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Joe Biden's Family Tragedies, Health Struggles Through the Years

Former President Joe Biden and his family have endured several tragedies over the years.

Biden married his first wife, Neilia Hunter, in 1966. The couple shared two sons, Joseph “Beau” Biden III and Hunter Biden, and a daughter, Naomi “Amy” Biden.

Weeks after Joe was elected to the Senate in 1972, Neilia and their three kids were involved in a car accident. Beau and Hunter survived the crash but Neilia and Amy tragically died.

Years after mourning his wife and daughter, Joe met Jill Biden. The couple wed in 1975 and welcomed daughter Ashley Biden in 1981.

Throughout his struggles, Joe remained a dedicated public servant. He served as a Senator from 1973 to 2009 before becoming Barack Obama’s vice president. In 2020, Joe was elected as the 46th president of the United States.

Joe initially was going to run for a second term. However, in July 2024, Joe withdrew from the election after he received concerns from the public about his age and health. (Joe was 81 years old at the time.)

In May 2025, news broke that Joe was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

Keep scrolling to see the tragedies that Joe and his family have endured over the years:

Neilia Hunter and Naomi Biden’s Deaths

In December 1972, Neilia, Amy, Beau and Hunter were involved in a car accident while Christmas shopping. The Biden family’s station wagon was hit by a tractor-trailer after Neilia accidentally drove into the path of the oncoming vehicle.

Neilia, Amy, Beau and Hunter were pulled from the wreckage and rushed to Wilmington General Hospital. Neilia and Amy were pronounced dead on arrival. They were 30 and 13 months, respectively.

Biden’s sons survived the accident but sustained injuries. Beau had a broken leg while Hunter had a fractured skull.

“The pain … seemed unbearable in the beginning, and it took me a long time to heal, but I did survive the punishing ordeal,” Joe wrote of the tragedy in his 2017 memoir, Promise Me, Dad. “I made it through, with a lot of support, and reconstructed my life and my family.”

Joe Biden’s Brain Surgeries

In 1988, Joe began to suffer from severe neck pain, which was caused by a leaking intracranial berry aneurysm. While recovering from surgery, Joe suffered from a pulmonary embolism. The procedures and recovery kept Joe away from the Senate for seven months.

Beau Biden’s Cancer Battle and Death

In 2013, Beau was diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, which is a type of cancer that starts as a growth of cells in the brain or spinal cord, per Mayo Clinic. Beau underwent surgery to remove a lesion. He also completed radiation and chemotherapy treatments.

Two years after his diagnosis, Beau died following a recurrence of brain cancer. He was 46.

Hunter Biden’s Substance Abuse Struggles

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Hunter shared in his 2021 memoir, Beautiful Things, that he battled addiction throughout his adult life. He shared that his struggles started with alcohol when he was a teen before turning to crack cocaine. Hunter explained that he believed his struggle stemmed from losing his mother and sister.

“There were also times, I have to admit, when I felt as if no one else could understand my pain. It seemed narcissistic even to contemplate. Yet that didn’t make it feel any less true,” he penned. “Believing that your pain is exceptional doesn’t lessen anyone else’s. Pain is our universal condition. People can go through life without finding love, but no one lives long without experiencing real hurt. It can connect us or isolate us.”

Hunter has sought treatment for his addiction struggles and faced several legal issues.

Joe Biden’s Withdrawal From the 2024 Election

In July 2024, Joe announced that he was withdrawing from the 2024 presidential election after the public raised concerns about his age and health following a debate against Donald Trump.

“It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President. And while it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as President for the remainder of my term,” he wrote in a letter shared via X.

Joe subsequently endorsed his vice president, Kamala Harris, to run in his place. Harris ultimately lost to Trump.

Joe Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis

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Months after leaving the White House, Joe was diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer.

“Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms,” read a May 2025 statement from Biden’s personal office to CNN. “On Friday, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone.”

The statement added that Joe and his family were “reviewing treatment options with his physicians.”

After news broke about his condition, Joe took to social media to break his silence.

“Cancer touches us all,” he captioned a May 2025 Instagram post. “Like so many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are strongest in the broken places. Thank you for lifting us up with love and support.”

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Blake Lively and Gigi Hadid’s Friendship Timeline Through the Years

Blake Lively and Gigi Hadid have been by each other’s side for years before the It Ends With Us star became involved in a lengthy legal battle with costar Justin Baldoni.

The duo, who were first photographed together in 2014, have been spotted on several occasions with their fellow, shared BFF Taylor Swift. Four years later, the trio celebrated New Years Eve with several other celeb pals in tow.

In 2024, Hadid stepped out with Lively to attend husband Ryan ReynoldsDeadpool & Wolverine premiere. The pair honored the MCU characters via their attire, with Hadid rocking a yellow get-up and Lively donning a red outfit. Hadid, for her part, also weighed in on Lively’s It Ends With Us film, which was set to be released one month later. “It is actually so good,” Hadid told E! News. “I’m not paid to say it. It’s great.”

Months later, Lively made headlines when she accused her It Ends With Us costar and director, in part, of sexual harassment. Baldoni has denied all allegations against him. While fans decoded Swift’s feelings about the legal battle (her name has been brought up on multiple occasions), a source exclusively told Us Weekly that Hadid had “naturally’ distanced herself from Lively.

Scroll through for a full timeline of Lively and Hadid’s friendship through the years:

October 2014

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Lively and Hadid were first photographed together with Nicola Peltz at the 2014 God’s Love We Deliver, Golden Heart Awards in New York City.

December 2018

Swift hosted a star-studded New Year’s Eve bash with pals Lively and Hadid to ring in 2019. In images the Eras Tour performer shared via Instagram, Swift dressed up as the Little Mermaid while Hadid rocked a Mary Poppins costume and Lively embodied Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz.

“Mary Poppins, Audrey, Ariel, Ms. Frizzle, Cinderella, Gwen, Mr. Toad, Avril, Nancy Drew, Posh Spice, Rizzo, Frida Kahlo, Steve Irwin, Dorothy,” Swift wrote via Instagram. “This new year we decided to dress up as our childhood heroes. Sending you all love and hope going into 2019 💗.”

August 2019

Hadid gushed over Lively in celebration of the actress’ 32nd birthday, alongside a photo of the twosome posing inside a kitchen.

“It’s this Queen’s birthday week and I just want to say how grateful and lucky I am to have a friend like you, B,” Hadid wrote via Instagram at the time. “You are a real one and inspire me in so many ways. I will only be able to thank you enough by making you endless oatmeal griddle cakes and training your children to be world class disposable-camera photographers. I love you ! Wishing you every blessing.”

When Was Blake Lively Last Seen With Taylor Swift and Gigi Hadid?

April 2023

Lively, Swift and Hadid were spotted walking with Alana, Danielle and Este Haim in New York City.

August 2023

Hadid gushed over Lively while sharing a throwback snap for her birthday. “Pretty sure this pic is before her (our) baby number 1 but I just love it bc I still feel like the baby of the group,” Hadid wrote via Instagram Story. “Lots-o-angelbabies later, u are a magical friend and mamma — protective, warm, witty, thoughtful, talented, HOT!” she continued. “Ur made of all the good stuff like rainbow sprinkles and butter and bourbon whipped creme. And lobster salad. Lots of lobster salad.”

Hadid concluded: “Thank you for your light and example sister @blakelively. Wishing you the best year yet. 🎂 u know ily!”

Lively shared the post, adding, ““This was before baby #3 for me and #1 for you. ❤ Coparenting with you whether you agree to raise my children or not is one of my life’s greatest joys. Love you, mama, sister, friend.”

Gigi Hadid 'Naturally' Distanced From Blake Lively Amid Taylor Swift Drama

July 2024

The twosome attended Reynolds’ Deadpool & Wolverine premiere, where Lively joked that her husband was crashing a girls’ night out.

“He’s such a hen. He can hang with men, but he’s really a hen at heart,” she told Entertainment Tonight, while Hadid added, “He loves a girls’ night and to hear all the goss.”

May 2025

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Amid Lively’s ongoing legal battle with Baldoni, an insider told Us that Hadid has “always had a closer friendship with Taylor and stands by her.” The source shared, “She has been a very loyal friend to Taylor, and they have been best friends for a decade now.”

The insider noted that Hadid “hasn’t necessarily chosen sides” between Lively and Swift, but rather that the current status of their inner circle is a “reflection of the closeness her and Taylor have shared over the years.”

The source added that Hadid and Lively “really haven’t been as close in almost a year” but there are “no hard feelings” between the two.

“As Taylor has begun to distance herself from Blake, Gigi has naturally done the same,” the insider said. “The shift wasn’t abrupt, but gradual and organic change in dynamics.”

While Swift and Lively’s friendship has allegedly changed amid the legal battle, Hadid “doesn’t want to be involved at all,” the source said. “They haven’t been in touch much this year and it does have everything to do with the lawsuit.”

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How Stars Sidestepped the Cannes Naked Dress Ban: Charli XCX, More

Nothing can stop these celebs from showing off some skin at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival — even a naked dress ban.
While naked dresses are taking over most red carpets these days, Cannes decided to opt out of the trend this year. In the FAQ section of its website, it states, “Nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as in any other area of the festival.”
Take Charli XCX, for example, who rocked a custom Saint Laurent lavender dress at the festival’s Presidential Dinner on May 18. Her slinky dress had a sheer cutout over her midriff and legs. She teamed the look with a dramatic boa that dragged behind her as she walked.
Keep scrolling to see how stars were still able to wear a (semi) sheer dress at the Cannes Film Festival:

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Hadid showed off her sideboob in a sleek dress at the festival's opening ceremony on May 13.

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Maxwell ignored the naked dress ban and rocked a sheer Cheney Chan dress at the Phoenician Scheme premiere on May 18.

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Johnson gave a glimpse of her shapewear in a glittery Gucci dress that exposed her legs at the Presidential Dinner on May 18.

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Boots left little to the imagination in a Rodarte dress with sheer cutouts at Bono: Stories Of Surrender premiere on May 16. 

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The model showed off her figure in a skintight Harvey Cenit leopard outfit at the Dossier 137 screening on May 15.

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Chuxi looked sexy in a gold dress with a plunging back at the Indiana Jones And The Dial of Destiny premiere on May 18. 

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Todt showed off her toned legs in a periwinkle sequin Sophie Couture look at the Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning premiere on May 14. 

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Klementieff sizzled in a dangerously low-cut lavender Loewe dress at the Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning premiere on May 14. 

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Fontana rocked a silky dress finished with a thigh-high slit at the Partir Un Jour screening on May 13.

Chef Michael Symon Shares Smoky Grilled Shrimp Recipe Made for Summer Bashes

’Tis the season for outdoor gatherings, so we went straight to the master, namely chef Michael Symon, for a delicious dish.

“When it comes to surefire seafood for groups, it’s hard to top shrimp,” the James Beard Award-winning chef exclusively shares in the latest issue of Us Weekly. “Even for people who say they don’t love seafood, shrimp seems to be the exception. The plump, sweet crustaceans are the perfect carrier for any flavor combination you feel like going with — and they grill up in no time flat!”

According to Symon, he prefers whipping up the dish with head-on shrimp because he loves “the presentation.”

“And I think they taste better,” he adds. “These require at least an hour to marinate, but they cook in less than five minutes.”

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To make Symon’s Smoky Grilled Shrimp, which serves six, he gave Us a helpful piece of cooking advice.

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“To prevent sticking to the grill, make sure the grates are preheated, scrubbed clean and oiled before laying these guys down,” Symon says. “If you would prefer to skewer them before cooking them, go right ahead.”

Keep scrolling for Symon’s Smoky Grilled Shrimp recipe:

Ingredients

3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Grated zest and juice of 2 limes

1 tbsp kosher salt

1 tbsp light brown sugar

1 tbsp smoked paprika

1 tsp cayenne pepper

1 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp ground cumin

2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined

½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, for serving

Lime wedges, for squeezing

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, salt, brown sugar, smoked paprika, cayenne, coriander and cumin. Add the shrimp and toss to fully coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.

2. Prepare and preheat a charcoal grill for direct cooking.

3. Cook the shrimp on the hot side of the grill until nicely charred, about 2 minutes per side.

4. Transfer the shrimp to a platter, garnish with cilantro leaves and lime wedges and serve.

Symon’s ninth cookbook, Symon’s Dinners Cooking Out, is available now.

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Inside Jamie Lee Curtis and Nicole Kidman's Heartfelt Friendship

Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis play sisters in Prime Video’s drama Scarpetta — and in real life, they have a lot of respect for one another.

Patricia Cornwell has been writing about a medical examiner named Dr. Kay Scarpetta for over 20 years, and I can’t even tell you how many millions of people have bought these books. And Nicole is going to play Dr. Kay Scarpetta,” Curtis exclusively told Us Weekly in May 2025. The Scream Queen plays Kidman’s sister, Dorothy, in the series.

Despite both enjoying long, successful careers in Hollywood, this is the first time the two have worked together on the same project.

The series will run for at least two seasons on Amazon Prime Video, a deal that was announced in September 2024. Kidman and Curtis will also executive produce the series together — something that will likely help their friendship continue to blossom on and off camera.

Here’s a look at the growing relationship between Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis.

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They met at the Oscars

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While speaking to Us Weekly in May 2025, Curtis revealed she and Kidman first met at the Oscars. “She actually introduced herself to me and we exchanged hellos and a little bit of chick bonding,” she told Us.

Curtis continued, “But then we walked away and I was like, ‘Okay, wow. That was crazy.’ And six months later she heard that we were making the Scarpetta show and that I was producing and she basically said, ‘I want to be Scarpetta.’ And then when I went, ‘Okay, great,’ she said, ‘But you’re going to be in it with me, right?’”

“It was that moment of like, ‘Yes, Nicole Kidman. Yes. I’m going to be in a show with you.’ I had no choice,” she added. You had no choice. I was going to be a producer, and at that moment it was decided that I was going to act in the show.”

Jamie Lee Curtis praised Nicole’s “dream and hustle”

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While offering a tribute to Kidman at the 2025 Palm Springs International Film Awards, Curtis praised the star’s “dream and hustle.”

“The question is, how does one become the most successful and popular star in the global cinematic broadcast and digital universe? Well, in Nicole Kidman’s case, you start out as a young actress in Australia,” she said. “You dream and hustle and work hard with an internal drive mechanism and a level of ambition and a dedication to craft, plus an exceptional ability to shape shift and dodge and weave and apply the constant importing of new skills to hone and perfect the work.”

“All of us are better when we’re loved,” Curtis also said. “Nicole Kidman was loved. It’s very clear, mostly by her beautiful mother, Janelle, who she sadly lost earlier this year. But she is also loved by her family of origin, her husband, children, chosen family, pets, friends, and countless colleagues from all over the world, not to mention all of her fans and the audiences who appreciate her great work.”

Nicole described Curtis as “fierce”

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Kidman has been just as effusive with her compliments for Curtis. While speaking to E! News, she said of her co-star, “That woman is fierce. She is, her talent is abundant, but she’s also just a woman’s woman. She stands by your side. She’s got your back. I can’t say enough lovely things about her. I think everyone in this industry knows that’s what she’s like. And she’s lived a life and she’s willing to share and support. I mean, she’s what you should be.”

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Blake Lively Lawyers Slam Wayfarer's Harassment Investigation: A 'Charade'

Blake Lively is condemning Wayfarer Studios for what her lawyers are calling a “disingenuous charade” of an investigation into her sexual harassment claims against It Ends With Us costar and director Justin Baldoni.

Lively’s legal team filed a motion to compel Baldoni’s film studio to share documents concerning its “so-called ‘investigation” around the actress’ initial accusations against Baldoni on Monday, May 19, Us Weekly can confirm.

“It appears that Wayfarer is trying to hide behind the ‘investigation’ to conduct shadow discovery and hide it from any scrutiny,” a spokesperson for Lively told Us in a statement on Monday. “As Ms. Lively has alleged, Wayfarer ignored its legal obligation to conduct an investigation when she privately raised concerns starting in May 2023, but claims it’s doing one now — in the middle of a case in which it sued her for $400 million for the same things it now says its ‘neutrally’ investigating.”

The statement to Us is similar to what was written in the letter to Judge Lewis J. Liman on Monday, per court records obtained by Us.

“Does anyone believe that Wayfarer is genuinely investigating a film set workplace that no longer exists?” Lively’s reps wondered in their statement on Monday. Us Weekly has reached out to Baldoni’s team for comment.

Blake Lively Officially Files Lawsuit Against ‘It Ends With Us’ Director Justin Baldoni 

Lively’s initial complaint, filed in December 2024, accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and allegedly fostering a hostile work environment on the film’s set. Lively claimed, in part, that Baldoni discussed his sex life, including an alleged pornography addiction, with her during their time on set. She further alleged that “degrading and sexual comments” had been made by Baldoni about Lively. (Baldoni has vehemently denied all allegations against him.)

Lively’s legal team subsequently filed a Rule 11 Sanctions on Monday, “requesting the Court to impose monetary sanctions” against Wayfarer Foundation founder Steve Sarowitz, Baldoni’s producing partner Jamey Heath, publicists Melissa Nathan and Jennifer Abel, and It Ends With Us Movie LLC.

The Rule 11 filing called into account “claims against Ms. Lively that have no reasonable basis in law or fact and clearly were brought for an improper purpose.” One example stated in the docs was allegations made by Baldoni’s legal team that Lively is extorting Taylor Swift amid the ongoing lawsuit.

Blake Lively Responds to Justin Baldoni’s New $400 Million Lawsuit

“If you want to know why Justin Baldoni’s lawyer pulled his latest inflammatory and defamatory media stunt, it might be because he knew that both he and his clients were about to be hit with sanctions motions based on his reckless decision to file multiple frivolous claims in federal court,” Lively’s lawyers, Esra Hudson and Mike Gottlieb, shared in a statement on Monday. “You can’t file lawsuits in federal court that have no basis in law or fact to create a harassing media narrative, or in other words, their strategy from day one.”

They concluded: “The Baldoni legal team received notice of their sanctionable behavior weeks ago, but doubled down rather than withdrawing their frivolous and harassing claims. Now they’ll face the consequences of treating federal court like a media playground.”

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s 20 Best Couple Fashion Moments

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry‘s breathtaking 2018 wedding at Windsor Castle instantly secured their status as both royals and fashion icons.

Their power couple fashion narrative began with their 2017 engagement announcement. Prince Harry, now 40, true to form, sported a classic blue suit, while Markle, now 43, exuded chicness in a white coat by Line the Label, a Canadian brand she has consistently championed.

Their May 2018 nuptials unveiled two sets of awe-inspiring ensembles. Markle graced the aisle in a custom Givenchy gown featuring a dramatic 16.5-foot veil for the ceremony, while Prince Harry donned his distinguished Blues and Royals uniform.

Later, they emerged in more relaxed, yet impeccably polished attire: Markle in a high-necked Stella McCartney reception dress and Prince Harry in a timeless black tuxedo with a bow tie.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Relationship Timeline

Another significant moment arrived in May 2019 with the introduction of their newborn son, Archie. Markle looked radiant in a white trench dress by Grace Wales Bonner, while Prince Harry appeared dashing in a classic gray suit. Their sophisticated style statement subtly affirmed that parenthood would not diminish their signature elegance.

Their last royal appearance on March 9 for the Commonwealth Day celebrations at Westminster Abbey was a definitive style statement. Markle’s emerald Emilia Wickstead dress with a built-in cape beautifully harmonized with Prince Harry’s turquoise tie — a final demonstration of their perfectly synchronized style.

Although they stepped back as senior royals in January 2020, relinquishing their HRH titles in order to pursue financial independence, their time since has also provided unforgettable joint fashion moments that also deserve a revisit.

Take, for instance, the November 2021 Salute to Freedom Gala in New York. Markle shone in a Carolina Herrera red halter-neck gown with a sweeping overskirt, perfectly complemented by Prince Harry’s impeccably coordinated black and white tuxedo.

The Deeper Meaning Behind Meghan Markle’s Red Carolina Herrera Dress

Fast-forward to April 2025, their outfits still consistently garner headlines. Case in point? The his-and-hers tailoring they wore ahead of the Time100 Summit. Her textured Ralph Lauren separates leaned into her new Montecito-meets-Manhattan aesthetic. At the same time, his classic suit, sans tie, showed that their combined style is a testament to modern sophistication.

In honor of their seventh wedding anniversary, look back at the couple’s 20 most memorable fashion moments.

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50 Cent Shares Post Claiming Fans Are Paid to Wear ‘Free Diddy’ Shirts

Amid his ongoing feud with Sean “Diddy” Combs, fellow rapper 50 Cent reacted to the accusations that certain fans were allegedly paid to show their support for the embattled entertainer outside the New York City courthouse amid his ongoing sex trafficking trial.

“Diddy paying people to wear ‘Free Diddy’ shirts is diabolical, but $20 a hour [sic] ain’t bad,” 50 Cent, 49, wrote via Instagram on Sunday, May 18. “I might go throw that on for an hour tomorrow. LOL.”

The rapper (real name Curtis Jackson) also uploaded news footage of several individuals wearing black T-shirts that read, “Free Diddy” or “Free Puff.” The group was standing near the courthouse where Diddy, 55, is currently standing trial. (The courtroom proceedings began earlier this week.)

Diddy has not confirmed whether his team was, in fact, paying random fans a stipend to wear supportive merchandise. Us Weekly has reached out for comment.

50 Cent Goes on Diddy Trolling Spree as Trial Enters Fourth Day

The disgraced music mogul was arrested in September 2024 on charges of sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution. He has denied all allegations against him and has pleaded not guilty.

“We are disappointed with the decision to pursue what we believe is an unjust prosecution of Mr. Combs by the U.S. Attorney’s Office,” Diddy’s lawyer Marc Agnifilo told Us in a statement at the time. “Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is a music icon, self-made entrepreneur, loving family man and proven philanthropist who has spent the last 30 years building an empire, adoring his children and working to uplift the Black community. He is an imperfect person, but he is not a criminal.”

Years before Diddy stood trial, he had a longstanding feud with 50 Cent. Back in 2006, 50 Cent claimed in his “The Bomb” that Diddy had knowledge of the 1997 murder of the Notorious B.I.G.

50 Cent Defends Calling Out Diddy Years Before His Legal Drama

“Who shot Biggie Smalls? We don’t get ‘em / They gonna kill us all,” 50 Cent raps. “Man, Puffy know who hit that n****.”

50 Cent has never had proof of Diddy’s involvement in the murder. Diddy, for his part, has frequently denied that he had any information about the killer over the years.

The rap stars’ feud continued to escalate, leading up to Diddy’s misconduct scandal and arrest.

“Look, it seems like I’m doing some extremely outrageous things, but I haven’t,” 50 Cent told People in October 2024, discussing his frequent comments about Diddy. “It’s really me just saying what I’ve been saying for 10 years.”

He added, “Now it’s becoming more full-facing in the news with the Puffy stuff. But away from that, I’m like, ‘Yo, it’s just my perspective because I stayed away from that stuff the entire time, because this is not my style.’”

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‘My 600-Lb. Life’ Tragedies

Lisa Fleming, Gina Krasley, Robert Buchel and more former My 600-Lb. Life stars have tragically passed away over the years.

My 600-Lb. Life premiered on TLC in 2012. While season 1 featured patients who were filmed over a period of seven years, the show tweaked its format and documented cast members for one year starting at season 2. By season 8, some stars were only filmed for six months.

Tragedy struck the reality show for the first time in 2013 when season 1 star Henry Foots died. Five years later, Lexington County Coroner’s Office in South Carolina confirmed to Us Weekly that James “L.B.” Bonner died by suicide.

“On the show, viewers saw L.B. struggle with obesity following a tragic accident that claimed his right leg. Even though he once weighed 650 pounds, L.B.’s hard work and dedication helped get him in the 200-pound range,” the network said in a statement in August 2018 following his untimely death. “His spirit and determination as displayed through his story, quickly made L.B. a fan favorite, and family and friends have taken to L.B.’s Facebook page to commemorate his life. TLC was deeply saddened to hear of L.B.’s passing and is honored to have shared his honest and courageous story on My 600-lb Life.”

That same month, fellow season 6 star Fleming died at the age of 50, with her daughter, Danielle, telling TMZ that “she was sick and her body was tired and her body just gave out.”

Scroll through for more My 600-Lb. Life tragedies:

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Pottain appeared in season 11 weighing 632 pounds. During her journey on the show, Pottain struggled to meet her weight loss goals and actually gained weight at the start of her journey. Despite making some changes, she did not qualify for bariatric surgery. She died in May 2025 due to congestive heart failure.

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Meyes, who went viral for a video about eating food, weighed 940 pounds when he appeared on the TLC series in 2022. The aspiring gospel singer died in June 2023, days after turning 49.

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Destinee was the first transgender woman to appear on My 600-Lb. Life, sharing her journey and mental health struggles on season 7 in 2019. Her brother confirmed her passing in February 2022.
“No no no I’m sorry bro, I accept you for who you are,  I accept every flaw that come with you, I’m sorry you felt alone, I’m sorry you felt you had nobody else to turn too,” Wayne Compton wrote via Facebook. “I’m sorry you felt you had no other option Destiny wouldn’t of wanted this, lord why keep taking my siblings away, how much can I take💔💔💔.”

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The season 1 star lost 440 pounds during his seven-year journey, which aired in 2012. Less than one year later, he died, with his obituary noting he “Went home to be with the Lord.” His cause of death is unknown.

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Sean appeared on the show in 2016. His father, Matt Milliken, confirmed in February 2019 that he died of complications of an infection at the age of 29.
“Sean was admitted into the hospital a couple days prior, because of an infection,” Matt wrote via Facebook. “Sunday he was having problems with his breathing, they were able to resuscitate him and a short time later his heart stopped.”

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James, who appeared on season 5, died in April 2020. He was previously hospitalized for health issues related to his kidney.

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L.B., who appeared on season 6, was found dead in August 2018 at the age of 30.

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In August 2018, Lisa’s daughter, Danielle, broke the news that the season 6 star died at the age of 50.

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Robert had a fatal heart attack while filming the series in 2017.
“I lost my best friend and the person I was supposed to spend the rest of my life with,” fiancée Kathryn Lemanski said on a February 2018 episode the show. “He told me, ‘I don’t think I’ll make it through the night. I love you and I always will.'”

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Coliesa, who appeared on season 8 of My 600-Lb. Life, died at the age of 41 in September 2020. While her cause of death was not reported, Coliesa suffered a heart attack shortly before her March 2020 episode aired.

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The season 6 star died at the age of 55 in May 2021.

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Gina, who appeared on season 8, died in August 2021 at the age of 30.

16 Celebrities Fighting Wrinkles — And How They're Doing It

It’s safe to say that most Hollywood A-listers will happily go under the knife to fend off signs of aging. From botox to face lifts, there are so many quick solutions for wrinkles — though they’re often costly, painful and to some, morally compromising. However, many celebrities have found next-level skincare products from vegan serums to LED masks that will keep you looking younger for longer and fight wrinkles naturally with the power of good skincare.

We tracked down what 16 celebs from Jen Aniston to Nicole Kidman are actually using for youthful skin, without cosmetic surgery. And we have some additional skincare tips at the end, too, that will help keep our skin healthy in all conditions.

16 Celebrities Fighting Wrinkles — And How They’re Doing It

1. Naomi Campbell: At 54, supermodel Naomi Campbell is simply ageless. And it’s (at least partially) due to her skincare routine, which includes Augustinus Bader’s The Rich Cream. According to InStyle, Campbell also uses other products from the brand, too, so she’s definitely a fan.

2. Priyanka Chopra: Priyanka Chopra Jonas is naturally gorgeous. But her 111Skin Rose Gold Brightening Mask is definitely helping! It’s a regular part of her skincare routine, which she has posted to Instagram on more than one occasion.

3. Jennifer Lopez: Even J.L0 is fighting wrinkles, and her skincare secret JLO Beauty Big Screen Broad Spectrum SPF Moisturizer.

“I’ve been wearing sunscreen everyday since I was in my very early 20s,” Lopez told Glamour. “You should start at a very young age.”

4. Julianne Moore: Of course 64-year-old actor Julianne Moore has a skincare regimen, which includes Revision Neck Firming Cream to help prevent the skin on her neck from sagging.

“My skin-care routine has gotten more and more complicated as I get older,” she joked in an interview with Vogue.

5. Olivia Wilde: Olivia Wilde uses True Botanicals Vitamin C Booster a few times a week because it keeps her skin looking bright and fends off signs of aging.

“Overall, my beauty approach is low key, but thoughtful,” she explained during a 2017 interview with Into The Gloss. “I don’t obsess over beauty but I try to be kind to my skin. I plan on using it for another 60 years or so.”

6. Kim Kardashian: Yes, even celebrities like Kim Kardashian are fighting wrinkles. She frequently uses CurrentBody Skin’s LED mask, which may boost collagen and keep the skin looking younger, longer.

“You can find me right here… Face, neck and hand red lights for the win!” she posted to Instagram Stories in 2023, according to Marie Claire. “I’m obsessed with these — I gave them as gifts this year.”

7. Sophia Bush: When Sophia Bush isn’t busy acting or advocating for the environment, she’s stocking up on skincare. Her secret is A313’s Vitamin A Cream, which she buys in bulk whenever she’s in France. Alexa Chung recommended it to her, The Sun reports, and it’s been her go-to product ever since.

8. Jennifer Aniston: To maintain her forever-young look, Jennifer Aniston regularly uses Tatcha’s Serum Stick. In fact, she carries it with her on The Morning Show set to keep her complexion looking glowy and dewy during filming. It also protects the from UV damage and wrinkles, so it’s a total win.

9. Gwyneth Paltrow: Goop queen Gwyneth Paltrow is obviously loyal to her brand, but clearly, it’s working for her. She particularly likes her All-In-One Face Cream because it keeps the skin hydrated, which in turn, fights wrinkles.

“[It’s] incredibly nourishing and it really boosts that youthful, dewy look,” she said in a walk-through of her skincare routine to CNN.

10. Brooke Shields: Step one in Brooke Shields’ skincare routine is the True Botanicals Chebula Active Serum. In addition to being completely vegan, its anti-aging properties keep your skin free of fine lines and wrinkles.

“[It’s] the first product I apply to my skin,” she told Prevention. “It just really skins into my skin so well and chebula is a very, very powerful antioxidant for the skin.”

11. Nicole Kidman: Kim K isn’t the only light therapy fan — Oscar-winning actor Nicole Kidman religiously uses a Solowave red light therapy wand before making red carpet appearances. It effectively erases fine lines, which is a total godsend when you’re about to be professionally photographed.

12. Khloé Kardashian: Khloé is one of many celebs who swear by TruSkin Vitamin C Serum. She says it’s “a miracle,” because you “can automatically see a difference” regarding wrinkle reduction and brightness.

“It eats off the top dead layer of your skin, [providing] an automatic refresh,” she raves.

13. Courteney Cox: Courteney Cox’s says her beloved Dermalogica Retinol Serumsmooths out your skin texture.” So if you, too, are noticing fine lines on your face, this could be the answer to all (or most) of your problems.

14. Reese Witherspoon: Elle Woods may legally object to wrinkles, but Reese Witherspoon is all too familiar. One staple in the actor’s skincare routine is Elizabeth Arden Prevage Prevention Renewal Treatment because it keeps her skin looking young and fresh.

“As you get older and start seeing wrinkles and fine lines,” she admitted, “it’s so important to moisturize and use great products that really hydrate and take care of your skin.”

15. Halle Berry: Actor Halle Berry attributes her perfect skin to Olga Lorencin Ageless Facial in a Box, which includes two moisturizing products that smooth out wrinkles. She also says eating healthy likely helps maintain her youthful complexion — so eat your vegetables!

16. Kelly Clarkson: Kelly Clarkson’s skincare routine is minimal, but Tata Harper Restorative Eye Cream keeps the skin around her eyes looking perky and wrinkle-free. Celebrity makeup artist Ashley Donovan revealed she’s used it on the talkshow host and singer leading up to major events like the Grammys.

5 Tips For Preventing Wrinkles With Skincare

Even if you aren’t a celebrity, when it comes to fighting off wrinkles with skincare, there are a few things you should know.

1. Staying moisturized is key to erasing wrinkles, because moisturizer keeps your skin hydrated and line-free. This is also the case for eye or neck creams, which target the skin in those areas, specifically.

2. Using SPF is also key to keeping your skin youthful, because it blocks UV rays which penetrate the skin. Skin that’s overly exposed to the sun can look leathery and saggy, so it’s important to start using sunscreen daily at a young age.

3. Light therapy has become increasingly popular, because it increases the elasticity in your skin.

4. Vitamin C boosts collagen production. This protects the skin from becoming damaged, while brightening and tightening it, too.

5. Products containing hyaluronic acid help reduce wrinkles, because it helps the skin retain moisture.

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15 Comfy Charleston-Inspired Sandals Under $35 to Look Old Money Rich

Charleston’s quaint stores, stunning beaches and historical buildings make it one of the hottest vacation destinations this summer — which, in turn, produces a charming style we’re obsessed with recreating.

From what we’ve seen, Charleston style seamlessly combines breezy, boutique-ready fabrics, vintage-inspired prints and, perhaps most importantly, the year-round summer outfit staple — the luxe sandal.

Imagine rich mom sandals with a classy, old-money twist . . . that’s the aesthetic. Buttery leather straps, dainty hardware, braided embellishments, strappy silhouettes and versatile designs are just a few highlights!

If you want to recreate the vibe without breaking the bank, we rounded up 15 can’t-miss options from Zappos and Amazon that don’t cross the $35 mark.

15 Comfy Charleston-Inspired Sandals to Look Old Money Rich

1. Bestseller Alert: Straps, flatforms, buckles, oh my! In addition to thousands of five-star reviews, these captivating platform espadrilles have vegan leather straps and woven details.

2. Braided Beauty: Turn heads without even trying in these classy braided sandals with a chic everyday design.

3. Really Southern: If you want to look like a true Charlestonian gal, check out these one-of-a-kind Comfort Foam Tristeen Sandals with a boutique-style denim strap.

4. Boho Babe: These rustic, designer-looking espadrilles dropped a few months ago and are already selling out. The open-toe design shows off your cute painted piggies!

5. Amazon’s Choice: Comfort? Check. Style? Check. Durability? Check. Versatility? Double check. It’s no wonder these simple sandals have a fashionista following!

6. Italian Twist: Get ready to look like a millionaire — at least — in these elegant slip-ons with shiny metal hardware and stitching that could totally be custom.

7. Pretty Feet: These $23 sandals have darling big toe straps, non-slip outsoles and a brunch-to-party look that could only be Charleston-inspired.

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8. Sophisticated Find: We’re just going to say it: these square-toe Madden Girl sandals should be much pricier than they are, but we’re not complaining.

9. Bow Tie: Southern fashion is all about the details. These bowtie cork-style sandals are as cutesy as it gets!

10. Leather Look: Smooth, sleek and all sorts of trendy, these go-with-everything slides give ‘rich mom’ a whole new definition.

11. East to West Coast: Part California and part Carolina, these strappy Volcom sandals are as comfy as they look — if not comfier — thanks to a cushiony EVA footbed.

12. Dressed Up: Have a wedding on the agenda? These flower-embellished wedges are calling your name. Over 1,000 shoppers bought them last month alone!

13. Beach Day: Imagine flip-flops that are actually comfortable. These Skechers flip-flops have a luxury foam footbed that you’ll dream about.

14. Fairy Princess: Strappy is in! These secure-fitting sandals have toe, foot and ankle straps for a snug, no-slip feel with a nice stretch.

15. Memory Foam: Nobody would ever know these everyday sandals are more comfortable than sneakers. There are a few strap varieties to choose from, ranging from beige and white to leopard print!

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‘My 600-Lb. Life’ Stars: Where Are They Now?

My 600-Lb. Life has changed the lives of many of its most memorable stars throughout its tenure — and the long-running series shows no signs of slowing down.

The reality show premiered on TLC in February 2012, documenting the journeys of obese patients as they attempt to lose weight via significant lifestyle change and surgical intervention. Bariatric surgeon Dr. Younan Nowzaradan (a.k.a. Dr. Now) oversees the process, which often involves developing new eating patterns and undergoing an approved gastric bypass procedure if and when certain criteria are met.

“It just happened,” Nowzaradan told Houstonia magazine in October 2017 of how the series came to be. “I was operating on a lot of 600-pound people.”

The surgeon hoped that the show would be helpful not only to his patients but also to viewers and his colleagues.

“We continue to try to provide education for everyone. That’s the reason I started the television series, [which] was to make an impression on the medical community that they should take care of these patients,” he explained at the 2016 ObesityHelp National Conference. “Another reason important to me was to have a show that provided inspiration for people and for the medical community with my hope to change [biased] opinions about morbidly obese people.”

Scroll through the gallery below to see where stars from My 600-Lb. Life are now.

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Pottain appeared on season 11 of the TLC series, which aired in 2023. Coming into the show, Pottain weighed 623 pounds with hopes of losing weight ahead of her wedding. Pottain struggled to lose weight ahead of a possible bariatric and when she met with Nowzaradan, he informed her during their check in that she had actually gained weight. She ultimately did not qualify for surgery.
After her time on the show, Pottain continued to work on her health journey. She also worked on opening a shelter for at-risk girls. In May 2025, Pottain died of congestive heart failure. 

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The aspiring gospel singer appeared on season 10 of My 600-Lb. Life, where he opened up about the struggles he faced from weighing 940 pounds and being bedridden. Myers ultimately made progress in his personal life after his 2022 stint on the TLC series.
In June 2023, Myers's cousin Todd Darrell revealed that the reality star died days after turning 49.

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The season 1 alum weighed 653 pounds before having gastric bypass surgery and losing 500 pounds on the show in 2012. She went on to become a mom, although parenthood compromised her progress. “I didn’t realize how hard it was going to be when you have kids and have food for them around you all day long,” she said during a Where Are They Now? special. “It’s hard to stick to a diet.”  
Morris is still dedicated to her health and is focused on raising her children.

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Shelton, who appeared on season 1 in 2012, went from 675 to 295 pounds after his operation, but he was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, an autoimmune disorder that causes the immune system to damage the nerves. He gained back 200 pounds but vowed to try to shed the weight again and keep it off. According to his Instagram profile, he is “disabled and in a wheelchair” but still likes to “have fun and get out and do stuff.”

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Whitworth weighed more than 600 pounds when she appeared on season 2 in 2014, but she lost 300 pounds after having gastric bypass surgery. She revealed during a 2015 Where Are They Now? special that she and her husband divorced, divulging that he had not “found much good in my changes.” She is now raising her daughter, Hannah, and lives in Texas.  

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Phillips started out at 708 pounds before dropping to 183 pounds after surgery. After sharing her journey during season 2 in 2014, she revealed in a 2016 Where Are They Now? special that she went days without eating because of her fear of gaining weight, but she wanted to move past her anxieties about it. She welcomed son Ethan in February 2021. 

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Taylor was 606 pounds when she appeared on season 2 in 2014. However, she made a commitment to get healthy and keep the weight off. She was previously engaged to a man named Eugene Perkins and is a single mom living in Louisiana. 

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Rachdi lost more than 400 pounds after initially weighing 660 pounds during season 3 in 2015. They revealed via Facebook in February 2019 that they would not be “going on TV again until it’s for doing something rad and accomplishing something. I don’t want the rest of my life to be solely measured in pounds lost.”

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The season 3 alum weighed 800 pounds when she was on the show in 2015, but by the time of her December 2019 interview with Sister Circle, she had lost 560 pounds in two years. She is a motivational speaker and philanthropist and lives in Tennessee.  

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The season 4 alum weighed 605 pounds when she first appeared on the show in 2016, but she lost 200 pounds after having gastric bypass surgery. “I am stronger, healthier and more alive than I thought was ever possible!” she wrote via Facebook in September 2018. “Am I skinny? Nope! Am I OK with that? Yep! My goal is to be healthy not skinny! Remember to love yourself today! Be blessed!”

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The season 7 alum was 692 pounds when her journey aired in 2019. She showed off her progress via Instagram in August 2021, explaining, “I’m not doing unhealthy things to lose weight faster. I’m doing MY best. Slow and steady wins the race.” She also owns a small business and makes jewelry. 

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Givens went from 729 to 341 pounds during his season 7 journey in 2019. He moved to Enid, Oklahoma, and started a new job as a warehouse specialist in July 2021. He is married to Jessica Erin Givens.  

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The season 7 alum struggled to maintain her suggested diet during her 2019 episode. She went from 629 to 566 pounds at the time, but she has since lost more weight and documented her slimdown on social media. As for her career, she sells jewelry.  

The Duggars: A Comprehensive Guide to the Famous Family

When it comes to the Duggars, the more members, the merrier — which is why some fans have a hard time keeping track of the famous family.

After tying the knot in July 1984, Jim Bob Duggar and Michelle Duggar (née Ruark) welcomed a total of 19 children, including two sets of twins, and the couple bestowed all of their little ones with J-monikers. 

“I really know that our relationship with God and our close walk with Christ is what holds our marriage together,” Michelle exclusively told Us Weekly in August 2020 of her relationship with Jim Bob. “That’s the glue that started our relationship years ago. And I know because of our faith, that is the solid foundation that we have.”

She added: “I am more in love with him than I have ever been. He is the man that stands strong and is solid, and then he’s steady. I’m so grateful that God brought us together 36 years ago.”

Keep scrolling for a comprehensive guide to Michelle and Jim Bob’s brood:

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The couple’s 19 kids have all been home-schooled.

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The firstborn Duggar arrived in 1988. Josh married Anna in 2008, and they share seven children: Mackynzie, Michael, Marcus, Meredith, Mason, Maryella and Madyson.
In April 2021, Josh was arrested in Arkansas, pleading not guilty to receiving and possessing child pornography. Josh was sentenced to 151 months behind bars in May 2022, with the Supreme Court denying Josh’s request for an appeal in June 2024.

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Michelle and Jim Bob welcomed their first daughter in 1990. Jana remained single into her 30s, before quietly dating Stephen Wissmann. The pair filed for a marriage license in August 2024 days before they wed. They live in Nebraska, where they are renovating a house together.

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Jana arrived with twin brother, John-David. He married Abbie in 2018. Eight months after their nuptials, the pair announced that they were expecting their first child, a baby girl. "I just hope she's as pretty as her mommy," the dad-to-be said in TLC's August 2019 reveal video. "I know she will be."
The couple welcomed Grace Annette in January 2020, telling Us exclusively at the time: “Our lives have changed forever with the arrival of our baby girl. She’s is a beautiful gift from God. We are so blessed the Lord has given her to us. It’s still surreal to know that we are really parents but it’s a great new adventure that we are excited to take on together.”
John-David and Abbie welcomed baby No. 2, a baby boy named Charlie, in September 2022.

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Jill, born in 1991, married Derick in 2014. They share sons Israel and Samuel. In October 2021, the pair revealed that Jill had suffered a miscarriage, writing via Instagram: "We love and miss you River Bliss!” Four months after the pregnancy loss, the Counting On alums wrote in a blog post that their “rainbow baby [is] due July 2022.” They welcomed son Frederick "Freddy" Michael on July 7, 2022. Jill suffered another pregnancy loss in April 2024 with the stillbirth of their daughter, Isla Marie.

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Jessa joined the Duggar family in 1992. She and Ben tied the knot in 2014 and welcomed son Spurgeon one year later. He became a big brother in 2017 when Henry arrived. The Counting On star gave birth to daughter Ivy Jane in May 2019. Us confirmed in February 2021 that Jessa was pregnant with her fourth child after previously suffering a miscarriage. Their daughter Fern arrived five months later. Nearly one year after another pregnancy loss, Jessa gave birth to a baby boy in December 2023.

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Jinger, born in 1993, married the former professional soccer player in 2016. Their daughter Felicity was born in 2018. The couple announced in May 2020 that their second child was on the way. Evangeline arrived in November 2020.
In October 2024, Jinger announced she and Jeremy are expecting their third baby. Their son, Finn, was born in March 2025.

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Joseph was born in 1995. He married Kendra in 2017, and they welcomed a honeymoon baby, Garrett, the next year. Kendra revealed in April 2019 that she was pregnant with their second child. Addison Renee arrived in November 2019. Nine months later, the couple announced Kendra’s third pregnancy. The couple were expecting a "tie-breaker" second daughter, they told E! News in November 2020. Brooklyn arrived in February 2021, followed by son Justus in 2022.

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Josiah arrived in 1996. Eight months after marrying Lauren in 2018, he announced that she had suffered a miscarriage. In May 2019, they revealed they had a rainbow baby on the way. Bella Milagro arrived on November 8, 2019, her name meaning “beautiful miracle.”
The following week, the couple told Us exclusively: “She has already brought so much joy in our lives. We are obsessed with her adorable smiles. It’s hard to imagine life without her!”
The couple have since welcomed kids Daisy and Ezra.

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Born in 1997, Joy-Anna married Austin in 2017. Their son, Gideon, was born the following year. In April 2019, they announced they were expecting their second little one.
Three months later, Joy-Anna and Austin revealed that the pregnant star had suffered a miscarriage. The pair named their unborn daughter Annabell Elise. The couple announced in March 2020 that they were expecting a baby girl. She arrived five months later, and the couple announced her name, Evelyn Mae, the following week. In October 2022, Joy-Anna revealed she was pregnant and expecting baby No. 3. The Forsyths announced the arrival of their baby boy — Gunner James — in May 2023.

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Born in 1998, Jed married Katey Nakatsu in April 2021. The couple made headlines with their pregnancy announcement five months later, with some deeming it "insensitive."
“She tested positive, but not for Covid. 😉," Jed wrote via Instagram alongside a photo of him and his wife holding a sign that read, “And then there were 3. Baby Duggar Spring ’22.”
In May 2022, the duo announced the birth of their son, Truett Oliver, nicknamed True.
The couple welcomed back-to-back babies, announcing the arrival of daughter Nora in June 2023. In July 2024, the couple revealed they are expecting twin girls, who were born in January 2025. 

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Jeremiah was born in 1998 with his twin Jed. He married wife Hannah in March 2022.
“Today was a perfect day, as we stood before our family and friends and committed our lives to each other,” the newlyweds exclusively told Us on their wedding day. “It was such a beautiful culmination of so many prayers, dreams & desires! As we’ve seen God’s gracious hand in bringing our lives together, we are excited to see how He will continue to direct our paths. We are looking forward to sharing our married journey with you. Thank you for sharing our joy!”
The couple welcomed daughters Brynley Noelle and Brielle Grace in December 2022 and February 2024, respectively. Their third child, a daughter named Emery “Emy” Jane, was born in May 2025.
 

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Jason joined the Duggar family in 2000. He confirmed his relationship with Maddie in May 2024, proposing the following August. Jason and Maddie got married in October 2024 in the bride’s native Tennessee.

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James was born in 2001.

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Michelle and Jim Bob welcomed Justin in 2002. Us broke the news in September 2020 that Justin had started courting Claire Spivey. He and the Texas native got engaged in November 2020. The twosome tied the knot in February 2021.

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Jackson arrived two years later in 2004.

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The 16th addition to the Duggar family, pictured on the far left, arrived in 2005.

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Jennifer arrived in 2007.

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The 18th Duggar child joined the family in 2008.

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Michelle and Jim Bob’s youngest was born in 2009.

Cassie’s Friend Claims She Signed $30K NDA After Diddy Hit Her With Hanger

Cassie’s friend Kerry Morgan took the witness stand in the trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs after the “Me & U” singer mentioned her during her testimony last week.

Morgan, 39, was questioned on Monday, May 19, about a 2018 incident where Diddy, 55, allegedly hit her with a wooden hanger. Cassie, 38, said in her own testimony that the alleged altercation ended her friendship with Morgan. “We were best friends,” Morgan told the jury. “We don’t speak anymore.”

Of the alleged incident, Morgan claimed that Diddy hit her in a fit of anger over another relationship Cassie (full name Casandra Ventura) was having at the time. “I had a concussion. I was dizzy. I vomited a few times,” she recalled.

She went on to claim that Cassie and Diddy asked her to sign a nondisclosure agreement for $30,000 after the alleged incident. She told the jury she signed the NDA and did not speak to Cassie again.

Diddy was arrested in September 2024 and charged with sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges and denied all the allegations against him.

Cassie Hid in Hotel Room for 1 Week to Protect Mom From Truth About Diddy

On Monday, Morgan also claimed that she witnessed Diddy physically abuse Cassie, who dated the mogul off and on from 2007 to 2018. “She lost her confidence big-time,” Morgan said of the singer. “She lost her spark.”

Morgan also corroborated Cassie’s previous claims that Diddy had a major hand in the success of her music, saying, “Sometimes she’d be frustrated because she’d be working on music and it would never work out. He was in charge of her career.”

During direct questioning by Assistant U.S. Attorney Meredith Foster, Morgan alleged she saw Diddy hit Cassie on two separate occasions: once in the Hollywood Hills and once in Jamaica. After the Hollywood Hills incident, Morgan claimed she hid with Cassie on the steps of Diddy’s neighbor’s house for 20 to 30 minutes as Diddy and an employee drove around looking for them.

In Jamaica, Morgan allegedly saw Diddy drag Cassie on the floor by her hair. At one point, she “hit her head on the brick” and was motionless for 20 to 30 seconds. “I thought she was knocked out,” Morgan recalled.

Cassie Addresses Claim That Diddy Dangled a Woman Over Balcony in Testimony

Upon waking up, Cassie ran off into a wooded area. When Morgan found her, they hid in a ditch together for “what felt like hours.”

Morgan also testified about the aftermath of the 2016 incident where Diddy assaulted Cassie at the InterContinental Hotel in Los Angeles, surveillance video of which was shown to the jury. After the incident, Cassie returned to her apartment where Morgan was staying with her. Morgan said Cassie had a black eye.

About 30 minutes after Cassie’s return, Diddy allegedly arrived at the apartment and started trying to break down a door with a hammer. Cassie was “numb,” Morgan claimed, adding, “I don’t think she would’ve cared if he came in and killed her.”

Morgan noted that she was one of the only friends in Cassie’s life at the time who was not an employee of Diddy. “Combs controlled everything,” she claimed, adding that she felt like Cassie would come away from hangouts with Diddy’s entourage feeling more positive about their relationship. “You could tell they were convincing her it was OK,” Morgan alleged.

Cassie Gives Emotional Testimony About Diddy Allegedly Raping Her

Cassie testified in court for four days last week, sharing details about the hotel incident and other alleged abuse by Diddy. She previously sued him in November 2023, alleging that he physically and sexually abused her throughout their 11-year relationship.

Diddy denied her allegations in a statement via his lawyer at the time. “Mr. Combs vehemently denies these offensive and outrageous allegations,” the mogul’s lawyer Ben Brafman said.

One day after the lawsuit, Cassie and Diddy settled the suit out of court. Cassie revealed last week that the settlement was for $20 million.

Six months later, CNN published an edited version of the 2016 hotel assault video. Diddy issued a public apology for his actions in the video via Instagram in May 2024.

If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673). If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support. If you or someone you know is a human trafficking victim, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.

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Jessica Biel Shares How She Prepared Her Son for the Spotlight at U.S. Open

In the game of privacy, Jessica Biel isn’t sure if she’s winning or losing.

Last summer, the actress, 43, faced a difficult decision of whether or not to bring her son Silas, 10, to the U.S. Open, where he would likely be photographed for the world to see.

“My son was 9 at the time, and he’s a huge tennis fan — that’s his sport, that’s what he plays,” Biel told InStyle in an interview published Monday, May 19. “We had this opportunity, and we talked about it. We talked about photographers. You know, ‘Are you comfortable with that?’”

Because Silas was still a kid, Biel — who also shares Phineas, 4, with husband Justin Timberlake — believed her oldest son couldn’t make the decision on his own. However, the mother-son duo could at least “discuss what’s his opinion around it.”

Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake’s Family Album

Ultimately, the pair headed to Queens, New York, in August 2024 for day four of the U.S. Open tennis championships.

Nearly a year later, Biel still hopes she made the right decision in letting Silas go despite the intense media presence.

“You really want to give your kids every experience,” she explained to the publication. “I don’t know if it was the right decision, to be honest with you, but he and I had a good time. … It’s scary every time. But it’s also their life. And so it’s this really tricky, tricky thing to figure out, what’s appropriate.”

Jessica Biel Shares How She Prepared Her Son for the Spotlight During Rare U.S. Open Appearance
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Timberlake, 44, and Biel have tried their best to keep their kids out of the spotlight. While both parents share glimpses of their children on special occasions like Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, stepping out for red carpets or major public events as a family are a rarity.

“It’s a tricky one, a tricky balance,” Biel said. “We do really try hard not to expose them in a way that they’re not comfortable with.”

On Mother’s Day, Timberlake paid tribute to his wife by sharing a photo of Biel playing with one of her sons. “Happy Mother’s Day to the superwoman who puts up with all the boys,” he wrote via his Instagram Story. “We love you so much mama.”

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As both Silas and Phineas get older, Biel admits she’s not sure what they will end up pursuing in their professional lives.

At the same time, Biel said Silas has already shown natural abilities of being able to succeed in the entertainment industry.

“If he was a kid actor, he’d probably work all the time,” she confessed. “And when you’re 18 years old, you want to be professional? Have at it. That’s your choice. That’s what I would like to hold on to, if possible, for him, you know?”

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This One-of-a-Kind Woven Leather Bag Is Part Aussie, Part Italian

With summer right around the corner, you deserve to treat yourself to a showstopping bag, perfect for your upcoming date night or cocktail party. Part quiet luxury and part rich mom, this woven leather bag is the classiest, most elegant statement bag we’ve seen in years.

It’s the new staple that you’ll stay excited about — indefinitely!

Designed in Australia and handmade in Italy, the bag looks and feels designer without the credit-crushing price tag; its durable pebbled leather material means it’s built to last. This bag functions as both a shoulder bag and a crossbody, thanks to its two included straps — a long adjustable one — that allow you to style it as you please (and wear it absolutely everywhere) and a shorter, chain strap.

The style is utterly chic, with woven leather panels, intricate stitching, gold hardware and a rectangular shape that contrasts beautifully with the square panels. Inside the bag is just as swoon-worthy, equipped with microsuede lining, a spacious main compartment and a small zip pocket for keys, cards and anything else you want to keep secure.

When it comes to styling, the sky’s the limit. We adore the everyday look of this bag with flowy palazzo pants, a white tee and slide sandals, but you can easily dress it up with a maxi dress and sparkly jewelry. If you really want to look European, try wearing it with a button-front linen top, trouser shorts and oversized sunnies. You’ll trendset everywhere you go, whether you’re attending a patio party, out dancing or at your favorite brunch spot!

There are six different colors to choose from and when we say you’ll want them all, we mean it. The ivory hue is perfect for spring and summer, but you can also snag black, khaki, red and more, depending on your style.

Reviewers can’t get enough of this bag, one urging shoppers to “do yourself a favour and pick up a Margot – any colour or finish your wardrobe beckons for.” Many are on their second Margot bag, so do with that what you will!

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Jenna Bush Hager and Savannah Guthrie Are Godmothers to Each Other's Kids

Jenna Bush Hager and Savannah Guthrie are close friends both on and off the small screen.

The besties celebrated the first day of their week-long Today With Jenna & Friends cohosting gig on Monday, May 19. Bush Hager, 43, and Guthrie, 53, reflected on their longtime friendship in a sweet video package, during which they opened up about being godmothers to each other’s kids.

“When Jenna asked me to be Hal’s godmother, I just felt so special,” Guthrie said in the clip. “I mean, it’s the greatest compliment a person could receive.” Bush Hager shares her daughters Mila, 12, and Poppy, 9, and son Hal, 5, with her husband, Henry Hager.

Guthrie later returned the heartfelt gesture by asking Bush Hager to be her daughter Vale’s godmother. The Today anchor shares Vale, 10, and her son Charley, 8, with her husband, Michael Feldman.

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“It made perfect sense that the person that I speak to faith most about would be in [Hal’s] life to help shape him in that way,” Bush Hager stated. “And then, when she asked me to be Vale’s godmother, it was really beautiful.”

For Guthrie, she wanted the act to signify the closeness between them. “I know she knows what it means to me,” she shared. “I also wanted to just say to Jenna, ‘You are one of my closest friends and I am handing you my heart,’ ‘cause my little girl is my heart.”

The pair’s connection began long before they joined Today, as Guthrie reported on Bush Hager’s Texas wedding for NBC News in 2008. In Monday’s video package, Guthrie said she and Bush Hager “clicked right away” when she joined the Today family in 2011. (Bush Hager first joined Today as a correspondent in 2009.)

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“There was something, sort of, in our DNA that spoke to each other,” Bush Hager explained of the pair’s bond. “And I felt like even though I was meeting her for the first time, I’d known her for many, many years.”

In addition to sharing similar senses of humor and living close to each other in New York City, having kids at around the same time helped their friendship grow deeper. Guthrie gave birth to Vale in 2014, one year before Bush Hager welcomed Poppy.

“We’ve literally raised our children together. They have, like, a sister relationship, almost,” Bush Hager said of her and Guthrie’s daughters. “And our kids went to the same school, so we would fill in for one another. If I was on a shoot, I would say, ‘Oh, my gosh. I’m running late. Can you pick up the kids from the bus?’”

Guthrie, for her part, added, “We came to really rely on each other. I think we both love that this friendship is now multi-generational and it’s well beyond us.”

Following the video package, Guthrie called Bush Hager her “favorite subject” to talk about, while Bush Hager said the “luckiest thing” about her job on Today was becoming friends with the anchor.

Bush Hager has hosted the fourth hour of Today with a lineup of celebrity guest hosts since Hoda Kotb exited the NBC morning show in January. Guthrie will continue to sit alongside Bush Hager through Friday, May 23.

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What to Know About Investigation Into Death of Influencer Emilie Kiser's Son

An investigation into the death of influencer Emilie Kiser’s son Trigg is ongoing.

The Chandler, Arizona, Police Department confirmed to Us Weekly on Sunday, May 18, that Trigg died at age 3. Days earlier, Trigg was pulled unconscious from the family’s backyard pool.

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

Emilie, who has amassed more than 1 million followers on Instagram and 3 million on TikTok, welcomed son Trigg in July 2021 with husband Brady Kiser.

“We are smitten with all his tiny features and love him so much🤎,” she captioned Instagram images of the newborn. The couple, who tied the knot in 2020, added son Teddy to their family in March.

Emilie’s followers have flooded her Instagram posts with condolences. “When one mama cries, we all cry. Emilie and Brady you are so loved 🪽,” one fan wrote via Instagram, while another added, “Love you Emilie and Brady! We’re all holding you 😢.”

Scroll down for everything to know about the investigation:

What to Know About the Investigation Into Death of Influencer Emilie Kiser's Son After His Drowning
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When Did the Incident Occur?

Trigg was found unconscious from the family’s backyard pool on the evening of May 12. Two days later, the Chandler Fire Department told local Arizona news outlet 12 News that a 3-year-old boy — later identified as Trigg — was in critical condition. Police officers reportedly arrived at the scene and began performing CPR before firefighters took over life-saving measures. He was subsequently flown to Phoenix Children’s Hospital for further treatment.

While Trigg was not initially identified, speculation began swirling online that the 3-year-old could be Kiser’s son after her followers noticed she had not posted on social media in days.

“Emily [sic] i hope you are okay. i feel sick!! 😭,” one user wrote in the comments section of her latest TikTok post, while another added, “Please be a bad rumor 😭 I’m sick.”

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Has Trigg’s Cause of Death Been Released?

A cause of death was not shared by the Chandler, Arizona, Police Department in the statement to Us.

What Has Emilie Kiser Said About the Investigation?

The influencer has yet to address her son’s death or the investigation.

For more vital, lifesaving information on pool safety, see Bode Miller’s tips and visit Coverstar’s website during Water Safety Awareness Month.

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Idol's John Foster Broke Down Singing Emotional Tribute to Late Friends

Before the final votes were tallied, American Idol runner-up John Foster used his voice to honor friends he lost.

The 18-year-old country singer first performed his original tune “Tell That Angel I Love Her” during the Easter Sunday special in April. Foster got emotional as he concluded his performance, saying, “I love you, Maggie,” into the microphone.

When host Ryan Seacrest asked about the inspiration behind the ballad, Foster shared more insight into its heartfelt meaning. “It was Maggie Dunn and Caroline Gill, [they] were two of my friends,” the teenager said. “We lost them December 31, 2022.”

Foster then pointed out Dunn’s mother, Erin Martin, in the audience, calling her one of “the strongest women I know.”

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Foster’s friends were killed in a police chase in their home state of Louisiana. According to local news outlet WAFB, an officer hit the girls’ car while speeding through an intersection in a chase with a stolen car. Dunn’s brother Liam was in the backseat of the vehicle and sustained serious injuries.

The officer resigned from the police department and pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter in March 2024. He was reportedly sentenced to 32 years in prison, with 22 years suspended.

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Idol fans saw Foster perform the emotional tribute once again during his hometown visit, which aired on the Sunday, May 18, season 23 finale. Returning to Addis, Louisiana, Foster stopped by his high school, where Martin — a teacher — spoke about her late daughter.

“Music allows us a way to communicate [things] that sometimes we’re not able to through words,” she said. “‘Tell That Angel I Love Her’ was a way that our family and an entire community was able to connect and heal. That is the power of music, and that’s your calling, JF. You have that power. … Know that she’s always watching and always proud.”

Foster went on to reveal that the song was written the day he learned of Dunn’s death. While back home, he visited the cemetery where she’s buried.

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“When I lost her, it was just like a whole part of me had been torn out,” he said. “Months before she passed, she wrote me a very inspirational letter. If it wouldn’t have been for her, I don’t know if I ever would’ve been in the position I am today.”

Foster performed his original song for his community — but he could barely make it through the song before breaking down in tears. He took one more opportunity to honor his late friends during the live finale on Sunday before Jamal Roberts was officially announced as the season 23 winner.

Reflecting on his Idol journey, Foster thanked viewers for their support. “Man, what a true blessing to share this Idol stage with so many incredible heroes, both new faces and legends,” he wrote via Instagram on Sunday. “I’m beyond thankful, and I can’t wait to keep making music for y’all as long as the good Lord lets me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart – times a million. 🙏❤.”

“Tell That Angel I Love Her” is available to stream now.

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How Michelle Williams Remembers Heath Ledger After His Death: Her Quotes

Michelle Williams is committed to keeping Heath Ledger’s legacy alive.

Williams and Ledger started dating in 2005 after meeting on the set of Brokeback Mountain. They welcomed Matilda in October of that year, before going their separate ways in October 2007. Ledger died in January 2008 at age 28 following an accidental drug overdose.

Shortly after the Dark Knight actor’s passing, the Dawson’s Creek alum and Matilda moved out of their Brooklyn home to rural upstate New York to avoid the excessive attention from paparazzi.

Williams eventually moved on, marrying musician Phil Elverum in July 2018. They split after one year.

Us Weekly confirmed in December 2019 that the Golden Globe winner was engaged to Hamilton director Thomas Kail and pregnant with the couple’s first child. In May 2020, Us confirmed the two were married in a secret ceremony, just one month before Williams gave birth to their son, Hart. Williams announced she was expecting her second child with Kail in May 2022, and details regarding the child have been kept under wraps. Williams and Kail welcomed their third child — her fourth — via surrogate in April 2025.

Keep scrolling to read Williams’ quotes about Ledger over the years:

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Ledger lives on through his daughter, Matilda. “Every time I really miss him and wonder where he’s gone, I just look at her,” Williams told Vogue in September 2009. “I can talk about grief, because that’s mine, about single parenting, about trying to balance work and kids. But what I don’t have to talk about is what happened between Heath and me in our relationship. Brokeback Mountain was an unrepeatable moment in time, a very charmed time in my life. I was in love. I was in a movie I was proud to be a part of and with a beautiful, brand new baby. Everything was good in that moment.” 

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Williams reminisced on her last year with Ledger for Nightline in December 2010. “In a strange way, I miss that year, because all those possibilities that existed then are gone. It didn’t seem unlikely to me that he could walk through a door or could appear behind a bush,” she explained. “It was a year of very magical thinking, and, in some ways, I’m sad to be moving further and further away from it. … I’ve found meanings around the circumstance [of his death], but the actual event itself still doesn’t… I can’t find a meaning for it.”

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“It all becomes rather tricky [talking about Ledger] because I don’t want to say something without resonance, but then I don’t want to go too far,” the Great and Powerful Oz actress told the Daily Beast in January 2011 of why she hesitates to bring up her relationship with the Patriot actor. “I experienced a lot of loss after his death. I lost my city because of all the paparazzi descending upon us. I actually lost my journal during that time, oddly enough. I literally couldn’t hold onto anything. It felt as if things were literally slipping through my fingers. Things were just streaming away from me. I lost my sense of humor. I’m still looking for that.”

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The Blue Valentine star told Marie Claire in January 2011 that she will never be able to fill the void left by Ledger. “Obviously, for me and for [Matilda], there’s a hole in our life. Of course, the natural inclination is to want to fill it and make it disappear, but what I’ve come to recently is that it’s impossible,” she explained. “Nothing will fill in that hole, because what we want back, we can’t get, which is this person. I’m not going to rush anything and scamper around like a mad person and make myself crazy. I’m going to be respectful of the absence. I’m not trying to fill it up. It is what it is.”

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Williams had trouble coming to terms with the physical loss of Ledger after his death. “For a really long time, I couldn’t stop touching people’s faces. I was like, ‘Look at you. You move. You’re here.’ It all just seemed so fleeting and I wanted to hold onto it,” she told Vogue in September 2011. “Three years ago, it felt like we didn’t have anything and now, my life, our life, has a kind of repaired itself. [Ledger’s death has] changed how I see the world and how I interact on a daily basis. It’s changed the parent I am. It’s changed the friend I am. It’s changed the kind of work that I really want to do. It’s become the lens through which I see life — that it’s all impermanent.”

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Williams dedicated her January 2012 Golden Globe win for Best Actress in a Motion Picture (Musical or Comedy) to Matilda, who has been so strong in light of the hardships she has faced. “I consider myself a mother first and an actress second and so the person I most want to thank is my daughter, my little girl, whose bravery and exuberance is the example that I take with me in my work and in my life.”

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The My Week With Marilyn actress revealed to GQ in January 2012 that she would have liked to have more children with the Australian actor. “I really wanted, and I really expected or imagined, that Matilda would have siblings that were close to her age,” she said at the time. “And now that she’s 6, that isn’t even a possibility anymore. So something that was making me feel impatient, that’s even removed, For whatever reason, that’s not our luck, not our path. You know, as hard as certain things have been for me, it’s harder thinking about how things will be for her. I have a lot of things that she doesn’t and some of what I have, I can give to her: The memories that I have, the objects that I have, the physical reminders that I have, the stories.”

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Williams told Porter magazine in December 2016 that she’s a “believer in not fighting circumstances,” with one exception: “I would be able to totally go down that line of thinking were it not for Matilda not having her dad. You know, that’s just something that doesn’t … I mean, it just won’t ever be right.”

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Williams had hesitations about selling the home she shared with Matilda and the 10 Things I Hate About You star in 2014. “At that time, I was inconsolable, because I felt, ‘How will he be able to find us? This is where we lived and he won’t know where we are.’ And now, I can’t believe I thought that,” she admitted to WSJ Magazine in February 2017. “Maybe that’s what’s making me cry is I feel sad for the person who thought he won’t be able to locate [us].”

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“I never gave up on love,” Williams told Vanity Fair in July 2018, adding, “I always say to Matilda, ‘Your dad loved me before anybody thought I was talented, or pretty, or had nice clothes.’” 

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The Manchester by the Sea actress shared update about Matilda on April 4, 2019, what would have been Ledger’s 40th birthday. “So far, so good,” she gushed, noting that her teenage daughter hasn’t given her any trouble. “Every morning we wake up and I look to see if the transformation has happened and if it’s turned into the next level that I keep hearing about, but so far, we’re not there yet.”

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In a May 2022 interview with Variety, the Blue Valentine star revealed that support in raising daughter Matilda came from an unlikely place — Succession actor Jeremy Strong. 
“Jeremy was serious enough to hold the weight of a child’s broken heart and sensitive enough to understand how to approach her through play and games and silliness,” the Dawson’s Creek alum gushed about the actor.
Four years after meeting, Strong moved into Williams’ home to help her adjust to becoming a single parent and act as a stand-in male figure for her daughter's life following Ledger's death.
“[Matilda] didn’t grow up with her father, but she grew up with her Jeremy and we were changed by his ability to play as though his life depended upon it,” she told Variety. “We’ve watched him work harder than anyone and wait a long time for the people to recognize it. So when he became so celebrated, we all celebrated.”

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Williams appeared on the “Armchair Expert” podcast and got emotional while remembering Ledger.
“I feel obligated to say that I knew him a little bit when he was getting sober, and I don’t know that I’ve ever fallen in love with somebody so quickly,” she recalled. “[He was] so special, so special. Thank God there’s Matilda.”
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