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Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman Was ‘Angry’ After James Franklin's Age Joke

10 January 2025 at 08:54
Notre Dames Marcus Freeman Was Angry After Penn States James Franklin Joked About His Hair
Head coach James Franklin of the Penn State Nittany Lions shakes hands with head coach Marcus Freeman of the Notre Dame. Carmen Mandato/Getty Images

Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman was coaching in the Orange Bowl with a little extra fire in his belly following comments made at his expense by Penn State coach James Franklin

At a Wednesday, January 8 press conference ahead of Notre Dame’s 27-24 victory over Penn State on Thursday, January 9, Franklin, 52, ribbed Freeman — who turned 39 on Friday, January 10, just hours after the biggest win of his career — about his age and said, “I mean, I look at the hairline on this guy. Envious of his hairline in a lot of ways.”

Freeman appeared to take the jokes in stride at the press conference, but after his team’s victory on Thursday night, Freeman’s players revealed it was quite a different story. 

“He was angry,” Notre Dame safety Xavier Watts told The Athletic. “He was angry with the press conference thing, whatever was going on between that. He was mad about that. All the anger went toward us and that anger went onto the field.”

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Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love indicated he was similarly ticked off by Franklin’s comments, telling The Athletic, “I’m not gonna speak on their head coach.”

Notre Dames Marcus Freeman Was Angry After Penn States James Franklin Joked About His Hair
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“We felt like their team didn’t really respect us,” Love, 19, said. “We wanted to come into this game and make a statement. Be the aggressors. Dominate them physically. That’s the message. Be physical and play violent. The whole game.”

Inside the Notre Dame locker room at Miami Gardens’ Hard Rock Stadium, Fighting Irish linebacker Jack Kiser noticed the clock read 12:17 a.m., meaning it was his head coach’s birthday. 

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“Let’s just say that 17 minutes ago coach Freeman turned 39,” Kiser, 24, told The Athletic. “So he’s not that young guy that a lot of people treat him as. Guys want to play for coach Freeman, and when you put gas on that fire, it can get really explosive in this locker room.”

Notre Dame’s win over Penn State earned them a trip to the College Football Playoff National Championship, which goes down Monday, January 20 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. They will face the winner of Ohio StateTexas, who battle on Friday, January 10 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. 

Freeman did not address Franklin’s comments after the game, but he did acknowledge the significance of Notre Dame’s win — which meant Freeman will become the first Black coach in history to coach in a college national championship game. 

“I’ve said this before, I don’t ever want to take attention away from the team,” Freeman told ESPN’s Molly McGrath. “It is an honor, and I hope all coaches — minorities, Black, Asian, white, it doesn’t matter, great people — continue to get opportunities to lead young men like this. But this ain’t about me. This is about us. We’re going to celebrate what we’ve done because it’s so special.”

Justin Hartley's 'Tracker' Teases a Familiar Face — And a Spooky Newcomer

10 January 2025 at 08:50
Justin Hartley's 'Tracker' Teases a Familiar Face — And a Spooky Newcomer
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There is still a bit of a wait until the return of Justin Hartley‘s hit CBS show Tracker but the first photos from the midseason premiere tease a familiar face — and a spooky new one.

Tracker returns to CBS on Sunday, February 16, with an episode focused around Colter’s (Hartley) case about Gina Picket’s disappearance. After getting a tip from retired cop Keaton (guest star Brent Sexton), the duo work together to track down a serial killer known as The Teacher. The stills from the upcoming episode also reveal that Ryan Dorsey’s character Frank Whales is back after being introduced earlier this season.

Meanwhile, in another moment from the episode, Nicholas Lea is credited as a character named Noah Darview who dons a creepy mask. The midseason premiere is expected to pick up immediately after Colter received a break in his white whale case.

“We got into something. Wasn’t our fault, heavy stuff — we didn’t have a choice,” a former associate of Frank’s told Colter about working for someone called Teacher. “[He] knew things about us. Bad stuff. Held it over our heads. Even the others. He kept a long line of pretty boys to do his bidding.”

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Teacher made Frank lure Gina to a place called The Farm. “He said he planted things there,” the unnamed man added before Colter asked if Gina was still alive. The episode cut to black before a “To be continued” message appeared on screen.

Justin Hartley's 'Tracker' Teases a Familiar Face — And a Spooky Newcomer
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Hartley, 47, previously teased that the Gina case would take up most of the second season.

“When [Gina disappears], Colter makes a promise to [her sister] Camille — and I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but he never promises [his clients] anymore. He says, ‘I will bring her home … I will bring him home,’” he told TVLine in October 2024. “He says, ‘I am going to do my best … to try.’ This is why.”

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Hartley teased how digging into Colter’s past with Camille (Floriana Lima) will unlock more details, adding, “[This story line] has been built in a way that, when you look at it, you go, ‘Oh man, that was a pivotal moment in Colter’s life that changed the way he approaches his work and his relationships with other people.'”

Justin Hartley's 'Tracker' Teases a Familiar Face — And a Spooky Newcomer
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Despite the 11-week wait for more answers, Tracker is having a successful sophomore return on CBS. The season 2 premiere in October 2024 brought in 8.3 million total viewers, which was nearly 10 percent up in viewership from the season 1 finale. The season 2 premiere also marked the show’s highest audience since the series debuted in February 2024 after the Super Bowl.

Tracker has since been coined the most-watched broadcast premiere since NCIS’ final episode with Mark Harmon in September 2021. Its average viewership is 18.2 million per episode according to their Paramount+ and broadcast measurements. Variety’s annual list of the year’s 100 most-watched primetime telecasts revealed that Tracker episodes earned 15 spots.

Tracker returns to CBS Sunday, February 16, at 8 p.m. ET. New episodes stream the next day on Paramount+.

Jesse James and Estranged Wife Bonnie Rotten Drop Latest Divorce Filing

10 January 2025 at 08:48

Jesse James and his estranged wife, Bonnie Rotten, have petitioned the court to throw out their latest divorce filing, Us Weekly can confirm.

According to court records viewed by Us, James, 31, and Rotten, 55, filed a joint “Notice of Nonsuit” on Monday, January 6, to call off the proceedings. The divorce case is now listed as “closed.” In Touch was first to report the news.

James then chronicled their “BBQ Lunch” together via Instagram Story on Thursday, January 9, in which he tagged Rotten’s account while visiting Schmidt Family Barbeque in Texas.

James, who was previously married to Sandra Bullock, and Rotten got married in 2022 before she filed for divorce twice at the end of that year.

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“The past week has been a pretty terrible week on all accounts … I mistakenly posted my private business between my husband and I on social media,” Rotten (real name Alaina Antoinnette James) wrote via Instagram at the time. “Yes I filed for divorce … the next day I filed a nonsuit to stop the divorce. I love Jesse so much and was very hurt by what I saw when I went through his phone. In his defense and the reason I am back home is that he didn’t say anything inappropriate.”

Jesse James and Estranged Wife Bonnie Rotten Drop Latest Divorce Filing
Courtesy of Alaina James/Instagram

After Rotten and James reconciled, they welcomed son Bishop in 2023. Another year later, Rotten filed for divorce in November 2024.

“The marriage has become insupportable because of discord or conflict of personalities between Petitioner and Respondent that destroys the legitimate ends of the marriage relationship and prevents any reasonable expectation of reconciliation,” the court docs obtained by Us read.

Rotten requested “exclusive use and control” of her 2022 Dodge Ram TRX and wanted to prohibit James from being able to track or monitor its location. She wished to retain ownership of her clothing, books, firearms and related gear that are stored in a private gun room, a pet cat named Olive and other personal effects.

Jesse James and Estranged Wife Bonnie Rotten's Relationship Timeline

In addition to her divorce filing, Rotten also requested a protective order “in connection with a child support case,” claiming that James “engaged in conduct that constitutes family violence.” According to Rotten, James “committed acts that were intended to result in physical harm, bodily injury, assault or sexual assault” or threatened to do so.

“I realized Jesse Gregory James’ anger was getting worse and worse,” she claimed in the docs. “To protect our baby and myself, I left home with [Bishop] and decided to file for divorce. Because of all the things he has done, I am very afraid Jesse Gregory James will cause me physical harm, cause me bodily injury or assault me.”

Jesse James and Estranged Wife Bonnie Rotten Drop Latest Divorce Filing
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James, meanwhile, entered a “general denial” to her accusations in his official response and asked that Rotten “take nothing.” He also filed for a protective order against Rotten, claiming that she committed family violence.

“Respondent committed acts that were intended by Respondent to result in physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or sexual assault or were threats that reasonably placed Applicant and the child Bishop Morrison James in fear of imminent physical harm, bodily injury or assault,” James’ docs read. “Respondent’s acts therefore constitute family violence. Respondent’s conduct was reasonably likely to harass, annoy, alarm, abuse, torment or embarrass Applicant and Bishop Morrison James.”

James further claimed that Rotten has “alcohol abuse issues and gets violent and aggressive,” asking the judge to appoint a separate guardian over Bishop. She never publicly addressed his counterclaims.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

If you or someone you know are experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support.

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[Spoiler] Cried Their ‘Eyes Out’ After Being Murdered 1st on ‘Traitors’

10 January 2025 at 08:22
Cast The Traitors Season 3 Dorinda Medley Says She Cried My Eyes Out After The Traitors Murder
(L-R) Dylan Efron, Tom Sandoval, Britney Haynes, Jeremy Collins, Dolores Catania, Dorinda Medley, Bob Harper, Ciara Miller, Gabby Windey, Bob The Drag Queen, Nikki Garcia, and Chanel Ayan. Euan Cherry/Peacock

Murder is afoot in Scotland once again, and your favorite reality stars are falling victim to the newest batch of traitors.

The Traitors, the Peacock reality hit, began its third season on Thursday, January 9, and Dorinda Medley from The Real Housewives of New York City was the first casualty.

Ousted in the second episode by traitors Danielle Reyes, Carolyn Wiger and Bob the Drag Queen, Medley, 60, was devastated to leave the castle so early.

“I cried my eyes out,” she told Decider in an interview published Friday, January 10. “When I saw that envelope, it was so unexpected. First of all, I think I should have been a traitor. But it was so devastating because unlike the Housewives, where you can sort of go on and you’re in control of what you say, how you say it, what you’re doing…this, you just have no control over.”

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The traitors decided to target the Housewives on the cast early, hoping to turn them against each other and cause chaos among the faithfuls.

“I just think they realized that the Housewives are strong characters. We’re opinionated, and we’re strong,” Medley added. “I think people especially think of me as a strong woman who’s been through a lot of stuff and doesn’t take a lot of bulls–t.”

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Dorinda Medley Euan Cherry/Peacock

While others might assume the Housewives wouldn’t match up with the former Survivor and Big Brother players who have already excelled on competitive reality shows, Medley said she did her best to be ready to play. She even admitted to preparing “too much.”

“I read The Art of War twice, I read every philosopher. I wrote in my journal. I planned my outfits to a T. My outfits were off the charts,” she said. “But I just think it all falls to the wayside once you’re there. You don’t know what to expect. That’s the problem. So you have to just sort of go with the flow.”

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Though Medley’s time on The Traitors was short-lived, other housewives have gone deeper into the game. Shereé Whitfield made it to the finale of season 2, while Phaedra Parks was marked a traitor immediately and lasted until the penultimate episode.

As for a potential season 4, Medley has her own pick for who she wants to see in Andross castle.

“I think Luann [de Lesseps] would be great,” she said. “I think Ramona [Singer] would be amazing. Because Ramona’s very, very good at looking at things. She’s like a producer. I think they’d be the best.”

New episodes of The Traitors stream Thursday nights at 9 p.m. ET on Peacock.

Did 'Goosebumps' Season 2 Cast Speak to OG Stars After Anthology Shakeup?

10 January 2025 at 07:30
Goosebumps Cast Reveals If They Watched the 1st Season Or Spoke to Original Stars After Shakeup
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The cast of Goosebumps: The Vanishing revealed whether they watched the first season — or spoke to the original stars of the show — after the anthology shakeup.

During an exclusive interview with Us Weekly, Ana Ortiz, Elijah M. Cooper, Galilea La Salvia, Francesca Noel, Stony Blyden, Sam McCarthy and Jayden Bartels discussed how they prepared to join a show that previously had a different cast and story.

“I think because of the anthology nature of it, it’s natural to keep it as new as possible,” Blyden, 28, who plays Trey, said about not spending too much dwelling on what came before. “But it was a fantastic season.”

Cooper, meanwhile, was a big fan of Goosebumps, adding, “It really was a great watch. I watched the first season multiple times too. It was legitimately iconic.”

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La Salvia, 21, who brings Frankie to life, couldn’t help but agree. “I definitely watched season 1 and I remember we would talk about it when we first got on set,” she recalled. “Like we would say, ‘Did you see the cliffhanger? Did you see this? Did you see that?’ It was really fun.”

The horror series originally premiered in October 2023 and took inspiration from R.L. Stines popular horror novels. Goosebumps was introduced as a show that followed five teenagers who had to work together after accidentally releasing supernatural forces into their small town. While trying to recapture the evil spirits, the group unlocked secrets of their parents’ pasts.

Goosebumps initially starred Isa Briones, Ana Yi Puig, Zack Morris, Miles McKenna and Will Price as the show’s protagonists. However, when the series was renewed four months later, Disney confirmed there would be a cast and story shakeup. Season 2 is centered around twins who are sent to spend a summer in Brooklyn with their divorced dad (David Schwimmer) whose plant-testing takes a sinister turn.

“I’m someone who usually does approach things with a fresh perspective,” Noel, who portrays Alex, noted. “I saw the pilot of this. But I wanted to come into it differently because it’s a totally different world, and New York is very particular. And one of the great things about Goosebumps is that there are so many books. So there are so many stories that we could keep telling for 20 seasons.”

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Ortiz had a similar experience where she “watched the first season” but “didn’t talk to any of the cast” from those episodes. Then there is Bartels, who researched season 1 before diving into playing Cece.

“I definitely would say I wanted to know the vibe and get that knowledge. But I think that it definitely was a fresh slate in another way too. It’s the same series, but I definitely wanted for my character and my performance to do what I felt was authentic and genuine,” she explained to Us. “We definitely pulled from the vibe of the first season, but this is a new story line and a lot of things are different. It’s all the same Goosebumps scares though.”

McCarthy agreed with Bartels’ take, adding, “[Season 1] was almost separate from the work I did.”

The shift wasn’t just felt in front of the camera but behind it as well. Executive producers Rob Letterman and Hilary Winston told Us about the challenges that came with starting from scratch in the same universe.

“When we switched into an anthology, it really fit what Goosebumps is. So if you’re fan of the books, you know that R.L. Stine doesn’t write happily ever after at the end of the books. In fact, he goes out of his way not to do that,” Letterman noted. “He leaves it with a cliffhanger or a twist. So when we looked at the ending of season 1, it just kind of felt like the perfect Goosebumps ending for what that story line was.”

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They aren’t, however, ruling out a Goosebumps “multiverse.” There was also an effort to keep some aspects similar for returning viewers.

“Season 2 we wanted to swing the pendulum and do something different. But we also wanted fans of the first season to feel comfortable in the model of what the storytelling was. So that’s how we kept that structure of a mystery we have to unpack,” Letterman continued. “Something happened 30 years ago, and each character that you meet gets their own monster story line and they cross paths, and then by the middle of the season they’re figuring out it’s all related to what happened in the past.”

He concluded: “We liked that framing device but we wanted to tell something totally new and fresh. It’s a nice balancing act for keeping the familiarity of the Goosebumps TV series going while doing it as an anthology.”

Goosebumps is currently streaming on Disney+ and Hulu.

Recreate Lucy Hale's Flattering Wide Leg Jeans Look for $40!

10 January 2025 at 07:30

A top trend for 2025 when it comes to denim, Lucy Hale is showing Us how to make wide leg jeans look comfy and flattering! 

The Pretty Little Liars actress was just spotted in Los Angeles, California on January 9, 2025 making a pit stop at Erewhon. To pick up her apparent green juice and iced coffee, she wore a comfy-casual fit that’s inspiration for our next beverage pick-up too. She wore a heathered gray long sleeve, some minimal gold jewelry pieces, a black woven bag, some bright blue Adidas sneakers and our favorite: her wide leg jeans. 

It’s unclear as to where the actress got her exact pair, but thankfully we can still get her look with this similar version that’s just $40 on Amazon. 

Get the Sidefeel Wide Leg High Waisted Raw Hem Jeans for just $40 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication, January 9, 2025, but are subject to change.

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Recreate Hale’s comfy and body-flattering denim look with the Sidefeel Wide Leg Jeans. Just like her pick, they have the wide leg design, distressed details, high waistline and simple button and zip-up closure. Their raw hem detailing also adds a touch of rustic charm, along with their multi-side hem design as well. 

Their fabric make consists of cotton, polyester and elastane, which makes them soft, breathable and a little stretchy too. This makes them easy to care for, able to be machine washed! They come in a similar light wash to Hale’s but also several other colors as well! They come in white, black and several dark washes as well. Another bonus: they come in custom length options as well, from short, to regular and tall too. 

They’re far more than just a style that Hale is wearing though, Amazon shoppers have been into them as well. On top of them being a best-seller for women’s jeans, they’ve also now garnered up several hundred five-star ratings too. 

One reviewer said that these jeans are their “all time favorite” because they’re “so comfortable and the stretch is amazing.”

“[They’re] still [a] jean material but with so much comfort,” they said. “I get so many compliments every time I wear them. [The] waist is very comfortable.” 

Hale’s outfit serves as inspiration as to how to wear the jeans for things like errand running . . . sneakers and tee are key! However, they can be dressed up too! Wear them with some slingback heels and a blazer for a happy hour with the girls or a corset top and strappy heels for a date night. They’re so easy to mix and match! 

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We know jeans are an important purchase . . . you want to make sure you have the most flattering pair for your body! Check out a few of our other favorite wide leg jean options below so you can find your perfect fit. 

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Hailey Bieber’s Glass Skin Is Thanks to This Derm-Approved Serum

10 January 2025 at 07:18

Have you ever wondered how Hailey Bieber‘s skin always looks like a flawless pane of glass? I’ll let you in on a little secret: It has everything to do with peptides. This little ingredient helps skin cells create more collagen and elastin, keeping your complexion plump, smooth, youthful and wrinkle-free. Cool, right?

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Bieber is a loyalist to her own skincare line, Rhode, because one of the main ingredients in each formula is peptides. However, I recently learned that she supercharges her peptide sandwich with the dermatologist-favorite SkinCeuticals P-Tiox Anti-Wrinkle Peptide Serum. This potent serum was inspired by the results of neurotoxins (like Botox) and utilizes a blend of peptides, niacinamide and PHAs to plump the skin while also minimizing the look of fine lines and wrinkles in just a few weeks.

If you’re afraid of needles or just aren’t a fan of injections in general, there are steps you can take to feel more confident in your skin — and using this serum is definitely one of them. Dermatologists have long lauded SkinCeuticals for its powerful serums and creams, and this product is the latest to earn their seal of approval.

Get the SkinCeuticals P-Tiox Anti-Wrinkle Peptide Serum for $148 at Dermstore!

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While I understand that the price is a bit hefty, this is one of those serums that truly works. Just ask any dermatologist or happy shopper.

“Listen, I am the laziest person when it comes to product reviews. I never write them. But this stuff deserves one. I am honestly shocked at how much my skin has improved over the span of 3 days,” one DermStore customer writes. “Fine lines are getting smoother, my smile lines are less pronounced, and my skin is just brighter overall. Glowing even. The best part? My forehead is smooth and shiny. SHINY! Like it was when I was 20. Like I’ve just received a fresh batch of Botox. I’m thrilled every time I look in the mirror. This stuff is the real deal and worth every penny.”

Whether Hailey Bieber is on your skin goals vision board or you have some stubborn lines you’ve been wanting to address, SkinCeuticals P-Tiox Anti-Wrinkle Peptide Serum could be exactly what you’re looking for. Take it from me: It’s always worth it to invest in your skin. A glass-like complexion awaits.

Get the SkinCeuticals P-Tiox Anti-Wrinkle Peptide Serum for $148 at Dermstore!

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Meghan Markle, Prince Harry Open Montecito Home to Friends Amid L.A. Fires

10 January 2025 at 07:13

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have opened their Montecito, California home to friends who were evacuated during the Los Angeles wildfires.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have also donated clothes, children’s items, and other essential items to those affected by the fires, Us Weekly has learned.

Markle, 43,  and Harry, 40, live in Montecito with their children Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 3. Their home is around 80 miles north of the Pacific Palisades area in LA, where the fires first broke out on Tuesday, January 7.

It’s not known which of Markle and Harry’s friends were affected by the fires and which are sheltering with the couple. Celebrities including Mandy Moore, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Sandra Lee have been evacuated from their homes.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Have Opened Their Home to Friends Affected by LA Fires
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The couple are also assisting World Central Kitchen and chef José Andrés with relief efforts, Us can confirm. The Duke and Duchess’ Archewell Foundation is a longtime partner of the organization, which provides meals to communities in need around the world.

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Fire personnel respond to homes destroyed while a helicopter drops water as the Palisades Fire grows in Pacific Palisades, California on January 7, 2025. DAVID SWANSON/AFP via Getty Images

The couple have dedicated a page on their official website to the wildfires, sharing information about resources and organizations taking part in the relief effort.

The couple first moved to California from the UK in 2020 during the pandemic. After a brief stay on Vancouver Island, Canada, Markle and Harry spent several months at Tyler Perry’s Los Angeles home before purchasing their own home.

“He’s like, ‘You’re not going to stay a week. You’re going to stay as long as you need, and I’m going to get you there safely until you have somewhere to go,’” Markle recalled Perry saying during the Harry and Meghan Netflix docuseries, which aired in 2022.

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The couple also shared in the docuseries that they had named Perry a godfather to their daughter Lilibet.

Harry and Markle aren’t the only royals to publicly comment on the fires. Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, shared a video message on Instagram on Thursday, where she said she was “devastated” to learn of the fires.

“All the people who have been evacuated from their homes, they’ve lost their homes. The animals, the humane society, I am just so devastated. I just had to say something,” Ferguson said.

“You know that I am 100% there. I really want to know how we can help. All over the world is just so affected by this extraordinary devastation. My heart goes out to the emergency services, to all the people who are tirelessly working and have been working for all these days to try and contain the fire,” she added.

Check the LAFD website for local wildfire alerts and click here for resources on how to help those affected.

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17 Rich-Looking Sneakers to Wear Through the Airport — Michael Kors, Nike and More

10 January 2025 at 07:05

Everyone and their mother (and their brother . . . and their sister . . . and their uncle) seems to be traveling right now. Whether for a spring vacation, your niece’s wedding, a work trip or to visit your sister, chances are you’ll be passing through TSA at some point in the next few months — or at least this year.

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Dressing for the airport is challenging for many reasons, one being the ever-changing temperature. While we can’t tell you how hot (or cold) the airplane will be this time around, we can tell you that you’ll be on your feet a good amount, so proper footwear is essential! But as a fashionista, we know you don’t want just any pair of shoes.

If you’re looking for the comfiest, classiest sneakers of all time, read on! We rounded up sneakers from brands like Michael Kors, Steve Madden, Guess and Nike and more that will have you taking laps around the terminal. They’re all on Amazon!

1. Guess who?: Mocha mousse is the official Pantone Color of the Year and these Guess sneakers nail it with mocha-colored designs printed across the leather — originally $59, now $38!

2. Michael Kors: What a find! These cream-colored wedge trainers give you a slight lift without the aches and pains associated with wedges. They’re sporty, chic and stretchy — $165!

3. Sparkly as can be: If you love the finer things in life, you’ll love these retro walking shoes. They have a casual lace-up style with sparkly detailing and a subtle colorblock design — originally $40, now $37!

4. Sam Edelman: You can’t go wrong with a classic. This Layla sneaker is perfect for running through the airport or running to drop the kids at school — originally $100, now $70!

5. Balenciaga lookalike: Anyone who knows sneakers knows Balenciaga. These chunky Steve Madden sneakers look exactly like the Triple S sneaker, especially in black and tan — originally $100, now $80!

6. Almost golden: Golden Goose sneakers are ultra-trendy lately. Nobody will know these vintage-inspired star sneakers aren’t the real thing! The white gold glitter is particularly luxe — originally $95, now $76!

7. Getting taller: Versatile is an understatement with this brand new drop from DKNY. Wear them with your favorite tank top and sweatsuit — originally $129, now $112!

8. Glitz and glam: We’re all about the bells and whistles when it comes to sneakers. These flat sneakers have rhinestone embellishments, a one-inch platform and a lace-up closure — $89!

9. Sporty queen: If you want to own athleisure style, these Nike sneakers are for you. Wear them from the airport to the gym, track or trail. There’s plenty of ventilation — originally $160, now $136!

10. Calvin Klein: Nobody would ever know these aren’t real leather. This brown Carlla sneaker should be much more expensive than it is, but you won’t hear Us complaining — originally $79, now $44!

11. Trendsetter alert: Skechers are officially back in style. These sneakers have air-cooled memory foam, an airbag midsole, a perforated upper and a one-inch wedge — originally $88, now $41!

12. Total steal: We can’t believe these bestselling flat Reebok sneakers are nearly half off. Over 31,000 reviewers give them five stars — originally $55, now $33!

13. Shiny chic: Make a statement wherever your plane takes you in these high-fashion metallic tennis shoes that double as running shoes. The insoles are ultra-breathable — $40!

14. White and gold: Calvin Klein isn’t just known for jeans. Its sneakers are beyond elegant, combining smooth leather-like material with shiny detailing and gold accents — originally $99, now $56!

15. Head-turner: Don’t be surprised if everyone asks about your shoes. This Shimmer Away number from Skechers is somewhere between pink, beige and tan, perfect for aspiring rich moms — $80!

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Tennis Pro and 'Beyonce Guy' Frances Tiafoe Took Shots With Taylor Swift

10 January 2025 at 06:49
ennis Star Frances Tiafoe Took Shots With Taylor Swift Even Though Beyonce Guy
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Tennis phenom Frances Tiafoe is still in awe whenever he rubs elbows with some of the biggest names in Hollywood.

“I’m sitting there and I say it in real time [to] whoever I’m with, like, ‘I’m taking shots with Taylor Swift,’’’ Tiafoe, 26, said during the Tuesday, January 7, episode of “The Pivot” podcast. “Granted, I’m … a Beyoncé guy, but at the moment, I was like, ‘Man, this is crazy.’”

Tiafoe and his girlfriend, Ayan Broomfield, attended the Kansas City Chiefs game against the Denver Broncos in November 2024, which Swift, 35, also attended to cheer on boyfriend Travis Kelce. After the game, the couples partied in a private suite and snapped a series of now-viral social media selfies.

“She’s the biggest star out here and then, you know, Trav and [Patrick] Mahomes [are] like, ‘Yo, we got to have you in KC.’ Them saying that is wild to me and they rolled out the red carpet for me,” Tiafoe recalled. “It’s crazy ‘cause playing tennis and people want to reach out and hang out and actually do stuff. Those are the things [that] are why you do what you do.”

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Tiafoe started playing tennis at the age of 3, going pro in 2015 when he turned 17. He won his first ATP title at the 2018 Delray Beach tournament, becoming the youngest American athlete since Andy Roddick to take home the trophy. Despite his accolades and achievements on the court, Tiafoe sees his career as something larger.

“It’s who I am and what I represent, like, people relating to you,” he said on “The Pivot” episode. “Like, a lot of people can see themselves in you [and] the energy I play with, the smile I have and I’m just a regular dude. Man, I’m just a dude from Maryland who loves tennis.”

Tiafoe explained that he also has “a lot of interests outside of just hitting the tennis ball.”

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“You can feel that,” he continued. “I am who I am in every room. I’m not trying to put on for nobody else and people feel that.”

As his career took off, Tiafoe only realized the extent of his fame when he “beat [Rafael] Nadal” in the 2022 US Open tournament.

“I stepped into something different,” he added. “I went to the hotel that day, and the hotel was packed. Everybody [was] waiting for me … rather than when I checked into the hotel that day, they [were] like, ‘Oh, you here to watch the US Open?’ … It’s amazing how things can change like that.”

Jennie Garth and Ex Peter Facinelli’s Ups and Downs Through the Years

10 January 2025 at 06:40

Jennie Garth and Peter Facinelli were married for nearly 11 years before they eventually went their separate ways.

The twosome — who met on the set of 1996’s An Unfinished Affair — tied the knot in January 2001 and announced their split in March 2012.

“We both share the same deep love and devotion to our children. We remain dedicated to raising our beautiful daughters together,” Garth and Facinelli wrote in a joint statement to Us Weekly at the time, referring to their three daughters: Luca, Lola and Fiona.

Since finalizing their divorce in June 2013, the pair have tried to put their daughters first.

“We have been really putting up a good face for the world to make it seem like it’s all [seamless, but] it’s been very difficult,” Garth exclusively told Us in July 2024. “We wanted to finally tell the truth and let people know that this evolution could happen for us and it [is a] situation many people … [are dealing with].”

Scroll below to relive Garth and Facinelli’s ups and downs through the years:

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The duo met on set of the TV movie An Unfinished Affair.

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The What I Like About You alum wed the actor on January 20.

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The twosome welcomed their first child, daughter Luca Bella, on June 29.

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Their daughter Lola Ray joined the brood five years later.

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Youngest daughter Fiona was born on September 30.

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The Can’t Hardly Wait actor filed for divorce in Los Angeles after 11 years of marriage.

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The twosome’s divorce was finalized nearly one year later, and they agreed to share custody of their three children.

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“I’m not sure what we are… maybe a construction site?! fun halloween with my gorgeous husband at my ex-husband’s house #blendedfamily #ilovemyhusband #halloween,” Garth captioned an Instagram snap on Halloween, posing with Abrams inside Facinelli’s residence.

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“Once a breakup happens, you need to go through the healing process first. Love is blind and hindsight is 20/20,” Facinelli told LaPalme magazine about moving on in the outlet’s Fall 2017 issue. “People come into your life for a reason and relationships can change and just because we aren’t living together, doesn’t mean you can’t love each other. I think once, there was a time where we had to learn that we had to be able to move forward with love and respect.”

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Garth has been candid about learning to navigate coparenting with her ex. She exclusively told Us, “I learned that forgiveness is possible and time heals wounds, which is hard to believe when you’re in it, but it all works out in the end.”

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Facinelli made headlines nearly 10 years after finalizing his divorce from Garth, discussing how their relationship slowly changed ahead of their separation.
“Somebody might say something that is kind of hurtful. The other person might permit it and then they get into a habit,” he revealed on the “Allison Interviews” podcast at the time. “So, bad things can become habitual, the way you start to treat each other, giving the other person permission or an allowance to talk to you in a certain way. If that person talks to you in a certain way or does something, then all of a sudden, they feel they have permission to do that because you didn’t say, ‘That hurt my feelings.’ You didn’t speak up. All of a sudden it gets habitual, and it grows, and then you get resentful.”

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Amid the Pacific Palisades wildfires and resulting evacuations, Facinelli provided Garth and husband Dave Abrams shelter at his home with fiancée Lily Anne Harrison.
“I wanted to let you know that we are safe. Peter and his family took us in and have been so kind,” Garth said in an Instagram video. “I am deeply saddened for our city and just feel numb. Our home was spared but so much to clean up and ready to get active to help our neighbors and friends and fellow Angelinos. … I am grateful we are all OK and have a home to return to.”

Camille Grammer Reacts After Glenn Close Performs Dorit's 'RHOBH' Rant

10 January 2025 at 06:39
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Camille Grammar is more on board with Glenn Close calling her a “stupid c—” than Dorit Kemsley.

Eight-time Oscar nominee Close, 77, appeared on the Thursday, January 9, episode of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen and agreed to offer her own take on Kemsley’s “profanity-laced tirade” against Grammer during a recent episode of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

“Awesome! Epic. Glenn for the win!” Grammer, 56, commented on the WWHL Instagram post, which showed Close’s dramatic “Clubhouse Playhouse” performance. “I had the privilege of meeting Glenn years ago with my ex-husband. She was lovely and very down earth.”

Kemsley yelled the c-word several times (and so did Close) during a verbal altercation with Grammer during the December 17 episode of RHOBH. Curses started flying after Kemsley started arguing with fellow cast member Sutton Stracke. (Kemsley and Stracke’s tension has continued throughout the season.)

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Grammer noted that she was “sorry to butt in” but felt like she had to share her opinion about Kemsley.

“Years ago, my house burned down. I lost my house, I lost my assistant of many many years and I didn’t get a lot of compassion or empathy from some — especially Dorit,” she said. (Grammer’s Malibu mansion was destroyed in the Woolsey fire of 2018; in an unrelated incident her longtime assistant Scott MacLean died around the same time.)

Kemsley responded: “Honey, you were a total c— to me.”

She continued with a rant that became the script for Close’s scenery-chewing monologue on Thursday’s WWHL.

“You were a total c— to me. I called you a stupid c—. Not a f—ing c—. I did it as a joke. I said you’re a stupid c— as a joke. You know I did. It was a joke. You knew it. You always knew it, Camille,” Kemsley said. “And you just used it because you needed a moment. You’ve always needed a moment. Where have you been Camille? What are you doing here? You need a moment?”

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In her confessional Kemsley continued: “Once upon a time, I regretted calling Camille [spells out c—]. Now, I feel like Camille’s a stupid f—ing c—.”

For context, Kemsley first referred to Grammer as a “stupid c—” while on the sauce during a dinner filmed for RHOBH season 8 back in year 2017.

“Dorit, everyone’s entitled to act stupid once in a while, but you really abuse the privilege,” Grammer said during her confessional at the time.

New episodes of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills air on Bravo Tuesdays at 8 p.m. Stream old episodes anytime on Peacock.

Robbie Williams Credits Taylor Swift for Inspiring Sweet Fan Movement

10 January 2025 at 06:30
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Robbie Williams is grateful Taylor Swift has revived a trend that was popular in the ’80s and ’90s — because it’s become a symbol of connecting with his own fan base.

In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly to promote his new film, Better Man, Williams, 50, dished on his favorite gifts that he’s received from fans. “Well, Taylor Swift has started this thing with these bead wristband things,” the British pop star told Us, referring to friendship bracelets. “I quite like that people are bringing in these bracelets.”

In “You’re on Your Own, Kid” from Swift’s 2022 album, Midnights, the Grammy winner, 35, sings, “So make the friendship bracelets, take the moment and taste it,” and during the Eras Tour, Swifties everywhere — including Selena Gomez, Jennifer Garner, Kyle Richards, Flavor Flav, Paula Abdul, Ashley Greene and Mindy Kaling — took that lyric literally by creating their own friendship bracelets to share during the concerts.

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After spending his formative years in Take That and enjoying a massively successful solo career, Williams is thankful to be able to show his appreciation for the fans who have been along with him every step of the way.

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“It’s very sweet, and a representation of something that I’m very grateful to, which is people buying a ticket to come and see me,” the “Angels” singer continued. “It’s a representation of them and me, and it’s an unusual relationship that we have. It’s nontraditional.”

Noting that the only time he takes the accessories off are when he attends awards ceremonies, he added of rocking the jewelry on a daily basis, “It’s a way of me accepting their gratitude — and me having gratitude to them by existing on my body.”

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Williams’ fans are also coming out in droves to watch Better Man, a musical fantasy film exploring the ups and downs of his decades-spanning career. Though musical biopics are nothing new, what sets Better Man apart is that Williams is depicted by a CGI monkey — a risk inspired by Michael Gracey’s conversations with the singer, who would refer to himself as the animal while talking about his career.

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Better Man is the one movie Williams could watch for the rest of his life — “I’m not just saying that for promo,” he told Us — and his favorite moment is the same one that fans can’t stop talking about: “The Rock DJ choreography scene on Regent Street,” he said of the now-viral moment featuring his character dancing in London.

Better Man is in theaters now.

Why Did King Charles' Cousin Lord Ivar Mention Meghan, Harry on 'Traitors'?

10 January 2025 at 06:30
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Lord Ivar Mountbatten lived up to his name by finding a way to bring up Meghan Markle and Prince Harry during his first scene on season 3 of The Traitors.

During the premiere, which was released on Thursday, January 9, Ivar, 61, was asked what made him a public figure. “I was born with a very nice last name. Mountbatten,” he noted. “It is one of the royal family’s surnames.”

Ivar noted the connection to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, adding, “Harry and Meghan’s children are called Mountbatten-Windsor. [King Charles III] is my second cousin.”

The British aristocrat recalled making headlines that put him into the spotlight.

How Is The Traitors' Lord Ivar Mountbatten Related to the Royal Family?

“I was married for 17 years to a woman and I had three kids,” he said about his ex-wife, Penny Mountbatten. “Then we parted company and I married a bloke [James Coyle]. Because I have a famous last name, it was all over the newspapers.”

Despite not being a working member of the royal family, Ivar was considered as such by his fellow contestants. Chrishell Stause said the royals need “a little queerness” in response to Ivar’s revelation about his personal life while Bob the Drag Queen called Ivar “the first gay royal.”

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Ivar wasn’t always on friendly terms with the rest of the cast though. By the end of the second episode, the first group elimination almost led to Ivar being voted off. The tense conversation caused Bob the Drag Queen to explain his reason for choosing Ivar as a possible Traitor.

“If there is anyone who can keep a secret, it is a royal,” he quipped to Ivar.

Ivar’s connection to the royals is through his dad, David Mountbatten, who is the 3rd Marquess of Milford Haven. Ivar is the grandson of Prince George of Battenberg and the great-great-great-grandson of Queen Victoria. His father was the cousin of Prince Philip who married Queen Elizabeth II in 1947, making Ivar the first cousin once removed of Philip, a third cousin once removed of Elizabeth and Charles’ second cousin.

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Before joining The Traitors, Ivar opened up about how he considered Philip a father figure.

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“In later years, I would sit with him and ask endless questions about my father. It was wonderful to have someone who could tell me everything about him,” Ivar, whose dad died in 1970, said to The Telegraph in April 2021. “Prince Philip was a wonderful listener; you could tell him anything as long as you were being honest and forthright. He was happy to listen to your thoughts. But if he had some advice he thought you ought to hear, he’d give it to you.”

New episodes of The Traitors are released on Peacock Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET.

Christina Haack Says She'd Only Get Married Again After 5-Year Engagement

10 January 2025 at 06:00

Christina Haack is not ruling out walking down the aisle for a fourth time.

“I’ll always love love,” Haack, 41, exclusively told Us Weekly in the latest cover story. “I probably will [get married again] eventually. But, not anytime soon.”

According to the HGTV star, she would need to “be engaged for a minimum of, like, five years” first.

Haack was married to her first husband, Tarek El Moussa, from 2006 to 2016 after meeting as colleagues in the California real estate industry. Together, they share daughter Taylor, 14, and son Brayden, 9.

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Two years later, Haack moved on with Ant Anstead and they wed in 2018 after several months together. She and Anstead, 45, ultimately split in 2020 one year after welcoming son Hudson, 5. After their breakup, Haack started dating Joshua Hall in 2021 and got engaged within months. They tied the knot in April 2022 before calling it quits two years later in July 2024.

In her Us cover story with Tarek, 43, and his wife, Heather Rae El Moussa, Haack detailed how she has coped amid the divorce from Hall.

“I’ve been very busy, which is probably a blessing,” she told Us. “It’s really been a big growth period.”

Haack is busy with raising — and coparenting — her three children, running her design business and starring in multiple HGTV series including The Flip Off. With all that on her plate, dating is not yet on her mind.

Christina Haack Says She Would Need to Be Engaged for 5 Years to Get Married Again
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“I’m terrified of men,” Haack quipped, adding she’s not ready to dive back into the dating pool. “I’m taking a break and spending time with my girlfriends and my kids.”

Tarek and Heather, 37, have also seen Haack’s continued growth since she ended her marriage.

“[The dynamic is] better,” Heather, who married Tarek in 2021, told Us. “Not to be mean, but he definitely didn’t have the best personality. So, it’s like a breath of fresh air — and [Christina is] in a really good place.”

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Tarek and Heather, who share 23-month-old son Tristan, reunited with Haack on screen for The Flip Off, where they competed in dueling renovation projects. Hall, 41, was slated to be on Haack’s team before he was cut from participation amid their divorce.

“This isn’t Josh’s show. No one’s going to miss that he’s not in it,” Haack said. “Josh is not a TV host, he’s not a house flipper, he’s not a designer. He was just my husband in it. With Tarek, we built everything together, and I still have respect for him. I have no respect for Josh.”

The Flip Off premieres on HGTV Wednesday, January 29, at 8 p.m. ET.

For more on The Flip Off, watch the exclusive video above and pick up the latest issue of Us Weekly — on newsstands now.

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Jeff Baena's Death Is 'Impossible to Believe,' Fellow Director Says

10 January 2025 at 05:57
Director Alex Ross Perry Mourns Late Friend Jeff Baena After Death at 47
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Director Alex Ross Perry is remembering his bond with the late Jeff Baena.

“I’ve struggled for days on how to summarize my friendship with Jeff Baena into just a few paragraphs. I could write more. I should,” Perry, 40, wrote via Instagram on Wednesday, January 8. “But Jeff wouldn’t write that much: he’d want a concise outline with the basic idea, and then to riff and expand upon it in the moment later.”

He added, “But there is no later, and that is impossible to believe. There will be no ‘Next time I stay at Jeff and Aubrey’s house,’ which I did countless times. If you’ve seen me in L.A. in the last 10 years, it is probably because Jeff gave me a place to stay. He fed me. He made amazing smoothies. Ordered delivery from places he knew I liked but wouldn’t have time to go to.”

Us Weekly confirmed on January 4 that Baena died by suicide one day prior at age 47. He is survived by wife Aubrey Plaza, his parents and his siblings.

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“There will be no next time for an inexplicable and huge Magpies delivery waiting for me,” Perry continued his lengthy tribute. “There will be no rematch in Scrabble — he will remain undefeated against me, and I am great at Scrabble. He knew words other people didn’t. He possessed facts that were so esoteric, they couldn’t be fact-checked. He had opinions that were so baffling as to be definite.”

Perry wrote that Baena “believed in me more than most people” when it came to his own directorial career.

“It’s hard to think about the totality of support and enthusiasm you receive from a friend over a decade,” Perry added. “From putting me in Joshy to making sure I had an episode of his experimental, pandemic show Cinema Toast (the reason I am in the DGA), he always wanted me to be working, and for us to be working together. I loved all of the ideas he has been telling me about upcoming movies and stories he wanted to make and share. They were weird. They were unusual. And they were typical Jeff.”

Perry credited Baena for being the one who “brought [him] together with a lot of wonderful talented people” in the industry.

“I hope my connections to them endure, and that we always talk about him,” Perry concluded. “We are all better for having known Jeff.”

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Perry is among the many stars — including Plaza, 40 — who have publicly addressed Baena’s death.

“This is an unimaginable tragedy,” Plaza’s rep said in a statement on behalf of the actress and her family in a statement to Us on Monday, January 6. “We are deeply grateful to everyone who has offered support. Please respect our privacy during this time.”

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.

'Today' Control Room Pulls 1 Last Prank on Hoda Kotb on Her Last Day

10 January 2025 at 05:27
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The Today show crew is preparing to say their final goodbye as Hoda Kotb hosts her last show on Friday, January 10.

After seven years in the co-anchor seat next to Savannah Guthrie, Kotb is officially retiring.

But before she signs off for the last time and leaves her anchor chair behind, the people in the Today show control room pulled one last prank on Kotb.

After coming back from break following the first half hour of the show, Guthrie began the script.

“We’re back at 7:30 it’s Friday morning,” Guthrie said. “And it’s a day of mixed emotions as we get ready to say goodbye to an icon here at 30 Rock.”

“Let’s face it, all around the world we’ll be counting down to it,” Guthrie continued as she began to giggle and the cameras panned their way over to the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree that is still lit up and standing behind the Today studio in New York City.

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“Yes, our beloved Christmas tree is coming down tomorrow.”

The prank turned what would have been tears into belly laughs as Kotb, Guthrie and Kotb’s successor Craig Melvin realized Guthrie wasn’t talking about Kotb but the iconic Christmas tree so many people travel to see each holiday season.

“What? Did you think we were talking about something else?” Guthrie joked as Kotb buried her face in her hands.

Guthrie and Melvin praised the control room for their mood-lightening joke.

“Brilliant,” Melvin added. “They had to have one last crack at you,” Guthrie said to Kotb on behalf of those in the control room.

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Kotb decision to retire comes after celebrating her 60th birthday on the Today plaza.

She said she saw her career so clearly and knew it was time to shift her focus to her beloved mom and her two young daughters.

Prior to her final broadcast, Kotb took to Instagram to share a quick message, writing, “How lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.”

Brandon Routh and Courtney Ford Address Divorce After 17 Years of Marriage

10 January 2025 at 05:07

Actors Brandon Routh and Courtney Ford are speaking out after they ended their decades-long marriage.

“To everyone who has loved and supported us, we have some personal news to share. After 21 years together and 17 years of marriage, we have decided to begin a new journey and enter this next chapter as friends and coparents,” Routh, 45, and Ford, 46, wrote in a Thursday, January 9, Instagram statement.

They added, “We are now and forever rooting for each other as we move through this wild adventure called life. Our son is, and will always be, our highest priority and we appreciate your understanding of this transition.”

Routh and Ford got married in 2007 before welcoming 12-year-old son Leo. Us Weekly confirmed earlier this week that the former Dexter actress filed for divorce after two decades together. In her petition, Ford requested joint legal and physical custody of Leo as well as spousal support from Routh.

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Routh and Ford initially felt “ridiculous” publicly sharing their divorce news amid the ongoing wildfires devastating Los Angeles.

“We were focused on grabbing our go-bags and evacuating yesterday. It feels ridiculous to post this statement with fires still raging,” the estranged couple captioned their Instagram post. “We are safe, but in shock and grief for our friends who have lost their homes and businesses.”

They concluded, “Our hearts break for our community devastated by the ongoing fires. We love you Los Angeles❤.”

Since Tuesday, January 7, L.A. has been ravaged by a string of wildfires in the Pacific Palisades that impacted many celebrity residences. Other stars have also sought shelter outside the city limits in accordance with evacuation protocols.

Neither Ford nor Routh have further shared an update on their family during the fires.

The Superman Returns star and Ford met at Hollywood’s Lucky Strike bowling alley when he worked as a bartender. After three years of dating, Routh proposed in 2006. They wed the next year.

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Both Ford and Routh routinely shared updates on their life with Leo via social media.

“The man, the myth, the Legend,” Ford gushed in June 2021, sharing a pic of Routh and Leo. “#HappyFathersDay from Spider-Man and me. Thank you for our family @brandonjrouth ❤.”

Two years later, Routh returned to the favor on Mother’s Day.

“She’s a ride-or-die friend and a mom who’s all in,” he wrote via Instagram in May 2023. “I’m so grateful that Leo has @courtneyfordhere, who jumps feet first into living, giving him permission and unconditional love to be fully himself.”

Check the LAFD website for local wildfire alerts and click here for resources on how to help those affected.

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Winter TV Preview 2025: Inside Must-Watch New and Returning Shows

10 January 2025 at 05:00

The winter TV schedule is overflowing with highly anticipated premieres and returns including The Pitt, Severance, The White Lotus and more.

HBO’s The Pitt, which premieres in January, marks Noah Wyle‘s return to medical dramas 15 years after his role as John Carter on ER. The series is described as “a realistic examination of the challenges facing healthcare workers in today’s America as seen through the lens of the frontline heroes working in a modern-day hospital in Pittsburgh.”

The first season offers a unique glimpse into working as a medical professional with 15 episodes showcasing 15 hours of one shift. In addition to Wyle, The Pitt stars Tracy Ifeachor, Patrick Marron Ball, Supriya Ganesh, Fiona Dourif, Taylor Dearden, Isa Briones, Gerran Howell, Shabana Azeez and Katherine LaNasa.

Hulu is also expanding its media library with Paradise. The upcoming drama reunites This Is Us creator Dan Fogelman with Sterling K. Brown on a show shrouded with mystery. Paradise features a star-studded cast including Julianne Nicholson, James Marsden and Sarah Shahi.

Scroll on for more new and returning shows this winter:

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Selling the City introduced Us to the latest reality show from Selling Sunset creator Adam DiVello. The series follows Eleonora Srugo's real estate group at Douglas Elliman, which consists of Taylor Middleton, Jade Chan, Abigail Godfrey, Jordyn Taylor Braff, Gisselle Meneses Nunez and Justin Tuinstra. Former Million Dollar Listing New York's Steve Gold, who currently works for The Corcoran Group, also makes various appearances throughout the season. (January 3)

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The Fox medical drama is based on Italian TV series Nelle tue mani about a doctor who loses her memory in a car accident and wakes up to find her entire life has changed. Molly Parker leads the cast of Doc alongside Omar Metwally, Amirah Vann, Jon Ecker, Anya Banerjee, Scott Wolf and Patrick Walker. (January 7)
 

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Tim Allen returns to sitcoms after success with Home Improvement and Last Man Standing. This time around, Allen plays a widowed father named Matt while fellow comedy star Kat Dennings is his estranged daughter, Riley. (January 8)

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The hit reality series brings together stars from different franchises as they compete in a mafia-style game for up to $250,000. Season 3 of The Traitors features Robyn Dixon, Dolores Catania, Dorinda Medley, Chanel Ayan, Wells Adams, Gabby Windey and Ciara Miller. The competition series also stars Chrishell Stause, Rob Mariano (Boston Rob), Jeremy Collins, Carolyn Wiger, Tony Vlachos, Bob the Drag Queen, Britney Haynes and Danielle Reyes. Bob Harper, Dylan Efron, Lord Ivar Mountbatten, Sam Asghari and Nikki Bella make up the rest of the cast. (January 9)
 

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HBO's The Pitt follows the daily lives of healthcare professionals in a Pittsburgh hospital as they juggle personal crises, workplace politics and the emotional toll of treating critically ill patients. (January 9)

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In Wolf Entertainment’s first scripted streaming series, On Call is a gritty drama that utilizes bodycam, dash-camera and cellphone footage to follow cops in the field with Troian Bellisario, Brandon Larracuente, Lori Loughlin and Eriq La Salle in leading roles. (January 9)

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R.L. Stine's literary work continues to grow with season 2 of the anthology series introducing a new cast and story centered around twins Cece (Jayden Bartels) and Devin (Sam McCarthy) who are sent to spend a summer in Brooklyn with their divorced dad (David Schwimmer). They quickly realize that dark secrets are among them, with Schwimmer’s character specifically taking inspiration from the book Stay Out of the Basement about a dad who does plant-testing until things take a turn. (January 10)
 

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Kitty's (Anna Cathcart) adventures in South Korea continue as she navigates her feelings for Min-Ho (Sang Heon Lee) and Yuri (Gia Kim) on season 2 of the hit Netflix series. (January 16)

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Fans have been waiting since 2022; at last, the sinister Lumon Industries is back in business! After employees agreed the company could literally separate their work and home selves, some memories were revealed to the "innies" played by Adam Scott etc — and there will be consequences for the higher-ups. Watch for Gwendoline Christie and Alia Shawkat. (January 17)
 

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The first 9-1-1 spinoff is wrapping up its fifth and final season after remaining but the franchise will expand elsewhere with cocreators Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Tim Minear hinting at another location setting the scene for a new spinoff. (January 20)
 

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On The Night Agent, the FBI’s Peter Sutherland (Gabriel Basso) has ditched phone duty and works for Night Action (alongside Brittany Snow’s Alice). But wait, could there be a mole? (January 23)

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Pencil this in after Elsbeth and Matlock as the latest in CBS’ run of intriguing, slightly quirky crime dramas. Morris Chestnut plays the title character, who, after the death of Sherlock Holmes at the hand of the detective’s iconic foe, Moriarty, is in Pittsburgh puzzling out medical mysteries à la Hugh Laurie’s House. We’re just gonna ask: Is Holmes really dead? (January 26)
 

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Grant Ellis is the newest Bachelor looking for The One after being eliminated from Jenn Tran's season of The Bachelorette. (January 27)

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According to the official synopsis, Paradise is set in a "serene community inhabited by some of the world's most prominent individuals." But their tranquility explodes "when a shocking murder occurs and a high-stakes investigation unfolds." (January 28)

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The stakes have never been higher as Matty (Kathy Bates) runs the risk of getting exposed amid her secret investigation into Jacobson Moore. Elsewhere, Olympia (Skye P. Marshall) and Julian (Jason Ritter) try to figure out the next chapter in their relationship. (January 30)
 

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Netflix has hit it big with spy guys in the past year, so new cases can’t come urgently enough! On The Recruit, CIA lawyer Owen Hendricks (Noah Centineo) was more sloppy than James Bond– savvy in protecting a former asset, so he has to prove himself on a South Korean mission with a badass intelligence agent (Teo Yoo). (January 30)

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Melissa Roxburgh is back on our TV screens after Manifest with a crime procedural that follows a team of investigators assembled to track down and capture the most dangerous killers ever seen after they escape from a top-secret prison that's not supposed to exist. (February 3)

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After waiting for more than a year, Sweet Magnolias is finally back for season 4 as we check in with Maddie (JoAnna Garcia Swisher), Dana Sue (Brooke Elliott) and Helen (Heather Headley) in the fictional South Carolina town of Serenity. (February 6)

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Hilary Swank and Joel McHale step into the fray for the wild drama's third season, which arrives with the tagline "The Past Will Come Back to Haunt You." Yes, lives are threatened in the present day, while the 1990s flashbacks to teen girls stranded in the wilderness could see a meltdown — and not just in terms of the snow. (February 14)

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Hopefully the rest of season 2 will answer every burning question we have about Gina's disappearance so Colter (Justin Hartley) can solve his only cold case. (February 16)
 

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Season 3 is set in Thailand, featuring another star-studded cast that includes Leslie Bibb, Carrie Coon, Walton Goggins, Sarah Catherine Hook, Jason Isaacs, Lalisa Manobal, Michelle Monaghan, Sam Nivola, Lek Patravadi, Parker Posey, Natasha Rothwell, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Tayme Thapthimthong and Aimee Lou Wood. (February 16)

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The procedural follows a sister (Leighton Meester) and brother (Luke Cook) detective team as they deal with colorful residents, a serious lack of resources and their very complicated dynamic with each other and their police chief father, played by Clancy Brown. (February 19)
 

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The limited series is described as a political conspiracy thriller centering on a devastating global cyberattack with Robert De Niro, Lizzy Caplan, Jesse Plemons, Connie Britton, Bill Camp, Dan Stevens, Angela Bassett and more. (February 20)

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A spinoff was inevitable after the OG Suits — with Gabriel Macht, Patrick J. Adams and Meghan Markle at an NYC law firm — monopolized Netflix in 2023. In Suits: LA, Stephen Amell’s Ted Black is a former East Coast prosecutor (his exit is a bit of a mystery) whose West Coast firm is in crisis. Josh McDermitt and Bryan Greenberg costar — and Macht has hinted at a return for suave Harvey Specter. (February 22)

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The third season picks up after an intense cliffhanger as the core four face more major life changes. (February 23)

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Season 2 centers on Spencer's (Brandon Sklena) arduous journey home as he races against time to save his family — and the Dutton legacy — in Montana. (February 23)

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The upcoming series stars Melissa Fumero, Aja Naomi King, AnnaSophia Robb and Ben Rappaport in a show about four members of a suburban gardening club who share a murderous secret. (February 23)

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According to the synopsis, Beyond the Gates takes place in a "posh gated community" in "one of the most affluent African American counties" just outside of Washington, D.C. The Duprees are at the center of the show as "the very definition of Black royalty" in the luxurious Fairmont Crest community. (February 24)

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Will the second half of Doctor Odyssey's debut season reveal whether Max (Joshua Jackson) or Tristan (Sean Teale) are the father of Avery's (Phillipa Soo) unborn baby? One can only hope. (March 6)
 

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Inspired by The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House by Kate Andersen Brower, the series revolves around a fictional murder scandal involving the staff of the White House. Uzo Aduba leads the cast, which also features Randall Park, Giancarlo Esposito, Susan Kelechi Watson, Jane Curtin, Jason Lee, Ken Marino and more. (March 20)

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The Studio follows a legacy Hollywood movie studio striving to survive in a world where it is increasingly difficult for art and business to live together. Seth Rogen, Catherine O'Hara, Kathryn Hahn, Ike Barinholtz, Chase Sui Wonders and more make up the cast. (March 26)

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From the always funny Mindy Kaling: Kate Hudson shoots and scores as Isla Gordon, the unlikely new boss of the family-owned L.A. Waves basketball team. She knows the game, but her brothers (Justin Theroux, Scott MacArthur and Drew Tarver) don't exactly have her back. But as she orchestrates her first big deal and checks players' egos, you will cheer just like you did for Ted Lasso. (winter 2025)
 

Revewers Say These Amazon Lounge Pants Get '5 Stars in Every Category'

10 January 2025 at 04:40

Contrary to what you may have been told, being picky — with certain things — is okay. Actually, it can be a very good thing! Who you spend your time with, what you spend money on and how you spend free time are just a few valid instances, but there is perhaps no better example than shopping. When it comes to what’s stuck on your body all day, being picky is positive!

Pants are even more personal. If you’ve ever bought a pair of pants that is cute, but not comfortable, you know how quickly they work their way to the back of your closet. Striking the balance between stylish and comfortable is tough, however it’s a worthwhile venture if you want to look and feel your best. Be picky with your pants!

11 Comfy Knit Pants That Are Beyond Flattering — Starting at $15

In pursuit of the “perfect” pair, we scoured the internet and found this stunning pair of dusty pink lounge pants on Amazon; we knew we had to try them out. We’re so glad we did! These pants are suitable for style and comfort enthusiasts alike. Made of a thick polyester, viscose and elastane blend, these trendy lounge pants are guaranteed to keep you warm this winter. And don’t worry, you won’t overheat! The pants are designed to be breathable, loose and lightweight.

A mid-rise design, drawstring waist, wide-leg style and ultra-soft material are just a few highlights of these darling pants. They even have pockets! Exposed seams and an elasticized waistband flatter your body, making your legs look longer while minimizing your waist — no squeezing involved.

The versatile style can be made professional, sporty or lounge-y depending on what you wear them with. For an everyday look, try pairing these pants with a fitted long-sleeve shirt, chunky white sneakers and your favorite handbag. If you’re going for a professional look, you can wear these pants with a half-tucked blouse, a blazer, jewelry and the dressy shoes of your choosing. The possibilities are endless!

“I am obsessed with these pants!!! So comfy and warm!!!!” One reviewer writes. “They are very well made and surprisingly thick,” another shares. “These are not simple everyday sweat pants – these are stylish pants.  It’s very likely they will last quite a while.”

If you love the style but not the dusty pink hue, there are nine other luxe-looking colors to choose from. Keep in mind that the pants run long, so you may want to order a size down or get them adjusted if needed!

Get the Dokotoo Wide-Leg Casual Pants for $37 on Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication, January 10, 2024, but are subject to change.

Not what you’re looking for? Shop other pants on Amazon and don’t forget to shop Amazon’s Daily Deals here!

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