Wedding season is upon Us. That means we’re pulling out our Sunday’s best to attend everything from engagement parties to bridal showers. Not sure what to wear to an upcoming wedding ceremony? Well, Khloe Kardashian delivered major wedding guest style inspo in a waist-cinching midi dress — and you can channel her look for less.
Like many A-listers, Kardashian flocked to Venice, Italy, to celebrate Jeff Bezos’ and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding. She walked arm-in-arm with her mother, Kris Jenner, through the Italian heat in a flattering all-black ensemble. We were instantly drawn to the slimming details on the Helsa Midi Dress she wore. After tracking down Kardashian’s $298 dress on Revolve, we were shocked to see that it was sold out in nearly every size. Thankfully, we spotted a near spot-on lookalike of the timeless dress on Amazon for less than $50.
The Btfbm Patchwork Midi Dress makes the ultimate wedding guest dress. It’s lightweight, chic and ultra-flattering. Like Kardashian’s frock, this affordable alternative has a sleeveless design and a drop-waist silhouette that instantly snatches the midsection.
The classic black shade is an ideal pick for a wide range of ceremony dress codes. Even better? Both dresses feature deep side pockets, perfect for stashing your lip gloss and cellphone when you’re on the dance floor. While Kardashian’s gown has silky poplin fabric, this lookalike features stretchy knit fabric on the top and woven fabric on the skirt. Speaking of the skirt, this lookalike channels another one of our favorite trends: bubble hems.
Amazon shoppers have dubbed this timeless midi “an exceptional choice.” One reviewer said they were stopped by onlookers admiring the dress at least five times. “This carefree one-piece number is perfect for party to picnic,” they wrote.
Another shopper who claimed they “ordered and returned around 25 dresses” claimed they “finally” found a winner with this number. “After searching for months, I finally found this one. It fits so nicely,” the reviewer shared before adding, “It even makes my flabby arms look nice because of the cut of the top.”
There’s nothing like the comfort of knowing you always have one piece that you can dress up or down in no time. Snag the waist-cinching midi dress that looks just like a style Kardashian recently wore.
See it! Get the Btfbm Drop Waist Dress for just $44 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.
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Just like sunscreen has sun protection factor (SPF), there’s clothing with ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) to shield skin from harmful rays. The best kinds create a barrier between both UVA and UVB rays, which are responsible for aging and wrinkling and sunburn and skin cancer, respectively. So, even if you use plenty of sunscreen, it’s not a bad idea to double up with protective clothing, especially on days when the sun is at its worst.
The good news is that there’s a fair number of options that are both protective, stylish and affordable. And although there are certainly pieces with long sleeves, there are just as many that don’t cover every inch of skin showing. Whether you have a vacation on the horizon or just want to be more sun conscious in general, these tops, bottoms and dresses stand in the way of UV rays.
18 Fashion Pieces That Protect Against UV Rays
Tops
1. Our Favorite: This long-sleeve button-down is easy enough to throw over your tank top or bathing suit for extra sun protection. It comes in 16 colors and has cool scrunched up side details.
2. Affordable Find: Swap out your usual T-shirt for one that has UPF 50+ protection. This basic short-sleeve top comes in a range of colors and patterns.
3. Cute Cardie: Even a walk in the morning can result in UV exposure, so grab this lightweight $20 cardigan to ensure you’re covered. We love the thumbhole sleeves!
4. Flowy Tank: You’ll be ready for an outdoor tennis match in this workout tank top that has an easy crewneck and stylish side slits. The four-way stretch ensures it moves with you!
5. Rash Guard, Skin Guard: Although this is a long-sleeve shirt, it was designed to be soft, breathable and lightweight so your skin is protected on long walks.
6. High-Low Top: This loose crewneck shirt has a high-low design, so it can easily be worn with leggings or biker shorts. It was designed to protect against UVA and UVB rays.
7. Our Favorite: With a cropped, flowy style, elastic waistband and side slits, these UV-blocking pants feel lightweight against the skin, making them ideal for throwing on with a range of tops.
8. Adventure-Ready: These hiking-style shorts are quick-drying, so even if you work up a sweat while enjoying the sun, you’ll stay comfortable. The zipped pockets are a helpful touch!
9. Secret Skort: No one will suspect that this UPF 50+ skirt is actually a skort with discreet shorts underneath. It can be worn for a round of golf or styled for lunch.
10. Swingy Style: Summer clothing is oftentimes flowy and airy, and that’s what you get with this high-waisted skort. It boasts a skirt-like panel in the front to make them more unique than what’s already in your closet.
11. Soft Skirt: This maxi skirt with side slits will quickly become a summer staple, as it has a flexible waistband and A-line design that’s flattering on everyone. It’s made of Modal fabric, which is known for being soft and breathable.
12. Mad for Pockets: Featuring two side pockets and two inner shorts pockets, this high-waisted athletic skirt ensures you can just throw it on and go.
13. Our Favorite: This under-$30 sleeveless dress hits just above the knee and features hidden pockets for an option you’ll want to wear day to day.
14. Casual Cover-Up: After taking a dip in the pool, throw on this long-sleeve cover-up that has a cute hood and lightweight feel.
15. Must-Have Maxi: You may already have a sleeveless maxi dress, but does it protect against UVA and UVB rays like this Columbia crewneck number? Wear it while running errands or dressed up for an early dinner.
16. Vacation Pick: Bring the tropical vibes in this Stella Parker dress that has prominent side slits.
17. Sporty Spice: A collared athletic dress with separate shorts isn’t only ultra-comfortable, but it’ll use its UPF 50+ magic to ensure you’re covered.
18. Handy Zip-Up: This zip-up cover-up dress will be your best friend this summer. Throw it on over a bathing suit or tank and shorts when the sun is at its highest.
Putting an outfit together when the weather is approaching triple digits isn’t exactly what we’d call fun. An easy solution is throwing on a breezy dress and calling it a day. Luckily, Amazon is filled with them, and we’ve taken it upon ourselves to narrow down the thousands of options to just the select best, starting as low as $18.
If you’re wondering why we’re confident in purchasing these 17 summer dresses, keep reading. Amazon has a Customers’ Most-Loved section filled with shopper-approved items that has tons of five-star ratings, and these lightweight frocks made the list. Whether you want something short and sweet or maxi and flowy, these finds received a stamp of approval from shoppers, just like you. But the best part of all is that none of the summer dresses on this list cost a cent over $35.
17 Customers’ Most-Loved Summer Dresses on Amazon
1. Our Favorite: With a sleeveless design and midi length, this versatile swing dress can be dressed up or down. It also comes in a dozen color options.
2. Easy Maxi: A short-sleeved maxi dress will treat you well, especially when it’s this one that comes in many colors and patterns. Plus, the side slit makes it a little more fun!
3. Gorgeous Gingham: A charming maxi dress with a gingham pattern and ruffled sleeves screams ‘summertime.’ And this one even has pockets.
4. Perky Pleats: Bring on the fun with a short pleated dress that has a spaghetti strap halter design. From lovely florals to easy neutrals, the options are seemingly endless.
5. Buttoned Beauty: Look equal parts casual and elevated with this popular buttoned-up dress that lets you roll up the sleeves as you see fit.
6. Basic Base: You’ll have plenty of fun styling this short A-line dress, as it provides a simple base to throw on a cardigan, jewelry, a hat and whatever other accessories speak to you.
7. Everyday Wear: For the days you just can’t decide what to wear, this Amazon Essentials knee-length dress has short sleeves, tiers and pockets so getting dressed doesn’t require a second thought.
8. Casual Tiers: This breezy crewneck dress is similar to the one above, however, this pick features a midi length for those who want a bit more coverage. It comes in nearly 30 colors, too.
9. Not Too Mini: Whether you wear this pocketed short-sleeved dress with sneakers and a tote for daily errands or heels and a clutch for a night out, you’ll feel confident knowing it’s a reliable choice.
10. Elevated Empire: Amazon Essentials does it again with a short-sleeved maxi dress that has a slight wrap design at the V neck. Instead of a T-shirt and shorts, throw this easy option on instead!
11. Girls’ Lunch-Approved: When you want to feel a little more elevated, this knee-length dress is here in a range of colors and patterns. The adjustable spaghetti straps are a major win, too.
12. Must-Have Wrap: This faux-wrap dress is super flattering, and the $21 price tag makes it a no-brainer to add to your cart. Amazon Essentials nailed it again with the knee length.
13. Loose Maxi: A vacation staple, this sleeveless maxi dress has an elastic waist for comfort, and the round neckline makes it a no-fuss option.
14. Striking Stripes: The epitome of effortlessly cool, this striped shirt dress buttons all the way down, so you could even wear it open for an unexpected style.
15. Ravishing Ruffles: For that baby shower on the calendar, this flared floral dress has vintage-like ruffled sleeves so it’s not just another dress hanging in your closet.
16. Two-Piece, One-Piece: It looks like you put a shirt and skirt together, but this solid top and patterned bottom dress is all one piece . . . so it looks like you put in a lot more effort than you did.
17. Flattering V-Neck: You have to appreciate a thick band around the waist that gives your body curves. We like the thick straps on this sleeveless maxi dress, too, because it means our everyday bra is just fine.
You may have noticed a distinct lack of science fiction options at the box office this summer unless you countJurassic World Rebirth.
But if you’re looking for something out of this world, you’re going to need some help finding suitable options for the July 4th holiday weekend.
That’s what the Watch With Us team is here to provide, and we’ve already put together our picks for the three must-watch sci-fi movies to stream on the Fourth of July weekend.
And all of our picks can easily be found on Netflix.
You wouldn’t expect a movie about humanity’s war with a giant race of alien bugs to be funny without slipping into farce, but director Paul Verhoeven‘s satirical touch added a lot of flavor to Robert A. Heinlein‘s Starship Troopers. Amusingly, a lot of the humor from the propaganda segments flew over the heads of contemporary reviewers, and it’s only been accepted as a cult classic in the years since its release.
Johnny Rico (Casper Van Dien), Carmen Ibanez (Denise Richards), Dizzy Flores (Dina Meyer) and Carl Jenkins (Neil Patrick Harris) are emblematic of humanity’s intergalactic hubris. They joined Earth’s military service straight out of school and they collectively felt invincible. That sensation evaporates after a shocking attack on Earth proves that the alien bugs can strike them from afar. When the human forces face the bugs directly, the odds are overwhelmingly against them.
Godzilla Minus One is a throwback Godzilla movie that lets the title creature be the antagonist of the movie instead of forcing him to be a hero. The story begins in the last days of World War II, as kamikaze pilot Kōichi Shikishima (Ryunosuke Kamiki) pretends to have engine trouble to get out of the suicide attack. That leads him to encounter Godzilla for the first time, and his cowardliness in that situation haunts him in the aftermath.
As Shikishima slowly rebuilds his life and begins caring for a young woman, Noriko Ōishi (Minami Hamabe), and the orphaned baby she saved, he once again encounters Godzilla. The creature is more powerful each time, and it may take a greater sacrifice from Shikishima to save Japan from Godzila’s wrath.
Despite appearances of several very familiar sci-fi tropes, Rebel Moon Part One: A Child of Fire is not a Star Wars movie. But it sure feels like writer and director Zack Snyder wanted to play in that universe. Sofia Boutella stars as Kora, a former soldier for the galactic Imperium who has hidden her identity and reinvented herself as a farmer on a distant moon called Veldt.
When the Imperium arrives with demands that would force the residents of Veldt to starve, Kora fights back against the oppressors. With only a short time before the Imperium returns with reinforcements, Kora recruits like-minded rebels Titus (Djimon Hounsou), Kai (Charlie Hunnam), Nemesis (Bae Doona), Tarak (Staz Nair) and more to help her defend Veldt. And despite Kora’s best efforts, even these warriors may not be able to turn the tide in her favor.
Rebel Moon Part One: A Child of Fire is streaming on Netflix.
In a lengthy post shared via Instagram on Friday, July 4, the actress, 52, spoke about her grief after news broke that the Australian actor had died following a private battle with cancer. He was 56.
“I’m heartbroken,” Milano wrote in the lengthy tribute. “Julian McMahon was magic. That smile. That laugh. That talent. That presence. He walked into a room and lit it up—not just with charisma, but with kindness. With mischief. With soulful understanding.”
Milano shared a series of images in the post, which included selfies of the pair as well as photos from their work together. Milano played Phoebe Halliwell in Charmed, while McMahon played her love interest Cole Turner throughout the series.
“We spent years together on Charmed — years of scenes, stories, and so many in-between moments. He made me feel safe as an actor. Seen as a woman. He challenged me, teased me, supported me. We were so different, and yet somehow we always understood each other,” she continued. “Julian was more than my TV husband. He was a dear friend. The kind who checks in. The kind who remembers. The kind who shares. The kind who tells you the truth, even when it’s uncomfortable — but always with love.”
Milano sent her condolences to McMahon’s family in the wake of the tragic news.
Julian McMahon and Alyssa Milano.(Photo Courtesy of Alyssa Milano/Instagram)
“My heart is with Kelly, with Madison, and with Iliana—his girls, his world. He adored them. You could feel it in every conversation, every story, every text. He was a family man above all, and he loved deeply,” Milano wrote.
Concluding the post, Milano added, “Losing him feels unreal. Too soon. Too unfair. Rest, my friend. I’ll carry your laugh with me. Forever Cole. Forever Julian.”
McMahon’s wife, Kelly McMahon, confirmed news of the actor’s passing via a statement to Deadline on Friday, July 4.
“With an open heart, I wish to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, died peacefully this week after a valiant effort to overcome cancer,” Kelly told the outlet via a statement. “Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible. We ask for support during this time to allow our family to grieve in privacy. And we wish for all of those to whom Julian brought joy, to continue to find joy in life. We are grateful for the memories.”
Celebrities are paying tribute to Nip/Tuck and Charmed star Julian McMahon after his death at age 56 following a private cancer battle.
Stars flocked to social media to share heartfelt tributes to the late actor after his wife announced the sad news of his passing via a statement made to Deadline on Friday, July 4.
“With an open heart, I wish to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, died peacefully this week after a valiant effort to overcome cancer,” Kelly told the outlet via a statement.
She added: “Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible. We ask for support during this time to allow our family to grieve in privacy. And we wish for all of those to whom Julian brought joy, to continue to find joy in life. We are grateful for the memories.”
The actor played Cole Turner in 47 episodes of Charmed from 2000 to 2005, and several of his former costars were among those mourning his loss.
“Sad day for our Charmed family!” Brian Krause, 56, wrote alongside a photo of McMahon shared via his Instagram. “Julian was one of the funniest, devilishly handsome and kind souls! Prayers to his family and close friends! He will surely be missed! ”
Sharing an illustrated artwork of McMahon depicted as an angel via her Instagram Story, Rose McGowan, 51, wrote, “Oh Julian, you force of brilliance, wild talent and humor. For you, your family and loving fans all over the world, I pray comfort.”
Julian McMahon.(Photo by Getty)
Meanwhile, Holly Marie Combs, 51, shared a montage of throwback moments of the pair together on Charmed as well as hanging out offset as she commemorated McMahon.
“One of a kind is an understatement. Your unyielding zest for life and crazy making sense of humor will be sorely missed,” she captioned the post. “The joy and laughter you were the direct cause of will always be remembered. I hope you find our lady friend and dance in those rose petals. ”
Alyssa Milano, who played McMahon’s onscreen love interest in the series described his death as “too soon” and “too unfair” in her lengthy tribute.
“I’m heartbroken,” Milano, 52, wrote. “Julian McMahon was magic. That smile. That laugh. That talent. That presence. He walked into a room and lit it up—not just with charisma, but with kindness. With mischief. With soulful understanding.”
As well as McMahon’s Charmed costars, the actor’s colleagues from other acting projects also publicly mourned the loss of the star.
Ioan Gruffudd, who worked alongside McMahon on the Fantastic Four movies, also paid tribute.
“This is terribly sad news about Julian,” Gruffudd, 51, wrote. “Even though we played each other’s nemeses, there was always so much lightness and laughter working together. Every encounter with him was a joy.”
He added, “It was an honor to be Dr. Richards to his Dr. Doom. My heart goes out to his wife and family. God speed Julian.”
“Oh my gosh, I’m completely shocked and saddened by it,” Carlson, 49, said in the footage. “I didn’t know he wasn’t well for a while.”
Nicolas Cage, who starred alongside McMahon in the recent film, The Surfer, paid tribute in a statement shared with Deadline.
“Such deeply saddening news. I spent six weeks working with Julian, and he was the most talented of actors,” Cage, 61, said in the statement. “Our scenes together on The Surfer were amongst my favorites I have ever participated in, and Julian is one of my favorite people. He was a kind and intelligent man. My love to his family.”
Kelly Clarkson has pulled the plug on her Las Vegas residency at the 11th hour, postponing the opening until a later date in order to protect her voice.
The “Since U Been Gone” singer, 43, made the announcement with a statement shared via her Instagram account on Friday, July 4.
“We have been working 24/7 to make Studio Sessions the most intimate and extraordinary experience with and for my incredible fans,” Clarkson explained in the statement. “I am beyond grateful that you always show up for me and I am devastated to have to postpone tonight and tomorrow’s opening at Caesars. The prep and rehearsals have taken a toll on my voice.”
The post continued: “I want the shows to be perfect for y’all and I need to protect myself from doing serious damage so I am taking this weekend and next week to rest up so that we can deliver what you all deserve. The show is truly incredible. The musicians and singers are outstanding, and I want us all to start out strong. I can’t wait to be back next weekend and show y’all what we’ve been working on.”
Clarkson was due to commence her “Kelly Clarkson: Studio Sessions – The Las Vegas Residency” at Caesars Palace on Friday, July 4. A total of 18 performances were scheduled until November 15.
The announcement drew mixed reactions from her social media followers, with some voicing concern for her health while others expressed their disappointment at the last-minute notice.
Kelly Clarkson.(Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
“When you ACTUALLY sing live, you are allowed this grace. Rest that incredible instrument ” wrote one follower, while another added, “Came from Texas to see you! Sending love – rest up and feel better soon! ”
Another wrote, “I’m a huge fan and flew here from Boston spending thousands on tickets and hotels to see your show tomorrow for my 40th birthday. I really want you to be healthy but cancelling this late has such a huge financial impact on your loyal fans ”
Echoing a similar sentiment, another follower commented, “I wish you would’ve done this sooner than 15 mins before doors opening. I hope you feel better.”
The Vegas residency was first announced back in February via a press release.
“I’m so excited to be back in Vegas!” Clarkson said via a statement at the time. “We’re bringing the studio to the stage this time with ‘Studio Sessions!’ See y’all there!”
Kelly Carlson, who played the onscreen love interest of Julian McMahon in Nip/Tuck, has shared an emotional video reacting to his death at age 56.
The actress, 49, told followers via a video posted via Instagram on Friday, July 4 that she was “shocked and saddened” to learn of her former costar’s death following a private battle with cancer.
“I just heard about the passing of Julian McMahon and I’ve gotten a lot of really nice messages on Instagram and I just checked ‘cause I was just told and I was trying to verify it, right? Because people can say stuff like that, but it looks to be true — and oh, my gosh, I’m completely shocked and saddened by it,” she said in the footage.
“I didn’t know he wasn’t well for a while. But I will say my heart goes out to Kelly, his wife, his daughter and Brooke Burns, his ex-wife, who they remain close friends and raise their daughter together and I think he has a sister…”
Carlson portrayed Kimber Henry on medical drama Nip/Tuck from 2003 to 2010, while McMahon played Christian Troy.
“It’s tough to process a little bit because he played my on-and-off husband for several years, [he] was a good friend and my acting partner,” Carlson added. “Anyways, Jules, thank you for a great seven years on Nip/Tuck together and we had so much fun.”
The actress went on to add that she didn’t blame any fans of the show and of McMahon for feeling equally upset about the news and noted she found solace in the fact he had enjoyed a good life.
The death of the actor, who was also known for his roles in Charmed, Fantastic Four and FBI: Most Wanted, was announced by his wife Kelly McMahon via a statement made to Deadline on Friday, July 4.
“With an open heart, I wish to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, died peacefully this week after a valiant effort to overcome cancer,” Kelly told Deadline in a statement. “Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible. We ask for support during this time to allow our family to grieve in privacy. And we wish for all of those to whom Julian brought joy, to continue to find joy in life. We are grateful for the memories.”
Taking to social media, the Duchess of Sussex shared an Instagram post on Friday, July 4 revealing why the date is such a special day for the couple.
“Our second date was the 4th of July 2016 and H brought me cupcakes to celebrate,” Meghan, 43, explained in the caption alongside a carousel of photos.
To mark the occasion, the Suits alum shared a rare candid photo of herself cozying up to Harry, 40, during the date. Also among the images were photos of cupcakes decorated in red, white and blue to suit the festivities.
“Now, all these years later, our two children are in on the tradition,” she added. Happy Independence Day! May your day be as sweet as these cupcakes ”
The pair began dating in 2016 after being introduced by mutual friends and announced their engagement in 2017.
Meghan officially confirmed their romance via a cover story for Vanity Fair that was published in September 2017.
“We’re a couple. We’re in love,” she told the magazine. “I’m sure there will be a time when we will have to come forward and present ourselves and have stories to tell, but I hope what people will understand is that this is our time. This is for us. It’s part of what makes it so special, that it’s just ours. But we’re happy. Personally, I love a great love story.”
In May 2018, the fairytale continued as Meghan and Harry tied the knot in an elaborate royal wedding at St George’s Chapel in Windsor, England.
It wasn’t long before they started a family, with the couple welcoming their first child, son Archie in May 2019. Their daughter Lilibet, named after Queen Elizabeth II’s nickname, arrived in June 2021.
Meghan and Harry made waves in 2020 when they stepped away from their duties as working royals and opted to move out of the U.K. and do things on their own terms.
While part of the Royal Family, Meghan shut down her social media accounts but resurrected her Instagram in recent months and has been sharing snippets from her personal life with her family.
Appearing on the “Aspire With Emma Grede” podcast in June, Meghan spoke about how empowering it has been for her to return.
“It doesn’t feel like a drag, it feels liberating,” Meghan said on the podcast. “I have to look again, what was my intention? I came back, started the account in January of this year.”
Meghan added that her Instagram return allowed her to “get my voice back” and share content on her own terms.
“Part of it is just being able to authentically share in real time the things that are happening that I think someone might be able to laugh with or enjoy or be inspired by,” she explained.
Most of Us mean to share our stories. We tell ourselves we’ll write them down someday, record a few family videos and pass along the details no one else knows. But life moves fast, and those stories slip away before we realize it. That’s the problem Autograph AI was built to solve.
Autograph AI is not another genealogy app or dusty scrapbook you’ll forget on a shelf. It’s designed to feel like a living, breathing portrait of who you are — capturing the big milestones, career moves, inside jokes and the small things that make you you.
Each week, you hop on a call with Walter, an AI interviewer who asks thoughtful questions about your childhood, relationships, lessons you wish you learned sooner and hopes you still hold on to. The conversations are saved in a secure vault, and over time, it becomes a digital model that speaks in your own voice and style, so your family can “hear” you even years from now.
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I’m a firm believer that clothing should be functional and stylish, and few silhouettes embody that ethos quite like the utility dress. The practical style is becoming super popular thanks to its versatility, durability and — most importantly, pockets. They are also ideal for summer, allowing you to go hands free (those pockets are big) without sacrificing style. Below, find 17 wow-worthy options that are worth the buy.
These utility dresses can be worn to the office, the beach and even at the playground with kids. It’s one of those fashion pieces that make life easier, so you know it’s a winner in my book. To add the versatile style to your closet, scroll down to these comfy and chic utility dress finds on Amazon, which start at just $20.
Stylish Summer Utility Dresses on Amazon
1. Denim Days: What’s more utilitarian than denim? This cute denim dress features multiple large pockets, so you can be hands-free while playing with your children.
2. Super Breathable: The mesh paneling on the back of this bubble-hem utility dress boosts ventilation to keep you cool through the dog days of summer.
3. Cool and Casual: Not a fan of form-fitting denim dresses? This babydoll option is more relaxed and fits more like your favorite T-shirt.
4. Fashion Forward: Utility, but make it high fashion. The functional full-body front zipper along with the cinched smocked bodice effortlessly enhance your figure.
5. Amazon’s Favorite: While many utility dresses can feel too structured and stiff, this flowing design proves that the style can still feel airy and carefree.
6. Add Some Shorts: For your more active days, we suggest this comfortable utility romper. You’ll always find this style in my vacation bag.
7. Summer Staple: This 100% cotton dress was made for the balmy days of summer. It is sure to keep you cool (and in style) when you wear it.
8. Girl’s Trip: Utility dresses don’t have to be casual. The gold hardware and adjustable belt quickly elevate this style. And yes, the four pockets are super functional!
9. Office Siren: People will know you mean business when you walk into work in this polished Peter Pan-collar utility dress.
10. Everyday Staple: For the days when you don’t want to wear athleisure, this soft and stretchy utility dress feels like pajamas — looks more put together.
11. Your New Favorite: The fact that this casual denim dress can be worn for any activity made it an immediate add to cart.
12. No-Brainer Purchase: For the days when you don’t know what to wear, you’ll be glad this utility maxi is in your closet. Pair it with white sneakers or sandals and you have a full outfit in seconds.
13. Love Your Curves: Curvy women can also join in on the utility trend thanks to this size-inclusive A-line design.
14. Beach Ready: After a scorching day spent by the ocean, slipping into this airy linen utility dress will feel blissful.
15. Crimson Cutie: It’s not often that you find a vibrant red utility dress. We love how this style adds a much-need pop of color to the trend.
16. Personality Pop: Neutrals? Don’t know ‘em! This utility dress comes in 13 eye-catching colors, ranging from fire-starter orange to lily pad.
The Bombshell actress is far from the only female star to speak frankly about age-gap relationships or flings. Cher has proudly acknowledged dating younger men (including Tom Cruise, Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora and Val Kilmer) throughout her life, while Kristin Cavallari insisted she “100 percent didn’t give a s***” about anyone criticizing her romance with a 24-year-old in 2024.
“[My now ex-boyfriend Mark Estes] is in a place where he’s ready for a relationship and so here we f***ing are. This man makes me really happy right now,” the former The Hills star told podcast listeners.
Keep scrolling for Theron and more female stars opening up about dating younger partners:
Charlize Theron
Charlize Theron in June 2025.Kayla Oaddams/WireImage
The Academy Award winner disclosed to Alex Cooper on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast in June 2025 that she’d recently had a one-night stand with a 26-year-old.
“I’ve probably had three one-night stands in my entire life,” Theron, then 49, confessed. “But I did just recently f*** a 26-year-old and it was really f***ing amazing. And I’ve never done that. I was like, ‘Oh, this is great. O.K.’”
Theron joked that whenever she does have a one-night stand, she always thinks, “I should have done this in my 20s.”
Holland Taylor
Sarah Paulson and Holland Taylor in October 2024.Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
American Horror Story actress Sarah Paulson is 32 years younger than her longtime partner. Taylor told Radio Andy in 2024 that she is conscious of the significant age difference, though their partnership has clearly stood the test of time. (Paulson and Taylor got together in 2015.)
“We do have a wonderful resonance,” Taylor told host Andy Cohen. “We are very interested in the same kinds of things, and yet, we share big differences. We have a big generational difference between us, which worries me for her sake, but what can I do?”
Taylor identified some ways her and Paulson’s age gap often works to their advantage.
“A lot of the things that she’s going through, that are very emotionally important to her right now, I went through 40 years ago, 30 years ago,” she said. “She brings [these things] up in my memory, and I think, ‘Oh, of course this is hard!’ Or, ‘Of course, that’s great! Of course, that’s important to her!’”
Sonja Morgan
Sonja Morgan in February 2025.Mark Gunter/Getty Images for Runway 7
The Real Housewives of New York City viewers will probably remember that Morgan dated real estate developer Benjamin Benallou when she was 49 and he was 23. Morgan told Enstarz in 2013 that she was dating Benallou because he was “nice [and] very elegant, worldly.”
“I don’t care [about being called a cougar],” she insisted at the time. “If you’re a smart guy and you can keep my attention [for] breakfast, lunch and dinner, that works for me.”
The couple later split, with Morgan promising in 2016 that she was done with younger men.
“I’m always dating, but I’m not dating the young guys [anymore],” Morgan told Life & Style in 2016. “I’m dating serious guys who I think I might have a future with.”
Luann de Lesseps
Countess Luann de Lesseps in June 2025.Michael Simon/Getty Images
Morgan’s RHONY costar revealed in 2024 that she was interested in younger men as she entered her 60s. Following high-profile divorces from first husband Alexandre de Lesseps and second husband Tom D’Agostino, she confirmed on Tamron Hall that her ideal guy was “age appropriate” with an established “career.”
As for what she considered “age appropriate,” The Countess clarified: “Age appropriate for me is … well I’ll tell you something: so, right now, all the 40-year-olds, the 30-40-year-olds, are up into my stuff, if I can say that. The 50-year-olds are like, ‘Oh damn, I’m 50. I need a 20-year-old.’ The 60-year-olds are a little challenged, you know what I mean, down in that department. And the 70-year-olds just want to have a good time all day long.”
“So it’s really from the 40’s…you know, late 30s, 40s, for me, is my sweet spot,” she added. “But listen, a young 50-year-old … but the problem with 50-year-olds is they usually want younger women because they have that ‘midlife crisis.’”
Carole Radziwill
Carole Radziwill and Adam Kenworthy in April 2016.Gilbert Carrasquillo/FilmMagic
One iconic RHONY storyline involved Radziwill getting involved with celebrity chef Adam Kenworthy, who previously dated Luann’s niece Nicole Nadeau. At the time Carole started seeing Adam, she was 52 and he was 29.
While The Countess may be supportive of age-gap romances these days, she vehemently disapproved of Carole dating Adam, accusing her castmate of dating someone “Sonja young” (as in, seeing someone 25 years younger, just as Morgan did with Benallou.)
Radziwill never paid de Luann’s criticism much attention and memorably quipped on air: “Lu lecturing me on dating younger men is like the Saudi government lecturing the world on feminism.”
Radziwill and Kenworthy split in 2017, though she exclusively told Us Weekly in February 2025 that she still felt dating is “better in your 50s” – especially if you hook up with younger guys.
“I don’t want to say to only date younger guys, but there’s something that [is different],” she joked.
Kristin Cavallari
Kristin Cavallari in June 2025 in New York City.XNY/Star Max/GC Images
The former Laguna Beach star is never afraid to clap back and she did just that when some criticised her for dating 24-year-old Mark Estes when she was 37.
“When they’re all up in arms that I’m dating a 24 year old. Andddd?” she wrote via TikTok in March 2024, before sarcastically lip syncing to the audio: “So what are you going to do about it? Are you going to arrest me? Are you going to give me a ticket?”
“If you guys listen to the podcast, you know, I thought 30-year-olds were too young for me,” she pointed out. “I understand what it looks like to the outside world, I really do. I get that.”
Cavallari swore that Estes was “not a typical 24-year-old,” before insisting she didn’t “give a f***” about what anyone else thought about her new relationship.
“My entire career has prepped me for this moment because when this news came out, it’s the first time in my entire life I 100% haven’t given a s*** what anybody thinks,” she said.
She added, “He’s in a place where he’s ready for a relationship and so here we f***ing are. This man makes me really happy right now. We’re just trying to have a little fun. Well, I mean, no it’s — it’s more than that. I don’t wanna downplay it, because I really do like this guy and I actually think what we have is very serious.”
Alexander “AE” Edwards and Cher in October 2024.Theo Wargo/Getty Images
The “Believe” singer confirmed in 2022 that she was dating music executive Alexander “A.E.” Edwards, who is 40 years her junior. The pair’s thoroughly modern romance apparently began when they exchanged flirty text messages. Cher clarified on The Jennifer Hudson Show in May 2024 that there was a logical reason why she was drawn to younger men.
“The reason I got with young men is because men my age or older — well, now they’re all dead — but before, they were always terrified to approach me,” she said. “And younger men — they were raised by women like me.”
Cher has had several other high-profile relationships with younger men, including reportedly dating Tom Cruise and the late Val Kilmer in the 1980s. Cher’s ex-boyfriend Rob Camilletti, then a bagel shop employee, was notoriously dubbed “The Bagel Boy” by the press in the late ‘80s because of their 18-year age difference.
After Cher and Camilletti split in 1989, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee insisted they were “still best friends” and hit back at the media for obsessing over her ex-boyfriend’s age.
“They were so mean with Robert – you know, ‘the bagel boy,’” she complained to Parade in 2010. “He’s totally worthwhile.”
Sam Taylor-Johnson
Sam Taylor-Johnson and Aaron Taylor-Johnson in June 2025.Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images
The Fifty Shades of Grey director was 42 when she auditioned 18-year-old Aaron to play John Lennon in her movie Nowhere Boy. The pair got together while filming the movie and announced their engagement at the Nowhere Boy premiere in October 2009. They wed in June 2012 and are now parents to two daughters: Wylda, born in 2010, and Romy, born in 2012.
Sam assured The Guardianin 2024 that her and Aaron’s 23-year-old age difference “never does” impact their marriage.
“It comes up on the outside perspective of people who don’t know us, because I guess people will always [judge], ” the filmmaker said. “We’re a bit of an anomaly, but it’s that thing: after 14 years you just think, surely by now it doesn’t really matter?”
Jada Pinkett Smith
August Alsina and Jada Pinkett Smith in June 2017 (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET)Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET
Singer August Alsina revealed in a 2020 interview that he met Jada, then 43, through his friend — and Pinkett Smith’s son — Jaden Smith when he was 22 and had a short-lived romance with her. The musician claimed that he’d even received her husband, Will Smith’s blessing to date the future Oscar winner’s wife.
The Smiths offered their side of the story on Red Table Talk in July 2020, where Pinkett Smith said she got involved with August during a period where she was “basically broken up” with Will. (Will and Jada later reconciled.)
“It all started with him just needing some help, me wanting to help his health, his mental state,” she said in a discussion with Will. “The outpouring for him from our family was initially about his health. We found all those different resources to help pull him through and, from there, [Will] and I were going through a very difficult time.”
She added, “I was in a lot of pain, and I was very broken. In the process of that relationship, I definitely realized that you can’t find happiness outside yourself. I just wanted to feel good, it had been so long since I felt good … and it was really a joy to just help heal somebody.”
During the Smiths’ very frank discussion, Pinkett Smith denied that Will ever gave his blessing for her to date August.
“The only person that can give permission in that circumstance is myself,” she pointed out. “But what August was probably trying to communicate because I could see how he could see it as permission because we were separated amicably, and I think he wanted to make it clear he’s not a home-wrecker because he’s not.”
Kris Jenner
Kris Jenner and Corey Gamble in May 2022.John Shearer/Getty Images
A few months after announcing her separation (and eventual divorce) from Caitlyn Jenner in October 2013, Kris started seeing Justin Bieber’s then-tour manager, Corey Gamble. The couple – who have a 25-year age gap – met at designer Riccardo Tisci‘s birthday celebrations in Ibiza in August 2024 and have been together ever since.
On a May 2024 episode of The Kardashians, Jenner remembered initially questioning why a much younger man would be interested in her.
“I used to say to Corey all the time when I first started dating him, like, ‘Why do you want to date somebody who is older than you?’” she told viewers. “I didn’t get the age gap, and then he taught me that age is just a number. It’s a f***ing big number, but it’s a number!”
Jenner admitted that she couldn’t rationalize her and Gamble’s “chemistry” even after a decade together, but she’d learned to simply embrace it.
“Listen, I can’t explain someone’s chemistry or why people fall in love but it’s been an amazing almost 10 years, and we have a great time,” she noted.
Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart in July 2016.Walter McBride/WireImage
The “Jenny From The Block” singer had an on-off relationship with her former backup dancer Casper Smart (who was 18 years younger) between 2011 and 2016. She was later linked to rapper Drake, with whom she had a 17-year age gap.
Appearing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2017, J.Lo seemed exasperated when she was asked why “people make a big deal” about her dating younger guys.
“O.K., first of all, stop,” Lopez playfully told host Ellen DeGeneres. “It’s not like you have to be younger, it’s not about that. I just meet people, and if I go out with them, I go out with them, and if I like them, I like them, and if I don‘t, I don’t. It’s just about the person. It’s about who they are. It has nothing to do with age.”
Lopez suggested that any fixation on the ages of her boyfriends could be perceived as sexist.
“If they’re older, they’re older. If they’re younger, they’re younger,” she insisted. “It doesn’t matter. It’s whether or not I’m attracted to them or not, attracted to their spirit, their soul, whatever their energy is.”
Demi Moore
Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore in June 2003.Bill Davila/FilmMagic
The Substance actress tied the knot with Ashton Kutcher in 2005 when she was 42 and he was 27. They were married for eight years prior to their highly-publicized split in 2013.
Moore later wrote in her 2019 memoir, Inside Out, that she underestimated how significant her and Kutcher’s 15-year age gap would become to their marriage.
“I was a 40-year-old who had a big life and Ashton’s adult life was just beginning,” she recalled. “I didn’t see all that because I was inside of it. I just felt like a 15-year-old girl hoping that somebody liked me.”
Moore later explained to Diane Sawyer that her relationship with Kutcher felt like an escape from being “responsible for so much of [her] life.” (She was previously married to musician Freddy Moore from 1981 to 1985 and actor Bruce Willis from 1987 to 2000.)
“All of a sudden, this window opened up where I was safe, I had money, [Ashton] loved my children,” she said.
When Sawyer asked why people were still “shocked” and “unnerved” by her 15-year age difference with Kutcher, Moore replied, “It’s so silly!”
When you have a bigger bust, swimsuit shopping requires a lot of box ticking. You need a style that can lift, shape, provide coverage and look cute. The good news? We’ve found plenty of options on Amazon that do just that — sans the constant adjusting!
Whether you have a beach trip on the calendar or want something to tan in the backyard, these 17 bust-friendly swimsuits are made to fit and flatter. With no-slip and no-spill designs, these one-pieces, bikinis, tankinis and swim dresses are sure to boost your confidence. Read: You can dive in or sit back and relax. Keep scrolling to discover our favorites that are all under $40.
17 Bust-Friendly Swimsuits on Amazon That Lift and Smooth
One-Pieces That Shape and Sculpt
1. Our Favorite: Not only will this sculpting one-piece keep everything in place, it has a slimming high-waisted design as well.
2. Sleek and Simple: Thanks to its wide double-shoulder strap, this one-shoulder swimsuit helps to reinforce the bust.
3. Seriously Slimming: On top of keeping a large chest secure, this slimming one-piece takes inches off the waist also.
4. Tummy-Taming: With a clever ruched design and built-in sarong, this figure-flattering one-piece conceals the curves.
5. Ravishing Ruffles: Give your swimsuit collection a feminine flare with this ruched V-neck style that’s designed to lift the bust.
10. Our Favorite: Made with adjustable shoulder straps, this built-in bra tankini can be customized to your level of comfort.
11. Sporty-Chic: Designed for larger chests, this twist front tankini has a stay-put fit and sporty-chic style.
12. Luxe Leopard Print: Give your summer style a little spice with this leopard print bikini that features a shape-enhancing ruffled tank.
13. Striped Stunner: Channel beachy, nautical vibes with this striped tankini style that has a chest-sculpting fit.
Swim Dresses That Float Over the Belly
14. Our Favorite: Thanks to the gold metal details, this rich mom-style swim dress looks way more expensive than it is.
15. Seriously Supportive: This crossover swim dress has an elegant look and shapes without feeling too tight.
16. Pretty Polka Dots: Proving coverage and style can go in one suit is this polka dot one-piece that has a crossover closure in the back for a secure fit.
17. Floral Fabulous: Shoppers are obsessed with this chic floral swim dress — now with over 4,000 bought in just the last month!
Nip/Tuck and Charmed star Julian McMahon has died. He was 56.
Julian’s wife, Kelly McMahon, confirmed his death on Friday, July 4, following a private battle with cancer.
“With an open heart, I wish to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, died peacefully this week after a valiant effort to overcome cancer,” Kelly told Deadline in a statement. “Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible. We ask for support during this time to allow our family to grieve in privacy. And we wish for all of those to whom Julian brought joy, to continue to find joy in life. We are grateful for the memories.”
McMahon was best known for playing Dr. Christian Troy on Ryan Murphy’s hit FX series Nip/Tuck from 2003 to 2010, a role which landed him a Golden Globe nomination. He also starred on shows like Charmed, FBI: Most Wanted, Marvel’s Runaways and appeared as Dr. Doom in two Fantastic Four movies: 2005’s Fantastic Four and 2007’s Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer.
He began his career as a model in the 1980s before cracking the acting industry with a main role on Australian soap opera, Home and Away. He appeared in 150 episodes from 1990 to 1991 before making the move to Hollywood.
McMahon met his first wife Dannii Minogue on set in 1991 and they tied the knot in 1994 and divorced 18 months later. His second marriage was to actress Brooke Burns from 1999 to 2001 and the former couple share a daughter, Madison Elizabeth McMahon, 25. He also had a brief romance with the late Shannen Dohertywhen they worked together on Charmed. McMahon married current wife, Kelly McMahon, in 2014.
Julian McMahon.(Photo by Marcus Ingram/Getty Images for The Surfer)
The actor was also known for being the only son of former Australian Prime Minister William McMahon, who held office from 1971 to 1972.
McMahon’s last public appearance was in March at the North American premiere of The Surfer, which was held in Austin, Texas, during the SXSW Conference.
He starred alongside Nicolas Cage in the film and the actors walked the red carpet and posed for photographs as they promoted the project at the event.
McMahon’s final Instagram post, shared in February, also promoted the film.
“Hey there everyone. Just letting you know we have a great movie coming out, directed by Lorcan Finnegan,” he wrote. “Its premiere is at SXSW, very exciting, and it’s in theaters May 2nd. It’s a psychological thriller, very unique, and very entertaining. I hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed making it. Cheers.”
Mika Boorem starred on the big screen in the early 2000s but now prefers to be behind the lens.
Boorem, now 37, got her start as a child star in the ‘90s with guest roles on Touched by an Angel and Ally McBeal. The actress didn’t stop there, as she later appeared in movies like The Education of Little Tree, Jack Frost and Mighty Joe Young. Boorem’s role as Michael Keaton’s daughter in the 1998 film earned her a YoungStar Award nomination for Best Actress in a Drama Film.
In the early 2000s, Boorem got supporting roles in The Patriot, Along Came a Spider and Hearts in Atlantis. She continued to find success as she landed a recurring role on Dawson’s Creek as Harley Hetson from 2002 to 2003.
Boorem became best known for her role in 2002’s Blue Crush, starring in the surf movie alongside Kate Bosworth. Two years later, Boorem joined the comedy Sleepover alongside Alexa PenaVega.
After her stint in teen blockbusters, Boorem transitioned to working on independent films such as 1 Out of 7 and Virgin Alexander, which both premiered in 2012. Three years later, she made her directorial debut with the movie Love Thy Neighbor.
Following her time on Love Thy Neighbor, Boorem continued to seek more projects behind the scenes. She directed the 2017 short film L.A. Player and 2021’s Hollywood.Con, which she also starred in.
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While Boorem made her last acting appearance in 2021, she has continued to work in the industry. She currently has her company Penni Productions that produces movies, TV shows and music videos.
“I’m an actress turned filmmaker. I strive to get stories to the screen that people can connect with. Film is a great art medium, it can be used to change the world,” Boorem said of her career transition in a July 2021 interview with Voyage LA. “Through film, we can experience a different time or place. Follow the story of someone entirely different [from] us but understand their wants and needs.”
Boorem added that it’s her goal to “make a film that leaves a huge impact on the world.”
In addition to film, Boorem spends her free time volunteering with multiple nonprofits. Last summer, Boorem attended Foster Love’s annual gala in July 2024.
“Celebrating ONE MILLION children served !! A wonderful milestone Foster Love,” she captioned an Instagram Reel. “Congratulations on all you’ve accomplished with supporting youth in the foster care system … and also for the wonderful support and platforms you’ve created for aged out youth.”
Boorem also enjoys her days traveling around the world from snowboarding in Vail to soaking up the sun in the Virgin Islands.
If you’ve ever tried to survive a full day walking in the city streets while wearing the wrong sneakers, you know the pain. That’s exactly why Katie Holmes’ go-to Ecco Biom 2.2 Sport Cross Trainers stand out. They’re built for hours of real walking — like, ‘New York City sidewalks walking.’ Plus, they won’t clash with your outfit. And right now, they’re marked down from $175 to $137 on Amazon.
Despite the “sport” label, the Ecco trainers more than just workout shoes. Think of them as your everyday, wear-with-anything, all-day-walking sneakers. They’re crafted from breathable textile and premium leather, so they don’t feel hot or stiff. What we love most? The low-key design works with leggings, jeans and casual dresses.
Its patented design, which lets your feet move more naturally, is what makes them so comfortable. Think: Less stomping and more smooth strides. Not to mention, the lightweight shoes come with practical extras like rubber inserts on the sole that provide a good grip on slick, wet pavement or subway steps.
Shoppers approve, too. One fan wrote, “Love these shoes! They are comfy, helped my hurting heel heal, as the sole provides a nice cushion and arch support. They also look nice in both sporty and more casual outfits.”
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If you’re after sneakers that can keep up with you all day, now is the time to grab the on-sale cross trainers. At $136 instead of $175, it’s a smart move!
Gia Giudice is asking President Donald Trump to help bring her dad home.
Her father, Joe Giudice, was deported back to Italy in 2019 after he served time in prison on federal fraud charges. He now lives in the Bahamas. But after seeing Trump, 79, pardon Todd and Julie Chrisley earlier this year, Gia, 24, reached out to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
“Let’s bring Joe Giudice, my father, home together,” she wrote via Instagram on Friday, July 4, alongside a video of herself writing a letter to the president.
“Hey, guys, my name is Gia Giudice,” she narrated in the video. “I’m the daughter of Joe Giudice and today I’m using my voice for something deeply personal. My dad was deported over four years ago. Since then, our family has lived in an emotional limbo. No matter how strong we try to be in the absence of a father, of a parent, it’s something that never stops hurting.”
“Growing up, my dad was present at every cheer competition, every dance recital, holiday,” she continued. “He was our provider. Our protector. And he still is, just now from thousands of miles away.”
Gia then pointed to the Chrisleys, who were serving time for fraud-related convictions until their release in May after their family lobbied Trump and his predecessor, Joe Biden, for a pardon.
“Watching the Chrisley family receive a second chance inspired me,” she said. “It showed me that people can be forgiven, that families could be restored and that sometimes the justice system has room for grace. That gave me hope. Hope that maybe my dad could come home too.”
A young Gia Giudice with parents Teresa and JoePhoto by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images
Gia echoed her dad, saying she wanted him to enjoy more moments, big and small, with his family.
“A pardon would mean more than just legal forgiveness. It would mean healing for my sisters, for my mom, for my family and for me,” Gia said. “We’ve missed birthdays, graduations, even the small moments that matter the most. This isn’t just about one man. It’s about a family who deserves to be whole again.”
She ended her video with a final plea for a second chance.
“I’m using my platform to speak not just as a public figure but as a daughter who deeply misses her dad,” she concluded. “We are not asking for sympathy. We are asking for a second chance. So, let’s bring Joe home together. President Donald J. Trump, I really hope you receive these character letters about my dad, Joe Giudice. Love you guys, bye.”
Madison LeCroy was over-the-moon to be pregnant with her second baby — but she didn’t anticipate how hard it would be to film Southern Charm at the same time.
“It was honestly, like, probably one of the worst things I’ve ever had to do,” Madison, 34, exclusively told Us Weekly of the Bravo shooting process while expecting.
She joked, “I don’t know if it was one, being dead sober or two, just being extremely heavy and very hot. I was dying.”
Madison — who announced at the Southern Charm season 10 reunion in March that she was pregnant with her and husband Brett Randle’s first child — confessed filming got “really bad” as she grew bigger and bigger. (Madison shares son Hudson, 12, with ex-husband Josh Hughes.)
Now that her daughter, Teddi, is here, Madison’s tune has changed. The hairstylist exclusively told Us that she gave birth to her little one on Sunday, June 29, when the baby was 34 weeks. The reality star also shared her birthing story via an Amazon Livestream video sponsored by Graco on Thursday, July 3.
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Madison said Teddi is “independent” and everyone’s “obsessed” with her just days after her arrival. Now that both mom and baby are home, Madison told Us that she’s been nesting — and not worrying about which of her Southern Charm castmates were in the loop about her news.
Venita Aspen, however, was on the VIP list and was notified before she gave birth.
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“I did have to tell Venita because I think she tracks my location, so I was like, ‘Oh, my God, if she sees me here, she’s gonna know,’” Madison recalled to Us. “So Venita knows, but I’m not sure if she told anybody else. But it’s only a matter of time.”
Madison, who joined the Bravo cast in 2019, joked that she was “more shocked” that “none of them have called me” recently, noting she’d been a little quiet on social media.
“They haven’t heard from me in the last three days. So, they’re in trouble,” she said with a laugh, teasing the cast should’ve guessed that’s why she hadn’t checked in.
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Over the years, Madison’s Southern Charm friendships have ebbed and flowed and although she’s close with her ex-boyfriend Austen Kroll, she told Us he’s not on her approved babysitting list.
When asked who in the cast is “least likely” to watch Teddi, Madison replied, “Whitney [Sudler-Smith] for sure.”
She then added, “I mean, I don’t [think] any of the guys really. The guys are not allowed, no.”
Another decision Madison has to make is whether Teddi will make her Southern Charm debut this season, or at all. Madison confessed she doesn’t “know yet” if the baby will appear on camera.
“Honestly, we’ll kind of see what she wants to do, but I don’t know if they can afford her,” she said with a laugh. “She’s [pricey].”
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Madison’s son, Hudson, has been featured on several episodes of the Bravo series as has her husband, whom she wed in November 2022, so only time will tell if Teddi joins the crew.
In the meantime, Madison is embracing the newborn phase and looking to “soak up” every minute.
Major League Baseball has placed starting pitcher Luis Ortiz on nondisciplinary paid leave as it investigates the first-year member of the Cleveland Guardians for possible involvement in gambling.
The investigation originated with gambling integrity firm IC360, which informed MLB in June of two pitches that Ortiz, 26, threw in two separate starts that triggered what it calls “unusual gambling activity,” according to ESPN.
Ortiz’s paid leave, negotiated between MLB and the MLB Players’ Association, is set to expire at the end of the upcoming All-Star break on Friday, July 18. It could be extended if the investigation goes beyond that date.
The Guardians scratched Ortiz from his scheduled start on the road Thursday, July 3, against the Chicago Cubs. Joey Cantillo got the nod instead as Ortiz returned to Cleveland.
Keep scrolling for everything you need to know about MLB’s gambling investigation into Ortiz.
Who Is Luis Ortiz?
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Ortiz is a right-handed starting pitcher for the Guardians. He’s in his fourth year in Major League Baseball after spending his first three seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates and coming over to the American League as part of a three-team offseason trade. He is coming off the best season of his young career so far but has struggled in 2025. Ortiz sports a 4.36 ERA with a league-high nine losses.
Why Is MLB Investigating Him?
IC360 flagged two pitches that Ortiz made 12 days apart. In both instances, his first pitch of the inning was a slider well outside the strike zone. Normally, this would not raise any eyebrows. But IC360 noticed increased activity on prop bets for each of those innings on his first pitch being a ball.
What Have Ortiz and the Guardians Said About the Investigation?
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Ortiz has yet to break his silence on the investigation as of Friday, July 4.
The Guardians’ president of baseball operations, Chris Antonetti, told the media that the club first learned of the investigation on Wednesday, July 2, and its immediate concern was finding someone to start in his place the following day.
“Our focus is we’ll let the investigative process play out,” he said. “To the extent Major League Baseball or anyone needs our support in that, we will obviously cooperate. But beyond that, there’s really not much we can do.”
Guardians manager Stephen Vogt said he didn’t know how to feel upon learning the news.
“There’s so much unknowns with this, but you know what? Every team goes through adversity, maybe different kinds, but this is a resilient group,” he said. “I’ve been through situations similar to this before in my career as a player, and what would I have wanted to hear? How would I want the manager to have reacted, and that’s what I’m trying to do.”
MLB also released a statement confirming the investigation but not revealing any more than that.
“Cleveland Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz has been placed on nondisciplinary paid leave through the end of the All-Star break due to an MLB investigation,” the statement read. “We will not comment further until the investigation has been completed.”
What Penalties Could Ortiz Face?
If MLB determines that Ortiz manipulated the outcome of his games — even just a pitch or two at a time — he could face significant repercussions and even a lifetime ban from Major League Baseball.
Since the Supreme Court declared a federal ban on sports betting to be unconstitutional in 2018, most states have legalized the hobby, and professional athletes have already been caught up in it.
In 2024, MLB banned San Diego Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano for life after determining he placed more than 400 bets on baseball, while four other players received one-year suspensions for placing bets on MLB games while in the minor leagues.
MLB fired umpire Pat Hoberg, one of the most accurate ball-strike callers in the game, after determining he shared a sports betting account with a friend who bet on baseball. Hoberg, 38, also allegedly deleted messages that were material to the investigation.
The Bear cast has had more success in their dating lives than their fictional counterparts.
The Hulu series, which premiered in June 2022, explores talented chef Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) as he returns to Chicago to run his older brother Mikey’s (Jon Bernthal) restaurant following his death. Season 1 focused on Carmy’s attempts to help keep the sandwich shop afloat while dealing with his own grief over his brother’s suicide.
“They got a lot of trauma on both sides. Like if even that [was explored] — I don’t think that window is open,” Edebiri exclusively told Us Weekly in January 2023. “But if it were, there would need to be like two seasons where it’s just them doing therapy individually before that would even be an option.”
Edebiri noted that the series didn’t initially plan to explore the coworkers as a couple, adding, “I think when we were making it, neither of us [me nor Jeremy Allen White] were thinking about that. It did feel really nice to get to do something that felt different. There aren’t that many platonic male [and] female relationships.”
White and Timlin, who started dating after several years of friendship, welcomed daughter Ezer in 2018 and tied the knot one year later. The twosome expanded their family again with daughter Dolores in 2020.
After three years of marriage, Timlin filed for divorce in May 2023. White sparked romance rumors with Ashley Moore three months later after they were seen packing on the PDA in Los Angeles but their connection quickly fizzled out. He was later spotted with singer Rosalía on multiple occasions.
In September 2024, White was photographed kissing costar Molly Gordan, who plays his love interest on The Bear.
The comedian, who brings Sydney to life, has chosen not to share much about her offscreen love life. Instead, she has used her social media platform to offer updates on her career.
Before playing Marcus, Boyce remained tight-lipped about his personal life and instead documented him time as a director and fashion designer for the band Odd Future. The alternative hip-hop music collective, which unofficially disbanded in 2016, also featured members such as Tyler, the Creator and Frank Ocean.
The Saturday Night Live alum, who plays Natalie, was previously linked to Fred Armisen in 2010. Elliott exchanged vows with TV writer Bill Kennedy in 2016 after several years of dating. They expanded their family with daughter Edith in 2020 and son William in June 2023.
Before taking on the role of Mikey, Bernthal tied the knot with trauma nurse Erin Angle in 2010. The couple share son Henry (born in 2011), son Billy (born in 2013) and daughter Adeline (born in 2015).
The professional chef, who plays Fak, married long-time girlfriend Tricia Spencer in 2014. They expanded their family with son MacArthur (born in 2016), daughters Rizzo (born in 2018) and Ozzy (born in 2020).
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