1 month ago
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Oct. 11-17:
Oct. 11: Country singer Gene Watson is 83. Singer Daryl Hall of Hall and Oates is 80. Actor Catlin Adams ("The Jerk," "The Jazz Singer") is 76. Country singer Paulette Carlson (Highway 101) is 75. MTV VJ Mark Goodman is 74. Actor David Morse ("St. Elsewhere") is 73. Actor Stephen Spinella ("24") is 70. Actor Joan Cusack is 64. Guitarist Scott Johnson of Gin Blossoms is 64. Actor-writer Michael J. Nelson ("Mystery Science Theater 3000") is 62. Actor Sean Patrick Flanery is 61. Actor Lennie James ("The Walking Dead") is 61. Musician Todd Snider is 60. Actor Artie Lange ("MADtv") is 59. Actor Jane Krakowski ("30 Rock," "Ally McBeal") is 58. Actor Andrea Navedo ("Jane the Virgin") is 57. Rapper MC Lyte is 56. Actor Constance Zimmer ("UnREAL," "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.") is 56. Actor Darien Sills-Evans ("Superior Donuts," "Treme") is 52. Singer NeeNa Lee is 51. Actor Emily Deschanel ("Bones") is 50. Actor Trevor Donovan ("90210") is 48. Rapper Cardi B is 34.
Oct. 13: Gospel singer Shirley Caesar is 89. Musician Paul Simon is 85. Keyboardist Robert Lamm of Chicago is 82. Country singer Lacy J. Dalton is 80. Singer Sammy Hagar is 79. Singer John Ford Coley of England Dan and John Ford Coley is 78. Model Beverly Johnson is 74. Actor John Lone ("The Last Emperor," "Rush Hour 2") is 74. "The X-Files" creator Chris Carter is 70. Singer Cherrelle is 67. Singer-actor-talk show host Marie Osmond is 67. Singer Joey Belladonna of Anthrax is 66. Actor T'Keyah Crystal Keymah ("That's So Raven," "In Living Color") is 64. Country singer John Wiggins is 64. Actor Christopher Judge (TV's "Stargate SG-1") is 62. Actor Matt Walsh ("Veep") is 62. Actor Reginald Ballard ("Martin," "The Bernie Mac Show") is 61. Actor Kate Walsh ("Private Practice," "Grey's Anatomy") is 59. Musician Jeff Allen of Mint Condition is 58. Actor Tisha Campbell-Martin ("My Wife and Kids," "Martin") is 58. Country singer Rhett Akins is 57. TV personality Billy Bush is 55. Actor Sacha Baron Cohen ("Borat," "Da Ali G Show") is 55. Guitarist Jan Van Sichem Jr. of K's Choice is 54. Singers Brandon and Brian Casey of Jagged Edge are 51. Actor Kiele Sanchez ("Lost") is 50. Singer Ashanti is 46. Singer-rapper Lumidee is 46. Contemporary Christian singer Jon Micah Sumrall of Kutless is 46. Actor Caleb McLaughlin ("Stranger Things") is 25.
Oct. 14: Director Carroll Ballard ("The Black Stallion") is 89. Singer Cliff Richard is 86. Singer Justin Hayward of the Moody Blues is 80. Actor Greg Evigan ("My Two Dads," "B.J. and the Bear") is 73. Singer Thomas Dolby is 68. Actor Lori Petty ("A League of Their Own") is 63. Actor Steve Coogan ("Night at the Museum" movies) is 61. Singer Karyn White is 61. Actor Edward Kerr ("Pretty Little Liars," "Snoops") is 60. Actor Jon Seda ("Chicago P.D.," "Homicide: Life on the Street") is 56. Bassist Doug Virden (Sons of the Desert) is 56. Country singer Natalie Maines of The Chicks is 52. Singer Shaznay Lewis of All Saints is 5
Oct. 11: Country singer Gene Watson is 83. Singer Daryl Hall of Hall and Oates is 80. Actor Catlin Adams ("The Jerk," "The Jazz Singer") is 76. Country singer Paulette Carlson (Highway 101) is 75. MTV VJ Mark Goodman is 74. Actor David Morse ("St. Elsewhere") is 73. Actor Stephen Spinella ("24") is 70. Actor Joan Cusack is 64. Guitarist Scott Johnson of Gin Blossoms is 64. Actor-writer Michael J. Nelson ("Mystery Science Theater 3000") is 62. Actor Sean Patrick Flanery is 61. Actor Lennie James ("The Walking Dead") is 61. Musician Todd Snider is 60. Actor Artie Lange ("MADtv") is 59. Actor Jane Krakowski ("30 Rock," "Ally McBeal") is 58. Actor Andrea Navedo ("Jane the Virgin") is 57. Rapper MC Lyte is 56. Actor Constance Zimmer ("UnREAL," "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.") is 56. Actor Darien Sills-Evans ("Superior Donuts," "Treme") is 52. Singer NeeNa Lee is 51. Actor Emily Deschanel ("Bones") is 50. Actor Trevor Donovan ("90210") is 48. Rapper Cardi B is 34.
Oct. 13: Gospel singer Shirley Caesar is 89. Musician Paul Simon is 85. Keyboardist Robert Lamm of Chicago is 82. Country singer Lacy J. Dalton is 80. Singer Sammy Hagar is 79. Singer John Ford Coley of England Dan and John Ford Coley is 78. Model Beverly Johnson is 74. Actor John Lone ("The Last Emperor," "Rush Hour 2") is 74. "The X-Files" creator Chris Carter is 70. Singer Cherrelle is 67. Singer-actor-talk show host Marie Osmond is 67. Singer Joey Belladonna of Anthrax is 66. Actor T'Keyah Crystal Keymah ("That's So Raven," "In Living Color") is 64. Country singer John Wiggins is 64. Actor Christopher Judge (TV's "Stargate SG-1") is 62. Actor Matt Walsh ("Veep") is 62. Actor Reginald Ballard ("Martin," "The Bernie Mac Show") is 61. Actor Kate Walsh ("Private Practice," "Grey's Anatomy") is 59. Musician Jeff Allen of Mint Condition is 58. Actor Tisha Campbell-Martin ("My Wife and Kids," "Martin") is 58. Country singer Rhett Akins is 57. TV personality Billy Bush is 55. Actor Sacha Baron Cohen ("Borat," "Da Ali G Show") is 55. Guitarist Jan Van Sichem Jr. of K's Choice is 54. Singers Brandon and Brian Casey of Jagged Edge are 51. Actor Kiele Sanchez ("Lost") is 50. Singer Ashanti is 46. Singer-rapper Lumidee is 46. Contemporary Christian singer Jon Micah Sumrall of Kutless is 46. Actor Caleb McLaughlin ("Stranger Things") is 25.
Oct. 14: Director Carroll Ballard ("The Black Stallion") is 89. Singer Cliff Richard is 86. Singer Justin Hayward of the Moody Blues is 80. Actor Greg Evigan ("My Two Dads," "B.J. and the Bear") is 73. Singer Thomas Dolby is 68. Actor Lori Petty ("A League of Their Own") is 63. Actor Steve Coogan ("Night at the Museum" movies) is 61. Singer Karyn White is 61. Actor Edward Kerr ("Pretty Little Liars," "Snoops") is 60. Actor Jon Seda ("Chicago P.D.," "Homicide: Life on the Street") is 56. Bassist Doug Virden (Sons of the Desert) is 56. Country singer Natalie Maines of The Chicks is 52. Singer Shaznay Lewis of All Saints is 5
2 months ago
The "Olympics of Grappling" is back, with the 2026 ADCC World Championships set to again feature majority of the very best Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) athletes in the world. The prestigious biennial event will have nine tournaments running through Saturday and Sunday (September 12-13, 2026), at the Tauron Arena in Krakow, Poland.
The iconic no gi tournament will stream LIVE on FloGrappling, with the broadcast starting at 5 a.m. ET on both days.
This post will feature results and highlights from Day 1, which will have the opening rounds and quarterfinals matches from eight men's divisions and three women's divisions.
Check here for picks, predictions and an in-depth preview of ADCC 2026, and follow along with all the grappling action below.
The brackets and opening round match ups for ADCC 2026 have just been released and can be found here. A free live stream of the earlier matches will be on YouTube, and is embedded below.
#adcc #feature #opening
The iconic no gi tournament will stream LIVE on FloGrappling, with the broadcast starting at 5 a.m. ET on both days.
This post will feature results and highlights from Day 1, which will have the opening rounds and quarterfinals matches from eight men's divisions and three women's divisions.
Check here for picks, predictions and an in-depth preview of ADCC 2026, and follow along with all the grappling action below.
The brackets and opening round match ups for ADCC 2026 have just been released and can be found here. A free live stream of the earlier matches will be on YouTube, and is embedded below.
#adcc #feature #opening
2 months ago
Guests at Kallmeyer's spring 2027 show included Jane Krakowski, Julianna Margulies, Sarita Choudhury, Molly Ringwald, Abbi Jacobson, Justine Lupe, Scout Willis, Janicza Bravo, Nicole Brydon Bloom, Celine Song and Quincy Tyler Bernstine.
"I love Daniella and I'm so excited for her about the level of what has happened just in the last few months for her," Krakowski praised of the designer.
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"I love Daniella and I'm so excited for her about the level of what has happened just in the last few months for her," Krakowski praised of the designer.
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3 months 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
3 months ago
Josh Windass and Ben Sheaf are unavailable for Wrexham's Carabao Cup first round encounter with Middlesbrough at Riverside Stadium on Friday night (20:00 BST).
Forward Windass - who netted 17 goals across all competitions in his debut campaign with the Red Dragons last term - did not feature in any of Wrexham's pre-season friendlies due to a calf issue.
Midfielder Sheaf was also a notable absentee for his side's summer fixtures against Wisla Krakow, Manchester United, Leeds United, Liverpool and Sunderland.
"Josh is still not where he needs to be yet, which is frustrating for us," said manager Phil Parkinson.
"Sheafo is making decent progress.
#josh #sheaf #stadium #Friday
Forward Windass - who netted 17 goals across all competitions in his debut campaign with the Red Dragons last term - did not feature in any of Wrexham's pre-season friendlies due to a calf issue.
Midfielder Sheaf was also a notable absentee for his side's summer fixtures against Wisla Krakow, Manchester United, Leeds United, Liverpool and Sunderland.
"Josh is still not where he needs to be yet, which is frustrating for us," said manager Phil Parkinson.
"Sheafo is making decent progress.
#josh #sheaf #stadium #Friday
3 months ago
When Calls the Heart stars Erin Krakow and Ben Rosenbaum recently welcomed their first child. They have been very private about their family's new addition, but Krakow just shared a sweet glimpse of her daughter with her social media followers. Hallmark fans are going wild over it.
On July 29, Krakow shared a pair of photos on her Instagram page. The caption read, "Plane selfie(s) not a plain selfie." Both photos showed just a hint of her daughter's head as the baby cozily nestled against her mom's chest in a carrier.
The first photo showed just Krakow and her baby. The second photo showed the whole family, meaning that Rosenbaum and their dog, Willoughby, were also included in the shot.
Young actor Hyland Goodrich, who plays Krakow's on-screen son, gushed, "MAMA!!! (That word sure takes on a whole new meaning now!) Can't wait to see you all!!!"
A fan wrote, "Awww it's a whole family selfie, love it!!! Safe travels!!!"
#first
On July 29, Krakow shared a pair of photos on her Instagram page. The caption read, "Plane selfie(s) not a plain selfie." Both photos showed just a hint of her daughter's head as the baby cozily nestled against her mom's chest in a carrier.
The first photo showed just Krakow and her baby. The second photo showed the whole family, meaning that Rosenbaum and their dog, Willoughby, were also included in the shot.
Young actor Hyland Goodrich, who plays Krakow's on-screen son, gushed, "MAMA!!! (That word sure takes on a whole new meaning now!) Can't wait to see you all!!!"
A fan wrote, "Awww it's a whole family selfie, love it!!! Safe travels!!!"
#first
3 months ago
Erin Krakow shared snaps of her baby girl, whom she shares with husband Ben Rosenbaum
The When Calls the Heart costars welcomed their daughter in April and shared the news exclusively with PEOPLE in June
Krakow and Rosenbaum, who married in 2025, first revealed their relationship publicly in 2024 after meeting on set
Erin Krakow is sharing a peek at motherhood.
The When Calls the Heart actress, 41, shared photos of her baby girl, whom she shares with husband and costar Ben Rosenbaum, in an Instagram post on Wednesday, July 29.
#calls
The When Calls the Heart costars welcomed their daughter in April and shared the news exclusively with PEOPLE in June
Krakow and Rosenbaum, who married in 2025, first revealed their relationship publicly in 2024 after meeting on set
Erin Krakow is sharing a peek at motherhood.
The When Calls the Heart actress, 41, shared photos of her baby girl, whom she shares with husband and costar Ben Rosenbaum, in an Instagram post on Wednesday, July 29.
#calls
4 months ago
Wrexham defender Zak Vyner is looking forward to see how popular the Welsh club are in the United States for himself.
The Championship club, who recently faced Wisla Krakow in Poland and Manchester United in Finland, have travelled to the US for three games.
Wrexham's previous two tours of America have attracted huge crowds due to their global profile under owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac and the success of the Welcome to Wrexham documentary series.
"It's going to be a lot of hard work, but it'll be a great experience for me to get a taste of it," Vyner said.
"I only sort of get a taste of the American fans through social media and when I signed and the amount of love that I have got from them.
#wrexham
The Championship club, who recently faced Wisla Krakow in Poland and Manchester United in Finland, have travelled to the US for three games.
Wrexham's previous two tours of America have attracted huge crowds due to their global profile under owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac and the success of the Welcome to Wrexham documentary series.
"It's going to be a lot of hard work, but it'll be a great experience for me to get a taste of it," Vyner said.
"I only sort of get a taste of the American fans through social media and when I signed and the amount of love that I have got from them.
#wrexham
4 months ago
"When Calls the Heart" stars Erin Krakow and Ben Rosenbaum have opened up about what it was like to bring their first child home to their California dwelling—while lifting the lid on their "joyful" first few weeks of parenthood.
The Hallmark-famous couple, who quietly tied the knot in June 2025, announced in an interview with People magazine that they welcomed a baby girl together in April, revealing that they have spent the weeks since then settling into life as parents inside their Los Angeles abode.
Krakow, 41, and Rosenbaum, 39, who have tried to keep their romance very much out of the spotlight, explained to the publication that their daughter has quickly become the center of their world, with the pair embracing everything from early-morning cuddles to evening walks as they adjust to their growing family.
"Our precious new family member entered the world in early April. Our daughter has been the greatest gift, and we are loving getting to know her better with each passing day," they told the outlet in a statement.
While sleepless nights have become part of the routine, they said the transition has only strengthened their relationship and shifted their priorities in ways they never expected.
The Hallmark-famous couple, who quietly tied the knot in June 2025, announced in an interview with People magazine that they welcomed a baby girl together in April, revealing that they have spent the weeks since then settling into life as parents inside their Los Angeles abode.
Krakow, 41, and Rosenbaum, 39, who have tried to keep their romance very much out of the spotlight, explained to the publication that their daughter has quickly become the center of their world, with the pair embracing everything from early-morning cuddles to evening walks as they adjust to their growing family.
"Our precious new family member entered the world in early April. Our daughter has been the greatest gift, and we are loving getting to know her better with each passing day," they told the outlet in a statement.
While sleepless nights have become part of the routine, they said the transition has only strengthened their relationship and shifted their priorities in ways they never expected.
