Mark Ruffalo is bringing some Hulk-sized energy to the midterm elections, making it clear he is ready to protect voting rights.
The "Avengers" star has long been outspoken on progressive causes, including voting issues and his support for Democratic candidates.
He has also repeatedly criticized Donald Trump, who appeared to be the target of his message about the midterm elections.
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Ruffalo did not hold back while speaking about the upcoming midterms, using his Marvel alter ego to make his point.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's latest appearance has sparked fresh relationship speculation. Body language expert Inbaal Honigman said the couple appeared out of sync during their first joint U.K. outing since returning. The Duke and ******* ss of Sussex were photographed holding hands while walking to a Cotswolds pub. However, their relaxed appearance contrasted with the expert's interpretation of their body language.
According to News24, body language expert Inbaal Honigman ******* yzed photos of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry arriving at The Falkland Arms in the Cotswolds. The images, first published by The Sun, marked the couple's first public appearance together since relocating to Britain.
"They appear out of sync with each other during their first public outing, which could point to a potential clash," Honigman claimed. She alleged the couple displayed "very different body language cues" throughout their walk. The expert pointed to several moments in the photographs. She claimed Harry often looked straight ahead while Meghan focused elsewhere. She also noted that Meghan appeared guarded with one hand across her body, while Harry walked with a more relaxed stride.
According to the report, Honigman also highlighted a moment when Harry touched his ear, describing it as a sign of discomfort. "Their mismatched body language communicates a period of disharmony within their household," she alleged. She further claimed Harry walking several paces behind Meghan as they approached the pub "could be another sign of potential friction."
However, people at the venue reportedly described a very different scene. The Sun quoted a pub insider who said the couple "just acted like locals" during lunch. Meghan reportedly ordered gluten-free beer-battered haddock and chips, while Harry chose a chicken, ham and leek pie.

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Alexis Bellino and John Janssen's marriage has become about more than just the two of them!
One year after their wedding, the couple is showing how their relationship has grown into a blended family, with their six children playing an important role in the life they are building together. From the wedding day to their first year as husband and wife, the focus has shifted toward creating one family.
Alexis Bellino and John Janssen married after a relationship that had already drawn attention because of his past with her former "Real Housewives of Orange County" co-star, Shannon Beador. But one year in, their story is taking a different shape, with their children and Janssen's role as a hands-on stepfather becoming a bigger part of their life together.
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A year after saying "I do," Bellino went back to the moment that started it all, and the memories that stood out were not just about her and John Janssen. The wedding brought their children into the celebration in a way that made the day feel like the beginning of a family chapter, not simply a marriage.

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In a first for the Kennedy Center Honors, the annual event will not take place at the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts this year. Instead, the 49th Kennedy Center Honors will be held at Capital One Arena in downtown Washington, DC, a venue with a significantly larger capacity of 20,000. Deadline reports that the ceremony will happen off-site on December 7, with the event's broadcasting partner to be announced later, according to a center spokesperson. The venue change isn't especially surprising. The center has been the subject of dispute for the past couple of years thanks to self-appointed chairman Donald Trump, who threatened to demolish the building unless his name was added to the exterior. His name was added in December 2025, and the addition has been consistently challenged in court for legal reasons. After a judge ruled that he couldn't just slap his name on the front of it, the waterfront center's main building was abruptly closed to the public because of purported structural damage and safety concerns that prompted renovations.
At the 2025 event, which was hosted by Trump, George Strait, KISS, Michael Crawford, Gloria Gaynor, and Sylvester Stallone were honored for their lifetime achievements in the arts. The CBS broadcast of the awards hit an all-time low in ratings, according to TheWrap. The honorees for this year's Kennedy Center Honors haven't been announced yet. Maybe Tom Cruise, who reportedly declined the honor last year due to scheduling conflicts, might get a second chance this time.

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The fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie, whose glittering creations have been worn by Cher, Dolly Parton, Tina Turner and Miley Cyrus, has died at age 87, according to his social accounts.
"It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr. Bob Mackie passed away today. 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," read a post on his Instagram account. "His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world."
Mackie became known for his glamorous designs after collaborating with Cher, dressing her on television and on tour. He also served as the costume designer for "The Carol Burnett Show," responsible for Burnett's entire wardrobe. Nicknamed the Sultan of Sequins, the Rajah of Rhinestones and the Guru of Glitter, Mackie's ostentatious, flattering looks became instantly recognizable over the course of his career. His popularity continued into the modern day, with his archive coveted by a new generation of stars.
For his stage and screen work, Mackie has been awarded nine Emmys, an induction into the Television Academy Hall of Fame and three Academy Award nominations. In 1999, he received a retrospective at the Museum at FIT. More recently, he won a Tony Award for the musical "The Cher Show" and a lifetime achievement award by the Council of Fashion Designers of America.
Fern Mallis, former executive director of CFDA and founder of New York Fashion Week, credited him with many of the red carpet trends we continue to see today.

#costume #show #academy #television

Jenna Dewan credits her 13-year-old daughter Everly for inspiring her to join Dancing with the Stars this season
Everly, a fan of the show, attended last year's finale with Dewan, possibly putting her on the show's radar
Dewan shares Everly with ex Channing Tatum and says her daughter is starting to appreciate her dance legacy
Jenna Dewan might not have been on this season of Dancing with the Stars if it wasn't for her daughter Everly.
The Step Up alum, 45, spoke with PEOPLE at the Dancing with the Stars Season 35 red carpet cast reveal and shared that her 13-year-old daughter Everly is one of the reasons she's doing the reality competition show this year. Dewan, who began her career as a backup dancer for Janet Jackson, revealed that this is the first time the show asked if she'd like to join.

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J.K. Rowling had the perfect response after a critic crossed the line on her Dolly Parton tribute. The Harry Potter author fired back at multiple X users who attacked her heartfelt message honoring the late country legend.
J.K. Rowling responded on X (formerly Twitter) after critics attacked her tribute to Dolly Parton. Rowling had praised the late country legend following her death at 80 from cancer.
She wrote, "Dolly Parton's Imagination Library was the best contribution to child literacy ever made by a celebrity." Rowling added, "Our paths crossed once, in the '90s, backstage at a talk show, and I was completely tongue-tied and starstruck." She concluded, "RIP Dolly. You were a complete, irreplaceable one-off."
Many X users criticized Rowling's tribute given Parton's advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community. Rowling's allegedly anti-trans views have made her a controversial figure in recent years. One critic responded to the tribute by writing, "It should have been you."
Rowling then shared that comment with her followers and fired back directly. She wrote, "Top tips for wishing death on people in public, b4byfirefly." She continued, "Blocking the target is useless if you've signposted your real name and university in your bio." The critic subsequently locked their account after Rowling's response gained traction.

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North West must feel like a beauty queen from a movie scene when she wears this gift.
The 13-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West revealed her favorite fashion item in her closet was a piece first owned by the King of Pop.
"I have a Michael Jackson jacket," North noted as her holy grail fashion item in a Dazed Magazine interview published Aug. 24. "It was a gift from my mom. "
The teen also revealed which pair of shoes that would be a part of her most valuable 'fit, calling out her Geobasket sneakers by designer Rick Owens, which can retail for up to $8,000 depending on the style.

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Melania Trump has never been one to make a public appearance without a reason, but a former White House insider claims there may be an even more surprising motivation behind her attendance.
Former White House deputy press secretary Sarah Matthews spoke to MeidasTouch's On Sunday with Jack Cocchiarella podcast to give insight about the Melania's mindset in her role as first lady. Matthews worked for Donald Trump's first administration and claimed that she "never met" Melania when she was "working on the campaign for a year and then at the White House for the last seven months of the first admin."
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It's not surprising to hear that Melania was checked out from her White House role, but Matthews also revealed an intriguing part of the first lady's relationship with Donald Trump.

#white #donald

PEORIA — Marlee Wren is the ultimate late-bloomer, a woman who built a comeback story from a childhood of pain and fear and heartbreak and has emerged as an elite social media influencer with a powerful following.
"I'm slowly becoming what I wanted to be when I was a little girl, and it's all because of my true and loyal supporters," said Wren, 26, a Peoria resident. "The ones who have seen me since Day One. The ones who root for me and have my back."
Wren has about more than 113,000 followers on TikTok (Maarjaay0), and her videos have earned 26 million likes. Her Instagram page (maarjaay_) has more than 44,000 followers and her Facebook page (maarmaar) has swollen to 74,000 followers.
Wren emerged from over 400 nominations in the 2026 Journal Star Content Creators contest and was a popular choice by readers who cast votes in an online ballot of 25 finalists. She was then chosen by a Journal Star panel for a place among the competition's eight winners.
"I came from nothing, I had a horrible, traumatizing childhood and I always would see beautiful influencers or content creators thinking I want to be just like them," Wren said. "I want to make content about my life, things I love, and have the world watch me and love me for doing it.

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Hayden Panettiere's former fiancé Wladimir Klitschko has honoured the late actress on what would have been her 37th birthday.
The Ukrainian heavyweight champion, who is the father of the late star's 11-year-old daughter Kaya, shared a photo of the Heroes actress on Instagram on Friday and wrote a heartfelt tribute to his ex.
"Instead of celebrating the way we had planned, today we celebrate her life, her spirit, and the love she brought into this world," he wrote.
"I want to thank all of Hayden's fans, friends, and everyone who has reached out for the incredible outpouring of love and support. At a time filled with so much sadness, your kindness has reminded me that there is still so much good in humanity."
The retired boxer then encouraged his followers to be kind to others and lead with love instead of hate.
"If you're reading this, I ask just one thing: even if only for a moment, think about LOVE. Reach out to a friend. Forgive someone. Be kind," he continued. "Love is a superpower. Use it."

#love #wrote #much #hayden

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's reported UK return drew a sharp five-word verdict: "I don't believe they can." The ******* ss of Sussex and the Duke were said to be moving back with Archie and Lilibet for an extended stay.
However, a PR expert claimed winning over Britain would be difficult. Meghan and Harry have not personally confirmed the reports. The BBC reportedly spoke to a Sussex spokesperson, who confirmed the move.
According to a News24 report, PR strategist Sharon Williams addressed the alleged return to the UK. The report said The Sun claimed the Sussexes would move by the end of August. It also said they would bring Archie, seven, and Lilibet, five.
When asked how they could improve their image, Williams answered, "I don't believe they can." She added, "Unless they stay right out of the public eye."
Meanwhile, Williams cited "too many false starts" as one reason for the cold forecast. She also pointed to what she called their "apparent abandonment" of the UK and duty. The founder of The Taurus Marketer said, "The British like loyalty."

#williams #sussex #don 't #believe

Tennis icons Venus and Serena Williams, just about 15 months apart in age, have been known as a famous duo since breaking into the professional athletic world as teenage phenoms in the 1990s. While each sister has amassed a list of accomplishments in women's singles tennis and faced one another many times from across the net, they have a long history as doubles partners as well, with 22 career ******* les under their belts as a duo. The two have been by each other's sides through many life chapters, from winning trophies to serving as maid of honor at each other's weddings — and they'll be side by side yet again on Monday evening at the Cincinnati Open, reuniting for doubles for the first time since 2022. Ahead of the match up, WWD/FN rounds up some of their on and off-court looks through the years. Venus Williams (R) poses for photographers with her sister Serena (L) following the final match at the Lipton Championships in Key Biscayne, Florida March 28 1999. Venus defeated Serena 6-1 4-6 6-4 to take the ******* le. Georges De Keerle In 1999, Venus was a Reebok partner while Serena was a Puma athlete, which was reflected through their looks at the time.
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Less than 24 hours before Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive at a South Carolina home, the actress was photographed boarding a flight out of Los Angeles with her on-again, off-again boyfriend, Brian Hickerson.
The following afternoon, emergency responders were dispatched after a 911 caller reported an apparent overdose and cardiac arrest involving the Heroes alum, according to audio obtained by People on Monday, August 17. She was ****** ounced dead at 2:32 p.m.
TMZ reported that Panettiere and Hickerson were seen at LAX on Saturday, August 15, before boarding a flight to Greenville, South Carolina. The outing marked her final public appearance before her death.
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The couple's relationship over the years has been contentious. They first began dating in 2018 before a series of breakups and reconciliations. Earlier this year, the Nashville actress wrote about their volatile relationship in her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning. She also detailed her struggles with addiction.

#hickerson #august #flight

Brad Pitt ended his sobriety after seven years and now drinks alcohol in moderation, in an Aug. 10 interview
The actor initially quit drinking in 2016 after his split from Angelina Jolie and entered a 12-step program
Pitt has been open about his sobriety journey over the years
Brad Pitt is no longer sober.
Speaking with Esquire for a profile published Monday, Aug. 10, the 62-year-old actor — who previously revealed he joined a 12-step program following his split from ex-wife Angelina Jolie — shared that he decided to end his sobriety from alcohol after seven years.

#sobriety #years #angelina

Usher shuts down rumors that he used a body double for a recent performance.
Fans began speculating that the "Yeah!" singer has been cloned following the release of footage of his Aug. 7 tour stop in New Jersey.
"AI ain't that advanced," Usher wrote on Instagram.
Reports of Usher's replication have been greatly exaggerated.
The "Yeah!" singer is the latest to be accused of using a clone to take his place for a public appearance, following his Aug. 7 tour stop at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The absurd rumor emerged after videos circulated of Usher's performance, with social media claimers claiming the singer looked a little different than usual. This soon snowballed into suggestions that a lookalike or "clone" had performed in his place.

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