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Prince William has reportedly been giving his eldest son, Prince George, something he did not have during his own childhood: a more stable and grounded upbringing.
The Prince of Wales and Kate Middleton are said to be determined to provide George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis with a healthy and secure childhood away from some of the pressures William experienced growing up in the Royal Family. The report comes as 13-year-old George prepares to embark on a new chapter of his education at Eton College.
Prince William and his wife, Kate Middleton, have reportedly been giving their eldest child, Prince George, a stable childhood, which the Prince of Wales allegedly never had. Joshua Rom, a royal commentator and expert, wrote in an article for The Royal Observer.
"As Prince George prepares to start his senior school journey at Eton College, much attention is going to shift onto the Wales children." According to the expert, "Prince George represents duty, stability and the future."
The royal commentator also expressed, "We are seeing him grow quickly, becoming more confident." The expert added, "Adventurous and involved with his parents as he does so."
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The Prince of Wales and Kate Middleton are said to be determined to provide George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis with a healthy and secure childhood away from some of the pressures William experienced growing up in the Royal Family. The report comes as 13-year-old George prepares to embark on a new chapter of his education at Eton College.
Prince William and his wife, Kate Middleton, have reportedly been giving their eldest child, Prince George, a stable childhood, which the Prince of Wales allegedly never had. Joshua Rom, a royal commentator and expert, wrote in an article for The Royal Observer.
"As Prince George prepares to start his senior school journey at Eton College, much attention is going to shift onto the Wales children." According to the expert, "Prince George represents duty, stability and the future."
The royal commentator also expressed, "We are seeing him grow quickly, becoming more confident." The expert added, "Adventurous and involved with his parents as he does so."
#childhood
3 hours ago
For Tallulah Willis, her wedding dress was more than a spectacular piece of couture. Every detail carried a personal connection, from the shape inspired by something her mother Demi Moore once wore to the Idaho setting where Tallulah spent part of her childhood.
Moore recently gave fans a glimpse behind the scenes, sharing intimate photographs from her daughter's final fitting and reflecting on the emotional moments leading up to the ceremony.
By the time Tallulah walked down the aisle, the Balenciaga gown had become a meeting point for family history, fashion and an extraordinary amount of craftsmanship.
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Moore offered a glimpse into the preparations for Tallulah Willis' wedding by sharing a carousel of photographs from the bride's final dress fitting on Instagram on Tuesday.
#dress #sharing
Moore recently gave fans a glimpse behind the scenes, sharing intimate photographs from her daughter's final fitting and reflecting on the emotional moments leading up to the ceremony.
By the time Tallulah walked down the aisle, the Balenciaga gown had become a meeting point for family history, fashion and an extraordinary amount of craftsmanship.
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Moore offered a glimpse into the preparations for Tallulah Willis' wedding by sharing a carousel of photographs from the bride's final dress fitting on Instagram on Tuesday.
#dress #sharing
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Dax Shepard recently opened up about an awkward childhood memory involving his mom and an outfit she occasionally wore in public. During a recent episode of Armchair Expert, he recalled his reaction to seeing his mother in a white tank top and the attention he feared it might attract. Shepard's story was part of a wider conversation about experiences growing up with single mothers.
Dax Shepard has recalled feeling uncomfortable when his mother wore a tank top during his childhood.
The actor discussed the experience while speaking with Taron Egerton on an episode of Armchair Expert, explaining that he became particularly uneasy when other men appeared to notice his mother in public. Shepard recalled accompanying his mother to places such as the grocery store when she occasionally wore a white tank top.
"My mom has big ***** ," the host said while describing the experience. He recalled, "My mom would occasionally wear a f***ing white tank top, and I just remember like, 'Oh f*** man. We're going to the grocery store. She's in the white tank top. There's gonna be like weird dudes that just start talking to her.'"
Shepard admitted that he strongly disliked those situations, saying, "I hated it." Egerton said he experienced similar emotions while growing up with his own mother. The Rocketman star described her as an "attractive woman" and said he remembered feeling angry and inadequate when he noticed other people paying attention to her.
#tank #occasionally #armchair
Dax Shepard has recalled feeling uncomfortable when his mother wore a tank top during his childhood.
The actor discussed the experience while speaking with Taron Egerton on an episode of Armchair Expert, explaining that he became particularly uneasy when other men appeared to notice his mother in public. Shepard recalled accompanying his mother to places such as the grocery store when she occasionally wore a white tank top.
"My mom has big ***** ," the host said while describing the experience. He recalled, "My mom would occasionally wear a f***ing white tank top, and I just remember like, 'Oh f*** man. We're going to the grocery store. She's in the white tank top. There's gonna be like weird dudes that just start talking to her.'"
Shepard admitted that he strongly disliked those situations, saying, "I hated it." Egerton said he experienced similar emotions while growing up with his own mother. The Rocketman star described her as an "attractive woman" and said he remembered feeling angry and inadequate when he noticed other people paying attention to her.
#tank #occasionally #armchair
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Dax Shepard, the actor and Armchair Expert podcast host, has revealed his lifelong attraction to muscular men. He discussed his relationship with fitness and the childhood experiences he believes played a role in this fascination while speaking with Taron Egerton on his podcast on August 10. "I f—— love men's bodies more than anything in the world," Shepard confessed.
The 51-year-old actor and comedian said his interest in muscular bodies started when he was young and was heavily influenced by the action stars he watched on screen. While expressing his fascination, he said, "I love muscle so much."
He then went back to his childhood and remembered watching Conan the Barbarian. This is the movie that helped make Arnold Schwarzenegger a major Hollywood star. "Well, for me, I'll explain it as like being born in '75, and it was like my first drive-in movie was Conan the Barbarian," Shepard said.
Referring to Sylvester Stallone, he added, "I was just like, wait a minute, a man can look like a gorilla, and then Stallone was at his height. It was like the birth of muscles."
For Shepard, his fascination with muscles eventually became connected to his childhood. "I grew up in a house with a violent stepdad beating everyone up," he revealed. He explained that seeing Schwarzenegger's powerful physique made him feel that being strong could protect him. "So, when I saw Conan, I was like, 'Oh, if I look like that, I got no problems for the rest of my life.' So that just, that was like, 'Yeah, … If I was Conan, I got no problems," Shepard said.
#like #stallone #actor
The 51-year-old actor and comedian said his interest in muscular bodies started when he was young and was heavily influenced by the action stars he watched on screen. While expressing his fascination, he said, "I love muscle so much."
He then went back to his childhood and remembered watching Conan the Barbarian. This is the movie that helped make Arnold Schwarzenegger a major Hollywood star. "Well, for me, I'll explain it as like being born in '75, and it was like my first drive-in movie was Conan the Barbarian," Shepard said.
Referring to Sylvester Stallone, he added, "I was just like, wait a minute, a man can look like a gorilla, and then Stallone was at his height. It was like the birth of muscles."
For Shepard, his fascination with muscles eventually became connected to his childhood. "I grew up in a house with a violent stepdad beating everyone up," he revealed. He explained that seeing Schwarzenegger's powerful physique made him feel that being strong could protect him. "So, when I saw Conan, I was like, 'Oh, if I look like that, I got no problems for the rest of my life.' So that just, that was like, 'Yeah, … If I was Conan, I got no problems," Shepard said.
#like #stallone #actor
20 hours ago
President Donald Trump has issued a new executive order calling for an overhaul of the childhood vaccine schedule that would reduce the number of vaccines kids receive, citing unsubstantiated claims. Critics are blasting the move, saying misinformation could mislead parents. NBC's Nikki Battiste reports and NBC medical contributor Dr. John Torres joins TODAY with ***** ysis.
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22 hours ago
I can still picture my prized holographic BOOK IT! pin, the one with pages that turned as you tilted it. It filled up with stars I earned through a full Baby-Sitters Club obsession and anything even remotely ghost-related, then kicked around various jewelry boxes and bins of ephemera for years. As a kid I proudly identified as a voracious reader, and the pin was the proof. The Pizza Hut pizza was simply a bonus.
Recently, I sat down to talk with Chrissy Teigen about her partnership with Pizza Hut's BOOK IT! program, and it quickly turned into a delightful nostalgia-fest. What doubly delighted me was how authentically excited she is about reading and about passing that love down to her kids. "The little exclamation point is like what excited me the most," she told me about her own childhood pin, and we were off.
There's real substance behind the nostalgia. Pizza Hut created BOOK IT! in 1984 with a simple mission, to turn "have to read" into "want to read" for kids everywhere, and it worked. It's now the longest-running corporate-supported reading program in the country, and by Pizza Hut's own count it has encouraged more than 70 million children to read since it launched, handing out an estimated 1.5 billion pizzas along the way.
Teigen, who turned 40 this year, has spent the past few years reconnecting with her childhood friends from Snohomish, Washington. The things that got them excited as kids are the same things they text each other about now, which is exactly why a reading program wrapped in 90s vibes and pizza was an immediate yes. As a senior millennial, I understood the impulse completely.
Her four kids read in four completely different ways, which any parent of more than one totally understands. Miles (8), her biggest reader, goes nonstop, plowing through Dog Man and the I Survived series in the car and on the way to camp because he loves facts more than almost anything. Luna (10), her oldest, is aging into book reports, summer reading lists, and the very specific social world of tween reading, where friends race through the same book so they can all watch the adaptation together. Then there are the littles. Esti (3) is deep in Madeline and The Very Impatient Caterpillar, which Teigen reads aloud in full character voices while the caterpillar keeps asking "am I a **** erfly yet?" and everyone shouts back, no. Wren (3), whom she affectionately calls "a much simpler man," wants Little Blue Truck and a "beep beep" on every page.
#reading #teigen #little #caterpillar
Recently, I sat down to talk with Chrissy Teigen about her partnership with Pizza Hut's BOOK IT! program, and it quickly turned into a delightful nostalgia-fest. What doubly delighted me was how authentically excited she is about reading and about passing that love down to her kids. "The little exclamation point is like what excited me the most," she told me about her own childhood pin, and we were off.
There's real substance behind the nostalgia. Pizza Hut created BOOK IT! in 1984 with a simple mission, to turn "have to read" into "want to read" for kids everywhere, and it worked. It's now the longest-running corporate-supported reading program in the country, and by Pizza Hut's own count it has encouraged more than 70 million children to read since it launched, handing out an estimated 1.5 billion pizzas along the way.
Teigen, who turned 40 this year, has spent the past few years reconnecting with her childhood friends from Snohomish, Washington. The things that got them excited as kids are the same things they text each other about now, which is exactly why a reading program wrapped in 90s vibes and pizza was an immediate yes. As a senior millennial, I understood the impulse completely.
Her four kids read in four completely different ways, which any parent of more than one totally understands. Miles (8), her biggest reader, goes nonstop, plowing through Dog Man and the I Survived series in the car and on the way to camp because he loves facts more than almost anything. Luna (10), her oldest, is aging into book reports, summer reading lists, and the very specific social world of tween reading, where friends race through the same book so they can all watch the adaptation together. Then there are the littles. Esti (3) is deep in Madeline and The Very Impatient Caterpillar, which Teigen reads aloud in full character voices while the caterpillar keeps asking "am I a **** erfly yet?" and everyone shouts back, no. Wren (3), whom she affectionately calls "a much simpler man," wants Little Blue Truck and a "beep beep" on every page.
#reading #teigen #little #caterpillar
1 day ago
Long before she was finishing opponents inside the cage, Magdalena "The Powerpuff Girl" Czaban was a shy little girl in Krakow, Poland, who simply needed a gentle nudge out of her shell. That nudge ultimately came in the form of sports, and it completely changed the entire trajectory of her life.
The 26-year-old rising star now stands at a flawless 4-0, with every single one of her professional victories coming by way of an early finish. On Friday, August 14, she makes her highly anticipated ONE Championship debut against American veteran Natalie Salcedo in an atomweight MMA showcase at ONE Fight Night 46 on Prime Video. The blockbuster event broadcasts live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Before she steps into the ring for the very first time, here is everything you need to know about the CTRL Fight standout — from her active childhood in southern Poland to the deeply personal battles that successfully shaped her into the martial artist she is today.
Czaban was born and raised in Krakow, a historic city in southern Poland renowned for its stunning architecture, vibrant arts, and rich culture. She grew up alongside her mother, father, and younger brother in a busy household where sitting still was never really an option.
As a child, Czaban was naturally reserved, and her parents recognized early on that structured physical activity might help draw her out of her profound shyness. What began as a well-meaning attempt to build her confidence blossomed into a family lifestyle built almost entirely around constant movement, adventure, and the great outdoors. Weekends and summers were rarely spent indoors.
#czaban #krakow #girl
The 26-year-old rising star now stands at a flawless 4-0, with every single one of her professional victories coming by way of an early finish. On Friday, August 14, she makes her highly anticipated ONE Championship debut against American veteran Natalie Salcedo in an atomweight MMA showcase at ONE Fight Night 46 on Prime Video. The blockbuster event broadcasts live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Before she steps into the ring for the very first time, here is everything you need to know about the CTRL Fight standout — from her active childhood in southern Poland to the deeply personal battles that successfully shaped her into the martial artist she is today.
Czaban was born and raised in Krakow, a historic city in southern Poland renowned for its stunning architecture, vibrant arts, and rich culture. She grew up alongside her mother, father, and younger brother in a busy household where sitting still was never really an option.
As a child, Czaban was naturally reserved, and her parents recognized early on that structured physical activity might help draw her out of her profound shyness. What began as a well-meaning attempt to build her confidence blossomed into a family lifestyle built almost entirely around constant movement, adventure, and the great outdoors. Weekends and summers were rarely spent indoors.
#czaban #krakow #girl
1 day ago
Curious about which of today's most celebrated stars were raised with an early advantage? From music icons to acclaimed actors, some of Hollywood's biggest talents began life in the lap of luxury, thanks to their family legacies. These are the famous faces who didn't just work their way up, but also had doors opened by privileged beginnings, giving them a head start long before they made headlines of their own.
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Known for his intense performances, Paul Giamatti grew up with a front-row seat to both academia and America's pastime, as his father, A. Bartlett Giamatti, spent a decade as Yale University's president before being elected the seventh Commissioner of Major League Baseball, per MLB.
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Jaden Smith didn't just inherit his talent as the son of superstar actors Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith — he also inherited their fame and fortune. Raised amid movie sets and red carpets, Jaden's access to the industry from childhood likely helped carve his path as both an actor and musician.
#giamatti #actors
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Known for his intense performances, Paul Giamatti grew up with a front-row seat to both academia and America's pastime, as his father, A. Bartlett Giamatti, spent a decade as Yale University's president before being elected the seventh Commissioner of Major League Baseball, per MLB.
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Jaden Smith didn't just inherit his talent as the son of superstar actors Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith — he also inherited their fame and fortune. Raised amid movie sets and red carpets, Jaden's access to the industry from childhood likely helped carve his path as both an actor and musician.
#giamatti #actors
1 day ago
Prince William and Kate Middleton have reportedly strengthened their charitable presence in the US after their Royal Foundation received a major boost from its American arm. Financial records show that the foundation received approximately $11.7 million from the American Friends of the Royal Foundation in 2025, placing its US funding well above the latest reported revenue of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's philanthropic organization.
According to RadarOnline, the American Friends of the Royal Foundation operates as a separately controlled organization based in Delaware. The organization supports the foundation's programs and initiatives, particularly projects with an international focus. The US contribution represented about 44% of the Royal Foundation's total reported income of approximately $26.5 million for 2025.
The Royal Foundation serves as the main charitable platform for Prince William and Kate Middleton's major initiatives. Middleton's Centre for Early Childhood continued its work in 2025, including the launch of its Shaping Us Framework, which focuses on the importance of early childhood development. William's Homewards initiative also reached a significant stage. The five-year project aims to demonstrate that homelessness can become "rare, brief and unrepeated" through coordinated efforts in communities across the UK.
The foundation has also supported United for Wildlife, William's initiative tackling the illegal wildlife trade. The charity reported funds stood at approximately $14.3 million at the end of December 2025 after it spent about $22.3 million on charitable activities, according to the figures cited in the reports. The year also included the fifth annual Together at Christmas service at Westminster Abbey, led by Middleton.
Meanwhile, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle started their own charity after they stepped down as senior working royals in 2020 and moved to the US. The charity, originally called the Archewell Foundation, became Archewell Philanthropies in 2025. It supports causes such as mental health, online safety, and the impact of artificial intelligence. Archewell Philanthropies reported around $2.6 million in revenue in 2024, down from about $5.7 million the year before.
#million #approximately
According to RadarOnline, the American Friends of the Royal Foundation operates as a separately controlled organization based in Delaware. The organization supports the foundation's programs and initiatives, particularly projects with an international focus. The US contribution represented about 44% of the Royal Foundation's total reported income of approximately $26.5 million for 2025.
The Royal Foundation serves as the main charitable platform for Prince William and Kate Middleton's major initiatives. Middleton's Centre for Early Childhood continued its work in 2025, including the launch of its Shaping Us Framework, which focuses on the importance of early childhood development. William's Homewards initiative also reached a significant stage. The five-year project aims to demonstrate that homelessness can become "rare, brief and unrepeated" through coordinated efforts in communities across the UK.
The foundation has also supported United for Wildlife, William's initiative tackling the illegal wildlife trade. The charity reported funds stood at approximately $14.3 million at the end of December 2025 after it spent about $22.3 million on charitable activities, according to the figures cited in the reports. The year also included the fifth annual Together at Christmas service at Westminster Abbey, led by Middleton.
Meanwhile, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle started their own charity after they stepped down as senior working royals in 2020 and moved to the US. The charity, originally called the Archewell Foundation, became Archewell Philanthropies in 2025. It supports causes such as mental health, online safety, and the impact of artificial intelligence. Archewell Philanthropies reported around $2.6 million in revenue in 2024, down from about $5.7 million the year before.
#million #approximately
2 days ago
Robert Irwin is calling out mainstream media for misrepresenting his family.
The conservationist, 22, spoke about navigating his life in the public eye in an interview with the Something to Talk About podcast released Saturday, in which he recalled a moment when paparazzi took pictures of him after the death of his beloved childhood pet chicken, Piggy.
Irwin said that when he was 16, he was getting off a flight when he learned that Piggy had died. The family had adopted the chicken after the death of his father, conservationist Steve Irwin.
"She was so much more than a chicken," he recalled. "She was 13, and I got the text that she passed away. I got off the plane and there was a bunch of cameras taking photos of me."
He continued: "I was absolutely cut up. I looked obviously very sad and then the reports come out: 'Oh, there's a family rift between Robert and his sister,' or 'Robert's mum is doing this.'"
#family #chicken #robert #talk
The conservationist, 22, spoke about navigating his life in the public eye in an interview with the Something to Talk About podcast released Saturday, in which he recalled a moment when paparazzi took pictures of him after the death of his beloved childhood pet chicken, Piggy.
Irwin said that when he was 16, he was getting off a flight when he learned that Piggy had died. The family had adopted the chicken after the death of his father, conservationist Steve Irwin.
"She was so much more than a chicken," he recalled. "She was 13, and I got the text that she passed away. I got off the plane and there was a bunch of cameras taking photos of me."
He continued: "I was absolutely cut up. I looked obviously very sad and then the reports come out: 'Oh, there's a family rift between Robert and his sister,' or 'Robert's mum is doing this.'"
#family #chicken #robert #talk
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Argentina football icon Lionel Messi bid farewell Sunday to his father Jorge, the global star's emotional anchor and agent since childhood who passed away following a battle with cancer aged 68.
The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner touched down on a private flight from Miami late on Saturday with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo and their children.
A private ceremony with close family and a few Argentina teammates took place at a cemetery in the town of Perez, adjacent to Rosario, later Sunday.
The gates of the town's El Prado cemetery displayed handwritten messages from fans -- "Stay strong, Leo, we love you" and "Stay strong, Messi family" -- alongside a large floral wreath.
Messi's teammates rallied around their captain following the announcement that Jorge Messi had passed away late Friday at a clinic in Rosario.
#following #private
The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner touched down on a private flight from Miami late on Saturday with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo and their children.
A private ceremony with close family and a few Argentina teammates took place at a cemetery in the town of Perez, adjacent to Rosario, later Sunday.
The gates of the town's El Prado cemetery displayed handwritten messages from fans -- "Stay strong, Leo, we love you" and "Stay strong, Messi family" -- alongside a large floral wreath.
Messi's teammates rallied around their captain following the announcement that Jorge Messi had passed away late Friday at a clinic in Rosario.
#following #private
3 days ago
Argentina football icon Lionel Messi bid farewell Sunday to his father Jorge, the global star's emotional anchor and agent since childhood who passed away following a battle with cancer aged 68.
The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner touched down on a private flight from Miami late on Saturday with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo and their children.
A private ceremony with close family and a few Argentina teammates took place at a cemetery in the town of Perez, adjacent to Rosario, later Sunday.
The gates of the town's El Prado cemetery displayed handwritten messages from fans -- "Stay strong, Leo, we love you" and "Stay strong, Messi family" -- alongside a large floral wreath.
Messi's teammates rallied around their captain following the announcement that Jorge Messi had passed away late Friday at a clinic in Rosario.
#rosario #stay
The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner touched down on a private flight from Miami late on Saturday with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo and their children.
A private ceremony with close family and a few Argentina teammates took place at a cemetery in the town of Perez, adjacent to Rosario, later Sunday.
The gates of the town's El Prado cemetery displayed handwritten messages from fans -- "Stay strong, Leo, we love you" and "Stay strong, Messi family" -- alongside a large floral wreath.
Messi's teammates rallied around their captain following the announcement that Jorge Messi had passed away late Friday at a clinic in Rosario.
#rosario #stay
3 days ago
Royal resemblances within King Charles's family are often noted, particularly between parents and their children in photographs from the archive.
The similarities between Princess Charlotte and her father, the Prince of Wales, and her late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, are often picked up in their childhood photographs.
And in a post shared by the Royal Collection Trust to mark King Charles's birthday parade, Trooping the Colour, royal watchers couldn't help but notice the similarities between the image of two-year-old Prince Charles, and his youngest son, Prince Harry.
The photograph shows Charles riding in a carriage with his late grandmother, the Queen Mother, and his aunt, the late Princess Margaret, at Trooping the Colour in 1951. His mother, Elizabeth II, had taken the salute on behalf of King George VI who was unwell.
The young prince can be seen seated between his grandmother and his aunt, wearing a double-breasted collared coat with a tartan blanket on his lap.
#late
The similarities between Princess Charlotte and her father, the Prince of Wales, and her late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, are often picked up in their childhood photographs.
And in a post shared by the Royal Collection Trust to mark King Charles's birthday parade, Trooping the Colour, royal watchers couldn't help but notice the similarities between the image of two-year-old Prince Charles, and his youngest son, Prince Harry.
The photograph shows Charles riding in a carriage with his late grandmother, the Queen Mother, and his aunt, the late Princess Margaret, at Trooping the Colour in 1951. His mother, Elizabeth II, had taken the salute on behalf of King George VI who was unwell.
The young prince can be seen seated between his grandmother and his aunt, wearing a double-breasted collared coat with a tartan blanket on his lap.
#late
3 days ago
Is there anyone out there more equipped to speak on kindness than Hollywood's wholesome Tom Hanks?
Hanks is perhaps best known for his starring role in the 1994 film "Forrest Gump," playing a sweet Alabama man who spends his adult life trying to reconnect with his childhood love, Jenny. The role earned him his second Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role. His first win came just one year earlier for playing Andrew Beckett in "Philadelphia."
During his decades-long career, Hanks has starred in other iconic films, such as "Cast Away," "Big," "Saving Private Ryan," "A League of Their Own," "Apollo 13," and the Mister Rogers biographical drama "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood."
His popularity has spanned generations through his work in the "Toy Story" film franchise. He has voiced Sheriff Woody in all five "Toy Story" movies, including the most recent, which premiered in 2026. Hanks has also voiced the character in numerous other spin-offs and shorts.
In addition to his work in cinema, Hanks has appeared in TV series, including "Bosom Buddies," "Family Ties," "Electric City," and more.
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Hanks is perhaps best known for his starring role in the 1994 film "Forrest Gump," playing a sweet Alabama man who spends his adult life trying to reconnect with his childhood love, Jenny. The role earned him his second Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role. His first win came just one year earlier for playing Andrew Beckett in "Philadelphia."
During his decades-long career, Hanks has starred in other iconic films, such as "Cast Away," "Big," "Saving Private Ryan," "A League of Their Own," "Apollo 13," and the Mister Rogers biographical drama "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood."
His popularity has spanned generations through his work in the "Toy Story" film franchise. He has voiced Sheriff Woody in all five "Toy Story" movies, including the most recent, which premiered in 2026. Hanks has also voiced the character in numerous other spin-offs and shorts.
In addition to his work in cinema, Hanks has appeared in TV series, including "Bosom Buddies," "Family Ties," "Electric City," and more.
#role
3 days ago
Growing up in the spotlight doesn't always guarantee lifelong success, but for a select group of former child stars, early fame became the foundation for extraordinary wealth.
From billion-dollar beauty brands to cryptocurrency empires and sports franchises, these celebrities transformed childhood careers into multimillion-dollar — and in some cases billionaire — business empires.
Here's a look at some of the richest former child stars today.
Long before she became one of the world's biggest pop stars and entrepreneurs, Selena Gomez was winning over audiences on Barney & Friends before landing her breakout Disney Channel role on Wizards of Waverly Place.
Today, much of her fortune comes from Rare Beauty, the cosmetics brand she launched in 2020. While Bloomberg previously estimated her wealth at more than $1 billion, Forbes now values her net worth at around $700 million, making her one of the richest entertainers in Hollywood. Rare Beauty remains the largest contributor to her fortune, alongside earnings from music, acting, endorsements and Only Murders in the Building.
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From billion-dollar beauty brands to cryptocurrency empires and sports franchises, these celebrities transformed childhood careers into multimillion-dollar — and in some cases billionaire — business empires.
Here's a look at some of the richest former child stars today.
Long before she became one of the world's biggest pop stars and entrepreneurs, Selena Gomez was winning over audiences on Barney & Friends before landing her breakout Disney Channel role on Wizards of Waverly Place.
Today, much of her fortune comes from Rare Beauty, the cosmetics brand she launched in 2020. While Bloomberg previously estimated her wealth at more than $1 billion, Forbes now values her net worth at around $700 million, making her one of the richest entertainers in Hollywood. Rare Beauty remains the largest contributor to her fortune, alongside earnings from music, acting, endorsements and Only Murders in the Building.
#stars
3 days ago
Meghan Markle brought a piece of royal history to a glamorous night out with Prince Harry by wearing jewelry once owned by Princess Diana. The appearance added another chapter to Meghan's long-running habit of incorporating Diana's personal pieces into her own milestone moments.
Among her most memorable tributes was the late princess' aquamarine ******* tail ring, which Meghan debuted on her 2018 wedding day and wore again months later in Tonga.
Meghan Markle paid a stylish tribute to Princess Diana while enjoying a rare red carpet date night with Prince Harry.
The Duke and ******* ss of Sussex attended the David Foster Foundation's 40th anniversary celebration in British Columbia on August 7, per Vogue. The couple posed on the red carpet with Foster and Katharine McPhee, who has known Meghan since childhood.
For the evening, Meghan wore diamond and sapphire earrings that once belonged to her late mother-in-law. The 45-year-old paired the sentimental jewelry with a black one-shoulder dress by Canadian label Greta Constantine. Harry coordinated with his wife in a black tux and bow tie.
#meghan #markle
Among her most memorable tributes was the late princess' aquamarine ******* tail ring, which Meghan debuted on her 2018 wedding day and wore again months later in Tonga.
Meghan Markle paid a stylish tribute to Princess Diana while enjoying a rare red carpet date night with Prince Harry.
The Duke and ******* ss of Sussex attended the David Foster Foundation's 40th anniversary celebration in British Columbia on August 7, per Vogue. The couple posed on the red carpet with Foster and Katharine McPhee, who has known Meghan since childhood.
For the evening, Meghan wore diamond and sapphire earrings that once belonged to her late mother-in-law. The 45-year-old paired the sentimental jewelry with a black one-shoulder dress by Canadian label Greta Constantine. Harry coordinated with his wife in a black tux and bow tie.
#meghan #markle
3 days ago
Jorge Messi, the father and agent of Lionel Messi, has died aged 68, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner's childhood club Newell's Old Boys announced on Saturday.
Argentine media reported Jorge Messi had passed away on Friday in a hospital in Rosario.
"His constant companionship and behind-the-scenes leadership were essential in backing every step of Lionel," Newell's Old Boys said in a social media post.
The 39-year-old Argentine star arrived in his home country on Saturday alongside his partner, Antonella Rocuzzo, and their children, with most dressed in black, an AFP journalist reported from the airport.
Messi's family asked the media for "humanity" during the recent World Cup amid persistent rumours over Jorge's health.
#lionel #ballon
Argentine media reported Jorge Messi had passed away on Friday in a hospital in Rosario.
"His constant companionship and behind-the-scenes leadership were essential in backing every step of Lionel," Newell's Old Boys said in a social media post.
The 39-year-old Argentine star arrived in his home country on Saturday alongside his partner, Antonella Rocuzzo, and their children, with most dressed in black, an AFP journalist reported from the airport.
Messi's family asked the media for "humanity" during the recent World Cup amid persistent rumours over Jorge's health.
#lionel #ballon
4 days ago
Angel Reese's latest Barbie collaboration is a full-circle moment rooted in representation. Ahead of the Atlanta Dream's Barbie Day celebration against the Las Vegas Aces, Reese and her mother, Angel Webb Reese, reflected on what it means to see the WNBA star immortalized as an official Barbie.
For Webb Reese, the partnership carries an emotional significance that stretches back to her own childhood. Asked if she remembered her first Barbie, Webb Reese gave a simple but powerful answer.
"Of course I do," she told ScoopB.com. "It didn't look like me. Yeah. That's what I remember."
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Now, decades later, her daughter has become the doll she never had. The Barbie Signature Angel Reese Doll, unveiled as part of Mattel's partnership with the Atlanta Dream, recreates Reese's signature game-day look, complete with her leg sleeve, layered necklaces, pink headband, and custom Reebok sneakers.
#barbie #signature
For Webb Reese, the partnership carries an emotional significance that stretches back to her own childhood. Asked if she remembered her first Barbie, Webb Reese gave a simple but powerful answer.
"Of course I do," she told ScoopB.com. "It didn't look like me. Yeah. That's what I remember."
COMPLEX SHOP: Shop the brands you love, anytime and anywhere. Uncover what's next. Buy. Collect. Obsess.
Now, decades later, her daughter has become the doll she never had. The Barbie Signature Angel Reese Doll, unveiled as part of Mattel's partnership with the Atlanta Dream, recreates Reese's signature game-day look, complete with her leg sleeve, layered necklaces, pink headband, and custom Reebok sneakers.
#barbie #signature
4 days ago
Jorge Messi, the father and agent of Lionel Messi, has died aged 68, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner's childhood club Newell's Old Boys announced on Saturday.
Argentinian media reported Jorge Messi had passed away on Friday in a hospital in Rosario.
"His constant companionship and behind-the-scenes leadership were essential in backing every step of Lionel," Newell's Old Boys said in a social media post.
Jorge Messi was his son's first coach in Argentina and his sole companion when he first moved to Barcelona as a child, before later becoming his agent.
"My father helped me enormously. He is very critical of me. That made me always want to push myself further," Lionel Messi told DirecTV Sports in 2022.
#jorge #agent
Argentinian media reported Jorge Messi had passed away on Friday in a hospital in Rosario.
"His constant companionship and behind-the-scenes leadership were essential in backing every step of Lionel," Newell's Old Boys said in a social media post.
Jorge Messi was his son's first coach in Argentina and his sole companion when he first moved to Barcelona as a child, before later becoming his agent.
"My father helped me enormously. He is very critical of me. That made me always want to push myself further," Lionel Messi told DirecTV Sports in 2022.
#jorge #agent
6 days ago
Warriors predicted to flip Jimmy Butler for $298M Hall of Fame shooter, athletic frontcourt duo originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Dallas Mavericks could still make additional roster moves before the start of the season. One player widely viewed as a potential trade candidate is four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson.
The biggest question surrounding Thompson's future is whether Dallas will trade him or eventually negotiate a buyout. If he does become available, the Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers are considered two of his preferred destinations.
"My understanding is that Thompson would welcome a return to Los Angeles, where he spent part of his childhood and still owns a home. The Miami Heat are another team frequently mentioned in NBA circles as a potential landing spot for the future Hall of Famer," The Athletic's Christian Clark wrote.
Another team that has been linked to Thompson is the Golden State Warriors, where he built his Hall of Fame résumé. A reunion with Steph Curry would be one of the biggest storylines of the NBA offseason.
#sporting #dallas #Miami
The Dallas Mavericks could still make additional roster moves before the start of the season. One player widely viewed as a potential trade candidate is four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson.
The biggest question surrounding Thompson's future is whether Dallas will trade him or eventually negotiate a buyout. If he does become available, the Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers are considered two of his preferred destinations.
"My understanding is that Thompson would welcome a return to Los Angeles, where he spent part of his childhood and still owns a home. The Miami Heat are another team frequently mentioned in NBA circles as a potential landing spot for the future Hall of Famer," The Athletic's Christian Clark wrote.
Another team that has been linked to Thompson is the Golden State Warriors, where he built his Hall of Fame résumé. A reunion with Steph Curry would be one of the biggest storylines of the NBA offseason.
#sporting #dallas #Miami
6 days ago
The Princess of Wales' beautiful brunette hair has become just as synonymous with her royal image as her immaculate wardrobe. The 'Kate effect' has influenced women's haircuts for decades, and shows no sign of slowing down.
Whether Princess Kate is debuting a fresh set of face-framing curtain bangs or unveiling a glossy, chocolate brown refresh, fans flock to copy her iconic looks.
As a senior member of the royal family and future Queen Consort, the Princess has done little by way of 'hair transformations' over the years, staying loyal to her signature chocolate brown 'do and only altering it slightly in the 15 years she's been married to Prince William.
The Princess of Wales debuted her new voluminous bangs in September 2023 (Getty)
However, rare photographs unearthed from Kate's childhood show that the royal once sported bright blonde hair...
#wales #chocolate #brown #whether
Whether Princess Kate is debuting a fresh set of face-framing curtain bangs or unveiling a glossy, chocolate brown refresh, fans flock to copy her iconic looks.
As a senior member of the royal family and future Queen Consort, the Princess has done little by way of 'hair transformations' over the years, staying loyal to her signature chocolate brown 'do and only altering it slightly in the 15 years she's been married to Prince William.
The Princess of Wales debuted her new voluminous bangs in September 2023 (Getty)
However, rare photographs unearthed from Kate's childhood show that the royal once sported bright blonde hair...
#wales #chocolate #brown #whether
6 days ago
Bella Thorne has opened up about her mental health struggles.
The actor, who is best known for starring as CeCe Jones in the Disney Channel series Shake It Up, talked about the ramifications of her childhood relationship with her mother, Tamara Thorne, on the latest episode of the Call Her Daddy podcast.
"I think between everything, with a lot of the work and growing up and the way that I did, I struggled very badly with suicidal thoughts and depression," Thorne shared during the Wednesday episode.
"And I thought at one point, if I had hurt myself then maybe she would see how much pain I was in."
Thorne's negative thoughts were a trigger for her to leave her childhood home as soon as she turned 18.
"I could feel the erratic-ness coming on again," she reflected. "Not having the **** e to actually talk about what happens when you turn 18. I think I was so scared and my mom was so scared. We were both so scared."
#thorne #scared #bella #jones
The actor, who is best known for starring as CeCe Jones in the Disney Channel series Shake It Up, talked about the ramifications of her childhood relationship with her mother, Tamara Thorne, on the latest episode of the Call Her Daddy podcast.
"I think between everything, with a lot of the work and growing up and the way that I did, I struggled very badly with suicidal thoughts and depression," Thorne shared during the Wednesday episode.
"And I thought at one point, if I had hurt myself then maybe she would see how much pain I was in."
Thorne's negative thoughts were a trigger for her to leave her childhood home as soon as she turned 18.
"I could feel the erratic-ness coming on again," she reflected. "Not having the **** e to actually talk about what happens when you turn 18. I think I was so scared and my mom was so scared. We were both so scared."
#thorne #scared #bella #jones
6 days ago
In the fast-paced world of Hollywood, some once-shining stars drift from the spotlight, but their talent never truly disappears. This week's feature shines a light on 13 celebrated names who captivated audiences with their charisma, unforgettable roles, and genuine individuality. From the faces of childhood nostalgia and beloved TV icons to film legends and pop culture standouts, here's why each of these stars deserves a second act in the limelight.
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Famed for his roles on Knight Rider and Baywatch, David Hasselhoff's iconic presence defined an era. Whether he's saving swimmers or singing to stadiums of adoring fans, the Hoff's unique energy is missed. At its peak, Baywatch's massive global audience briefly made it the most-watched television series on the planet, as reported by Forbes. Could a streaming-era revival or reality competition bring him back into the center stage?
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As a member of the Brat Pack and coach in The Mighty Ducks, Emilio Estevez charmed audiences with both heart and grit. Though he's spent more time behind the camera in recent years, fans would welcome his thoughtful on-screen presence once again. He did step back into the hockey rink briefly, reprising his Gordon Bombay role for Disney's 2021 streaming revival of the franchise.
#mega #audiences #presence #Streaming
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Famed for his roles on Knight Rider and Baywatch, David Hasselhoff's iconic presence defined an era. Whether he's saving swimmers or singing to stadiums of adoring fans, the Hoff's unique energy is missed. At its peak, Baywatch's massive global audience briefly made it the most-watched television series on the planet, as reported by Forbes. Could a streaming-era revival or reality competition bring him back into the center stage?
MEGA
As a member of the Brat Pack and coach in The Mighty Ducks, Emilio Estevez charmed audiences with both heart and grit. Though he's spent more time behind the camera in recent years, fans would welcome his thoughtful on-screen presence once again. He did step back into the hockey rink briefly, reprising his Gordon Bombay role for Disney's 2021 streaming revival of the franchise.
#mega #audiences #presence #Streaming
6 days ago
Seattle — The record will forever show that Max Clark made his Major League debut in Sacramento last weekend.
But his real big-league debut, in an actual big-league stadium, was here Tuesday, at T-Mobile Park, complete with three decks, brighter lights and a retractable roof. And some real big-league amenities. Like when he came to bat in the second inning and Mariners' All-Star catcher Cal Raleigh congratulated him on being called up.
Like, before the game, when his jaw nearly dropped to the ground when he walked out onto the field for the first time and saw one of his childhood idols ****** baseballs in center field — Hall-of-Famer Ichiro Suzuki.
"That was actually like my first, 'Oh my God' moment when I walked on the field yesterday," Clark said. "It was a very surreal moment walking out there and seeing him still taking BP and throwing. Just unbelievable. You see this huge stadium and then in center field, Ichiro is tracking ****** ."
Clark reached into his locker and, with a proud smile on his face, produced his most recent prized possession — a freshly autographed Ichiro game jersey.
#clark #like #stadium
But his real big-league debut, in an actual big-league stadium, was here Tuesday, at T-Mobile Park, complete with three decks, brighter lights and a retractable roof. And some real big-league amenities. Like when he came to bat in the second inning and Mariners' All-Star catcher Cal Raleigh congratulated him on being called up.
Like, before the game, when his jaw nearly dropped to the ground when he walked out onto the field for the first time and saw one of his childhood idols ****** baseballs in center field — Hall-of-Famer Ichiro Suzuki.
"That was actually like my first, 'Oh my God' moment when I walked on the field yesterday," Clark said. "It was a very surreal moment walking out there and seeing him still taking BP and throwing. Just unbelievable. You see this huge stadium and then in center field, Ichiro is tracking ****** ."
Clark reached into his locker and, with a proud smile on his face, produced his most recent prized possession — a freshly autographed Ichiro game jersey.
#clark #like #stadium
7 days ago
By now, you've heard the same advice a thousand times: "Stop purchasing packs. Buy singles!" But what if your nearest "local" card shop is hours away or you're searching for a chase card for sale located across the country? That's where eBay comes in.
From cards to Funko Pops, eBay has been a vital lifeline for collectors for decades. As the worldwide brand continues to adapt to meet the needs of its users, Mantel met with Luci Yang, eBay's GM of U.S. Collectibles, at The National to learn more about how the marketplace's latest changes. Here's what she had to say about her career, the importance of community, and how eBay is putting powerful data into the hands of collectors.
Luci Yang, eBay's GM of U.S. Collectibles
You've got undergrad degrees from Harvard, and both an MBA and a JD from Yale. How did you end up working for eBay?
Everyone's path is a little windier than people expect, and mine was too. I spent a long time earlier in my career in business and management consulting. I joined eBay about five years ago, right as the company was leaning hard into its focus-category strategy—you've probably heard our CEO talk about that.
At the time, I joined the automotive parts and accessories team, since that was one of the focus categories then. Over the last five years, I've worked in parts and accessories, electronics, and heavy equipment, another focus area for eBay. This past January, I moved into collectibles. So I come from more of a corporate background, but I'm excited to tap into the childhood passion of collecting. Right now my role is head of U.S. collectibles, with trading cards a big piece of it, along with comics, toys, coins and more.
#collectibles #luci #yang #heard
From cards to Funko Pops, eBay has been a vital lifeline for collectors for decades. As the worldwide brand continues to adapt to meet the needs of its users, Mantel met with Luci Yang, eBay's GM of U.S. Collectibles, at The National to learn more about how the marketplace's latest changes. Here's what she had to say about her career, the importance of community, and how eBay is putting powerful data into the hands of collectors.
Luci Yang, eBay's GM of U.S. Collectibles
You've got undergrad degrees from Harvard, and both an MBA and a JD from Yale. How did you end up working for eBay?
Everyone's path is a little windier than people expect, and mine was too. I spent a long time earlier in my career in business and management consulting. I joined eBay about five years ago, right as the company was leaning hard into its focus-category strategy—you've probably heard our CEO talk about that.
At the time, I joined the automotive parts and accessories team, since that was one of the focus categories then. Over the last five years, I've worked in parts and accessories, electronics, and heavy equipment, another focus area for eBay. This past January, I moved into collectibles. So I come from more of a corporate background, but I'm excited to tap into the childhood passion of collecting. Right now my role is head of U.S. collectibles, with trading cards a big piece of it, along with comics, toys, coins and more.
#collectibles #luci #yang #heard
8 days ago
Milania Giudice shared a tattoo she got in honor of her childhood friend Victoria Zardoya, who died suddenly at age 20
"Always my baby V," Milania wrote
Victoria Zardoya died after a fall at a Florida tourist spot
Milania Giudice is honoring her childhood friend after her sudden death.
The Real Housewives of New Jersey star, 20, took to Instagram Stories on Monday, Aug. 3, to share a tribute to her friend Victoria Zardoya, who died last week at age 20. In the photo, Milania shows off a tattoo on her wrist with the words "Baby V" written in script. "Always my baby V," she wrote over the image.
#Victoria
"Always my baby V," Milania wrote
Victoria Zardoya died after a fall at a Florida tourist spot
Milania Giudice is honoring her childhood friend after her sudden death.
The Real Housewives of New Jersey star, 20, took to Instagram Stories on Monday, Aug. 3, to share a tribute to her friend Victoria Zardoya, who died last week at age 20. In the photo, Milania shows off a tattoo on her wrist with the words "Baby V" written in script. "Always my baby V," she wrote over the image.
#Victoria
8 days ago
Meghan Markle tells PEOPLE about the surprise connection she made on Princess Lilibet's first day of preschool that brought back her own Girl Scout memories
The ***** ss of Sussex says working on Cookie Queens reminded her of her childhood as a Brownie and Junior Girl Scout, where her mother, Doria Ragland, served as her troop leader
Meghan says the documentary's message about empowering young girls resonates even more today as a mom, telling PEOPLE it hit differently "100 percent"
Meghan Markle is looking back on an unexpected moment that brought her Girl Scout days rushing back.
The ***** ss of Sussex is opening up as Cookie Queens—the coming-of-age documentary she and Prince Harry executive produced through Archewell Productions—heads to theaters on Aug. 7, marking the company's first theatrical release. Directed by Alysa Nahmias, the film follows four Girl Scouts as they navigate the highs and pressures of cookie season while learning confidence, resilience and leadership.
#cookie
The ***** ss of Sussex says working on Cookie Queens reminded her of her childhood as a Brownie and Junior Girl Scout, where her mother, Doria Ragland, served as her troop leader
Meghan says the documentary's message about empowering young girls resonates even more today as a mom, telling PEOPLE it hit differently "100 percent"
Meghan Markle is looking back on an unexpected moment that brought her Girl Scout days rushing back.
The ***** ss of Sussex is opening up as Cookie Queens—the coming-of-age documentary she and Prince Harry executive produced through Archewell Productions—heads to theaters on Aug. 7, marking the company's first theatrical release. Directed by Alysa Nahmias, the film follows four Girl Scouts as they navigate the highs and pressures of cookie season while learning confidence, resilience and leadership.
#cookie
8 days ago
In Formula 1, a driver's permanent race number is highly personal. It becomes a central part of their brand, their merchandise, and their legacy. When Kimi Antonelli arrived at Mercedes to replace Lewis Hamilton, he had his pick of available numbers.
He immediately chose the number 12.
For the average viewer, a number is just a digit painted on the nosecone. But for motorsport purists, the number 12 carries an immense, almost holy weight. It was the number that defined the early McLaren career of the legendary Ayrton Senna, the three-time world champion and a man widely regarded as one of the greatest talents to ever sit in a Formula 1 ******* pit.
During a recent appearance on the Significant Figures podcast, Antonelli opened up about the emotional and historical significance of selecting Senna's number, revealing how deeply the Brazilian icon has influenced his own path to F1.
Antonelli was born in 2006, 12 years after Senna's tragic passing at the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix. However, as the son of a sportscar driver and team owner (Marco Antonelli), Kimi grew up immersed in motorsport history. He spent his childhood watching DVDs of Senna's greatest drives alongside his father.
#number
He immediately chose the number 12.
For the average viewer, a number is just a digit painted on the nosecone. But for motorsport purists, the number 12 carries an immense, almost holy weight. It was the number that defined the early McLaren career of the legendary Ayrton Senna, the three-time world champion and a man widely regarded as one of the greatest talents to ever sit in a Formula 1 ******* pit.
During a recent appearance on the Significant Figures podcast, Antonelli opened up about the emotional and historical significance of selecting Senna's number, revealing how deeply the Brazilian icon has influenced his own path to F1.
Antonelli was born in 2006, 12 years after Senna's tragic passing at the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix. However, as the son of a sportscar driver and team owner (Marco Antonelli), Kimi grew up immersed in motorsport history. He spent his childhood watching DVDs of Senna's greatest drives alongside his father.
#number
8 days ago
The Los Angeles Lakers' roster for the upcoming NBA season is largely set, but they would love to add a starting-caliber wing or forward by the end of the summer. Their options as far as doing so aren't exactly great, however.
They have been in pursuit of Jonathan ***** inga, the 23-year-old 6-foot-8 forward who has plenty of untapped potential, but it looks like they cannot come to terms with the Atlanta Hawks on a sign-and-trade deal. As the summer has moved along, it has seemed more and more like ***** inga simply won't end up with the Lakers, and that perhaps he isn't the player who will sufficiently solve their need for a starting wing or forward.
Los Angeles may therefore have to think outside the box. According to Christian Clark of The Athletic, the Dallas Mavericks have explored trades involving Klay Thompson, who has spent the last two seasons with them, and Clark also wrote that Thompson would like to come to Los Angeles.
"At this point, it remains unclear if Klay Thompson — the Mavericks' leading 3-point shooter in each of the past two seasons — will be back in Dallas for a third year. The Mavericks have explored his trade market but have yet to find a deal, multiple sources with rival teams told The Athletic on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss any potential negotiations. Thompson is owed $17.5 million this season and is set to become an unrestricted free agent in the summer of 2027.
"My understanding is that Thompson would welcome a return to Los Angeles, where he spent part of his childhood and still owns a home."
#thompson #summer #kuminga
They have been in pursuit of Jonathan ***** inga, the 23-year-old 6-foot-8 forward who has plenty of untapped potential, but it looks like they cannot come to terms with the Atlanta Hawks on a sign-and-trade deal. As the summer has moved along, it has seemed more and more like ***** inga simply won't end up with the Lakers, and that perhaps he isn't the player who will sufficiently solve their need for a starting wing or forward.
Los Angeles may therefore have to think outside the box. According to Christian Clark of The Athletic, the Dallas Mavericks have explored trades involving Klay Thompson, who has spent the last two seasons with them, and Clark also wrote that Thompson would like to come to Los Angeles.
"At this point, it remains unclear if Klay Thompson — the Mavericks' leading 3-point shooter in each of the past two seasons — will be back in Dallas for a third year. The Mavericks have explored his trade market but have yet to find a deal, multiple sources with rival teams told The Athletic on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss any potential negotiations. Thompson is owed $17.5 million this season and is set to become an unrestricted free agent in the summer of 2027.
"My understanding is that Thompson would welcome a return to Los Angeles, where he spent part of his childhood and still owns a home."
#thompson #summer #kuminga
8 days ago
We've reached the point in the offseason where the rumors are more speculation about what will happen as we get closer to the start of training camp — or once camp opens — than they are about things that might happen in the near future. With that framing in mind, here are the latest rumors flying around the NBA — and some advice from Chris Bosh to Victor Wembanyama.
The problem is pretty straightforward: The Dallas Mavericks have 16 players under guaranteed contracts but can only carry 15 into the season. Someone has to be traded or waived.
Klay Thompson and his $17.5 million contract are at the forefront of that, reports Christian Clark of The Athletic.
The Mavericks have explored his trade market but have yet to find a deal, multiple sources with rival teams told The Athletic on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss any potential negotiations... My understanding is that Thompson would welcome a return to Los Angeles, where he spent part of his childhood and still owns a home. The Miami Heat are another team frequently mentioned in NBA circles as a potential landing spot for the future Hall of Famer."
Los Angeles? The Lakers are an unlikely landing spot, unless the Mavericks want two years of Jarred Vanderbilt plus another contract (Dalton Knecht?), but the Lakers have 16 guaranteed contracts on the roster and are hard-capped at the first apron, so they can't take on a lot of salary. The Clippers remain in limbo until the Kawhi Leonard/Aspiration investigation comes to its eventual conclusion — which may well be into the start of the season, or even 2027 — and the fit isn't great anyway.
#Lakers #rumors
The problem is pretty straightforward: The Dallas Mavericks have 16 players under guaranteed contracts but can only carry 15 into the season. Someone has to be traded or waived.
Klay Thompson and his $17.5 million contract are at the forefront of that, reports Christian Clark of The Athletic.
The Mavericks have explored his trade market but have yet to find a deal, multiple sources with rival teams told The Athletic on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss any potential negotiations... My understanding is that Thompson would welcome a return to Los Angeles, where he spent part of his childhood and still owns a home. The Miami Heat are another team frequently mentioned in NBA circles as a potential landing spot for the future Hall of Famer."
Los Angeles? The Lakers are an unlikely landing spot, unless the Mavericks want two years of Jarred Vanderbilt plus another contract (Dalton Knecht?), but the Lakers have 16 guaranteed contracts on the roster and are hard-capped at the first apron, so they can't take on a lot of salary. The Clippers remain in limbo until the Kawhi Leonard/Aspiration investigation comes to its eventual conclusion — which may well be into the start of the season, or even 2027 — and the fit isn't great anyway.
#Lakers #rumors
