25 days ago
A TikTok video posted by ciearratati, which has amassed close to 815,000 views and 3,364 comments, describes a woman's preference for high-maintenance friendships. She explained that she believes real friendships are supposed to involve that level of closeness. Ciearra said her friends' needs and concerns are never too much for her to handle, and she would much rather have close, familiar friendships than distant ones.
Ciearra began by saying that once she considers someone a friend, they're never too high-maintenance for her because she will make time for them if they need to talk or video chat. Even if she just met someone the day before and they want to see her again, she doesn't mind because, in her view, that's what friends are for.
She said, "No, you're not acting like I'm your boyfriend. No, it's not too high-maintenance. No, I don't feel like you're smothering me." Ciearra continued by explaining that this level of closeness is exactly what she wants in a friendship because she thrives on the connection she has with the people she considers friends.
She explained, "This is literally what I want. I literally want to do life with human beings." She went on to say that she doesn't consider a friendship one where you barely see each other throughout the year. Instead, she believes real friends should naturally see each other more often, and she said she actually looks forward to spending time with her friends.
Ciearra stated, "No, I don't want to see you every quarter of the year. I wanna see you way more than that, actually. Why are we doing quarterly meetings? What is this, a business or a friendship?" Ciearra believes many people view real friendships as "high-maintenance" because they are used to giving and accepting the bare minimum.
#want #friendship #close
Ciearra began by saying that once she considers someone a friend, they're never too high-maintenance for her because she will make time for them if they need to talk or video chat. Even if she just met someone the day before and they want to see her again, she doesn't mind because, in her view, that's what friends are for.
She said, "No, you're not acting like I'm your boyfriend. No, it's not too high-maintenance. No, I don't feel like you're smothering me." Ciearra continued by explaining that this level of closeness is exactly what she wants in a friendship because she thrives on the connection she has with the people she considers friends.
She explained, "This is literally what I want. I literally want to do life with human beings." She went on to say that she doesn't consider a friendship one where you barely see each other throughout the year. Instead, she believes real friends should naturally see each other more often, and she said she actually looks forward to spending time with her friends.
Ciearra stated, "No, I don't want to see you every quarter of the year. I wanna see you way more than that, actually. Why are we doing quarterly meetings? What is this, a business or a friendship?" Ciearra believes many people view real friendships as "high-maintenance" because they are used to giving and accepting the bare minimum.
#want #friendship #close
1 month ago
Imagine spending decades wondering about your biological parents, only to discover that your dad is an icon of the '70s rock era.
That's what happened to Michael Goessling, a St. Louis man who was adopted as an infant and recently learned that his biological father is a five-time Grammy winner and Doobie Brothers crooner, Michael McDonald.
Goessling had always known he was adopted and says he had a wonderful childhood with his parents, Paul and Kay. But questions about his biological family remained until a half-brother he never knew existed took a 23andMe DNA test and received a match identifying Goessling as his half-brother.
Goessling eventually met his birth mother on his 58th birthday and later spoke with his biological father by phone. When his father mentioned that he was a musician preparing for a tour stop in St. Louis, Goessling put the pieces together and asked, "Are you Michael McDonald?" McDonald's response: "Yeah, I'm afraid so."
After finding out, father and son met in person, with Goessling recalling that McDonald immediately greeted him with a hug. The reunion came with another surprise for McDonald: He also learned he was a grandfather.
#father #louis #parents #half
That's what happened to Michael Goessling, a St. Louis man who was adopted as an infant and recently learned that his biological father is a five-time Grammy winner and Doobie Brothers crooner, Michael McDonald.
Goessling had always known he was adopted and says he had a wonderful childhood with his parents, Paul and Kay. But questions about his biological family remained until a half-brother he never knew existed took a 23andMe DNA test and received a match identifying Goessling as his half-brother.
Goessling eventually met his birth mother on his 58th birthday and later spoke with his biological father by phone. When his father mentioned that he was a musician preparing for a tour stop in St. Louis, Goessling put the pieces together and asked, "Are you Michael McDonald?" McDonald's response: "Yeah, I'm afraid so."
After finding out, father and son met in person, with Goessling recalling that McDonald immediately greeted him with a hug. The reunion came with another surprise for McDonald: He also learned he was a grandfather.
#father #louis #parents #half
2 months ago
Legendary music and film fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie died Monday at the age of 87. His team confirmed his passing on his official Instagram page. The cause of death is still unconfirmed.
"It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr. Bob Mackie passed away today," the post announced. "He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a Fashion and Costume Designer, which is all he ever wanted to do. His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world."
Born in 1939 in Monterey Park, California, Mackie is best known for designing iconic costumes for musical stars like Cher, Elton John, Diana Ross and Barbra Streisand. He was raised throughout most of his youth by his maternal grandparents after his parents divorced when he was just two years old. He eventually began living with his father after he moved to Rosemead, California, where he attended Rosemead High School.
Mackie left Chouinard Art Institute early after he was hired to sketch for Frank Thompson at Paramount Studios. He spent part of the early 1960s working at the studio as an ****** istant designer under Ray Aghayan. He scored his first big break when Mitzi Gaynor hired him to create the costumes for her Las Vegas Revue. He continued to be a go-to collaborator for Gaynor over the years and raked in Emmys for his contributions to her 1976 and 1978 TV specials.
He became even more well-known in the Hollywood scene in the late 1960s and through the late 1970s for his work as the costume designer for "The Carol Burnett Show," which asked him to design upwards of 50 costumes a week. It was on the set of that iconic sketch variety series that Mackie met Cher. He went on to serve as the costume designer for "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour" and continued to design pieces for the star in the decades that followed.
#designer #cher #gaynor
"It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr. Bob Mackie passed away today," the post announced. "He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a Fashion and Costume Designer, which is all he ever wanted to do. His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world."
Born in 1939 in Monterey Park, California, Mackie is best known for designing iconic costumes for musical stars like Cher, Elton John, Diana Ross and Barbra Streisand. He was raised throughout most of his youth by his maternal grandparents after his parents divorced when he was just two years old. He eventually began living with his father after he moved to Rosemead, California, where he attended Rosemead High School.
Mackie left Chouinard Art Institute early after he was hired to sketch for Frank Thompson at Paramount Studios. He spent part of the early 1960s working at the studio as an ****** istant designer under Ray Aghayan. He scored his first big break when Mitzi Gaynor hired him to create the costumes for her Las Vegas Revue. He continued to be a go-to collaborator for Gaynor over the years and raked in Emmys for his contributions to her 1976 and 1978 TV specials.
He became even more well-known in the Hollywood scene in the late 1960s and through the late 1970s for his work as the costume designer for "The Carol Burnett Show," which asked him to design upwards of 50 costumes a week. It was on the set of that iconic sketch variety series that Mackie met Cher. He went on to serve as the costume designer for "The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour" and continued to design pieces for the star in the decades that followed.
#designer #cher #gaynor
2 months ago
Amal Clooney made a bold serpentine style statement in Venice on September 5.
The human rights lawyer wowed in a sheer snakeskin skirt with a bold center slit while taking a walk with George Clooney.
Amal and George are in Venice for the 2026 Venice Film Festival.
Amal Clooney took a walk on the sartorial wild side as she stepped out with husband George Clooney for a stroll on September 5. Following a string of glam red carpet appearances at the 2026 Venice Film Festival and romantic date night looks, the human rights lawyer stunned in a sheer snakeskin skirt while enjoying a more casual outing in the Italian city.
Amal Clooney and George Clooney are seen arriving ahead of the 2026 Venice International Film Festival on September 1, 2026 in Venice, Italy.
#festival #rights
The human rights lawyer wowed in a sheer snakeskin skirt with a bold center slit while taking a walk with George Clooney.
Amal and George are in Venice for the 2026 Venice Film Festival.
Amal Clooney took a walk on the sartorial wild side as she stepped out with husband George Clooney for a stroll on September 5. Following a string of glam red carpet appearances at the 2026 Venice Film Festival and romantic date night looks, the human rights lawyer stunned in a sheer snakeskin skirt while enjoying a more casual outing in the Italian city.
Amal Clooney and George Clooney are seen arriving ahead of the 2026 Venice International Film Festival on September 1, 2026 in Venice, Italy.
#festival #rights
2 months ago
Pop superstar Olivia Rodrigo continues to showcase her passion for edgy vintage fashion. Recently, the singer attended the "An Evening with Olivia Rodrigo" event at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles. Naturally, her stylish appearance captured everyone's attention. She cleverly repurposed an archival designer top into a thigh-skimming micro minidress. Ultimately, her unique outfit seamlessly blended spooky graphic elements with classic preppy aesthetic details.
For the special museum appearance on September 1, 2026, Olivia Rodrigo selected an iconic archival piece from ***** anese brand Undercover's Fall/Winter 2013 collection. Specifically, the vintage silk top showcases a soft peachy-orange shade with short sleeves. Furthermore, a contrasting black rounded collar and dark shoulder cap trims give the top a neat, structured silhouette. However, rather than pairing the top with pants or a skirt, Rodrigo wore the piece as a teeny tiny micro minidress.
The front of the dress features a detailed black ribcage and spine print running down the middle. Consequently, this bold skeleton graphic adds a rebellious, punk-rock twist to her sweet look. Moreover, celebrity stylists Chloe and Chenelle elevated the leggy silhouette by pairing the dress with semi-sheer black Wolford tights. The dark tights created a striking contrast against the bright orange silk fabric.
In addition, Rodrigo chose shiny black patent leather Stuart Weitzman "Babette" Mary Jane pumps ($495) for her footwear. The block-heel shoes featured delicate straps across her feet, injecting a dainty vintage charm into the edgy outfit. Furthermore, she kept her jewelry very subtle so the graphic vintage dress could remain the main focus.
Her beauty team complemented the look with effortless styling. Hairstylist Mary Kendall brushed her long dark locks into soft, glossy waves that fell over her shoulders. Meanwhile, makeup artist Karissa O'Hanlon gave her glowing skin, rosy flushed cheeks, and a glossy berry-pink lip. Overall, Rodrigo perfectly demonstrated her ability to turn a vintage top into an iconic micro-dress.
#olivia #black #dress
For the special museum appearance on September 1, 2026, Olivia Rodrigo selected an iconic archival piece from ***** anese brand Undercover's Fall/Winter 2013 collection. Specifically, the vintage silk top showcases a soft peachy-orange shade with short sleeves. Furthermore, a contrasting black rounded collar and dark shoulder cap trims give the top a neat, structured silhouette. However, rather than pairing the top with pants or a skirt, Rodrigo wore the piece as a teeny tiny micro minidress.
The front of the dress features a detailed black ribcage and spine print running down the middle. Consequently, this bold skeleton graphic adds a rebellious, punk-rock twist to her sweet look. Moreover, celebrity stylists Chloe and Chenelle elevated the leggy silhouette by pairing the dress with semi-sheer black Wolford tights. The dark tights created a striking contrast against the bright orange silk fabric.
In addition, Rodrigo chose shiny black patent leather Stuart Weitzman "Babette" Mary Jane pumps ($495) for her footwear. The block-heel shoes featured delicate straps across her feet, injecting a dainty vintage charm into the edgy outfit. Furthermore, she kept her jewelry very subtle so the graphic vintage dress could remain the main focus.
Her beauty team complemented the look with effortless styling. Hairstylist Mary Kendall brushed her long dark locks into soft, glossy waves that fell over her shoulders. Meanwhile, makeup artist Karissa O'Hanlon gave her glowing skin, rosy flushed cheeks, and a glossy berry-pink lip. Overall, Rodrigo perfectly demonstrated her ability to turn a vintage top into an iconic micro-dress.
#olivia #black #dress
2 months ago
Luke Evans is paying tribute to Tim Curry by sharing an emotional letter he sent to the late "Clue" actor just weeks before his death at age 80.
Evans made his Broadway debut as cross-dressing mad scientist Dr. Frank-N-Furter in "The Rocky Horror Show," for which he received a Tony Award nomination, earlier this year. Curry originated the role when the musical premiered in London in 1973, and later reprised it on the New York stage and in the 1975 film adaptation, "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," co-starring Susan Sarandon.
Shortly after Curry's death was announced Wednesday, Evans posted the text of his letter on Instagram, describing the actor as "a bright fierce flame" who was "an inspiration to me and so many more people."
Tim Curry originated the role of Dr. Frank-N-Furter in a London production of "The Rocky Horror Show" in 1973, and later reprised the role in the 1975 film adaptation, "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." Movie Poster Image Art via Getty Images
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Evans made his Broadway debut as cross-dressing mad scientist Dr. Frank-N-Furter in "The Rocky Horror Show," for which he received a Tony Award nomination, earlier this year. Curry originated the role when the musical premiered in London in 1973, and later reprised it on the New York stage and in the 1975 film adaptation, "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," co-starring Susan Sarandon.
Shortly after Curry's death was announced Wednesday, Evans posted the text of his letter on Instagram, describing the actor as "a bright fierce flame" who was "an inspiration to me and so many more people."
Tim Curry originated the role of Dr. Frank-N-Furter in a London production of "The Rocky Horror Show" in 1973, and later reprised the role in the 1975 film adaptation, "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." Movie Poster Image Art via Getty Images
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2 months ago
Tate McRae is putting her toned physique front and center in Calvin Klein's latest denim campaign. The 23-year-old singer and dancer stripped her look down to the essentials while posing for the brand's Fall 2026 "Feel the Fit" campaign, photographed by Carlijn Jacobs.
In one striking campaign shot, McRae reclines on a peach carpeted floor against a wall of mirrors. She wears a barely-there black bra with dark-wash Calvin Klein jeans. The low-slung denim sits beneath her belly ***** on, leaving her entire midriff exposed as she leans back against her reflection and poses barefoot.
McRae wore her long blonde hair loose and tousled around her shoulders, keeping the styling minimal and letting the denim and her abs command attention. Her makeup look features bronzed skin, rosy cheeks, and a glossy light pink lip.
The rest of the campaign features the "Sports Car" singer experimenting with several different ways to style Calvin Klein jeans. One image has McRae stretched across a black leather couch in a fitted cropped white T-shirt and roomy dark denim.
She goes barefoot once again, with warm lighting casting dramatic shadows across the frame. Another photo turns up the heat with McRae posing on her hands and knees in the same white baby tee. The denim dips dramatically at the back to reveal the Calvin Klein label.
#campaign #klein #singer #black
In one striking campaign shot, McRae reclines on a peach carpeted floor against a wall of mirrors. She wears a barely-there black bra with dark-wash Calvin Klein jeans. The low-slung denim sits beneath her belly ***** on, leaving her entire midriff exposed as she leans back against her reflection and poses barefoot.
McRae wore her long blonde hair loose and tousled around her shoulders, keeping the styling minimal and letting the denim and her abs command attention. Her makeup look features bronzed skin, rosy cheeks, and a glossy light pink lip.
The rest of the campaign features the "Sports Car" singer experimenting with several different ways to style Calvin Klein jeans. One image has McRae stretched across a black leather couch in a fitted cropped white T-shirt and roomy dark denim.
She goes barefoot once again, with warm lighting casting dramatic shadows across the frame. Another photo turns up the heat with McRae posing on her hands and knees in the same white baby tee. The denim dips dramatically at the back to reveal the Calvin Klein label.
#campaign #klein #singer #black
2 months ago
Kate Middleton could play a key role in determining whether Prince Harry and Meghan Markle can have a limited connection to the royal family during their reported UK return. The Sussexes are expected to remain private citizens, but a "private royals-plus" arrangement could allow them to attend family occasions. However, a royal source suggested the plan would require the approval of Prince William and Catherine, making the arrangement difficult to achieve.
Prince Harry's return to the royal fold is reportedly up to Kate Middleton and Prince William. Harry has, for the past few months, admitted that he wants to mend his relationship with his father, as well as his elder brother, William. However, William is said to be stubborn and does not want to fix his relationship with his younger brother.
The Sussexes are all set to relocate to the UK. The Princess of Wales is drawing a hard line on Harry's return. Multiple outlets have suggested that Harry and Markle will be living as private citizens in Britain. According to Entertainment Tonight, there will be no arrangement of a "half-in, half-out" role. For the unversed, they proposed this arrangement back in 2020. This would have meant they could continue representing the monarchy while also pursuing their independent ventures.
Amid this, a source told The Times, "William's relationship with Harry is in cold storage and is not coming out any time soon, let alone [the relationship between] the Princess of Wales and Meghan." According to the insider, these issues need to be resolved for the Sussexes to come fully back into the royal fold.
As per the source, they could potentially become "private royals plus." However, for that to happen, a mutual agreement would be needed. This arrangement would mean that they would be seen at family occasions and be more "private" than "working." However, for the arrangement to work, Middleton and William would have to agree to it, which sounds "implausible," according to the source.
#middleton
Prince Harry's return to the royal fold is reportedly up to Kate Middleton and Prince William. Harry has, for the past few months, admitted that he wants to mend his relationship with his father, as well as his elder brother, William. However, William is said to be stubborn and does not want to fix his relationship with his younger brother.
The Sussexes are all set to relocate to the UK. The Princess of Wales is drawing a hard line on Harry's return. Multiple outlets have suggested that Harry and Markle will be living as private citizens in Britain. According to Entertainment Tonight, there will be no arrangement of a "half-in, half-out" role. For the unversed, they proposed this arrangement back in 2020. This would have meant they could continue representing the monarchy while also pursuing their independent ventures.
Amid this, a source told The Times, "William's relationship with Harry is in cold storage and is not coming out any time soon, let alone [the relationship between] the Princess of Wales and Meghan." According to the insider, these issues need to be resolved for the Sussexes to come fully back into the royal fold.
As per the source, they could potentially become "private royals plus." However, for that to happen, a mutual agreement would be needed. This arrangement would mean that they would be seen at family occasions and be more "private" than "working." However, for the arrangement to work, Middleton and William would have to agree to it, which sounds "implausible," according to the source.
#middleton
2 months ago
Stars, they're just like us!
Andrew Garfield recently opened up about his "horrific" screen time notifications in a candid interview with Variety, published over the weekend.
Buzz: Meghan Markle Gives Herself An Honor No One Would Ever Want
"The Social Network" star told the outlet that he's "as addicted as anybody" to social media.
"My screen time notifications are horrific to me. It's like, I've given all of those hours to nothing," he said. "It's genuinely enraging because we don't have as much control over these impulses as we should, and it's been by design. It's pretty dark when you look at it."
#time #stars
Andrew Garfield recently opened up about his "horrific" screen time notifications in a candid interview with Variety, published over the weekend.
Buzz: Meghan Markle Gives Herself An Honor No One Would Ever Want
"The Social Network" star told the outlet that he's "as addicted as anybody" to social media.
"My screen time notifications are horrific to me. It's like, I've given all of those hours to nothing," he said. "It's genuinely enraging because we don't have as much control over these impulses as we should, and it's been by design. It's pretty dark when you look at it."
#time #stars
2 months ago
Even for someone whose fortune can buy private islands, mega-yachts, and some of the most expensive real estate in America, there are still a few doors that cannot be opened overnight.
Jeff Bezos is discovering that firsthand in one of Florida's most exclusive communities, where membership is earned through patience, relationships, and time rather than wealth alone.
While the Amazon founder and wife Lauren Sanchez have already planted roots in the ultra-wealthy enclave, one coveted invitation remains out of reach.
Spread Pictures / MEGA
For years, Jeff Bezos has been **** ociated with access. However, at Indian Creek Country Club, one of the most exclusive clubs in South Florida, even the world's third-richest person is being required to follow the same path as everyone else.
#jeff #amazon #lauren
Jeff Bezos is discovering that firsthand in one of Florida's most exclusive communities, where membership is earned through patience, relationships, and time rather than wealth alone.
While the Amazon founder and wife Lauren Sanchez have already planted roots in the ultra-wealthy enclave, one coveted invitation remains out of reach.
Spread Pictures / MEGA
For years, Jeff Bezos has been **** ociated with access. However, at Indian Creek Country Club, one of the most exclusive clubs in South Florida, even the world's third-richest person is being required to follow the same path as everyone else.
#jeff #amazon #lauren
3 months ago
New details surrounding the death of Hayden Panettiere are emerging as authorities continue to investigate what caused the actress' death at 36.
Panettiere's representative confirmed her death to USA TODAY on Sunday, Aug. 16.
"It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden," her father, Skip Panettiere said in a statement her rep shared. "She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her – and to the millions who watched her onscreen."
Panettiere, whose prolific career in TV and film began when she was a baby, got her big breakout role on NBC's "Heroes" after roles in "Remember the ****** ans," "Ally McBeal" and Disney's "Ice Princess," later starring as a country-pop singer in more than 100 episodes of "Nashville."
Here's everything we know about her death so far.
#death #hayden #ally
Panettiere's representative confirmed her death to USA TODAY on Sunday, Aug. 16.
"It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden," her father, Skip Panettiere said in a statement her rep shared. "She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her – and to the millions who watched her onscreen."
Panettiere, whose prolific career in TV and film began when she was a baby, got her big breakout role on NBC's "Heroes" after roles in "Remember the ****** ans," "Ally McBeal" and Disney's "Ice Princess," later starring as a country-pop singer in more than 100 episodes of "Nashville."
Here's everything we know about her death so far.
#death #hayden #ally
3 months ago
Da'Vine Joy Randolph is taking the company behind a $17,000-a-month Los Angeles rental to court, alleging that the luxury home came with problems ranging from pests and plumbing trouble to defective locks and inconsistent water pressure.
The actress leased the five-bedroom, six-bathroom property in September 2024, according to court documents detailed by TMZ. The 4,452-square-foot home was presented as being in good condition, Randolph alleges, but she says numerous problems emerged after she moved in.
Randolph also alleges that attempts to address those problems were insufficient.
Randolph, who won the 2024 Oscar for supporting actress for The Holdovers, is seeking unspecified damages in the rental dispute. She also wants reimbursement for expenses she says she incurred because of repairs and pest-control work at the property.
The lawsuit describes several categories of alleged problems. According to TMZ, Randolph says the property had water issues, plumbing conditions and inconsistent water pressure. She also alleges there were pest conditions requiring attention.
#randolph #problems #water #alleges
The actress leased the five-bedroom, six-bathroom property in September 2024, according to court documents detailed by TMZ. The 4,452-square-foot home was presented as being in good condition, Randolph alleges, but she says numerous problems emerged after she moved in.
Randolph also alleges that attempts to address those problems were insufficient.
Randolph, who won the 2024 Oscar for supporting actress for The Holdovers, is seeking unspecified damages in the rental dispute. She also wants reimbursement for expenses she says she incurred because of repairs and pest-control work at the property.
The lawsuit describes several categories of alleged problems. According to TMZ, Randolph says the property had water issues, plumbing conditions and inconsistent water pressure. She also alleges there were pest conditions requiring attention.
#randolph #problems #water #alleges
3 months ago
Iconic actress Julie Andrews' new book, set to hit shelves on August 11, encourages readers to find their voice through the story of one very special, and very musical, pup.
Julie and her daughter, author, editor, and producer Emma Walton Hamilton, have co-authored 35 books together, but this children's book is especially meaningful because it was inspired by a real, four-legged family member: a Miniature Poodle named Shy. The singing dog had been famous in their family long before her 'tail' made it onto the page, and the mother-daughter duo hopes that her stories—both real and fictional—inspire readers to celebrate their talents and strengths, whatever they may be.
Let's rewind: In the 1950s, when Julie was busy rehearsing for her starring role as Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady, a small Poodle puppy joined the family. Originally, the pup's registered name was "Whisper of Whey," but Andrews' aunt suggested the name 'Shy' to pay homage to both her sweet temperament and her original moniker.
When it came to musical rehearsals, though, the dog wasn't shy at all. Julie revealed, "Each time I sat down at the piano and began to do my scales, Shy would lift her little nose to the air and start to howl, as if she were singing along. I wondered at first if it was a comment on the quality of my singing!"
As days went by, however, Andrews learned she could guide her dog's howling up and down the scale. It wasn't long until the Miniature Poodle became desperate to sing along, which, as endearing as it was, made rehearsing for performances much more complicated than it needed to be.
#julie
Julie and her daughter, author, editor, and producer Emma Walton Hamilton, have co-authored 35 books together, but this children's book is especially meaningful because it was inspired by a real, four-legged family member: a Miniature Poodle named Shy. The singing dog had been famous in their family long before her 'tail' made it onto the page, and the mother-daughter duo hopes that her stories—both real and fictional—inspire readers to celebrate their talents and strengths, whatever they may be.
Let's rewind: In the 1950s, when Julie was busy rehearsing for her starring role as Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady, a small Poodle puppy joined the family. Originally, the pup's registered name was "Whisper of Whey," but Andrews' aunt suggested the name 'Shy' to pay homage to both her sweet temperament and her original moniker.
When it came to musical rehearsals, though, the dog wasn't shy at all. Julie revealed, "Each time I sat down at the piano and began to do my scales, Shy would lift her little nose to the air and start to howl, as if she were singing along. I wondered at first if it was a comment on the quality of my singing!"
As days went by, however, Andrews learned she could guide her dog's howling up and down the scale. It wasn't long until the Miniature Poodle became desperate to sing along, which, as endearing as it was, made rehearsing for performances much more complicated than it needed to be.
#julie
3 months ago
A man was arrested Sunday on suspicion of burglarizing one of billionaire Kim Kardashian's homes and stealing a car from the property, law enforcement sources told the Los Angeles Times, as an investigation remains ongoing.
Kim Kardashian's $60 million home was reportedly burglarized. (Photo by Aeon/GC Images)
Authorities responded to a call reporting an alleged burglary at Kardashian's home in Hidden Hills, a wealthy gated community in Los Angeles County, just before 4 p.m. local time, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy Tracy Koerner told the Los Angeles Times.
A man was seen loading items into a vehicle at the property, and NBC News reported he was seen driving a vehicle from the property in the area.
The man was arrested for burglary, and an investigation is ongoing, the Times reported.
#told
Kim Kardashian's $60 million home was reportedly burglarized. (Photo by Aeon/GC Images)
Authorities responded to a call reporting an alleged burglary at Kardashian's home in Hidden Hills, a wealthy gated community in Los Angeles County, just before 4 p.m. local time, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy Tracy Koerner told the Los Angeles Times.
A man was seen loading items into a vehicle at the property, and NBC News reported he was seen driving a vehicle from the property in the area.
The man was arrested for burglary, and an investigation is ongoing, the Times reported.
#told
3 months ago
Kim Kardashian gave fans an intimate glimpse inside her relationship with Lewis Hamilton, sharing a series of loved-up photographs of the couple as they enjoy time together during the Formula One summer break.
The SKIMS founder, 45, included several photographs of Lewis, 41, in an Instagram round-up of her recent weeks, with the famously private couple appearing more comfortable than ever in front of the camera.
In one sweet mirror selfie, Kim and Lewis coordinated in relaxed brown loungewear as the seven-time Formula One world champion wrapped his arms around his girlfriend from behind.
Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton share some private shots on social media (Instagram)
Kim wore an oversized hooded tracksuit while Lewis, who stood protectively behind her, rested his head against hers for the cosy shot.
#couple
The SKIMS founder, 45, included several photographs of Lewis, 41, in an Instagram round-up of her recent weeks, with the famously private couple appearing more comfortable than ever in front of the camera.
In one sweet mirror selfie, Kim and Lewis coordinated in relaxed brown loungewear as the seven-time Formula One world champion wrapped his arms around his girlfriend from behind.
Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton share some private shots on social media (Instagram)
Kim wore an oversized hooded tracksuit while Lewis, who stood protectively behind her, rested his head against hers for the cosy shot.
#couple
3 months ago
Bill Murray has been spotted flipping the script on the typical Hollywood hot spot.
The legendary funnyman was caught on camera grabbing a burger at one of Los Angeles' most iconic In-N-Out Burger locations right next to Los Angeles International Airport recently, sending social media into a frenzy after the clip was shared online.
In a short video posted on X on Sunday by OYourNameHereO, the 75-year-old actor is seen casually talking on his cell phone and sitting across from a young man inside the crowded fast food chain.
The narrator filming the run-in couldn't quite wrap his head around the sighting, whispering: "I ain't gonna lie, I swear I know this dude from somewhere…I think he famous or something."
Actor Bill Murray watches the Connecticut Huskies play against the Illinois Fighting Illini in the Final Four of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Saturday, April 4, 2026. NCAA Photos via Getty Images
#bill #burger #hollywood #international
The legendary funnyman was caught on camera grabbing a burger at one of Los Angeles' most iconic In-N-Out Burger locations right next to Los Angeles International Airport recently, sending social media into a frenzy after the clip was shared online.
In a short video posted on X on Sunday by OYourNameHereO, the 75-year-old actor is seen casually talking on his cell phone and sitting across from a young man inside the crowded fast food chain.
The narrator filming the run-in couldn't quite wrap his head around the sighting, whispering: "I ain't gonna lie, I swear I know this dude from somewhere…I think he famous or something."
Actor Bill Murray watches the Connecticut Huskies play against the Illinois Fighting Illini in the Final Four of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Saturday, April 4, 2026. NCAA Photos via Getty Images
#bill #burger #hollywood #international
3 months ago
Terry Crews and Rebecca King-Crews celebrated 37 years of marriage on July 29
The couple marked their wedding anniversary on Instagram with a humorous post highlighting the longevity of their relationship
Terry and Rebecca share five grown children
Terry Crews and Rebecca King-Crews are beating the odds.
The couple humorously marked their 37th wedding anniversary in a joint post on Instagram on Wednesday, July 29, by showing that skeptics were very wrong about how long their relationship would last.
#terry #rebecca #king #anniversary
The couple marked their wedding anniversary on Instagram with a humorous post highlighting the longevity of their relationship
Terry and Rebecca share five grown children
Terry Crews and Rebecca King-Crews are beating the odds.
The couple humorously marked their 37th wedding anniversary in a joint post on Instagram on Wednesday, July 29, by showing that skeptics were very wrong about how long their relationship would last.
#terry #rebecca #king #anniversary
3 months ago
Kanye West has settled with his former personal ***** istant in a lawsuit that accused the rapper of ***** ual harassment, ***** ual ***** ault and wrongful termination, according to TMZ.
Attorneys for Lauren Pisciotta filed court documents in Los Angeles Superior Court on Tuesday stating that the two sides reached an "unconditional" settlement on July 23, according to TMZ. A request to dismiss the case is expected to be filed within 45 days of that date. Terms of the agreement were not made public.
Representatives for West, who legally changed his name to Ye, did not immediately respond to a request for comment, according to TMZ.
The filing appears to bring an end to one of the most closely watched civil cases involving the rapper. Attorneys for both sides told Judge Nicholas F. Daum on June 29 that they had settled in principle following a mediation session held earlier that month, according to Complex, which reviewed the court record. An upcoming hearing was taken off the calendar to give the parties time to finalize the deal, with the case scheduled to return to court in late September if further proceedings were needed.
Pisciotta, who worked as West's personal ***** istant from 2021 to 2022, first sued in 2024, alleging ***** ual harassment, breach of contract and wrongful termination. She said she was promoted to chief of staff of West's companies at an annual salary of $4 million before she was fired in October 2022, and that she never received a $3 million severance payment she had been offered, according to Complex.
#sexual
Attorneys for Lauren Pisciotta filed court documents in Los Angeles Superior Court on Tuesday stating that the two sides reached an "unconditional" settlement on July 23, according to TMZ. A request to dismiss the case is expected to be filed within 45 days of that date. Terms of the agreement were not made public.
Representatives for West, who legally changed his name to Ye, did not immediately respond to a request for comment, according to TMZ.
The filing appears to bring an end to one of the most closely watched civil cases involving the rapper. Attorneys for both sides told Judge Nicholas F. Daum on June 29 that they had settled in principle following a mediation session held earlier that month, according to Complex, which reviewed the court record. An upcoming hearing was taken off the calendar to give the parties time to finalize the deal, with the case scheduled to return to court in late September if further proceedings were needed.
Pisciotta, who worked as West's personal ***** istant from 2021 to 2022, first sued in 2024, alleging ***** ual harassment, breach of contract and wrongful termination. She said she was promoted to chief of staff of West's companies at an annual salary of $4 million before she was fired in October 2022, and that she never received a $3 million severance payment she had been offered, according to Complex.
#sexual
3 months ago
Suri Cruise, the daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, has legally dropped her father's last name and chosen a surname that honors her mother instead, according to a Page Six report.
Rather than adopting Holmes as her last name, Suri opted for Noelle, her mother's middle name. While it's unclear when she officially changed her last name, Page Six reported that she registered to vote in Allegheny County, Pa., under the name Suri Noelle during her freshman year at Carnegie Mellon University in October 2024. She first made headlines in June 2024, when she graduated from New York City's LaGuardia High School and was listed as Suri Noelle in the ceremony pamphlet.
The reported name change comes after years of estrangement from Cruise. Following her parents' divorce in 2012, Suri moved from Los Angeles to New York City with Holmes, who was granted full custody, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The Mission: Impossible star was ordered to pay $400,000 annually in child support, plus medical, dental, education and insurance expenses, until Suri turned 18, the outlet reported.
Before moving to Pittsburgh, Pa., Suri, who has often been described as the spitting image of her mother, was frequently spotted out and about in New York City.
"We are committed to working together as parents to accomplish what is in our daughter Suri's best interests," read a joint statement from Holmes and Cruise following their divorce in 2012. "We want to keep matters affecting our family private and express our respect for each other's commitment to each of our respective beliefs and support each other's roles as parents."
#name #cruise #noelle
Rather than adopting Holmes as her last name, Suri opted for Noelle, her mother's middle name. While it's unclear when she officially changed her last name, Page Six reported that she registered to vote in Allegheny County, Pa., under the name Suri Noelle during her freshman year at Carnegie Mellon University in October 2024. She first made headlines in June 2024, when she graduated from New York City's LaGuardia High School and was listed as Suri Noelle in the ceremony pamphlet.
The reported name change comes after years of estrangement from Cruise. Following her parents' divorce in 2012, Suri moved from Los Angeles to New York City with Holmes, who was granted full custody, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The Mission: Impossible star was ordered to pay $400,000 annually in child support, plus medical, dental, education and insurance expenses, until Suri turned 18, the outlet reported.
Before moving to Pittsburgh, Pa., Suri, who has often been described as the spitting image of her mother, was frequently spotted out and about in New York City.
"We are committed to working together as parents to accomplish what is in our daughter Suri's best interests," read a joint statement from Holmes and Cruise following their divorce in 2012. "We want to keep matters affecting our family private and express our respect for each other's commitment to each of our respective beliefs and support each other's roles as parents."
#name #cruise #noelle
3 months ago
Mindy Kaling welcomed her first child, Katherine, in December 2017, her second, Spencer, in September 2020, and her third, Anne, in February 2024.
Kaling has never revealed the father of her children.
Kaling has always kept her pregnancies lowkey, and two of her children's births were total surprises to fans.
Actress, comedian, screenwriter, and producer Mindy Kaling is no stranger to juggling a packed schedule as a mother to three kids: Katherine, Spencer, and Anne.
"I have a lot of control over a lot of aspects of my life," she said in a 2018 interview with TODAY. "And this is one where I'm like, 'OK, it's out of my hands,' which is kind of a fun feeling."
#mindy #anne #actress
Kaling has never revealed the father of her children.
Kaling has always kept her pregnancies lowkey, and two of her children's births were total surprises to fans.
Actress, comedian, screenwriter, and producer Mindy Kaling is no stranger to juggling a packed schedule as a mother to three kids: Katherine, Spencer, and Anne.
"I have a lot of control over a lot of aspects of my life," she said in a 2018 interview with TODAY. "And this is one where I'm like, 'OK, it's out of my hands,' which is kind of a fun feeling."
#mindy #anne #actress
3 months ago
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's daughter Vivienne has filed a petition to legally drop "Pitt" from her last name
Court documents obtained by PEOPLE list the reason for the request as "personal"
Vivienne's petition follows similar legal name change requests from siblings Zahara and Maddox
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's daughter Vivienne is seeking to legally remove "Pitt" from her last name.
The 18-year-old has filed a petition in Los Angeles County Superior Court requesting that her legal name be changed from Vivienne Marcheline Jolie-Pitt to Vivienne Marcheline Jolie. The reason for the name change is listed as "personal," according to court documents obtained by PEOPLE.
#vivienne #brad
Court documents obtained by PEOPLE list the reason for the request as "personal"
Vivienne's petition follows similar legal name change requests from siblings Zahara and Maddox
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's daughter Vivienne is seeking to legally remove "Pitt" from her last name.
The 18-year-old has filed a petition in Los Angeles County Superior Court requesting that her legal name be changed from Vivienne Marcheline Jolie-Pitt to Vivienne Marcheline Jolie. The reason for the name change is listed as "personal," according to court documents obtained by PEOPLE.
#vivienne #brad
