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Deborah Norville Announces 'Inside Edition' Exit After 30 Years as Host

It’s the end of an era for TV news, as Deborah Norville announced she’s stepping down from Inside Edition after 30 years as host.

“It has been an honor and a privilege to be here at Inside for all these years. A milestone like this is a time for reflection, and on reflection, I’ve decided that now is the time for me to move on from Inside Edition,” she shared on the show’s Wednesday, April 2, episode. “They made me a lovely offer to stay, but there are things I’d like to do and places I want to do them that continuing here don’t permit. So, at the end of this season, I will be moving on.”

Norville, 66, teased that she has “exciting things in the works” that she will reveal at a later date. “But what I want to say right now is what a privilege it has been to lead Inside Edition for all of these years, to work with the incredibly talented team here and to be invited into your homes every day,” she continued. “It’s an honor I don’t take lightly.”

The TV personality shared similar comments in a Wednesday Instagram video. “They tell me I’m the longest-running anchor on American television,” she stated. “When I started this job, Bill Clinton was president, O.J. Simpson was on trial for murder and Forrest Gump was about to win big at the Oscars.”

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Norville noted that while “change can be frightening,” the easier thing would have been for her to stay on the show. “I know this is the right decision for me, and I am so excited about what’s to come,” she concluded the clip.

Several of Norville’s colleagues congratulated her in the post’s comments. “It’s been an honor and pleasure to work with you, Deborah, but most of all it’s been a blessing to call you my friend,” wrote Insider Edition correspondent Lisa Guerrero. “Congratulations on your current milestone and for your new adventures ahead. Time for a celebratory drink when I get back to NY at the end of the month! 🥂 I ❤ you.”

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Entertainment Tonight cohost Nischelle Turner commented, “You are a LEGEND❤.”

While Norville is keeping her upcoming projects under wraps, Variety announced in December 2024 that she will host CBS’ new game show, The Perfect Line, which is expected to premiere this fall.

“It’s a fun show you play along at home!” Norville wrote about her new gig via Instagram at the time. “Still a long way till launch but a great first step.”

Norville was a pageant queen before she got her journalism start in college. She joined NBC News in 1987 as a host for NBC News at Sunrise. She took over for Jane Pauley as an anchor for Today in 1990 but left the morning show after one year while on maternity leave.

“I was pushed out while on maternity leave, having just given birth to my first child. It was personally devastating to, in less than two years, go from ‘NBC’s fastest-rising star’ to a pariah in television. It was awful,” she claimed in a June 2012 column for The Hollywood Reporter. “But, just as an earthquake forces you to check the foundation of your home, having my career shatter forced me to reevaluate everything.”

Deborah Norville Announces Inside Edition Exit After 30 Years as Host
Deborah Norville on ‘Inside Edition’ circa 1995. King World/Courtesy Everett Collection

She moved on at CBS News in 1992 and began anchoring Inside Edition in 1995.

Outside of her career, Norville has been married to Karl Wellner since 1987. The couple became parents with the birth of their son Niki in 1991 and expanded their family with son Kyle and daughter Mikaela in 1994 and 1997, respectively.

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Petite Shoppers Are Obsessed With These 'Very Attractive' Trousers

When it comes to fashion, finding the perfect fit can feel like a treasure hunt, especially for petite shoppers. The journey often involves navigating through a series of too-long inseams and overly bulky silhouettes, making it a frustrating quest for petite clothing that is both flattering and comfortable. If you’re looking to add a sprinkle of fun and flair to your wardrobe, these Tronjoril Wide-Leg Long Palazzo Pants are just the ticket. With over 13,000 five-star ratings from happy shoppers, these pants are definitely stealing hearts all around.

This fantastic fashion find is available in a delightful array of colors, like classic black and fiery red, and even more adventurous prints like snakeskin and checks, so there’s a perfect pair for every vibe. Made from 100% polyester, the fabric is not only super comfy with its medium weight but flowy and fun as well. Plus, they’re anti-static, so you can twirl through your day worry-free!

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The high-waisted, darted design gives you a flattering silhouette, making your waist look snatched. The pleats add flow to the pants and help camouflage any bumps. The zip fly and hook-and-eye closure give added security while the back elastic waistband is a total game-changer. Two convenient side pockets are perfect for stashing your essentials like your phone or favorite lip gloss. One happy shopper called these trousers “very attractive,” mentioning that the chic fashion item “fits and drapes well.”

These super-versatile wide-leg trousers can be dressed up with a cute fitted top for brunch with the girls or kept casual with a simple tee for a fun day out. Choose from both short and long sizes — the 27.5-inch inseam is lovely for petite women. Shoppers adore that they finally found pants that fit!

“The only office pants you will ever need!” another shopper said. “They are my go-to office pants, perfect for petite women. I am 5’3”, and the material is soft and perfect for full-day office wear. I love that these come with pockets.”

These perfect petite-length pants are a must-have for anyone looking to blend comfort and style. Grab them in your favorite solid or print. You might just find your new go-to pants for any occasion, and that’s a total win in our book!

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Katie Thurston’s Husband Calls Backyard Wedding ‘A Temporary Placeholder'

After exchanging traditional vows in their New York City backyard on March 22, newlyweds Katie Thurston and Jeff Arcuri checked in with Us Weekly.

“Being married doesn’t feel any different since we often referred to each other as husband and wife already,” 34-year-old Thurston — who is battling stage 4 breast cancer— explained in the new issue of Us. “I did introduce Jeff as my husband at my latest doctor’s appointment and that felt powerful for some reason.”

Arcuri, 36, agreed. “She’s been my wife since the day I met her,” he said. “The ceremony was emotional, but only a temporary placeholder until the true celebration.”

The comedian noted that he’s most looking forward to “seeing my wife walk down the aisle” when they have a bigger wedding in the future. Thurston added, “Not only will we get to celebrate our love with all those we love around us but also celebrate the completion of cancer treatment.”

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The season 17 Bachelorette and Arcuri met in May 2024 after connecting via Instagram two months prior. They were engaged by August, and after Thurston was diagnosed with cancer in February, they decided to tie the knot ASAP.

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“It was so sweet. Obviously, we were wanting to plan a wedding and there’s a lot of emotions that come in with chemo and the impact and the health and we don’t know what the next year looks like,” Thurston explained to Us last month. “And one night he said, ‘I want to show you that I still love you and that I’m here to stay. I’ll get married to you tomorrow.’”

On March 22 — the anniversary of the date where Thurston messaged her friends about discovering Arcuri’s comedy on Instagram — they celebrated with their parents who flew in from out of town and had dinner at Da Andrea, an Italian eatery in NYC.

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Days later, Thurston got the results of a biopsy that confirmed cancer had been detected on her liver, moving her diagnosis from stage 3 to stage 4. On Monday, March 31, she went to “chemo class” before she officially starts treatment.

“Sometimes I think ‘wtf is my life?’ But whether I like it or not, this is my life and I have to make the best of it,” she told her Instagram followers. “They say live like you’re dying, but now that I am, it’s easier said than done. And don’t get me wrong, every day, we are all closer to death. Not in a morbid way but in the undeniable circle of life. So cancer or not, I am blessed with today. So while I have sad moments or days, I want to do my best to cherish my time, cancer or not.”

Thurston, who has been open about being in therapy, shared a similar sentiment with Us.

“In this entire process, I’ve never thought, “This is the end for me,”” she said. “I’ve always thought this is just a year of inconveniences, and I can’t wait to get to the other side.”

For more from Thurston and Arcuri, watch the video above, and to see photos from their wedding, pick up the new issue of Us Weekly, on newsstands now.

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Kylie Kelce Says 2-Year-Old Daughter Bennett Is ‘Ticked’ About New Baby

Not all of Kylie and Jason Kelce’s daughters are thrilled with their newborn sibling, Finnley.

“Benny is still ticked. She is annoyed,” Kylie, 33, said of their 2-year-old daughter, Bennett, during the Thursday, April 3, episode of the “Not Gonna Lie” podcast. “She told me, ‘Put baby down. Why baby came?’ It’s not going great.”

Their other two daughters Wyatt, 5, and Elliotte, 4, are more accepting.

“Wyatt is very excited. She keeps walking by and going, ‘Oh my gosh, she’s just so cute,’” Kylie gushed. “Ellie is excited and wants to be helpful.”

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She said both the older girls want to “keep touching” the Finnley’s “piggies,” referring to her toes.

Kylie Kelce Says 2 Year Old Daughter Bennett Is Ticked About New Baby 2
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“It’s funny because Ellie keeps coming by and saying, ‘Can I touch her piggies?’ And I’m like, ‘She’s sleeping,’ and she’s like, ‘OK, can I touch her piggies?’ So yeah, we’ve had a few waking moments just because we needed to touch piggies,” Kylie continued. “She’ll be better for it. Well adjusted.”

Kylie and Jason, 37, welcomed their fourth daughter, Finnley “Finn” Anne, on March 30. She recorded Thursday’s podcast episode two days after giving birth and recalled the entire experience. (Kylie also announced that a series of prerecorded episodes would be aired in the coming weeks as she goes on maternity leave.)

“Jason held up my back and helped me hold my leg. I grabbed onto Jason’s arm,” Kylie recalled. The mother of four told listeners that she had to be induced after being only one centimeter dilated for two weeks.

“At some point I was like, ‘Oh, I shouldn’t dig in quite that hard,’ because I had gripped him up. I think I might have been a little rough, but that was not my focus, obviously,” she said of her husband. “Jason did cut the cord. I will say this, when he cut the cord, it was as if he has cut three other cords … he knew how difficult it was going to be.”

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Kylie added, “He just snip, snip, done. It was impressive. I’m not even trying to hype him up for like the only thing that guys do. I’m on record so many times saying this. He’s a very well-versed support person.”

Kylie also joked elsewhere in the episode that the labor and delivery floor at their hospital is like a “second home” after welcoming four kids. She even recalled one of the nurses joking that Kylie and Jason use it “as a drive-through.”

“We were definitely all business, in and out,” she added. “I did not say I’ll see you next time this time around.”

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Kanye West Alludes to Potential Bianca Censori Split Over His Tweets

Kanye West may have shared a significant relationship update on his latest album, WW3.

One of the album’s tracks titled “BIANCA,” which dropped on Thursday, April 3, features lyrics hinting at a potential breakup between West, 47, and his wife, Bianca Censori. “Bianca, I just want you to come back / Come back to me,” the rapper says in the song’s chorus. “I know what I did to make you mad / Bianca, I just want you to come back.”

In the song’s chorus, West adds, “My baby she ran away / But first she tried to get me committed / Not going to the hospital ‘cause I am not sick I just do not get it.”

West also teases that the reason for their alleged split was because of his controversial and antisemitic social media rant earlier this year. “She’s having a panic attack and she is not liking the way that I tweeted,” he says in a verse. “Until Bianca’s back, I stay up all night, I’m not going to sleep.”

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He continues to express his desire to make amends with Censori, 30, at the end of the tune, stating, “Don’t know what I did to make you mad / Bianca, I just want you to come back / Want you to come back to me.” (Us Weekly has reached out to West’s reps for comment.)

The album’s cover art is seemingly an alarming reference to his antisemitic social media posts, as the album art on Genius features a red swastika over a black background. Back in February, Shopify shut down West’s Yeezy website after he aired a commercial advertising a T-shirt with a swastika on it during Super Bowl LIX. In a series of since-deleted X posts that same month, West praised Hitler and claimed he had “dominion” over Censori, whom he wed in 2022.

“I have dominion over my wife. This ain’t no woke as feminist s***. She’s with a billionaire,” he wrote in reaction to her nearly-naked 2025 Grammys red carpet look. “Why would she listen to any of you dumb a** broke bitches. People say the red carpet look was her decision. Yes, I don’t make her do nothing she doesn’t want to.”

Kanye West Alludes to Potential Bianca Censori Split in New Song
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He added, “She definitely wouldn’t have been able to do it without my approval, you stupid a** woke pawns. I have no respect or empathy for anyone living ‘cause no one living can f*** with me, but I do love some people and I give them favor.”

West’s rep, Milo Yiannopoulos, called the narrative that West is controlling toward Censori “hysterical and absurd” in a February 10 statement to The Hollywood Reporter. “There is a person controlling what Bianca Censori wears. The name of that person is Bianca Censori.”

Days later, Yiannopoulos denied rumors the couple had called it quits in another statement to THR. “Ye and Bianca are in Los Angeles, about to enjoy Valentine’s Day together. Announcements about their private life will come from them directly, not unsourced rumor in the tabloid press,” he shared. “Is this the fifth or is it the sixth time the press has wrongly reported that Ye and Bianca are separating? I’ve lost track”

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West’s controversial posts resulted in his X account being deactivated, being dropped by his talent agency and a lawsuit from a former Yeezy employee who claimed they were fired after complaining about his antisemitism. (Us previously reached out to West’s reps for comment about the February lawsuit.)

Amid the social media aftermath, West could also be facing a custody battle with his ex-wife, Kim Kardashian. A source exclusively told Us last month that Kardashian, 44, is “considering” filing for “full custody” of their four kids — North, 11, Saint, 8, Chicago, 6, and Psalm, 5.

“She is in a very tough position when she really has to coparent with him,” the insider explained. “Right now he is very distracted and she does not want to say anything bad about him, but the safety of her kids is what is [motivating this consideration].”

A second source told Us that Kardashian “is worried” about West’s social media activity creating “problems for their children.”

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What to Know About 'Legally Blonde' Prequel 'Elle' — Including OG Cameos

A Legally Blonde prequel is in the works at Prime Video — but what is there to know about Elle so far?

Based on Amanda Brown‘s novel, the 2001 movie Legally Blonde introduced Us to Elle Woods (Reese Witherspoon), a sorority girl who attempted to win back her ex-boyfriend Warner (Matthew Davis) by getting a degree at Harvard Law School. Luke Wilson, Selma Blair, Victor Garber and Jennifer Coolidge rounded out the cast, which inspired a second movie two years later.

While news broke in 2018 that Witherspoon had teamed up with Mindy Kaling for Legally Blonde 3, there has been no real update since. Kaling has addressed the prequel news, however.

“Jennifer Coolidge, since the time we started this project, has had this renaissance with The White Lotus,” she explained to Time in February 2025 about Legally Blonde 3. “If you put Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Coolidge in a movie right now, I don’t know a single person who wouldn’t run to the theaters to see it. And they’re already the two stars of Legally Blonde? That’s fantastic.”

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Kaling had previously teased that the movie would depict Elle at age 40, telling People in 2021, “I love Elle Woods as a character and when Reese asked me to write it I was like, ‘Absolutely!’. I can’t wait to see what people will think of the way we wrote Elle Woods. We wrote Elle Woods at 40, so how Elle is at 40 versus how she was at 21 has been really fun to imagine.”

While it’s unclear if Legally Blonde 3 will ever be made, keep scrolling for everything to know about the Legally Blonde prequel Elle:

Who Is Playing Elle?

What to Know About Legally Blonde Prequel Elle
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Lexi Minetree scored the role of Elle Woods after a nationwide open casting call.

“Allow me to introduce you to the new Elle Woods! After watching so many incredible auditions for the new Elle prequel series on @PrimeVideo, we finally found our Elle,” Witherspoon wrote via Instagram in February 2025 alongside a video of Minetree learning the news. “And today, I got to break the news myself! Meet @leximinetree 💕🌟💅🏼.”

What Is the Prequel About?

What to Know About Legally Blonde Prequel Elle
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According to the official synopsis, Elle follows Elle Woods in high school as “we learn about the life experiences that shaped her into the iconic young woman we came to know and love in the first Legally Blonde film. In other words, get ready for the teen years of this legendary lawyer’s story.”

Who Else Stars in ‘Elle’?

What to Know About Legally Blonde Prequel Elle
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Elle’s parents will be played by June Diane Raphael and Tom Everett Scott. Chandler Kinney, Gabrielle Policano and Jacob Moskovitz were also announced as series regulars.

Moskovitz will be playing the star athlete of the school who is charmed by Elle while Kinney is a senior who is at odds with Elle. Then there’s Policano, who was teased as the “anti-Elle Woods.”

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Who Is the Creative Team Behind ‘Elle’?

What to Know About Legally Blonde Prequel Elle
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Elle is created by Laura Kittrell with Caroline Dries. Witherspoon, Lauren Nuestadter, Lauren Kisilevsky and Marc Platt as executive producers.

Could There Be ‘Legally Blonde’ Cameos?

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Witherspoon is involved behind the scenes but it isn’t clear whether the show will find a way to reference the characters from the first two films — or incorporate the actors on screen.

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Nursing Influencer Dies From Childbirth Complications After Welcoming Son

Nursing influencer Hailey Okula has died shortly after giving birth to her first child.

Hailey’s husband, Matthew Okula, took to Instagram on Tuesday, April 1, to confirm the news, writing, “It is with the heaviest of hearts that I share the devastating news of the unexpected passing of my beautiful wife, Hailey Marie Okula, due to complications from childbirth.”

Matthew reflected on Hailey’s legacy in the social media post. (Hailey’s age at the time of her death was not disclosed.)

“Words cannot convey the depth of the loss I feel. Hailey was more than I could have ever dreamed of in a wife and partner,” he continued. “She was gorgeous, smart, hardworking, passionate, trustworthy, and above all else, unbelievably loyal. For nearly 13 years, she stood by my side in the hardest of times, loving me endlessly, even when I felt undeserving of that love. She was my everything.”

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Before her death, Hailey used her platform to support newly graduated nurses. She launched her RN New Grads program in 2019, which offers “educational resources, interview help” and more, according to the website. The ER nurse also candidly discussed her infertility struggles before announcing her pregnancy in September 2024.

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“Hailey’s strength was unparalleled. Words can’t describe how badly we wanted to be parents. After years of infertility struggles and a long, challenging IVF process, we were overjoyed to be expecting Crew,” Matthew, who works for the Los Angeles Fire Department, wrote. “Hailey faced every hurdle with so much courage and love—even though her body went through so much, she never wavered.”

Matthew recalled the challenges he and Hailey faced before the arrival of their son, Crew, who was born on Saturday, March 29.

Nursing Influencer Hailey Okula Dies
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“I will never forget the moment I broke down, apologizing for the toll the process would take on her. She held my face, looked into my eyes, and said, ‘We are a team, and we’ll get through this together.’ That was Hailey. A fighter. A teammate. A woman who would do anything for the people she loved,” he concluded. “Though her time with us was tragically cut short, Hailey’s love for Crew was limitless, long before he entered this world. She would have been the most amazing mom. Her spirit, courage, and love will live on in our son, and through everyone whose lives she touched.”

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The LAFD paid tribute to Hailey with their own statement, which read, “On March 29, 2025, during the delivery of their child, Mrs. Hailey Okula, wife of LAFD Engineer Matthew Okula, tragically passed away.”

Local news station Fox 11 Los Angeles reported that Hailey went into cardiac arrest minutes after giving birth to Crew. A GoFundMe has since been set up to help Matthew and Crew amid their tragic loss.

“On what should have been the happiest day of their lives, Firefighter Matt Okula experienced the unimaginable,” read the crowd funding page. “They faced every challenge together, determined to build the family they had dreamed of for so long. But in an instant, that dream was shattered. Matt is not one to ask for help—but those who know him, especially his brothers and sisters in the fire service, know the kind of man he is. A man who has dedicated his life to protecting others. Now, it’s our turn to protect him.”

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Miller Gardner Could Have Died Within 'Minutes,' Forensic Pathologist Says

After 14-year-old Miller Gardner, the son of former New York Yankees star Brett Gardner, was ruled to have died by carbon monoxide poisoning, an expert explained how it could have happened. 

“If exposure to carbon monoxide is not reversed, the person can die in less than 10 minutes due to brain hemorrhages, irreversible damage to these cells, and to other cells highly sensitive to oxygen deprivation, like those in the heart,” Dr. Maikel Vargas-Sanabria, professor at the University of Costa Rica, exclusively told Us Weekly on Wednesday, April 2. “This ultimately leads to a shutdown of vital functions and cardiorespiratory arrest.”

Vargas-Sanabria, who is not associated with the case, explained that carbon monoxide goes directly into the bloodstream after entering an individual’s lungs, blocking the transportation of oxygen. 

“As a result, the oxygen that enters the lungs cannot reach the cells because it can’t be transported through the blood,” the forensic pathologist said. “This leads to chemical asphyxiation, and within minutes — sometimes less than a minute — people begin to feel drowsy, start falling asleep, and after a few more minutes, as brain cells begin to die, they start convulsing.”

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The Costa Rican Judicial Investigative Agency (OIJ) confirmed Miller’s cause of death on Wednesday in a statement to Us Weekly

Miller Gardner Could Have Died Within Minutes
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“In the carboxyhemoglobin test, a saturation level of 64 percent was found,” OIJ’s General Director Randall Zúñiga said. “In such cases, when concentrations exceed 50 percent carboxyhemoglobin, it is considered lethal. In this particular case, with a saturation of 64 percent, the level is clearly well above that lethal threshold.”

He continued, “Therefore, this confirms the police hypothesis that the death was caused by exposure to poisonous gases, specifically carbon monoxide. With this, the case is practically closed. The only step remaining is for the toxicology report from the OIJ Forensic Sciences Department to be forwarded to the Legal Medicine Department, so the expert can include it in the autopsy report.”

During Miller’s autopsy, Zúñiga reported “a very specific layer” was found on Miller’s organs that forms when “a person dies from carbon monoxide poisoning or gas inhalation.”

After the OIJ reported on Monday, March 31, that “high levels” of carbon monoxide were found in Miller’s hotel room at the Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort, the hotel pushed back on the agency’s report

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“We understand the concern has grown and to clarify the high levels of carbon monoxide were in a mechanical room that guests do not occupy,” Dana Cohen, spokesperson for the Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort, said in a statement to Us Weekly on Tuesday, April 1. “The levels in the hotel room were non-existent and non-lethal. There was an error in this initial reporting. As mentioned, we await for conclusive results to confirm the cause of this unfortunate death.”

Us Weekly has reached out to the resort for a new comment on the OIJ’s definitive cause of death report.

Miller was found dead in his hotel room on March 21 while vacationing with his family, including his father, his mother, Jessica, and his older brother, Hunter

With reporting by Alejandra Araya Rojas

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Mark-Paul Gosselaar Reveals Hardest Part About Directing 1st ‘Found’ Episode

Found viewers should prepare to see a little less of Sir when Mark-Paul Gosselaar steps behind the camera and into the role of director on the hit NBC series.

“I started directing myself when I starred in Franklin & Bash over 10 years ago. The great thing about what I am doing is I continue to work as an actor,” Gosselaar, 51, shared in Us Weekly‘s exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse at the episode. “I was working on roles that still challenge me and I really liked the material that was being given so I didn’t make a full time switch to one side.”

Gosselaar noted that he “would jump on” any “opportunity to direct,” adding, “Playing Sir, I am not in every scene so this will be a good opportunity to fill that time. I get to direct my cast mates, which was a fun dynamic.”

Before the episode premiered on Thursday, April 3, Gosselaar spoke to Us about getting the chance to go behind the camera two seasons into playing Sir.

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“It just gives me more insight. It just happened that it was this particular episode but when you direct, you typically don’t want a very heavy acting episode,” he explained. “I was fortunate enough that I had just had my little scenes and I could focus more on the other stuff.”

Gosselaar highlighted how important it was for him to focus on the material, adding, “You have to do your homework when you direct one of our episodes because there are so many loose ends. Things that happened last season are either being wrapped up or expanding in the story so you really have to do your homework on our show.”

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The synopsis for Thursday’s episode teases a new case that follows an “emotional father who takes drastic measures to find his missing son, causing Gabi to be caught in his crosshairs. M&A races against the clock to uncover the truth.” Gosselaar’s Sir still makes an appearance when “Margaret makes a shocking revelation” about his accomplice.

Found, which premiered in 2023, follows public relations specialist and crisis manager Gabi Mosely (Shanola Hampton) and her team of associates as they work to find missing people who have been ignored or forgotten by law enforcement.

While Found primarily focuses on the cases themselves, it also centers around Gabi and Sir’s relationship. The NBC series introduced their dynamic with Gabi kidnapping Sir in the present timeline — as viewers learned from flashbacks about how Sir kidnapped Gabi when she was a teenager. Season 2 picked up after Sir escaped Gabi’s basement. In addition to Hampton and Gosselaar, Found stars Kelli Williams, Arlen Escarpeta, Brett Dalton and Gabrielle Walsh.

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“We have a really good cast and I think they’re always on their best behavior. The hardest thing for us — when I was directing — was probably not getting wrapped up in a conversation on set,” Gosselaar shared with Us. “Because we all really like each other and because we all get along really well with our crew and we’re all just a huge family. We could spend 12 hours of our day just talking, hanging out and we have to get work done.”

He added: “So sometimes we have to remind ourselves of that and we rely heavily on our [assistant directors] to kind of keep us in line. We have such limited time and we have super ambitious scripts. We have to be firing at all times and we do.”

Found airs on NBC Thursdays at 10 p.m. ET and new episodes are available the next day on Peacock.

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I'm 5'3” — These 19 Transitional Pieces Don't Overwhelm My Frame

As a 5’3” shopper, finding pieces that fit my petite frame always kicks my shopping skills into high gear. More often than I’d like to admit, clothing ends up overwhelming my frame or requiring some version of tailoring. But I’ve found these 19 transitional pieces that actually fit just right — and start at just $18.

This spring-to-summer season, fill your closet with pieces that actually work for your petite body instead of against it. I’ve found everything from cropped jackets that balance my proportions in the most flattering way, pants that come in petite-perfect sizes and dresses that visually elongate. Whether you need everyday layering staples or polished pieces for the office, these finds actually fit petite frames without overwhelming them.

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1. Our Favorite: These body-flattering trousers come in petite sizing and have a no-bind waistband, which will keep you comfortable all day long.

2. “You’re Cute Jeans”: Get these bestselling jeans that have a flattering tapered fit, petite sizing and an affordable price point of just $18.

3. Tailored Trousers: Fitting a petite frame perfectly are these dressy work trousers that have an elongating high waistline.

4. Yes to Yoga Pants: Never worry about yoga pants dragging on the ground during workouts again in this flattering wide-leg pair that comes in 29-, 31- and 33- inch inseams.

5. Luxe Linen: Keep cool on warm days in these breezy linen pants that have a wide-leg design and cropped length.

Short Torso Tops

6. Our Favorite: This shopper-loved, cap-sleeve sweater adds interest to the top of the body, creating a balanced proportion.

7. Shopper Favorite: With over 2,000 bought in the last month, shoppers are loving this comfy V-neck top that visually lengthens their frame.

8. Pretty Puff Sleeve: Creating visual interest up top is this puff-sleeve blouse that doubles as a comfortable T-shirt.

9. Brunch Beauty: The perfect pick for a spring brunch, this embroidered top channels major rich mom vibes.

10. Cozy Cardigan: Avoid a baggy silhouette with this cozy cropped cardigan that’s perfect for cool spring days.

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Petite-Perfect Dresses

11. Our Favorite: Helping to define the waist while lengthening the silhouette is this bestselling sundress that’s made with a curve-flattering wrap silhouette.

12. New Go-To: For baby showers, bridal showers and everything in between, this puff-sleeve dress from Abercrombie will be your go-to for them all . . . and it even comes in petite sizes!

13. Boutique-Looking: Look like you just got done shopping at an expensive boutique in this eyelet detail mini dress that breaks up the frame.

14. Has Pockets: Sunscreen, keys, chapstick — sometimes we underestimate how nice it is to have pockets in a dress . . . especially with this stylish tiered midi version.

15. Comfort Meets Style: The perfect blend between comfort and style, this ultra flattering wrap waist dress is made of a soft and stretchy fabric that feels like loungewear.

Fit Just Right Jackets

16. Our Favorite: Garnering over 16,700 five-star ratings, it’s clear this cropped denim jacket is flattering on several body types.

17. Corduroy Cutie: From jeans to leggings, this cropped corduroy jacket brings casually-cool vibes to any look.

18. Better Blazer: This bestselling fitted blazer tailors to the body’s curves instead of drowning them out.

19. Timeless Classic: Instead of overwhelming your body with a long trench, give this classic cropped option a try.

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Why Shooting in L.A. Made ‘Suits’ Spinoff Bryan Greenberg's ‘Dream Job’

Bryan Greenberg is just one of the stars putting the suits in Suits LA.

“He has this code of ethics, and to juxtapose that into the world of Hollywood, where people do not share those ethics and beliefs, that’s what you want,” Greenberg, who stars as Ric Dodson, head of entertainment law at Railsback Lane, told Us Weekly exclusively. “You want obstacles as an actor. I think of Rick as trying to keep his integrity in a snake pit.”

In the NBC series, Greenberg, 46, plays a good guy who will not cut corners to get what he wants. As a result, he is often tasked with reminding some of his fellow lawyers (and possible love interests), like Lex Scott Davis’ Erica Rollins, to play by the rules.

“They’re lawyers, so even in love, everything’s a negotiation and everybody’s trying to win. They’re highly ambitious [and until recently were] coveting the same position,” Greenberg noted of the show’s characters. “They just have completely different worldviews.”

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While he couldn’t answer if Rick and Erica were endgame, Greenberg did give Us the inside scoop on having OG Suits star Gabriel Macht on set. (Macht, 53, reprised his role as Harvey Specter for a three-episode arc on the spinoff.)

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“He sent us all a very nice text when we first got [cast], saying, ‘This was one of the greatest jobs of my life. I’m passing the baton on to you,’” Greenberg gushed. “Just nothing but good things to say about him.”

The actor also gave the original Suits cast their flowers, explaining that he “wouldn’t have a job without them,” so having Macht come back meant a lot.

“He’s happily retired and chilling with his family,” Greenberg explained. “He did not need to come back, but he did it for the fans and for us.”

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The best part about the Suits LA gig for Greenberg? Being able to shoot in Los Angeles, where he lives with wife Jamie Chung and 3-year-old twin boys. (The cast originally shot the pilot in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.)

“It was always the dream job, but my family is in L.A. I brought my sons to set. I get to be a part of their lives,” he said. “For the locations, you can’t do that somewhere else. You can’t recreate a Hollywood Boulevard or the CAA building. It’s called Suits LA. It helps that we wear suits and it helps that we shoot in L.A.”

Suits LA airs on NBC Sundays at 9 p.m. ET.

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Jason Ritter Reveals Whether Wife Melanie Lynskey Will Make a ‘Matlock’ Cameo

Everyone wants to know if, and when, Melanie Lynskey will make a cameo on husband Jason Ritters hit series Matlock — and now he has an update.

During an exclusive interview with Us Weekly at PaleyFest, Ritter, 45, called the chances “pretty good” that Lynskey, 47, gets cast in a guest role, saying, “I don’t want to say 100 percent, but I think so. The word has been put out and all of the higher-ups know.”

Ritter noted that Lynskey is “so into” making an appearance on the hit CBS series. “I would be so excited,” he added. “Hopefully we get some scenes together — but that’s not up to me.”

Showrunner Jennie Snyder Urman had a similar response. “It is kind of early. We’ve definitely gotten some people that are fans of the show,” she told Us about potential season 2 guest stars. “I want Jason’s [Ritter] wife, Melanie, to come on after she said she was a fan. That would be the best.”

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Lynskey has previously shared her love for Matlock, writing via X in October 2024, “Jason is amazing on it, and Kathy Bates continues to be the pinnacle of greatness and everything I hope to be as an actor. Skye P. Marshall is a superstar. I would watch this even if it wasn’t my marital obligation.”

Jason Ritter Teases That Chances of Wife Melanie Lynskey Making a Matlock Cameo Are Pretty Good
Skye P. Marshall as Olympia Lawrence, Jason Ritter as Julian Markston, and Kathy Bates as Madeline Matlock in ‘Matlock.’ Sonja Flemming/CBS

Matlock, which premiered in September 2024, follows a wealthy retired lawyer named Madeline Kingston (Kathy Bates) who pretends to be a poor widower named Matty Matlock to get a job at a firm. As it turns out, Matty thinks someone at the company is complicit in the opioid epidemic that resulted in her daughter’s death.

Ritter plays Julian, who is a senior partner at Jacobson & Moore. He is married to Marshall’s character, Olympia, who filed for divorce from Julian prior to the events in the pilot.

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Before joining the cast of Matlock, Ritter shared the screen with Lynskey on multiple occasions. The couple met while filming The Big Ask in 2013 and later collaborated on projects such as We’ll Never Have Paris and The Intervention. Ritter also scored cameo roles in Lynskey’s shows, including Candy, The Last of Us and Yellowjackets.

“We’ve worked together a few times and it’s always been really fun, but I mean, I’ll do anything with him. He’s so talented,” Lynskey exclusively told Us in April 2023. “I love his face. I love looking at his face.”

Jason Ritter Teases That Chances of Wife Melanie Lynskey Making a Matlock Cameo Are Pretty Good
Jason Ritter as Julian Markston in ‘Matlock.’ Brooke Palmer/CBS

Ritter’s appearance on Yellowjackets has remained a mystery after it didn’t air during season 2. After the series was renewed for a third season, it was reported that Ritter would still join Yellowjackets in the future.

“It was great. But I came back to work and everybody was like, ‘Your husband’s the nicest person in the world. He’s our favorite,'” Lynskey, who welcomed a daughter with Ritter in 2018, recalled to Us. “And I think, previously, I felt like I was some people’s favorite.”

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Lynskey added: “Everyone was like, ‘We still love you.’ And I was like, ‘I know he’s nicer. He’s nicer than me. He’s easier to be around. He never complains.’ So he became the new favorite. It was hard for me to give up the title, but I was also happy.”

Ritter reacted to the praise, telling Us, “She doesn’t tell me these things! That’s so nice. I love that entire cast so much. Getting to meet them all in the first season, when they were just shooting, was so exciting. It’s very exciting to see them all get the recognition they deserve.”

New episodes of Matlock air on CBS Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET.

With reporting by Shar Jossell

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19 Spring Dresses to Completely Hide Hip Dips — Starting at Just $16

Spring has sprung! The warmer weather translates to many things, including picnics, outdoor weddings, patio parties, barbecues and — you guessed it — dresses. Everyone (and their bestie . . . and their mother) is pulling out their favorite dresses lately, and if you don’t have a go-to yet, this is your sign to snag one.

If you’ve been dragging your feet on dress shopping, we get it. Some styles can highlight insecurities, making you feel exposed and self-conscious. But finding a dress that masks the areas you don’t exactly love can be the difference between feeling like a million bucks and feeling, well, depleted. We found 19 dresses that completely hide hip hips, a common insecurity many gals share. These picks are loose, comfy and all sorts of trendy!

Whether you typically opt for boho styles or prefer a Hamptons aesthetic, we’ve got you covered. Read on to find your new everyday outfit!

19 Dresses that Completely Hide Hip Dips

1. European Style: Look effortlessly put together in this casual, short-sleeve maxi that’s made of a faux-linen material.

2. Dreamy Mini: Ruffle detailing is just one thing you’ll adore about this breathable mini dress. The tiers visually elongate the torso for an ultra-flattering fit!

3. Yacht Wife: Everything about this striped, tie-waist wonder screams ‘Hamptons’. It has over 20,000 five-star fans!

4. All in One: A high waist, loose skirt and wrap design are three secrets to concealing hip dips.

5. Maxi Must-Have: This chic, short-sleeve maxi may be our favorite. It features a smocked bodice and darling flutter sleeves!

6. Classy Act: Don’t be surprised if heads turn. You’ll look like a millionaire in this tiered V-neck number, especially if you opt for a floral pattern.

7. Rosy Pink: The color is optional, but not really. This boho dress is ideal for weddings, beach days and errand runs alike.

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8. Center of Attention: A geometric pattern and breezy lantern sleeves are just a few highlights of this printed dress that’s guaranteed to hide your hips.

9. No Straps, No Problems: Rock a carefree aesthetic with this one-of-a-kind dress. It’s both vintage-inspired and beachy!

10. CEO Material: Need a go-to dress for the office? This bell-sleeve find will become part of your rotation.

11. Brunch Dress: Grab all your closest comrades — you’re due for a girls’ day out! This floral, smocked mini doesn’t poke, itch or squeeze.

12. Coast of Italy: Channel rich mom energy in a new way with this billowy tie-waist winner. You’ll adore the dainty print!

13. Hidden Pockets: Practicality never looked so good. This solid-color dress has elbow-length sleeves, a notched V-neckline and a versatile midi length.

14. Picnic Winner: Look no further for a dress that was practically made for outdoor shindigs. The gingham design is popular for a reason!

15. Under $20: Nobody would ever know you snagged this stretchy rayon and spandex midi for a total steal. Check the coupon box for an extra 20% off!

16. Extra Lightweight: Whether used as a coverup or an everyday look, this button-front dress pairs beautifully with sandals.

17. Ruffled Up: Short puff sleeves, ruffle tiers, a timeless print . . . it’s love. You’ll want this maxi in every color!

18. Super Casual: This comfy tank dress can be paired with a woven bag and oversized sunnies for the ideal summer outfit.

19. Versatile Pick: According to reviewers, you can wear this dress “to a wedding and work”. Compliments are guaranteed!

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20 Years Later, This Groundbreaking Action Movie Still Holds Up

The first twenty-five years of 21st-century cinema have largely been dominated at the box office by comic book movies. While superheroes overshadow almost everything else that comes out of the comic book medium, Frank Miller’s Sin City is a rare example of a non-superhero title breaking into the mainstream.

Miller made his mark in the comic book industry with his seminal runs on Marvel’s Daredevil and his transformative take on DC’s Batman in The Dark Knight Returns and Batman: Year One. By 1991, Miller began telling his own stories in Sin City, a black-and-white crime noir comic book that attracted older readers, including director Robert Rodriguez.

Rodriguez was such an ardent fan of the comic that he secured the rights to adapt Sin City for the big screen, and he invited Miller to take a direct role in the creation of the film. On April 1, 2005, Sin City opened in theaters and briefly turned Hollywood’s attention away from superheroes with its $158.7 million worldwide gross against a $40 million budget.

Twenty years later, Sin City is more of an aberration than a harbinger of things to come. Yet while Hollywood’s obsession with comic books focused mostly on superpowers and spandex, the film showcased all the creative possibilities of the genre and how it can appeal to more than just teenage boys.

Welcome to the Big City

Like the comic book that spawned it, Sin City takes place in a fictional location called Basin City, a city that is mired in darkness and corruption. In this town, most of the cops are dirty and the criminals play for keeps. The only justice that anyone gets in Sin City is the retribution they take for themselves. And there’s rarely a happy ending in this world.

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The film was split into multiple adaptations of Miller’s standalone stories, with an amazing ensemble cast including Bruce Willis, Jessica Alba, Mickey Rourke, Benicio del Toro, Brittany Murphy, Clive Owen, Alexis Bledel and Elijah Wood. These performers threw themselves into this world, and a few even let the makeup department transform them into their comic book counterparts as closely as possible, even when it meant adding uncomfortable prosthetic makeup to their faces.

The Visuals Are Amazing

Aside from the actors and their performances, the biggest draw in this movie is its incredible visuals. Many scenes seem as if they were lifted directly out of the Sin City comic. The film also retained the comic’s black-and-white aesthetic with limited uses of color throughout. Without giving any particular spoilers away, when you see color in this movie, it usually signifies something important.

Most superhero movie directors seem determined to drag the world of comic books down to our dull reality. Sin City makes the exaggerated nature of Miller’s visuals seem right at home in film without losing the look of the medium that inspired the movie. If Sin City were judged purely on looks alone, this film would be deemed a work of art.

It Brought Together Three Very Different Artists

Rodriguez made sure that Miller had a constant presence on set and that he had a say in how his creation was presented. However, when Sin City was about to be released with Miller and Rodriguez billed as co-directors, the Directors Guild of America refused to let them share the credit because of its archaic rules.

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Miller reportedly turned down Rodriguez’s offer to take full credit, nor did the latter want to take all the credit himself. In the end, Rodriguez resigned from the DGA so he didn’t have to be bound by its rules. He and Miller were billed as co-directors, and Quentin Tarantino even got a special guest director credit for the wild scene he helmed. The scene in question featured Dwight McCarthy (Owen) having a conversation with a dead cop, Jack Rafferty (del Toro), while the former was attempting to dispose of the latter’s corpse.

Tarantino’s earlier films like Pulp Fiction and Reservoir Dogs arguably inspired the tone for Sin City, so it was fitting that a small piece of the film was credited to him.

The Actors Bring a Human Touch to Their Over-the-Top Roles

Because of the nature of the stories being told in the film, none of the characters presented in it are what anyone would call “normal.”But the actors brought an innate humanity to their roles, with Bruce Willis’ Detective John Hartigan being a prime example of that much-needed human touch. Most of Willis’ action movie roles were behind him at this point, and that made him a terrific choice to embody Hartigan’s wariness and his single-minded drive to protect Nancy Callahan (Jessica Alba) at all costs.

Sin City also came out prior to Mickey Rourke’s big comeback in The Wrestler, but he’s perfect as the lumbering Marv, who is the closest thing this movie has to a hero besides Hartigan. Conversely, Wood is incredibly creepy as the silent serial killer named Kevin. That role was the opposite of Woods’ turn as the innocent Frodo Baggins in The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

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Lightning Doesn’t Strike Twice

Thanks to the success of Sin City, Miller was offered more opportunities to direct. The biggest solo project that Miller landed on was 2008’s live-action adaptation of The Spirit, a classic comic book by Will Eisner. Miller cast future Suits star Gabriel Macht in the title role and surrounded him with bigger stars, including Samuel L. Jackson, Eva Mendes and Scarlett Johansson.

Miller also tried to recreate the look of The Spirit comic just as he and Rodriguez had for Sin City, but his efforts fell flat and the film was a critical dud and a box office flop. Rodriguez and Miller reunited in 2014 for Sin City: A Dame To Kill For and while most of the cast returned for the sequel, it simply couldn’t recapture the lightning in a bottle that the first Sin City had.

Twenty years later, Sin City’s impact has been somewhat diminished by the passage of time. But the original film remains one of the best examples of comic book cinema to date. Few other comic book adaptations have dared to stay so close to the source material, and the film was better for it.

Sin City is available to rent or purchase on Amazon Prime Video.

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13 Slimming Work Pants You'd Never Expect to Be Comfortable

Let’s face it: Finding a good pair of pants is probably the hardest type of shopping there is, especially when you’re scouting pairs for the office. Unlike flowy dresses that can be forgiving and tops that can feel almost like pajamas, work pants are almost always stiff, confining, uncomfortable and unflattering.

But notice we said “almost always.” Yes, there’s hope in the workwear department! We scoured the internet to find work pants that slim the waist, lengthen the legs and tuck in the midsection, all without squeezing . . . and we were successful. These 13 office-friendly wonders will make you look forward to your workday.

Ready to elevate your work wardrobe? Keep scrolling for picks from Spanx, Old Navy, Quince, lululemon and Amazon. These pieces are guaranteed to make you look and feel your best!

1. Our Favorite: It’s love! These work pants are made of a stretchy spandex blend and loved among shoppers for their flattering fit. They look much pricier than $30!

2. Office to Yoga: We get it . . . there are only so many hours in a day. These wide-leg wonders are suitable for working out, lounging and closing business deals alike.

3. For Every Body: It’s hard to find work pants for gals on the shorter side, but these dressy pants have options for petite, tall and regular legs. We’re obsessing over the taupe hue!

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4. Quince Must-Have: Quince pieces are popular for a reason. These Ultra-Stretch Ponte Straight Leg Pants are wrinkle-resistant and look chic thanks to faux front and back pockets.

5. Major Steal: If you want lululemon’s Pleat-Front High-Rise Trousers for $79, here’s your opportunity. These pants are billowy and business-y at the same time!

6. Like Pajamas: Just imagine these breezy Old Navy pants with loafers, a white blouse and sparkly jewelry or a tank top and sneakers for errands.

7. Bestseller Alert: Wide-leg styles aren’t for everybody. These classic straight-leg pants are the wardrobe staple you need to get through spring, summer and beyond.

8. Trendy Queen: Don’t be surprised if heads turn. These $23 trousers are as comfy as they are classy. You’ll adore the faux back pocket!

9. Flattering Find: Spanx pants are nearly guaranteed to give your booty a lift while slimming your midsection. These smoothing pants come in three colors that are perfect for spring.

10. All Buttoned-Up: These pants have a decorative button but a stretchy elastic waistband that will remind you of sweats.

11. Selling Out: With eight different colors and three inseam lengths, you’re guaranteed to find your match. The wrinkle-resistant material is ideal for traveling!

12. Casual Friday: These Levi’s pants are loose, striped and eye-catching with a flattering high rise, tailored-feeling fit and cargo detailing.

13. European Style: Something about these crowd-loved business pants gives French energy. Choose between thick and thin options — or grab a pair of both for all-year wear!

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Bachelorette DeAnna Pappas Breaks Silence on Arrest, Fights With Ex

Former Bachelorette DeAnna Pappas has spoken out following her recent arrest.

“On behalf of our client, Deanna Pappas, we wish to address recent public speculation and clarify the current legal status of matters stemming from an incident involving her former spouse,” a statement shared via Pappas’ Instagram Stories early Thursday, April 3, reads. “After a full investigation and review of video evidence, the assigned detective determined that Ms. Pappas was not the aggressor. No criminal charges were filed.”

“In the best interest of the minor children, Ms. Pappas voluntarily withdrew a temporary restraining order in order to reach a cooperative agreement, allowing the children to be shielded from prolonged conflict and public exposure,” the statement continued. “Any continued attempt to distort facts or interfere with the children’s well-being will be met with the appropriate legal response. Ms. Pappas remains committed to protecting her children from further trauma and maintaining their right to privacy, as recognized by law.”

The statement concluded, “We respectfully request that the media refrain from further speculation and avoid the dissemination of narratives that may impact the emotional well-being of the children. This matter is proceeding appropriately through the legal system, and Ms. Pappas will not be making further comment at this time.”

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Pappas was arrested following an altercation with her ex-husband, Stephen Stagliano, in February. According to court documents obtained by Us Weekly, the incident occurred on February 26, when Stagliano came to pick up the pair’s 11-year-old daughter Addison. (The exes are also parents to son Austin, 9.)

“Stephen told me I needed to walk closer to him because he wanted to smell my breath to make sure that I was not drunk. I had not consumed any alcohol. I ignored Stephen’s comment, and I walked back into the garage,” Pappas alleged in a declaration filed by Lynn Stagliano, who appears to be Stephen’s mother. “I heard [a] noise behind me. I turned around to see Stephen following me into my garage.”

Pappas continued: “Addison had been left alone sitting in his car with the engine running. I tried to shut my garage door. Stephen pushed my garage door upward so that it would not close. I shouted at Stephen to get out of my garage. Stephen refused to leave.”

The former ABC personality allegedly went inside and locked her door. However, Pappas allegedly walked back out after hearing noises from her garage. She claimed that Stephen was stealing items out of the garage and went to confront him.

“Stephen took his hands, grabbing me, and then forcefully shoved me. He pushed my back again,” she said, claiming that Stephen called the authorities. “In fear that he would hurt me, I immediately went back inside the house and locked the door while I waited for the police to arrive.”

DeAnna Pappas Breaks Silence After Husband Drama
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When the police arrived, they told Pappas that Stephen accused her of being drunk, and was pressing charges against her for domestic violence. (According to the filing, Lynn had visited Pappas’ home earlier in the day to pick up Austin and claimed to smell alcohol on her breath.)

“Stephen had told the Sheriff that I was the aggressor who assaulted him, which was false,” she claimed. “At no time was I requested to test for alcohol despite Stephen’s allegations. In fact, the officer that arrested me exhibited no concern that I was at all intoxicated.”

Pappas was arrested on a misdemeanor charge on February 27. She was released the same day on $20,000 bond. Pappas claimed that she voluntarily submitted to drug testing — and allegedly tested negative — following her release. In the legal paperwork, Pappas denied the allegations made by Stepehn that she has a drinking problem.

“The basis of [Stephen’s] is based on his fabrication that I am an alcoholic,” she claimed. “This is wholly false and fabricated as way for [Stephen] to gain leverage in his attempt to alienate the children from me.”

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Following the incident, Pappas filed a restraining order against Stephen on March 7, per In Touch. A hearing date has been set for later this month.

Bachelor Nation was first introduced to Pappas during Brad Womack’s season of The Bachelor in 2007. Pappas went on to star on season 4 of The Bachelorette in 2008. She gave her final rose to Jesse Csincsak and the pair got engaged. However, they went their separate ways less than a year later.

Pappas later met Stephen through his brother, Michael Stagliano, who was on season 5 of The Bachelorette. Pappas and Stephen tied the knot in October 2011. In January 2023, they called it quits after 12 years of marriage.

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10 Best Sci-Fi Movies to Stream Right Now (April 2025)

Science fiction films weren’t always in the mainstream, but the genre has become mainstream over the past few decades.

Now, almost every major streamer has access to some of the best sci-fi movies of the past and present.

What to Watch has put together this list of the 10 best sci-fi movies to stream, which covers a lot of territory from alien encounters to introspective excursions. There’s plenty of action along the way as well.

With one exception, all 10 of these sci-fi movies are readily available to stream. But the film in question is such an enduring hit that it’s only a matter of time before it’s back on a major streamer as well.

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David Schwimmer Couldn't Listen to 'Friends' Theme Song After Show Ended

David Schwimmer is getting candid about living in the long shadow of Friends.

The Ross Geller actor, 58, admitted that he couldn’t listen to the iconic NBC sitcom’s theme tune, “I’ll Be There for You” by The Rembrandts, for a long time after the show ended in 2004.

“I’ll be really honest, there was a time for quite a while, just hearing the theme song would really …” he said with a sigh during an appearance on the Tuesday, April 1, episode of the “Making a Scene” podcast hosted by former Little Britain stars Matt Lucas and David Walliams.

“You know what I mean? I would just have that reaction,” he continued. “I just had heard it so many times. Anytime you’d go on a show, a talk show, that would be your intro song. I just didn’t have the greatest response to it for a period of time.”

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While Schwimmer said he hasn’t gone back and watched Friends, his daughter, Cleo, started watching it when she was around the age of 9. (Schwimmer shares Cleo, 13, with ex-wife Zoë Buckman.)

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“I’d be making breakfast or whatever, and I’d hear my kid’s laughter. My whole relationship to that song and to the show changed again,” Schwimmer said.

Schwimmer starred on Friends from 1994 to 2004 alongside Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow, Courteney Cox, Matt LeBlanc and the late Matthew Perry. As well as playing on-screen best friends, the sitcom’s cast remains incredibly close 30 years after the show began.

However, despite their tight friendship, Kudrow, 61, recently revealed that the six stars only met up for dinner once in the time between the show’s conclusion in 2004 and their 2021 televised reunion.

“We only had dinner, the six of us, once before, since the show had ended,” Kudrow shared on a December 2024 episode of Modern Family star Jesse Tyler Ferguson’s “Dinner’s On Me” podcast.

According to Kudrow, the dinner took place around a decade after the hit NBC sitcom ended in 2004, and the stars “didn’t miss a beat.”

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“It was so great that it was like, ‘We should do this more,’” she added.

Alas, the next time the famous friends all got together was in 2021 to record HBO Max’s Friends: The Reunion, in which they revisited their famous characters and story lines.

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Little did the cast — or fans — know that would be the last time we’d see all six stars together. Perry died at age 54 from the acute effects of ketamine in October 2023.

“It shook us up, I have to say,” Kudrow told Ferguson. “He said it won’t be a surprise, but it will be a shock, and that was exactly right. So smart, that is true — it wasn’t a surprise, but it was a shock.”

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12 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now (April 2025)

Over the years, Netflix has produced a variety of memorable hit shows like Stranger Things with Millie Bobby Brown, The Queen’s Gambit with Anya Taylor-Joy and House of Cards. Many of those shows are no longer active, but the streamer has dozens more that are currently streaming.

From true-crime stories to political thrillers to sappy dramas, Netflix has it all. The following list represents the best shows that are on Netflix right now. While they may vary in scope and tone, they all have one thing in common: they’re massively fun to watch.

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Which 'RHONY' Stars is Sonja Morgan Still Friends With?

Sonja Morgan is sharing where she stands with her former Real Housewives of New York City costars.

During an appearance on the Wednesday, April 2, episode of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Morgan, 61, revealed she is still in touch with Luann de Lesseps, Ramona Singer and Jill Zarin.

“Have you seen Countess Luann lately?” host Andy Cohen asked Morgan. “I have — quite a bit,” she responded. “We’re cooking some things together.”

“I have a neighbor down in Palm Beach — Ramona Singer,” Morgan continued. “She’s in love. Still going strong!”

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“Jill’s playing tennis a town over in Boca [Raton],” she added.

Morgan was a Housewife on RHONY seasons 3 through 13 before the show was revamped with a brand new cast. She and de Lesseps reunited in 2023 for Bravo’s Luann & Sonja: Welcome to Crappie Lake.

Last year, Morgan revealed that she had moved out of her beloved New York City townhouse, which prominently featured on RHONY. She has since moved to West Palm Beach in Florida.

“Reflecting on the wonderful memories created in our cherished townhouse — from raising my daughter to hosting unforgettable dinner parties and of course filming iconic Real Housewives scenes,” Morgan wrote via Instagram in July 2024. “This stately brownstone has been a cornerstone of me and [my] family’s life, a beautiful sanctuary filled with laughter and love 💕.”

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In her video post, the reality star followed Piece of Cake Moving & Storage employees as they packed her remaining furniture and belongings. When there was a moment of free time, Morgan brushed her teeth one last time in her kitchen sink.

“As I prepare to embrace a new chapter, I feel lighter and ready to return to my roots as an artist, with more time to be the creative individual I am. 🧑‍🎨 #ImanArtist,” she wrote as “End of an Era” filled the screen. “I am excited to pass on this magnificent home to its next owner, who will undoubtedly create their own wonderful memories here 🏡✨.”

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