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Russell Wilson, Ciara Celebrate 9th Anniversary: 'Partnership’ I Prayed For

6 July 2025 at 14:20

Russell Wilson and Ciara have been going strong since they first started dating in 2015.

Ahead of their July 2016 nuptials, the couple spoke candidly about their decision to remain celibate until marriage.

“We’re hanging in there. I’m not gonna lie. I’m human, so it is not easy,” Ciara, who was already the mother of son Future Jr. from her previous relationship with ex-fiancé Future, told Cosmopolitan in February 2016. “Especially when I look at him and I think he is the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen — that I’ve ever laid my eyes on, to be honest. I’m like, ‘Look the other way! Look the other way!’”

After tying the knot, Ciara and Wilson went on to welcome daughter Sienna in 2017 and son Win in 2020. Their third baby, and Ciara’s fourth child, daughter Amora was born in December 2023.

Scroll down to relive Wilson and Ciara’s sweetest relationship moments:

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The pair kept their budding romance private after being linked at NBC’s I Can Do That wrap party. “They were cozy in a booth together at the party,” an eyewitness exclusively told Us at the time, with multiple sources confirming that the duo were spending time together.

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The athlete revealed that he and Ciara were abstaining from sex until they were married. “I asked her, ‘What would you do if we took all that other stuff off the table and did it Jesus’ way, no sex?'” Wilson said during an interview at The Rock Church. “I knew God had brought me into her life to bless her and for her to bless me and to bless so many people with the impact that she has and I have. We’re not going to be perfect, by any means.”

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The singer’s rep confirmed to Us that Wilson proposed during a European getaway. “Following Paris Fashion Week, Russell surprised Ciara with a surprise holiday,” the rep told Us at the time. “She was shocked when they landed in the Seychelles at the exclusive resort North Island. The biggest surprise was that Russell proposed to his new fiancé at the romantic, private Honeymoon Beach, located on North Island.”

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Us confirmed that the “Goodies” singer and the NFL star tied the knot in England surrounded by more than 100 friends and family members including six bridesmaids. La La Anthony, Kelly Rowland and Serena Williams were all in attendance.
The newlyweds joked about their sex life one day after walking down the aisle. “So, baby, you know what we’re doing tonight,” Ciara asked her husband in a Snapchat video in July 2016, to which Wilson said, “And what we did last night, I want to do multiple times.”

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“I will forever win bc I get to come home to you every night,” Wilson wrote via Instagram alongside a kissing video with Ciara after his team, the Seattle Seahawks loss. “The love of my life. I love you. This past year has been full of so much joy & happiness. From getting Married to having our little one on the way, to your constant endless love. I couldn't be more grateful to have you in my life Mrs. Wilson. You make everyday a perfect day. #ForeverGrateful.”

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The lovebirds welcomed their first child together, daughter Sienna, nine months after getting married. “Dear Sienna Princess Wilson, No matter how big the wave, we will always be your calm in the storm,” the musician wrote via Instagram, announcing her daughter’s birth. “We Love You. Love, Mommy & Daddy.”

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“I’m grateful to God for the love he has given me, by putting you in my life,” the Texas native wrote via Instagram alongside a video of a plane pulling a custom one-year anniversary banner while on a trip to Mexico. “I have all that I need. Truly one of the best years of my life.”

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Ciara gushed over her man after he surprised her with flowers on her birthday following her performance on Bruno Mars’ 24K Magic tour. “It was the best feeling because not only was it my birthday, but since he hasn’t been able to see me on tour yet,” she exclusively told Us of the moment. “Afterwards we had date night. The night was full of love.”

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The twosome expanded their family once again in the summer of 2020 when they welcomed son Win into their lives. The duo announced his birth via Instagram.

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The “Level Up” singer and her husband revealed during a game of “Never Have I Ever” on The Ellen DeGeneres Show that they are members of the Mile High Club.

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“Always Loving. Always Caring. Always There. Every day I get to see the power of God’s love through how you love our children, and how dedicated you are to seeing them grow to be everything God’s called them to be!” the “1, 2 Step” singer wrote via Instagram honoring Wilson. “We love you so much! You are our Rock! Happy Fathers Day Baby @DangeRussWilson! ❤️.”

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The songstress and football player announced their joint R&C fragrance launch with a black-and-white photo together. “I’m grateful for the ability to build brands we love together. @ciara,” Wilson captioned the snap via Instagram. “This fragrance embodies so much of our love and the power of togetherness. We’ve got big plans for @randcfragrance. Keep watching this space. 🖤.”

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After injuring his right middle finger during the Seahawks game against the Los Angeles Rams, Wilson underwent surgery. His wife showed support via Instagram, writing, “You’re the toughest Man I know. Always dedicated and committed to do whatever it takes. I love you so much my Sweet King. Thank you Dr Shin and team for taking care of my baby #3 #RareBreed.”

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“Perfect in every way. God made you for me. He made you to fit perfectly in my arms. Made you to be the amazing woman and mother you are. God made you to entertain the world with your gift to sing & dance!” the Ohio native wrote via Instagram on Ciara’s 36th birthday. “He gifted you with the ability to Tilt the room.. when you walk in ALL the furniture slides towards you. He gifted you with the ability to smile and bring joy to ALL things! Gifted you with the ability to LOVE. Happy Birthday my Queen @Ciara Heaven sent!”

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Ciara told Entertainment Tonight that she wants to “enjoy” her “flat tummy” before welcoming another child, saying, “I look forward to the next baby when the time is right.”

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During an interview on Kevin Hart's Laugh Out Loud radio show, Wilson recalled his first interaction with his now-wife, in which she roasted his worn-down wallet. "First day we met — and we had been talking for two-and-a-half hours, hanging out — she saw the wallet, sitting on the table. She said, 'What the hell is that? You're losing with that,'" he shared. "I put my finger [up] and said, 'First of all, with me, you're never losing.'"
He continued: "'Second of all, that wallet, that shows consistency. That's what you're going to get from me. You're going to get somebody who is consistent for you every day. Inside that wallet, there's something that's real in there.'"

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The pair celebrated their five-year anniversary with an Italian getaway. While in Italy, they recreated Prince Charles and Princess Diana’s iconic photo from the same restaurant during the former couple’s 1985 visit. “You Always Make Me Feel Like A Princess,” Ciara captioned a series of snaps of her and Wilson posing as the royals.

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Wilson surprised the “Love, Sex, Magic” singer with a new dog during a Mother’s Day celebration. 
“Got a puppy! Her name is Bronco,” the Texas native said in an Instagram video showing off the new family pet. “Say hi, Bronco!”
The quarterback can be seen in the video standing beside his wife as he holds Bronco in his arms. 
“Meet... BRONCO 🐶 The kids call her Bronco Love Brownie :)," she captioned the Instagram post, "The sweetest surprise. I love you baby @DangeRussWilson. #MothersDay❤️."

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“Oh my gosh! What the heck! What are you doing here?” the “Goodies” singer exclaimed in an Instagram video after her husband snuck up on her to present her with a large floral bouquet.

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“Doing life with you has been everything I’ve hoped for, dreamt of, and more,” the Texas native captioned a sweet video of her and her NFL star husband on various idyllic vacations together in celebration of their six-year anniversary. “It’s the best feeling in the world waking up to you everyday. I’m a better woman because of you.” 
Ciara continued by wishing her “best friend” a “Happy Anniversary,” also showing clips from their romantic Chesire, England, wedding. “God is Good! Year 6. Forever to Go ❤️,” the singer concluded her post.

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"Denver's amazing," Ciara told Entertainment Tonight, referring to her family’s recent move from Seattle for Wilson’s career. "The fans have been amazing. The food is amazing. The way to my heart is good.”
The musican added: "I'm so happy. I love our home. My kids are happy in school. I love Denver — it's pretty amazing.”

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Ciara announced that she is pregnant with the couple’s third child together, her fourth. “You look at me like that again, we make another kid,” she wrote via Instagram, quoting a lyric from her song “How We Roll” alongside a video showing her baby bump. “You my heart I’m your rib.” In his own Instagram post, Wilson added, “That’s just ‘How We Roll.’” 

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Wilson gushed about his wife in a sweet birthday tribute. 
“Happy Birthday to my Queen, @ciara ❤️. You truly are Heaven sent, the perfect mother to our children, and God’s blessing to me as we get to do life together as Husband & Wife,” he wrote via Instagram. 
Wilson continued: “I’m so grateful that God put you into my life and we’ve been able to create an amazing (growing) family. … I Thank Jesus for you every day! I Love You Mrs. Wilson.” 

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 The twosome announced that they had welcomed their third baby.
“Amora Princess Wilson,” they captioned a photo of their newborn daughter. “9lbs 1oz. We Love You so much!”

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"When I asked her to marry me, once she said yes, I said, 'Before we go do this, can we pray? I want to make sure we always put God at the center of it all,'" Wilson recalled during an interview with Essence. "And so I think the thing that hopefully exudes from our love is that, listen, love is never perfect. But we continue to try to put God first and pray over each other. We have these four beautiful children that we get to raise every day and it's the greatest gift in the world."

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Wilson paid tribute to Ciara on their 9th wedding anniversary, sharing a series of clips of the couple through the years. “From the moment I met you, I knew God was showing me the way. Every day since has been a reflection of His grace — full of love, laughter, purpose, and the kind of partnership I used to pray for. Happy Anniversary, my queen @ciara,” he wrote via Instagram at the time. “You light up my life in ways words can’t explain. Here’s to the journey we’ve walked…and the one we’re still writing together. I love you, endlessly. ❤️.”

Brooks Nader’s Most Relatable Moments: Normalizing Period Stains and More

6 July 2025 at 14:00

Brooks Nader has proved time and time again that she’s just like Us.

After being eliminated from Dancing With the Stars season 33, Nader reunited with former partner and ex Gleb Savchenko while he was on the road for the show’s live tour — and got candid about the logistics of fitting two people in a twin bed. (Us Weekly confirmed in April 2025 that Nader and Savchenko had called it quits on their whirlwind romance.)

“He was so funny because we were in the one twin bunk or whatever on the bus and he, the night before, was like, ‘I’ve been practicing how I’m going to sleep with my arms up like a sliver just so that you could have room,’” she told People in February 2025. “And he slept on the edge so that I didn’t fall off. What a gentleman. Chivalry. Get you a man who sleeps on the edge of the tour bus bed.”

Later that year, Nader suffered a wardrobe malfunction at Wimbledon when she unexpectedly started her period while wearing a long white skirt. Nader shared a TikTok video at the time of her wearing a cap-sleeve black blouse with the skirt, spinning around to show a small blood stain. “Tries to be chic,” Nader wrote at the time. “Starts 🩸 at Wimbledon.” She added in her caption, “Of course 🎾 #wimbledon.”

Scroll down to see more of Nader’s most relatable moments:

Surviving an Embarrassing 1st Date

Nader opened up about her first date with Billy Haire, whom she ultimately married in 2019, at a restaurant in New York City. (Us confirmed in 2024 that the pair had separated.)

“I ate like my first bite of sushi — he already had everything ordered—and I sprinted to the bathroom and I was projectile vomiting everywhere,” she said to Sports Illustrated Lifestyle in November 2022. “Because I got really sick, I had a stomach disease that I didn’t know about.”

Nader continued, “The waitress went back to the table and said, ‘Your date’s in the bathroom having a really rough time.’ Didn’t specify throw up or what it was. Then I sprinted out of the date and he thought that I just didn’t like him, and that was my way of getting out of it. But I did like him at the time, and I do now. There were many dates after that — he was totally hooked after I sprinted out throwing up.”

Navigating Life After Divorce

Nader shared that she repurposed her engagement ring after being spotted wearing the jewelry on her finger.

“This is my divorce ring,” she told People in December 2024. “A 9-carat offset pear on a simple gold band — that I designed with my longtime jeweler, Ring Concierge. Why should guys have all the fun? It’s my way of celebrating the next chapter of my life. Women deserve to buy themselves something fabulous just because, so why not a sick divorce ring?!”

Sleeping in Bunk Beds

Model Brooks Nader’s Most Relatable Moments: From Normalizing Period Stains to Sister Squabbles
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While visiting Savchenko on tour, Nader revealed that her sisters “made so much fun” of her.

“They were like, ‘You have things to do. You have shoots. What are you doing sleeping in a bunk?’ And I did. I slept in the bunk with them for one night on the road. I wanted to be a road dog for a night. And I went to one of the shows and it was so much fun,” she told People in February 2025. “I’ve always wanted to sleep on a tour bus for a night, and we fit great in that bunk. It was so cozy!”

Suffering Sister Squabbles

She publicly got into it with her sister when Grace Ann revealed on a May 2025 episode of the “Chicks in the Office” podcast that Nader and Savchenko would frequently have sex on the Dancing With the Stars set.

“Every time I visited Brooks’ trailer — [it] was shaking every single time,” Grace Ann said at the time. “I never wanted to go in there. I was always knocking. He was always at our house, it was just a lot. So, I think it was very real.”

In the aftermath of that reveal, Nader quipped to Us that she hadn’t spoken to her sister since the interview.

“I don’t plan to speak to her ever again, maybe. Although, it’s hard because we’re filming a show together. Lemme check back in with you in a few weeks and tell you how that’s going,” she said, referring to the sisters’ Love Thy Nader Hulu show. “That was crazy. She’s in trouble [and] she’s in the dog house — big time.”

Normalizing Period Stains

Model Brooks Nader’s Most Relatable Moments: From Normalizing Period Stains to Sister Squabbles
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As Nader displayed her small blood stain on her long white skirt at Wimbledon in July 2025, her followers praised her candidness. When one user joked that the incident happened “the one time” she chose to wear “something non-sheer and maxi,” Nader replied, “LITERALLY. Back to sheer.”

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Justin Bieber Is All Smiles With Son Jack in New Video

6 July 2025 at 13:03

Things seem to be looking up for Justin Bieber!

On Sunday, July 6, the singer shared a sweet black and white video of himself playing with his son, Jack Blues. In the post, Justin smiles and caresses his son as Jack Blues rolls around on the floor.

Though the baby’s face wasn’t visible in the social media upload, it’s clear that Justin is incredibly happy in the footage.

The post was welcomed news for fans of the singer, 31, amid reports that Justin’s recent erratic online behavior has caused “tension” in his marriage with his wife, Hailey Bieber.

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After Justin posted a series of concerning videos and photos on Instagram, a source close to the couple exclusively told Us Weekly that, “Things aren’t great right now.” According to the insider, Justin’s behavior has caused “a lot of stress” for Hailey, 28.

Things were compounded by the fact that Hailey recently sold her company Rhode for $1 billion — a monumental move the couple have reportedly not properly celebrated. “Family issues have clouded her success,” the source added. A second person also told Us, “Justin’s going through a difficult time, and Hailey is giving him room to get himself back on track. He’s doing his best, but it’s tough.”

Justin’s posts have ranged from hints at alleged drug use and anger problems (in March he wrote, “I hate myself sometimes when I feel myself start to become inauthentic”) to issues with photographers, such as when he told a group, “You don’t get to disrespect me and get away with it” in June.

And though Hailey and Justin are still together, the tension has been a lot for her to bear. The first source explained, “Justin’s been a hard person to deal with recently because of what he’s going through. Hailey is the stable parent and the one keeping their family together. It’s been really hard on her.”

Her husband’s apparent downs have taken a toll on how Hailey operates. “Things have been very tense in the last month. Hailey’s worried about Justin, especially with a [baby at home]. He hasn’t been down like this in quite some time, so there’s concern,” the source added.

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But both sources also affirmed that Hailey and Justin will make it through the tough times they’ve been battling, something the video he shared Sunday appears to affirm.

“Faith is a big part of their life,” the source explained. “They believe they are soulmates and meant for each other.”

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Okay Baby’s Grandpa Explains Why He Wrote Song in 2-Year-Old’s Honor

6 July 2025 at 12:54

Glen Norris is breaking down the lyrics behind a song he wrote in honor of his late grandson Preston Ordone, known as “Okay Baby” online, after his death at age 2.

“After finding out my grandson Preston passed, I found myself questioning how this could happen,” Norris wrote over a TikTok video on Saturday, July 5. “In the midst of my grief, God gave me the words for this song. If we had it our way … you’d still be here with us. But we thank God for giving us the opportunity to meet again in heaven.”

While the video played several clips of Preston through the years, lyrics from the track ran over the clip: “Now that he’s home, he’s probably dancing around your thrown [sic]. And I can almost hear him say … ‘OK.’”

Norris captioned the post, “A lot of you have asked and the song is out now on all platforms. Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube music, ETC! Okay by Glen Norris.”

TikTok Star Okay Baby’s Grandfather Writes a Song After 2-Year-Old's Death

News broke in April that Preston died in a single-vehicle car crash while with his parents, Katelynn and Jaelan Ordone. His parents survived, while Preston’s 7-year-old sister, Paisley, was at school at the time.

The Louisiana State Police shared at the time that an investigation was underway, including a routine toxicology test of the driver. Authorities claimed that the driver and front passenger of the vehicle were both “properly restrained,” while Preston was “seated in the rear” and “improperly restrained in a child safety seat.” Norris, for his part, disputed the claims.

The next month, Us Weekly confirmed that the toddler died from “blunt force injuries due to a motor vehicle crash.” Preston’s death was ruled accidental, the St. Tammany Parish coroner’s office shared at the time.

Days later, Katelynn shared that she and Jaelan have “no memory” of the accident. Katelynn also alleged that the couple hired an “independent accident reconstruction expert” to review the incident.

“According to the vehicle’s black box data, the vehicle was traveling at 70 mph before decelerating and making a right turn, impacting at approximately 60 mph,” Katelynn wrote via Instagram in May. “Preston was properly secured in a two-piece, 360-degree car seat positioned behind the passenger seat.”

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She continued, “He was removed from the vehicle still securely fastened and brought to the side of the road by bystanders — this occurred before any emergency vehicle arrived at the scene. Witnesses shared that it appeared to take at least 15 minutes for first responders to arrive, at which point Preston was still secured in his car seat and handed over to them.”

Katelynn claimed that the report confirmed that the car seat base “was properly installed and belted in,” however, the pair have since learned of a different issue.

“There appears to have been an issue with how the seat attached to the base: the locking pins were stuck in the engaged position, which may have prevented the seat from fully securing to the base,” Katelynn said. “After learning this, we further researched this particular car seat and discovered the issue has been reported by others as well.”

Katelynn noted that the cause of the accident is “believed to have been the result of a medical emergency, which is consistent with the vehicle’s deceleration and steering behavior.”

“We deeply appreciate the continued prayers and support as we navigate this unbearable tragedy,” she concluded. “We are grateful for the continued prayers. Our only source of strength right now is our faith and the hope we have in God. We can’t imagine walking through this without the assurance of eternal life and then peace that comes from knowing this truth.”

Later that month, Katelynn shared that her dad wrote a “beautiful song” for Preston. She added, “We miss you every second of every day. #prestonforever #okaybaby.”

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What to Know About Penn Badgley and Meghann Fahy’s ‘You Deserve Each Other'

6 July 2025 at 12:25

Penn Badgley and Meghann Fahy will bring Sarah Hogle’s bestselling romance novel You Deserve Each Other to life on the big screen.

Hogle’s debut novel, You Deserve Each Other, was published in April 2020. The lovers-to-enemies-to-lovers romance follows Naomi Westfield and Nicholas “Nick” Rose in the lead-up to their wedding. The catch? Neither wants to get married — but they don’t want to get stuck paying the bill for the canceled nuptials either.

You Deserve Each Other was adapted for the silver screen in 2025, with Badgley and Fahy being cast as Nick and Naomi, respectively.

Keep scrolling to learn more about You Deserve Each Other:

Who Is Starring in ‘You Deserve Each Other’?

Badgley and Fahy are the only actors whose casting has been formally announced thus far.

Who Wrote the ‘You Deserve Each Other’ Script?

Brett Haley and Marc Basch wrote an early draft, which Marc Silverstein and Abby Kohn (Never Been Kissed, He’s Just Not That Into You) revised. Silverstein and Kohn will also co-direct the film.

Are Penn Badgley and Meghann Fahy Feuding? Breaking Down Their Posts

What Is Sarah Hogle’s Novel About?

The book charts Naomi and Nick’s journey to the altar as they each pull off elaborate schemes and pranks in an attempt to get the other to call off the nuptials first. Of course, in true romantic-comedy fashion, the duo might just remember why they fell in love along the way.

Has Filming Started?

Badgley and Fahy were spotted on set in New York City in July 2025. (The book is notably set in the Midwest, so it is currently unclear how the cityscape could tweak the story line.)

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What Have Penn Badgley and Meghann Fahy Said About Each Other?

To tease the film, Badgley and Fahy went viral in summer 2025 with a series of playful social media banter.

“So I don’t usually do this, but my wife [Domino Kirke] and I just finished Sirens. OK Sirens, want to give her her flowers,” he said in an Instagram Reel. “Now obviously there’s Julianne, there’s Kevin, there’s Milly, but this Meghann Fahy. This newcomer, this refreshing gawky beauty, love it, love you.”

Fahy replied, “Penn! This is so kind. Thank you. Tell Domino I say hi. And that her taste is flawless.”

Badgley’s “newcomer” line was seemingly in reference to Fahy’s cameo on an episode of his Gossip Girl series. Since playing an assistant to a rival of Chuck Bass (Ed Westwick), Fahy has gone on to star in the likes of The Bold Type, The White Lotus and Drop.

Is There a Premiere Date for ‘You Deserve Each Other’?

A release date has yet to be announced.

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Mel C Says She’s ‘Gutted’ to Miss Mel B’s Wedding to Rory McPhee

6 July 2025 at 11:43

Former Spice Girl Mel C is making sure Mel B and Rory McPhee feel the love on their wedding day — even though she personally had to miss out.

“So so happy for you both and beyond gutted I couldn’t be there,” Mel C, 51, wrote via her Instagram Story on Saturday, July 5. “Excited to celebrate with you really soon! Yippee!”

Mel C reposted Mel B and McPhee’s joint Instagram post, where they smiled on their wedding day at London’s St. Paul’s Cathedral while looking at each other. “❤ 05.07.25,” the couple captioned the upload on Saturday.

McPhee got down on one knee and proposed to Mel B while vacationing together in Berkshire, U.K. in 2022. The pair had been together for three years.

Spice Girls' Mel C Says She's 'Absolutely Gutted' She Missed Mel B's Wedding to Rory McPhee
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“He said, ‘I love you, you’re my best friend and I want to spend the rest of my life with you,’” she recalled on an episode of U.K. talk show Gogglebox at the time. “There were rose petals everywhere, a log fire, a hotel — which was [luxury hotel] Cliveden. It was very romantic. I love flowers.”

Mel B was initially married to Jimmy Gulzar, with whom she shares daughter Phoenix, from 1998 to 2000. She later dated Eddie Murphy, welcoming daughter Angel in 2007 after their split. Mel B moved on with Stephen Belafonte in 2007, welcoming daughter Madison in 2011. The pair split in 2016, with their divorce finalized the following year.

While reflecting on her romance with McPhee, Mel B later told Us Weekly that her longtime love helped her believe in love “again” after her two previous marriages.

Mel B Marries Rory McPhee in Elegant Ceremony at St. Paul's Cathedral

“Leaving that 10-year relationship, I was not looking to be in another. I was all about my kids, making sure they [were] OK and on their healing journey,” she exclusively told Us in May. “Rory, a lovely family friend, is a hairdresser, so he was nurturing my curls back. When I left my ex, I cut my hair off and dyed it blonde. I wanted to get rid of anything that made me think of [the relationship].”

She continued, “So I’m like, ‘Can you come and help me?’ As [Rory] was nurturing my curls, he was nurturing my belief in love again and trust — which is a huge thing for me because the person I loved and trusted turned out to be the worst mistake I ever made. Up until two years ago, I was like, ‘You can find somebody else. I’m too broken.’ Rory goes, ‘Melanie, I’m not going anywhere. Because I absolutely love you.’”

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Mel B and Husband Rory McPhee's Relationship Timeline

6 July 2025 at 11:29

Melanie “Mel B” Brown and her husband, Rory McPhee, started out as friends before their romance blossomed.

“Leaving that 10-year relationship, I was not looking to be in another. I was all about my kids, making sure they [were] OK and on their healing journey,” Brown exclusively told Us Weekly in a May 2025 cover story. “Rory, a lovely family friend, is a hairdresser, so he was nurturing my curls back. When I left my ex, I cut my hair off and dyed it blonde. I wanted to get rid of anything that made me think of [the relationship].”

According to the former Spice Girl, McPhee nurtured both her natural curls and her “belief in love again.”

“Up until two years ago, I was like, ‘You can find somebody else. I’m too broken,” Brown told Us. “Rory goes, ‘Melanie, I’m not going anywhere. Because I absolutely love you.’”

Brown, who tied the knot with the hairstylist in July 2025, has been married twice before. She was married to Jimmy Gulzar from 1998 to 2000 and Stephen Belafonte from 2007 to 2017. (Mel shares daughter Phoenix with Gulzar, daughter Angel with Eddie Murphy and daughter Madison with Belafonte.)

Keep scrolling for Brown and McPhee’s full relationship timeline:

2019

Once Brown started dating McPhee, she realized how “special” he is.

“He’s a very confident man, and that, to me, is a man,” Brown gushed to Us in 2025. “He makes me feel so safe — I didn’t realize how unsafe I felt because that became normal to me. Whereas now I have to pinch myself and go, ‘You are so kind. Are you still going to be kind? Can I marry you? Can I trust my own instincts?’ And you can.”

2022

After three years of dating, McPhee popped the question during a vacation in Berkshire, England.

“There were rose petals everywhere, a log fire, a hotel — which was [the luxury hotel] Cliveden,” Brown recalled on an October episode of Gogglebox. “It was very romantic. I love flowers.”

She added, “He said, ‘I love you, you’re my best friend and I want to spend the rest of my life with you.’”

April 2024

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McPhee accompanied Brown to her former Spice Girls bandmate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday party in London. While Brown sizzled in a red gown, McPhee opted for a classic tuxedo.

May 2025

To celebrate Brown’s own 50th birthday, McPhee shared a gushing social media tribute.

“50 my love never looked finer. Sooo many exciting things this year, but today is all about you,” he wrote. “Happy birthday. I love you soooo much.”

July 2025

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Brown and McPhee got married on July 6 at St Paul’s Cathedral in London.

“MARRIED ❤❤❤,” they captioned a joint Instagram photo from the ceremony.

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Kim Kardashian Honors Heavenly Birthday of 'Lifer' Friend Lindz

6 July 2025 at 11:16

Kim Kardashian is remembering her late friend, Lindsay May.

On Sunday, July 6, Kardashian shared a series of photos in honor of May, who died from cancer in November 2024.

“It was just your birthday and I know you never liked to make a big deal of it, but Happy Heavenly Birthday, Lindz,” Kardashian wrote via Instagram, alongside a series o photos that showed herself and her friend group at a lake. “I waited months to post this, mostly because I couldn’t find the right words. Nothing really captures how quiet and empty our lifers chat feels without you in it. I know you’d probably roll your eyes at me posting anything — especially since you didn’t really even have social media — but I couldn’t go through this lake trip without feeling you everywhere, and I needed to share it.”

“The lake was your happy place. It made you feel lighter, healthier… you were you,” she continued. “It’ll always be our favorite lifers tradition because it’s where we spend time with all of our kids being together and get real time with each other without any outside noise. We felt your absence this year in every sunset, every laugh, every quiet moment.”

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“Looking back at these pictures from a year ago, I feel so grateful for all the memories we made. We miss you so f–king much, Lindz. Our world is not the same without you. I guess that’s why I hold onto this lake tradition so tightly. We’ll always have the lake — and in that, we’ll always have a piece of you,” Kardashian concluded.

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Kardashian confirmed May’s death on June 17 via her Instagram Story, as reported by E! News at the time. The pair’s mutual friend Simone Harouche offered her own tribute to May in January.

“My world stopped on Nov 2nd. you took a little of me with you, but thank God I took some of you,” Harouche wrote via Instagram. “A beautiful sunset took on a whole new meaning. Reminisced a lot and the 90s were f–king fun. went on some beautiful adventures. had a lot of family time. I said yes to more. I experienced what it means when people talk about the power of community (very cliche, but very true).”

“Felt like I was in a daze a lot of the time, but also felt grateful for every second of this life (another cliché, but also very true). You are always with me. I feel you all the time,” Harouche added.

Kardashian’s close-knit friend group also includes Allison Statter, Sarah Meyer Michaelson, Ashley Kassan and Zoe Winkler.

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Kelly Osbourne’s Ups and Downs Through the Years

6 July 2025 at 11:15

Over the years, Kelly Osbourne has shared her struggles and successes surrounding her sobriety, weight loss and other personal moments.

“I got sober,” the former Fashion Police host exclusively told Us Weekly in May 2021. “I replaced drugs and alcohol with food, my body metabolized differently. Once I got sober and I gained weight uncontrollably, it was insane. [People] kept telling me, ‘You should do the [gastric sleeve] surgery.’ I was so against it. … I thought the surgery was a cop-out and that it was like cheating. That couldn’t be further from the truth. What the surgery did was give me a fighting chance.”

The Masked Singer alum previously revealed in August 2020 that she had lost 85 pounds after having the procedure two years earlier.

“I lost, like, I want to say 35 pounds, 40 pounds, and then I stopped losing weight,” she told Us. “I just stopped because I didn’t listen to what they said. I just thought it was going to be a quick fix. I’d be done. I’d be skinny. [I thought I] didn’t have to work out or do anything. I could not have been more wrong. You have to do every single thing that they tell you to do when you do the surgery, or it doesn’t work.”

Along with her wellness journey, Osbourne also struggled with addiction and her sobriety. After several years of being clean, she later relapsed while in quarantine throughout the coronavirus pandemic, which began in early 2020. She revealed in October 2021 that she was sober again.

Scroll below to see the Osbourne’s ups and downs throughout the years:

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After her 2009 stint on Dancing With the Stars, Osbourne lost nearly 20 pounds thanks to the daily cardio sessions and a change to her diet.
"I was called fat and ugly in the press almost my entire life," she recalled to Shape magazine one year later of her weight loss journey. "I understand that being judged by others comes with the territory, but it broke my heart and ruined my self-esteem. It sets you up to hate yourself in a huge way. I was so angry about the things people said about me.”
 When the ABC competition had ended, she later struggled with her weight and workout motivation, telling the magazine, “I didn't like it one bit. I thought, 'Kelly, you've come this far, let's see what you can really do!’ I would look at myself and think, ‘Ugh!' To get to the gym, when you already don't like yourself, is really hard."

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The reality TV alum opened up being diagnosed with Lyme disease in her 2018 memoir, There Is No F—king Secret. She wrote at the time, “The doctors kept changing my prescription, trying to get the dosage right, and it turned me into a zombie. You know in movies where a mental patient sits in a rocking chair in a cardigan and nightgown and stares at a wall all day? That was me.”
After her initial diagnosis, she underwent stem cell therapy treatment, writing, “I’ve kept quiet about my Lyme disease, not only for fear of pharmaceutical companies coming after me because of the cure I found in Germany but also because it seems like the trendy disease to have right now, and I’m tired of seeing sad celebrities play the victim on the cover of weekly mags. Since I know firsthand how awfully debilitating it is, I know who really has it and who is just trying to prolong their 15 minutes. I don’t understand how anyone could think that the life you have to live with Lyme disease is glamorous.”

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While marking one year of sobriety, Osbourne thanked her family for their support, sharing via Instagram, “I have spend the past year truly working on my mind body and soul! I had to take a step out of the public eye away from work and give myself a chance to heal and figure out who the fuck I really am without a camera in my face. … Thank you to my Mum and Dad for never giving up on me. I love my family with all my heart. Thank you to the friends who have walked the path of sobriety with me I could not have done this with out there love and support. I can’t believe It’s been a year!!! I still don’t know who the f—k I am or what the f—k I want but I can whole heartedly confess that I’m finally at peace with myself and truly starting to understand what true happiness is. I’m sorry if I let anyone down it was just time for me to work on me!”

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Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne’s daughter opened up about undergoing gastric sleeve surgery two years prior.
“I had really bad TMJ. One of the things they did to stop it was they gave me injections in my jaw. It kinda made my jaw look skinnier. That’s when people started to notice that I had really lost weight because it changed the shape of everything,”  Kelly said during an episode of the “Hollywood Raw with Dax Holt and Adam Glyn” podcast at the time. “I found out It’s called buckle fat. It changed everything on my face! How the f–k did I not know about this sooner?”
 
She continued, “I don’t give a f–k what anyone has to say. I did it, I’m proud of it, they can suck s–t. I did the gastric sleeve. All it does is change the shape of your stomach. I got that almost two years ago. I will never, ever, ever lie about it ever. It is the best thing I have ever done.”

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The England native showed her impressive weight loss while celebrating her birthday. Months earlier, she shared a selfie of her weight loss progress, writing, “Today I’m feeling #Gucci.” At the time, a friend commented that she “lost a lot of weight,” to which Kelly replied, “That’s right mamma Mai I lost 85lbs since I last saw you. Can you believe it?”

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After nearly four years sober, the TV host relapsed amid the coronavirus pandemic. “This is a little hard for me to talk about, but I’ve always promised you that I will always be honest with you about where I’m at and what’s going on in my road to recovery,” she explained via her Instagram Story. “I relapsed. Not proud of it. But I am back on track.”

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During a Red Table Talk appearance, the designer opened about her addiction struggles, telling the hosts, “I had a really bad case of tonsillitis. They ended up having to give me some crazy surgery and then after that they gave me Vicodin and that was all I needed. I went from having every voice in my head being like, ‘You’re fat, you’re ugly, you’re not good enough, no one likes you, you don’t deserve this, people only like you for who your parents are,’ then all of a sudden every single voice was silent. It felt like life gave me a hug.”

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“Today marks my 37th birthday and I’m 5 months sober!!! I am filled with so much gratitude it’s almost overwhelming! 💜,” she captioned a birthday selfie via Instagram.

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Osbourne announced that she was expecting her first child via Instagram, sharing sonogram photos. She captioned her post: “I know that I have been very quiet these past few months so I thought I would share with you all as to why… I am over the moon to announce that I am going to be a Mumma. To say that I am happy does not quite cut it. I am ecstatic!”

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Weeks after Kelly announced she is expecting her first child, she opened up about her latest sobriety milestone.
“What a difference a year can make! If you would have told me 365 days ago that I would be sober, happy, and about to be a mumma I would have laughed in your face,” Kelly wrote via Instagram, revealing she has been sober for one year. “Life is truly amazing when you do the work. Thank you to everyone that has supported me on this journey. I love you all so much!!!!!!!”
She gave birth to son Sidney the following November.

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Osbourne's boyfriend, Wilson, proposed backstage at her dad's last Black Sabbath concert.
"Kelly, you know I love you more than anything in the world,” Wilson said at the time. “Nothing would make me happier than spending the rest of my life with you. In front of your family and all of our friends, Kelly, will you marry me?”

Kelly Osbourne's Partner Sid Wilson Proposes at Her Dad's Final Concert

6 July 2025 at 11:08

Kelly Osbourne and her longtime partner, Sid Wilson, are engaged!

“Oh, and this happened yesterday!” Kelly, 40, captioned Sunday, July 6, Instagram footage from her dad Ozzy Osbourne’s Black Sabbath concert the day before.

In the clip, Kelly joined Ozzy, 76, and mom Sharon Osbourne backstage at the Birmingham, England, venue when Wilson, 48, got down on one knee.

“Kelly, you know I love you more than anything in the world,” Wilson said. “Nothing would make me happier than spending the rest of my life with you. In front of your family and all of our friends, Kelly, will you marry me?”

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Kelly put her hands in front of her face before nodding “yes.” Wilson also turned to show off the diamond ring to Ozzy.

Kelly and Wilson have been together since February 2022, welcoming son Sidney the following November.

“I truly believe my baby saved me and made me a whole human,” Kelly said in her Us Weekly cover story published in October 2024. “I don’t think I knew what love was before having a baby.”

She added, “I don’t remember life before having the baby because everything has changed. I didn’t realize just how powerful the feeling of love was [going to be] when you have the baby. It’s the most … addictive feeling I have ever felt. You realize in that one second, ‘You’ve given me purpose like nothing has ever given me before.’ I don’t think I had purpose.”

At the time, Kelly also gushed to Us that the Slipknot performer was The One.

“I found my guy. We don’t need the certificate, but I know Sid really wants to get married, so we will get married,” she said. “It’s not as important to me. I’ve worn so many beautiful dresses and had so many moments that have been just about me, so that whole idea of a big day isn’t as important to me.”

Kelly Osbourne’s Ups and Downs Through the Years

Kelly further joked that “never in a million f***ing years” did she believe she would “end up with a rock star partner” like her dad.

“But, I did,” she quipped. “We’ve known each other for 25 years.”

Kelly, who proclaimed to Us that she “definitely” wants to have more children down the line, had attended her dad’s musical farewell on Saturday.

“I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you,” Kelly said in an Instagram Story video earlier on Sunday. “Thank you to everyone who came to the show last night, [and] thank you to everybody who was involved in the show last night. You have no idea what it did for my dad.”

Ozzy confirmed his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis in 2020.

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17 Slimming Summer Sundresses That Easily Double as Beach Cover-Ups

6 July 2025 at 11:00

Summer plans can shift on a dime — this is why it’s crucial to have figure-flattering dresses that can do it all. Whether your beach day turns into a sunset dinner or you need to run errands after a pool date, breezy styles you can easily toss over your swimsuit are a last-minute lifesaver. Even better? Every pick on our list is wallet-friendly and ready to pack for your next getaway.

From stunning strapless styles to flowy floral finds, these summer sundresses flatter the curves in all the right places. Plus, they feel so airy in the summer heat. Whether you’re sipping a cocktail poolside, strolling on the boardwalk or meeting friends for lunch, these options work overtime to also double as swimsuit cover-ups. Keep scrolling to shop our 17 favorite Amazon picks that start at just $10.

17 Slimming Summer Sundresses That Double as Beach Cover-Ups 

Vacation Packing Must-Haves

1. Our Favorite: Out of our whole list, this strapless floral option has got to be our favorite dress-meets-cover up for its comfort, cute print and easy-to-throw-on design.

2. Floral Favorite: Perfect for an evening of patio drinks, this yellow floral mini can be thrown on with some espadrille sandals, a woven crossbody and cute jewelry.

3. Subtly Slimming: Though it has a loose-fit design, this printed mini dress still has an hourglass shape.

4. European-Inspired: Channel European fashion vibes with this Greek-style mini dress that would look so chic with a white swimsuit.

5. Breezy Beauty: Stay cool and comfy in this breezy shirt dress that’s made of 100% cotton.

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6. Our Favorite: This bestselling floral sundress is made for coffee dates in the morning and pool days in the afternoon.

7. Must-Have Maxi: We love how versatile this comfy maxi dress is. It can easily go from being worn with flip-flops at the pool to heels on date night.

8. Has Pockets: Not only can this short-sleeve mini dress double as a cover-up, it also acts as a purse — kind of. The dress has pockets to carry the necessities like your phone and keys.

9. Loose and Airy: Feel the summer breeze in this airy tiered midi dress that can be thrown over a swimsuit for an afternoon of sightseeing.

10. Belted Beauty: After a long day spent in the sun, this comfy T-shirt dress is the only thing you’ll want to grab for.

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11. Our Favorite: Go from a sunset stroll to a fancy dinner in this stunning halterneck dress that gathers at the waist for a tummy-slimming effect.

12. Body-Skimming: Show off your curves in this floral wrap dress that skims over all of the right places.

13. Deal Alert: Hurry! This pretty polka dot dress is now shockingly on a major sale — now 40% off.

14. Classic LBD: If you’re looking for a style you can pair with your whole closet, opt for this mini black sundress that also has secret pockets.

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15. Our Favorite: Go from an afternoon at the pool to a sunset date night with this loose beach maxi dress. It can be styled with a beach hat, strappy sandals and cute crossbody.

16. Sporty Chic: Thanks to its drawstring closure, this sporty-mini dress makes the waistline appear slimmer.

17. Shopper Favorite: You won’t be embarrassed to walk through Target post-pool in this chic button-up dress that channels effortless rich mom energy.

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Bindi Irwin Shares Sweet Pic Daughter Took of Her and Husband Chandler

6 July 2025 at 10:56

Bindi Irwin is celebrating a milestone moment for her and husband Chandler Powell’s daughter, Grace.

“This is the first photo Grace has ever taken of us. 🥹 She asked me if she could take a photo on my phone, looked at it, and said, ‘cuuute,’” Irwin, 26, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, July 5. “Everything about these few minutes in time makes my heart happy. It’s the little moments that really mean the most.”

In the image, Irwin was all smiles as she cuddled up next to Powell, 28, while they sat on a swing outside.

Irwin and Powell, who tied the knot in 2020, welcomed daughter Grace the next year. After Grace’s arrival, Bindi noted that the little one’s name honors several family members — including late dad Steve Irwin. (The Australian wildlife expert died unexpectedly in 2006 after being injured by a stingray.)

“Grace is named after my great-grandmother, and relatives in Chandler’s family dating back to the 1700s,” she via Instagram at the time. “Her middle names, Warrior Irwin, are a tribute to my dad, and his legacy as the most incredible Wildlife Warrior. Her last name is Powell, and she already has such a kind soul just like her dad. There are no words to describe the infinite amount of love in our hearts for our sweet baby girl. She chose the perfect day to be born and we feel tremendously blessed.”

As Grace has gotten older, Bindi quipped that her daughter is the one to run the show at the zoo.

“She is so much fun,” Bindi exclusively told Us Weekly in 2024. “Honestly, she’s the one that runs Australia Zoo at this point — 100 percent. She’s like, ‘I run this zoo and I will take care of everyone,’ but she’s 3.”

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Bindi shared that she’s finding a way to pay tribute to Steve and make sure Grace knows her grandfather.

“He’s not here, and it’s so hard not having him around to be able to run around with Grace,” Bindi said of her dad. “Because I know if he was still alive today, we would never see Grace. He would just take her and be like, ‘Let’s go climb the mountain and climb the street and go see these animals.’ But being able to show her documentaries is so incredibly special because she’s all in. As soon as we turn on Dad, knows who he is and she starts doing her imitations. So I’ll say, ‘Crikey.’ And she’ll be yelling, ‘Crikey,’ through the living room and It’s really sweet.”

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Love Island USA's Austin 'Sincerely' Apologizes After Racism Allegations

6 July 2025 at 10:23

Love Island USA star Austin Shepard is clarifying his recent social media activity since leaving the villa.

“I want to take a moment to address my recent repost that has caused offense to some of you,” Austin, 26, wrote via his Instagram Stories on Saturday, July 5. “As you all know, I have a very dry sense of humor, and I genuinely didn’t think before sharing that content.”

He added, It was never my intention to hurt or upset anyone. I value and respect all individuals and their perspectives.”

Since being dumped from the villa, Austin sparked backlash when he shared an allegedly racist post on his social media account. (The post has since been deleted.)

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“I recognize that my choice of content did not resonate well with everyone, and for that, I sincerely apologize,” he added on Saturday. “I’m committed to learning from this experience and to being more mindful in the future. Thank you for your understanding and for holding me accountable.”

Austin concluded, “Love you all [and] thank you so much for an incredible experience.”

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Austin was one of the original Islanders on season 7 of Love Island USA. He was dumped earlier this week alongside fellow contestants Andreina Santos, TJ Palma, Gracyn Blackmore and Jaden Duggar.

After getting his phone back, Austin completed a Q&A on his Instagram Stories on Friday, July 4, where he responded to one question wondering whether he was a “racist bigot.”

“I’m going to give this attention only one time because this is, like, crazy,” Austin said in the video. “Are you f***ing dumb? Like, honestly, are you dumb? Do you not think?”

Austin appeared to deny the accusations, citing one of his tattoos as proof.

“I have a Black woman tatted on my side,” he quipped. “Use your head.”

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Earlier this season, his costar Yulissa Escober was removed from the villa when past racially insensitive comments she made resurfaced online. (Yulissa, 27, has since apologized for her remarks.)

“I wasn’t dragged out in the dark. I walked out in broad daylight head high, lashes on,” Yulissa said in a Thursday, July 3, TikTok video. “I did not wake up in the middle of the night. They didn’t drag my ass out of bed. I was actually just getting comfortable and just coming out of my shell because initially I was kind of timid and shy. I was upset that I got pulled out on that day because I was like, ‘Damn, I was just starting to have fun.’”

Her departure was subtly addressed on the show by narrator Iain Stirling, who briefly mentioned that she had “left the villa” but did not further explain the situation.

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Everything Todd and Julie Chrisley Have Said About Their 28 Months in Prison

6 July 2025 at 10:08

Reality stars Todd and Julie Chrisley have had a lot to say about their previous incarceration.

The Chrisleys were both released on May 28, 2025, after they received pardons from President Donald Trump the day prior. The pair were originally sentenced to 19 years combined after they were found guilty of federal fraud charges and hiding their wealth from tax authorities. The pair each reported to prison in January 2023. They continue to maintain their innocence.

Since their release, the duo have been outspoken about what life behind bars was actually like.

Here is a look at what Todd and Julie Chrisley have said about spending 28 months in prison.

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Prison is “disgustingly filthy” and “scary”

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In a December 8 interview on Chris Cuomo’s CUOMO show, Todd described the conditions at Federal Prison Camp Pensacola as “disgustingly filthy.”

“The food is dated and it’s out of date by, at minimum, a year. It’s a year past expiration. And they’re literally starving these men to death here,” he explained. “These men are getting — I don’t know — they are getting 1,000 calories a day.”

“You’ve got rats, you’ve got squirrels in the storage facility where the food is,” Todd added. “They just covered it up with plastic and then tore the ceiling out because of all the black mold and found a dead cat in the ceiling, and it dropped down on the top of the food.”

Julie, who was held at the Federal Medical Center Lexington in Kentucky, also had a “scary” experience in prison, she explained on the July 1 episode of her “Unlocked” podcast.

“I was [in] a satellite camp off of a federal medical center, which housed all custody levels,” Julie said. “So, there was the fence and the razor wire and the security there. Where I was in particular there wasn’t, but it was right next door to it.”

They connected with their faith

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During a press conference following his release, Todd joked he had a “BOP glow.” He then elaborated on how he passed the time in prison, which included deepening his Christian faith.

“I actually have more access to better products right now that I’m out,” he explained. “I had nothing to do other than to read and to work out. I worked out every morning at 10:45 until 12, with my buddies there, and I read, and my walk with Christ became deeper, and I talked to my daughter every day [and] to Chase to Greyson. I was able to email with Julie every day. … Maybe it’s all the residual botox that didn’t wear off.”

Reuniting was overwhelming

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Todd and Julie were able to finally reconnect after two years apart when they were each released on May 28.

“It was overwhelming,” Todd said at the time. “Julie and I have been together for over 30 years. She is my best friend. We have raised our children together. We’ve had all the ups and downs. We’ve gone through breast cancer together and it was great to be home.”

Making friends

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During the July 1 episode of daughter Savannah’s “Unlocked” podcast, Todd revealed he made good friends while behind bars. When he arrived at his room on the first day, there was “all this stuff laying on my bed.”

“I had read that you [were] going to be taking nothing for free because then you got to give something up, and I’m too old to be fighting all these people off,” he continued, before he shared that he was given the items from a man named Jig.

Jig told Todd that he was told to take care of the reality star in prison. “I said, ‘Well, I can take care of myself.’ He said, ‘I don’t have no doubt. … But I still got to do what I got to do,’” Todd added. “From that point forward, Jig and I became best buddies.”

Julie also managed to make friends in prison. In the same podcast episode, she revealed the first woman she met told her she would “hate” life there.

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“I walked in the door and then I was just bombarded,” Julie said. “I walk in the door, there was someone there to show me where to go. I didn’t know at the time, but a girl got me to the room, got me a bed — a nice bed, actually — she ended up being my bunkie later on.”

She added, “It was very overwhelming because people kept coming in, and because I was new, and people knew who I was. It was really overwhelming for the first few days for me.”

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Sharon Osbourne Claims She Removed Band From Black Sabbath's Last Show

6 July 2025 at 10:02

Sharon Osbourne allegedly canceled a band’s set at Black Sabbath’s “Back to the Beginning” concert after feeling disrespected.

“I had a huge, huge to-do with a manager over this celebration for Ozzy [Osbourne, my husband] and Sabbath. And it was probably the worst way I’ve felt in years,” Sharon, 72, recently told Metal Hammer ahead of the band’s Saturday, July 5, final show. “I don’t care what this person says about me [or] thinks about it, because he doesn’t know me. And he’s now going around making up bulls*** lies because I threw his band off the bill.”

She added, “I don’t care what people say. Because do you know what? I don’t love them. I care about people who love me, what they say about me. You can’t care what an industry says because you don’t love them, so how can it hurt you? It doesn’t.”

Sharon further claimed to Billboard that the group allegedly just wanted to “make a profit” during the show.

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“It’s not the time to make a profit,” she added. “After the show, I’ll let everybody know who it was. I think people will be shocked.”

Sharon did not identify the name of the band that she allegedly removed from the “Back to the Beginning” roster, but she did tell the magazine that she wasn’t referring to Iron Maiden.

“Oh god, no. Ozzy only has respect for the guys in Maiden,” Sharon stressed to Metal Hammer. “And he didn’t even know what Bruce [Dickinson] was doing. I never told him, until the night that it happened, when it was the last show, and he just looked at me and goes, ‘You’re terrible.’”

Iron Maiden was previously invited to perform at the Osbournes’ Ozzfest in 2005 as a support act for Black Sabbath. When Ozzy’s band was unable to go on as planned, Iron Maiden played the headline slot, as well. Fans ended up throwing ice, lighters and other items at the band after Dickinson, now 66, made jokes about Ozzy, now 76. The drama led to a now-infamous falling-out between Dickinson and Sharon and Ozzy.

“I love Iron Maiden, it’s just the singer because he was so horribly disrespectful,” Sharon told Metal Hammer. “But if you’re going to take Ozzy’s money, and play before him every night of a festival, and you’re bad-mouthing him to the crowd, you’ve got to pay. So I had him pelted with cans of baked beans that were open, and cut his sound.”

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Ozzy, who revealed his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis in 2020, reunited with his Black Sabbath bandmates in Birmingham, England, on Saturday, July 5, to raise funds for Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital and Acorns Children’s Hospice. The show was also Ozzy’s farewell performance.

“I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you,” daughter Kelly Osbourne said in a social media video the next day. “Thank you to everyone who came to the show last night, [and] thank you to everybody who was involved in the show last night. You have no idea what it did for my dad.”

She continued, “It was one of the most magical experiences of my entire life, and if I keep talking, I’m probably going to end up crying again. So, that’s all I’ll say for now. Thank you.”

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How Amanda Kloots Has Honored Late Husband Nick Cordero Since His Death

6 July 2025 at 10:00

Amanda Kloots has continued to honor late husband Nick Cordero after he died following a lengthy battle with COVID-19 in July 2020.

“A lot of people have said to me, ‘It gets easier [and] time helps,’ and I don’t know if I found that yet. I still pretty much cry every day. It’s growing pains,” Kloots exclusively told Us Weekly in April 2021. “[I’m] doing everything I possibly can to stay healthy and active and happy. And you know, grief is a process … Everybody does it differently.”

Cordero, a Broadway veteran, is survived by wife Kloots and their son, Elvis.

Cordero had been admitted to the hospital in March 2020 after experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. His case had several complications, including a mini-stroke, blood clots and a leg amputation. He died on July 5, 2020, at the age of 41.

Keep scrolling to see all the different ways that Kloots has honored the late actor after his death:

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While Cordero was lying unconscious in the hospital, the trainer yearned for him to wake up and open his eyes. To keep up her faith, she enlisted her Instagram community and friends for an hourlong “Wake Up Nick” dance party. Fans would dance along to his song “Live Your Life,” and share their best moves on Instagram with the hashtag #WakeUpNick.

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The late musician started to write a song about his father’s death titled, “Not Far Away,” before his health crisis. While Cordero was unable to complete the lyrics prior to getting sick, Kloots finished the track and even sang her new words in tandem with a recording the Broadway vet had started. In an Instagram post from September 2020, the single mom explained, “The process of writing, singing and recording ‘Not Far Away’ has been incredibly therapeutic for me. Listening to it [sic] has made me feel closer to him, giving me a lot of comfort these last few days.”
 

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The talk show host mentioned both on her Instagram and in her memoir, Live Your Life, that her late husband had rock star aspirations. After his death, Kloots released an album of songs from one of his last live performances. The concert recording landed at the top of the charts soon after debuting.

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In December 2020, Kloots announced via Instagram that all of the proceeds from one of her upcoming AK! Body fitness classes would be donated to the Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles in both Cordero’s honor and name.

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The former Rockettes performer worked with jewelry designer Stephanie Gottlieb to make a unique ring with some of her late husband’s ashes. The designer previously worked with Cordero to design Kloots' engagement ring. The former professional dancer explained via Instagram that Gottlieb included a sapphire gemstone (Cordero’s birthstone) in the center of the ring and engraved the inside with his initials (NC). In her caption, Kloots revealed her plans to pass this ring onto their son, Elvis.

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After Cordero's death, the former Bullets Over Broadway dancer renovated the Laurel Canyon home she and Cordero had purchased before he got sick. In an Instagram post from February 2021, Kloots revealed she could feel her late husband’s presence in the house he helped pick out.
As of April 2021, Kloots expressed her desire to move from the Laurel Canyon property. According to Hello, the talk show host revealed her intentions in an Instagram Story. She wrote, “Our house is amazing but very small. Elvis and I can’t stay there forever because of that. It was never a home we bought as a 'forever home' but I will never sell it!” The Dirt reported that the single mom had purchased a new cottage in the same neighborhood.

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Grief can be difficult, and Kloots has been vocal and vulnerable about all of her emotions since losing her partner. Eleven months after Cordero died, she shared a heartfelt and emotional letter on Instagram. 
She wrote: “Never did I think this would be my last month with Nick. We were all fighting so hard, including Nick. His journey seemed so long and on going while it was happening. Looking back I realize how quickly everything happened and how he held on until he knew everyone he loved would be ok. I miss you more and more everyday baby. We all do ❤️.”

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Kloots’ memoir, titled Live Your Life: My Story of Loving and Losing Nick Cordero, came out in June 2021 to tell Cordero’s story and provide closure, she explained in an Instagram video. To celebrate the book launch, she organized a “book blessing” where more than 21,000 people virtually joined her and son Elvis at the last stage Cordero performed on at The Bourbon Room. Kloots even wore Cordero’s final costume, which was a giant angel. She wrote on Instagram, “Anna [Kloots, her sister] and I wrote this book so that Nick’s [sic] name would go down in history. Nick Cordero, thank you for being our angel.”

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Kloots revealed in September 2021 that she is returning to the East Coast to see a tribute to her late husband. Cordero played Earl in the original Broadway cast of Waitress. The show was one of the first Broadway musicals to return amid the coronavirus pandemic.
"BROADWAY IS BACK with a 'big ol slice of Live Your Life pie!!!'" Kloots shared via Instagram. "Heading to NYC for a very special opening night that will honor Nick!! Thank you to the whole @waitressmusical cast and crew for this special invite and tribute to the original Earl. I’m pretty confident that I will cry through the entire show but I can’t wait to be there ❤️❤️❤️"

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The Talk cohost marked the four-year anniversary of her wedding to Cordero by sharing a throwback snippet from their nuptials. "Hey baby! Happy 4th wedding anniversary to us! Our wedding was one of the best days of my life and I'll never ever forget it," she captioned her September 2021 Instagram post. "I'll never forget our first look, our first kiss as husband and wife and our first dance. You'll always be my husband, my angel now, but always the love of my life. Here's to us ❤️."
One day prior, she attended the premiere of her late husband's former Broadway show Waitress with close pal Zach Braff.

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The Dancing With the Stars season 30 contestant shared a heartfelt tribute to her late spouse on what would have been his 43rd birthday in September 2021.
“Happy 43rd birthday to you Nick,” the Live Your Life author captioned a slideshow of images of the pair. “It’s really hard to not think about what we would be doing today to celebrate you. I’d probably take you for a really nice steak dinner and have some red velvet cake for dessert with Elvis! I hope you are up in heaven having a big party with your Dad and because I’m wishing the best for you, Prince. I’m hoping you’re singing with Prince today!!! Elvis and I will be missing you today as we sing to you from Earth. If you were here I know what you’d say… ‘I’m the luckiest man on the planet. I live a blessed life.’ I love you forever.”

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Kloots got noticeably emotional as she prepared to dance to Cordero’s "Live Your Life" during a November 2021 episode of DWTS.
“Those packages are tough. I was sort of watching, sort of not watching. Alan [Bersten] and I always have a ritual that we say a prayer before we dance,” Kloots told Us and other reporters after the episode aired. “I kind of just [tried] to take in the moment, to be honest. I felt so grateful and lucky to be able to do this dance tonight to Nick's song. I mean, it truly was an honor.”

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“This video of Nick and Elvis was taken exactly two years ago today,” the Talk cohost wrote via Instagram in January 2022. “It might be my favorite father/son moment I caught on camera. It used to make me too sad to watch, but now I watch it and smile.”
She continued in her post: “I think the most important lesson we learn in losing life is how to live life. …Maybe it’s a stage of grief I’m passing through, I don’t know, but I’m in a phase of throwing caution to the wind! Don’t wait till tomorrow. Say YES. Be a little bit wild, or a lot wild! Be bold, take chances, go on the trip, do all the things I want to try even when I don’t know what I’m doing. Smile. Take control of my life. Create the life I want to live!!! CREATE the life I want to LIVE.”

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In March 2022, Kloots confirmed that the book she wrote in the wake of Cordero's death will be developed into a feature film. "How do you keep someone you've lost alive? You say their name, you tell their stories, you share their art and music!" she captioned an Instagram announcement, adding that she felt "very grateful" for the "opportunity to share this story in a new way."

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"Happy Father’s Day to my dad and the best grandpa I know, to Nick who dreamed of being a father and is now our angel, and to my brother the best dad and uncle I know!" Kloots wrote via Instagram in June 2022, sharing throwback photos of Cordero with the couple's son, Elvis. 

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"How I wish I could spoil you rotten today. Happy 44th Birthday Nick ❤️," Kloots captioned a slideshow for her late husband via Instagram in September 2022. She also donated all proceeds from her exercise class to Our House Grief Support Center in Cordero's name. 
 

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Kloots revealed via Instagram in March 2024, that she enlisted jeweler Stephanie Gottleib to transform her diamond engagement ring into a new heart-shaped sparkler.
“The healing process is an ongoing journey with my stepping stones along the way,” Kloots wrote in a social media message. “I waited awhile to do this one because I was so unsure about changing something so special. However, I didn’t want my ring to not be worn and it didn’t fit on another finger the way it was.”
Kloot’s new design is a “more casual” ring that she can wear every day.

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While honoring the fifth anniversary of his death, Kloots shared footage of Cordero performing his track in 2019. Kloots reflected that the lyrics of his song have helped her navigate her grief since his death. “Nick left me with one of the greatest gifts — the title of his song: LIVE YOUR LIFE,” Kloots wrote via Instagram. “On hard grief days, I say to myself, ‘What would Nick want me to do?’ LIVE YOUR LIFE, AMANDA. When I’m making a decision — Should I take this trip? Should I speak my mind? Should I go for the dream?? The answer is always: LIVE YOUR LIFE. When I’m giving someone advice? LIVE YOUR LIFE. I didn’t realize what an impact his song would have on me after he was gone, but his words of wisdom have stayed with me, guided me, and helped me through grief.”

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6 July 2025 at 09:59

Amanda Kloots is paying tribute to late husband Nick Cordero five years after his death at age 41.

In an Instagram post shared on Saturday, July, 5, Kloots, 43, asked her and Cordero’s 6-year-old son, Elvis, what one thing is that he misses about his dad. “His singing,” Elvis replied with a smile, to which Kloots added that she misses holding Cordero’s hand.

“We love you Nick and we miss you every single day,” Kloot said, while Elvis added, “And we always know that you’re right here.”

Kloots also gave thanks to fans for supporting the family while sharing a video of Cordero singing his track “Live Your Life” for the only time live in April 2019.

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“Nick left me with one of the greatest gifts — the title of his song: LIVE YOUR LIFE,” Kloots wrote. “On hard grief days, I say to myself, ‘What would Nick want me to do?’ LIVE YOUR LIFE, AMANDA. When I’m making a decision — Should I take this trip? Should I speak my mind? Should I go for the dream?? The answer is always: LIVE YOUR LIFE. When I’m giving someone advice? LIVE YOUR LIFE.”

She continued, “I didn’t realize what an impact his song would have on me after he was gone, but his words of wisdom have stayed with me, guided me, and helped me through grief.”

While reflecting on grief, Kloots noted that it “steals everything from you” and can attach “like a backpack, weighing you down with every step.”

“I would have never thought that my grief would still be this heavy five years after losing Nick, but now I know: it will never be lighter—and I’ve come to terms with that,” she wrote. “If I can offer anyone advice about grief, it’s this: Know that grief becomes the shadow that follows you wherever you go. So — become its friend. Learn how to talk to grief. Learn how to laugh with grief. Learn how to sleep with grief. Go to therapy with grief.”

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She continued, “It’s the friend you never wanted—but one of the closest relationships you’ll ever have with yourself.”

Kloots also penned a message to the Broadway performer, sharing that she misses his “laugh,” music and seeing him be a dad to son Elvis.

“There are still so many days when I can’t believe you’re not here—that you’re gone. It doesn’t feel real,” she concluded. “Thank you for the years you gave me and for our amazing son. He’s your twin, and you would’ve loved every single second of him. I feel guilty that I get to raise him when you only had 10 months. It’s not fair. He’s beautiful. He’s the best. He’s you. ❤.”

Kloots also shared a carousel of photos of Cordero through the years, including several of him bonding with Elvis.

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“It’s nearly impossible to choose my favorite photos of Nick — but these are just a few that hold a special place in my heart. It’s incredible how a single photo can transport you back: to what you said, how you felt, where you were and why,” she wrote via Instagram on Saturday. “His personality shines through in every one. Take the photos. Capture the moments. They mean everything.”

News broke in July 2020 that Cordero died from complications related to COVID-19. He had been admitted into Los Angeles’ Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in March, where he had been initially diagnosed with pneumonia before testing positive for coronavirus the following month.

Kloots has since pursued a relationship with Justin Gimelstob, who opened up about how he honors the former Talk cohost’s late husband.

“They had such a beautiful relationship, and I only have admiration for the relationship they had,” Gimelstob, 48, exclusively told Us Weekly in April. “I just support [Amanda] and obviously the baby is such a sweet boy.”

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Caitlyn Jenner Breaks Her Silence on Manager Sophia Hutchins' Shocking Death

6 July 2025 at 09:09

Caitlyn Jenner broke her silence after her manager and friend Sophia Hutchins died at age 29 following an ATV accident.

Jenner, 75, was spotted for the first time since the fatal accident in Malibu, telling the Daily Mail that she was experiencing “tough times” while reportedly looking somber, according to the outlet. In pictures obtained by the outlet, Jenner hid her face via a pair of dark glasses and a blue visor.

She later told the outlet that she did “not want to talk” about the accident that claimed her friend’s life.

News broke on Thursday, July 3, that Hutchins died following a fatal incident that occurred near Jenner’s home. She was pronounced dead at the scene after her ATV struck the bumper of a moving car and forced Hutchins 350 feet into a ravine.

Hutchins was a consistent presence in Jenner’s life after they met in 2015 amid the Olympian’s transition. Hutchins subsequently appeared in multiple episodes of Jenner’s E! reality series I Am Cait and went on to become CEO and director of the Caitlyn Jenner Foundation.

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“We met through our hairstylists,” Hutchins said on Heather McDonald‘s podcast “Juicy Scoop” in 2020. “He was doing my hair one day and was like, ‘I’m going to a photo shoot after this, something with Caitlyn and MAC. And Caitlyn would like to meet you.'”

Hutchins recalled the introduction paving the way for a collaboration, adding, “[I] went to the photo shoot. We kicked it off. I learned a lot about what was going on in Caitlyn’s life and I felt it was a financial s*** show, and so much money was being thrown everywhere. Nobody was running the show, her life. Kris [Jenner] was not doing it anymore since they were divorced, and I felt like I could do a really good job.”

Hutchins and Jenner went on to spend a lot of time together.

“We have so much in common; we see the world so similarly and we both are such a good match for each because we challenge each other,” Hutchins said of their relationship during a 2018 episode of The Hidden Truth With Jim Breslo. “She challenges me in so many ways, has allowed me to grow in so many ways and I hope I challenge her to grow, and I think because we share so many of the same passions and views, it’s just a great match, a great partnership.”

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Over the years, Hutchins and Jenner’s close bond has sparked speculation that they were in a romantic relationship. Hutchins shut down the rumors in 2021, writing via Instagram, “Love the whole LGBT community but so tired of rumors that I am romantically with Caitlyn. I am only ever with men and only ever have been. Stop the rumors! It’s been years.”

Hutchins clarified in a statement that she and Jenner had a “parental, familial relationship.”

“I don’t want controversy. I am just trying to live my life. Caitlyn is a parent to me. I have said that a million times,” she noted at the time. “It is a parental, familial relationship. I feel so blessed and humbled to be a part of such an amazing family and that she treats me like a daughter.”

Hutchins continued: “I feel blessed that we are able to work together. There’s no hanky panky. I feel like I’ve been saying that for the past five years.”

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Dakota Johnson Explains Why She 'Can't Waste Time on Toxic Sets Anymore'

6 July 2025 at 09:03

As an actress and producer, Dakota Johnson knows what it takes to make a movie.

“If there’s not a healthy collaboration, if it’s not a good match, then it’s not a good match. We really don’t move forward if it’s not a good match,” Johnson, 35, told Variety in an interview published on Sunday, July 6. “I can’t waste time on toxic sets anymore, or in situations that are not fun or fulfilling or healthy. That’s one of the perks of [producing], because I get to put amazing people together and make something.”

While Johnson did not reveal which (if any) sets have been toxic behind the scenes, she stressed that she doesn’t want to work alongside “anybody who’s mean or condescending or unkind.”

“I don’t want to face people who are not willing to collaborate, and then there are obvious things,” the Materialists star explained. “We all know what a toxic set is by now. We’re artists, so there’s room for expansive personalities, and we’re working with emotions.”

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She continued, “I love a healthy argument on a set, and I also believe that the most excellent idea wins. It’s not a fight. It’s not a race. It’s a collaboration.”

Johnson is also “pretty vocal” when it comes to standing up for herself on a set.

“I think now, just being in the position of being a producer and developing my own films, I can choose all the people who are in it, and that makes a huge difference,” she said.

In addition to acting and producing, Johnson is also gearing up to sit in the director’s chair for the first time.

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“I’ve always felt that I’m not ready to direct a feature,” Johnson added to Variety, teasing why she cast “amazing” Cha Cha Real Smooth costar Vanessa Burghardt in the untitled flick. “I don’t have the confidence, but, with her, I feel very protective and I know her very well. I can see this world, so I just won’t let anybody else do it. That’s the real answer.”

Johnson has been acting since high school, getting her big break in 2010’s The Social Network. 

“I didn’t get in [to The Juilliard School] and my dad cut me off because I didn’t go to college. So, I started auditioning,” she recalled in a May interview with Elle UK. “I think I was 19 when I did The Social Network, and then little jobs and stuff after that.”

Dakota is the daughter of actors Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith, who also each have multiple children from other relationships.

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‘Casino Royale’ Actress Caterina Murino Pregnant at 47 After IVF Journey

6 July 2025 at 08:39

Caterina Murino, an Italian actress known for her role in 2006’s Casino Royale, is pregnant.

Murino, 47, shared the news with French magazine Gala, revealing that she is expecting her first child, a baby boy, with French lawyer Édouard Rigaud, her partner of eight years. She is due at the end of the summer — shortly before she turns 48.

The former Bond girl said she had an “excruciating” journey with in-vitro fertilization (IVF), during which she suffered two miscarriages.

“At my age, I had to ask medicine to help nature,” the actress told the outlet. “You don’t always decide when the right time to become a mother comes.”

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Murino said she is looking forward to becoming a mother and has had a smooth, healthy pregnancy so far: “I haven’t had any discomfort, no diabetes, no insomnia.”

She added that she’s anxious about her delivery but confident in “the fantastic work” of her French midwives.

Earlier this month, she also opened up about her pregnancy to Italian outlet Costa Smeralda.

“I feel I am living a magical moment,” she said. “Soon I will become a mother, and I believe we all have a huge responsibility today: raise conscious human beings.”

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In May, Murino stepped out on the red carpet of Lilo & Stitch in Paris. She was glowing in a dark blue dress and white shoes.

Since her role in Casino Royale, she’s had success in international films such as The Garden of Eden (2008) and The Opera! (2024).

“It was a tremendous opportunity, but perhaps I only understood its significance later,” she told Costa Smeralda of appearing in the Bond film. “I was the first Bond girl in the Daniel Craig era, in a film which marked a change of mood in the saga. Today, I look back at it with gratitude and realisation: not so much for the glamour surrounding it, but for the chance it gave me to build an international career.”

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