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Nordstrom Just Dropped 11,000 New Winter Items, and I'm Shopping These 20 From $14

If you’re in a winter fashion rut, let’s change that. Adding some new pieces to your rotation is the best way to get inspired to dress for cold weather. Lucky for Us, Nordstrom just dropped 11,000 new winter items that I’m adding to my cart — starting at just $14!

Nordstrom’s new arrivals will have you filling your cart faster than you can find your wallet — everything is just that good. We browsed page after page to find the best products worth adding to your closet. We found plenty of denim, warm sweaters, casual tops, jackets and more.

Keep scrolling to see the 20 picks we’re buying from Nordstrom from brands like Topshop, Cotton On, Ugg and more!

20 of the Best Nordstrom New Winter Items

1. New Ugg Arrivals

Our Pick: The first new arrival that caught my eye were these Ultra Mini Classic Boots from UGG. I plan to wear them with my rich mom pilates outfits and favorite denim.

Check out all new Ugg arrivals at Nordstrom here!

2. New Nordstrom Cashmere Arrivals

Our Pick: I need to stock up on a new cashmere sweater, and this one from Nordstrom’s in-house brand is right on time. It’s under $80 and has the softest feel thanks to its 100% cashmere composition. The sweater is designed with a classic crewneck silhouette.

Check out all new Nordstrom arrivals at Nordstrom here!

3. New & Other Stories Arrivals

Our Pick: This long-sleeve rib top from & Other Stories is minimal, yet oh so chic. I can’t stop eyeing the subtle ribbed design and the romantic rouleau buttons at the cuffs.

Check out all new & Other Stories arrivals at Nordstrom here!

4. New Madewell Arrivals

Our Pick: I’m a strong believer you can never have too many pairs of jeans. That’s why I snagged Madewell’s latest iteration of denim. I plan to pair the jeans with loafers and a classic button-down cardigan.

Check out all new Madewell arrivals at Nordstrom here!

5. New Anne Klein Arrivals

Our Pick: Winter doesn’t mean you can’t wear skirts until the weather warms up. That’s why the Anne Klein Belted Pleated Maxi Skirt is a closet staple. It has a longer length to keep legs warm and the cascading pleats add elegant character.

Check out all new Anne Klein arrivals at Nordstrom here!

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6. New Naked Wardrobe Arrivals

Our Pick: Every winter wardrobe needs an oversized sweater, and if you don’t have one, don’t let this one from Naked Wardrobe get away. The cozy design boasts a soft ribbed knit and slouchy oversized fit.

Check out all new Naked Wardrobe arrivals at Nordstrom here!

7. New Losano Arrivals

Our Pick: Elevate your lounge pant game with Losano’s Malibu Pant, which features a relaxed fit and straight legs. The pants are made with Siro Modal, a high-quality fabric that feels comfortable on the skin. Did we mention the pants are made from buttery-soft fleece?

Check out all new Losano arrivals at Nordstrom here!

8. New Frank & Eileen Arrivals

Our Pick: While shopping Nordstrom’s new arrivals, I spotted the Patrick Popover. It’s an elevated sweatshirt that pairs well with trousers and jeans. You can also dress it down with leggings for your daily rich mom walk.

Check out all new Frank & Eileen arrivals at Nordstrom here!

9. New Open Edit Arrivals

Our Pick: Thanks to this blazer from Open Edit, workwear doesn’t have to be boring. The blazer has a commanding silhouette featuring flap pockets and notched lapels. Dress it up with trousers or keep it casual and sophisticated with jeans.

Check out all new Open Edit arrivals at Nordstrom here!

10. New Mango Arrivals

Our Pick: There’s nothing like a trendy polo sweater to keep you warm (but not too warm). Mango’s new top is a fun twist on the classic style, featuring short sleeves an adorable buttons. Wear it over a long-sleeve top, or wear it on its own — the choice is yours!

Check out all new Mango arrivals at Nordstrom here!

11. New Zella Arrivals

Our Pick: The New Take Crewneck T-Shirt comes in the prettiest colors and pairs perfectly with leggings. Wear the top on its own, throw a jacket over it or pair it with denim, the options are endless!

Check out all new Zella arrivals at Nordstrom here!

12. New Honeydew Arrivals

Our Pick: Don’t forget to stock up on new pajamas while you’re shopping Nordstrom’s new arrivals. I’m adding Honeydew’s All-American Pajamas to my cart ASAP.

Check out all new Honeydew arrivals at Nordstrom here!

13. New Skims Arrivals

Our Pick: Keep your feet warm with Skims cotton sports socks. You get three pairs in grey, white and white with hearts, just in time for Valentine’s Day!

Check out all new Skims arrivals at Nordstrom here!

14. New Cotton On Arrivals

Our Pick: Feel like an off-duty model in this cozy long-sleeve top. It gives a slightly off-the-body fit that’s perfect for layering.

Check out all new Cotton On arrivals at Nordstrom here!

15. New Favorite Daughter Arrivals

Our Pick: Make your siblings jealous with this T-shirt that’s a must-have for any wardrobe. The front reads “Favorite Sister.”

Check out all new Favorite Daughter arrivals at Nordstrom here!

16. New Hue Arrivals

Our Pick: A fresh pair of crew socks is a wardrobe staple regardless of the season. Luckily, you don’t have to shop too far because Hue just dropped this pack of three cushion socks that keep feet supported and comfortable.

Check out all new Hue arrivals at Nordstrom here!

17. New Adore Me Arrivals

Our Pick: Adore Me just dropped so many swoon-worthy intimates, like this comfortable thong panty that’s crafted from smooth fabric.

Check out all new Adore Me arrivals at Nordstrom here!

18. New Friday Feelin’ Arrivals

Our Pick: When your winter outfits need a little flair, add a trucker hat. Friday Feelin’ just added new styles at Nordstrom, including this “y’all” cap that works perfectly with leggings, a sweatshirt and a long coat.

Check out all new Friday Feelin’ arrivals at Nordstrom here!

19. New Topshop Arrivals

Our Pick: The Balloon Denim Trucker Jacket is a versatile piece to add to your jacket collection. It features a balloon sleeve, spread collar and one-button cuffs.

Check out all new Topshop arrivals at Nordstrom here!

20. New Vinyl Icons Arrivals

Our Pick: Need a preppy pullover? The Vinyl Icons Brooklyn Graphic Sweatshirt is at the top of our list. It’s crafted with weathered athletic lettering to give it a vintage look.

Check out all new Vinyl Icons arrivals at Nordstrom here!

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Kanye West Points Out He’s Following Taylor Swift on Instagram After Feud

Kanye West Points Out He’s Following Taylor Swift on Instagram After Lengthy Feud
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It appears that Kanye West might be ready to finally quash the long-held bad blood with Taylor Swift — and it all started with a single social media move.

As of Saturday, February 1, West, 47, is now following Swift, 35, on Instagram. He also shared a screenshot of his “Following” list on his Instagram Stories, noting that Swift is the only one included. (As of Sunday, February 2, West also started following a private account named “eylulrhyme.”)

He later took to the platform to celebrate his 2025 Grammy nomination — also leaving a Swift-themed Easter egg.

“Thank you to the Grammies [sic] for nominating ‘Carnival,’” West captioned a photo of the Grammy trophy, tagging the likes of Swift, Ty Dolla Sign, Playboi Carti, Rich the Kid and the Recording Academy.

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West’s “Carnival” is up for “Best Rap Song” at Sunday’s awards show, while Swift scored five nods for her album The Tortured Poets Department and an additional nomination for her and Gracie Abrams’ duet, “us.”

Swift and West go way back to 2009 when the rapper interrupted her MTV Video Music Awards acceptance speech, proclaiming that Beyoncé should have taken home the trophy instead. Swift later issued a call for peace in Speak Now’s “Innocent” before West mentioned her by name in “Famous,” citing, “I feel like me and Taylor might still have sex / I made that bitch famous.”

West had claimed that Swift gave him permission to include the vulgar lyric, which she repeatedly vehemently denied. West’s then-wife, Kim Kardashian, subsequently released footage of an alleged phone call between the two Grammy winners that corroborated West’s version of events. It has since come to light that the call was edited.

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While speaking to TIME in 2023, Swift referred to the scandal as a “career death.”

“Make no mistake — my career was taken away from me,” the “Fortnight” singer recalled to the outlet in a December 2023 profile. “You have a fully manufactured frame job, in an illegally recorded phone call, which Kim Kardashian edited and then put out to say to everyone that I was a liar.”

Swift continued, “That took me down psychologically to a place I’ve never been before. I moved to a foreign country. I didn’t leave a rental house for a year. I was afraid to get on phone calls. I pushed away most people in my life because I didn’t trust anyone anymore. I went down really, really hard.”

Kardashian, 44, previously claimed in 2020 that she was compelled to “defend” her then-husband in the heat of the moment. The now-exes, who share four kids, split in 2021.

Swift appeared to close out the feud last year by including “thanK you aIMee” on TTPD, which used capital letters to spell out “Kim.” A bonus version of the track swapped the capital “Kim” for “Ye.” (West has shortened his professional moniker to be “Ye.”)

“Taylor has moved on and is not looking back,” a source exclusively told Us Weekly in April 2024. “The song is her final word.”

These Luxe-Looking Pieces Are So Comfy, I’d Wear Them While Traveling

I always thought I had to choose between comfort and style while traveling, but that’s simply not the case! There are plenty of clothing items — tops, pants, coordinating sets and more — that won’t dig in, tug or make you feel uncomfortable on long trips, and as an added bonus, they look expensive, too (even though they’re not).

Whether you’re flying, taking the train or driving for hours, it’s time to level up your travel fashion game. Ahead, shop 15 luxe pieces that won’t break the bank.

Best Travel Tops

1. Part Blanket, Part Vest: Spanx is known for its extra cozy (and stretchy) designs. The new AirEssentials Puffy Vest is about to become your favorite travel item because of its plush feel, adjustable tie and versatile styling options — $178 at Spanx!

2. Elevated Athleisure: I never dress up for a flight, but that doesn’t mean I want to look frumpy. Skims Outdoor Track Jacket looks casual yet elevated, making it perfect for short and long-haul flights alike — $56 (originally $70) at Skims!

3. A Travel (and Closet) Classic: Everyone needs a form-fitting turtleneck. You can wear this one from Everlane anywhere — even on your next trip. The soft, stretchy design was made for comfort, and you get a serious deal if you buy two — $50 (two for $80) at Everlane!

4. High End for Less: Not only does this simple short-sleeved sweater feel extra comfortable, but looks like it came from one of those minimalistic designer boutiques. No one needs to know you got it on Amazon! — $30 at Amazon!

5. Straight to Vacation: Does your flight land pretty early? If you aren’t able to check into your hotel and change as soon as you arrive, you’ll be happy you wore this elegant ribbed polo shirt from Zesica. You’ll be ready to explore the moment you step off the plane! — $16 (originally $23) at Amazon!

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Best Travel Pants

6. Flight-Friendly Jeans: When I see people wear jeans on a plane, I internally gasp. How can they be comfortable? Well, if they’re wearing Spanx jeans, they are basically wearing leggings — $158 at Spanx!

7. Meeting Ready: If you have to jet straight from your flight to a meeting, I recommend traveling in the Spanx Ponte Barrel Leg Pants. They look professional, don’t wrinkle and feel like a cozy pair of sweats — $148 at Spanx!

8. Far from Boring: You don’t have to sacrifice your fashion sense while traveling. Love bold patterns? These Houndstooth Sanctuary leggings will let you express yourself without pulling or tugging — $60 (originally $89) at Nordstrom!

9. Bound for the Tropics: The conundrum of traveling from frigid temps to tropical locations is solved when you take off in these Billabong Wide Leg Floral Pants. The wide waistband never digs and easily expands as you shift in your seat. Plus, you can head straight to the beach in these — $50 at Nordstrom!

10. Fan-Favorite: Thousands of Amazon shoppers swear by these linen trousers for travel. And the price can’t be beat! — $20 at Amazon!

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Best Travel Sets

11. Your New Go-To: When you don’t want to put much effort into your travel outfit but still want to look cute, you’ll be thankful you have this Sampeel set in your closet — $35 at Amazon!

12. Ready for Europe: Why wait to start planning your springtime Europe trips? Start with your plane fit, which should absolutely be this Ekouaer set$46 at Amazon!

13. From the Couch to the Plane: This Viottiset sweater set isn’t just great for traveling. It’s so comfy and stylish that you’ll catch yourself wearing it all the time — $50 at Amazon!

14. Rich Mom Athleisure: It’s a known fact that this is the set that wealthy Upper East Side moms wear to pick up their kids from school. It also makes for the perfect outfit when you’re on the go — $54 at Amazon!

15. Posh Tracksuit: This Automet tracksuit proves that sweatsuits can look elegant. You’ll be the most comfortable (and stylish) person on the train — $58 at Amazon!

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Amanda Batula Thinks Craig Is Being a Bit 'Ridiculous' About Paige Breakup

Summer House’s Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula had mixed reactions when they first learned Paige DeSorbo and Craig Conover were officially over.

“I’d say I was surprised, not shocked,” Amanda, 33, exclusively told Us Weekly while promoting a new season of Summer House. “I didn’t react the way the rest of the internet did. But when I did get the text from her, I was like, ‘What happened? Are you OK? Is everything OK?’

On a December 2024 episode of her and Hannah Berner’s “Giggly Squad” podcast, Paige, 32, confirmed her breakup from Craig, 35. She told listeners “no one did anything” and “it wasn’t a bad thing.” Instead, they hope to remain friends as they explore different futures.

After the couple experienced three years of long-distance, Kyle, 42, was hopeful “they might go the distance.”

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“I was rooting for them,” he shared with Us. “But ultimately, I think they both kind of kept the relationship pretty close to the chest. I don’t know if there are little red flags on Southern Charm, but I think for the first time ever in the three years that they were dating, she kind of confided in me about some of the challenges they were having. That was a first. I was like, ‘Oh, interesting.’ I always thought it was just rainbows and butterflies.”

Why Amanda Batula Thinks Craig Conover Is Being A Little Ridiculous About Paige Breakup
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When Amanda first got a text from Paige saying she had “top secret information,” the swimwear designer thought “it was maybe going to be an engagement.” She quickly learned it was the opposite.

“I’m sure we will all watch it sort of possibly unfold,” Amanda teased, “but she’ll definitely speak more to it at some point.”

Since the breakup was announced, Craig has chosen to unfollow Paige on Instagram. Us Weekly also confirmed the Sewing Down South founder is back on the dating app, Raya.

Craig’s latest moves after the breakup have left Amanda a bit unimpressed.

Why Amanda Batula Thinks Craig Conover Is Being A Little Ridiculous About Paige Breakup
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“I think it’s a little ridiculous,” she told Us. “I think Craig likes the sympathy from everyone and ultimately, I think what he should have done was clear up the cheating rumors in some regards because she’s really getting a lot of hate and a lot of hate for that.”

While she has been spotted hanging out with guys post-breakup, Paige has made it clear that she is not dating anybody.

From Kyle’s perspective, the internet thinks they are detectives. But in reality, Paige is handling the split the best way she can.

“I listened to her whole podcast and I was like, ‘Wow. She handled that with compassion and grace’ and I think I felt like there were a couple of things that he said that were clearly trying to tilt the scale a little bit, if you catch my drift,” he shared. “So I don’t know.”

Amanda wishes that Craig handled the breakup similar to the way Paige did because of their long history as friends.

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“They had such a long relationship with such history together,” she explained. “You don’t want to piss someone off with the Instagram. We’ll see. She’s keeping busy. She has her tour. She’s always filming something or taking photographs or something. She is busy. Her mind is occupied.”

Summer House returns to Bravo Wednesday, February 12, at 9 p.m. ET. New episodes will stream the next day on Peacock.

With reporting by Christina Garibaldi

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Beyonce Confirms 'Cowboy Carter Tour' Ahead of 2025 Grammys

Beyonce Announces She’s Embarking on ‘Cowboy Carter Tour’ Later in 2025
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Beyoncé kicked off the new year with a major announcement — and plans for a new tour.

The singer, 43, revealed via Instagram on Saturday, February 1, that she will be hitting the road for the Cowboy Carter Tour later in 2025. She posted a video clip of an LED sign that bore the concert’s name, followed by an image of herself with bleached-blonde hair. Further details of the tour have yet to be revealed.

Beyoncé first teased her secret announcement in December 2024 after her Christmas Day halftime show at NRG Stadium in Houston during the Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens game, which aired live on Netflix. In an Instagram post shared at the time, she sat atop a horse in a western ensemble while waving an American flag in a circle around her. The screen then went black before flashing “1.14.25” in red lettering.

She added the simple caption, “Look at that horse,” which are lyrics from her Cowboy Carter song “Sweet Honey Buckiin’.” In light of the recent wildfires in Los Angeles, Beyoncé postponed the announcement until Saturday.

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Fans quickly started speculating about what Beyoncé had up her sleeve, sharing theories about everything from Act III of her trilogy project to a Cowboy Carter tour.

For years Beyoncé has been immersed in a lengthy creative process. She previously confirmed in July 2022 that she was working on a “three-act project” that took three years to make amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

Beyonce Announces Tour Something
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Her 2022 album, Renaissance, was referred to as Act I and featured the singer leaning into dance music.

“Creating this album allowed me a place to dream and to find escape during a scary time for the world,” Beyoncé wrote in a July 2022 message on her website, referring to the global pandemic and the racial reckoning sweeping the globe. “It allowed me to feel free and adventurous in a time when little else was moving. My intention was to create a safe place, a place without judgment, a place to be free of perfectionism and overthinking. A place to scream, release, feel freedom. It was a beautiful journey of exploration.”

Beyoncé subsequently embarked on the Renaissance World Tour in 2023 and released a Renaissance concert film that December.

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In March 2024, Beyoncé ventured into Act II with the debut of her Cowboy Carter country album.

“It was born out of an experience that I had years ago where I did not feel welcomed … and it was very clear that I wasn’t,” she wrote via Instagram at the time, seemingly referring to how she was allegedly treated during and after her appearance and performance at the 2016 CMA Awards. “But, because of that experience, I did a deeper dive into the history of country music and studied our rich musical archive. … The criticisms I faced when I first entered this genre forced me to propel past the limitations that were put on me. Act II is a result of challenging myself, and taking my time to bend and blend genres together to create this body of work.”

Nine months after Cowboy Carter’s release, Beyoncé performed songs from the album for the first time — including “16 Carriages,” “Ya Ya,” “Levii’s Jeans” and “Texas Hold ‘Em” — during her Christmas Day halftime show.

Cowboy Carter later received 11 Grammy nominations at the Sunday, February 2, award show, including Album of the Year and Best Country Album.

Will Mel and Jack Have a Baby? What to Know About 'Virgin River' Season 7

Everything to Know About Virgin River Prequel
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Mel and Jack finally made it to the altar on Virgin River ahead of season 7 — but what comes next?

Virgin River, which premiered in 2019, follows the lives of residents living in a small town in Northern California, including Mel (Alexandra Breckenridge) and her love interest, Jack (Martin Henderson). The series also stars Colin Lawrence, Annette O’Toole, Tim Matheson, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Sarah Dugdale, Zibby Allen, Marco Grazzini, Mark Ghanimé and Kai Bradbury.

After many ups and downs, including a miscarriage in season 5, Jack and Mel ended season 6 as husband and wife.

“Jack’s still kind of holding out for this family that he wants and is quite anxious and eager to know where that is gonna lead,” Henderson exclusively told Us Weekly in December 2024. Breckenridge, meanwhile, teased Mel’s headspace, adding, “She’s just like, in full shock. I mean, she just got married. This is literally the morning after she wakes up, and she’s in shock. And then there’s, like, that hope that sort of starts to creep in. We’ll see.”

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Breckenridge also weighed in on where Mel stands with her newly-found father.

“I’m very curious to see where that goes,” she shared. “I love how Mel tries to open up her relationship with her father, and he keeps trying to push her away because I think he doesn’t want to experience the loss again. You know, a lot of times people who lose people, they’re scared to love anyone again, because they’re scared, they’re gonna go through that pain. But you can’t live without it, you know? It’s not a life if you don’t love again.”

Keep scrolling for everything to know about season 7 of Virgin River:

Will Mel and Jack Face More Bumps in the Road?

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Showrunner Patrick Sean Smith reassured Us not to worry about Mel and Jack’s happily ever after despite a wedding day hiccup, sharing in December 2024, “For me, it was looking at [Mel] as a character, who has had so many hard times, [and the] anxiety of anticipating your wedding day being a day completely free of any of that. Then your worst case scenario happens when your newly emerged biological father suffers a health scare.”

He continued: “It knocks her off balance a little bit, and being off balance is the last thing that I think her character wants to feel as she’s going through this experience with Jack. But I don’t see it coming back again. I see it more as sort of a final lap for her in trying to put the past behind her to start this new chapter in her life with Jack.”

Smith confirmed that Mel and Jack are considering adopting Marley’s baby after her offer.

“With Marley and that situation, we will continue to see Mel and Jack move down their path towards parenthood,” he explained. “We get to live in the newlywed bliss that they have and the challenges that come with that as a new married couple. I think that with the pace at which we’re moving comfortably gives us a lot of opportunity to just keep telling more and more stories for as many seasons to come as possible.”

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Cameron Isn’t Returning

Mark Ghanime Exits Virgin River After 3 Seasons
Tim Matheson as Doc, Kai Bradbury as Denny Cutler and Mark Ghanimé as Dr. Cameron Hayek Netflix

Mark Ghanime reprised his role as Cameron in season 6 but he isn’t returning as of right now.

“I love that relationship, and, I think this season saw a little bit of a sendoff for Cameron,” Smith told Us about Cameron and Muriel. “In terms of Mark, the actor who I adore, he unfortunately won’t be coming back for season 7, but that’s not to say that Cameron’s not a part of our world forever. … I would love to bring him back, and bring his character back when the story presents itself.”

What Will Happen to Brie and Brady on ‘Virgin River’?

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After breaking up in season 5, Brie and Brady couldn’t avoid their feelings, which resulted in a hookup despite their new relationships.

“I’m a practical person. I see and love all the story potential in their chemistry, and in what Zibby and Ben bring every time they get in front of the camera,” Smith noted. “I remember at the table read, our network exec who I love, she texted me or emailed me after and she was like, ‘Oh my God, that scene!’ It was special.”

Despite the passion for Brie and Brady, Smith isn’t in a rush to get them together, adding, “When people were upset with the breakup in season 5, I was like, ‘He’s working for a fentanyl queen! He’s screwed her brother over repeatedly!’ … I want to be very mindful and careful of it and continue to make it as fresh and exciting and sexy as possible.”

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Muriel’s Cancer Battle Will Have a ‘Positive Outlook’

Mark Ghanime Exits Virgin River After 3 Seasons
Tom Butler as Sam, Martin Henderson as Jack Sheridan, Alexandra Breckenridge as Mel Monroe and Ezra Wilson as Theo Netflix

Muriel’s cancer diagnosis in season 6 shocked fans but Smith “felt like there was an opportunity to tell the storyline with a more positive outlook.”

“We’ve now seen her persevere through the diagnosing of it, and in season 7 we’ll get into the treatment part of it,” Smith told TVLine that same month. “Putting a positive spin on life-threatening illnesses feels like a story that is worth putting out in the world.”

How Does the Virgin River Prequel Expand on the Show?

Everything to Know About Virgin River Prequel
Callum Kerr as Everett and Jessica Rothe as Sarah Netflix

Season 6 introduced Callum Kerr as the young version of Mel’s dad, Everett, while Jessica Rothe played Mel’s mother, Sarah. The prequel is currently being developed and would go back to the 1960s.

“That is what Virgin River itself has done beautifully in its balance of not being so boxy but also having something to say that still matters,” Smith told Us about the “romance-forward” and “character-based” plan for the new show.

The Very Best Fashion Moments in the History of the Grammys

Sequins! Leather! Suits! When it comes to the Grammys, Hollywood’s biggest names never fail to dazzle Us with their red carpet looks.

From Ariana Grande’s puffy gown in 2020 to Destiny’s Child’s matching green dresses in 2001, celebrities dress to impress at the Grammys through the years.

Cher arrived at the 1974 Annual Awards Show in an ab-baring ensemble that included a sparkly butterfly headpiece and matching bra. Toni Braxton, for her part, took home two trophies in 2001 — one for Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist and one for Favorite Soul/R&B Album for The Heat — in a dress held together on a wing and prayer, but not before Jennifer Lopez broke the then-fledgling internet in 2000 with her iconic nearly naked Versace gown.

Lady Gaga’s 2011 look is perhaps the most extravagant of them all. The “Born This Way” singer arrived in an egg-like vessel designed by Hussein Chalayan. She was carried into the ceremony on a wooden ladder and even revealed to Vanity Fair in 2011 that she spent “three days” in the egg before the show.

In 2018, the night took a more poignant turn when celebs — men and women alike! — incorporated white roses into their ensembles in support of the Time’s Up movement, serving as an important reminder that fashion can be about more than glitz and glamor. 2019, however, was all about show-stopping looks, like Cardi B‘s vintage Mugler ensemble. Her elaborate number featured an oyster shell design around the skirt with the “I Like It” singer as the pearl. To make it even more glamorous, the New York native wore a pearls necklace as well as beads wrapped around her waist and updo.

At the 63rd Annual Awards show, Harry Styles’ iconic getup was the talk of the night. The “As It Was” crooner stunted a Gucci getup. He wore a yellow tweed blazer with a striped sweater vest underneath, velvet pants and a show-stopping purple boa. Another killer look was Taylor Swift’s mini dress. The Oscar de la Renta number included 3-D flowers from the neckline to the bottom of the skirt. She styled her blonde tresses in a braided updo and looked as elegant as ever.

Keep scrolling to take a look back at the best styles throughout the decades at the Grammys!

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In a suit and bow tie.

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Each in matching striped ensembles.

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In a red hooded gown with gold embellishments.

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In a tiny halter bra underneath a mesh cover-up with butterflies for flair.

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Ono modeled a pale blue gown with feathered embellishments, while Lennon wore a white button-down with fringe detailing, a black jacket, and trousers.

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In a shimmery blue and gold jacket, his signature white studded glove, black pants and loafers.

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In a black lace and sequin gown.

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In a classic little black dress.

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In a black jacket with black trimmings and silver shoulder accents over a black shirt and pants. Brown also wore silver pointed shoes and a musical note pin on his collar.

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Matching in white.

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In a white halter gown with beaded embellishments.

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The ladies of TLC went in matching cut-out black leather ensembles and sunglasses.

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In a red and white dress and matching red choker.

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In a brown plunging back gown with sparkly details.

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In a mesh crimson top with a matching ombre floor length skirt.

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In a white halter gown and fur.

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In her famous palm tree printed sheer gown — yeah, the one with the plunging neckline below her belly button.

 

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John in a pink and lime polka dot suit and Eminem in a white t-shirt and blue sweatpants.

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In a cut-out halter and her staple hot pink hair.

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In emerald colored cut-out ensembles.

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In a white, barely-there gown.

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In a pink dress with a bow around the bodice.

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In a yellow cut-out halter gown.

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In a black ruffled gown.

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In a strapless gown with glitter designs.

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In a studded gown with a statement belt.

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In a deep blue halter gown.

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In a champagne colored floor-length gown.

 
 

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In a glittery off-the-shoulder navy colored gown.

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In a plunging black gown, featuring a high slit and plunging back.

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In a mint colored gown with a cut-out and beaded neckline.

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In a deep green gown featuring spikes and a thigh-high slit.

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In a red and black floral-patterned dress and matching pumps.

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In a black and white jumpsuit.

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In an embellished gold gown.

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In a sparkly silver gown with a thigh-high slit.

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In a cut-out black floor-length gown.

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In a puffy pink ruffled gown.

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In a shimmery navy gown.

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In a pink floral off-the-shoulder gown.

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In a nude cut-out gown.

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In an emerald plunging gown featuring a thigh-high slit.

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In a silver sequined Yanina Couture dress and Lorraine Schwartz jewels.

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In a black lace Armani Prive gown, Lorraine Schwartz jewels and a Time's Up white rose.

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In a red rouched Vivienne Westwood gown, Judith Leiber purse, Bulgari jewels and a Time's Up rose.

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In a pearl-adorned vintage Mugler look with Gismondi 1754 jewels.

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In a Balmain ensemble with Lorraine Schwartz jewels and Jimmy Choo pumps.

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In an embellished Ralph & Russo dress with Niwaka jewels, a Judith Leiber clutch and Jimmy Choo shoes.

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In a Versace gown with Swarovski embellishments, Lorraine Schwartz jewelry and Rene Caovilla strappy heels.

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In an electric blue Georges Chakra Couture gown with tulle detailing.

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In a tulle gray Giambattista Valli ball gown.

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In an orange Yanina Couture ruffled gown with a plunging neckline, which was accessorized with Kallati jewelry. 

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In a sleek silk white Alexander Wang dress and Maria Tash earrings. 

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In an Oscar de la Renta floral number.

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In a colorful Gucci outfit.

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In a Schiaparelli dress and cape.

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In a vibrant Dolce & Gabbana strapless piece with a thigh-high cutout.

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In a figure-hugging Vivienne Westwood frock.

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In a custom Roberto Cavalli feathered gown complete with a plunging neckline.

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In an oversized suit with a hot pink hat and Balenciaga crocs.

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In a Dolce & Gabbana garb with a bedazzled bodice.

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In a Jean Paul Gaultier tulle dress.

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In a black Rick Owens ensemble including stylish shades.

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Lopez stunned in a navy blue Gucci gown featuring a thigh high slit, a ruffled skirt and crystal embellishments. 

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The rapper looked dapper in an azure Gaurav Gupta number, complete with sculptural shoulders and cutouts over her bodice. 

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Lizzo covered up in a hooded Dolce & Gabbana design that was covered in florals. 

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Chyna looked as cool as a crow in a black feathered look in 2023. 

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Swift looked sharp in a white Schiaparelli dress that exposed her legs. The singer accessorized with black velvet gloves and layered necklaces. 

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Rodrigo was radiant in a vintage Versace gown once worn by Linda Evangelista. Rodrigo matched the ruby red crystals of her gown to her vibrant lip. 

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Doja had all eyes on her in a sheer Dilara Findikoglu corset dress that exposed her faux tattoos. 

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Monét shimmered like a trophy in a bronze satin gown designed by Donatella Versace. 

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Jones had a Cinderella moment in a pale blue plunging Celia Kritharioti gown. She glammed the look up even more with a silver body chain and chic updo. 
 

We Tried Khloé Kardashian's and Kylie Jenner's New Perfumes

In honor of The Kardashians season six premiering on Hulu this week, I can’t help but dish on one of their most recent product launches. I have to give it to them: They know how to make perfume. Kim Kardashian has launched plenty of potions since 2009, and recently, Khloé Kardashian and Kylie Jenner debuted their much-anticipated fragrances.

These new scents respectively capture the energies of Khloé and Kylie. XO Khloé feels mature and sophisticated, while Cosmic exudes a free-spirited playfulness. Truly, they couldn’t be more different from each other.

While both fragrances deserve a spot on your vanity, I don’t blame you for wanting to try one at a time. So, how do you know which scent is right for your personality? Keep reading to get a full breakdown of both perfumes.

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Khloé Kardashian XO Khloé Eau de Parfum

Delicate yet powerful, this floral-meets-woodsy scent has a soft energy to it. It’s not one of those perfumes that makes an entrance before you do. Instead, it compliments and enhances your aura.

XO Khloé opens with an elegant mix of crystallized rose petals, lavender and sage blossom to uplift your mood. As it dries down, it becomes warmer and more inviting with a tinge of praline, orange blossom, moss and tonka bean. This is one of those scents that makes you feel secure in yourself. Spritz it as a finishing touch before special occasions!

Best For: Women looking for a refined, elegant scent that exudes delicate confidence.

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Cosmic Kylie Jenner Eau de Parfum 

Youthful, juicy and effervescent — these are the words that came to mind as soon as I spritzed Cosmic. This scent beautifully blends vibrant fruity notes with calming gourmands for an aroma that can be worn anytime, anywhere. It’s light enough to wear every day, yet it feels special enough for date nights and major events.

Star jasmine and blood orange enliven the senses with a single spray. These top notes give the scent a sparkling quality guaranteed to turn heads. After a while, it settles into the skin with golden amber, bright peony, vanilla musk and cedarwood. These robust notes deepen Cosmic and make it more alluring without losing its dainty playfulness.

Best For: Anyone who’s feeling flirty and ambitious.

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My Life in Food: Southern Charm’s Leva Bonaparte Shares Unique Comfort Food

Southern Charm star Leva Bonparate owns several eateries in Charleston — but what foods give her all the feels and fuel her soul?

Bonaparte, who highlights her establishment Republic Garden & Lounge on Southern Hospitality, dishes in the latest issue of Us Weekly all about which meals matter most in her life. Starting with her ultimate comfort foods.

The restaurateur, 45, reveals that “Lays chips with ranch dressing” is the comfort food she eats when no one is watching.

“I’m pretty sure my son was made by that,” Bonaparte jokes in her My Life in Food feature, referring to her and husband Lamar Bonaparte’s only child, Lamar “Little” Jr., who was born in January 2018.

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Leva adds that the combo of Lays chips and ranch was “also all I could keep down the first month I was pregnant.”

When she’s not craving chips and dip, Leva tells Us her comfort treat is Ferrero Rocher chocolate.

Scroll down for more of Leva’s memorable meals — and pick up the latest issue of Us Weekly, on newsstands now:

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What special dinner would your parents make for you on your birthday?

Fesenjoon [a Persian dish with chicken, pomegranate and walnuts]. It’s my favorite because of the nostalgia of eating with family members that are no longer with us, like my grandparents. Growing up, I’d get that and a box of mangoes for my birthday!

What would you order on a first date?

Something light. I love a charcuterie board.

What’s the snack you are obsessed with?

I love eggs, tomatoes and cottage cheese with lots of salt!

What’s a recipe that you made up?

I make recipes up every day! Love mushrooms in everything though! Any recipe I [create] I add mushrooms [like] grilled cheese. My friends laugh because when we eat out, they know I’ll ask to add mushrooms to whatever I order!

I’ve [also] put my twist on [several recipes]. In our culture, we have a thing called Tahdig. It’s when you flip your rice over, like, a cake and the top is all crispy. I love adding caramelized onions and tortillas to the bottom of the rice. It’s so delish!

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What food did you not like as a kid but have since added into your diet?

I hated pomegranate and all things green and saffron. Now I love it along with all things green and pomegranate!

What would be your last meal on earth?

Steak and creamed corn. My hubs and I love a great steak! Wherever we travel we look for a great steak house. I’d never had creamed corn until I moved to the south and there is nothing tastier to me. Add a little truffle butter to the steak and some creamed horseradish and I’m in heaven!

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The 'Buttery Soft' Lounge Set That's Instagram-Viral Is 25% off

With the creator economy in full swing, the amount of outfit videos on Instagram are by the millions. So when one goes completely viral on the app, it deserves an investigation. What we discovered was that this internet breaking loungeset is so “buttery soft” that influencers are saying it serves designer vibes without the price tag. Plus, it’s even on a major sale!

We’ve caught the Prettygarden Women’s 2-Piece Tracksuit Set in so many clothing haul videos, with fashion bloggers raving about its quality. The influencer with 2 million followers, Stephanie Joplin, posted about it here, calling it “comparable to Spanx.” Another influencer with 75k followers, Kirstin Morabito, said that it’s “really nice material” and that it’s “nicely fitted.” While it’s lookalike, the Spanx AirEssentials set will cost you upwards of $220, you can now score this one on sale for just $46!

Get the Prettygarden Women’s 2-Piece Tracksuit Set (Originally $61) for just $46 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication, January 31, 2024, but are subject to change.

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So what’s all the hype about this two-piece set? It comes to three things: the design, the material and the fit. To start, the material that “feels luxurious,” according to shoppers, is a brilliant mixture of viscose, polyester and elastane that Morabito says is also “thick.” Morabito also said that the fit is “obviously oversized,” but still looks “put together.”

The design of the lounge set is the real kicker and the element that sets it above the rest. Similar to the AirEssentials set, this style is made with a half zip top and wide leg bottoms. The half zip has a dramatic-meets-polished collared neck and ribbed hems, while the sweat pants have a drawstring closure to customize to your fit.

Proof of the set’s virality doesn’t just stop at Instagram though, it’s also evident on Amazon as well. It’s been bought over 1,000 times in the last month and has garnered over 950 five-star ratings as well.

One shopper who’s on their second set said that it “elevates a typical jogger outfit.”

“The fabric and feel is soft and buttery and oh so comfortable,” they said.

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To Us, it serves “rich mom travel-chic,” an elevated comfy set that you can use for travelling to the grocery store, school drop-offs and even on vacation. Imagine how much cozier this would make being on a plane! It comes in several chic colors like black, beige and pink and sizes S to XL as well.

After diving into the research around this luxe lounge set, we’ve concluded that’s another fashion piece of evidence that proves you don’t have to splurge on designer to get that polished aesthetic. When they’re made with the right design and material, they’ll go just as Instagram viral as any high end piece. Just like Morabito said, “immediately add to cart” is how we feel about this set . . . especially while it’s still 25% off.

See it: Prettygarden Women’s 2-Piece Tracksuit Set (Originally $61) for just $46 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication, January 31, 2024, but are subject to change.

Looking for something else? Explore more from Prettygarden here and more comfy lounge sets here! Don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s Daily Deals for more great finds!

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Ryan Reynolds Allegedly Calls Justin Baldoni a 'Stand Up’ Guy' in Texts

Justin Baldoni has escalated his legal battle against his It Ends With Us costar Blake Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds.

In a series of text messages released by the director on Saturday, February 1 via his new website, thelawsuitinfo.com, Reynolds, 48, allegedly referred to Baldoni, 41, as a “stand up person.”

The texts were part of a 224-page complaint shared on the website, which hosts two PDF files titled “Amended Complaint” and “Timeline of Relevant Events” available to download.

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In one text, Reynolds allegedly told Baldoni he’d been in a “writing cave” and that his daughters were sick. In response to a message from the director, Reynolds wrote, “What a loving and generous message. Thank you. We’re both looking forward to getting to know you and your family better. We’re also big fans over here. Since before we met and more-so after.”

“You’ve been a wonderful collaborator with B and that means a great deal — to both of us,” Reynolds allegedly continued. “Being a stand up person is everything. And you’ve been just that since day one. Thank you.”

Reynolds allegedly went on to praise his wife, Lively, 37.

“You’ve hit the jackpot with B. She literally passes on every film and every filmmaker all the time. But one thing I know — and I speak from a deep wellspring of experience here, having her in your court behind the scenes, as a creative, is invaluable,” he allegedly wrote.

Reynolds allegedly added that “some of the greatest creative decisions ‘I’ve’ made are in fact Blake.”

“I’m excited for you to work together,” he also wrote. “I’m excited for Blake to crack open her creative piggy bank with someone as dynamic as you. This is gonna be INCREDIBLE.”

The actor also asked if Baldoni could adjust the film’s shooting dates by two weeks so that he “could have my family reunited as soon as possible.” He added, “We’re hardwired for keeping our family together, it’s how to win us, and it’s also how to kill us when we can’t.”

“All this to say, I’d have your … producer’s face tattooed to my perineum if he/she/they can figure out how to start two weeks earlier,” Reynolds also wrote. “Completely understand how big of an ask that is. But the perineum is one of the most nervy parts of the human body to expose to trauma. So…”

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Us Weekly reached out to reps for Lively, Reynolds and Baldoni for comment.

Baldoni’s team announced that a website was forthcoming last month. “Justin and team have the right to defend themselves with the truth,” Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, said in a statement to Us on January 21. “And this is what we will be continuing to show with the upcoming website containing all correspondence as well as relevant videos that directly quash her claims.”

Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni in December 2024, accusing the director of creating a hostile work environment on the set of It Ends With Us and of sexual harassment. Baldoni has denied the allegations.

Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios filed their own lawsuit against Lively, her publicist Leslie Sloan, and Reynolds. He accused the group of civil extortion, defamation, invasion of privacy, and more. He is seeking $400 million in damages. Lively has denied the allegations and is seeking to have the lawsuit against her dismissed.

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Justin Baldoni Posts Notes From 'It Ends With Us' Intimacy Coordinator Meeting

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Amid his ongoing legal battle with Blake Lively, It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni has shared his alleged handwritten notes from a meeting with an intimacy coordinator for the film.

The notes from Baldoni, 41, were shared via a website with the URL “thelawsuitinfo.com” which Us Weekly confirmed went live on Saturday, February 1. Last month, the director promised the now-live website would support his allegations against Lively. Two documents were uploaded to Baldoni’s website titled “Amended Complaint” and “Timeline of Relevant Events” and are available to download.

The timeline claims that Baldoni met with an intimacy coordinator on April 21, 2023, to go over how they would shoot the sex scenes for the movie. Both the timeline and the amended complaint note that it was “important to [Baldoni] that the intimacy coordinator be a woman to help craft sex scenes that would speak to the book’s mostly female audience — i.e., be written from the ‘female gaze.’”

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Us has reached out to reps for both Baldoni and Lively for comment.

The document includes an image of Baldoni’s handwritten notes from the meeting, which he claimed were shared with Lively during one of their “script-writing meetings” at her residence in New York.

“These notes would later become the basis for Lively’s Complaint, in which she states that Baldoni would talk about his own sex life and insert gratuitous scenes with Lively’s character orgasming,” the document alleged. “As seen in the notes, these mentions come directly from the intimacy coordinator’s notes — ‘goes down on her,’ ‘orgasm,’ ‘foreplay,’ ‘The clit test.’”

The document continued, “Ideally, these conversations would have taken place directly between Lively and the intimacy coordinator directly, as Baldoni had requested. However, Lively declined to meet with her, leaving Baldoni in the less than ideal position of having to relay these notes to Lively in her penthouse.”

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Lively, 37, officially filed a lawsuit against Baldoni on December 31, 2024, Us previously confirmed, wherein she accused the director of sexual harassment, retaliation, breach of contract, infliction of emotional distress, invasion of privacy and lost wages.

Baldoni has denied the allegations, going so far as to file his own lawsuit against Lively, her publicist Leslie Sloan, and Lively’s husband Ryan Reynolds. In his lawsuit, where he is seeking $400 million in damages, he accused the trio of civil extortion, defamation, false light invasion of privacy and more. In his lawsuit, Baldoni claimed Lively had never met with an intimacy coordinator while filming It Ends With Us.

Lively denies the allegations.

Last month, Baldoni’s lawyer Bryan Freedman released footage from the set of the film, obtained by Us, in an attempt to disprove Lively’s claims that Baldoni was behaving inappropriately while filming a slow dance montage.

Blake Lively Versus Justin Baldoni's Version of 'It Ends With Us'

Freedman said in a statement to Us after the footage was released in January: “Us received this video from legal counsel, Bryan Freedman who has gone on record numerous times and told the public that Justin Baldoni and team has nothing to hide and this video, once more proves this. Justin and team have the right to defend themselves with the truth and this is what we will be continuing to show with the upcoming website containing all correspondence as well as relevant videos that directly quash her claims.”

Lively’s lawyers, however, retaliated with a statement to Us: “Justin Baldoni and his lawyer may hope that this latest stunt will get ahead of the damaging evidence against him, but the video itself is damning. Every frame of the released footage corroborates, to the letter, what Ms. Lively described in Paragraph 48 of her Complaint.”

The statement continued, “Every moment of this was improvised by Mr. Baldoni with no discussion or consent in advance and no intimacy coordinator present.”

“Mr. Baldoni was not only Ms. Lively’s costar, but the director, the head of [the] studio and Ms. Lively’s boss,” Lively’s attorneys continued. “The video shows Ms. Lively leaning away and repeatedly asking for the characters to just talk. Any woman who has been inappropriately touched in the workplace will recognize Ms. Lively’s discomfort. They will recognize her attempts at levity to try to deflect the unwanted touching. No woman should have to take defensive measures to avoid being touched by their

'RHONY' Alum Luann de Lesseps, 59, Reveals Her Fitness Secrets

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Real Housewives of New York alum Luann de Lesseps shared her secrets to staying fit at 59.

“You should not drink while you eat,” de Lesseps said in an interview with Fox News Digital published on Saturday, February 1, starting with a tip she gleaned from visiting Austrian spas.

“People are drinking cold drinks while they eat,” the reality star, who recently launched her Countess Cabaret tour, continued. “What happens is digestion starts in the mouth. That’s why we salivate because when we’re hungry, you think — the burn — the digestive juices are already going, so the most important thing is to chew a lot while you eat. Pay attention to that. And don’t drink while you’re eating.”

De Lesseps explained that, for example, “Europeans are thinner because they sip wine,” as opposed to “big, cold drinks.”

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She went on, “That’s not their thing. This is a very key thing in order to stay in good shape. Drink water 20 minutes before you eat or drink — whatever you want to drink. But 20 minutes before you eat and 20 minutes after. So, not while [eating] because it waters down your digestive enzymes and juices that metabolize your food.”

Another secret for the TV personality’s fit physique is portion control.

“In America, we eat a lot. We get big portions. So, it’s about portion control as well, and eating slowly,” she told the outlet. “When you eat slowly, you don’t eat as much because it takes time for your brain to register that you have actually kind of had enough.”

She said, “So, it’s taking time to eat and taking your time and eating slowly and chewing well. This way, you feel satiated. A lot of people just skip over that point and just eat everything and, you know, listen, I’m guilty of the same thing sometimes. But that’s how I stay fit.”

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For de Lesseps, intermittent fasting is another method she uses to maintain her figure. “I love fasting,” she said. “Intermittent fasting, which is you eat late in the morning and you try not to eat [after] 6 p.m. because digestion will wake you up during the middle of the night. Like, if you have a steak at night, you’re bound to wake up in the middle of the night because digestion needs energy, so it wakes you up.”

De Lesseps also advised eating some sort of protein and a salad for lunch instead of dinner, saying that “salad is a no-no after” 6 p.m.

“They’re having a salad at night with their protein and all that, dressing, with parmesan cheese and croutons — and they’re like, ‘This is light,’” she explained. “Well, the problem with salad is it’s 99% water. So, what is that doing? It’s watering down your digestion, just like if you had a drink. People are washing it down with drinks as well, so digestion’s out.”

Instead of salad after 6 p.m., de Lesseps suggested “cooked vegetables,” which she says will have “much more to give you than a salad ever will.” She said, “Not to say that dark greens aren’t good for you. Arugula, spinach, iron filled with vitamins, but during the day. Or you make sautéed spinach at night, and you don’t have salad.”

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Apart from diet, de Lesseps suggested being active as another way for people to stay healthy.

“I’m a jock. I love sports. So, I’m very active. I think being very active is one of the best things that you can do in order to stay fit,” she said, listing “water aerobics” and “SoulCycle” as options for being physically active.

“So, those are big tips,” she added. “It’s really about digesting, the way you eat and just keep it moving.”

Nikki Bella Makes Surprise Return to WWE During Women's Royal Rumble

Nikki Bella Makes Surprise Return to WWE During 2025 Women Royal Rumble
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Nikki Bella made her surprise return to WWE during the 2025 women’s Royal Rumble match. 

Bella, 41, was the 30th and final entrant in the over the top rope battle royal at Indianapolis’ Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday, February 1. 

The wrestler entered the ring wearing her iconic outfit featuring her backwards red hat. Once in the ring, Nikki joined forces with her fellow wrestlers in an attempt to throw Nia Jax out of the ring. (To no avail   Jax threw nine wrestlers off of her at one time, as one does.)

Nia ultimately eliminated Nikki, before Charlotte Flair took the crown as the 2025 Royal Rumble champion and secured herself a ticket to this year’s Wrestlemania in Las Vegas, Nevada

The match marked Bella’s first in-ring appearance since she was a surprise entrant in the 2022 women’s Royal Rumble match. She and her twin sister, Brie, officially retired from full-time wrestling action in 2019.

However, Nikki recently told Us Weekly that she was itching to get back inside the squared circle after making an appearance at WWE Raw’s debut on Netflix on January 6. 

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“I’ve missed it for quite a few years,” Nikki said in an interview published Wednesday, January 29. “I miss being Nikki Bella. I miss being around that family. I definitely miss being in that ring. When they put me in the crowd that night and to feel the energy and see the Bella Army, whether they were in the crowd or online, it starts to give you these feels.”

Nikki Bella Makes Surprise Return to WWE During 2025 Women Royal Rumble
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Nikki added, “Going home to WWE, I don’t think people understand, I started at 22. That’s all I ever knew up until a little bit ago. So, that’s been the biggest home for me and to go back and be home and the environment there is so incredible. The women were just, what a great locker room. They were just so awesome and together and one and unity and everyone back there was just so happy. You could tell the energy there right now is just incredible.”

When Nikki was ringside for the Netflix debut earlier this month, she explained how it gave her an appreciation for the glass ceilings she and Brie were able to break.

“I’m like, ‘This is why we paved roads in this industry,’” Nikki gushed. “I feel so blessed to go back and experience it. I’m like, ‘OK, I think I need to experience this more.’ I really love it. I feel like I’ve still got it, so we’ll see.”

Nikki even hinted that she might be able to convince her sister to join her in the ring again soon.

“When I went and I came back, I was like, ‘Brie, it’s so amazing,’” Nikki said. “So maybe we should make a comeback. She’s so in mom mode, but Brie has that fire in her, too. She has that last run. I feel like it wouldn’t take a lot to get her to come back with me.”

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Brie and husband Bryan Danielson, a former WWE star who is currently on the All Elite Wrestling roster, share two kids: daughter Birdie, 7, and son Buddy, 4.

Nikki shares son Matteo, 4, with her ex husband, Artem Chigvintsev

While she’s focused on being a “great mom,” Nikki is excited to show her son that she doesn’t fit into one box. 

“[I want to] also show my son how amazing it is that women can do all these incredible things,” she said, “whether that’s kicking butt in the ring, running a boardroom, being amazing at school.”

Brie Larson Shows Off Her Shaved Head For West End Play ‘Elektra’

Brie Larson has made a bold hair change — and it’s all part of the preparation for her latest role.

Larson, 35, showed off her freshly shaved head in a post shared via Instagram on Saturday, February 1.

“The most special and energizing time,” the actress captioned the post, referring to her time on stage in the West End play Elektra. “Made this video to give a taste of what the last few months have been for me as we prepare for our West End debut. I have never been in rigorous rehearsal process, and the play we created is wholly unique. Working with this incredible team of cast and creatives has changed my life! We built this show together and love performing. We are a lucky bunch!”

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The video included rehearsal moments featuring Larson on stage, showcasing her completely shaved head. The actress also speaks to the camera, explaining that she made the video “as a way to get inside ‘Elektra’ the play.”

”Just to look at the rehearsal space,” she explained. “Just to kind of get a vibe of how we’ve had to build this show from the ground up.”

Larson added that the team is “honoring” the source material for the play, which is based on the Greek myth of Electra. “These plays didn’t have specific locations and sets,” she continued. “We’re kind of honoring that in our own way by doing it in an empty theatre along with some other contemporary items like a blimp.”

This is the second dramatic hair change Larson has debuted since beginning work on the play. In November she showed off a new pixie cut in a photo shared on Instagram. The style change was a significan tone, as Larson previously wore her hair blonde and cut to her bust.

Larson opened up about the play in an interview with The Telegraph published January 31. “It’s amazing how often she says the word ‘no’,” she said of her character. “I sometimes don’t think she even knows why she is saying no. But it’s the most repetitive and enduring part of her. She’s just like: No!”

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Elektra is directed by Tony nominee Danish Fish and based on Anne Carson’s translation of the Greek tragedy by Sophocles. Larson’s character is furious with her mother, Clytemnestra, who killed her father Agamemnon.

“She is basically inconsolable, unwilling to see the good,” Larson also told the outlet. “But that’s partly what makes playing her such a profound experience. There is no part in the play where you have to set up a way for the audience to like her. The play is not trying to explain itself. It’s just – this is the text, this is how I feel, and I want you to hear how I feel. And she refuses to apologise for that. You don’t tend to see female characters who do that anymore.”

Elektra opened in London’s West End on January 24. The play will run until April 12.

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Justin Baldoni’s Website to ‘Quash’ Blake Lively’s Claims Goes Live

Justin Baldoni’s Promised Website ‘Exposing’ Blake Lively Goes Live
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It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni promised a website that would support his allegations against Blake Lively — and now it’s live.

Us Weekly can confirm on Saturday, February 1, that the website, with the URL of “thelawsuitinfo.com,” had officially gone live with two PDF files titled “Amended Complaint” and “Timeline of Relevant Events” available to download.

The first document, titled “Amended Complaint,” is a massive 224-page tome detailing Baldoni, 41, and his production company Wayfarer Studios’ complaints against Lively, 38. The second 168-page PDF breaks down the alleged timeline of events starting in January 2019, when Baldoni first emailed author Colleen Hoover about adapting her novel It Ends With Us into a film.

Us Weekly has reached out to both Baldoni and Lively’s reps for comment.

Baldoni’s team announced that a website was forthcoming last month. “Justin and team have the right to defend themselves with the truth,” Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, said in a statement to Us on January 21. “And this is what we will be continuing to show with the upcoming website containing all correspondence as well as relevant videos that directly quash her claims.”

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At the time, Us also obtained footage from the set of It Ends With Us from Freedman that he claimed disproved Lively’s allegations that Baldoni acted “inappropriately” toward her.

The website is a recent development in an ongoing legal battle between the It Ends With Us costars after Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni in December 2024. In her lawsuit, the actress accused the director of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment on set. Baldoni has denied the allegations.

“This lawsuit is a legal action based on an overwhelming amount of untampered evidence detailing Blake Lively and her team’s duplicitous attempt to destroy Justin Baldoni, his team and their respective companies by disseminating grossly edited, unsubstantiated, new and doctored information to the media,” Baldoni’s lawyer said in a statement to Us on Thursday, January 16. “It is clear based on our own all out willingness to provide all complete text messages, emails, video footage and other documentary evidence that was shared between the parties in real time, that this is a battle she will not win and will certainly regret. Blake Lively was either severely misled by her team or intentionally and knowingly misrepresented the truth.”

That same day, Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios filed a lawsuit against Lively, her publicist Leslie Sloan, and Lively’s husband Ryan Reynolds. In the filing, he accused the trio of civil extortion, defamation, false light invasion of privacy and more. Baldoni is seeking $400 million in damages.

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“This latest lawsuit from Justin Baldoni, Wayfarer Studios and its associates is another chapter in the abuser playbook. This is an age-old story: A woman speaks up with concrete evidence of sexual harassment and retaliation and the abuser attempts to turn the tables on the victim,” Lively’s lawyers told Us in a statement responding to Baldoni’s lawsuit.

“This is what experts call DARVO. Deny. Attack. Reverse Victim Offender,” the statement continued. “Wayfarer has opted to use the resources of its billionaire co-founder to issue media statements, launch meritless lawsuits, and threaten litigation to overwhelm the public’s ability to understand that what they are doing is retaliation against sexual harassment allegations.”

Per Variety, Lively and Reynolds, 48, had informed a federal judge on Thursday, January 30, that they would move to dismiss the lawsuit filed against them by Baldoni. Each side’s lawyers are set to appear in court on Monday, February 3, in the case’s first hearing.

RHOBH's Brandi Glanville Concerns Fans With New Video of Her Shaking

Brandi Glanville’s latest social media post has reality TV fans concerned.

In a new video shared via X on Friday, January 31, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum was seen visibly shaking while undergoing treatment for an apparent facial parasite.

“Ok so about 5 years ago the boys & I had black mold poisoning from a toxic house we lived in we got a six figure settlement but this is CRAZY!” Glanville, 52, wrote, referring to a previous health-related incident. “I’m on my emphatic drainage machine. ⁦@DrDubrow⁩ let’s get this f–ker.”

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In a separate tweet shared on Wednesday, January 29, Glanville added that her doctor also took four “tiny biopsies” from her face and neck “so we can continue to get better.”

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In December 2024, Glanville revealed via social media that a “parasite that jumps around on my face” was responsible for the noticeable change in her appearance. “What happened? I wish I knew I’ve been in & out of the hospital this passed year 1/2 spent almost every dollar I have trying to figure it out,” she wrote at the time. “Some Dr.’s say I have a parasite that jumps around my face. Some say it’s stress induced edema. I personally say it’s Bravo.”

Last year, Dubrow told TMZ he doesn’t believe Glanville has a parasite. “I saw one of her interviews and I’ve seen the picture of her, the one where she is swollen, the one where she is really deflated with the irregular skin,” he said. “Here’s the thing, here’s what Brandi really needs to focus on… and it’s not her fault, it’s her doctor’s fault. Brandi needs a diagnosis.”

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Glanville has also received help from another source: LeAnn Rimes, her children’s stepmother and Eddie Cebrian’s wife. In late December, Glanville confirmed she spent Christmas at her ex-husband’s home and thanked “Le for offering to help with my situation.”

The reality star has been open about her health challenges. Late last year she told Entertainment Tonight, “Honestly, I have so many doctors and I’ve had so many tests … I did lab work for $10,000. I ran every test under the sun. … They’re like, ‘It could be a parasite.’ That’s, you know, new.”

Glanville believes she has spent $70,000 trying to solve her medical mystery.

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Lily Collins’ Brother Nic Is Already ‘So Proud to Be’ Niece Tove’s Uncle

Lily Collins’ Brother Nic Says He's Already ‘So Proud to Be’ Niece Tove’s Uncle Shortly After Birth
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Drummer Nic Collins is ready to conquer the role of uncle to sister Lily Collins’ newborn daughter.

“Welcome to the world, Tove,” Nic, 23, wrote via Instagram Story on Friday, January 31. “[I’m] already so proud to be your uncle.”

He added, “Congratulations @lilyjcollins & @charliemcdowell. Love you, guys.”

Grammy winner Phil Collins is a father of five — he shares children Joely and Simon with Andrea Bertorelli, daughter Lily with Jill Tavelman and sons Nic and Matthew with Orianne Cevey.

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Phil, 74, recently became a grandfather for the second time — daughter Joely became a parent in 2009 — after Lily, 35, and husband Charlie McDowell welcomed daughter Tove Jane via surrogate.

“Welcome to the center of our world,” the Emily in Paris star and McDowell, 41, captioned a joint Instagram announcement on Friday. “Words will never express our endless gratitude for our incredible surrogate and everyone who helped us along the way. We love you to the moon and back again.”

The new parents also uploaded a photo of the infant wearing a personalized sweater while sleeping in a bassinet.

Lily Collins’ Brother Nic Says He's Already ‘So Proud to Be’ Niece Tove’s Uncle Shortly After Birth
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Hours later, McDowell defended the couple’s decision to welcome their first baby via gestational carrier.

“Thank you for all the kind messages and love. We are overjoyed and very grateful,” the director wrote via Instagram comment. “In regards to the unkind messages about surrogacy and our path to having a baby — it’s OK to not be an expert on surrogacy.”

McDowell continued, “It’s OK to not know why someone might need a surrogate to have a child. It’s OK to not know the motivations of a surrogate regardless of what you assume. And it’s OK to spend less time spewing hateful words into the world, especially in regards to a beautiful baby girl who has brought a lot of love into people’s lives. That’s all for now because she just pooped and I need to change her diaper.”

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Lily and McDowell, the son of actress Mary Steenburgen, have been together since 2019. They tied the knot in September 2021. McDowell also directed Lily in 2022’s Windfall.

“Weirdly, there were moments when I forgot that we were together because the way in which he directs, he such a communicative and collaborative director that is all about how the actor feels and grounding it in truth and someone that you feel very safe with [and] in an environment where you’re the most vulnerable,” she said on CBS Mornings in March 2022. “That’s what you want in a life partner and it is what you want as an actor in your director.”

Lily continued at the time, “He treats everyone the same, and there were very few of us in the cast so we all had a very intimate, collaborative experience that sometimes I would forget that it was my Charlie as opposed to Charlie-my-director. It was so fun.”

‘Emilia Perez’ Star Karla Sofia Gascon Addresses Controversy in New Statement

Karla Sofia Gascon New Statement
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Karla Sofia Gascón took to social media to address the ongoing backlash she has received since a series of controversial X posts resurfaced online.

“THEY ALREADY WON. The first thing I would like to do is to sincerely apologize to all those who have felt bad about the way I have expressed myself at any stage of my life,” Gascón, 52, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, February 1, as translated from Spanish by Us Weekly.

“I have many things to learn in this world, [the] forms [in which I learn] are my main flaw,” she continued. “Life has taught me something I never wanted to learn: it is clear to me that as much as your message is one, without using the correct words, it becomes another.”

Gascón went on to note that, since the release of Emilia Pérez, she has gone from “living a normal life to a life at the top of my profession in just six months.” She added that now her “responsibility is very great,” because “my voice not only belongs to me but to many people who feel represented and hopeful by or with me.”

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Gascón received widespread backlash in January 2025 when past social media posts resurfaced online, ranging from 2016 to 2020 and later. In some of the posts, Gascón made derogatory comments targeting Muslim people in her native Spain as well as George Floyd, who was killed by a police officer in 2020. Gascón has since deleted her X account. Among the posts was even an apparent dig at her Emilia Pérez costar Selena Gomez.

“I cannot repair my past actions, I can only say that today I am not the same person as 10 or 20 years ago, that although I had not committed any crime, I was not perfect either, I am not even now. I just try to learn and be a better person every day,” Gascón’s Saturday post continued.

“I recognize, through tears, that they have already won, they have achieved their goal, to tarnish my existence with lies or things taken out of context,” she said. “Anyone who knows me knows that I am not racist (they will be surprised when they discover that one of the most important people in my current life and the one I love the most is Muslim) nor any of the things for which they have judged and condemned me without trial and without the option to explain their true intention; I have always fought for a more just society and for a world of freedom, peace and love. I will never support wars, religious extremism or the oppression of races and peoples.”

Emilia Pérez is a musical drama starring Gascón as the leader of a Mexican cartel who fakes her death and transitions to a woman. She is the first transgender woman to be nominated for a Best Actress award at both the Golden Globes and Academy Awards.

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“They have created posts as if it were me, insulting even my colleagues, things that I wrote to glorify as if they were criticism, jokes as if they were reality, words that without the background only seem like hate. All so that I do not win anything and sink,” Gascón wrote.

She concluded, “My mother told me something beautiful yesterday: I don’t care if you win anything, I just want you to be well and not get hurt. ‘Mom, life has put me here to send a message of hope and love to this world, and I’m going to fulfill it.’”

In addition to Gascón’s recent controversy, Emilia Pérez is fielding a significant amount of criticism from several communities, including Spanish-speaking viewers who have critiqued the film’s stilted dialogue and representation of Mexico. The film was notably left out of the nominations for the GLAAD Media Awards in January, with the LGBTQ+ non-profit calling the film “a step backward for trans representation.”

Prior to her Saturday statement, Gascón apologized for the resurfaced posts in a statement via Netflix.

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“As someone in a marginalized community, I know this suffering all too well and I am deeply sorry to those I have caused pain,” she shared in a statement via Netflix, per the Associated Press. “All my life I have fought for a better world. I believe light will always triumph over darkness.”

Gascón’s Emilia Pérez costar Zoe Saldaña also addressed the controversy during a Q&A in London on Friday, January 31, saying in part, “I can only attest to the experience that I had with each and every individual that was a part, that is a part, of this film, and my experience and my interactions with them was about inclusivity and collaboration and racial, cultural, and gender equity. And it just saddens me. It saddens me that we are having to face this setback right now.”

U.S. Figure Skating Launches Fund to Support Families of D.C. Crash Victims

U.S. Figure Skating Launches Fund to Provide 'Financial Assistance' to D.C. Crash Victims' Families
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The U.S. Figure Skating organization is helping those directly impacted by the recent American Airlines plane crash.

“On January 29, 2025, our U.S. Figure Skating family suffered an unimaginable loss when several members of our community — athletes, coaches, and family members —perished aboard American Airlines Flight 5342, which tragically collided with a helicopter in Washington, D.C.,” a website description reads. “These individuals were returning home from the National Development Camp in Wichita, Kansas, a place where young skaters take their next steps toward their dreams.”

The statement adds, “We are devastated by this loss and are holding the victims’ loved ones closely in our hearts. In response, we have established the U.S. Figure Skating Family Support Fund to provide financial assistance to those U.S. Figure Skating families directly impacted by the tragedy.”

The U.S. Figure Skating nonprofit joined forces with intermediary organization Global Impact to collect donations for the victims’ families.

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Former Olympic ice dancer Alex Shibutani shared the fund link via his Instagram Stories on Saturday, February 1, writing, “Please be sensitive and respectful of the privacy of those directly affected. If you or someone you know is in need of help and support, call or text the SAMSA Disaster Distress Helpline.”

News broke on Wednesday, January 29, that a commercial American Airlines flight traveling from Wichita, Kansas collided with a military helicopter and crashed in the Potomac River outside Washington, D.C. All 67 individuals involved in the accident died upon impact.

The American Airlines flight carried four crew members and 60 passengers, many of whom were young figure skaters. According to the skating organization, 14 participants from their Wichita training development camp earlier this month were among the victims.

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“It’s beyond the skating community. So many people see this tragedy and the loss of these brilliant young skaters who have poured their lives into building an identity in our sport,” Olympian Scott Hamilton said on the Today show on Friday, January 31. “For their lives to be taken … is just devastating [and] shocking. It just doesn’t make any sense.”

He continued, “This is where the community comes together. It’s a very tight-knit, very close-knit, very wonderful, caring, supportive community. We’re no stranger to tragedy, but this is just beyond devastation.”

Two of the victims were 1994 Olympic gold medalists Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov, who worked as skating coaches.

“I’ve seen them a lot of times over the years, but everything I’ve heard of them was maybe they’re a little tough, but with a smile on their faces,” Nancy Kerrigan, who also competed at the 1994 Games, recalled earlier this week. “Any time I walked [into a room], it was, ‘Oh, hi, it’s so good to see you,’ and [they were] welcoming and happy to see one another. To walk into [the Skating Club of Boston rink] and not see that, I think would be very strange for anyone that comes here day in and day out.”

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