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Today — 19 May 2025Us Weekly News

Jeff Sperbeck's Son Pays Tribute After Fatal John Elway Golf Car Accident

19 May 2025 at 00:04

The son of NFL legend John Elway’s longtime friend and agent, Jeff Sperbeck, is breaking his silence following his dad’s death.

Sperbeck, who was 62, died in April after falling from a golf cart driven by Elway, 64, at the Madison Club in La Quinta, California.

Sperbeck’s son, Jackson, paid tribute to his father via Instagram on Sunday, May 18, sharing a series of photos of him and Sperbeck through the years, including a sweet picture of Sperbeck carrying Jackson as a child on his shoulders. Other photos show Sperbeck hitting the dancefloor at a family event and enjoying ice cream with his kids.

“Your footsteps gave me direction. I’ll walk the rest with purpose,” Jackson captioned the carousel. “I love you dad.”

Sperbeck is survived by his wife, Cori, and three children, Sam, Carly and Jackson.

Earlier this month, TMZ reported that Sperbeck’s cause of death was ruled as blunt head trauma, citing the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. His death was ruled an accident.

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“I am absolutely devastated and heartbroken by the passing of my close friend, business partner and agent Jeff Sperbeck,” Elway said in a statement on April 30. “There are no words to truly express the profound sadness I feel with the sudden loss of someone who has meant so much to me.”

“My heart and deepest sympathies go out to Jeff’s wife, Cori; his children Carly, Sam and Jackson; and everyone who knew and loved him,” the statement continued. “Jeff will be deeply missed for the loyalty, wisdom, friendship and love he brought into my life and the lives of so many others.”

Sperbeck’s family also issued a statement over the longtime sports agent’s death the same day.

“We are deeply saddened to share the passing of our beloved Jeff Sperbeck. He was a wonderful father, husband, brother, son and friend to many and will be profoundly missed by all,” the family said. “We are grieving this unimaginable loss as a family alongside our dearest friends the Elways and the many other clients Jeff called friends.”

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The family noted that they are “grateful for the overwhelming outpouring of support” they’ve received from the public, but concluded by asking for privacy at this time.

Elway’s professional relationship with Sperbeck dates back to 1990, seven years into the quarterback’s NFL career. The two became close friends during Elway’s playing days, and they cofounded the wine brand 7Cellars together in 2015.

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Gwyneth Paltrow Defends Her Controversial Vagina Candle: ‘Go F*** Yourself’

18 May 2025 at 22:44

Gwyneth Paltrow stands by one of her most controversial Goop product creations — the ‘This Smells Like My Vagina’ candle.

Quizzed over the product, which was unveiled via her lifestyle website in 2020, during an appearance at the 2025 Mindvalley Manifesting Summit in Los Angeles on Saturday, May 17, Paltrow addressed the negative attention it attracted.

“You know, that product is so fascinating,” the actress, 52, said, as captured in an Instagram video posted by the summit’s official account on Sunday, May 18. “It took us a long time to live that one down, but I kept it on the site because there is an aspect to women’s sexuality that I think … we’re socialized to feel a lot of shame. And I sort of loved this kind of punk rock idea.”

Paltrow concluded, “We are beautiful and we are awesome and go f*** yourself.”

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The product, which sparked its own 2022 spinoff candle titled “Hands Off My Vagina,” nodding to reproductive freedom, was originally launched in a quest to empower the website’s female fanbase.

Paltrow told Us Weekly in September 2020, “You grew up getting messaging around the feminine care that was heavily scented with synthetic fragrance and all this kind of thing. I just felt like it was time to make a bit of a feminist statement around accepting who we are and our femininity.”

She added at the time, “I feel like once people get past the initial shock of it and you really start to unpack what it means and what it’s saying, it’s pretty cool.”

Paltrow’s weekend discussion also revisited how the product originated, with the Shakespeare in Love actress telling guests, “We were messing around with different scents one day and I smelled something and I was like, ‘Oh, that smells like…’, you know,” she explained.

“I was joking. And then [Douglas Little, Heretic perfumer and Goop collaborator] was like, ‘Oh, we should make that a candle and put it on the site,’” Paltrow continued.

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Paltrow has never shied away from buckling societal confines, recently revealing that her two children, daughter Apple, 21, and son, Moses, 19, appreciate the way they’ve been raised. (Paltrow shares both children with ex-husband Chris Martin and she married Brad Falchuk in 2018.)

“They are very proud of the iconoclastic approach that we have taken in the past,” Paltrow told E! News in an article published on Monday, May 12. “Looking back, there are always things that we used to write about [at Goop] where people were like, ‘Oh my gosh, what is this?’ And now they’re so mainstream. My kids are really proud of the fact that we’re always kind of first in this space.”

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TikToker Emilie Kiser’s Son Dies After Found Unconscious in Pool

18 May 2025 at 21:28

Influencer Emilie Kiser’s 3-year-old son, Trigg, has died.

Us Weekly confirmed via the Chandler, Arizona, Police Department on Sunday, May 18, that the child passed away “earlier this afternoon.” He was pulled out of a backyard pool on the evening of Monday, May 12.

The statement to Us continued, “The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident remain ongoing. This is still an open investigation. Out of respect for the family’s privacy, we will not be releasing additional details until the investigation is closed.”

Chandler Fire Department told Arizona’s 12 News on Wednesday, May 14, that a 3-year-old boy was in critical condition after being discovered. According to the department, police officers got to the residence first and began CPR on the unconscious boy before firefighters arrived and took over.

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The boy was then flown to Phoenix Children’s Hospital for treatment.

While the boy was not identified initially, rumors began to circulate online that suggested the boy could be Kiser’s son after her followers noticed the popular influencer, who is located in Arizona, had not posted a TikTok video in more than two days.

“Emily i hope you are okay. i feel sick!! 😭,” one follower wrote in the comments section of Kiser’s latest morning routine TikTok video that featured Trigg, her newborn son, Teddy, and husband Brady.

“Please be a bad rumor 😭 I’m sick,” another person said, while a third added, “I’m sending you so much love Emily. 🤍

Kiser, who has amassed 3.1 million followers on TikTok and more than 1 million on Instagram, is known for her relatable videos on the day-to-day experiences of being a wife and mother.

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After welcoming Trigg in July 2021, Kiser and Brady announced they were expecting baby No. 2 in September 2024.

“WE GOTTA BABY GROWING🕊🤍,” Kiser wrote via Instagram alongside a photo of herself with Brady and Trigg holding a sonogram photo. “We can not wait to add another angel to our family. Whatever you are, we love you so much already🥹.”

The couple welcomed son Teddy in March, which Kiser announced via Instagram. “We love you so much and our hearts feel like they are going to burst,” she wrote at the time, sharing a series of photos from the hospital birth. “I am so grateful for a smooth delivery, a healthy baby, and the best husband. Could not have done it without my rock @bradykiser. The love I have for my boys is infinite.”

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Jessica Simpson Sings on ‘American Idol’ in 1st TV Appearance in 15 Years

18 May 2025 at 20:56

Jessica Simpson returned to television screens following a 15-year absence.

Simpson, 44, performed during the Sunday, May 18, American Idol finale, hitting the stage to deliver two tracks: her new song “Blame Me” and her famed 2005 rendition of “These Boots Are Made For Walkin,” a reimagining of Nancy Sinatra’s 1966 hit.

The “Boots” performance saw Simpson team up with Josh King, who was earlier eliminated in season 23, much to the delight of the filming’s full house.

Idol host Ryan Seacrest confirmed that the performance, which drew a standing ovation from judges Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richie, was Simpson’s first “TV appearance” in 15 years.

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Simpson’s return also attracted mammoth applause from the crowd as she rocked the room in a bronze sparkly dress that featured a high slit.

Simpson took to Instagram earlier on Sunday to reveal preparations ahead of her performance. Sharing a video that captured her name written across her trailer door, the singer then revealed herself entering the trailer in a slouchy black knit and oversized sunglasses.

Simpson cheekily poked her tongue out at the camera before flashing a wide grin.

The reality series’ finale saw Jamal Roberts crowned the winner of American Idol, beating out John Foster and Breanna Nix as America’s favorite singer. The episode started with the trio performing Queen’s “We Are the Champions” before Seacrest, 50, reminded viewers that voting was officially open.

Simpson joined a major roll call of celebrity performances during the evening which included Good Charlotte, Goo Goo Dolls, Brandon Lake, Salt-N-Pepa and more.

As Simpson continues her return to the spotlight, she is sharing her journey via her socials, revealing recently that she’s found an unusual hack to help her vocal cords.

“It’s, like, this Chinese herb thing and I’m, like, ‘I don’t know. My vocal coach told me to drink it,’” Simpson told her fans in a March 28 Instagram video before revealing that the ingredient was “snake sperm.”

She succinctly captioned the video, “🎤🐍🧪.”

Simpson recently released her first record in 15 years, an EP titled Nashville Canyon, Part 1, and took to Instagram in March to reveal its origins and her inspiration. “I sing because I’m happy, I sing because I’m free. His eyes are on the sparrow and I know He watches me,” she wrote at the time. “God told me I needed to feel the fear and do it anyway as I’m moving into my truth while embracing the beauty of uncertainty.”

Simpson continued, “#NashvilleCanyon is the result of learning to hear my heart again, free from industry expectations. It’s about surrendering, letting my voice be my main guide, and trusting the journey ahead. Always inviting God into the room where music creates itself, with a voice that communicates on a spiritual level of grace without fear and allowing the music to be my main voice.”

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Brittany Mahomes Wows in Strapless Gown During Red Carpet Appearance

18 May 2025 at 20:08

Brittany Mahomes dialled up the glamour in a red carpet appearance alongside husband Patrick Mahomes.

Brittany, 29, took to Instagram on Sunday, May 18, to share photos of herself and Patrick, also 29, attending a gala event as part of The Patrick Mahomes 15 and The Mahomies Foundation Vegas Gold Classic, staged in Vegas from Wednesday, May 14, to Friday, May 16.

The carousel showed off Brittany’s strapless navy floor length gown which featured a long split to one side, as well as Patrick’s navy pinstripe suit paired with a white shirt. Brittany captioned the post, “Thank you to everyone who came out to support @15andmahomies ! Truly means the world to us to have so many amazing people that show up and support @15andmahomies 🙏🏻❤.”

Another snap in the carousel showed the Chiefs quarterback gazing adoringly at his wife, with whom he shares three children, daughter, Sterling, 4, son, Bronze, 2, and daughter Golden, 4 months, while another showed the couple smiling at one another as they posed for more photos.

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The final photos in the post showed Brittany leaning cuddling into Patrick’s chest as the pair both looked into the camera, in addition to the couple walking hand-in-hand within an event space.

Insight into the pair’s date night followed Brittany sharing a series of beautiful family moments via Instagram earlier that day, including a tender moment between Patrick and baby Golden. In Brittany’s carousel, Patrick was seen sweetly crouched down to greet his child during a game of golf after Brittany carried Golden over to the green.

Golden was seen in a butter-yellow onesie that complemented her moniker, while her face was strategically hidden from the camera.

The Patrick Mahomes 15 and The Mahomies Foundation Vegas Gold Classic offered Brittany and Patrick, who married in March 2022, another date night earlier last week. Sharing photos from the earlier event via Instagram over the weekend, Brittany was seen wearing another striking formal gown, dazzling in a watercolor mix of rainbow hues and pairing the dress with bright accessories.

Patrick addressed life as a father of three children shortly after the arrival of Golden in January. The athlete joked during a Kansas City Chiefs press conference a few weeks after the child’s birth, “It’s a growing family, but [I] hope we are done growing for a little while.”

To celebrate Easter, Brittany shared a carousel of family moments via Instagram. The snaps showed Patrick posing for a photo with Bronze amid the pair’s children hunting for eggs while other images showed their children marking the event with friends.

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'American Idol' Finale Recap: Who Won Season 23?

18 May 2025 at 20:04

American Idol has officially crowned a new champion.

The season 23 finale aired Sunday, May 18, with John Foster, Breanna Nix and Jamal Roberts vying for the title of America’s favorite singer. The big night began with the trio performing “We Are the Champions” by Queen before host Ryan Seacrest reminded viewers that voting was officially open.

Artist in residence Jelly Roll offered his expert advice to the final three — and even selected songs for them to perform in the first round. Fans were also shown footage from the finalists’ emotional returns to their respective hometowns. In the first elimination of the night, Foster and Roberts were saved, leaving Nix in third place.

Following performances by Salt-n-Pepa, Good Charlotte, Goo Goo Dolls and more, the results were in, with Seacrest revealing that more than twice as many votes were received as last season. He then announced Roberts as the winner.

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Roberts quickly impressed the judges during his audition, singing a soulful version of “Mary Jane” by Rick James. Lionel Richie could hardly contain his excitement while listening to Roberts’ riffs.

“Man, you’ve got some stuff in there,” Richie said. “And by the end, you were letting it come out. Just relax. You’ve got the voice and you know how to tell a story. Priceless.”

Richie has seemingly been Roberts’ biggest champion throughout the competition, frequently praising Roberts’ old-school vibe. Fellow judge Luke Bryan hinted one week before the finale that he could see Roberts taking the title, telling reporters, “My gut has told me Jamal has … [been] a lead all year.”

While Roberts flashy outfits and high-flying arrangements kept viewers voting, season 23 wasn’t actually his first time around the block on Idol. He revealed to Billboard in April that he auditioned for the show twice before.

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“I didn’t get defeated. I never gave up,” he said of being turned away from the singing competition. “I took the no. I’ve always been able to take constructive criticism and use it for my gain and try again. This has always been me.”

He went on to share some of the best advice Richie gave him. “He said, ‘When you are on stage and get to doing what you’re doing, you’re exploding. I hate to see you leave.’ That stuck with me. It means I’m doing something right,” Roberts explained. “I’ve learned to stay true to yourself. Don’t second-guess yourself. Oh man, second-guessing can cause a lot of stress. Go with your first mind. Anything that you do, do your best.”

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Sister Wives' Kody Digs Garrison’s Grave at Funeral in Gut-Wrenching Episode

18 May 2025 at 20:01

Kody Brown took a hands-on approach to burying his son Garrison Brown on the latest episode of Sister Wives following Garrison’s death in March 2024.

“I talked to the sextant of the cemetery and he’s the one that would normally dig the graves,” Kody, 56, explained during the Sunday, May 18, episode of the TLC series. “And I just asked him permission if I could dig it. It means something to me. I don’t know why.”

Kody noted that it was “deeply emotional” for him to be able to bring Garrison’s ashes to his family’s home state of Wyoming and dig the actual grave they would go in.

“This is like an old west country cemetery. And I’m going to dig the grave,” Kody shared, adding that his brother and his brother-in-law were going to help.

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As the men mapped out how to dig the grave, Kody reflected on his pilgrimage to bring Garrison to his final resting place. (Garrison died by suicide in 2024 at the age of 25.)

“I’ve never done anything like this, digging a grave. And I think this is one of the most important things I’ve ever done,” Kody told the cameras while tears built in his eyes. “It’s the last ode to my boy. … This is my duty, my job.”

Kody Brown Digs Garrisons Grave for Funeral in Gut Wrenching Sister Wives Moment
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Once the task was finished, an emotional Kody pulled out three chairs and sat next to the burial site and enjoyed the sunset. The next day, Kody’s family joined him for a funeral. Garrison’s mom, Janelle Brown, and her and Kody’s five other children were all in attendance.

While Kody and Janelle, 55, split in December 2022, she said the moment that she passed her son’s ashes to Kody to put in the grave they were “just parents” mourning their child.

Their extended plural family, including Kody’s other ex-wives, Meri Brown and Christine Brown, as well as his current wife, Robyn Brown, were also there for support.

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Their combined 17 children were there to share final stories of Garrison before his urn — which was carved to look like a Viking ship by Aspyn Brown’s husband, Mitch Thompson — was covered up with dirt.

Prior to the burial, the officiant of the service asked everyone to take off their shoes and stand barefoot on the ground to “feel connected to the earth” and the ground that Garrison was about to be placed under.

“The theme about taking off the shoes, it’s not a Mormon thing. It’s not a fundamentalist Mormon thing,” Kody said during a confessional. “This funeral is not cookie cutter by any means. And that would be how Garrison would have it.”

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The unconventional service also included the officiant — who was a relative — wearing a Hawaiian shirt as a nod to Garrison’s love of the wardrobe staple. His brothers also paid tribute to him in a very non-traditional way.

Paedon Brown, who is Christine and Kody’s son, put his dog tags on Garrison’s grave before “pouring one out” for his late brother, and spilling beer on the urn.

“I have his tags, so I gave him my tags and his tags will hang on me forever,” Paedon, 26, explained, referring to both his and Garrison’s military service. “And I made sure to hang mine on the boat so that mine will hang with him forever. I felt really, really right to give him the military aspects that I will now have forever.”

Hunter Brown, who is one of Kody and Janelle’s sons, shared a few words before adding something to the grave.

“Garrison was my playmate he was my bunkmate for all of my life. He was my arch nemesis and my best friend and beloved brother,” Hunter, 28, said with a laugh. “Garrison was my first commissioned officer, and this was my hat that I got my first salute from Garrison in.”

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Kody, for his part, told the family about a dream he’d had where Garrison was sitting on his bed and “wasn’t sad” about dying.

“I said, ‘Why you gone boy?’ He said, ‘I’m not, [it] ain’t that bad here,’” Kody recalled, laughing at the fact that in the dream Garrison asked him to “stop listening to sad music.” The patriarch noted that Garrison told him he was “OK” and that was something he thought they all needed to hear.

Sister Wives airs on TLC Sundays at 10 p.m. ET.

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

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‘S.W.A.T.’ Receives Spinoff After Cancellations — But Who Is Coming Back?

18 May 2025 at 19:55

S.W.A.T. has been picked up for a spinoff after multiple cancellations — and days after CBS aired the show’s series finale — but which cast members are returning for the new iteration?

Sony announced on Sunday, May 18, that a new spinoff series starring Shemar Moore as Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson has been picked up. Sony Pictures Television will produce and distribute S.W.A.T. Exiles globally with development currently underway and production scheduled to start in Los Angeles this summer.

According to the official press release, the 10-episode series picks up after “a high-profile mission goes sideways, Daniel ‘Hondo’ Harrelson is pulled out of forced retirement to lead a last-chance experimental SWAT unit made up of untested, unpredictable young recruits.” Moore’s character must “bridge a generational divide, navigate clashing personalities, and turn a squad of outsiders into a team capable of protecting the city and saving the program that made him who he is.”

Moore, 55, reflected on the decision to reprise his role, which comes two days after CBS aired the S.W.A.T. series finale.

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“My eight seasons on S.W.A.T. have been epic and memorable. We entertained the world, defied the odds, came back from the dead twice, and continued to woo fans and families worldwide,” the actor said. “I am excited for this next generation and iteration of S.W.A.T. with Sony. Katherine Pope, Neal H. Moritz, Jason Ning, and I will keep the franchise, thrill ride action, heartfelt drama, and storytelling of S.W.A.T. alive. WE DON’T LOSE!!!! ROLL SWAT!!!.”

Based on the 1975 TV show and 2003 film adaptation of the same name, S.W.A.T. centered around the Los Angeles Police Department. The CBS series premiered in 2017 and aired six seasons before it was picked up for a seventh and final run. CBS ultimately reversed that decision and S.W.A.T. returned for season 8. But the celebration didn’t last long — the network canceled the show for a second time in March.

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The last season of S.W.A.T. also starred Jay Harrington, David Lim, Patrick St. Esprit, Anna Enger Ritch, Annie Ilonzeh and Niko Pepaj, but there’s no word yet on who could return for the spinoff.

Before news of S.W.A.T. Exiles broke, Ilonzeh spoke with Us Weekly about attempts to revive the series.

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“We are crossing our fingers. So there is a particular discussion being had. I hope I can say [soon] that we really did it. We rallied for a third time,” she shared in April. “But we’re making noise. They do see it — producers and streamers that are interested — they are like, ‘OK, this is something.’ So if we can plug and play, we’re all geared up to go. We don’t want this ride to be over.”

Despite fighting for S.W.A.T. to get a new home, it would be the show’s last battle to stay on the air.

“I was just talking to [my costar] Shemar [Moore] yesterday and he was like, ‘If we do this for a third time — whenever we do get canceled again — I will be OK with it. I’m not fighting for a fourth [time] because we really did it and we end on that,'” she noted. “We will end on the fight and the win and relish in all of this and squeeze the life out of it. We will know that we did it, we did our job and we can walk away happy campers.”

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Justin Bieber Kisses Wife Hailey In 1st Outing Since Diddy Address

18 May 2025 at 19:02

Justin Bieber broke cover with wife Hailey Bieber following the singer’s rep denying any involvement in alleged misconduct at the hands of Sean “Diddy” Combs.

Justin, 31, was seen grinning and bopping his head along to music alongside Hailey, 28, while attending the Sunday, May 18, hockey playoff at Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena. The pair even shared a kiss and further PDA via Justin’s Instagram account that evening.

The outing, captured in footage shared via Sportsnet’s Facebook page on Sunday, marked the first public appearance since Justin’s rep hosed down speculation that he was a victim of Diddy, 55. (Diddy is currently on trial for charges of sex trafficking, racketeering and transportation to engage in prostitution. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.)

A rep shared via a statement to Us Weekly on Thursday, May 15, “Although Justin is not among Sean Combs’ victims, there are individuals who were genuinely harmed by him. Shifting focus away from this reality detracts from the justice these victims rightfully deserve.”

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While attending Sunday’s game, which saw Justin’s beloved Toronto Maple Leafs take on the Florida Panthers, Justin threw his arm around Hailey, who also smiled by his side.

The pair thoroughly documented their outing via Instagram, with Justin sharing two Instagram Story videos of Hailey looking excited as she walked down a hall ahead of the match. He also shared Sportsnet’s Instagram Story which mentioned that, “Justin and Hailey Bieber are on the scene for game 7” and included footage of the couple soaking up the atmosphere.

One hour prior to his Stories posts, Justin shared a shot of Hailey walking backstage at the game, captioning his Instagram grid photo, “Made it into the building,” and tagging his wife.

As for Hailey, who married the “What Do You Mean?” artist in September 2018 and shares son, Jack Blues, 7 months, with him, the Rhode founder shared Justin’s grid photo of her back via her own Instagram Stories.

The model also shared a photo of two Maple Leafs players, Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, seated in front of her and Justin, demonstrating just how close the couple were to the game’s action.

Justin, who found fame as a teenager, crossed paths with Diddy early in his career, which is where much of the unsubstantiated speculation surrounding Justin’s involvement with Diddy stemmed from.

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Justin notoriously appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in 2011 alongside Diddy, and said the music mogul had promised to buy him a Lamborghini but he had not received this gift. “He knows better than to be talking about the things that he does with Big Brother Puff on national television,” Diddy responded on the show.

Diddy was arrested in September 2024. His attorney Marc Agnifilio said in a statement to Us at the time, “We are disappointed with the decision to pursue what we believe is an unjust prosecution of Mr. Combs by the U.S. Attorney’s Office. He is an imperfect person, but he is not a criminal. To his credit Mr. Combs has been nothing but cooperative with this investigation and he voluntarily relocated to New York last week in anticipation of these charges. Please reserve your judgment until you have all the facts. These are the acts of an innocent man with nothing to hide, and he looks forward to clearing his name in court.”

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Joel and Ellie's Fight Revealed on 'The Last of Us' as Pedro Pascal Returns

18 May 2025 at 19:01

If The Last of Us is going to do anything, it’s hit viewers with an overly emotional penultimate episode.

Spoilers for The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 6 below.

The highly anticipated flashback episode shows a glimpse of how Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and a very much alive Joel Miller (Pedro Pascal) spent the last five years in Jackson. But first, the show took viewers even further back to Austin, Texas, in 1983.

A young Joel (Andrew Diaz) comes face to face with his father (Tony Dalton) for an emotional discussion about parenting — which comes into play later on in the episode. Joel’s watch (the one he never took off even though it was broken) is revealed to have originally belonged to his dad.

Flashing forward to 2024, Ellie and Joel have lived in Jackson for two months, and it’s her 15th birthday. Joel gets her a cake and gifts her a guitar that he made. (Yeah, he called her “babygirl” at one point too, but let’s not talk about that.)

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The following year, Ellie turns 16 — and their relationship is still very much intact. Joel takes Ellie to “space” by bringing her to an abandoned museum he finds while patrolling the woods.

Things start to change on her 17th birthday, however, with Ellie doing “all the teenage s*** all at once,” including getting a tattoo, doing drugs and hooking up in her bedroom. In the middle of the night, Ellie starts making moves to create a bedroom in the garage and Joel agrees that they need their space.

The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6 Recap
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“You may not like the rules, but this is my house,” Joel states. Ellie replies, “No, it isn’t. You don’t own it. They gave it to you. Sorry, to us. You don’t own anything.”

The show then jumps two years, which puts viewers in 2028 (the year before Joel dies), and Ellie spends her birthday morning rehearsing a conversation she needs to have with Joel about what really went down in the hospital with the Fireflies when he “saved” her. The conversation never happens because Joel offers Ellie her birthday gift — her first-ever patrol. This is where, for lack of a better term, s*** really starts to go down.

Ellie and Joel are having a peaceful patrol with him teaching her the ropes when they find a Jackson community member, Eugene (Joe Pantoliano), who has been bitten by Infected. Joel promises Ellie that they will take Eugene back to Jackson so he can say goodbye to his wife, Gail (Catherine O’Hara). However, he lies and shoots Eugene dead. Ellie, in a rage, realizes that Joel lied to her about what really happened in the hospital all those years ago.

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A nine-month time jump brings viewers back to New Year’s Eve in 2028 — the day before Joel gets murdered. He and Ellie finally have a much-needed conversation.

“You’re such an a******. You lied to me. You looked me in the eyes, and you lied, and it was the same face. Same f***ing look,” Ellie says. “I think I knew already. I knew this whole time. So I’m going to give you one last chance. Tell me what happened with the Firefiles. If you lie to me again, we’re done.”

Joel admitted to killing everyone in the hospital at the end of season 1, telling Ellie that she was the only one immune to the Cordyceps virus and a cure could have been made from her brain — but it would have killed her.

“Then I was supposed to die. That my purpose, my life would have f***ing mattered, but you took that from me! You took that from everyone,” Ellie yells. Joel replies, “Yes, and I’ll pay the price because you’re going to turn away from me.”

The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6 Recap
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Joel admits that if given a second chance, he wouldn’t have changed a thing.

“Because you’re selfish,” Ellie declares.

Joel responds, “Because I love you in a way you can’t understand. Maybe you never will. But if that day should come, if you should ever have one of your own, well then, I hope you do a little better than me.”

Both Ellie and Joel are sobbing at this point.

“I don’t think I can forgive you for this,” Ellie says. “But I would like to try.”

Joel dies the next day.

New episodes of The Last of Us premiere on HBO Sundays at 9 p.m. ET.

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‘Suits LA’ Series Finale Explained: Were There Surprise Cameos? Who Died?

18 May 2025 at 18:59

Suits LA has come to an end after one season — but did the series finale go out on a high?

During the Sunday, May 18, finale, Ted (Stephen Amell) partnered with his ex Samantha (Rachelle Goulding) to go up against a powerful — but dangerous — producer. This paved the way for Ted and Samantha’s law firms to merge after their falling out earlier in the season.

There was also progress in Rick (Bryan Greenberg) and Erica’s (Lex Scott Davis) relationship after she finally decided to give him a chance. Elsewhere in the finale, flashbacks revealed how Ted’s father contributed to his brother, Eddie’s (Carson A. Egan), death.

Suits LA’s end is as satisfying as it could get after NBC pulled the plug on the show earlier this month. The network shocked fans by not renewing Lopez vs. Lopez, Night Court, Found, The Irrational and Suits LA.

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NBC has since renewed The Hunting Party and Brilliant Minds, but those are the only freshman shows that survived their inaugural seasons — in addition to Grosse Pointe Garden Society, which is still on the bubble. The tough decisions come after the network signed an 11-year deal with the NBA.

Suits LA, which premiered in February, is a spinoff that was ordered by NBC in response to a resurgence in interest after the original Suits was added to Netflix and Peacock. Set in a fictional New York City corporate law firm, the original Suits followed associate lawyer Mike Ross (Patrick J. Adams), who started working with Harvey Specter (Gabriel Macht). The legal drama, which ran from 2011 to 2019, focused on Harvey and Mike winning lawsuits and closing cases while simultaneously hiding Mike’s secret that he didn’t go to law school.

NBC’s newest version starred Amell, Davis, Greenberg and Josh McDermitt as fictional attorneys in feuding Los Angeles firms. The short-lived spinoff brought back Macht and Rick Hoffman from the OG show before its series finale.

Keep scrolling to find out where each character ended up:

Ted Black

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While initially refusing to work with Samantha on a potential class action lawsuit against a powerful Hollywood producer, the exes were able to bring him down. Ted got help from Elizabeth (Sofia Pernas), which didn’t sit well with his other love interest Amanda (Maggie Grace).

Amanda changed her mind once she realized Ted was going up against the producer because he nearly assaulted Rosalyn (Azita Ghanizada) when she worked for him years prior. Ted ended the season — and the series — on good terms with everyone in his life after agreeing to merge with Samantha and Stuart’s (McDermitt) firm.

Ted was also able to make peace with his past as he recalled how his brother, Eddie, died in an explosion that was meant for Ted. Their father knew — and chose to sacrifice Eddie — which led to his fallout with Ted.

Erica Rollins

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Suits LA wrapped up with Erica confronting her feelings for Rick. Despite previously shutting down a chance at them having a real future, Erica reconsidered after seeing how much he cared about her. Erica’s last scene was her confronting Rick in his apartment before the couple officially got together.

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Stuart Lane

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The criminal defense lawyer continued to mend his friendship with Ted by using his position as the executor of Ted’s dad’s will to name a park after Eddie. Stuart then asked Ted if he wanted to merge their firms and the friends reminisced on getting to work together again soon.

Rick Dodsen

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After turning down Dylan’s (Victoria Justice) advances, Rick went against Erica in court for his client. Rick explained to Dylan that they couldn’t give romance a try because he still cared for someone else. By the end of the series, Rick made his feelings for Erica clear and they finally gave their relationship a real try.

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Khloe Kardashian Takes Her Kids, Niece and Nephew to Monster Jam

18 May 2025 at 17:58

Khloé Kardashian soaked up the festivities of Monster Jam with her extended family.

The entrepreneur, 40, shared photos from the family outing via Instagram on Sunday, May 18, posting a carousel of snaps and videos taken at the Friday, May 17, event at California’s SoFi Stadium.

“Monster Jam 2025,” Khloé began. “El Toro Loco 🤘🏽Grave Digger ☠ Sparkle Smash 🦄✨ Lettttssssss Gooooooooo!”

The dedicated mom and aunt attended with daughter, True, 7, and son, Tatum, 2, as well as sister Kylie Jenner’s daughter, Stormi, 7, and older sister Kim Kardashian’s son, Psalm, 6. (Khloé shares her two children with ex Tristan Thompson.)

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Khloé’s post continued, “We all had so much fun at monster jam! It was a little overstimulating for my baby but still such a great experience 💙💙.”

Monster trucks were seen skidding through a dirt track in Khloé’s carousel, as were several photos that captured that clan’s fun including the kids wearing ear muffs and headphones, Khloé posing with monster trucks drivers and Khloé taking selfies with her little ones.

The family trip arrived just one month after the tight-knit Kardashian-Jenner crew spent quality time together while celebrating Easter. Khloé took to Instagram on April 20 to share insight into the festivities, posting an Instagram Story that showed a stuffed animal making station. “How cute is this, they’re going to make stuffed animals for Easter and fill them with things and dress them up like this,” Khloé explained in the clip, zooming in on a duck stuffed animal dressed in a duck-themed yellow outfit.

While Khloé is a busy mom and aunt, she also manages to flaunt her signature house storage and organization skills, recently sharing a tour of her “pantry crib” via YouTube.

“This area was actually one of my garages and I said, ‘Who needs a car? We need a bigger pantry,’” Khloé explained in the May 6 video. “So I got rid of one of the garages and voilà! This is the pantry and I transformed it here. I wanted it to look a little farmers market-y, beautiful.”

The video then revealed her neatly arranged snacks, stored within bins, including her Khloud popcorn brand.

“At the bottom, I have chips, popcorn and snacks because my kids are little and shorter so I want them to grab and go,” she explained. “And then the higher we get, the more adult-y we get, like condiments, olives for martinis for Kris Jenner. And then I have different sections, different containers. And then at the very top, I do back stock. Then the very top, glass cake trays for all the fun, good stuff.”

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What to Know About Mariska Hargitay’s Surprise Biological Father

18 May 2025 at 17:01

Mariska Hargitay made headlines when she revealed that her biological father was not Mickey Hargitay — but was, instead, Nelson Sardelli.

Mariska was born in 1964 to late actress Jayne Mansfield, who died in a June 1967 car crash. The incident left the Law & Order: SVU star, who was 3 at the time, with severe injuries.

The 2025 documentary My Mom Jayne explores Jayne’s life before and after the car accident, including Mariska’s mom’s split from Mickey and brief romance with Nelson. Jayne called it quits with Mickey and reunited with Nelson before Mariska’s birth in 1964. The pair divorced that year.

Mickey raised Mariska and siblings Mickey Jr. and Zoltán, uncovering the truth about her biological father’s identity in her 20s when she saw a picture of Nelson. When she brought it up to Mickey, he denied it. (Jayne was mom to daughter Jayne Marie, born in 1950 with first husband Paul Mansfield and son Tony, born in 1965 with third husband Matt Cimber.)

Mariska went on to meet Nelson when she was 30 years old and claimed she went “full Olivia Benson on him,” referring to her beloved character. “I was like, ‘I don’t want anything, I don’t need anything from you … I have a dad,’” Mariska recalled. “There was something about loyalty. I wanted to be loyal to Mickey.”

Mariska ultimately changed her mind, deciding that she “grew up where [she] was supposed to.” She added, “I do know that everyone made the best choice for me. I’m Mickey Hargitay’s daughter — that is not a lie.”

So who is Nelson? Scroll down to learn more about Mariska’s biological father:

Who Was Mariska Hargitay’s Biological Father Nelson Sardelli? What to Know
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Nelson Has Other Daughters

Mariska told Vanity Fair in 2025 that she and Nelson’s two other daughters, who appeared in the documentary My Mom Jayne, had a private screening for My Mom Jayne.

“They just wept and wept and wept,” Hargitay told the outlet while becoming emotional. “These two women that I love so much — I made them secrets! It’s so heartbreaking to me.”

Mariska explained that she referred to her sisters as “family friends,” adding, “I’m not good with lies. So I also made this movie to unburden all of us.”

Nelson Served in the Army

Norm Clarke’s Vegas Diary reported that Nelson served in the Army for most of 1965 and until 1958. He went on to work in construction before landing a gig singing at an open mic place and pursuing a career in the entertainment industry.

When Mariska was 30, she went to watch Nelson perform in Atlantic City. She claimed to Vanity Fair in 2025 that he became emotional, telling her, “I’ve been waiting 30 years for this moment.”

Mariska Hargitay Reveals the Identity of Her Biological Father

Nelson Resides in Las Vegas

Norm Clarke’s Vegas Diary reported in 2019 that Nelson has been in Las Vegas since 1965, nearly one decade after immigrating from Brazil. “I came to the United States in 1956, to Pontiac, Michigan, because in Brazil I worked for General Motors, but they were laying off people all over Michigan,” he explained to the outlet.

Nelson Pursued Acting

Nelson appeared in films including 1970’s Myra Breckinridge, 1982’s Fake Out and 2001’s Chilly Dogs.

Nelson Is Active In Philanthropy

The Las Vegas Sun reported in 1998 that Nelson organized “Star Shine” fundraisers, with celebrities shining shoes in return for charity donations.

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Run, Don’t Walk — This New Beauty App Has 1,000 Products You’ve Never Seen Before

18 May 2025 at 16:30

Shopping for beauty right now is overwhelming. TikTok is full of mysterious serums and unverified miracle ingredients, Instagram is pushing new brands daily and  big-box stores — while dependable — is mostly stocked with the same usual suspects. And if you’re into K-beauty, you already know the best products often haven’t even landed in the U.S. yet. That’s where YLESS comes in, offering a more direct, curated way to discover what’s actually worth your skin (and your money).

YLESS is a just-launched shopping app that cuts through the clutter and connects U.S. beauty lovers to over 1,000 K-beauty products across 20 brands that have never been available stateside — until now. Unlike other platforms that simply resell or repackage the same handful of trending items, YLESS partners directly with Korea’s top manufacturers — the same behind-the-scenes names trusted by major global brands — to source rare, emerging and high-performance skincare and makeup. It’s like having your own personal plug in Seoul.

The app is sleek, smart and — bless —organized. You can shop by skin concern (like anti-aging or brightening) or product type (think cleanser, SPF, lip oil, etc.), which makes discovery feel fun and actually helpful instead of overwhelming. But what really sets YLESS apart are two exclusive offerings: Wink and First-Try.

The Wink collection is where YLESS really flexes. These are luxury-level dupes that aren’t just copycats—they’re glowier, smarter, and made to perform better. Like the AVANJUNE Winter Camellia Serum, which has all the vibes of a Chanel serum but with more antioxidants, more soothing ingredients, and zero stickiness. It’s packed with both Camellia leaf and flower extract for double the calm and firm, plus catechins for elasticity and wrinkle control.

Then there’s the First-Try lineup, aka where K-beauty goes next. These are brand-new formulas you’ve literally never seen before, like BLAC3 Blood Drop Lip Oil, a two-layer lip tint suspended in moisturizing oil that looks like floating drops of vampire blood (in the best way possible). It’s bold, nourishing and genuinely exciting — everything beauty shopping should be.

If your skincare shelf is looking a little stale  or if you’re tired of chasing trends across ten tabs and three apps — download the YLESS app and let Seoul’s top beauty secrets come straight to your doorstep.

Download the YLESS app to discover all new K-beauty products and get the latest innovations delivered straight to your doorstep.

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Scottie Scheffler Wins PGA Championship 1 Year After Tournament Arrest

18 May 2025 at 16:17

Scottie Scheffler has a reason to celebrate at this year’s PGA Championship.

The professional golfer, 28, won the 2025 PGA Championship on Sunday, May 18 — one year after he was arrested at the very same tournament.

After sinking his final put to end -11 in a runaway victory, he walked straight toward his wife, Meredith Scheffler, and his young son, Bennett, embracing them both and giving his wife more than a few celebratory kisses.

(Scottie and Meredith married in December 2020. They welcomed Bennett in May 2024, one month after he won the 2024 Masters tournament — his second Masters win.)

Golfer Scottie Scheffler Arrested Hours Before PGA Championship Round 2

He then took his son into his arms and once again embraced his wife, who was visibly emotional after watching her husband take home the win. After their prolonged hug, Scottie seemed to wipe away tears as he kept his son in his arms.

“Words can’t describe what we just watched,” Scottie’s father, Scott Scheffler, could be heard telling his son while embracing him following his win. His mother, Diane Scheffler, was also in attendance.

Scottie’s win on Sunday marks his first professional win as a dad.

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Last year, at the same tournament when he was ranked the No. 1 golfer in the world, Scottie was arrested before play was scheduled to begin. The pro golfer was attempting to enter the Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky, at around 6 a.m. when police claimed he illegally bypassed the scene of an accident where a pedestrian was struck and killed.

Miraculously, Scottie made his 10:08 a.m. tee time despite being charged with multiple counts, including second-degree assault of a police officer and reckless driving. (Zander Schauffele ultimately won the tournament and the $3.3 million prize.)

Scottie later called the incident a “big misunderstanding.” On May 29, all charges against the professional golfer were dropped, per ESPN, after prosecutors decided to not move forward with the case.

After walking off the green with his young son in his arms, Scottie eventually attempted to hand the baby back to his wife, only to have his son continue to hold on, prompting one sports commentator to note that Bennett simply wanted to “stay with dad.”

The two-time Masters champion spent most of his time soaking in his latest win with his son in his arms. (He was, however, successful in returning the young tyke to his mother in order to accept the tournament trophy.) He finished the tournament five strokes ahead of the second place finisher, Harris English, who finished -6.

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Meghan McCain Reacts to Joe Biden's Cancer Diagnosis

18 May 2025 at 15:55

Meghan McCain is sharing her support for former President Joe Biden after news broke of his cancer diagnosis.

“Cancer is the absolute worst. It is hell,” McCain, 40, wrote via X on Sunday, May 18. “It is incredibly difficult for any family, anywhere that has to deal with it. Wishing nothing but healing, prayers, light and strength to President Biden and his family.”

She concluded, “I don’t believe times like these are appropriate for politics.”

Meghan and Biden, now 82, made headlines in 2017 when he comforted her on the set of The View while breaking down in tears over father John McCain’s cancer battle. (The McCain family shared earlier that year that he was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor.)

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At the time, Meghan explained that her father had been diagnosed with the same cancer Biden’s late son, Beau, battled years prior. As Meghan became tearful, Biden moved seats to be closer to her.

“I think about Beau almost every day and I was told — I’m sorry — that this doesn’t get easier, but that you cultivate the tools to work with this and live with this. I know you and your family have been through a tragedy that I couldn’t conceive of,” Meghan said at the time.

Meghan McCain Responds to Joe Biden's Cancer, Who Once Consoled Her After Her Father's Diagnosis
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Biden went on to reply, “One of the things that gave Beau courage — my word — was John. Your dad, you may remember when you were a little kid, your dad took care of my Beau. Your dad … became friends with Beau. And Beau talked about your dad’s courage, not about illness, about his courage.”

Beau died in 2015 at age 46 after his battle with brain cancer, while the Arizona senator died in August 2018 at the age of 81. On Sunday, news broke that Biden had been diagnosed with prostate cancer.

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“Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms,” a statement sent from Biden’s personal office to CNN read. “On Friday, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone.”

The statement continued, “While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive, which allows for effective management.”

His family is currently “reviewing treatment options with his physicians.” Biden’s office previously confirmed that a “small nodule” had been found on his prostate during an annual physical. A statement said at the time, “In a routine physical exam, a small nodule was found in the prostate, which necessitated further evaluation.”

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Brittany Snow Details Dating Horror Story Involving a Famous, Unnamed DJ

18 May 2025 at 15:21

Brittany Snow is getting candid about her romantic life, including a less-than-great date she shared with a famous DJ.

“One of the first dates I’d ever gone on from Raya was this very famous DJ,” Snow, 39, said while appearing on the Friday, May 16, episode of the “In Your Dreams With Owen Thiele” podcast.

When host Owen Thiele asked Snow to name the famous DJ, the actress declined.

“I can’t tell you, but I’m sure that people can deduce it if they really want to. But he was like a very, he’s still famous, I guess,” she said, before making it clear that the DJ in question was not Diplo.

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“I never matched with Diplo, but this guy – we went out,” she said. “I think it was the first and second and third date that he fell asleep, once, while we were making out.”

She continued, to Thiel’s horror: “ Mid-make out. I’m not kidding. Swear to you.”

Snow went on to set the scene for Thiele and his listeners, telling the podcast host that she was “on his couch” when the DJ fell asleep during their smooch session.

“It’s late though and we’re, you know, just hanging out. We were talking and we weren’t doing anything very spicy,” she continued. “It was just making out and I was sort of sitting here, but kind of on him like this and kissing him, and then all of a sudden I sort of felt like no kissing back. Like, there wasn’t any reciprocation to the kissing and I looked at him and I pulled back and he was just dead asleep.”

Instead of simply getting up and leaving, Snow said she decided to wake the unnamed DJ up.

“I woke him up and I was like, ‘Hey, what the f*** is going on?’ And he was like, ‘Oh man, I’m sorry. I’m just so tired,’” she said. “I mean, he’s a DJ, so I was like, ‘Did you have a late set last night?’”

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The Pitch Perfect star went on to clarify that the mystery man was “really apologetic” about the entire situation, promising her that he was going to “make it up” to her — only for it to happen again.

“He was very sweet about it,” she added. “We go out, like, a week later and he comes over to my place. Same thing. We’re kissing … We’re making out, he’s back asleep.”

In the end, Snow said that despite the DJ’s numerous apologies she “took it personally.”
“I was like, ‘Wow, I must really be just so hot.”

Snow married realtor and former professional surfer Tyler Stanaland in 2020 in an intimate outdoor ceremony in Malibu, California. Two years later, the pair announced their separation and Snow filed for divorce in January 2023. The former couple finalized the proceedings in July of that year.

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Joe Biden and Jill Biden’s Relationship Timeline

18 May 2025 at 14:40

From finding love with each other after their first marriages to becoming the first couple of the United States, former President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden have built a strong marriage that has lasted more than four decades.

Joe and Jill met in 1975 after the politician’s first wife, Neilia Hunter Biden, and infant daughter Naomi “Amy” tragically died in a car crash in 1972. The educator, for her part, had finalized her divorce from Bill Stevenson just before being introduced to Joe.

As their relationship progressed, it became serious fast as she began helping Joe care for his sons, Beau and Hunter. The former senator proposed to his now-wife five times before she agreed to marry him.

“[After each proposal], I said, ‘Not yet. Not yet. Not yet.’ Because by that time, of course, I had fallen in love with the boys, and I really felt that this marriage had to work,” she told Vogue in November 2016. “Because they had lost their mom, and I couldn’t have them lose another mother. So, I had to be 100 percent sure.”

The couple wed at the United Nations chapel in 1997. Though Jill has been there for Joe as he continued to grow in his political career, the 46th U.S. president has also supported her along the way. He stood by her side as she pursued her various degrees, and he gave Jill her doctorate degree in 2007 when she graduated from the University of Delaware.

Scroll down to see Joe and Jill’s love story through the years:

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Joe and Jill met on a blind date that was arranged by his brother, Frank.

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The twosome tied the knot at the United Nations chapel and held their wedding reception at Sign of the Dove in New York City. He had proposed to Jill five times before she said yes.

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The pair welcomed their first child together, daughter Ashley Biden.

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Jill supported Joe as he announced his run for president. Around that time, she earned her Master of Arts degree from Villanova University, six years after receiving her Master of Education degree from West Chester University.

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Jill stood by her husband’s side as he announced his plans to withdraw from the race, which was later won by late President George H. W. Bush.

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The politician suffered his first of two brain aneurysms, the second of which occurred nearly three months later.

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When Jill earned her Doctorate in Education from the University of Delaware, Joe was there to hand her degree to her. He had previously supported her as she defended her thesis to earn her doctorate.

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Joe gushed about his love for Jill in his memoir, Promises to Keep. “She gave me back my life,” he wrote. “She made me start to think my family might be whole again.”

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Jill joined Joe at a rally in Springfield, Illinois, where Barack Obama picked him to be his running mate during the 2008 election.

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As Joe was sworn in as the 47th vice president, Jill held onto the Bible — a sentimental item that has been in his family since the 1890s — that he placed his hand upon.

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For Valentine’s Day, Joe arranged for a tree swing at the vice president's residence to be marked with a plaque that read, “Joe loves Jill. Valentine's Day 2010.”

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At the Democratic National Convention, Jill opened up about how her longtime love has always been supportive of her career. “After Joe was elected vice president, people started questioning whether I could keep teaching. Not Joe,” she explained. “He was there standing by my side saying, 'Of course you should. It's who you are, Jill.’”

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Jill was there to hold the Bible for Joe again after Obama won a second term as president.

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Joe’s son Beau, whom he shared with Neilia, died from brain cancer at age 46.

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Jill opened up about her love story with Joe in her memoir, Where the Light Enters: Building a Family, Discovering Myself. “After the disappointment of my divorce, I never wanted to feel so out of control of my heart again,” she shared. “But in the months that Joe and I were dating, that desire ran up against a new reality: I was falling in love.”

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Jill stood by Joe as he chose to run for president for the second time.

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During a campaign stop in Iowa, Joe playfully bit his wife’s finger as she spoke while at the podium.

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Joe was able to count on Jill during a campaign event that saw protestors storming the stage to approach him. After Jill fought them off, Joe joked: “I’m probably the only candidate running for president whose wife is my Secret Service.”

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During his victory speech after winning the 2020 election against Donald Trump, Joe referred to himself as “Jill’s husband.”

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For the third time, Jill was there to hold the Bible for Joe during his inauguration after he became the 46th U.S. president.

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After decorating the White House lawn with huge candy hearts, the first couple shared the love on Valentine's Day in February 2021. "The love of my life and the life of my love. Happy Valentine’s Day, Jilly," the 46th president tweeted. The first lady, for her part, stopped by a local sweet shop in Washington, D.C. to pick up a gift for her husband.

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The couple were all smiles when Naomi married Peter Neal on the South Lawn.

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Jill and Joe were pictured leaving the White House at the end of his term as the 46th president.

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News broke in May 2025 that Joe had been diagnosed with prostate cancer. A statement from Joe’s personal office to CNN shared that the diagnosis was “characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone.” Joe’s family, including Jill, were currently “reviewing treatment options with his physicians.”

This $5 Lash-Thickening Mascara Is a ‘Hidden Gem,’ According to Over 200K Amazon Shoppers

18 May 2025 at 14:30

Not all of us are blessed with eyelashes that look like a set of falsies, but here’s some good news: You can still achieve the same look without the genes. That’s the beauty of mascara. While there is a hierarchy when it comes to products (let’s be honest, some are better than others), we found a holy grail formula that will give you longer, fuller lashes every time. The best part? It’s only $5!

Essence’s Lash Princess Mascara gives the effect of false eyelashes without the actual false eyelashes — a major time-saver in your makeup routine. Designed to define, extend and separate, this pick makes it so you don’t have to deal with annoying clumps later on.

Get Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara for $5 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.

The buildable formula is a real winner when it comes to ingredients — it’s alcohol-, oil-, fragrance-, cruelty- and paraben-free, so users don’t have to worry about irritants or ethical issues. And while the jet black color is key to making your lashes stand out, the wand is beneficial as well. The conic shape ensures it’s able to hit each lash, while a fiber brush helps with precise application, giving you volume, definition and curl without globs of extra product.

Unlike other mascaras on the market, there’s no need to worry about flaking or fading. This Lash Princess pick is designed to last all day, so you can swipe it on in the morning before work and still look just as fresh for happy hour drinks or an evening dinner.

Over 200,000 shoppers have left five-star ratings for the mascara on Amazon, alongside positive reviews. One fan wrote that the product “did not disappoint” and gives them “great length and volume” with a “nice, thin consistency.” Another called it a “game-changer” and added that it creates a “dramatic look with just a single coat.”

One shopper even chimed in to say that while they’re “obsessed” with the mascara, it’s especially great “when you use the primer with it.” Since it stays put, they no longer deal with dreaded “raccoon eyes,” making this $5 purchase well worth it. A few other fans labeled the product as a “hidden gem” and the “holy grail of mascaras.”

Head over to Amazon to snag this tried-and-true pick, ASAP. And should you be curious, scoop up the shopper-loved primer for an additional $5, too!

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12 Throw-On-and-Go Amazon Outfits For Busy Moms, On Sale for Memorial Day

18 May 2025 at 14:15

If you’re a mom, you probably don’t have time to stand in front of your closet debating what to wear. With early school runs and grocery trips, getting dressed needs to be quick and stress-free. Amazon’s Memorial Day sale is the perfect opportunity to stock up on throw-on-and-go outfits — clothes that look cute with minimal effort — and it’s already live.

We found breathable dresses, roomy jumpsuits and matching sets that take the guesswork out of looking put together — starting at $14. Below, 12 on-sale picks that moms will want to wear on repeat.

12 Throw-On-And-Go Amazon Outfits For Busy Moms, On Sale for Memorial Day

Dresses

1. Boho Breeze: This flowy floral maxi has a loose fit and roomy pockets, making it perfect for errands, park hangs, or just getting dressed fast — was $40, now $33!

2. Carry-On Chic: Lightweight and easy to fold, this sundress works just as well as a swimsuit cover-up as it does for grabbing lunch after — was $25, now $14

3. Sunday Bestie: With flutter sleeves, a belted waist and a tiered hem, this maxi dress feels put-together enough for church or family photos —was $51, now $44!

4. Square One: The square neckline and smocked back make this tiered maxi look polished but feel casual, and yes—it has pockets — was $43, now $30!

Jumpsuits

5. Cool Mom Overalls: This relaxed jumpsuit has a breezy fit that works whether you’re chasing kids or just want to stay cool in the heat — was $26, now $20!

6. Romper Room: The soft fabric and adjustable drawstring waist give this romper a flattering shape without feeling tight or fussy — was $36, now $31!

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7. Bump to Baby: Breathable and roomy, this linen one-piece is perfect for early pregnancy but still cute and comfy long after — was $33, now $20!

8. Three-Click Wonder: With adjustable straps and an easy-on, easy-off fit, this cotton jumpsuit is the kind of thing you’ll want in every color — was $26, now $20!

Two-Piece Sets

9. Stretch & Go: With soft stretch and a wide-leg fit, this cropped two-piece works for school runs, weekend brunch or even travel days — was $35, now $27!

10. Cloud Set: Made from soft, breathable fabric, this set is a solid pick for long car rides, lounging at home or low-key days when you still want to look pulled together — was $40, now $35!

11. Weekend Uniform: This matching set feels like pajamas but looks way more intentional — easy to throw on for grocery runs or playdates — was $37, now $29!

12. Jet Set Softie: The wide-leg pants and drapey top make this set ideal for travel days or anytime you want to be comfortable without looking sloppy — was $36, now $29

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