her Instagram Story. 

“Last week, I stood proudly alongside 19 organizations united in defending women’s rights to speak up for their safety,” she wrote on June 9. “Like so many others, I’ve felt the pain of a retaliatory lawsuit, including the manufactured shame that tries to break us.”

She added, “I’m more resolved than ever to continue to stand for every woman’s right to have a voice in protecting themselves, including their safety, their integrity, their dignity and their story.”

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Below Deck's Barbara Dated Her 'Straight' Ex-Girlfriend for Nearly 2 Years

30 June 2025 at 18:30

Below Deck‘s Barbara Kulaif made a surprising admission about her experience as a gay woman.

During the Monday, June 30, episode of the hit Bravo series, Barbara found herself forming a connection with Jess Theron, sharing in a confessional, “I don’t remember the last time I was with a gay girl. My ex-girlfriend was straight, and we stayed together for a year and a half.”

Barbara said the experience affected how she approached dating.

“I don’t think I want to be the one again waiting for someone’s time,” she noted. “Sometimes you just feel tired to be with someone that is not sure about you. It is nice that Jess is gay. We have a lot in common and I really like her.”

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While Barbara seemed excited at her bond with Jess, the sneak peek for next week’s episode hinted at trouble in paradise. Despite Solène Favreau’s hookup with Kyle Stillie, she will start having second thoughts — and that will leads to her getting in between Barbara and Jess’s potential romance.

Season 12 is already off to a strong start after bringing back Kyle, chief steward Fraser Olender, Captain Kerry Titheradge and now alum Chef Anthony Iracane. Joining the crew were new members Chef Lawrence Snowden, bosun Caio Poltronieri, deckhands Jess and Damo and stews Barbara, Rainbeau de Roos and Solène.

Bravo previously released a synopsis that teased the drama awaiting viewers.

“Known for their unique blend of French and Dutch influences and pristine white sand beaches, the three Caribbean territories surround each other making for an unforgettable, island-hopping charter season,” read the April press release. “This season Captain Kerry demands respect from his crew as they navigate tense work dynamics and tangled love triangles on the high seas.”

In the interior, Fraser’s standards “are higher than ever, but his aim for perfection is sabotaged when his stews’ personalities clash. With more than 15 years of culinary experience, Chef Lawrence brings his fine-dining expertise to the galley. However, when the high-stress environment comes head-to-head with his strong faith, Chef Lawrence contends with his place on the boat.”

The exterior team, meanwhile, is led by Caio who “struggles to manage his team, and when gossip spreads that deckhand Kyle potentially crossed the ultimate line with a charter guest, Captain Kerry must make a tough decision.”

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According to Fraser, viewers should expect at least one person getting fired, which, based on Monday’s episode, seems to be Caio. “There are firings. There are hirings,” he teased in May. “There are disasters left, right and center. But I cannot tell you enough how dramatic and how fun this season is. It is nonstop.”

He continued: “I was so excited to get into this season. I think I’ve grown so much since I first started out on the show — and you never know what you’re going to get as a crew. But I just wanted to make sure that out of any season, this one is where I wanted to bring my crew to the best of their ability. I wanted harmony and I wanted love and friendship and peace amongst all the madness. I think we succeeded.”

Below Deck airs on Bravo Mondays at 8 p.m. ET. New episodes stream the next day on Peacock.

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Below Deck's Solene Reveals She Was Taken to Emergency Room After a Breakup

30 June 2025 at 17:59

Below Deck‘s Solène Favreau recalled being so emotionally affected by a breakup that she had to be taken to the hospital.

During the Monday, June 30, episode of the hit Bravo series, Solène discussed the “two times” she was in love while on a date with Kyle Stillie.

“It is the best and the worst. That’s why it is love,” she said before elaborating in a confessional. “My first love experience was when I was 22 years old. He left me four times in two years. All that time I was falling in love deeper and deeper. All that time was getting worse and worse.”

Solène shared that her parents had to step in after the breakup.

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“My dad took me to the emergency room because I was so sad that I stopped eating,” she noted. “I couldn’t eat. I would prefer that someone broke my finger than break my heart.”

The stew noted that the experience taught her to be “the opposite of selfish,” adding, “Now I live for me.”

While Solène didn’t elaborate on the second time she was in love, Below Deck viewers know she was previously linked to a Below Deck alum. Solène revealed earlier this season that she once dated Dylan Pierre De Villiers, who appeared in season 11.

“We broke up because he was in another country, so [there was] distance. Even after, I still love him and I was very sad,” she told the cameras. “So now that is why I try to keep everything at no risk. Since Dylan, I’ve never been in love again. I am young, free and I’m not looking for a relationship.”

Solène is currently exploring a connection with Kyle, which led to them sleeping together on Monday’s episode. According to the sneak peek for next week’s episode, however, Solène was already doubting how interested she is in Kyle.

Kyle, for his part, is expected to find a connection elsewhere. The season 12 trailer teased that an upcoming charter will cause issues with Kyle potentially hooking up with a guest at the beach in full view of his coworkers.

Captain Kerry Titheradge later confronted Kyle, who wouldn’t confirm whether he slept with a guest whose husband was on board as well.

“There was an investigation done. I’m not too sure how much of that will be shown, but I did a thorough investigation before I made my decision,” Kerry exclusively told Us Weekly earlier this month. “It will be interesting to see what happens after I interviewed each of the crew members — including what was actually said behind [my back].”

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Kerry wouldn’t reveal whether Kyle was fired.

“I don’t get to see what’s going on Below Deck because I’m in the wheelhouse or I’m over here and I can’t be everywhere,” he explained. “I don’t micromanage. I allow my crew to grow and I like to be here and to help encourage people. There’s a lot I don’t see and there’s even more I don’t want to see.”

Chief steward Fraser Olender previously told Us that “things were turbulent” already on St. David before Kyle’s possible hookup.

“I’ve done it before, so I can’t speak on [hooking up with a guest]. What is a hard no is on charter and what is a hard no is potentially engaging in something whilst their married significant other is also around,” Fraser teased in May. “It was definitely [the most explosive thing I have been a part of]. Because this situation then was the catalyst of so many other problems. And this really did spiral into something that no one saw coming. So it’s the beginning of the end. It’s so good though.”

Below Deck airs on Bravo Mondays at 8 p.m. ET. New episodes stream the next day on Peacock.

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Summer House's Imrul Says Being Cut From the Show Felt 'So Disrespectful'

30 June 2025 at 17:19

Imrul Hassan thinks Bravo did him dirty after he was allegedly cut from several Summer House scenes during his one and only season on the show.

“There’s so much that gets filmed and it doesn’t make the edit because there’s so much that we’re filming throughout the season,” Imrul explained during the Friday, June 27, episode of the “Taylor Taylor Taylor Show” podcast.

The season 9 newcomer claimed, “But I’ve never seen — and I’ve talked to some of the people on the show as well — someone just getting edited out of a whole dinner scene.”

Imrul, who was dubbed “Orgy Beast” by his housemates because of his sexual exploits, noted that he “tried to be respectful to the show and the process” and didn’t think much of his edit while filming.

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He pointed out that when he appeared on the season 9 reunion in May, he said, “I don’t think I got the worst edit.”

At the time, Imrul took responsibility for how he was portrayed on camera as well. “There was some fault on my own too. I wasn’t as engaging as I wanted to be and whatever,” he added. “Things that happened through the season.”

Once he watched the full season, however, Imrul felt different about his screen time, claiming he was cut entirely from scenes for no reason.

Summer House Imrul Says Being Cut From the Show Felt So Disrespectful Beach
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“To have seen that the last few episodes where they just shut me out — you can still see my shadow in some of them — you know and there’s obviously cast photos from the weekend where I’m clearly there, that felt so disrespectful,” Imrul confessed. “I don’t know if I can get over that. It’s definitely messed up.”

He revealed that during the aforementioned dinner scene he was especially hurt because he was “talking about my school that I was super excited about and they cut that out.” (Imrul founded an English school in his home village in Bangladesh last summer and had the “goal” of using the Summer House “platform” to talk about it.)

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While Imrul admitted he had “fun” shooting the show in summer 2024, he claimed Bravo never had a clear path for his story arc.

“It was also a weird season because they had such a strong season with the men the year before, obviously, I had to follow that. They weren’t quite sure what to do with me,” Imrul claimed on the podcast.

He alleged, “One of the calls I got from — the last calls I got from — the producers was, like, ‘Listen, we hate to call somebody part-time you know that’s but like we’re trying to figure out what to do with you.’”

Summer House Imrul Says Being Cut From the Show Felt So Disrespectful Party
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Us Weekly has reached out to Bravo for comment.

Throughout season 9 of Summer House, newbie Imrul made a splash for bringing home different girls and never introducing them to his castmates. He was also called “Orgy Beast” because he told the crew about going to sex parties and hooking up with multiple women at one time.

As the season continued, Imrul did share a little about his upbringing and his family, but for the most part it was his sexual exploits that were front and center. During the season 9 reunion, which aired in May, he got real about his nickname and how his family perceived the title.

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“I definitely felt like I was pigeonholed a little, but I led with the sex party,” he said of his reputation. “I don’t feel like I’m an orgy beast. I think you have to do more than one [sex party] to be an orgy beast. I’m more of an orgy novice.”

Imrul revealed that his sister-in-law’s family is “religious,” and after seeing his sex life so prominent on the show, he was uninvited to his nephew’s birthday party.

The story took the rest of the cast by surprise, and they admitted they could have done better to ask him non-sex-related questions as well.

Summer House Imrul Says Being Cut From the Show Felt So Disrespectful Group
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Imrul has since announced that he is not returning for a second season of the reality show. “I meant to share this last week, but with everything going on, the timing didn’t feel quite right. I’ve decided not to return for another season of Summer House — I know, shocking!” Imrul wrote via his Instagram Story on June 18. “It was an incredible opportunity, and I truly had a lot of fun.”

He didn’t appear to harbor hard feelings about his run, adding, “I won’t drag this out, but I want to say thank you for all your support — and for supporting my foundation as well. A special shoutout to my castmates for their generous donations and for helping spread the word. Overall, it was a really good experience. Would recommend.”

Imrul’s departure came after fellow season 9 newcomer Lexi Wood announced her exit and after seven-year veteran Paige DeSorbo revealed she would not be back for season 10.

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Orlando Bloom Shares Cryptic Message About '1st Step' After Katy Perry Split

30 June 2025 at 17:05

Orlando Bloom started his week with a motivational message following his split from Katy Perry.

“The important thing is to take that first step,” the actor, 48, wrote via his Instagram Story on Monday, June 30. “Bravely overcoming one small fear gives you the courage to take on the next.”

Bloom credited his musing as “daily encouragement” from Daisaku Ikeda, who was a Buddhist author.

Before sharing Ikeda’s quote, Bloom also posted another inspirational teaching from Buddha.

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“Each day is a new beginning. What we do today is what matters the most,” the quote read.

Bloom’s positive mantra comes nearly a week after Us Weekly confirmed he and Perry, 40, called off their engagement after nearly a decade together.

“Katy and Orlando have split but are amicable,” a source close to the former couple exclusively told Us at the time. “It’s not contentious at the moment. Katy is of course upset but is relieved to not have to go through another divorce, as that was the worst time in her life.”

Perry and Bloom dated off and on before getting engaged on Valentine’s Day 2019. The following year, the pair welcomed daughter Daisy Dove in August 2020. (Bloom is also father to 14-year-old son Flynn whom he shares with ex Miranda Kerr.)

According to the insider, Perry and Bloom’s split was “a long time coming” as things between them “have been tense for months.” Bloom and Perry had been apart since the pop star kicked off her Lifetimes tour earlier this year.

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Perry has found solace in her work since the breakup, as she’s been “keeping busy” on tour. (The singer is currently in the middle of her tour dates in Australia.)

Bloom, for his part, was recently spotted in Venice, Italy to celebrate Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding over the weekend. (Perry is also good friends with Sánchez’ as she joined the journalist on their space expedition earlier this year.)

While Perry and Bloom have been living separate lives, the twosome have been in contact as they’re prioritizing their daughter’s needs.

“They are still very much in touch and coparenting Daisy together,” the source explained. “Orlando brought Daisy to meet Katy on tour before heading to the Bezos’ wedding. It’s not messy between them.”

The insider added that Bloom and Perry are not “making drastic changes for Daisy’s sake.”

Orlando Bloom Spotted for 1st Time in Venice After Katy Perry Split

“They will keep their lives in Montecito,” the source added. “They are prioritizing stability and consistency for Daisy.”

Before their split, Bloom spoke candidly about overcoming challenges with Perry over the years.

“I wouldn’t change it for anything, even when sometimes it feels like, ‘How do we do this?’” Bloom said on an April 2024 episode of Trevor Noah’s “What Now?” podcast. “Because we’ve got these two giant careers and lives — and hers is even … it’s like a universe sometimes. But I think I just keep coming back to her and trying to hold her hand and walk her back to the sand pit and be like … we’re just gonna build a sandcastle.”

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Nikki Garcia Reveals She's Been on 'A Few Dates' Since Artem Divorce

30 June 2025 at 17:03

Nikki Garcia briefly dipped her toe back into the dating pool after divorcing Artem Chigvintsev — but had a good reason for quickly hitting the pause button.

During the Monday, June 30, episode of their “The Nikki & Brie Show” podcast, Brie Garcia asked her twin sister, 41, and their guest, Charlotte Flair, “Are we dating?” since both women are recently divorced.

“Brie knows this, I did a few,” Nikki said. Brie, 41, chimed in, “Like, you did a few dates?” or, “You did a few men? What are we talking about?”

Nikki rolled her eyes and started to laugh, saying, “Yeah,” she’s been on dates since finalizing her divorce from Chigvintsev, 43, in November 2024. Nikki played coy about her sister’s second question, replying, “OK. Whatever you want to call it.”

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Nikki, who shares 4-year-old son Matteo with Chigvintsev, explained that being a mom has slowed down her desire to date.

“At his age right now I get so much love that I realized this is all the love I need and want right now,” Nikki said. “So after having, like, a few dates and, you know ,[I] wasn’t crazy about [them] that I was like, ‘Ah I’m not even going to waste time and energy, like, I’m just too tired.’”

Flair (real name Ashley Elizabeth Fliehr), who finalized her divorce from Andrade El Idolo in October 2024, revealed that even though she doesn’t have kids she’s not interested in finding romance if the process includes using an app.

Nikki Garcia Has Been on A Few Dates Since Divorce
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“I haven’t been on a dating app since my divorce was final,” she told Nikki and Brie. “I’d rather meet the old-fashioned way.”

Both Nikki and Flair confessed that they are happy with the “dating yourself” philosophy.

“You have to date yourself and you can’t love anything else in life till you love yourself first,” Nikki explained. “And you have to do the work on yourself.”

Nikki Garcia on What She Wants in a Man After Artem Chigvintsev Divorce

Brie, who is married to Bryan Danielson, applauded both women, noting that their growth is evident.

“It’s always amazing to me when I see divorces happen and I see the people who glow. The people who seem happier, who are living their best life,” Brie shared. “You both are glowing, and I feel like you both are in your best eras. You guys both look incredible. I see the happiness. I feel it.”

Despite being on board with Nikki and Flair’s single-life eras, Nikki said Brie is always “pushing me more” to date again.

Nikki Garcia Has Been on a Few Dates Since Artem Divorce
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Brie noted that since Nikki and Flair, 39, were recently in New York City for Fanatics Fest they had to have seen handsome men that caught their attention.

“Don’t get me wrong, there were so many good-looking men there,” Nikki said, while Flair played coy about whether anyone piqued her interest.

Nikki met Chigvintsev while partnering on Dancing With the Stars and they began dating in early 2019. The pair secretly got engaged that November and welcomed Matteo in July 2020. Nikki married Chigvintsev in August 2022.

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Us Weekly confirmed in September 2024 that Nikki filed for divorce after Chigvintsev was arrested for alleged domestic violence that month. The charges against Chigvintsev were later dropped and he and Nikki finalized their divorce two months later.

Flair, for her part, has been married three times. She and Riki Johnson were married from 2010 to 2013, while the female wrestler was married to Thomas Latimer from 2013 to 2015. Flair began dating wrestler El Idolo (real name Manuel Alfonso Andrade Oropeza) in 2019 and they were engaged the following year.

Flair wed El Idolo in May 2022 and two years later she filed for divorce in June 2024. The divorce was finalized in October of that year.

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Recreate Gwyneth Paltrow's European Vacay Look With These $28 White Shorts

30 June 2025 at 16:00

If you’re anything like Us, you’re always looking to Gwyneth Paltrow’s Instagram for chic outfit inspiration. The Goop founder looked like the ultimate rich mom during her European vacay, and we couldn’t help but obsess over her airy white button-up and wide-leg Bermuda shorts look. We don’t have the official details on Paltrow’s exact bottoms, but we found loose-fitting shorts we’re confident she’d approve of — and they’re under $30!

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Whether you’re heading to a VIP occasion or a local boat party, these knee-length shorts nail Paltrow’s posh look for just $28. The lined, Bermuda-length shorts are made from a lighter-than-air fabric blend and feature a touch of spandex for just a little stretch that makes pulling them on and off a breeze. Subtle pleats and a cuffed detail along the hemline are two standout features that mirror Paltrow’s exact look.

Paltrow’s all-white look is an absolute style win, but if you prefer a stain-friendly option, you’re in luck. These shorts are available in 12 shades, like black and navy blue to pink and light khaki.

Amazon shoppers love the look and feel of these breezy shorts. The universal fit is a hit with everyone from tall fashionistas with a 6’6” frame to more petite shoppers.

One shopper over 75-years-old raved about scoring these shorts in three different shades, thanks to the “perfect length,” stretchy elastic at the waist and cool fabric.

Instead of denim shorts this summer, kick it up a notch with these A-lister-looking trousers that only cost $28 on Amazon.

See it! Get the Hotouch Pleated Bermuda Shorts for $28 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.

Not quite what you’re looking for? Snag more pleated shorts here and don’t forget to check out Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds.

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Mary-Kate Olsen Rocks Dressed-Down Look in Rare Outing

30 June 2025 at 15:59

Mary-Kate Olsen traded her high feels for flip-flops in a recent rare outing.

Olsen, 39, was photographed out in nature while in the Hamptons on Sunday, June 29. She was spotted on a local farm, carrying a canvas tote bag and a paper sack.

The fashion designer rocked an oversized white graphic tee, black sweatpants and sandals. Olsen had her hair down and sported a white baseball cap. She also opted for sunglasses, keeping a low profile.

Mary-Kate and her twin sister, Ashley Olsen, rose to fame as children when they were cast as Michelle Tanner on Full House in 1987. After wrapping up the sitcom, Mary-Kate and Ashley, 39, starred in a series of movies and TV shows.

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Despite their success in Hollywood, Mary-Kate and Ashley opted to give up acting to pursue careers in fashion instead. They launched their brands The Row and Elizabeth & James in 2006 and 2007, respectively. (Mary-Kate last acted in 2011, while Ashley’s last on screen appearance was 2004. Neither twin returned for Netflix’s Full House revival, Fuller House.)

Like their acting careers, Mary-Kate and Ashley found success in the fashion industry. However, the women have chosen to stay out of the limelight. Both Mary-Kate and Ashley have kept details of their personal life low-key and make an occasional appearance once in a blue moon.

Mary Kate Olsen Rocks Dressed Down Look in Mega Rare Outing
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“We were raised to be discreet people,” Mary-Kate said in a joint interview with i-D magazine published in June 2021.

Ashley added that being able to constantly work with her twin has been enjoyable.

“We like working together, and we like having that dialogue. I think it helps harden your ideas to be able to hear them out loud, to speak something through,” Ashley reflected. “You know, we definitely go by intuition and instinct and it can either confirm that feeling, or if we’re both not feeling right about something, for some reason, we just don’t do it. Our instincts are kind of the same. But I think what’s great is that we have each other to lean on.”

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Since stepping out of the public eye, Mary-Kate has spent the majority of her time in the Hamptons, Los Angeles and Europe. She has not been romantically linked to anyone following her divorce from French banker Olivier Sarkozy in April 2020. (Ashley, for her part, resides in New York with her husband, Louis Eisner, and their son, Otto, who was born in 2023.)

Mary-Kate was last spotted in public this past May. She was snapped walking in the Hamptons while donning a long black peacoat and wide-legged mauve trousers. She carried multiple bags and wore a pair of sunglasses.

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'My Oxford Year': Everything to Know About Sofia Carson's New Netflix Film

30 June 2025 at 15:37

Sofia Carson’s newest romantic film, My Oxford Year, looks like it could be the movie of the summer.

The film, based on the novel of the same name by Julia Whelan, follows the charming love story between American Oxford student Anna De La Vega (Carson) and English professor Jamie Davenport (Corey Mylchreest). The chemistry between the characters was undeniable in the trailer released in June 2025, leaving fans excited to see the book brought to life.

“Sophia has really stepped into these roles and absolutely devoured them. I adore her so much I can’t wait to see this,” one person commented after the trailer was released on YouTube.

“Sofia Carson in her Disney era was awesome. But Sofia Carson in her Netflix era is absolutely one hundred percent gold!” a second person remarked.

Us Weekly shares everything to know about the upcoming film, including the cast, premiere date and more.

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What Is ‘My Oxford Year’ About?

My Oxford Year depicts the love story of Jamie and Anna, who bond over their shared interest in poetry when she becomes a student at the school. Their romance blossoms as they discover they have similar interests, allowing their connection to flourish as she explores London.

Unfortunately, Anna tells Jamie she has to return home to New York. Unbeknownst to her, Jamie is harboring a big secret of his own — he’s dealing with a life-altering illness — that leaves the pair attempting to navigate their romance in the wake of the heartbreaking news.

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Who Is in the ‘My Oxford Year’ Cast?

Carson is no stranger to playing a romantic lead, as she previously starred in the 2022 Netflix drama Purple Hearts. In addition to starring in My Oxford Year, Carson also serves as an executive producer. She explained what went into the decision to cast Mylchreest as her love interest.

“I just thought he was so magnetic and such an exciting actor,” the actress told People in June 2025. “Before he even walked into the room, I knew he would be our Jamie. And that’s exactly what happened. As soon as he walked in and we started reading our first scene together, it was just kind of instant. We just melted into the characters, and it was always that way.”

Many Netflix users likely recognize Mylchreest from his role of King George III in the 2023 series Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story.

“Getting to meet, work, spend time, talk, joke with the cast and crew … they are absolutely crucial to why I think the film is good,” the actor told Tudum by Netflix in June 2025 of the role. “You can expect some laughs, a lot of love, maybe some sadness, a couple of surprises along the way, but [you can expect] to meet two really lovely, very human characters and all of their amazing friends and family. Get ready for a lovely journey.”

Additionally, Dougray Scott was cast as Jamie’s dad, William Davenport; Catherine McCormack was cast as his mom, Antonia Davenport; Harry Trevaldwyn will play Charlie Butler, Hugh Coles signed on to play Ridley, Poppy Gilbert was cast as Cecelia Knowles and Barney Harris landed the role of Ian.

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Netflix Released the ‘My Oxford Year’ Trailer

Fans got a glimpse of Jamie and Anna’s relationship in the trailer for My Oxford Year, released in June 2025. In the trailer, Anna joins her fellow students at orientation, where they are told that their time at Oxford is “precious” and they should “seize it.”

Anna is introduced as a new student from New York and meets Jamie, her professor. Another student calls her out for “flirting with the hot professor” on her first day of school. Jamie shows Anna around the city, and they share many passionate moments together.

The trailer then shifts in tone and becomes a bit more somber as Jamie hints at a big secret.

“I have something I really need to discuss with you,” Jamie tells Anna.

“Don’t waste the short time you have left at Oxford on me,” he advises her. “There’s no future here.”

Anna tells Jamie she doesn’t understand why he’s keeping things from her but tells him he doesn’t have to go through it alone.

“This is the messiness of life,” she says. “These are the best bits.”

When Will ‘My Oxford Year’ Premiere on Netflix?

My Oxford Year will be released on Netflix on August 1, 2025.

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Pete Davidson Spends $31K to Surprise GF Elsie Hewitt With Matching Watches

30 June 2025 at 15:16

Pete Davidson makes sure he and Elsie Hewitt are the most stylish couple.

Davidson, 31, reportedly bought himself and Hewitt, 29, matching Rolex watches while shopping at Gerald Peters Watch & Jewelry in Staten Island, New York, on Friday, June 27, per Page Six.

A dazzling Rolex Datejust 41 featuring a rose gold face, diamond details and silver band caught Davidson’s eye, which retails for $18,550. Davidson beamed while trying on matching versions of the watch with Hewitt. The Saturday Night Live alum, for his part, styled the band with a charcoal crewneck and dark baseball cap. Hewitt also opted for an off-duty look, rocking a gray sweatshirt, blue jeans and a black scrunchie in her hair.

Davidson reportedly surprised Hewitt with her matching watch, the Rolex Datejust 31 mm, which retails for $12,400. The watches set Davidson back a total of $30,900.

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This isn’t the first time the couple, who started dating in March, twinned. Last month, Hewitt shared via Instagram an adorable snap of them matching in Nike Air Jordan sneakers. In the pic, they put their feet together, showing off their exact same shoes.

Pete Davidson Spends $31K to Surprise Girlfriend Elsie Hewitt With Matching Rolex Watches
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The duo again opted to coordinate with each other in May while cheering on the New York Knicks as they defeated the Phoenix Suns at Madison Square Garden. Ahead of the game, they were seen holding hands while rocking leather jackets.

Davidson, for his part, looked his best in a black design, which he teamed with a gray Knicks sweatshirt equipped with a blue hood and light wash jeans. He completed his look with Dr. Martens boots.

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt Enjoy Courtside Date Night at Knicks Game

Just like her man, Hewitt platform Dr. Martens platform shoes, along with a black leather jacket, shiny brown pants and a white T-shirt. For glam, she donned orange eyeshadow — a.k.a. one of the Knicks’ official colors — and pink lips. She styled her brunette mane in a messy updo.

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These Clever Travel Makeup Bags Actually Hold All Your Beauty Essentials — From $6

30 June 2025 at 15:15

Packing for vacation is an art form. If you’ve ever arrived at your destination only to find your makeup brushes squished, your serum leaking or your lipstick MIA, you know your beauty bag deserves more attention. Enter the travel makeup bag glow-up. These aren’t your average pouches — they’re thoughtfully designed, cleverly compartmentalized and ready to jet-set right alongside you.

Whether you’re squeezing everything into a carry-on or sprawling out on a vanity abroad, these 17 clever cosmetic travel cases make staying organized a breeze. Think built-in brush holders, waterproof linings, expandable sections and more. They’re stylish and functional, so you can spend more time glowing and less time searching through a black hole of beauty products.

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1. Flat-Out Genius: No more digging around like you’re on a treasure hunt. This bag opens up to lay completely flat, so all your products are laid out and easy to spot.

2. Hang Time: Tiny hotel counters? No problem. This spacious bag hangs neatly behind any door or towel hook, giving you vertical storage that keeps everything visible, dry and in reach.

3. Sneaky Storage: It may look like your standard travel pouch, but a peek underneath reveals a separate compartment in this stylish bag — ideal for stashing wipes, cotton pads or makeup brushes. We love a bag with secrets!

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4. Sort Things Out: With five dedicated compartments, this under-$30 bag is basically a makeup vault that makes it so easy to organize serums, brushes and palettes.

5. Splash-Proof Chic: Spills happen, but with this water-resistant MVP, your essentials stay dry and protected. It’s stylish, spacious and made to weather the storm (or at least a leaky sunscreen bottle).

6. Brush Up: Your makeup brushes finally have a home of their own. This silicone pouch is flexible to pack and easy to clean. It keeps your tools safe from frays, spills and rogue lip gloss.

7. Vanity Goals: This clever cube stands up on its own, so you can use it like a mini vanity wherever you go. It makes touch-ups in the airport bathroom feel almost luxurious.

8. TSA Dream Team: These clear travel bags are TSA-approved, spill-resistant and come in a convenient four-pack. They’re perfect for organizing makeup, skincare and even those sneaky liquids that always cause a hold-up at security.

9. Pocket Power: With tons of pockets and compartments, this storage bag fits everything, without the chaos. From mini hair tools to full-size products, it’s like a personal assistant in bag form.

10. Mirror, Mirror: Built-in mirror? Check. Adjustable lighting? Double check. This $12 bag turns any table into a glam station, making it a must for makeup lovers who take their routine (and lighting) seriously.

11. Wide Open Wonder: This smart pouch opens wide, so you can actually find that one lip liner without dumping out the whole bag. Bonus: it’s super lightweight and easy to wipe clean.

12. Glam Station: Never again will your necklaces get tangled with your mascara. This beauty bag comes with a bonus jewelry compartment — keeping your glam and gold totally separate.

13. Cute and Clearly Labeled: These adorable pouches are labeled with fuzzy chenille letters (think: “hair,” “skin” and “face.”). They’re equal parts cute and practical, especially if you’re packing for more than one person.

14. Hooked Up: This bag features a sturdy hanging hook, so you can pop it on a towel bar or hook and access everything at once — no more unpacking your glam game piece by piece.

15. Just Cinch It: This genius bag lays flat while you load it up, then cinches shut in one pull — perfect for tossing in your suitcase without sacrificing order or speed.

16. Sturdy Yet Stylish: With a solid, structured design and tons of compartments, this bag feels luxe and durable — so your makeup doesn’t get crushed in transit. Form and function? We’re sold.

17. Double Trouble: This double-decker pouch is the beauty equivalent of packing cubes, separating skincare from makeup and then some.

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Suspect Arrested in Livestream Murder of Influencer Jesus Sarmiento: Report

30 June 2025 at 15:12

A suspect has reportedly been arrested in the murder of TikTok influencer Jesús Sarmiento, who was shot and killed while livestreaming after he denounced members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua.

Venezuelan police arrested Pierina Uribarri, who was described as the partner of the alleged gunman, Adrian Romero, Attorney General Tarek William Saab announced via Instagram on Sunday, June 30, according to CBS News.

Uribarri was charged with intentional homicide, criminal association and terrorism.

Arrest warrants have also been issued for Romero and two other alleged accomplices, Wilbert Gonzalez and Gerald Nieto, CBS News reported.

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Sarmiento, 25, was allegedly killed by two gunmen in his home in Maracay, Venezuela, on June 22 while he was in the middle of a TikTok livestream, according to multiple local news outlets. Before his death was captured on camera, a woman could be heard screaming and banging on a door. Sarmiento was also seen asking the Bolivarian National Intelligence Service for help.

After the shooting, Sarmiento could reportedly be heard saying, “They shot me, they shot me,” as blood appeared on the floor. Two armed men were reportedly visible in the livestream.

The woman, who was later identified as Sarmiento’s mother, was wounded in the abdomen, according to El País, which cited local outlets.

Suspect Arrested in Livestream Murder of Influencer
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The incident came after Sarmiento “had publicly denounced the threats he received from members of GEDOs [organized criminal groups] and alleged police officers,” the attorney general said in a June 23 Instagram post confirming that an investigation into the influencer’s death was underway.

In recent videos on his TikTok account, where he had more than 77,000 followers, Sarmiento spoke about Tren de Aragua’s leader, Hector Rusthenford Guerrero, who is one of the most wanted criminals in Venezuela. He also spoke out against extortion by corrupt law enforcement and shared photos and videos of alleged gang members.

The White House designated Tren de Aragua a “terrorist organization,” with U.S. officials calling the gang a “regime-sponsored, narco-terrorism enterprise based in Venezuela” that has committed “brutal crimes, including murders, kidnappings, extortions, and human, drug, and weapons trafficking.”

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Sarmiento’s death is the latest in a chilling string of attacks on social media personalities in recent months.

Earlier in June, 17-year-old Sana Yousaf was shot and killed in her home in Islamabad, Pakistan, by a man who had repeatedly tried to contact her via her social media. She had more than 1 million followers on TikTok. A 22-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, according to local police.

In May, 23-year-old influencer Valeria Marquez was reportedly shot and killed while livestreaming inside a beauty salon in Jalisco, Mexico. Marquez, whom authorities said was an “active presence and influence on social media,” was pronounced dead at the scene. Prosecutors opened an investigation for “femicide,” as it was presumed to be a gender-related murder.

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James Cameron Says Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' Was 'Moral Cop Out'

30 June 2025 at 15:09

After Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer broke records at the box office, James Cameron is working on a nuclear war film of his own — and he’s taking a different approach.

While discussing his plan to direct a film about the atomic bomb based on Charles Pellegrino’s upcoming book, Ghosts of Hiroshima, Cameron, 70, said he was surprised by some of Nolan’s decisions regarding scenes that were not explored in Oppenheimer.

“Yeah … it’s interesting what he stayed away from,” Cameron told Deadline on Friday, June 27, when asked if he was shocked by Oppenheimer’s global success and Oscar wins despite not touching on the stories of those who were affected by the atomic bombs. “Look, I love the filmmaking, but I did feel that it was a bit of a moral cop out.”

He continued, “Because it’s not like Oppenheimer didn’t know the effects. He’s got one brief scene in the film where we see — and I don’t like to criticize another filmmaker’s film — but there’s only one brief moment where he sees some charred bodies in the audience and then the film goes on to show how it deeply moved him. But I felt that it dodged the subject. I don’t know whether the studio or Chris felt that that was a third rail that they didn’t want to touch, but I want to go straight at the third rail. I’m just stupid that way.”

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Oppenheimer starred Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer, who assembled a team of scientists and physicists to develop an atomic bomb during World War II and conduct the Trinity test, the world’s first nuclear explosion. President Harry S. Truman called for the detonation of two bombs over the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki after the test was successful. The August 6, 1945, and August 9, 1945, bombings killed hundreds of thousands of people, including those who experienced health issues from the radiation.

After Oppenheimer’s release, Nolan, 54, was criticized for choosing not to show the impact the atomic bombs had on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. He defended the decision to focus on the life of Oppenheimer instead of the lives of those his nuclear weapons impacted.

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“The film presents Oppenheimer’s experience subjectively,” Nolan told Variety in November 2023. “It was always my intention to rigidly stick to that. Oppenheimer heard about the bombing at the same time that the rest of the world did. I wanted to show somebody who is starting to gain a clearer picture of the unintended consequences of his actions. It was as much about what I don’t show as what I show.”

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Cameron said that he will “put up” his hand to be the one who tells the story of those who were impacted by nuclear warfare.

“I’ll do it, Chris. No problem. You come to my premiere and say nice things … I can’t tell you today what’s going to be in the movie,” he said. “I’ve been making notes for 15 years and I haven’t written a word of the script yet because there’s a point where it’s all there and then you start to write. That’s how I always work. I explore around, I remember the things that impact me. I start to assemble ’em into a narrative. And then there’s a moment where you’re ready to write. And I’m not in that head space right now.”

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How Lily Phillips Is Feeling After Sex With 1113 Men in 12 Hours

30 June 2025 at 15:06

Adult content creator Lily Phillips is blowing her previous record out of the water by claiming to sleep with 1,113 men in 12 hours.

“For those of you who have followed me for quite some time now will understand that I’ve been wanting to do a certain world-record,” Phillips, 23, said in a Monday, June 30, Instagram video. “Now, I’m very happy to announce that yesterday I did just that. I did 1,113 men in 12 hours.”

Fellow creator Bonnie Blue claimed in January to have broken the world record of sleeping with 1,057 men in 12 hours — a number Phillips alleged to have beaten by 56.

Phillips noted in her video that it was going to take her “a little bit of time” to edit and upload the content, which will be shared via her Fansly. Blue just transitioned to this platform after allegedly receiving a ban from OnlyFans. (When rumors circulated about her ban, an OnlyFans spokesperson told Us Weekly that “extreme ‘challenge’ content is not available” and “is not permitted” under their acceptable use policy and terms of service.)

“Yesterday I was with 1,113 men in just 12 hours,” Phillips said in a separate Instagram video on Monday. “And today, I’m feeling surprisingly good. I mean, I do feel achy but technically I did do physical exercise for 12 hours straight so that kind of makes sense.”

Phillips initially tried her hand at the “competitive sex” trend in December 2024, when she slept with 100 men in one day. While reflecting on the experience afterward, Phillips became emotional and explained that it was more difficult than she thought it was going to be.

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“It’s not for the weak. If I’m honest, it was hard,” Phillips said in her YouTube documentary at the time. “I don’t know if I’d recommend it. Just one in and one out, it feels intense.”

She continued, “I’d have to stop them early and you’d have to stand on business [and say,] ‘I’m so sorry you got to go’ and the awkward interaction of you feeling pressure to [satisfy them]. Or if you hadn’t spent enough time with them, feeling like you didn’t give them a good time because they only got two minutes.”

Phillips noted that she had bigger plans in the works for herself. “I want to be the first person to be with 1,000 guys in one day,” Phillips told the Daily Mail in December 2024. “I’m quite excited. Obviously, it’s stressful with all the logistics and things, but it’s not daunting.”

To learn more about the serious potential risks and harms of “competitive sex” and other explicit OnlyFans content — read what doctors, mental health professionals and other experts told Us Weekly here.

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Aryna Sabalenka Praises Boyfriend for Being Her ‘Support’ System on the Road

30 June 2025 at 14:57

Tennis superstar Aryna Sabalenka admits life as a professional athlete isn’t always easy — but having her boyfriend, Georgios Frangulis, by her side creates a sense of calm amid the chaos. 

In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly, Sabalenka, 27, gushed about Frangulis, who the No. 1 women’s tennis player in the world has been dating since last year. 

“His support means so much to me,” Sabalenka, who was recently named a global ambassador for David Beckham’s supplement brand IM8 Health, told Us. “Being on the road and having him support me, to make me laugh and to be able to workout together, makes life on the road feel more like home.”

Frangulis made the trip to London with Sabalenka for this year’s Wimbledon tournament, which saw Sabalenka kick things off with a 6-1, 7-5 first round victory over Carson Branstine on Monday, June 30. 

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Last week in London, Sabalenka was introduced as an IM8 Health global ambassador with a celebratory event ahead of Wimbledon.

“Traveling is hard on most people, athletes or not,” Sabalenka explained. “The time changes, the changes in eating habits and lack of hydration makes feeling your best difficult. As an athlete this is even more important as our performance needs to be at its best and we travel often. I discovered IM8 from my trainer and it really became a game changer for me.”

Sabalenka also gushed about the opportunity to get involved with Beckham, who is a fixture at the All-England Club throughout Wimbledon. 

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“It’s so special and a dream for any athlete,” she said of the collaboration. “Beckham is an icon and having his support means so much. I’m so lucky to get to work with him on IM8. His success in sports definitely carries over into the business.”

Sabalenka, a three-time major champion, said Frangulis, the founder of superfood brand Oakberry, is a perfect fit for the inner circle she surrounds herself with while traveling. 

“My team and I like to have a lot of fun together,” Sabalenka explained. “We’re always doing crazy things and never taking ourselves too seriously.”

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She added, “Having them around me everyday is what keeps me grounded and focused, and they usually know exactly what I need to make me feel my best.”

To help get her there, Sabalenka can rely on IM8 Health, an all-in-one daily supplement made up of 92 nutrient-rich ingredients, developed by experts from Mayo Clinic and NASA.

For more information about IM8 Health, click here

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