29 days ago
Idina Menzel opened up about her split with Taye Diggs 12 years after their divorce.
She discussed the dissolution of their relationship during an appearance at New York Comic Con on October 8.
"It was very complicated, that whole time," Menzel said.
Idina Meznel is reflecting on her split with Taye Diggs 12 years after their divorce. Appearing at New York Comic Con on October 8, the actress explained how her work on Frozen and the musical If/Then helped her process the major life change.
"We were separating and it was really hard," Menzel said. She and Diggs were married from 2003 and 2014, and the couple welcomed their son Walker in 2009.
#york #october #years
She discussed the dissolution of their relationship during an appearance at New York Comic Con on October 8.
"It was very complicated, that whole time," Menzel said.
Idina Meznel is reflecting on her split with Taye Diggs 12 years after their divorce. Appearing at New York Comic Con on October 8, the actress explained how her work on Frozen and the musical If/Then helped her process the major life change.
"We were separating and it was really hard," Menzel said. She and Diggs were married from 2003 and 2014, and the couple welcomed their son Walker in 2009.
#york #october #years
29 days ago
Celebrity comedian Sebastian Maniscalco has responded to this week's uproar in the comedy community over his takeover of a SiriusXM channel that for years supported up-and-coming stand-ups while providing them a minor lifeline in royalty checks. He joins the broadcaster in ****** uring those up in arms over the station's disappearance that the company axed it well before the superstar took over.
In April, Maniscalco's Comedy Radio replaced SiriusXM's Channel 99, the longtime home of the Raw Comedy/Raw Dog channel, a small corner of the satellite radio giant where up-and-coming comedians could not only launch their careers but make a few bucks doing it. SiriusXM replaced the "jukebox channel," which rotated sets from comics and had no host, with one now "curated and headlined by Maniscalco" that features mostly mainstream and well-known talent. The uproar came this week when the advocacy group Stand Up for Standup and big-name comedians like Patton Oswalt, Margaret Cho and Michelle Wolf took to social media to ask Maniscalco to bring Raw Comedy back to the platform. On Thursday, the superstar comic replied.
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#channel #comedy
In April, Maniscalco's Comedy Radio replaced SiriusXM's Channel 99, the longtime home of the Raw Comedy/Raw Dog channel, a small corner of the satellite radio giant where up-and-coming comedians could not only launch their careers but make a few bucks doing it. SiriusXM replaced the "jukebox channel," which rotated sets from comics and had no host, with one now "curated and headlined by Maniscalco" that features mostly mainstream and well-known talent. The uproar came this week when the advocacy group Stand Up for Standup and big-name comedians like Patton Oswalt, Margaret Cho and Michelle Wolf took to social media to ask Maniscalco to bring Raw Comedy back to the platform. On Thursday, the superstar comic replied.
More from The Hollywood Reporter
Patton Oswalt, Michelle Wolf Call on Sebastian Maniscalco to Reverse SiriusXM Channel Takeover
Stephen A. Smith Explains How SiriusXM Is Becoming a Home for Political Independents
#channel #comedy
29 days ago
When Idina Menzel should've been celebrating some of her career's biggest accomplishments, the singer and award-winning performer was dealing with a deeply personal struggle. However, Menzel, who originated Elphaba in "Wicked" on Broadway, said booking roles in "Frozen" and the 2014 musical "If/Then" actually "saved" her when she needed it most.
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On a Comic-Con panel, Menzel reflected on two of her career's biggest highlights: "Frozen" and "If/Then," both of which came around 2013. According to Menzel, 55, she was also going through a "really hard" split from Diggs, whom she married in 2003, during that time.
Amid the complicated split, though, Menzel found solace in her role as Elizabeth in the Broadway musical "If/Then," playing a woman who returned to New York City after a divorce. "The story of the show was so much about a woman who's making different choices in her life and finding her identity," she said.
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On a Comic-Con panel, Menzel reflected on two of her career's biggest highlights: "Frozen" and "If/Then," both of which came around 2013. According to Menzel, 55, she was also going through a "really hard" split from Diggs, whom she married in 2003, during that time.
Amid the complicated split, though, Menzel found solace in her role as Elizabeth in the Broadway musical "If/Then," playing a woman who returned to New York City after a divorce. "The story of the show was so much about a woman who's making different choices in her life and finding her identity," she said.
#biggest #post
29 days ago
From Resy to Empathy Wines, VaynerX chairman Gary "GaryVee" Vaynerchuk knows how to build a profitable business. But up until now, the serial entrepreneur and YouTube star's work has been based largely on impersonal ideas.
Enter VeeFriends, the business that Vaynerchuk has wanted to own since he was a kid.
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#comic
Enter VeeFriends, the business that Vaynerchuk has wanted to own since he was a kid.
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Eminem Teams With NERDS Clothing for Original Video Game, New Streetwear Collab Out of New York Comic Con (EXCLUSIVE)
#comic
30 days ago
Ray Fisher became internationally recognizable as the technologically enhanced superhero Cyborg, but his career began far from the world of comic book blockbusters. The American actor developed his craft through theater before making the leap to major Hollywood productions. His upbringing, particularly the influence of his mother and grandmother, helped shape the values he later carried into his professional life. When Fisher encountered difficulties behind the scenes of Justice League, he chose to speak publicly about his experience. That decision became an important part of a career increasingly ****** ociated with both performance and workplace accountability.
Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Fisher grew up in Lawnside, New Jersey, in a large family raised primarily by his mother and grandmother. He has described both women as his real life superheroes, praising the determination and strength they demonstrated while he was growing up. His interest in acting became serious during high school, when encouragement from a teacher led him to audition for theatrical productions.
Fisher continued developing as a stage performer and eventually established himself in professional theater. One of his most demanding early roles was Muhammad Ali in the Off Broadway production Fetch Clay, Make Man. Preparing to portray the legendary boxer required substantial physical transformation as well as the ability to capture Ali's confidence and personality. The experience demonstrated the discipline Fisher could bring to a role before Hollywood audiences became familiar with him.
His major screen opportunity arrived when Zack Snyder selected him to play Victor Stone, better known as Cyborg, in the DC film universe. Fisher made a brief appearance in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice before receiving a much larger role in Justice League. Production changed significantly after Snyder left the project and Joss Whedon took over during post production. The theatrical version released in 2017 reduced much of Cyborg's original storyline.
In 2020, Fisher publicly accused Whedon of inappropriate and unprofessional behavior during the Justice League reshoots. WarnerMedia subsequently conducted an investigation after Fisher raised concerns involving the production. In December 2020, the company announced that the investigation had concluded and that remedial action had been taken, without publicly detailing what those measures involved.
#justice #became #hollywood #whedon
Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Fisher grew up in Lawnside, New Jersey, in a large family raised primarily by his mother and grandmother. He has described both women as his real life superheroes, praising the determination and strength they demonstrated while he was growing up. His interest in acting became serious during high school, when encouragement from a teacher led him to audition for theatrical productions.
Fisher continued developing as a stage performer and eventually established himself in professional theater. One of his most demanding early roles was Muhammad Ali in the Off Broadway production Fetch Clay, Make Man. Preparing to portray the legendary boxer required substantial physical transformation as well as the ability to capture Ali's confidence and personality. The experience demonstrated the discipline Fisher could bring to a role before Hollywood audiences became familiar with him.
His major screen opportunity arrived when Zack Snyder selected him to play Victor Stone, better known as Cyborg, in the DC film universe. Fisher made a brief appearance in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice before receiving a much larger role in Justice League. Production changed significantly after Snyder left the project and Joss Whedon took over during post production. The theatrical version released in 2017 reduced much of Cyborg's original storyline.
In 2020, Fisher publicly accused Whedon of inappropriate and unprofessional behavior during the Justice League reshoots. WarnerMedia subsequently conducted an investigation after Fisher raised concerns involving the production. In December 2020, the company announced that the investigation had concluded and that remedial action had been taken, without publicly detailing what those measures involved.
#justice #became #hollywood #whedon
1 month ago
Neymar Jr. has found a playmate who isn't shy about posing, and it is none other than his toddler daughter. The Brazilian footballer marked his little girl Mavie's birthday with a set of photos, and the little one clearly joined in the fun. There are pouts, wide eyes, and smiles all around as the father-daughter pair have fun. A heartfelt message came with the pictures, and it shows what being a girl dad means to the star footballer.
Neymar Jr. posted the carousel on Instagram to mark his daughter Mavie's third birthday on 6 October. The first image is a sweet portrait where the toddler crawls on a wooden floor and beams at the camera. She wears a simple black top with white stripes and jeans.
Things get livelier in the second photo. Father and daughter pose in front of an arched mirror at a pink dressing table. Mavie, her hair falling in soft curls, holds a makeup brush while her father takes the mirror selfie. The last two pictures are adorably comic. Mavie and Neymar are in frame in pink and black T-shirts, respectively. In one shot, she and her dad pout in unison, and in the next, both stare wide-eyed with their mouths open, making funny faces together.
The caption was written in Portuguese, and a translation shows how personal it is for the 34-year-old footballer. Neymar credits Mavie for helping him become a better father, not only to her but to her brothers and sisters. He adds that he always wanted a daughter and knew he would love the experience. He goes on to note that her smile, especially in her eyes, brightens his day. Neymar finishes his tribute to his daughter by promising to be her safe haven every day.
Mavie is one of Neymar Jr.'s four children. He has a son, Davi Lucca, with Carolina Dantas, while Mavie and Mel are his daughters with Bruna Biancardi. He also shares his daughter Helena with Amanda Kimberlly. In June, Neymar and Biancardi announced that they were expecting their third daughter together and Neymar's fifth child. The baby, whom they plan to name Mariah, will join Mavie and Mel.
#toddler #girl
Neymar Jr. posted the carousel on Instagram to mark his daughter Mavie's third birthday on 6 October. The first image is a sweet portrait where the toddler crawls on a wooden floor and beams at the camera. She wears a simple black top with white stripes and jeans.
Things get livelier in the second photo. Father and daughter pose in front of an arched mirror at a pink dressing table. Mavie, her hair falling in soft curls, holds a makeup brush while her father takes the mirror selfie. The last two pictures are adorably comic. Mavie and Neymar are in frame in pink and black T-shirts, respectively. In one shot, she and her dad pout in unison, and in the next, both stare wide-eyed with their mouths open, making funny faces together.
The caption was written in Portuguese, and a translation shows how personal it is for the 34-year-old footballer. Neymar credits Mavie for helping him become a better father, not only to her but to her brothers and sisters. He adds that he always wanted a daughter and knew he would love the experience. He goes on to note that her smile, especially in her eyes, brightens his day. Neymar finishes his tribute to his daughter by promising to be her safe haven every day.
Mavie is one of Neymar Jr.'s four children. He has a son, Davi Lucca, with Carolina Dantas, while Mavie and Mel are his daughters with Bruna Biancardi. He also shares his daughter Helena with Amanda Kimberlly. In June, Neymar and Biancardi announced that they were expecting their third daughter together and Neymar's fifth child. The baby, whom they plan to name Mariah, will join Mavie and Mel.
#toddler #girl
1 month ago
MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, put dozens of strangers through one of his outrageous tests: How long can people stay in a grocery store to win $250,000? One contestant, Juan Garcia, managed to do it and took home far more than he bargained for after spending over 200 days in the store.
Back in April, MrBeast uploaded a video to his channel ******* led "Last to Leave Grocery Store, Wins $250,000," and in the months since, the video racked up over 200 million views.
At the start of the video, MrBeast tells his audience he just bought a grocery store and uses the store's intercom to announce that the last person to leave wins the $250,000 prize pot (kept in a comically large gold shopping cart). Some shoppers immediately left with a bounty of groceries that MrBeast told everyone were free; others began to strategize, building forts and stockpiling food.
After 67 days, with only four contestants left, MrBeast decided to shake things up and gave them an ultimatum: If they decided to stay, he'd restock the entire grocery store, and the four of them had to eat all the groceries – if they were able to do so, they could split a $1,000,000 prize. They decided to stay, and the video ended on a cliffhanger, leaving fans wondering where the new video would be for months.
Today, MrBeast and his team finally released the second part, ******* led "Eat Everything In A Grocery Store Win $1,000,000."
#grocery #stay #decided #wins
Back in April, MrBeast uploaded a video to his channel ******* led "Last to Leave Grocery Store, Wins $250,000," and in the months since, the video racked up over 200 million views.
At the start of the video, MrBeast tells his audience he just bought a grocery store and uses the store's intercom to announce that the last person to leave wins the $250,000 prize pot (kept in a comically large gold shopping cart). Some shoppers immediately left with a bounty of groceries that MrBeast told everyone were free; others began to strategize, building forts and stockpiling food.
After 67 days, with only four contestants left, MrBeast decided to shake things up and gave them an ultimatum: If they decided to stay, he'd restock the entire grocery store, and the four of them had to eat all the groceries – if they were able to do so, they could split a $1,000,000 prize. They decided to stay, and the video ended on a cliffhanger, leaving fans wondering where the new video would be for months.
Today, MrBeast and his team finally released the second part, ******* led "Eat Everything In A Grocery Store Win $1,000,000."
#grocery #stay #decided #wins
1 month ago
A social media baking influencer has gone viral for breaking her granite countertop with chocolate in a comical fail moment.
The woman, known on Instagram and TikTok as Lily P Crumbs, did this by banging an 11-pound chocolate bar against her stone countertop, resulting in a hilarious viral video.
Alex George is a cooking and baking influencer, known on social media as Lily P Crumbs. Her content mostly focuses on recipes for sweet treats, such as cookies, cakes, brownies and such, and her videos have gone viral a few times before this incident.
However, George's most recent viral moment came from something that was not a recipe at all. On July 22nd, she posted a video of herself breaking her granite countertop with an 11-pound chocolate bar.
In over two months, the video racked up 10.3 million views on Instagram, 6.7 million views on TikTok, and hundreds of thousands of likes and thousands of comments on both platforms.
#viral #Media
The woman, known on Instagram and TikTok as Lily P Crumbs, did this by banging an 11-pound chocolate bar against her stone countertop, resulting in a hilarious viral video.
Alex George is a cooking and baking influencer, known on social media as Lily P Crumbs. Her content mostly focuses on recipes for sweet treats, such as cookies, cakes, brownies and such, and her videos have gone viral a few times before this incident.
However, George's most recent viral moment came from something that was not a recipe at all. On July 22nd, she posted a video of herself breaking her granite countertop with an 11-pound chocolate bar.
In over two months, the video racked up 10.3 million views on Instagram, 6.7 million views on TikTok, and hundreds of thousands of likes and thousands of comments on both platforms.
#viral #Media
1 month ago
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Jesse Tyler Ferguson recalled how his attempt to honor late friend Joan Rivers took a comically awkward turn.
After Joan died on September 14, 2014, at age 81, a shiva — the traditional seven days of mourning — was held in her memory. Ferguson, 50, thought he could slip over during a break in filming Modern Family.
"I got to know Joan Rivers a little bit at the end of her life, and I was invited to her shiva when she passed away," he told guest Arturo Castro on the Tuesday, September 29 episode of his Dinner on Me podcast. "There was an extra long break on either side of lunch where I wasn't needed, so I thought, 'I'm going to go to Joan's house and attend her shiva for a moment.'"
Once there, he explained, he found a "who's who of comedy," but then a text came in: Ferguson's scenes had been moved up and he was needed back in five minutes.
#ferguson
Jesse Tyler Ferguson recalled how his attempt to honor late friend Joan Rivers took a comically awkward turn.
After Joan died on September 14, 2014, at age 81, a shiva — the traditional seven days of mourning — was held in her memory. Ferguson, 50, thought he could slip over during a break in filming Modern Family.
"I got to know Joan Rivers a little bit at the end of her life, and I was invited to her shiva when she passed away," he told guest Arturo Castro on the Tuesday, September 29 episode of his Dinner on Me podcast. "There was an extra long break on either side of lunch where I wasn't needed, so I thought, 'I'm going to go to Joan's house and attend her shiva for a moment.'"
Once there, he explained, he found a "who's who of comedy," but then a text came in: Ferguson's scenes had been moved up and he was needed back in five minutes.
#ferguson
2 months ago
Adam Carolla cut right to the chase when he offered his take on President Donald Trump's plan to give out $5,000 to every American adult, as long as Republicans win the 2026 midterms.
"So now we're just bribing people," Carolla said on the Sunday episode of his podcast.
He said again it sounded like Trump was "bribin' 'em" to get votes — but Carolla didn't seem too upset about it.
The veteran comic and podcaster argued the Democratic Party has been doing its own version of freebie payments for decades, thanks to government programs like food stamps and states paying for the healthcare of low-income residents. Carolla said it "evidently works" when it comes to winning over voters, so Republicans should give it a shot.
"It definitely works on all the poor people," Carolla continued. "We'll just get you free cheese, and free school, and free Medicare, and we'll get you free sh*t. Why don't rich people start bribing people? Why not?"
#we 'll #like #adam
"So now we're just bribing people," Carolla said on the Sunday episode of his podcast.
He said again it sounded like Trump was "bribin' 'em" to get votes — but Carolla didn't seem too upset about it.
The veteran comic and podcaster argued the Democratic Party has been doing its own version of freebie payments for decades, thanks to government programs like food stamps and states paying for the healthcare of low-income residents. Carolla said it "evidently works" when it comes to winning over voters, so Republicans should give it a shot.
"It definitely works on all the poor people," Carolla continued. "We'll just get you free cheese, and free school, and free Medicare, and we'll get you free sh*t. Why don't rich people start bribing people? Why not?"
#we 'll #like #adam
2 months ago
After an epic 11-inning win Friday night against the Phillies, the Braves were hoping to finish them off in the division race. They got a bit of a boost from the Phillies scratching Jesus Luzardo with long-running shoulder soreness.
Tyler Mahle cruised through the first two hitters before Bryce Harper hit a monster homer and took a comical amount of time rounding the bases, clearly hitting back at the controversy from Zach Wheeler's comments about Ronald Acuna's home run celebrations last week. The Phillies had to be feeling good with a 1-0 lead for a couple innings there, until the Braves essentially ended the game with 8 runs in the fourth inning. Ronald Acuna kicked things off with a towering homer (and a normal home run trot).
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The Braves then got a walk, single, single, single, error, wild pitch, walk, double, and single to score another 7 runs. Drake Baldwin provided the double before things got all the way back around to Acuna for the last single, bringing home the last run of the inning.
Mahle continued to cruise after that Harper homer, finishing 7.0 innings of 1-run ball with no walks, even though he only had 7 whiffs and 3 strikeouts. The Braves added another run on in the sixth with a Ronald ABS strikeout-turned-walk, an error on an Olson ground ball, and an Ozzie sac fly. The Phillies got one back with a solo homer from Crawford in the eighth against Brent Suter. The Braves got another 3 runs against the position-player pitcher for Philly in the eighth, as Kiersey singled, Albies doubled, and Harris hit a homer off the right field foul pole. Suter finished off the Phillies in the ninth, as the Braves only needed to throw Mahle and Suter on the night. The Phillies' bullpen is in rough shape on the other side, after the 11-inning game Friday and the blowout bullpen game they suffered today.
#Phillies #home
Tyler Mahle cruised through the first two hitters before Bryce Harper hit a monster homer and took a comical amount of time rounding the bases, clearly hitting back at the controversy from Zach Wheeler's comments about Ronald Acuna's home run celebrations last week. The Phillies had to be feeling good with a 1-0 lead for a couple innings there, until the Braves essentially ended the game with 8 runs in the fourth inning. Ronald Acuna kicked things off with a towering homer (and a normal home run trot).
La Bestia mode activated 🔥#LocalFordDealer | ronaldacunajr24 pic.twitter.com/blKPAhoG0w
The Braves then got a walk, single, single, single, error, wild pitch, walk, double, and single to score another 7 runs. Drake Baldwin provided the double before things got all the way back around to Acuna for the last single, bringing home the last run of the inning.
Mahle continued to cruise after that Harper homer, finishing 7.0 innings of 1-run ball with no walks, even though he only had 7 whiffs and 3 strikeouts. The Braves added another run on in the sixth with a Ronald ABS strikeout-turned-walk, an error on an Olson ground ball, and an Ozzie sac fly. The Phillies got one back with a solo homer from Crawford in the eighth against Brent Suter. The Braves got another 3 runs against the position-player pitcher for Philly in the eighth, as Kiersey singled, Albies doubled, and Harris hit a homer off the right field foul pole. Suter finished off the Phillies in the ninth, as the Braves only needed to throw Mahle and Suter on the night. The Phillies' bullpen is in rough shape on the other side, after the 11-inning game Friday and the blowout bullpen game they suffered today.
#Phillies #home
2 months ago
Indiana Jones star Harrison Ford met his wife, Ally McBeal actress Calista Flockhart, in 2002.
The couple got engaged in 2009 and tied the knot over a year later. Ford, who is a dad to four children from his two previous marriages, also adopted Flockhart's son, Liam.
They've been supporting each other's careers over the years, with color-coordinated red carpet appearances and sweet shoutouts in acceptance speeches.
Back in 2002, Harrison Ford wasn't on Calista Flockhart's radar. "I remember loving him on Mosquito Coast, but I really didn't think about him," the actress said of Ford at the time. But that all changed after they met at the 59th Golden Globes with a meet-cute straight out of a '90s rom-com. Ford officially caught Flockhart's attention when he accidentally spilled wine on her dress mid-conversation. The comical moment apparently sealed the deal for Flockhart, and the two began dating from that point on.
"I'm in love. Romantic love is one of the most exciting and fulfilling kinds of love, and I think there is a potential for it at any stage of your life," Ford said in a 2003 interview, a year after meeting Flockhart. "I was not surprised that I was able to fall in love, and I wasn't surprised that I did."
#ford #actress #think #surprised
The couple got engaged in 2009 and tied the knot over a year later. Ford, who is a dad to four children from his two previous marriages, also adopted Flockhart's son, Liam.
They've been supporting each other's careers over the years, with color-coordinated red carpet appearances and sweet shoutouts in acceptance speeches.
Back in 2002, Harrison Ford wasn't on Calista Flockhart's radar. "I remember loving him on Mosquito Coast, but I really didn't think about him," the actress said of Ford at the time. But that all changed after they met at the 59th Golden Globes with a meet-cute straight out of a '90s rom-com. Ford officially caught Flockhart's attention when he accidentally spilled wine on her dress mid-conversation. The comical moment apparently sealed the deal for Flockhart, and the two began dating from that point on.
"I'm in love. Romantic love is one of the most exciting and fulfilling kinds of love, and I think there is a potential for it at any stage of your life," Ford said in a 2003 interview, a year after meeting Flockhart. "I was not surprised that I was able to fall in love, and I wasn't surprised that I did."
#ford #actress #think #surprised
2 months ago
Will Forte has been married to Olivia Modling since 2021.
The couple first met at a friend's party in 2018 and got engaged over the holidays the following year.
Forte and his partner, who works in business development, share two daughters.
Will Forte isn't just a celebrated comic actor—he's also a husband and father.
The Coyote vs. Acme star and his wife, Olivia Modling, first met at a friend's party in 2018. They got engaged over the 2019 holiday season and tied the knot in 2021, holding a surprise wedding for family and friends.
#engaged #coyote
The couple first met at a friend's party in 2018 and got engaged over the holidays the following year.
Forte and his partner, who works in business development, share two daughters.
Will Forte isn't just a celebrated comic actor—he's also a husband and father.
The Coyote vs. Acme star and his wife, Olivia Modling, first met at a friend's party in 2018. They got engaged over the 2019 holiday season and tied the knot in 2021, holding a surprise wedding for family and friends.
#engaged #coyote
2 months ago
George Kittle is making a valiant return from a torn Achilles tonight in the San Francisco 49ers' season opener against the Los Angeles Rams. It's been only eight months since he suffered the injury, a remarkably fast recovery for any player, let alone a 32-year-old tight end who plays a particularly physical style.
A seven-time Pro Bowler and two-time first-team All-Pro, Kittle has been one of the best at his position for nearly a decade. If he can successfully return to form after his Achilles injury, it'll only bolster his Hall of Fame case.
As Kittle makes his way back to the field, his wife, Claire Kittle, will be cheering him on. Here's what we know about Claire.
Claire is a former Iowa basketball player who now works as an influencer and model. The Kittles met while freshmen at Iowa, according to People, and they were friends for eight months before they began dating. Claire and George eloped in 2019 and got married again in 2021 to celebrate with friends and family. The couple enjoys comic books and video games, plus they live in Nashville in the offseason.
#claire #eight
A seven-time Pro Bowler and two-time first-team All-Pro, Kittle has been one of the best at his position for nearly a decade. If he can successfully return to form after his Achilles injury, it'll only bolster his Hall of Fame case.
As Kittle makes his way back to the field, his wife, Claire Kittle, will be cheering him on. Here's what we know about Claire.
Claire is a former Iowa basketball player who now works as an influencer and model. The Kittles met while freshmen at Iowa, according to People, and they were friends for eight months before they began dating. Claire and George eloped in 2019 and got married again in 2021 to celebrate with friends and family. The couple enjoys comic books and video games, plus they live in Nashville in the offseason.
#claire #eight
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Here's a roundup of the menswear looks away from the Venice Film Festival and The Gentlemen premiere, with Lewis Hamilton making an occasion of Monza, while Andrew Scott and Andrew Garfield returned to traditional tailoring.
Considering Monza is the home of Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton was always going to make his arrival count.
The driver wore a Saint Laurent Fall 2026 black pinstripe suit, and I love the proportions here. We all know how much Lewis loves an oversized silhouette, sometimes to comical proportions, but the strong shoulders and wide-leg trousers give the classic shirt-and-tie combination a more contemporary feel, while the Kangol hat adds that signature Lewis touch.
Saint Laurent Stanton shoes, Renato Cipullo's Beryl Topiary ring and Briony Raymond Slim Sloan hoop earrings completed his look.
Styled by Eric McNeal.
#hamilton #monza #venice
Considering Monza is the home of Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton was always going to make his arrival count.
The driver wore a Saint Laurent Fall 2026 black pinstripe suit, and I love the proportions here. We all know how much Lewis loves an oversized silhouette, sometimes to comical proportions, but the strong shoulders and wide-leg trousers give the classic shirt-and-tie combination a more contemporary feel, while the Kangol hat adds that signature Lewis touch.
Saint Laurent Stanton shoes, Renato Cipullo's Beryl Topiary ring and Briony Raymond Slim Sloan hoop earrings completed his look.
Styled by Eric McNeal.
#hamilton #monza #venice
2 months ago
Conan O'Brien joked about having the same decorating style as President Donald Trump during a silly moment on his latest podcast.
While riffing about his beloved golden retriever on Monday's episode of "Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend," the comic said he deals with his dog's shedding habit by buying exclusively gold clothes.
Spotting an opportunity to roast the president and his famous fondness for shiny things, O'Brien said he'd even given his home the Midas touch with a metallic paint job and "all gold rugs."
President Donald Trump in his fabulously gilded Oval Office on July 21. Kevin Dietsch via Getty Images
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#Trump #friend
While riffing about his beloved golden retriever on Monday's episode of "Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend," the comic said he deals with his dog's shedding habit by buying exclusively gold clothes.
Spotting an opportunity to roast the president and his famous fondness for shiny things, O'Brien said he'd even given his home the Midas touch with a metallic paint job and "all gold rugs."
President Donald Trump in his fabulously gilded Oval Office on July 21. Kevin Dietsch via Getty Images
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#Trump #friend
2 months ago
Mel Gibson has issued an apology amid backlash over his recent appearance at FanExpo Canada.
At the event, the Oscar-winner was caught on camera mocking an ASL interpreter as her prepared to commence a Q&A. Video of the incident was widely circulated on social media platforms, with Gibson condemned for his insensitive actions.
"Sometimes when you get pushed out on a stage in a spotlight your mind is all over the place, and sometimes spontaneous thoughtless idiocy is displayed," Gibson said in a statement to Variety.
"There was no intended maliciousness attached, and I certainly apologise to anyone who was upset by it."
Gibson's actions have been contrasted with those of Reacher star Alan Ritchson at the same event, who was praised for shaking the hand of the interpreter after his own Q&A wrapped.
FanExpo Canada is held annually and is billed as "the largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime and gaming event in Canada and the third-largest Pop Culture event in North America". Gibson's appearance at this year's expo took place on Saturday and included autograph and photo opportunities for fans.
#Event #appearance #interpreter #actions
At the event, the Oscar-winner was caught on camera mocking an ASL interpreter as her prepared to commence a Q&A. Video of the incident was widely circulated on social media platforms, with Gibson condemned for his insensitive actions.
"Sometimes when you get pushed out on a stage in a spotlight your mind is all over the place, and sometimes spontaneous thoughtless idiocy is displayed," Gibson said in a statement to Variety.
"There was no intended maliciousness attached, and I certainly apologise to anyone who was upset by it."
Gibson's actions have been contrasted with those of Reacher star Alan Ritchson at the same event, who was praised for shaking the hand of the interpreter after his own Q&A wrapped.
FanExpo Canada is held annually and is billed as "the largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime and gaming event in Canada and the third-largest Pop Culture event in North America". Gibson's appearance at this year's expo took place on Saturday and included autograph and photo opportunities for fans.
#Event #appearance #interpreter #actions
2 months ago
Mel Gibson has come under fire after mocking an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter during a Fan Expo Canada panel over the weekend.
Page Six reported that the Braveheart actor walked on stage, waved at the crowd, and then mimicked the interpreter's signs. The clip has now gone viral with people calling his behavior "bonkers," "despicable," and "gross."
"This choice is bonkers to me. *interpreter just doing their job, people clapping for you, positive vibes* Mel Gibson: *makes fun of ASL interpreter for no reason at all* What dysfunction causes a brain to need to be casually cruel for no reason?" one social media user wrote via X.
After the clip was widely circulated, the Oscar winner issued an apology for his behavior at "the largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime and gaming event in Canada."
#interpreter
Page Six reported that the Braveheart actor walked on stage, waved at the crowd, and then mimicked the interpreter's signs. The clip has now gone viral with people calling his behavior "bonkers," "despicable," and "gross."
"This choice is bonkers to me. *interpreter just doing their job, people clapping for you, positive vibes* Mel Gibson: *makes fun of ASL interpreter for no reason at all* What dysfunction causes a brain to need to be casually cruel for no reason?" one social media user wrote via X.
After the clip was widely circulated, the Oscar winner issued an apology for his behavior at "the largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime and gaming event in Canada."
#interpreter
2 months ago
Blake Lively isn't the only one feeling the fallout from her It Ends With Us battle with Justin Baldoni. A source tells Star that Ryan Reynolds' involvement in the ensuing scandal has brought repercussions of its own.
"Sure, Ryan was all smiles and jokes at Comic Con this summer but it's a much darker time than he's letting on," dishes the source. "He has privately acknowledged that it could take years to win back the full confidence of the industry that he enjoyed before he and Blake went to war with Justin."
Reynolds, 49, faced backlash after Lively, 39, told E! News that he re-wrote the film's iconic rooftop scene. His "manipulative" email to the book's author, Colleen Hoover, sent after the movie premiered in 2024, also drew criticism from fans, as Star previously reported.
"His significant involvement with the difficult It Ends With Us production and aftermath has made people wary of him and less willing than they were a couple of years ago to hand over total creative control of a given project to him and his company," the source reveals.
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#star #ryan
"Sure, Ryan was all smiles and jokes at Comic Con this summer but it's a much darker time than he's letting on," dishes the source. "He has privately acknowledged that it could take years to win back the full confidence of the industry that he enjoyed before he and Blake went to war with Justin."
Reynolds, 49, faced backlash after Lively, 39, told E! News that he re-wrote the film's iconic rooftop scene. His "manipulative" email to the book's author, Colleen Hoover, sent after the movie premiered in 2024, also drew criticism from fans, as Star previously reported.
"His significant involvement with the difficult It Ends With Us production and aftermath has made people wary of him and less willing than they were a couple of years ago to hand over total creative control of a given project to him and his company," the source reveals.
Image Press Agency / MEGA
#star #ryan
2 months ago
Bayern Munich are heavy favorites to lift the Bundesliga once again this season and it didn't take the home side long to show why that is. While there are still new faces here adjusting to the team, the match was the perfect start to the season, with Bayern getting in the win column in front of the Allianz Arena crowd.
After giving Josha Vagnomann plenty of criticism in the past for his brief appearances for the German national team, the Stuttgart defender came up big for the visitors today. Outside of the goal, the German had a generally strong game and was an impressive player for Stuttgart on the day. That of course changed when the German defender made a comical error of an own goal, sliding into the ball, putting it past his own goalkeeper.
While Finn Jeltsch had less memorable moments in the match, his consistency at his age is remarkable, and he is the clear leader of an already strong backline. Jeltsch remains a bright young star to watch out for in the future.
It would be easy to give the choice to Upamecano after he opened up Bayern's account for the Bundesliga season, and had an overall impressive match. However, Upamecano often gets his flowers for how great he has been over the last year.
Another player that does deserve their flowers today is Davies. The Canadian was highly criticized for sitting out the majority of the World Cup for his host nation, but the defender looks hungry this season in a way we haven't seen in some time. While he won't be credited for any goal contributions today, it was his action that lead to Vagnomann's own goal. If Davies can keep up this attacking threat all year round, Kompany will have a ridiculous amount of good options at his disposal.
#german #defender #bayern
After giving Josha Vagnomann plenty of criticism in the past for his brief appearances for the German national team, the Stuttgart defender came up big for the visitors today. Outside of the goal, the German had a generally strong game and was an impressive player for Stuttgart on the day. That of course changed when the German defender made a comical error of an own goal, sliding into the ball, putting it past his own goalkeeper.
While Finn Jeltsch had less memorable moments in the match, his consistency at his age is remarkable, and he is the clear leader of an already strong backline. Jeltsch remains a bright young star to watch out for in the future.
It would be easy to give the choice to Upamecano after he opened up Bayern's account for the Bundesliga season, and had an overall impressive match. However, Upamecano often gets his flowers for how great he has been over the last year.
Another player that does deserve their flowers today is Davies. The Canadian was highly criticized for sitting out the majority of the World Cup for his host nation, but the defender looks hungry this season in a way we haven't seen in some time. While he won't be credited for any goal contributions today, it was his action that lead to Vagnomann's own goal. If Davies can keep up this attacking threat all year round, Kompany will have a ridiculous amount of good options at his disposal.
#german #defender #bayern
2 months ago
President Trump's daughter Ivanka is being hammered after quoting Dolly Parton in a heartfelt social media tribute.
Parton's death at 80 was announced on Tuesday. In a statement to People, her representatives said the "9 to 5″ singer died following a "brief battle with cancer," but did not disclose the type.
Ivanka, 44, joined the outpouring of love for Parton and her legacy online. She said they had never met, but hailed her as a "peerless singer, incredible songwriter, gifted comic actress, tireless philanthropist, accomplished businesswoman and true original."
However, a particular quote from Parton that Ivanka cited, "I don't criticize and condemn; I love and accept," created a backlash on her social media.
The businesswoman said the open-hearted quote had "resonated within me since I first heard it," and noted she had also shared the "piece of wisdom" from Parton when she appeared on Lex Fridman's podcast in 2024.
#ivanka #singer #president #dolly
Parton's death at 80 was announced on Tuesday. In a statement to People, her representatives said the "9 to 5″ singer died following a "brief battle with cancer," but did not disclose the type.
Ivanka, 44, joined the outpouring of love for Parton and her legacy online. She said they had never met, but hailed her as a "peerless singer, incredible songwriter, gifted comic actress, tireless philanthropist, accomplished businesswoman and true original."
However, a particular quote from Parton that Ivanka cited, "I don't criticize and condemn; I love and accept," created a backlash on her social media.
The businesswoman said the open-hearted quote had "resonated within me since I first heard it," and noted she had also shared the "piece of wisdom" from Parton when she appeared on Lex Fridman's podcast in 2024.
#ivanka #singer #president #dolly
3 months ago
Joe Rogan lambasted Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) for dismissing concerns about people taking unpopular hard-left stances by claiming "Woke 1 was crazy," with Rogan saying AOC needs to do more than just shrug it off — she needs to explain why her own views changed.
The veteran comic went off on AOC during his Friday podcast. He started off by saying the liberal lawmaker has been looking "hot" in her recent videos where she talks about freezing her eggs, before quickly pivoting to bashing her for her viral "Woke 1" remark.
"[It] makes me think that you're willing to change your opinions based on public reaction. I don't like that," Rogan vented. "Because if you really thought 'defund the police,' and then you just [ascribed] it to 'Woke 1 was crazy,' well how did it get you? Because it didn't get me. How did it get you?"
Rogan continued:
Give me your thoughts. How far out did you track the consequences of defunding the police? Because I immediately went to, you're going to have more crime because no one is going to be able to stop teh crime. IT's going to get scary and ten you're going to want more police and saying 'defund the police' is just going to make more police and more control and more totalitarian government.
#saying
The veteran comic went off on AOC during his Friday podcast. He started off by saying the liberal lawmaker has been looking "hot" in her recent videos where she talks about freezing her eggs, before quickly pivoting to bashing her for her viral "Woke 1" remark.
"[It] makes me think that you're willing to change your opinions based on public reaction. I don't like that," Rogan vented. "Because if you really thought 'defund the police,' and then you just [ascribed] it to 'Woke 1 was crazy,' well how did it get you? Because it didn't get me. How did it get you?"
Rogan continued:
Give me your thoughts. How far out did you track the consequences of defunding the police? Because I immediately went to, you're going to have more crime because no one is going to be able to stop teh crime. IT's going to get scary and ten you're going to want more police and saying 'defund the police' is just going to make more police and more control and more totalitarian government.
#saying
3 months ago
Sydney Sweeney channelled one of television's most iconic superheroes as she slipped into a plunging Wonder Woman costume for a fun-filled getaway with boyfriend Scooter Braun.
The Euphoria star, 28, looked sensational in the strapless red, blue and gold ensemble, which appeared to take its inspiration from the costume worn by Lynda Carter in the classic 1970s television series.
Sydney completed her transformation with Wonder Woman's signature gold tiara, metallic cuffs and knee-high red boots, wearing her blonde hair loose around her shoulders.
Sydney looked amazing as Wonder Woman (@ Sydney Sweeney/Instagram)
Scooter, 45, joined in the fun by dressing as Superman in a skintight blue unitard emblazoned with the superhero's unmistakable red and yellow emblem. The music mogul posed proudly alongside Sydney as the couple showed off their coordinating DC Comics costumes.
#sweeney #woman #blue #braun
The Euphoria star, 28, looked sensational in the strapless red, blue and gold ensemble, which appeared to take its inspiration from the costume worn by Lynda Carter in the classic 1970s television series.
Sydney completed her transformation with Wonder Woman's signature gold tiara, metallic cuffs and knee-high red boots, wearing her blonde hair loose around her shoulders.
Sydney looked amazing as Wonder Woman (@ Sydney Sweeney/Instagram)
Scooter, 45, joined in the fun by dressing as Superman in a skintight blue unitard emblazoned with the superhero's unmistakable red and yellow emblem. The music mogul posed proudly alongside Sydney as the couple showed off their coordinating DC Comics costumes.
#sweeney #woman #blue #braun
3 months ago
FAN EXPO Canada returns with celebs such as John Cena, Alan Ritchson, and more, with plenty of attractions held from August 27-30, 2026.
FAN EXPO Canada 2026 rolls out a massive red carpet, with stars from various pop culture backgrounds. This includes celebs from comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, cosplay, and last but certainly not least, the film and TV industry. This year's major celebrity guests list consists of Mel Gibson, John Cena, Elijah Wood, Alan Ritchson, Mr. T, Sean Astin, William Fichtner, and more. Guests are always encouraged to check out all the activations and shopping as well, especially Artist Alley!
John Cena Live: A ticketed event to see (or not see) the wrestling legend, superhero, Fast & Furious icon, and genuinely great human being.
An Evening With The Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years - A ticketed event where audiences join the Fellowship as Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Dominic Monaghan, and Billy Boyd reunite to celebrate 25 years of The Lord of the Rings with an on-stage panel filled with behind-the-scenes stories.
Second Breakfast, An Unexpected Feast With The Hobbits: Hungry like a hobbit? Grab a napkin and settle in for Second Breakfast hosted by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd, and Dominic Monaghan for a celebration that will rival Bilbo Baggins' 111th Birthday. (Ticketed Event that takes place at InterContinental Toronto)
#elijah #Event #Expo #canada
FAN EXPO Canada 2026 rolls out a massive red carpet, with stars from various pop culture backgrounds. This includes celebs from comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, cosplay, and last but certainly not least, the film and TV industry. This year's major celebrity guests list consists of Mel Gibson, John Cena, Elijah Wood, Alan Ritchson, Mr. T, Sean Astin, William Fichtner, and more. Guests are always encouraged to check out all the activations and shopping as well, especially Artist Alley!
John Cena Live: A ticketed event to see (or not see) the wrestling legend, superhero, Fast & Furious icon, and genuinely great human being.
An Evening With The Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years - A ticketed event where audiences join the Fellowship as Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Dominic Monaghan, and Billy Boyd reunite to celebrate 25 years of The Lord of the Rings with an on-stage panel filled with behind-the-scenes stories.
Second Breakfast, An Unexpected Feast With The Hobbits: Hungry like a hobbit? Grab a napkin and settle in for Second Breakfast hosted by Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd, and Dominic Monaghan for a celebration that will rival Bilbo Baggins' 111th Birthday. (Ticketed Event that takes place at InterContinental Toronto)
#elijah #Event #Expo #canada
3 months ago
Family, friends, fellow performers and fans of veteran comic Jimmy Cricket have gathered for his funeral.
The Northern Ireland-born comedian, real name James Joseph Mulgrew, died on 3 August aged 80.
Many mourners at Salford Cathedral responded to his family's request to wear bow ties in a nod to one of his props, while his trademark stage wellies and bowler hat were placed at the cathedral entrance next to a book of condolence.
The requiem Mass was led by his son Fr Frankiel Mulgrew, who is based at the cathedral.
Jimmy Cricket died earlier this month, aged 80 [PA]
#jimmy
The Northern Ireland-born comedian, real name James Joseph Mulgrew, died on 3 August aged 80.
Many mourners at Salford Cathedral responded to his family's request to wear bow ties in a nod to one of his props, while his trademark stage wellies and bowler hat were placed at the cathedral entrance next to a book of condolence.
The requiem Mass was led by his son Fr Frankiel Mulgrew, who is based at the cathedral.
Jimmy Cricket died earlier this month, aged 80 [PA]
#jimmy
3 months ago
Kountry Wayne, the Southern comic who landed major streaming releases for his first two specials, has an unusual origin story.
While many comedians have built audiences through social media, Wayne took a more specialized route: He zeroed in on vertical micro-dramas, a format that helped him build both a lucrative online business and a substantial touring audience.
More from Deadline
Dan Ahdoot Releasing New Stand-Up Special 'Yes, I Am Falafel Phil' With Comedy Dynamics
Nikki Glaser Signs With WME
#wayne #stand #special
While many comedians have built audiences through social media, Wayne took a more specialized route: He zeroed in on vertical micro-dramas, a format that helped him build both a lucrative online business and a substantial touring audience.
More from Deadline
Dan Ahdoot Releasing New Stand-Up Special 'Yes, I Am Falafel Phil' With Comedy Dynamics
Nikki Glaser Signs With WME
#wayne #stand #special
3 months ago
A venue has accepted that it discriminated against a Jewish comedian when it cancelled his show at last year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Stand-up comic Philip Simon had been due to perform a solo show called "Shall I Compere Thee In A Funny Way" at the Banshee Labyrinth, on the city's Niddry Street.
However, the venue pulled his act over what it said were his views on the conflict in Gaza.
In a statement given at the time to industry magazine Chortle, the venue said Simon had expressed views on social media and elsewhere that it said "align with the rhetoric and symbology of groups ***** ociated with humanitarian violations."
Responding to the decision on social media, the performer said he had been cancelled "just for being Jewish."
#show #views #Media
Stand-up comic Philip Simon had been due to perform a solo show called "Shall I Compere Thee In A Funny Way" at the Banshee Labyrinth, on the city's Niddry Street.
However, the venue pulled his act over what it said were his views on the conflict in Gaza.
In a statement given at the time to industry magazine Chortle, the venue said Simon had expressed views on social media and elsewhere that it said "align with the rhetoric and symbology of groups ***** ociated with humanitarian violations."
Responding to the decision on social media, the performer said he had been cancelled "just for being Jewish."
#show #views #Media
3 months ago
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Sebastian Maniscalco has emerged as one of the biggest stand ups out there. After going viral for his over-the-top stories about his family and married life, he is now playing arenas, including Madison Square Garden. Since his fame has risen, he has become notable enough to be impersonated on Saturday Night Live. Not just once, but he's been impersonated twice by both Marcello Hernández (with Harry Styles' help). But how does Maniscalco feel about them?
In a recent interview with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show, the comic opened up about what it was like to see himself spoofed on the show. He said it was flattering, but also sounds a bit annoyed that he himself hasn't been on SNL, despite it being a breeding ground for so many comedian careers, and it being a big milestone for a famous comedian to host.
His dad apparently felt the same way.
#future #madison
Credit: NBC
Sebastian Maniscalco has emerged as one of the biggest stand ups out there. After going viral for his over-the-top stories about his family and married life, he is now playing arenas, including Madison Square Garden. Since his fame has risen, he has become notable enough to be impersonated on Saturday Night Live. Not just once, but he's been impersonated twice by both Marcello Hernández (with Harry Styles' help). But how does Maniscalco feel about them?
In a recent interview with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show, the comic opened up about what it was like to see himself spoofed on the show. He said it was flattering, but also sounds a bit annoyed that he himself hasn't been on SNL, despite it being a breeding ground for so many comedian careers, and it being a big milestone for a famous comedian to host.
His dad apparently felt the same way.
#future #madison
3 months ago
Texas A&M's 2026 season opener vs. Missouri State is less than three weeks away, and after the Aggies' ninth preseason practice, which included the program's first closed scrimmage on Saturday, everything is seemingly coming together for third-year coach Mike Elko and his revamped 2026 roster.
Whether it be redshirt junior quarterback Marcel Reed, nearly every wide receiver on the roster, or Northwestern transfer Edge Anto Saka, the Aggies have made significant progress over the last two weeks, and after Saturday's scrimmage, which included one of Reed's more impressive deep ***** to Alabama transfer WR Isaiah Horton, the offense is gaining more steam ahead of the season opener.
Still, plenty of questions remain, and SEC ***** yst Chris Marler released his own three "burning questions" for Texas A&M, centered around the program's four new starters along the offensive line, new OC Holmon Wiggins' lack of play-calling experience, and, for comical relief, Marler hating on A&M's new alternative uniforms that were revealed on Friday.
After adding four SEC starting offensive linemen from the transfer portal, OL coach Adam Cushing's development background should be trusted, as four 2025 starters were selected in the 2026 NFL Draft, while former South Carolina guard Trovon Baugh and Alabama transfer Wilkin Formby have stood out this preseason.
Ignoring Marler's alternative jersey critique, he does have a point regarding A&M's offense, which finished top 5 in the SEC in yards per game and per play, while Wiggins, who served as Collin Klein's co-OC over the last two seasons, is expected to utilize Marcel Reed's dual-threat skill set and roll the veteran QB out much more in RPO and play-action looks.
#play #marcel #wiggins
Whether it be redshirt junior quarterback Marcel Reed, nearly every wide receiver on the roster, or Northwestern transfer Edge Anto Saka, the Aggies have made significant progress over the last two weeks, and after Saturday's scrimmage, which included one of Reed's more impressive deep ***** to Alabama transfer WR Isaiah Horton, the offense is gaining more steam ahead of the season opener.
Still, plenty of questions remain, and SEC ***** yst Chris Marler released his own three "burning questions" for Texas A&M, centered around the program's four new starters along the offensive line, new OC Holmon Wiggins' lack of play-calling experience, and, for comical relief, Marler hating on A&M's new alternative uniforms that were revealed on Friday.
After adding four SEC starting offensive linemen from the transfer portal, OL coach Adam Cushing's development background should be trusted, as four 2025 starters were selected in the 2026 NFL Draft, while former South Carolina guard Trovon Baugh and Alabama transfer Wilkin Formby have stood out this preseason.
Ignoring Marler's alternative jersey critique, he does have a point regarding A&M's offense, which finished top 5 in the SEC in yards per game and per play, while Wiggins, who served as Collin Klein's co-OC over the last two seasons, is expected to utilize Marcel Reed's dual-threat skill set and roll the veteran QB out much more in RPO and play-action looks.
#play #marcel #wiggins
3 months ago
Curating these pieces is a juxtaposing activity. Because I put them together the day after the game in question, usually my own personal emotions have calmed down a little. But essentially, I then relive the experience all again going through the reaction.
That is a very nice feeling after a win – not so much after a result like Saturday's. While imperfect, the first half was electric, and a faraway cry from what we experienced last season in the best way possible.
The second however was nothing short of unacceptable, and it was film we'd all seen too many times before. Here's how you reacted to the key talking points.
The worst part of that second-half performance was the fact that, after a summer of progress and seeming positive steps, the same cracks we saw so painfully often last season were still there.
Countless comical defensive errors, a midfield all at sea that the opposition played through with ease and a jarringly blunt attacking showing – particularly once Jack Marriott was subbed off.
#half #season #marriott #juxtaposing
That is a very nice feeling after a win – not so much after a result like Saturday's. While imperfect, the first half was electric, and a faraway cry from what we experienced last season in the best way possible.
The second however was nothing short of unacceptable, and it was film we'd all seen too many times before. Here's how you reacted to the key talking points.
The worst part of that second-half performance was the fact that, after a summer of progress and seeming positive steps, the same cracks we saw so painfully often last season were still there.
Countless comical defensive errors, a midfield all at sea that the opposition played through with ease and a jarringly blunt attacking showing – particularly once Jack Marriott was subbed off.
#half #season #marriott #juxtaposing
