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Bachelor’s Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell: A Complete Timeline

Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell’s Bachelor love story was a journey — on and off screen.

ABC named Matt the season 25 lead in June 2020, subsequently revealing that the series received a record number of submissions for contestants. Among the 38 women who had the opportunity to meet Matt was Rachael, a graphic designer from Georgia. While she didn’t receive the coveted first impression rose (Abigail Heringer did), she caught Matt’s eye on night one. (Season 25 of The Bachelor filmed at Nemacolin Resort in the fall of 2020 and premiered in January 2021.)

While Matt and Rachael were dropping L-bombs on the series, she was making headlines for her past racially insensitive actions, including photos of her at an “Old South”-themed frat party in 2018. The controversy escalated after Chris Harrison asked for fans to have “grace” for Rachael as they navigated the scandal. The Georgia native broke her silence in February 2021, two days after the host’s interview and more than one month since she initially came under fire. Rachael’s mother, Kim Kirkconnell, also defended her daughter and hinted at how the situation might affect their potential happy ending.

“If he chooses Rachael, and stands by her, then you know Matt does truly love her,” Kim told The Sun. “If he chooses Rachael, and then leaves her, then it was not meant to be, and there is someone else out there for her.”

During The Bachelor: After the Final Rose in March 2021, fans learned that Matt and Rachael called it quits while the show was airing. One month later, the twosome rekindled their relationship. Matt and Rachael dated for four years before he announced their split in January 2025.

Scroll through for a complete timeline of Matt and Rachael’s relationship:

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Rachael got visibly emotional after Matt kicked off night one with a prayer. “Everything that he said I felt like I really related to that,” she said through tears.
In her confessional, Rachael added, “I had a feeling that I was going to be, like, infatuated with him, but the fact that he opened that up with a prayer struck a nerve for me. I didn’t expect to feel like this so soon.”

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“Rachael, I’m falling in love with you too,” Matt told Rachael on the February 1, 2021, episode. “And it is scary to say, but when I’m with you, it just feels right.”
During an interview with Us, Matt opened up about the weight of using the word “love” on the show. “Having not been part of The Bachelorette before I was the Bachelor, I didn’t know the rules and regulations of how to use that word,” he said after the episode aired. “And so, whenever I felt something, I said it. And I only said things that I meant and felt. So, if that got tossed around a few times, it’s because I felt it. And if it doesn’t, then that means that connection hadn’t gotten to that point yet.”

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The week after her one-on-one date, Rachael scored a group date rose during the February 15, 2021, episode.
“My parents will be so happy to meet you because if I’m happy, they are. I feel like I've been searching for what feels like my whole life for this and now I feel like I finally found it,” she gushed on the episode. “But I don't know if I'm going to get it. The only worry is that I just don't get you at the end of this.”
He replied: ”Where I'm at with you is, when I'm not around you, I'm thinking about you. And you just make me smile.”

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Matt and Rachael affirmed their love for each other during their overnight date, which aired on March 8, 2021.
“Where I’m at with you is I’ve fallen in love with you,” Matt said.
She replied, “I’m head over heels for you. I’m completely in love with you.”

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Matt and Rachael left Nemacolin together in November 2020.
"It felt like an extended honeymoon period," he later revealed on After the Final Rose. "It was super, it was great. Initially, it started out how you would imagine."

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The same day The Bachelor premiered on January 4, 2021, the first allegations aganist Rachael surfaced. 

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Prior to the photos of Rachael at the controversial frat party resurfacing, she made headlines when a TikTok user accused her of being racist in high school. Screenshots of Instagram photos that Rachael “liked” featuring people smiling in front of Confederate flags then surfaced via social media. Matt was asked about the situation for the first time on February 2.
“I have not spoken to anybody since the show ended, but I would say that you have to be really careful about what you are doing on social media,” Matt told Entertainment Tonight. “Rumors are dark and nasty and can ruin people’s lives. So I would give people the benefit of the doubt, and hopefully she will have her time to speak on that.”

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The longtime host’s interview with Rachel Lindsay was released in full on Extra’s YouTube channel on February 9.
“I haven’t talked to Rachael about it, we all need to have a little grace, a little understanding, a little compassion,” he said. “I have seen some stuff online. Again, this judge, jury, executioner thing where people are just tearing this girl’s life apart … Until I actually hear this woman have a chance to speak, who am I to say any of this … I saw a picture of her at a sorority party five years ago that’s it. … My guess? These girls got dressed up and went to a party and had a great time, they were 18 years old. Now, does that make it OK? I don’t know Rachel, you tell me. Were we all looking through [that lens] in 2018?”

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Rachael broke her silence on February 11 via Instagram.
“While there have been rumors circulating, there have also been truths that have come to light that I need to address. I hear you, and I’m here to say I was wrong,” she wrote in part. “At one point, I didn’t recognize how offensive and racist my actions were, but that doesn’t excuse them. My age or when it happened does not excuse anything. They are not acceptable or OK in any sense. I was ignorant, but my ignorance was racist.”

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According to sources, Matt and Rachael called it quits after she made her public apology in mid-February. He initially stood by her, per the insider. 

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With the exception of sending season 13 Bachelorette Rachel love amid the Extra interview controversy, Matt didn’t address the situation until February 22, calling the past few weeks “the most challenging” of his life.
“The reality is that I'm learning about these situations in real time, and it has been devastating and heartbreaking to put it bluntly,” he wrote via Instagram. "Chris' failure to receive and understand the emotional labor that my friend Rachel Lindsay was taking on by graciously and patiently explaining the racist history of the Antebellum South, a painful history that every American should understand intimately, was troubling and painful to watch. As Black people and allies immediately knew and understood, it was a clear reflection of a much larger issue that The Bachelor franchise has fallen short on addressing adequately for years."
Hours after he released his statement, the hometowns date episode of The Bachelor aired and fans saw Matt meet Rachael’s family, including mom Kim, dad Darrell and sister Trinity.

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Matt picked Rachael over Michelle Young during the finale, which taped in November 2020 and aired on March 15, but opted not to propose.

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“When he first called me to end things, my initial reaction was I was very confused. I was very blindsided,” Rachael said of their split during After the Final Rose. “But once that initial reaction went away, I thought about, you know, how strong I thought our relationship was. So for him to end things, like, he must have been very, very hurt by everything. It was hard, because I lost the love of my life."
While Rachael added that she loves him “so much” and always will, Matt said Rachael has "work" to do on her own.

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While Rachael called Matt the “love of my life” again via Instagram after the finale aired, Matt ruled out any chance of reconciliation during an appearance on Good Morning America.
“I think there’s a lot of work that needs to be done before I can think about being in a relationship with anybody,” he said on March 16, 2021. “I need time to process everything that’s going on. I want to respect Rachael and what she’s gotta do as well.”

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Matt and Rachael were spotted together in New York City in April 2021. ”They wanted to keep it a secret, but they got caught walking around the city,” a source told Us at the time, confirming reports that Rachael was seen at Matt's’ apartment. “They’ve been working on their relationship privately over the past few months and taking the next steps to get back together. They spoke and FaceTimed daily.”

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Shortly after a woman named Grace claimed to be in communication with Matt while he and Rachael were also hanging out in NYC, a source told Us that the Bachelor exes had completely stopped talking to one another. "Rachael and Matt are on non-speaking terms after she learned about him lying about being in communication with another girl," the source said in April 2021. "He was in Atlanta this [month], which is less than an hour away from where Rachael resides, and he has not reached out to her to make amends or apologize. As far as she's concerned, what they had is in the past now."
Meanwhile, the graphic designer is enjoying her time alone. "She's working on her mental health and getting into a much better headspace," the source continued. "She's focusing on her own antiracism work and working on herself right now. She's not looking to jump into the dating field any time soon."

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The duo were spotted in California grabbing food with friends in April 2021, just weeks after Matt was accused of seeing another woman behind Rachael’s back. The pair were photographed going to JuneShine bar in Santa Monica and walking through the city.

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After reconnecting in California in April 2021, Matt confirmed that he has seen Rachael “a handful of times” since their split. He told People the same month, "I'm not pursuing any relationships right now outside of that. I said I was going to focus on my relationship with her and that means focusing on it."

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Following Matt's declaration that he's "focusing" on his relationship with Rachael, the pair were spotted holding hands in NYC in May 2021 and getting mani-pedis at Glosslab. In an interview with WSJ. Magazine published shortly after that sighting, Matt confirmed that the couple are trying to work out their issues. "It’s on people who care about being allies to do the work to be truly antiracist,” he said. “And I think it’s unfair to leave people without the ability to unlearn and be better.” Rachael also confirmed in an email to the magazine that the duo have gotten back together, noting that their newfound "privacy" has made it easier to move forward.

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Matt and Rachael packed on the PDA during a trip to Miami in May 2021. The couple were spotted cuddling and walking together on the beach after taking a dip in the ocean.

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Matt revealed in May 2021 that he and Rachael had a big heart-to-heart ahead of their April reconciliation. “It was honestly a commitment that we made to each other that we were going to work on the relationship,” James said on the “Pomp” podcast. “There came a point in time where it was evident that my working on the relationship looked different than Rachael’s because I wasn’t really honoring that commitment that I made to working on the relationship. She was like, ‘If you’re going to make this work, let’s do it. But, if you’re not going to make it work, I’m going to let you do your own thing.’ That’s really all I needed. It was an ultimatum that I needed. It’s been great.”

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The couple spent quality time together at the Little Nell luxury hotel during Rachael's first trip to Aspen, Colorado, in June 2021. "Both were bright-eyed, easygoing and in a very joyous mood. It's very obvious to onlookers that they are definitely headed in the direction of an engagement," an eyewitness told Us exclusively. "They were very close and acted as if they had been dating for years."

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In July 2021, Matt and Rachael hit the red carpet at the ESPY Awards in New York City — and poked fun at comments that they came "out of hiding" for the event. "Ain't nobody hiding!" the former Bachelor tweeted alongside a silly selfie with his girlfriend.

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The lovebirds wore matching blue sweatsuits by THE HAPPY CAMP3R, which send all proceeds to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, while spending time together in July 2021 in New York City. Rachael also documented the couple’s food tour of the city via her Instagram Story, sharing their favorite breakfast spot and tons of ice cream snaps.

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The couple posed with Logan Paul in Las Vegas at the WWE SummerSlam in August 2021.

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The reality stars visited Rachael’s family in Cumming, Georgia, in August 2021. During the trip, Matt even played his girlfriend’s mom, Kim, in a round of tennis.
“There’s no easy way to say this,” Matt said in an Instagram Story video at the time. “Rachael’s mom just kicked my ass. I came in talking so much s—t. I lost both sets, 6-0. I didn’t win a game.”
He captioned the slide, “I’m taking lessons when I’m back in NYC! … Humbled. Mrs. Kirkconnell was at about 50% effort too [skull emoji].”
The Bachelor Nation couple also made homemade pizza, fed wild pigs and went on a boat ride at sunset during their Georgia vacation.

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While Matt prepared to take on Dancing With the Stars in Los Angeles, Rachael held down the fort in NYC in September 2021. The former football player subsequently apologized for watching Kate Winslet’s Mare of Easttown without her.
“I told Rachael I was gonna wait and start Mare of Easttown till she got out here. And then I made the mistake — I was all, 'Oh, I'm just gonna watch 15 minutes, I'm just gonna watch 30 minutes,' last night,” he said via Instagram Stories. “And I went to bed at 5 a.m. I watched the entire show. And I can say that I had no idea … it was gonna be who it was. I've never been that unsure of who I thought was gonna be the person. But now I need a new show."

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After the premiere of Dancing With the Stars season 30 in September 2021, Matt told Entertainment Tonight that he's so "in love" with his biggest fan. "She hasn't come to the rehearsals, but we've made it a family affair," he said. "Rachael and I have hung out with Lindsay [Arnold] and Sage, Lindsay's daughter ... so we spend a lot of time together."
 Matt noted that being able to "do a lot of things together" has been a positive experience for the reality stars after a rocky year. "Everything I do, she does," he said.

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The former Bachelor shared an Instagram gallery dedicated to the graphic designer on September 26 to celebrate her birthday, alongside a quote from the Bible's Deuteronomy 31:6.
“Happy Birthday to my emergency contact @rachaelkirkconnell ❤️🥳🎂,” the ABC Food Tours founder captioned his post. “I love you."

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While Matt exclusively told Us in October 2021 that he “hope[s]” to have a baby as cute as Arnold’s one day, he clarified, " I don't want to get any ideas in Rachael's head, you know what I mean? We've gotta take it step by step. I'm cool with being a godfather, with being the uncle. … I’m just chilling right now.”

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The couple had a sweet reunion with The Bachelor: After the Final Rose host, Emmanuel Acho, at a UFC fight. “Nothing made me happier than seeing @mattjames919 & @rachaelkirkconnell together last night,” the former football player wrote via Instagram on November 7.
He added, “I haven’t seen these 2 since we walked off the @bachelorabc stage nearly 250 days ago. We’ve cried together and we’ve laughed together, but it was all smiles this time around!”

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The couple gave their Instagram followers a glimpse at their walk down memory lane when they visited Nemacolin in Pennsylvania in January 2022. Rachael and Matt showed off places in the hotel where scenes from The Bachelor were filmed.

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“I wouldn’t be with someone that I wasn’t considering marrying, especially at this point in my life,” Matt said on Us Weekly’s “Here for the Right Reasons” podcast about Rachael. “We’ve talked about living in the same city and what those next steps look like. Everything’s on the table.”
He added that the pair spent a lot of time in Miami. “I think Rachael was [hesitant about] Miami before I moved down there because it’s, like, the party connotation, but after spending a lot of time down there, [she’s] warming up to the fact — no pun intended — of being down there,” he said.

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Matt got candid about Rachael's racism controversy in his upcoming memoir, First Impressions, set to be released in May 2022. "I shared how it felt seeing her, a woman I loved, embody a role that had once so antagonized me,” he recalled. “She didn’t offer her ignorance as an excuse. Just a fact — she paired it with the facts of her remorse and regret. … She apologized for the pain I felt. I forgave her."
The couple didn’t immediately reconcile, with Matt revealing he played the field. "I took advantage of our undefined, gray space and reconnected with former flings... It was a mistake," he wrote, adding that Rachael felt “betrayed.”
After later meeting up in Atlanta, the duo decided to give their relationship another shot. “I decided to be better going forward. She had done self-work that I hadn’t reciprocated. I promised her that I was all in,” the former Bachelor penned, calling it “the best decision I could have made."

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During a joint interview with Us, Rachael noted that the only timeline she gives Matt is for starting a family. “I was like, ‘I gotta have kids before, you know, I can’t have kids.’ So keep that in mind,” she told Us.
The duo also spoke about their “playful” dynamic. “I feel like with everything we go through and whatnot, I feel like it's pretty crucial to just have fun with one another no matter where we're at or what we're doing,” she said. “We got to make the most of everything."

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Rachael slammed a sports announcer who repeatedly declared that Matt was single during a celebrity basketball game he was competing in. "Anytime Matt would do something, announcer: 'Ladies, he's single,’” the Bachelor season 25 winner wrote via her Instagram Story. "Like what?!!?! literally a good 10 times."

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Rachael rang in her 26th birthday with Matt in New York City.

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“Fall things with my pumpkin 🧡,” the former Bachelor contestant wrote via Instagram.

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“You inspire me every single day, but especially on days like this one,” Rachael wrote in an Instagram tribute to Matt after he ran the New York City Marathon. “Congrats to everyone who ran the nyc marathon yesterday, you’re all crazy and I freaking love it 🖤.”

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The duo jetted off to Beaver Creek, Colorado, for a winter getaway.

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"I think that we’ve been through so much stuff at this point that nothing really phases us," Rachael exclusively told Us while reflecting on rumors that she and Matt had called it quits. 
At the time, Rachael joked that the speculation was "a little flattering," adding, "But also, at the end of the day, we’re normal people [in a] normal relationship. It’s kind of crazy sometimes when you see, you know, just how invested people are."

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The couple were all smiles while attending a wedding together. "I’mma call her honeybun 🍯," Matt wrote via Instagram.

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Matt hinted during an interview on the "De-Influenced with Dani + Jordan" podcast that engagement was the "next step" in his relationship with Rachael. "Having had so many of Rachael’s friends go through engagements, I wouldn’t dare go look at a ring without consulting Rachael first," he said. 
Rachael, meanwhile, teased that her left hand was "ready" for a rock. "I feel that’s definitely something we want. I’m on his time," she added. 

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Rachael gushed over Matt in a sweet birthday tribute. "Happiest of birthdays to my best friend, my teammate, my sous chef, the man that has my whole heart," she wrote via Instagram. "You fill it (and my tummy) with so much love and laughter and i’m so thankful i get to dance through this life with you. thank you for your never ending love and support and smooches and snuggles. to many more adventures, happy birthday my pumpkin."

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Matt took to social media to announce that he and Rachael had split. "Father God, give Rachael and I strength to mend our broken hearts. Give us a peace about this decision to end our relationship that transcends worldly understanding. Shower our friends and family with kindness and love to comfort us. And remind us that our Joy comes from you, Lord 💔," he wrote.

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Prince William Shares Pint With Soccer Fans After Kate Middleton Remission

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Prince William surprised soccer fans with a round of drinks during his first outing since his wife Princess Kate Middleton announced her cancer was in remission.

The Prince of Wales, 42, was photographed sitting at a table inside a Birmingham branch of Wetherspoons, a British pub chain, with Aston Villa soccer fans before they headed to a match between their team and Everton on Wednesday, January 15.

William’s visit came after a nearby visit to the College of Paramedics conference. He was named patron of the organization on the same day.

William’s visit to the pub was pre-arranged by the soccer club after William asked to be put in touch with some of its biggest supporters, a Kensington Palace spokesperson told Us Weekly.

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The spokesperson also confirmed that the prince paid for a round of drinks for the soccer fans in attendance.

The royal was waiting for his train home when he stopped at the pub — which is located inside the Birmingham New Street train station — according to The Sun’s Royal Editor, Matt Wilkinson.

“You’ve got to be British, I think, to understand the cultural significance of a future king in the ‘spoons!” the Daily Mail‘s Royal Editor, Rebecca English, wrote on X, referencing the nickname for the well-known pub chain.

 

Daniel Jones, an 18-year-old student who was at the pub, told BBC News that William was a “lovely guy, proper down to earth” who loved the soccer team “and the passion we all share.”

“I think if he didn’t have other commitments he would have loved to be at the match,” Jones said.

Meanwhile, John McEvoy, a 64-year-old business owner, described William as a “really nice, genuine” person.

“He said he would be watching the match on TV tonight,” McEvoy told the BBC.

William’s outing came one day after the Princess of Wales announced she was in remission while visiting the hospital where she was treated for cancer on Tuesday, January 14.

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“I wanted to take the opportunity to say thank you to The Royal Marsden for looking after me so well during the past year,” Kate wrote in an Instagram post.

“My heartfelt thanks goes to all those who have quietly walked alongside William and me as we have navigated everything,” the princess added. “We couldn’t have asked for more. The care and advice we have received throughout my time as a patient has been exceptional.”

“It is a relief to now be in remission,” she shared later in the post. “And I remain focussed on recovery. As anyone who has experienced a cancer diagnosis will know, it takes time to adjust to a new normal.”

The Bachelor's Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell Break Up

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Former Bachelor Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell have called it quits four years after finding love on The Bachelor.

“Father God, give Rachael and I strength to mend our broken hearts. Give us a peace about this decision to end our relationship that transcends worldly understanding,” James, 33, wrote via Instagram alongside a photo of him and Kirkconnell on Bachelor season 25.

“Shower our friends and family with kindness and love to comfort us. And remind us that our Joy comes from you, Lord 💔,” James added in the caption of his post, which he tagged Kirkconnell, 28, in.

James picked Kirkconnell as his Bachelor winner during season 25, which aired in early 2021. However, by the After the Final Rose special in March of that year, James said he and Kirkconnell had broken up after Kirkconnell’s past racially insensitive social media activity resurfaced. The couple reconciled a month later.

In October 2024, James, the first Black Bachelor lead, and Kirkconnell teased getting married in the future.

“I think that’s the next step,” James quipped during an episode of the “De-Influenced with Dani + Jordan” podcast. “Having had so many of Rachael’s friends go through engagements, I wouldn’t dare go look at a ring without consulting Rachael first.”

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Kirkconnell concurred that deciding on the diamond was the next step before James popped the question.

“I have the finger ready,” she joked on the podcast. “I feel that’s definitely something we want. I’m on his time. My problem is I definitely need to go find a ring I like and everything, but that’s on him at that point. … That’s a problem, I don’t even know what I want.”

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During the same episode, James said he had “been hinting at marriage for a very long time.”

“I don’t think Rachael is taking my hints seriously,” he joked. “I’m obviously a couple years older than you and women tend to outlive the men because, I don’t know, but that’s typically how it goes. I fully embrace being a stay-at-home dad. I will stay home and take care of the kids, so I’m gonna empower you … [to] start your own brand.”

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Kirkconnell, who laughed off James’ remarks about hints and launching a lifestyle empire, said she was also ready to build a family with the former football player.

“I’ll say this, I love the idea of getting married and having that commitment to one another, and kids and family really excite me,” Kirkconnell said. “But, the idea of planning a wedding really puts me off. Like sometimes I’m just, like, ‘Let’s just elope.’”

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James previously told Us Weekly that he and Kirkconnell weren’t succumbing to external pressures to quicken their timeline.

“We’re doing great. I feel like when you feel pressure, it’s when you don’t wanna do something,” James exclusively told Us in June 2024. “So I’ve never really felt pressure [to get engaged] because it’s something that I’ve always wanted to do. It’s something that we’re gonna do at some point. That’s why we’re together and what we’re working toward. I’m excited about our future.”

Chrishell Stause Admits to Intentionally Shading Traitors' Tom Sandoval

hrishell Stause Intentionally Left Tom Sandoval Out of 'Traitors' Post
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Chrishell Stause has no love for Tom Sandoval.

The Selling Sunset star admitted that she intentionally left her Traitors season 3 costar out of an Instagram post promoting the latest season of the Peacock game show.

“Yes, I did [intentionally leave him out],” Stause, 43, responded to a fan question during a Wednesday, January 15, appearance on the Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen After Show.

Back in November, Stause shared promotional images and a trailer for The Traitors season 3 via Instagram, including her fellow castmates’ headshots. Sandoval, 42, was conspicuously absent from the post.

“No, I don’t want him on my page,” Stause told host Andy Cohen and fellow guest Lisa Barlow on Wednesday’s WWHL After Show. “I hate him.”

The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Barlow responded, “Hate’s a strong word,” to which Stause said, “Exactly.”

Though Stause didn’t elaborate on why she hates Sandoval, she has publicly supported Sandoval’s ex, Ariana Madix, in the wake of the Vanderpump Rules duo’s messy breakup in 2023. In March of that year, Sandoval was caught cheating on Madix with costar Rachel “Raquel” Leviss.

Sandoval apologized to Madix in a statement shared via Instagram at the time. “I want to first and foremost apologize to everyone I’ve hurt through this process. Most of all, I want to apologize to Ariana,” he wrote. “I made mistakes, I was selfish and made reckless decisions that hurt somebody I love. No one deserves to feel that pain so traumatically and publicly.”

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He continued, “I can only imagine how devastating this has been for Ariana and everyone around us. I feel really horrible about that. My biggest regret is that I dishonored Ariana. I never meant to disappoint so many people, including our loving families and friends.”

Despite hoping to put the past behind him, it seems some of Sandoval’s Traitors costars aren’t easily forgetting his affair.

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In the first episode of Traitors season 3, Nikki Garcia and Gabby Windey had a visceral reaction to seeing Sandoval arrive at the Scottish castle where the show takes place.

“Oh my gosh, do you see who it is?” Nikki, 41, asked Gabby, 34, who replied, “Is that Sandoval? I am not saying hi to him.”

Nikki laughed at Gabby’s reaction, adding, “I know, right?”

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During the premiere episode, Stause questioned whether Sandoval suspected her as a Traitor because of her friendship with Madix, 39. “Do you think it’s because I’m friends with Ariana and he knows that?” she asked Garcia, Dylan Efron and Danielle Reyes. “That’s sabotage.”

“Probably. That’s so not cool. That is sabotage,” Garcia responded.

Bollywood Star Saif Ali Khan Stabbed in Suspected Home Invasion

Bollywood Star Saif Ali Khan Stabbed in Suspected Home Invasion
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Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan is recovering from surgery after he was stabbed multiple times in a suspected home invasion at his Mumbai home.

The popular actor, 54, suffered at least six stab wounds, including one near his spine, during what his team described as an attempted robbery in the Bandra area of Mumbai early Thursday, January 16, per the ANI news agency.

Dr. Nitin Dange of the Lilavati Hospital, where Khan is being treated, told reporters that the actor “sustained a major injury to the thoracic spinal cord due to a lodged knife in the spine,” reported the BBC.

“A surgery was performed to remove the knife and repair leaking spinal fluid. Two other deep wounds on his left hand and one other on his neck were repaired by the plastic surgery team,” Dange added.

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Khan’s team told ANI in a statement, “Saif Ali Khan has come out of surgery and is out of danger. He is currently in recovery and the doctors are monitoring his progress. All family members are safe and the police is investigating the incident.”

“We would like to thank Dr. Niraj Uttamani, Dr. Nitin Dange, Dr. Leena Jain and the team at Lilavati Hospital. Thank you to all his fans and well-wishers for their prayers and thoughts during this time,” the statement added.

Mumbai’s deputy police commissioner Dixit Gedam said that the attack is under investigation and a city-wide manhunt is in progress.

“One of the accused has been identified, but is yet to be caught and has been absconding,” Gedam said, per Sky News. “He entered the house from a fire escape and got entry to the stairs. We are also looking at others involved in the incident. Our police teams are now across the city of Mumbai and have also gone beyond the city’s boundaries.”

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Khan is married to fellow Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor. The couple share two children, Taimur, 8, and Jeh, 4.

“There was an attempted burglary in Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s residence last night. Saif had an injury on his arm for which he is in the hospital, undergoing a procedure. The rest of the family is doing fine. We request media and fans to be patient and not speculate any further as the Police is already doing their due investigations,” Kapoor’s team said, per the Indian Express.

Tommy Lee Slams Musicians Promoting Their Work Amid L.A. Fires

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Tommy Lee has something to say to his fellow musicians.

The Mötley Crüe drummer shared a missive via Instagram on Tuesday, January 14, taking aim at artists promoting their work on social media amid the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires. Thousands of people have lost their homes and been displaced due to fires affecting areas of L.A. since January 7.

“Makes me f—ing sick to see most people just caring on a posting on lame ass social media!” Lee, 62, shared. “Guys right now nobody gives a flying f–k when your record drops or the next concert is when so many people are in the middle of one of the biggest disasters of all time!”

“I get that some comic relief is always [needed] but Jesus Christ, leave it all alone and maybe just stop and see who needs help if you can,” he added, though he didn’t name any specific artists.

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Lee isn’t the only star to call out celebrities over their social media activity over the last week.

On Tuesday, Kelly Osbourne called out celebrities she thinks are using the wildfires for personal attention.

While Osbourne, 40, didn’t name names, she slammed the “disturbing” trend of stars continuing to post about how they are helping victims of the wildfires that have so far killed 25 people.

“Is it just me being my normal overthinking, cynical self or is it really disturbing to see all of these celebrities using other people’s pain and suffering as a photo op to say, look, ‘I’m helping, I’m doing this, I’m doing that?’” she asked in a video posted via TikTok.

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“I don’t believe you help because you get attention for helping, I believe you just help because you want to. I’m so confused, I think it’s so wrong,” she continued. “No one asked you to come out and give hugs, go home.”

Osbourne’s comments come as celebrities around the world are donating their time and money to wildfire relief efforts. Many have done so publicly, sharing photos and videos of themselves volunteering.

A host of celebrities, including Beyoncé, Paris Hilton, Jamie Lee Curtis and Eva Longoria have donated money to organizations supporting wildfire relief. As of Wednesday, January 15, fires in the Palisades and Eaton areas of L.A. have damaged or destroyed more than 12,300 structures, according to CNN. That includes the homes of many celebrities, including Hilton, Mel Gibson, Anna Faris and Billy Crystal.

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

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Timothee Chalamet Fined $79 After Riding Bike to London Premiere

Timothee Chalamet Fined $79 After Riding Bike to London Premiere
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Timothée Chalamet revealed he was fined $79 after riding an electric bike to the London premiere of his new film, A Complete Unknown.

The Oscar nominee, 29, was pictured posing in a dapper navy suit on the back of a green-and-white Lime bike while attending the Tuesday, January 14, premiere at BFI Southbank. Appearing on the French talk show Quotidien on Wednesday, January 15, Chalamet said he opted for the mode of transport because of a traffic jam that threatened to derail his appearance.

However, his highly relatable moment didn’t come without risk. The actor revealed that he was fined £65 — roughly $79 — for failing to park the bike properly.

“There was a traffic jam and I actually wasn’t allowed to park there, and I got a £65 fine,” Chalamet said Wednesday, per a clip posted via X.

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He quipped, “And actually it’s horrible because it was an advert for them,” referring to Lime, which operates electric bikes in the British capital at a subsidized rate to allow people to get around the city.

Following his talk show appearance on Wednesday, the Wonka star enjoyed a cute Paris date night with his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, 27.

The couple were spotted hand-in-hand during a date night in the City of Love, per photos published by Page Six.

According to the outlet, cameras caught Jenner, 27, and Chalamet, 29, stepping into Hotel Royal Monceau following dinner at an upscale restaurant. Jenner looked très chic in a black jumpsuit with a halter neckline while her beau sported dark jeans, a white shirt, and a multi-colored houndstooth coat and hat.

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Earlier this month, Jenner attended the Golden Globe Awards in support of Chalamet, who was nominated for a Best Actor award for his role as Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown. The twosome stole a kiss during the ceremony, where they sat next to each other at a table with Chalamet’s costar Elle Fanning and Elle’s sister, Dakota Fanning.

Jenner posed for photos with the Fannings and also whipped out a camera and snapped a pic of Chalamet on his big night. Later, Jenner and Chalamet were seen posing for photos in the Beverly Hilton with stars including Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and mingling with other guests.

Jenner and Chalamet were first linked in April 2023 and also attended last year’s Golden Globes.

Brody Jenner Says He’s Received a ‘Real’ Apology From Caitlyn Jenner

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Brody Jenner says Caitlyn Jenner has apologized for “not being there” when Brody was growing up.

“Just recently, I got a real, sincere apology,” Brody, 41, said of Caitlyn, 75, in the Wednesday, January 15 episode of Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test. “It was the first time in my life that I’ve ever gotten an apology. You know, ‘I’m sorry for not being there,’ and honestly, it meant a lot.”

It is no secret that Brody and Caitlyn share a complicated history. Long before becoming a star of The Hills or a contestant on Special Forces, Brody spent his formative years with a famous father who wasn’t always around. Caitlyn, formerly Bruce, transitioned in 2015, and since then their relationship is “better,” Brody said on the Fox reality show.

When he was young, however, “I’d randomly see him — ‘him’ at the time — you know, here and there,” he remembered. “But, mom would tell me that I would write on cards, ‘Why doesn’t dad call me on my birthday?’”

Brody Jenner and Caitlyn Jenner's Complicated Relationship Over the Years

Caitlyn, who is a former Olympic decathlete and motivational speaker, has six children with three different wives: Burt Jenner and Cassandra Marino with Chrystie Scott, Brandon Jenner and Brody with Linda Thompson and Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner with Kris Jenner.

“I had an incredible mother,” Brody said in Special Forces. “Father, Bruce, at the time, wasn’t around that much. They split, and then he met a woman. She had kids as well. The woman that he met … they had kids together.” 

Caitlyn appeared on Keeping Up With the Kardashians (2007-2021) with ex-wife Kris and their daughters Kylie and Kendall, in addition to Kim, Kourtney, Khloé and Rob Kardashian — Kris’ children from her previous marriage to the late Robert Kardashian.

Brody admitted that the Kardashians’ show had made him feel “a little bit abandoned,” but with hindsight, he now understands that Caitlyn was “going through [her] own struggles, transitioning, and it was all that was put on TV, and there were these moments that we would have that was all filmed, and it just felt very invasive and not very genuine, I would say.”

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When Brody “found out that Caitlyn, or Bruce, wanted to be Caitlyn, it was sort of a relief,” he shared. “I think that there were a lot of things that started to make sense, you know, just in my life, about my father, and maybe why he wasn’t there all those years.” 

Brody has gained new perspective since welcoming daughter Honey with Tia Blanco in 2023.

“I think not having Bruce around growing up and her doing that transition, it was tough just being her son,” he said in Special Forces. “I just had a beautiful little daughter. I’m not living for myself anymore. I’m living for her. … I think it’s gonna make me a better father.”

He added: “I’m gonna do the exact opposite of, as far as being there for her, as my father did for me.”

Justin Bieber Gives Son Jack a Sweet Kiss in Black-and-White Photo

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Justin Bieber is spending quality time with his baby son, Jack.

Justin, 30, shared a sweet pic with Jack via Instagram on Wednesday, January 15, that showed the singer nuzzling the top of his son’s head. Justin’s eyes were closed in the black-and-white snap, which he featured alongside a carousel of images from a wintry family holiday. 

The new father left the caption of his post blank, only tagging the photographer Rory Kramer.

The other snaps show Justin striking various poses against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains and trees, and stepping out of a creek wearing nothing but his underwear, a hat and boots. The photos also feature the pop star with his wife, Hailey Bieber, who is shown in one snap walking alongside Justin in a white ski suit, and in another, indoors and looking at her phone. The couple’s dogs, Oscar and Piggy Lou, also make appearances.

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Justin and Hailey, 28, became first-time parents in August, with Justin announcing their son’s birth in a social media post.

“WELCOME HOME,” he captioned a photo of Hailey touching Jack’s foot, which was wrapped in a fuzzy blanket. “JACK BLUES BIEBER 🐻.”

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Since becoming parents, the pair are experiencing a new set of relationship dynamics.

“There has been a total shift in their marriage since renewing their vows [in May 2024] and welcoming baby Jack,” a source exclusively revealed to Us Weekly earlier this month. “He’s truly brought them so much happiness and a renewed bond.”

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According to the insider, fatherhood has put Justin in a good place mentally as he is “obsessed” with his child. The source noted that Justin is a “really good dad.” As for Hailey, the insider said that her “main priority is being a mom right now.”

Justin and Hailey hope to have “a big family” one day, but aren’t in a rush to expand their brood. When it comes to adding siblings for Jack, the source noted that they feel it’s “up to ‘God’s plan.’”

After welcoming Jack, the parents were in “total bliss” as they adjusted to their new roles, an insider told Us at the time. 

“Justin is overjoyed and very hands-on. A lot of things will change,” the insider explained last August. “He’s a dad now and will be a lot more private and protective and focused on the family first.”

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The source added that Hailey was “over the moon and in mom zone, and completely focused on the health of the baby.”

Last year, a separate source revealed to Us that parenthood “was everything they needed. Hailey is feeling really good. She has been laying low and trying not to overdo it with her work commitments. They decided to renew their vows to embrace a new chapter together. They wanted to renew and restore their faith in God together, and in their relationship. It was a new commitment and a fresh start for them as a family of three.”

King Charles and Rod Stewart Share Playful Moment With Pruning Shears

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King Charles III and Rod Stewart shared a playful moment involving a pair of pruning shears.

The king, 76, and the rocker, 80, appeared together at an event for the 35th anniversary of Charles’ charity, The King’s Foundation, in Scotland on Wednesday, January 15. 

At Dumfries House, where the foundation is headquartered, Charles presided over a time capsule ceremony — placing meaningful items into a wooden box — as Stewart, and his wife, Penny Lancaster, looked on. When the king picked up a pair of shears, he jokingly pointed them in Stewart’s direction as the “Maggie May” singer pretended to flinch. Charles let out a hearty laugh while Stewart grinned.

The King’s Foundation, which was launched in 1990, will mark its milestone anniversary throughout the year by collecting items for the capsule that “represent the achievements and legacy” of the foundation, according to a press release published on the royal family’s website

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“The items will focus particularly on what inspired people to devote their time to protecting the built and natural world,” the release stated. “Once collated, the time capsule will be buried on the Dumfries House estate and opened a hundred years from now.”

Charles, for his part, seemed in good spirits amid his health struggles. The monarch announced in February 2024 that he’d been diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer following a procedure to correct an enlarged prostate. During his annual Christmas address last month, he referenced his diagnosis.

“I am speaking to you today from the Chapel of the former Middlesex Hospital in London — now itself a vibrant community space — and thinking especially of the many thousands of professionals and volunteers here in the United Kingdom and across the Commonwealth who, with their skills and out of the goodness of their heart, care for others, often at some cost to themselves,” he said.

“From a personal point of view, I offer special, heartfelt thanks to the selfless doctors and nurses who, this year, have supported me and other members of my family through the uncertainties and anxieties of illness, and have helped provide the strength, care and comfort we have needed,” he continued. “I am deeply grateful, too, to all those who have offered us their own kind words of sympathy and encouragement.”

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Charles’ daughter-in-law Kate Middleton revealed her own cancer diagnosis in March 2024 and said that she was undergoing chemotherapy. Both continued their treatments as they resumed their royal duties; Kate finished her treatment in September and announced on Tuesday, January 14, that she is in remission

In an Instagram post shared at the time, Middleton, 43, thanked The Royal Marsden, a London hospital specializing in cancer treatment.

“My heartfelt thanks goes to all those who have quietly walked alongside [Prince] William and me as we have navigated everything,” the princess said. “We couldn’t have asked for more. The care and advice we have received throughout my time as a patient has been exceptional.”

“In my new role as Joint Patron of The Royal Marsden, my hope is, that by supporting groundbreaking research and clinical excellence, as well as promoting patient and family wellbeing, we might save many more lives, and transform the experience of all those impacted by cancer.”

Trista Sutter Turned 'Blue' While in Hypothermic Shock on 'Special Forces'

Trista Sutter’s exit from Special Forces appeared abrupt on TV, but it turns out there was a lot going on behind the scenes that viewers didn’t see on the Wednesday, January 15, episode.

“When I got back from the beach on the first day, I was in hypothermic shock. My lips were turning blue in the vehicle on the way back. It was bad. I was extremely lethargic,” Sutter, 53, revealed in an exclusive interview with Us Weekly. “It was really scary.”

Not long into Wednesday’s episode, the OG Bachelorette told the Special Forces soldiers that she wanted to leave. According to Sutter, she realized it was her time to go after a mirror room that didn’t air.

“I wanted to get to the end. I truly did. I wasn’t one that wanted to just sign up for the show and get the paycheck on the first day, you know what I mean? I wanted to challenge myself as much as I could, and this is a once in a lifetime opportunity and the mirror room part of it, I wanted to get to that,” she told Us. “I thought that it would be farther along, but because of what happened to me, they pulled me in and I got to really connect on a human level with Billy [Billingham] and Q [Jovon Quarles].”

Sutter also recalled connecting with soldier Rudy Reyes.

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“When I was on the beach, I stopped Rudy and I said, ‘I think I’m going to faint.’ And he’s like, ‘Well, what do you want to do?’ I said, ‘I would love to see a medic.’ And he is like, ‘Well, you can’t, if you see a medic then you’re voluntarily withdrawing.’ … And he’s like, ‘I’m sorry, you have to either VW or keep going.’ And I’m like, ‘OK, I’m not ready to go home,’” she explained to Us. “So I just kept going and he said, after the mirror room, ‘I’m really proud of you. I thought you were going to quit on the beach and you didn’t and you kept going and that’s so important and I am so proud of you.’”

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Sutter called the validation she received from the DS rewarding — and a sign she might’ve accomplished what she was set out to do on the show, despite her quick exit.

“They saw that I was giving a hundred percent — even though my hundred percent was not as great as the professional athletes and Carey Hart, I was trying my best,” she continued. “And so just knowing that they saw that I was giving a hundred percent meant a lot to me. I have just so much respect for them and what they have given to our country [and] their countries. Connecting with them was really important to me.”

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The reality TV personality went into more detail regarding her decision to exit the show, explaining that she took a long shower to warm up after returning from the beach.

“Before we started filming [again] I saw the number 444 and I believe in angel numbers and guardian angels and God and have huge faith and all of that,” she said. “I went into it knowing or believing that my guardian angels were kind of watching over me and went to bed. I woke up to the explosions — all of us did — and instantaneously a peace came over me thinking, ‘You’re good. You’ve gotten a lot out of these two days.’ Even though it’s just two days. It was like a lifetime.”

Sutter added that the staff warned her things were going to get harder if she remained and progressed in the show.

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“And it was already really hard!” she continued. “The in-betweens — running with the pack, which is a third of my body weight essentially — it was really hard. I’ve never been a runner and those were the hard parts, the tasks I was actually kind of excited about and thought I did really well in them even though I didn’t pass technically.”

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On the show, Sutter said she didn’t want to be a “burden” to any of her costars.

“I wanted to challenge myself but [not] burden other people to help me,” she told Us of the remark. “They didn’t have to help me. Golden [Tate] was carrying my pack — you could see it in one of the moments by the bridge — he had two packs on, one of them was mine. And I remember saying to him, ‘I think I’m going to go.’ He’s like, ‘Are you sure?’ And mind you, this is when we are running around trying to get ready to, like, go, go.”

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Sutter reiterated that even though she was only on the show for a short stint, it was a very fulfilling experience. She noted that other contestants Denise Richards (who was the second recruit to leave) likely felt the same.

“I have so much respect for what Denise was able to accomplish and she was the second one to leave,” Sutter said. “Everyone has a different purpose for being there. Everyone has their own individual reasons for leaving and that takes away nothing from who they are and what they’re trying to accomplish.”

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Sutter concluded that she gained back her “confidence” — as an individual and an athlete — as a result of appearing on the series.

“I learned that I can do hard things if I put my mind to it. And part of me regrets leaving when I did, now that I see everything that they’ve been through,” she said. “But I just keep trying to remind myself how I felt in that moment and that peace that came over me, [how I did] challenge myself with the experience and all the people I met, the camaraderie. I’m trying to be grateful for all that, but it is hard. I would love to wake myself up and be like, ‘Yeah, whatever. Screw that piece. Keep going!’”

Special Forces airs on Fox Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET.

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Nebraska Huskers SuperFan Jack Hoffman Dead at 19 After Cancer Battle

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University of Nebraska football superfan Jack Hoffman, who famously ran for a touchdown during a 2013 Cornhuskers’ game, has died after a 14-year battle with brain cancer.

“It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Jack Hoffman,” the Team Jack Foundation confirmed in a Wednesday, January 15, statement via Facebook. “Jack passed away after a long battle with brain cancer, a journey that inspired countless lives and left a legacy of hope, strength, and resilience. Jack Hoffman, you will always be our hero.”

Hoffman passed away at his home in Atkinson, Nebraska. According to the Team Jack website, pathology results after a tumor resection surgery in summer 2024 revealed that his tumor had advanced to a high-grade glioma. He was 19 years old.

After being diagnosed with brain cancer in 2011, Jack formed a bond with Huskers running back Rex Burkhead after his father, Andy Hoffman, reached out to the star player. Two years later, the Nebraska coaching staff invited him to run a play during the fourth quarter of a spring game. Rocking a miniature No. 22 Burkhead jersey, Hoffman — who was 7 years old at the time — took a handoff from Taylor Martinez and ran 69 yards into the end zone of Memorial Stadium to the cheers of 60,000 people.

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A video of the game, which became known as “The Run,” garnered millions of views on YouTube, and weeks later, Jack accompanied Burkhead to visit Barack Obama in the Oval Office. In July 2013, he was awarded ESPN’s ESPY Award for “Best Moment in Sports.”

Jack’s moment in the spotlight helped his parents launch their foundation, which has since raised more than $14 million to aid pediatric brain cancer research. (Andy died from glioblastoma multiforme, an aggressive form of brain cancer, in 2021 at age 42.)

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“Jack Hoffman embodied what it means to be a Husker every day through his courage, fight, and inspiration,” the official social media account for the Nebraska Cornhuskers wrote via X on Wednesday. “We are heartbroken by his loss and send all our love to the Hoffman family.”

Burkhead — who is now a player for the NFL’s Houston Texans — also sent his condolences via X, writing, “Love you buddy. Tell Jesus we say hello.”

Despite his diagnosis, Jack played on his own high school football team as a lineman before becoming a freshman at the University of Nebraska-Kearney in 2024, studying political science. The school released a statement on Wednesday calling the teen a “valued member of our Loper community,” revealing that Jack made the Dean’s list this past semester.

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“Jack was widely admired across Nebraska and beyond for his courageous spirit and dedication to raising awareness about childhood cancer through the Team Jack Foundation,” the school’s statement read. “We extend our heartfelt condolences to Jack’s family, friends and all those whose lives he touched. His connection to the UNK community was meaningful, and his impact will not be forgotten. We are grateful for the time he shared with us.”

In a 2020 interview with ESPN, Jack reflected on “The Run,” revealing he didn’t realize the moment would be a big deal. He recalled not knowing where the endzone was and remembered the words of wisdom his father shared that he carried with him years later: “If you don’t know it, just run until you hit the fence.”

Jack is survived by his mother, Bri Hoffman, and two sisters.

Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet Have Romantic Parisian Date Night 

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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet will always have Paris.

The couple were spotted hand-in-hand during a date night in the City of Love on Wednesday, January 15, per photos published in Page Six

According to the outlet, cameras caught Jenner, 27, and Chalamet, 29, stepping into Hotel Royal Monceau following dinner at an upscale restaurant. Jenner looked très chic in a black jumpsuit with a halter neckline while her beau sported dark jeans, a white shirt, and a multi-colored houndstooth coat and hat.

Earlier this month, Jenner attended the Golden Globe Awards in support of Chalamet, who was nominated for a Best Actor award for his role as Bob Dylan in the biopic A Complete Unknown. The twosome stole a kiss during the ceremony, where they sat next to each other at a table with Chalamet’s costar Elle Fanning and Elle’s sister, Dakota Fanning.

Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet Share a Sweet Kiss at the Golden Globes

Jenner posed for photos with the Fannings and also whipped out a camera and snapped a pic of Chalamet on his big night. Later, Jenner and Chalamet were seen posing for photos in the Beverly Hilton with stars including Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and mingling with other guests.

Jenner and Chalamet were first linked in April 2023, and also attended last year’s Golden Globes. While they didn’t walk the red carpet together, Jenner joined Chalamet inside the venue.

The duo “couldn’t keep their hands off each other” during the ceremony, a source exclusively told Us Weekly at the time. “They only had eyes for each other, and it was clear they were totally into one another.” 

“They shared a few kisses, and it was obvious they had amazing chemistry,” the source said, noting that the pair had their legs interlocked while chatting at their table. “They didn’t stop flirting the entire night.”

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Later that month, a second source told Us that Chalamet and Jenner were “madly in love.”

“Everything is going great between them. They both have really busy schedules but make as much time for each other as possible,” the second insider shared in January 2024. “Timothée is always making Kylie smile. They have a very special connection.”

Just days before Sunday’s awards ceremony, Chalamet dodged a question about his relationship with Jenner at the 36th Annual Palm Springs International Film Society Film Awards. The Kardashians star was spotted inside the January 3 event alongside him.

“You have a lot of supporters in here. I know you brought your partner-in-crime, Kylie, here too. What’s it like to have her supporting you on a night like this?” an Entertainment Tonight reporter asked Chalamet after the awards.

Chalamet, however, played it cool and declined to publicly address his romance.

Ringo Starr and Wife Barbara Bach’s Relationship Timeline

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Ringo Starr and wife Barbara Bach have been happily together since the ‘80s.

The couple met while on the set of their 1980 film, Caveman. Before getting together, Starr (real name Richard Starkey) was previously married to Maureen Cox from 1965 to 1975. The exes share three children: Zak, Jason and Lee.

Bach, for her part, wed Italian businessman Augusto, Count Gregorini di Savignano di Romagna in 1966. During their marriage, Bach welcomed daughter Francesca and son Gianni. They divorced in 1975.

Despite connecting during the slapstick comedy, Starr and Bach didn’t start their romance until the filming was nearly over.

“The truth is, we weren’t together until the very end of Caveman. Working, we got along fine, but we each had other people, our respective friends,” Bach said in a 1981 interview with Playboy. “Then, all of a sudden, within a week — the last week of shooting — it just happened. We changed from friendly love to being in love.”

One year later, Starr and Bach tied the knot in London. They’ve been by each other’s side ever since.

Keep scrolling for Starr and Bach’s complete relationship timeline:

1980

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Starr and Bach met on the set of their film Caveman. The Beatles drummer starred as prehistoric man Atouk while Bach portrayed Lana, one of his love interests.

April 1981

The pair tied the knot at Marylebone Town Hall in London after nearly dating for one year.

1988

Bach and Starr entered treatment together at the Sierra Tucson Rehabilitation Clinic. Starr opened up about how seeking treatment for substance abuse helped him stay on his path.

“I didn’t tour in the ’80s, and not a lot in the ’70s. I sort of got involved in a lot of substances and they became more important than anything else,” he told People in 2017. “In ’88 I ended up in rehab and in ’89 I put the first All-Starr Band together. I got back on track, and that’s what I’ve done ever since.”

February 2010

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Bach was by Starr’s side when he received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

January 2014
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Barbara Bach Ringo Starr at the 56th Grammy Awards at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. Starr brought Bach as his plus-one to the Grammys as he and Paul McCartney received a Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award for their work in The Beatles.

November 2015

The drummer and former Bond Girl celebrated 35 years together. In an interview with People, Starr opened up about how their spark hasn’t dulled after all these years.

“There’s no escape … I think I love Barbara as much [today] as I did [when we met],” Starr gushed. “And I’m beyond blessed that she loves me and we’re still together.”

December 2015

Starr and Bach decided to auction off some of their personal items, including some special Beatles collectibles via Julien’s Auctions. The pair raised $9 million for their charity, the Lotus Foundation.

July 2016

Bach and Starr attended the Cirque du Soleil’s The Beatles LOVE show, which was celebrating its 10th anniversary.

September 2016

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The twosome attended the premiere of the documentary The Beatles: Eight Days A Week – The Touring. Starr and Bach were joined on the red carpet by McCartney and his wife, Nancy Shevell.

March 2018

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Bach was by Starr’s side when he was knighted by Prince William.

December 2022

Starr and Bach stepped out for the London premiere of If These Walls Could Sing. The documentary, which was filmed by McCartney’s daughter Mary, told the history of Abbey Road Studios and included cameos from McCartney, Starr and more A-List musicians.

March 2024
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The duo were reunited with Paul and Shevell during Paris Fashion Week to support Stella McCartney’s show.

July 2024

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Bach and Starr celebrated the 11th anniversary of Ringo’s Peace & Love Birthday Celebration in Los Angeles.

“Peace & Love from Ringo, family, and friends in Beverly Hills, California! 🇺🇸😎✌🌟❤🎶🌻🥦🌈☮,” Star wrote via Instagram alongside a video from the event.

'Special Forces’ Costars Cam Newton and Kayla Nicole’s Past Feud Explained

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It turns out Special Forces costars Kayla Nicole and Cam Newton crossed paths (at least virtually) before their time in Wales.

Back in April 2022, the quarterback, now 35, raised eyebrows for his comments about women during an appearance on the “Million Dollaz Worth of Game” podcast.

“Now a woman, for me, is handling your own but knowing how to cater to a man’s needs. Right?” Newton said. “And I think a lot of times when you get that aesthetic of like, ‘I’m a boss bitch, I’m this, I’m that.’ No, baby! But you can’t cook. You don’t know when to be quiet. You don’t know how to allow a man to lead.”

Nicole, who was dating Travis Kelce at the time, took to Twitter (now known as X) to address the remarks.

“The obsession with women being able to cook is truly comical. Cause it’s like if your palate is so superior date a Michelin star chef then bozo. Pretty sure the average woman is capable of making edible food. How do you think she’s survived thus far?” the influencer tweeted.

Nicole added in a second post: “It’s really not a matter of can she cook — it’s more like does she want to cook for your hungry hippo ass.”

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Nicole further addressed the situation via Instagram Live, which was captured by TMZ Sports: “I think it’s foolish that we have to keep having the same tired conversation about the qualities that make a woman of substance. This man said that you need to be able to cook and to be quiet because that’s what his mama did. Like boy, go date your mama then.”

The following day, Nicole clarified her statements.

“I don’t have ‘beef’ with anyone. I have beef with the ideation that reduces a woman’s worth to what’s being put on a dinner plate,” she wrote. “This narrative was publicly shared on a podcast, it’s important for it 2 be publicly denounced. Now if y’all will excuse me, gonna go order postmates.”

While Newton didn’t address Nicole directly, he did claim he was unfairly “scrutinized” at the time.

“You can’t expect so much from a person and give so little. … I should have said on top of what I also said and mentioned that not only should a woman know when to be quiet, a man also should know when to be quiet,” Newton said in a YouTube video. “Whether it’s being whatever you need to be as a human being — man or female — you should be that. And I think not going into depth like I should have cost me.”

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“I got daughters,” he continued. “When the day comes when my daughters look back and say, ‘Damn dad, what did you really mean about that,’ I’m not going to cower away and say, ‘Well, that just got threw out of context.'”

Newton has eight kids, including three daughters, with several different women. Most recently, he and girlfriend Jasmin Brown welcomed a baby girl in 2024.

Nicole and Kelce, meanwhile, were over for good in 2022 after dating on and off for five years. He started dating Taylor Swift during summer 2023. On Special Forces, Nicole has spoken about the backlash she has received from Swift’s fans, but she also complimented the Grammy winner.

“I really, like, like her,” Nicole said on episode two, referring to Swift. “I think she’s very talented.”

Special Forces airs on FOX Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET.

Kate Middleton’s Classic Turtleneck Sold Out — Snag a Lookalike for Just $12

She’s not King Midas, but anything Kate Middleton touches . . . turns to sold! Just like Us, people love the Princess of Wales style, whether it be a trendy burgundy bag or some classic white sneakers. Her latest turtleneck sweater is no different, seeing it’s already sold out, but thankfully we can still snag this $17 lookalike on Amazon.

Middleton wore the look while attending a visit at The Royal Marsden Hospital on January 14, 2025. To be exact, she wore a burgundy turtleneck sweater — a color that’s totally trending for the new year. In classic Middleton fashion, she wore an ultra polished look, pairing the turtleneck with a matching slip skirt, a brown plaid trench coat and some brown pumps.

Her exact turtleneck sweater, which in England they call a “roll neck jumper,” is from a brand Kiltane. The sweater is totally out of stock in her color choice, per usual, but is still totally available in this similar version that’s a fraction of the price on Amazon.

Get the VOBCTY Long Sleeve Turtleneck Slim Fitted Top for just $17 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication, January 15, 2024, but are subject to change.

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A fantastic winter-to-spring transitional top and lookalike for Kate Middleton’s style is the VOBCTY Long Sleeve Turtleneck Slim Fitted Top. It looks just like the princess’s pick, with a lightweight design, turtle neckline and long sleeves. Made with a mostly rayon and slightly spandex fabric blend, the top is soft, stretchy and built to last. It’s machine-washable too!

The great thing about this top is that it’s so affordable that you can get it in Middleton’s color-of-choice, burgundy, and pick up a few others as well and still stay on budget. Other colors that you can stock up in in this versatile top are white, black, olive green and blue. It also comes in size S to XXL.

If you need confirmation of how this turtleneck is a worth-it purchase, take a look at the over 4,800 five-star reviews it’s gotten.

One reviewer’s claim that stood out was this one that said it’s “perfect layering turtleneck or alone.”

“This is the turtleneck you’ve been looking for to wear under other fitted sweaters or jackets,” they said. “[It’s the] perfect fit and silky texture with just the perfect thickness. If only they made tank tops for summer I’d be in heaven.”

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Aside from Middleton’s skirt and pumps outfit inspiration, the top can be styled with so many existing pieces in your closet. Got a pair of jeans? It can go with those and some heels for Friday dinner with friends. Got a pair of slacks? It can pair with those, a blazer and some flats for office outfits as well. Not to mention, it can also be paired with leggings and some sneakers for running errands as well.

Though Middleton’s burgundy pick is a major color trend for this winter, it’ll still always be one of those colors that will remain a classic. This means that for just $17 on Amazon you can get a royalty-approved style that’ll also outlast all of the trends  . . .  just like the princess’s timeless style.

See it: VOBCTY Long Sleeve Turtleneck Slim Fitted Top for just $17 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication, January 15, 2024, but are subject to change.

Looking for something else? Explore more from VOBCTY here and more burgundy sweaters here! Don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!

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Cameron Diaz Says She's 'Just Trying to Stay Alive Like Every Other Mother'

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Cameron Diaz got real about what she’s been doing during her 10-year movie hiatus — and parenting is at the top of the list.

“I was not keeping up with any kind of training,” Diaz, 52, said of her break from Hollywood in behind-the-scenes video from Netflix’s Back in Action posted on Wednesday, January 15. “I did nothing public. I said no to everything.”

The actress — whose first movie in a decade drops on Netflix Friday, January 17 — revealed that she did start her wine company, Avaline, during her pause from acting.

“That was what I was putting most of my focus on,” Diaz explained. “If I was doing anything other than just sort of being a mom and living my day to day.”

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The mother of two confessed, “That was pretty much it. I’m just trying to stay alive just like every other mother. I’m just trying to keep it going.”

Diaz had an extremely lucrative career, pumping out 38 movies in 20 years before pressing pause after 2014’s The Other Woman, Sex Tape and Annie.

The following year, the Charlie’s Angel star shifted her focus to building up her home life. Diaz married Benji Madden in 2015 and in 2018 she revealed she was “semi-retired” as an actress before clarifying that she was “actually retired.”

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In 2019, Diaz and Madden, 45, welcomed their first child, daughter Raddix, via surrogate. The pair expanded their family in 2022 when their son, Cardinal, was born via surrogate.

That same year, Diaz came out of retirement to start filming Back in Action with Jamie Foxx, whom she worked with on Annie nearly a decade prior.

In their new movie, Diaz and Foxx, 57, play former CIA agents and married couple Emily and Matt, who find themselves pulled back into the world of espionage when their secret identities are blown.

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Back in Action kick started Diaz’s return to Hollywood. She has since filmed Apple TV+’s Outcome with Keanu Reeves and Matt Bomer and is set to reprise her role as Princess Fiona in Shrek 5.

“Cameron feels like she’s settled now and is in a good place mentally,” a source exclusively shared for Us Weekly‘s cover story earlier this month. “She has a new outlook on work and the industry as a whole.”

A second insider noted that Diaz’s “goal” moving forward is “to pursue projects — whether acting, business or family life — that feel meaningful and authentic.”

10 Versatile, Chic Fashion Finds Secretly on Sale at Walmart

When it comes to having a closet that’s prepared for anything, it’s imperative that you invest in a series of versatile fashion finds that can rise to any occasion. From in-office workdays to nights out on the town, the right fashion finds can help you do it all in style. What’s more, if you’re a frugal fashionista who wants to save some money while still being fashion-forward, we’re here to help. Moreover, Walmart has plenty of fashion finds secretly on sale right now that are neutral enough for any type of day!

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From cozy hoodies to flowy dresses, Walmart has something for every taste and aesthetic. Nevertheless, we rounded up ten fashion finds secretly on sale at Walmart that are versatile enough for anything — read on to see our picks!

1. Maximum Coverage: This Time and Tru mock neck sweatshirt is perfect for cold days when you don’t know what to wear — was $18, now just $13!

2. Pleats, Please: This Sofia Jeans pleated halter midi dress has a ’70s essence to it that’s perfect for any season — was $32, now just $9!

3. Zipped Up: We love this Time and Tru fleece zip hoodie because it’s versatile and so cozy — was $16, now just $13!

4. Knitted Realness: This Free Assembly cozy yarn cable knit cardigan sweater works for formal and informal moments — was $26, now just $8!

5. Buttoned Up: We can’t get over this Scoop button down blouse because it’s a neutral option that pairs well with everything already in your closet — was $22, now just $7!

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6. Denim on Denim: This Jessica Simpson denim vest has plenty of boho vibes that’s perfect for the girl who can’t get enough of the aesthetic — was $28, now just $13!

7. Closet Staple: You can coordinate this Time and Tru super soft hacci crew top with jeans, skirts or trousers — was $12, now just $4!

8. Ruffle Your Feathers: This Scoop midi sweater dress has ruffled bell sleeves that are fashion-forward and fun — was $34, now just $11!

9. Comfy, Cozy: If you love warm, simple fashion, you’ll love this Scoop V-neck tunic sweater — was $28, now just $8!

10. Wrapped Up: This Free Assembly cotton midi wrap dress will help you flow from season to season effortlessly — was $36, now just $13!

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Tony Bennett’s Daughters Say Brother Took $2.6 Million From Trust: Lawsuit

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Tony Bennett’s daughters have accused their brother Danny of mismanaging the late singer’s finances.

Antonia and Johanna claimed in January court documents obtained by People that they have “serious concerns” about the “mismanagement” of Danny’s role as trustee over Bennett’s estate.

“Danny acted in multiple, conflicting fiduciary capacities for an extended period prior to Tony’s death and took (for himself and his children) significant funds from the Family Trust,” the court documents read. “Moreover, as publicized by Danny to various media outlets, at some point prior to Tony’s death, Tony entered a phase of diminished capacity, which means Tony was no longer able to act as co-trustee, leaving Danny to serve as sole Trustee of the Family Trust with no oversight.”

According to Antonia and Johanna, their late father had a “clear intention and direction” that all four of his children would be treated equally. They are seeking Danny’s accounting from both before and after Bennett died in 2023.

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Antonia and Johanna named Danny in a June 2024 legal motion, claiming that certain assets were unaccounted for after Bennett died. The two women, as well as their brother Dae are all beneficiaries of the Tony Bennett 1994 Family Trust, while Danny is the sole trustee.

Danny has not publicly addressed his sisters’ new accusations, but he previously filed to transfer the court case to the surrogate’s court or dismiss it in November 2023. Antonia and Johanna are now asking the court to deny his motion.

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Bennett died at the age of 96 in July 2023. He is survived by wife Susan Benedetto and his four children. He shared Danny and Dae with ex Patricia Beech, as well as his two daughters with ex Sandra Grant.

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One year after Bennett’s passing, Antonia and Johanna accused their sibling of misconduct. According to the filing obtained by People, the pair claim Danny would allegedly write checks using funds from the trust “as he saw fit” and made “multiple gifts to himself” totaling over $200,700. Antonia and Johanna also claimed that Danny took $50,000 advances in addition to commissions he earned as Bennett’s business manager.

The legendary jazz singer created the trust in 1994, naming his sons as co-trustees. The fund was amended in 2008 in which Dae was replaced as trustee with the singer himself.

Antonia and Johanna also named Dae and Benedetto as respondents in the lawsuit, claiming that they avoided “accountability for Danny’s actions” because they previously claimed the sisters “lack standing” to request accounting for periods ahead of Bennett’s death. Neither Dae nor Benedetto have publicly addressed the claims.

Cameron Diaz Ditches High Heels at 1st Premiere After 10-Year Break

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Cameron Diaz slayed in her long-awaited red carpet return.

Diaz, 52, walked the red carpet for the Wednesday, January 15, Berlin premiere of her new film Back in Action. The actress stunned in an all-black ensemble.

The outfit included a black blouse with sheer coverage across the top of her torso. Diaz paired the top with black trousers and a matching oversized coat. She opted for black penny loafers rather than high heels.

Diaz accentuated her look with a chic low ponytail that was tied with a black ribbon. She also had several pieces of her hair out in a curtain bang style to frame her face. For jewels, Diaz wore a pair of Jennifer Fisher gold puffy dagger earrings and an Alexis Bittar gold armor clip earring. She added a pop of color to her look rocking a bold red lip.

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In addition to posing on the red carpet solo, Diaz was joined by her Back in Action costar Jamie Foxx and director Seth Gordon.

Wednesday’s event marked Diaz’s highly anticipated return following her decade-long retirement from Hollywood. Diaz took a hiatus from acting following the 2014 remake of Annie, which also starred Foxx, 57. During that time, Diaz tied the knot with husband Benji Madden in 2015. The couple went on to welcome two children.

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In June 2022, Diaz revealed that she was returning to the spotlight when she was announced as a part of the Back in Action cast alongside Foxx.

“Only you could get me back in action,” the actress wrote in a cheeky Instagram post at the time, referring to her friendship with Foxx.

In the movie, Diaz and Foxx play married former CIA agents who are pulled back into the espionage game when their identities are revealed. The action-comedy will debut on Netflix on Friday, January 17.

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With Diaz’s Hollywood return, she’s not ruling out more work. Instead, she’s going to focus on what feels right for her and her family.

“I’m not defining anything,” Diaz told Empire in December 2024. “I’m just open to whatever makes sense for me and my family at any given moment.”

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In a recent Us Weekly cover story, a source echoed similar sentiments about Diaz’s work mindset as she’s more “selective” toward potential projects.

“Cameron feels like she’s settled now and is in a good place mentally,” the insider said. “She has a new outlook on work and the industry as a whole.”

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