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- Hamlin Family Drama Over the Years: Health Issues, Social Media Shade and More
- Chris Pratt Pens Sweet Birthday Tribute to ‘Tough as Nails’ Wife Katherine
- Ryan Reynolds Reveals How Quickly That Peloton Ad With Chris Noth Happened
- Isla Fisher and Sacha Baron Cohen's Relationship Timeline
- Taylor Swift's Celebrity BFFs Through the Years
- Chris Noth and Wife Tara Wilson's Relationship Timeline
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- Inside Carole Middleton's Christmas Decorating Plans With Duchess Kate's Kids
- Delilah Hamlin Seemingly Shades Lisa Rinna, Harry Hamlin Over 'Trauma'
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| 'Succession' Cast's Dating Histories Through the Years: Photos Posted: 13 Dec 2021 06:02 PM PST Life doesn’t always imitate art. While the Succession characters aren’t great at healthy relationships onscreen, many of the actors have happy, long-lasting romances offscreen. Sarah Snook, who plays Shiv Roy on the HBO series, secretly tied the knot in February 2021. She revealed eight months later that the COVID-19 pandemic helped her realize that her best friend, comedian Dave Lawson, was her soul mate. "At the beginning of the pandemic last year, I got locked down in Melbourne with one of my best mates and we fell in love," the Aussie actress told Vogue Australia in October 2021. "We've been friends since 2014, lived together, travelled together, always excited to see each other, but totally platonic. We've just never been single at the same time. I proposed and we got married in February in my backyard.” While Snook is somewhat of a newlywed herself, many of her cast mates have long been off the market. Matthew Macfadyen — who plays Tom Wambsgans on Succession — was married long before the HBO series was even a thought. He and actress Keeley Hawes wed in November 2004. They share daughter Maggie and son Ralph, who were born in December 2004 and in September 2005, respectively. Hawes, who also welcomed son Myles in April 2000 amid her marriage to Spencer McCallum, explained that a happy marriage takes a lot of effort. “You have to work at it,” she told You magazine in May 2019, when speaking about her romance with Macfadyen. “We still fill up the dishwasher and put a wash on — that's life — but you also have to make the effort to be romantic. When life takes over, going out to dinner together isn't top of your list, but before you know it, the children are older and around less and you're sort of back together again. I couldn't love him more. It helps that he's the nicest man in the world.” Hawes also knew about the Pride and Prejudice actor’s quirky side long before the Roy family was drawing in millions of viewers each week. “People are seeing this side of him and going, ‘Wow, he's so funny … and so weird …’ and I'm like, ‘Yeah, well, I know,'” she said. Of course, the entire cast isn’t loved up yet. Nicholas Braun, who plays cousin Greg on Succession, told the New York Times in October 2021, "I haven't really been in a long-term relationship, ever." He said he’s "fascinated by romance and courting another human” since it’s so unfamiliar to him. "I do yearn for it and yet I'm incapable of it," Braun added. "I go toward it and then I hit a wall where I'm like, I can't go farther into this. I've got to exit." Take a look back at all the Succession cast‘s dating histories below:  The How to Be Single actor is typically very private about his love life, though he has admitted that none of his relationship have been long lasting. He briefly dated artist Camilla Engstrom, who appeared in his music video for his 2020 single "Antibodies," and he still trusts he'll find love soon. “I do believe it’ll happen at the right time with the right person. Until then, it’s fun to meet people and see what works," he said in October 2021. Gregory Pace/Shutterstock  The Emmy nominee, who plays Kendall Roy, met child psychiatrist Emma Wall during 2012's Hurricane Sandy in New York City. They share three kids. “He does a really good job of maintaining what he’s doing but also creating a space for the family and a normal life," she told The New Yorker of her husband in a December 2021 profile. Gregory Pace/Shutterstock  The Shiv Roy actress married a fellow Australian, comedian Dave Lawson, in February 2021. They tied the knot in her Brooklyn backyard. Stephen Lovekin/Shutterstock  The England native started dating Keeley Hawes in 2002 and they married in November 2004. The happy couple share two children, Maggie and Ralph, while Macfadyen is also stepfather to Myles, who is Hawes' son from a past relationship. James Shaw/Shutterstock  The actor, who plays Roman Roy, dated Anna Paquin when they starred in the Off Broadway play After Ashley in 2005. He then dated Paper Man costar Emma Stone in 2010. In 2013, he tied the knot with model Jazz Charlton, who he met seven years prior at a New York City bar. They welcomed daughter Kinsey in September 2019 and son Wilder in August 2021. Gregory Pace/Shutterstock  The actor plays family patriarch Logan Roy, and offscreen, he has a family with wife Nicole Ansar-Cox, whom he married in 2002. They share sons Orson and Torin. Previously, he was married to Caroline Burt from 1968 to 1986, and they share daughter Margaret and son Alan. Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock  She is Waystar Royco's head of PR Karolina Novotney on Succession, but in real-life, the Poland-born actress is married to Aquaman actor Patrick Wilson. The couple said "I do" in 2005 and welcomed son Kalin in 2006 and son Kassian in 2009. Gregory Pace/Shutterstock  The Connor Roy actor was married to Claudia Stefany from 1984 to 2005, and the exes share two kids, daughter Emma and son Sam. The Ferris Bueller's Day Off star tied the knot again in 2008, this time with actress Mireille Enos. They welcomed daughter Vesper in 2010 and son Larkin in 2014. Shutterstock  In 1990, Friedman — who Succession fans know as Frank Vernon — married actress Joan Allen, but they divorced in 2002. They share daughter Sadie, born in February 1994. Stephen Lovekin/Shutterstock  Known on Succession as Gerri Kellman, Smith-Cameron married Kenneth Lonergan, who penned co-wrote Gangs of New York and directed Manchester by the Sea, in 2000. They share daughter Nellie. 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| Hamlin Family Drama Over the Years: Health Issues, Social Media Shade and More Posted: 13 Dec 2021 05:39 PM PST Living their lives publicly. After Lisa Rinna joined The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in 2014, viewers were quickly introduced to her family and all of their individual struggles. Fans have gotten to know Rinna’s husband, Harry Hamlin, and their daughters, Amelia Gray Hamlin and Delilah Belle Hamlin, over the years, and as they watched Amelia and Delilah grow up, the sisters started using that platform to have candid conversations about their personal struggles. In November 2021, Delilah revealed that she had developed health issues that led to her getting hospitalized. “Basically, in the beginning of the year, I want to say February and March, is when I got my COVID-19 vaccine,” she explained in a lengthy Instagram video at the time. “And after the second vaccine, I was sick for, like, 36 hours. I felt like my bones were breaking but, like, whatever. … That’s when everything kind of started.” Delilah clarified that she was not against the vaccine, but that getting the second vaccine “flared up and triggered certain autoimmune diseases” that she wasn’t aware of initially. “I started getting really sick, I started feeling like I had the flu. I was getting migraines, I was having panic attacks — it was like my body was in constant ‘fight or flight’ mode. It was horrible,” she detailed. “I just knew in my gut that there was something else wrong.” In the emotional social media post, Delilah noted that she was not doing great “mentally” amid the difficult experience, saying, “I’m feeling hopeless since the last place I went to didn’t really work out. I can look perfectly fine and feel perfectly horrible. That’s just that. That’s something I struggle with mentally, is feeling believed.” Shortly after Delilah opened up about the ups and downs in her life, Rinna addressed her daughter’s condition. “Thank you to all of the angels who have reached out, sharing their stories, sending their love and prayers, we are so grateful to you all for your help and your guidance!!” the Melrose Place alum wrote via her Instagram Stories. One month later, Delilah made headlines when she shared a TikTok video with the caption, "Unrealistic things I want for Christmas … for my parents to pay for my trauma therapy." The since-deleted December 2021 upload caused fans to question where Delilah stands when it comes to her parents, who have yet to publicly comment on the video. Scroll down to relive all the struggles that the Hamlin family has overcome:  In April 2018, Amelia got honest about her journey to recovery after struggling with an eating disorder. “I feel comfort with finally posting something that I wish I was confident enough to post long ago,” the California native captioned side by side photos of her one year prior compared to her currently. “Last year at this time there was no doubt that I was not okay. Not only physically but also mentally ... . Instead of people ever commenting on my mental stability, people commented on my weight. Usually, when people are struggling with an eating disorder it stems from your mind, and your body is a reflection of it. Once I got the help that I needed, shortly after the second photo was taken, I began to try to love myself for me.” As Rinna discussed her daughter's eating disorder on the Bravo reality series one year later, Amelia reflected on the decision to share her story with the world. “I didn’t tell anyone I planned to ‘come out,’ so to speak. Instead, I took my phone down to the beach to be alone and started drafting an Instagram post — just writing it down helped me a lot. I started crying. Even for me, it was powerful to read the truth. I felt lighter,” she wrote in a vulnerable essay for Glamour magazine in June 2019. “I wish I could pull up a screen and show the world a play-by-play of my past." Amelia also called out the people claiming her mother didn't help her, detailing, "My mom tried to help me so much, but every time I’d just be like, ‘No, I’m fine, I’m just on a weight-loss journey.’ To have people saying she didn’t do enough hurts my heart so much. If they could only see how much I rejected her help and how much I pushed her away — it hurts me for her.” If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, contact the National Eating Disorders Association at (800) 931-2237. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  During a November 2021 Instagram video, Delilah recalled how an attempt to seek treatment for her panic attacks with a psychiatrist turned into her being over-prescribed "three milligrams of Xanax a day." "My body got dependent on Xanax number one, and number two, I overdosed. I didn't mean to at all. I overdosed on this one medication called Propranolol," Delilah shared during the video. "I took Benadryl with it and, for some reason, I ended up in the hospital." Delilah's visit to an Arizona center, which she emphasized was not a rehab facility, helped her kick her dependence on Xanax, but she continued to face other symptoms as a result of her declining mental health. "I'm having seizures left and right," she said. "My health is getting scary. ... Unfortunately, I was I think a medical risk, so I was politely asked to leave after three weeks of being there and making a best friend." If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Richard Young/Shutterstock  Amelia sparked romance rumors with Scott Disick in October 2020, which shocked Rinna and Harry at the time. “It’s a what the f—k moment. You’re like, ‘What the f—k?’ She’s 19. He’s 37 with three kids,” the Days of Our Lives alum told her costar Erika Jayne in a June 2021 episode. “We’re thinking it’s a phase, right? It’s a phase, I don’t want to bring attention to it.” Three months after their relationship was mentioned on RHOBH, Us Weekly broke the news that Amelia and Disick had split after less than one year of dating. Rinna noted that her opinion of the romance didn't play a role in the breakup. "There’s never one reason why I think people split up, you know. Now’s the time to heal, now’s the time for everyone to heal,” the Veronica Mars alum told host Andy Cohen during the October 2021 reunion episode. Harry, who also voiced his disapproval of the major age gap in the past, later offered an update on how his daughter was doing after calling it quits with the Talentless cofounder. “Look, Amelia’s doing great. She’s living in New York, and she’s having the time of her life solo,” the Mad Men alum said during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen in December 2021. “I have no idea [about the breakup]. I didn’t pull the curtain. I have no idea what exactly happened there. I’m just glad that she is solo. Put it that way.” Shutterstock(3)  After deleting one TikTok video that seemingly addressed her relationship with her parents, Delilah posted another video where she jokingly brings up her mental health issues. “I’m so sorry that I’ve been acting weird for the past several months. I’m struggling mentally,” she lip-synched in the December 2021 clip. AFF-USA/Shutterstock; Image Press Agency/NurPhoto/Shutterstock |
| Chris Pratt Pens Sweet Birthday Tribute to ‘Tough as Nails’ Wife Katherine Posted: 13 Dec 2021 05:05 PM PST Chris Pratt's divorce from Anna Faris broke fans' hearts, but the Parks and Recreation alum found another shot at love with Katherine Schwarzenegger. The couple started dating in 2018, one year after Pratt and Faris confirmed they were going their separate ways after eight years of marriage (the exes welcomed son Jack in 2012). In January 2019, the Take Me Home Tonight actor announced that he and Schwarzenegger were engaged. The couple tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony in Montecito, California, just six months later. Shortly after the Guardians of the Galaxy star exchanged vows with his new love, he chalked up their whirlwind romance to a lucky twist of fate. “We met at church,” he explained to Extra in July 2019. “It was a lot of kismet, and a lot of connections, but that was where we met.” Pratt later admitted that he felt “so grateful” to have found a lifelong partner in Schwarzenegger. “Aww, man, I’m lucky,” he told Entertainment Tonight in August 2019. “God is good. I feel really good, really blessed. Everything is great.” As their love continued to blossom, the Rock What You’ve Got author dished on how the pair were able to maintain such a strong connection. “I’m a big communicator,” she told Us Weekly and other reporters during a virtual fireside chat in April 2020. “I got married last June, and just communication constantly is, like, really the most amazing gift you can have, I think, in a partnership and in a relationship. … I don’t like to go to bed angry. And we both are the same way.” Less than one week after spilling her secrets to a successful marriage, news broke that Schwarzenegger and Pratt were expecting their first child together. While paying tribute to her mother, Maria Shriver, in a Mother’s Day Instagram post in May, the “Dog That Changed Me” podcast host admitted she’s wanted to be a mom “for as long as I can remember." Her dream came true in August 2020 when she and Pratt welcomed their little bundle of joy. Scroll down to relive Pratt and Schwarzenegger’s one-of-a-kind love story.  In the first indication of the budding relationship, Pratt and Schwarzenegger were photographed picnicking at a Santa Barbara park. Mega  A source exclusively told Us Weekly the couple met through Schwarzenegger’s mother, Maria Shriver. “They’re dating. It’s new,” the source added. “They’re really into each other.” Mega  The couple attended church alongside Pratt and Faris’ son, Jack. Then, in August, Pratt joined Schwarzenegger’s family — including brother Patrick Schwarzenegger — for dinner. Mega  The Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom actor met up with his future father-in-law when he and Katherine had breakfast with Arnold Schwarzenegger and the Terminator star’s longtime girlfriend, Heather Milligan. Mega  Pratt first alluded to the relationship on social media when he reposted an Instagram caption the lifestyle blogger had written about the California wildfires. Courtesy of Chris Pratt/Instagram  “They’ll be engaged soon,” a source said of the couple, noting that Pratt is already turning down work “so he can spend time with her.” Mega  The Lego Movie 2 star posted a romantic message on Instagram in honor of his girlfriend’s 29th birthday. “I’ve cherished our time together,” he wrote. “Thrilled God put you in my life. Thankful for the laughs, kisses, talks, hikes, love and care.” Mega  Pratt announced the couple’s engagement by sharing a photo that showed him and Katherine embracing as she showed off her huge engagement ring. “Sweet Katherine, so happy you said yes! I’m thrilled to be marrying you. Proud to live boldly in faith with you. Here we go!” the Guardians of the Galaxy star captioned the pic along with a ring emoji, praying hands and a red heart. Courtesy Chris Pratt/Instagram  Pratt shared his plans to expand the couple’s family shortly after their engagement. “The future? Oh. Lots of kids,” he told Entertainment Tonight. “Maybe less time spent working, more time spent enjoying life.” The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part star also hinted that he might retreat from the public eye. “I always wanted to be that guy that works to live, not lives to work,” he said. “I think [I want to spend] just a lot of time at the farm and a lot of time catching a lot of fish and seeing lots of sunsets.” MEGA  The Avengers: Infinity War star revealed exclusively to Us what the pair had in mind for their nuptials. “A little, you know, maybe fall, winter kind of thing and you know, we’ve got a lot to get done,” he noted. Ricky Vigil M/GC Images  The couple moved in together the month after getting engaged. However, they faced a hilarious roadblock. “When you need to see if your stuff will fit in the new place but you forgot the tape measure,” Pratt captioned an Instagram collage of his bride-to-be stretched out in every room of the house. MEGA  “Everything’s really exciting about it,” Katherine told Us of life with her fiancé. “It’s an exciting time in my life … [a very] blessed time in my life.” As for wedding plans, she explained: “We get everything done. I mean, we’re pretty good with time management so it works out really well.” Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images  The betrothed duo walked their first red carpet together at the Avengers: Endgame premiere in Los Angeles. They even wore coordinating outfits to the event: a Monique Lhuillier one-shoulder grey gown accented with black dots for her and a black tux with a grey-and-black tie for him. VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images  It's official! The couple wed in front of "around 60 guests" at the San Ysidro Ranch in Montecito, California. "They chose to have an intimate wedding," a source told Us at the time. "They felt the wedding should be their closest family and friends.” MB / MEGA  Two weeks after tying the knot, the newlyweds jetted to Hawaii for a tropical honeymoon. The trip also doubled as a birthday celebration for Pratt who turned 40 two days prior to being spotted poolside noshing on french fries. Amy Sussman/Getty Images  Pratt and Katherine celebrated their first Thanksgiving as a married couple at her mom Shriver’s house. His son, Jack, joined them. Courtesy Robert F. Kennedy Jr/Instagram  The Gift of Forgiveness author gushed over her husband in an exclusive interview with Us, saying, “When you have a partner who can love and support you throughout everything, that’s the greatest gift ever. I’ve always felt incredibly supported by my siblings and my parents, but to have that in a partner and in my husband is another amazing gift to have.” Johnny Bravo/MEGA  After news broke that Katherine was pregnant with the pair’s first child together, she revealed her baby bump in a loose-fitted T-shirt during a bike ride around L.A. with Pratt. Snorlax/MEGA  The Jurassic World star opened up about life in quarantine with his pregnant wife during an interview with Extra and teased that he was having worse cravings than the soon-to-be mother. "[The cravings have] been tough. Pickles and ice cream. I never thought I would like them," he joked, adding that he often caught himself "complaining about a little bit of low back and hip pain" during their time in lockdown. "She just looked at me sweetly," he said. "I was like, 'Oh, right, right, I don’t really get to complain about that to you right now, do I?'" Broadimage/Shutterstock  Days before her husband's birthday, Schwarzenegger gushed over the Marvel actor for being a "very wonderful" source of support throughout her pregnancy. "[That] has been very helpful," the Gift of Forgiveness author explained during a livestream on Instagram. "It's been amazing having [Pratt] home and also very understanding about my need to sanitize everything, having everyone wear masks all the time. [It helps] having people like you who I text constantly about everything baby because I'm learning as I go." Courtesy of Dr. Zelana Montminy/Instagram  Two celebrations in one: Schwarzenegger shared a collage of pics with her husband on June 21, 2020, as he celebrated his 41st birthday and Father's Day. "Happy birthday and Father’s Day to my wonderful, loving, exceptional husband," she wrote on Instagram. "What an amazing year you’ve had and I know this year will be filled with more fun, adventure and love. I thank God every day for you. blessed to live life with you, watch you grow, and one of the greatest gifts has been watching you be the most loving and fun father. I wish you all the joy and happiness in the world on your birthday and every day. Happy birthday my love!" Courtesy of Katherine Schwarzenegger/Instagram  The “Gift of Forgiveness” podcast host and Pratt welcomed their first child together in August 2020. “We are beyond thrilled to announce the birth of our daughter, Lyla Maria Schwarzenegger Pratt,” he wrote via Instagram. “We couldn’t be happier. Both mom and baby are doing great. We are extremely blessed.” Matt Baron/Shutterstock  Pratt paid tribute to his wife as she celebrated her 31st birthday. "Happy Birthday Sweetie!" the Jurassic World star captioned an Instagram post that offered the first glimpse of the couple's daughter. "You have brought so much light into my life. I'm so glad to be home with you and Lyla. You're a great mom, a great step-mom, a great wife, daughter, sister and friend. The world is brighter with you in it. I am one lucky man. Thank you for the love, support and partnership. I love you." Broadimage/Shutterstock  The author gushed about how she fell for her husband almost instantly, revealing during a May 2021 episode of The Drew Barrymore Show that the feeling was mutual. "We talk about that a lot because I'm pretty sure we both knew right away that this is where our relationship was headed and we clicked very quickly and so he is the best," Schwarzenegger said. The California native also praised the actor for how he’s fully embraced being a father to their little girl. "I am so, so grateful and it's so beautiful to be able to watch him step into this new role of being a girl dad. He's the best husband and best dad and I feel so grateful every single day for him," she added. Courtesy of Katherine Schwarzenegger/Instagram  Pratt shared his favorite things about his spouse ahead of their second wedding anniversary."Her smile, her patience, her fortitude. Her devotion, as a mother, as a wife," he said during an Instagram Story Q&A in June 2021. "Her faith. Her laugh, even at inappropriate times, like at a funeral or something. It's pretty contagious." Broadimage/Shutterstock  Schwarzenegger shared some sweet words about her “love angel” Pratt to celebrate Father’s Day. "Watching you as a father has been one of the greatest joys and watching you become a girl dad to Lyla Maria has melted my heart! I've fallen in love with you all over again ,," she wrote via Instagram on June 20, 2021. "These kids are blessed to have you as their daddy and I'm beyond blessed to witness you as a father every day. I love you!" Courtesy of Katherine Schwarzenegger/Instagram  Pratt revealed his secret to wedded bliss in a June 30, 2021, conversation with Entertainment Tonight. "Communicate. Listen, listen to your partner with intention. Care about each other's feelings and support one another and just listen," the Tomorrow War actor said. Todd Williamson/January Images/Shutterstock  The author opened up about her and Pratt's experience with "premarital counseling" before their 2019 wedding, calling it "the most amazing gift" they could have asked for. "I know not everybody does [it], of course, because ... if they don't tell you you have to, then why would you?" she said on the "Meaning Full Living" podcast. "Talking about things that maybe we wouldn't necessarily have talked about before getting married, [talking] about things that couples of 10 or 15 years still don't like to talk about with one another. Being prompted to talk about those things is also a really helpful thing to do early on. That I think helps us." Gregory Pace/Shutterstock The Marvel star gushed over his wife via Instagram, sharing a photo of her looking at him smiling. "Guys. For real. Look how she’s looking at me! I mean. Find you somebody that looks at you like that!! You know!? We met in church. She’s given me an amazing life, a gorgeous healthy daughter, she chews so loudly that sometimes i put in my ear buds to drown it out, but that’s love," he captioned the still. "She helps me with everything. In return, periodically, I open a jar of pickles. That’s the trade. Her heart is pure and it belongs to me. My greatest treasure right next to my Ken Griffey Jr Upper Deck Rookie card. Which if you know, you know is saying a lot. It’s her birthday in about 6 weeks. So if I don’t get her anything, I’ll tell her to look back on this post. Love you honey." Courtesy of Katherine Schwarzenegger/Instagram  The Onward actor sang his wife’s praises on her 32nd birthday, calling her a “wonderful wife, mother, step-mother, and life partner” via social media. “I simply can’t imagine how lost I’d be without you. You’re beautiful, tough as nails, reasonable, deeply thoughtful, extraordinarily smart, you’re a complete boss, eternally driven and you communicate like no other,” Pratt wrote alongside a slideshow of photos of Schwarzenegger enjoying life on the lake. “Thank you for everything. Thank you for being so instrumental in my growth over the past few years. We fit so perfectly into each other’s lives that our Union is a daily reminder that God is looking out for us. Navigating the odd circumstances of our world is a task I cannot handle alone. And I’m so grateful I don’t have to.” He concluded: “Your commitment to helping others is contagious. I’m just so grateful for the harmony you continually bring to our household. I love you so much honey. Happy Birthday!” Courtesy of Chris Pratt/Instagram |
| Ryan Reynolds Reveals How Quickly That Peloton Ad With Chris Noth Happened Posted: 13 Dec 2021 03:09 PM PST And just like that … the Peloton commercial was born. After the Sex and the City revival killed off Mr. Big with an exercise-related death, Ryan Reynolds recruited Chris Noth to help bring the iconic character back to life. “By pure luck, we’d been talking to Peloton about our Creative as a Subscription product in the week before this all happened,” Reynolds, 45, told The Hollywood Reporter on Monday, December 13. “I literally met Dara [Treseder, CMO of Peloton] for the first time on December 1. She emailed us right after the episode aired and we all knew just what to do.” One day prior, the Deadpool actor made headlines after he shared an ad for Peloton starring Noth, 67, and real-life Peloton instructor Jess King. "To new beginnings," Noth, 67, said to King, 36, who made a cameo as an instructor named Allegra in the HBO Max series, during the commercial. "I feel great. Should we take another ride? Life's too short not to." Reynolds offered his voice to the video, saying in the background, "And just like that, the world was reminded that regular cycling stimulates and improves your heart, lungs and circulation, reducing your risk of cardiovascular diseases. Cycling strengthens your heart muscles, lowers resting pulse and reduces blood fat levels. He's alive!" Sex and the City fans were in for a shock when the premiere for And Just Like That ended with Mr. Big suffering from a heart attack after working out on his Peloton bike. His wife, Carrie Bradshaw (played by Sarah Jessica Parker), returned home to see her husband collapsed on the floor as she says to the audience, "And just like that, Big died." After seeing the huge reaction to the SATC death, Reynolds recalled how he used his marketing firm to allow Peloton to create their own narrative. “We try to do these things in a way where everyone wins. Peloton, Chris and the show itself,” he noted on Monday, revealing that the entire project from conception to filming took 24 hours. “Chris was in right away, but it was a whirlwind, for all of us. I certainly helped secure Chris but Maximum Effort has built itself on challenges like these, so, while never ever easy, the secret is practice and not losing heart when challenges inevitably occur.” For the Canada native, seeing the overwhelming response to the creative idea proved that it was worth the last-minute effort. “It’s been really satisfying to work so hard so quickly towards something which is this much fun, and have it work out,” he added. “I think people like to see the spirit of Maximum Effort — that we want to have fun and bring people together but not ever at anyone’s expense.” Peloton, for their part, also previously addressed Mr. Big’s death and the misconception that occurred with his final scene. "I'm sure SATC fans, like me, are saddened by the news that Mr. Big dies of a heart attack. Mr. Big lived what many would call an extravagant lifestyle — including cocktails, cigars, and big steaks — and was at serious risk as he had a previous cardiac event in Season 6," the company shared via a statement from Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum on Thursday, December 9. "These lifestyle choices and perhaps even his family history, which often is a significant factor, were the likely cause of his death. Riding his Peloton bike may have even helped delay his cardiac event." Steinbaum continued: "While 25 percent of heart attacks each year are in patients who already had one (like Mr. Big), even then they are very, very treatable. It's always important to talk to your doctor, get tested, and have a healthy prevention strategy. The good news is Peloton helps you track heart rate while you ride, so you can do it safely." Showrunner Michael Patrick King later weighed in on how Noth played a role in his character’s exit. “We started talking about the character and what it would mean. Then Chris and I worked a lot, and it was a thrill because he has great instincts, great story instincts,” King, 67, told Us and other reporters in an interview on Friday, December 11. “Together, what we came up with is exactly how he left and why he left and how he would leave and what their last moments would be. And Just Like That airs new episodes Thursdays on HBO Max. |
| Isla Fisher and Sacha Baron Cohen's Relationship Timeline Posted: 13 Dec 2021 02:25 PM PST Almost 20 years and counting! Isla Fisher and Sacha Baron‘s chance meeting at a 2002 event in Australia led to a lifetime of happiness for the pair. Looking back at their first encounter at the “very pretentious party" years later, the comedian admitted that he knew immediately that the actress was The One for him. "I knew instantly. I don't know if she did. It's taken her about 20 years to know," Cohen told The New York Times in October 2020. Two years after sparking romance rumors, the couple got engaged, but Fisher admitted that she preferred to keep her relationship with Cohen as under the radar as possible. “I’m not really comfortable talking about my private life and Sacha and I are probably very similar in that we hide our feelings behind humor,” the Confessions of a Shopaholic actress shared with the Daily Mail in August 2008. As they prepared for their nuptials, Fisher ended up making the decision to convert to Judaism in honor of her then-fiancé. "I will definitely have a Jewish wedding just to be with Sacha. I would do anything — move into any religion — to be united in marriage with him," she explained to the Evening Standard ahead of their 2011 ceremony. For Fisher, the crucial part was all about having their loved ones at the event. "It [was] very important to me to have a beautiful ritual celebrated with my family and friends. And when you are in the public eye, to keep that private and to make it happen without it being really visible is really difficult," she admitted to Allure in January 2009. Prior to getting married though, the couple welcomed their first daughter, Olivia, in 2007. After getting married in March 2011, the twosome welcomed their second daughter, Elula, several months later. The Now You See Me star and the Borat actor continued to focus on making sure their growing family had the privacy they wanted. "Motherhood is my favorite topic but I never talk about it publicly. As much as I love what I am doing, and I am so fortunate to have the opportunities that I have had, my responsibility is to my family," Fisher told Us Weekly in March 2011 about adjusting to life as a parent. As Fisher and Cohen’s marriage blossomed with the addition of their two daughters, the Scooby-Doo star admitted that it took work to stay together year after year. "Choosing to be together every day is incredibly romantic. I love marriage. I think it's a wonderful institution and it's the most important decision you make," she told Australia's Sunday Telegraph in October 2012. "Life is filled with highs and lows, and you have a best friend to share it with you. It's amazing. It's like winning the lottery, having a good partner." Even though the duo had their individual hectic work schedules, Fisher explained that they would always choose family before anything else. “Family is 100 percent my top priority. So I’m much more comfortable doing supporting roles right now. And often,” the Arrested Development alum detailed to The Telegraph in July 2013. Two years later, Cohen and Fisher welcomed their son, Montgomery, into the family. Scroll down to relive Cohen and Fisher’s relatable romance:  The duo met at a party in Sydney, Australia. James D Morgan/Shutterstock  Cohen and Fisher got engaged in 2004. Peter Brooker/Shutterstock  The pair welcomed their first daughter, Olivia. Kevork Djansezian/AP/Shutterstock  The pair welcomed their second daughter, Elula. London Entertainment/Shutterstock  The duo tied the knot in a private ceremony in Paris. Tal Cohen/EPA/Shutterstock  Us broke the news that the Australian actress was expecting in October 2014. They welcomed their first son, Montgomery, in April 2015. Broadimage/Shutterstock  The pair worked on their first movie together, The Brothers Grimsby, in 2016. "He’s such a perfectionist. He’ll do everything and anything to get the best joke possible into the movie, so it was definitely inspirational. He’s so funny on set and it was a lot of fun," Fisher gushed about Cohen at the time. Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  In a rare interview, Fisher acknowledged that her decision to keep her life private has only added to the intrigue. "It feels like now it’s an interesting news point that I don’t want to talk about it. Yet when I started out, it was interesting that people wanted to talk about their private life. No one could believe it," Fisher told Today in October 2017. "Everyone was like 'Oh, my God. Can you believe she is talking about her private life, whoever it was.' Nowadays, we are used to everyone sharing everything that I’ve become an interesting news story for keeping a secret." Although many think Fisher prefers her privacy, she clarified that she does get many visitors due to her faith. "But I do have an open-door policy and people come over all of the time. I do big Shabbat dinners. Everybody gets access to my family time once a week," she noted. Blair Raughley/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  "Married to one of the GQ Men of the year, unfortunately not John Legend," Fisher joked via Instagram in September 2018. Broadimage/Shutterstock  While sharing an Instagram selfie of the couple, the actress captioned the post, "Happy Valentines Day to my husband. Sorry I had to crop you out of this snap but honestly this is such a great photo of me." Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  "So proud of the Hubs @sachabaroncohen getting a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in a limited series," the author wrote alongside a video of her husband working out via Instagram. "He worked so hard transforming for his role in The Spy - not just getting rid of his dad-bod (see video) but learning three dialects, including Syrian and living in Casablanca, mainly in character for 4 months while shooting. This honor is shared with Eli Cohen‘s family, thank you for letting him bring the story to screen and to the HFPA 🌟." Courtesy of Isla Fisher/Instagram  Fisher celebrated her husband by gushing about him in a sweet Instagram post, writing, "Happy Birthday boo 🎂. You have had an amazing year as an activist, actor, father and husband. Thank you for trying as hard as you can to make the world a better place 💕❤️" Broadimage/Shutterstock  After making the move to Australia as a family, the Tag star reflected on feeling "so safe" again. “I’m the happiest when I’m home," Fisher told Stellar magazine. "I miss it when I’m not here. I don’t feel any pressure when I’m in Australia. I don’t have to say or do or be anything. I mean, I don’t even have to wear shoes. John Photography/Shutterstock  The Definitely, Maybe star revealed that Cohen's advice changed the trajectory of her career. "Sacha was the reason I got into comedy. I was actually auditioning for a lot of dramatic roles and having no success at all," she told The Examiner. "I was losing confidence in my abilities when he recommended that I do comedy. He felt I was really funny, so when someone as funny as him recommends that, I listened and actually auditioned for Wedding Crashers, which ended up being my big break." Shutterstock  "So proud of hubby for tying the record of the most Golden Globe nominations in a single year - best supporting actor, best comedy actor, best comedy.. What a great birthday present. Thanks to the Hollywood Foreign Press," Fisher congratulated Cohen via Instagram in February 2021. Courtesy of Isla Fisher/Instagram  After Cohen's film, Borat: Subsequent Movie Film, received two Golden Globe awards, the comedian thanked his wife during the virtual show. “Thank you to my incredibly patient wife Isla, who has put up with all my madness," he mentioned at the time. Courtesy of Isla Fisher/Instagram  "These two solid bronze Golden Globes make my hubby the first actor to win twice for playing the same character 💕," Fisher shared via Instagram in March 2021. Shutterstock  Ahead of an awards night out, the Nocturnal Animals actress posted a cute selfie with her husband via Instagram. Courtesy of Isla Fisher/Instagram  “Happy Anniversary ❤️ 20 YEARS,” the Borat Subsequent Moviefilm star wrote in a sweet Instagram tribute to his wife. “‘If there ever comes a day when we can’t be together keep me in your heart. I’ll stay there forever,’ Winnie the Pooh. Happy Anniversary my love. I’m writing this rather than getting you a card. Our duration is largely due to our location - after all Hollywood is the bastion of lengthy marriages.” Courtesy of Sacha Baron Cohen/Instagram  While promoting the animated movie Back to the Outback, Fisher discussed one of her favorite things about Cohen: his sense of humor. “I feel very grateful to have fallen in love with someone funny,” the actress told Page Six, adding that their life at home “is definitely filled with laughter.” Courtesy of Isla Fisher/Instagram |
| Taylor Swift's Celebrity BFFs Through the Years Posted: 13 Dec 2021 01:10 PM PST Bad blood? Eh, not much! Since launching her music career in 2006, Taylor Swift has amassed quite the Rolodex of celebrity friends. The Grammy winner — who once admitted that "never being popular as a kid was always an insecurity" of hers — aligned herself with the likes of Cara Delevingne, Gigi Hadid and Karlie Kloss in the early 2010s. In more recent years, however, that exclusive squad has evolved as Swift began to surround herself with a more tight-knit group of ride or dies. Some friends have stayed put, while others have drifted away. "In my 20s I found myself surrounded by girls who wanted to be my friend," the "Shake It Off" singer wrote in a May 2019 Elle essay. "So I shouted it from the rooftops, posted pictures and celebrated my newfound acceptance into a sisterhood, without realizing that other people might still feel the way I did when I felt so alone." In the same essay, Swift noted the importance of "learning the difference between lifelong friendships" and what she called "situationships." "Something about "we're in our young 20s!" hurls people together into groups that can feel like your chosen family. And maybe they will be for the rest of your life. Or maybe they'll just be your comrades for an important phase, but not forever," she continued. "It's sad but sometimes when you grow, you outgrow relationships. You may leave behind friendships along the way, but you'll always keep the memories." As time passed, the country-pop star started to realize who her true friends were: "the ones who stuck around" through her highs and lows. "I have friends and fans in my life who don't care if I’m #canceled," she wrote. "They were there in the worst times and they're here now." Swift included some of her most trustworthy pals in her 2015 "Bad Blood" music video, including Selena Gomez and Lena Dunham. "There has always been this quality of sisterhood, and I don't say that in a basic way," she said of her friendship with Gomez in a January 2020 interview with WSJ. Magazine. "I knew from when I met her I would always have her back." The "Rare" songstress echoed a similar sentiment about the Cats actress, telling the publication, "We both went through s–t at the same time. She taught me a lot about how I should be treated at a young age." Scroll down to get the rundown on Swift's A-list BFFs through the years!  The Stranger Things star appeared as a younger version of Swift in the short film for the 10-minute version of "All Too Well (Taylor's Version)" in November 2021. That same month, Sink also showed her support for the Miss Americana star during her Saturday Night Live performance. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  O'Brien played the role of Jake Gyllenhaal in the "All Too Well (Taylor's Version)" short after supporting Swift's music over the years. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  The “Déjà Vu” singer, who describes herself as a Swift “fangirl for life,” sparked a friendship with the Grammy winner after dropping her first single, “Drivers License,” in January 2021. After hearing the track, Swift wrote Rodrigo a letter and sent her one of her rings as a gift. "I don't want to divulge too much because it's really sweet and personal, but she talks a lot about how, I think, you make your own luck in the world," the Bizaardvark alum told Billboard in its May 2021 cover story. "I don't know, she put it so eloquently, and when I say it now ... it's not as cool.” Rodrigo later gushed about Swift after meeting her at the 2021 BRIT Awards in May. "It's so nice to be welcomed into the music industry and so great to be supportive of other women," she told Variety in August 2021. Richard Young/Shutterstock  Swift has been a good friend to the former Fifth Harmony member over the years, throwing her an 18th birthday party and later inviting her to serve as an opening act on the Reputation tour. In August 2021, Cabello revealed that she thought of Swift as her "fabulous godmother" after her guidance helped her find her way professionally. "I started out and I was a teenager when I met her, like 18 or something, and she always gave me great advice," the "Havana" singer told Entertainment Tonight at the time. "She was always really supportive of me and really nurturing and sweet. So in the industry, I would say her." Chelsea Lauren/Shutterstock  Swift started hanging out with the Gossip Girl alum and the Deadpool star in 2015. She included the couple’s daughter James’ voice in her 2017 song “Gorgeous” and revealed their third child Betty’s name in a 2020 track. The following year, Lively directed the music video for Swift's reimagined version of "I Bet You Think About Me." Gregory Pace/Shutterstock  Swift and the actress struck up a friendship after meeting at the 2013 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. Delevingne later joined the pop star on her 1989 tour and at the 2015 MTV VMAs. Nick Harvey/Shutterstock  The model has been one of Swift’s closest friends for years, having appeared in her videos and attended her 4th of July parties in Rhode Island. After Hadid gave birth to her and Zayn Malik’s daughter in 2020, she showed off a pink blanket that “auntie @taylorswift made.” Matt Sayles/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  “My friends are amazing and I’m so thankful to have them, [but] the ones that are like sisters to me are Selena Gomez and Emma Stone,” Swift told PopSugar in August 2011. “They can predict my thoughts; I’ve known them for so long it’s really cool to have friends that are that close.” Kevin Winter/Getty Images  The ladies met via Twitter in 2013 and have been good friends ever since. Swift celebrated the Girls alum's Saturday Night Live hosting debut during an afterparty in 2014, and Dunham was photographed visiting Swift's NYC apartment a month later. The Grammy winner is also close with Dunham’s ex Jack Antonoff, who produced songs on her albums 1989 and Folklore. Kevin Mazur/WireImage.com  Swift and the brunette model walked hand in hand during the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in 2013. "[It was] a little love fest," Aldridge later told Us. "[Taylor] is one of my best friends, so we had so much fun together." Kevin Kane/FilmMagic  Baking buds! The friends had fun during the holiday season in 2013. "#GirlsNight baking with @taylorswift," Osbourne wrote via Instagram. "You guys have no idea how good Taylor is at cooking! #shocked." Larry Busacca/Getty Images for NARAS  The “Enchanted” singer and Kloss enjoyed an all-girls California road trip in 2014 and have been photographed several times in NYC. “I think she’s the coolest girl,” the model told Us at the 2013 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. “She’s a great role model, and I love her music.” However, Swift and Kloss reportedly had a falling out in 2019 after the musician called out the entrepreneur’s friend Scooter Braun for purchasing her masters. Fans later speculated that the Grammy winner’s Evermore song “It’s Time to Go” — which included the lyric “When the words of a sister come back in whispers / That prove she was not in fact what she seemed” — was about Kloss. Raymond Hall/GC Images  Romance rumors began to swirl as the singers became fast friends while collaborating. “Literally, I went in there and we passed the guitar back and forth and played songs to each other,” he told TVNZ of their platonic relationship in 2013. The British crooner went on to join Swift on stage during her Red tour in 2014 before appearing on her 2017 song “End Game.” Anna Webber/Getty Images  The British singer joined Swift on stage during her Red tour in London in 2014. That same night, the "Love Story" entertainer posted a polaroid of the duo backstage. "See you next time! PS: short hair, don't care. (!!!)," she tweeted. Dave Hogan/TAS/Getty Images for TAS  The former X Factor judge has been friends with Swift just as long as Gomez. In 2013, the trio had fun as they FaceTimed each other. "Just a Saturday night. Taylor's tea, Demi's laugh. Honestly, can't complain," Gomez tweeted. Swift and Lovato grew apart as the years went by, however, particularly after the "Betty" songstress' drama with her onetime pal's manager, Braun. Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images  The longtime best friends attended the MTV Video Music Awards together in 2013 but have had their rough patches. As Us exclusively reported, Swift cut off the "Come & Get It" singer in 2014 due to the latter's on-again, off-again relationship with Justin Bieber. They were back on good terms soon after though, performing together on Swift's 1989 and Reputation tours. Andrew H. Walker/WireImage.com  Dancing the night away! Swift was joined by the trio during a Golden Globe Awards afterparty in 2014. "Everyone was really into it," an eyewitness told Us of the ladies. "Taylor was basically dancing as if she was at a heavy metal concert and loving it." Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for The Weinstein Company  The "Team" singer revealed in Rolling Stone's January 2014 issue that the pair became fast friends after Swift sent her roses when "Royals" hit No. 1. "I was floored," she said. Since then, the ladies have frolicked on an L.A. beach and talked about being texting buddies. SPOT, RMBI, SWIS/AKM-GSI  Swift and the Glee actress have been photographed several times together since 2012. The duo caught a showing of The Hunger Games that March and played dress-up for Shirley MacLaine's 78th birthday the following month. "We dressed up full-time fancy," Swift captioned a snapshot on Instagram. NPG.com  The Gossip Girl alum was featured in Swift's music video "22" in 2013. "It was great," Szohr told Us of filming. "Taylor wrote a song and all of her girlfriends … we've all been through breakups and stuff together. So, she asked a few of us to come and have a fun day at the beach." GOLD STFN WPGP/AKM-GSI |
| Chris Noth and Wife Tara Wilson's Relationship Timeline Posted: 13 Dec 2021 12:48 PM PST Big may have had a handful of messy relationships during Sex and the City, but Chris Noth‘s romance has been seamless, to say the least. The Law & Order alum has been married to Tara Wilson since 2012, but the pair met more than 10 years before. Despite their 27-year age difference, they hit it off rather early — and went to great lengths to keep their relationship private. In 2013, one year after the pair tied the knot in an intimate Maui, Hawaii, wedding, Noth revealed that he had received horrific letters about his interracial romance. "When I was in a play on Broadway two years ago, I'd occasionally get letters of outrage, usually from somewhere in Alabama or something, saying you know, 'Don't come down here with your wife,'" he told the Wall Street Journal at the time, adding that he was hopeful things were getting better in the world. “We’re all getting together. We’re all mixing it up.” Best known for his role as John Preston, a.k.a. Mr. Big, Noth also brought up his wife while reflecting on the character in 2021, ahead of the debut of the Sex and the City revival, And Just Like That. "I never saw him as an alpha male, that's so funny that you say that. But it's true, I do get offers to play these power-broker types,” he shared with The Guardian at the time. “I know how to put on a suit, but my wife put it perfectly when she said: 'I don't think people realize that you're kind of schlubby.'” While the couple remain out of the spotlight, they have worked together multiple times. First, she worked at his New York City bar. Years later, they opened a tearoom together in 2008. “It’s a place where a mother or a couple can relax and kids can play. We have costumes and children’s yoga,” the Good Wife alum shared of Once Upon a Teacup, located in Windsor, Ontario. “I had no idea when we started this that we’d be bringing our own child there. I can’t wait to watch my son dress up as a fireman or a cop.” In 2009, the pair starred alongside one another in the indie film Frame of Mind, one year after welcoming their first son, Orion. "My son makes me laugh every day. He's got a little of my goofball in him. He still loves poop jokes," he told Australia’s WHO magazine in 2016 of his then-8-year-old son, four years before welcoming baby No. 2. “He'll text me poop emojis and then sign, 'Daddy, it's Orion,' and I'm like, 'I know!' Boys never get over that." Scroll through the gallery for a timeline of their romance:  The duo met when she worked as a bartender at The Cutting Room, the New York City bar owned by Noth. Eric Liebowitz/NBC/Universal/Kobal/Shutterstock  Noth and Wilson welcomed their first child, son Orion Christopher, in January 2008. Sara Jaye/Shutterstock  The real-life couple costarred in the drama Frame of Mind. In the same year, they opened a tearoom, Once Upon a Teacup. Shutterstock  The proud parents tied the knot in Maui, Hawaii, in April, four years after getting engaged. Matt Baron/BEI/Shutterstock  The actors welcomed their second son, Keats, in February. Gregory Pace/Shutterstock |
| Inside Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's Holiday Plans Amid Divorce Posted: 13 Dec 2021 12:21 PM PST  Family first. Kim Kardashian won’t be freezing out estranged husband Kanye West this Christmas. The 44-year-old rapper “will be invited to all holidays and family celebrations,” a source tells Us Weekly exclusively, noting that the 41-year-old Skims CEO “wants Kanye to be a big part of the kids’ lives.” Kardashian and West share daughters North, 8, and Chicago, 3, and sons Saint, 6, and Psalm, 2. The pair were married for nearly seven years before the reality star filed for divorce in February. Us confirmed on Friday, December 10, that the California native asked the court to legally declare her single — and to restore her last name. “Kim worked for so long to make her and Kanye’s marriage work and it didn’t,” the insider says. “She will continue to coparent, have him in her life for the kids, but she is not going to be back with him romantically. Kim has already moved on.” One day before taking the next step in her divorce proceedings, Kardashian was name-dropped during one of the Yeezy designer’s concerts. While performing “Runaway” at a Free Larry Hoover benefit show on Thursday, December 9, West sang, “I need you to run right back to me. More specifically, Kimberly.” The public declaration came shortly after the Grammy winner alleged that he never received the official paperwork to end his marriage to the Selfish author. “We’re not even divorced,” he said during an interview on Revolt’s “Drink Champs” in November. “So how we — because [it’s] no joke to me, my kids want their parents to stay together. I want their parents — I want us to be together. … I ain’t got the paperwork yet, so I’m [going to] come on this joint and try to save my family and keep my family together.” Later that month, West made an emotional plea while visiting Skid Row in Los Angeles before Thanksgiving. “I’ve made mistakes. I’ve publicly done things that were not acceptable as a husband, but right now today, for whatever reason — I didn’t know I was going to be standing right here, I didn’t know I was going to be in front of this mic — but I’m here to change that narrative,” he said at the time. “I have to be next to my children as much as possible. So when I’m out [of] the house, I’ve got a house right next to the house. I’m doing everything to be right next to the situation.” The KKW Beauty founder has not directly responded to her former spouse’s speeches, but she recently gave him a shoot-out while accepting the Fashion Icon trophy at the 2021 People’s Choice Awards. “I’m humbled every single day that designers are willing to work with me. There was a time when they weren’t. … Well, [they] probably [were] talked into it by getting a call from Kanye,” she joked on Tuesday, December 7. “So thank you to Kanye even for really introducing me to the fashion world. I fell in love with fashion. This is a dream that I get to wake up and wear these amazing clothes and try new things, take a risk. I’m so humbled.” Earlier this year, West was briefly linked to Irina Shayk. Kardashian, for her part, moved on with Pete Davidson after the duo connected on the set of her October Saturday Night Live episode. One month later, the pair confirmed their romance after celebrating the comedian’s 28th birthday together — and they keep heating up. “The past few years of Kim’s life have been super intense a lot of the time, so this is a real positive transition for her,” a source exclusively revealed in November. “She’s learning to move past day-to-day stresses and focus on the fun and sexy things.” |
| Blake Lively Celebrates Ryan Reynolds' Peloton Ad With a 'Gossip Girl' Nod Posted: 13 Dec 2021 12:19 PM PST She’s supporting her man while making fans smile. Blake Lively brought cupcakes to husband Ryan Reynolds on set, and she included some references to both Gossip Girl and Sex and the City. The pair, who married in 2012, showed off a Magnolia Bakery box on both of their Instagram Stories. “To my Mister, who always goes BIG or goes home. I love you so much. But not as much as Peloton loves you,” Lively, 34, wrote on the package before signing the message, “Serena Bradshaw.”  The A Simple Favor star also shared a photo of her holding the box in front of her face while standing next to the Free Guy leading man. “Yes the cupcakes were harmed in the taking of this photo,” she captioned the sweet snap. “Luckily my husband can revive anything.” She also reposted the photo of the box to point out her “Serena Bradshaw” signature. Serena van der Woodsen was, of course, Lively’s iconic Gossip Girl character. The high school drama was widely described as “Sex and the City for the younger set” when the CW series debuted in 2007. Bradshaw, however, is a reference to SATC — which is the entire reason Reynolds, 45, was making a commercial. Peloton was in the spotlight when HBO Max’s And Just Like That, the long-awaited Sex and the City revival, showed the beloved Big (Chris Noth) tragically suffered a heart attack after a session on his Peloton bike, and he didn’t survive. The company’s stock dropped in the aftermath of the episode’s debut on Thursday, December 9, so they scrambled to put together a new ad after releasing a statement about the safety of the bike. The Deadpool actor’s Maximum Effort company knew how to make viewers laugh.  On Sunday, December 12, Reynolds’ company released a Peloton ad starring both Noth, 67, and Peloton instructor Jess King (who made a cameo as the fictional Allegra in And Just Like That). They sit in front of a roaring fireplace as they toast to new beginnings. “Should we take another ride?” Noth asks. “Life’s too short not to.” As they share a laugh, Reynolds’ speedy voiceover chimes in: “And just like that, the world was reminded that regular cycling stimulates and improves your heart, lungs, and circulation, reducing your risk of cardiovascular diseases. Cycling strengthens your heart muscles, lowers resting pulse and reduces blood fat levels. He’s alive.” Lively shared the commercial via her Instagram Stories with a sticker that said, “my uterus is exploding” and a message to her husband: “@vancityreynolds, may you always dream big.” Reynolds is currently taking a little time away from acting to focus on his work with Maximum Effort. He told LinkedIn earlier this month that he’ll get to dive into his businesses — including Mint Mobile and Aviation Gin — during normal business hours, but he can be a regular parent when his kids are home. The Just Friends star and Lively share daughters James, 6, Inez, 5, and Betty, 2. "I don't want to miss this time with my kids. … I want my kids to have a pretty normal schedule,” he explained. “I think it’s totally important for their development, and I really enjoy being a present dad. I love taking them to school in the morning. I love picking them up. I love that I have the hours in between to focus on the things that I’m really passionate about." |
| Blake Lively & Ryan Reynolds Timeline Posted: 13 Dec 2021 12:04 PM PST These days, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are royalty as far as Hollywood couples go, but the Detective Pikachu star and the Age of Adaline actress were once just two friends out on a double date — with other people! As Reynolds told Entertainment Weekly's SiriusXM show in February 2016: “We went on a double date. She was on a date with another guy, and I was on a date with another girl — and that was, like, the most awkward date for the respective parties because we were just like fireworks coming across." Still, the Critics' Choice winner said he was glad that the two started off as "buddies." "I remember it was funny, because for about a year after Green Lantern had come and gone and all that stuff, we were both single," he said of their shared 2010 film. "I think the best way to have a relationship is to start as friends." It's certainly worked out for the duo. Not only did they go to tie the knot in September 2012, but they have since welcomed three children together. The pair share daughters James and Inez — born in 2015 and 2016, respectively — and a third daughter, born in the summer of 2019. Us Weekly broke the news of baby No. 3’s arrival in October 2019. Nearly a year later, Taylor Swift released "Betty" on her Folklore album, sparking speculation that the couple named their youngest daughter Betty — she also sang about Inez and James on the track. In August 2020, the musician confirmed that she "named all the characters in this story after my friends' kids." Ahead of becoming a family of five, Reynolds joked about the couple's relationship trajectory. "One of the most common things in the world is making out, having a couple of drinks, and then doing it, and then having a baby. I was perfectly sober for this one, though. I gotta say," Reynolds told EW in his 2016 interview, after the pair’s second child was born. "It's amazing." As for the Shallows star, she told Vogue in August 2014: "Everything we do in life, we do together. If I’m working on a movie, he helps me with my character; I do the same with him." They also famously troll one another on social media: Lively razzes Reynolds about his parenting skills, while he teases her cooking abilities, ranking them beneath pal Jake Gyllenhaal's. Scroll through to relive their romance!  Lively and Reynolds made their debut as Green Lantern costars at 2010 Comic-Con at the San Diego Convention Center. At the time, Reynolds was still married to Scarlett Johansson, and Lively was dating Gossip Girl costar Penn Badgley. Kevin Winter/Getty Images  Lively presented the award for Most Anticipated Movie to costar Reynolds at the Spike TV's Scream 2010 at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles. The actress called it quits with Badgley in mid-September 2010. Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic  The costars posed for photographers at Warner Bros. Pictures' presentation of The Big Pictures 2011 at CinemaCon at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Reynolds filed for divorce from Johansson in December 2010. Eric Charbonneau/WireImage  Lively and Reynolds shared a few laughs during a 2011 WonderCon press conference at Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco. "I'm very happy not to be in a relationship right now," Reynolds told Details in May 2011. "That's OK. I didn't plan on it, that's for sure ... but that's OK." Max Morse/Getty Images  The stars spoke on stage at the 2011 MTV Movie Awards at the Gibson Amphitheater in Universal City, California. The actress was dating Leonardo DiCaprio at the time. Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic  The action stars held each other on the red carpet at the premiere of Green Lantern at Grauman's Chinese Theater in Hollywood on June 15, 2011. Lively looked stunning in a white floral Chanel dress. Lester Cohen/WireImage  Reynolds starred as Hal Jordan and Lively played Carol Ferris in Warner Bros. Pictures' Green Lantern, which opened in theaters on June 17, 2011. Reynolds' divorce from Johansson was finalized on July 1, 2011. Warner Bros. Pictures  Dating rumors swirled when Lively was seen leaving Reynolds apartment with him early in the morning in Boston. "Anyone who gets divorced goes through a lot of pain, but you come out of it," Reynolds told Details magazine in May 2011 of his split from Johansson. "I'm not out of it yet. At all." Sam Sharma/PacificCoastNews.com  Lively visited her boyfriend on the set of R.I.P.D. in Boston on his birthday. She put a big bouquet of balloons on her dog as a surprise. Juan Sharma/Bruja/PacificCoastNews.com  Reynolds was seen leaving his apartment in Boston with Lively and his dog Baxter. "I've been with very few people," Lively told Marie Claire in June 2012. "If I'm not with somebody who really excites or inspires me, then I'd rather be by myself." BAUER-GRIFFIN.COM  The couple spent the holidays with Reynolds' family in Vancouver, Canada. They held hands while walking through the Granville Island Public Market. "To be around me, you must love food or I'm the most obnoxious person you've ever met," Lively told Marie Claire. "I'm in a big cooking phase. That's all I'll talk about." Flynet  Reynolds and his girlfriend Lively were seen going for a stroll in New Orleans but tried to keep hidden from cameras. "I've been in relationships pretty much since high school," Reynolds told Details magazine in May 2011. "Some people look at that as a good thing. I think wiser people might see that as a house of cards." FameFlynet  The happy pair visited the Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo, British Columbia. "I don't want to date someone just to date someone," Lively told Cosmopolitan in September 2008. "I want to be with a guy who's going to better my quality of life, better me." AKM-GSI  The lovebirds showed plenty of affection for each other while hanging poolside with family and friends over the Fourth of July weekend. AKM-GSI  Surprise! After enjoying a romantic boat ride in Venice in August, the couple tied the knot at Boone Hall Plantation in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina (where The Notebook was also filmed), on September 9 after a year of dating. Lively wore a wedding gown designed by Marchesa and her Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants costars America Ferrera, Amber Tamblyn and Alexis Bledel were all in attendance. Half-sister Robyn Lively also recreated her Teen Witch dance from the late '80s film classic. La Pira/Iorio/Splash News  Ooh la la! The newlyweds shared an adorable smooch during a trip to Paris. "They were kissing the entire time," an eyewitness told Us Weekly. "The locals said hello, but they were only interested in each other." KCS / Splash News  Reynolds and Lively braved the cold weather together while stopping by the Artisan Bakery in NYC. "Right now, I'm so peaceful," the Gossip Girl star said in the October 2012 issue of Allure magazine. "I've never been happier in my life." AKM-GSI  The pair dressed to impress while attending The Sound of Change Live concert at Twickenham Stadium in London. "I was recently asked how my style has changed since I got married, as if I was living under some sort of dictatorship," Lively said in the September 2013 issue of Lucky magazine. "I'm very lucky to be with someone who has better taste than me," she added of Reynolds. "We influence each other in different ways." Brian Rasic/Rex / Rex USA  The couple stepped out for a good cause at the A Funny Thing Happened On the Way To Cure Parkinson's event benefiting The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research in NYC. Dimitrios Kambouris/MJF2013/WireImage.com  Keeping her man close! The twosome were spotted heading back to their car after grabbing a bite to eat at a Chinese restaurant in Vancouver. Back in December, Lively admitted she re-pins pictures of her hot beau on her Pinterest account during an interview with NY Mag's The Cut. AKM-GSI  The couple walked arm in arm at the Met Gala in NYC. The duo later skipped the afterparties to eat hot fudge sundaes with peanut butter sauce at NYC hot spot Serendipity. "Everything we do in life we do together," Lively later said in the August 2014 issue of Vogue magazine. "I get to share my life with the person he's become, and we get to grow from there." Mike Coppola/Getty Images  Picture-perfect! The couple posed together as they arrived for the screening of Captives at the 67th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France. "We've never gone a week without seeing each other," Lively said in the September 2014 issue of Marie Claire. "He's my best, best friend," she added. "If I could spit out a litter of kids, I would." ALBERTO PIZZOLI/AFP/Getty Images  The A Simple Favor star announced that she was expecting her first child with the Deadpool actor in October 2014 with a photo of her burgeoning belly on her old website, Preserve. Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images  Three months later, the actress gave birth to the couple’s first daughter, James, slightly ahead of schedule. “The baby came early but everyone is happy and healthy,” a source told Us at the time. Reynolds later praised his spouse for her humor throughout the delivery. “My wife is the real, I mean she is a mercenary,” he told Conan O’Brien in August 2015. “At one point in the middle of the delivery, the doctor’s cell phone went off and she said, ‘Oh, no. Go ahead, take a personal call. Feel free.’ She was cracking jokes in the delivery room.” Kevin Mazur/WireImage  By April, Lively joked during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon that she and Reynolds had gone from lovers to adversaries as they began to fight over their daughter’s first word. “We’re total rivals, by the way. I hear ‘dada, dada,’ all the time, and then I walk in the room and he’s like, ‘mama,’" she said. "And I’m like, ’How dare you do that?’” One month later, they gave the world its first glimpse of their little girl with an Instagram photo of James holding her “dada’s” hand. Venturelli/WireImage  The glowing parents made their first red carpet appearance together as mom and dad in February 2016 while attending a fan screening for Deadpool. Gary Gershoff/WireImage  Lively gushed about her significant other to Marie Claire in July 2016. “I knew he would always be my best friend for my whole life,” she told the magazine at the time. “That was the biggest thing for me. I’d never known anything like the friendship that I had with him. I could like him as much as I loved him.” Nicholas Hunt/Getty Images  The duo welcomed a second daughter, Inez. A source told Us at the time that their visitors to the hospital included Lively’s sister, Robyn, as well as close pal Taylor Swift. CHRIS KLEPONIS/AFP/Getty Images  Lively, Reynolds and their two daughters made their debut as a family of four in December 2016 to celebrate the Golden Globe nominee’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. “Proud is a pitiful word to describe how I felt today,” Lively captioned an Instagram photo from the event. “@vancityreynolds The permanence of your impact is undeniable …Always has been, but now we have a fancy [star] to show for it.” Reynolds opened up about how he knew his wife was “the one” to GQ one month prior. “Probably after the sex,” he teased, adding, “No, we were hanging out at this little restaurant in Tribeca that’s open really late, and this song came on and I was just like, ‘Want to dance?’ No one was in there, so it was just totally empty. And it was just one of those moments where halfway through the dance, it was like, ‘Oh, I think I just crossed a line.’” Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic  By January, the twosome were back to glamming it up for the cameras, hitting the 2017 Golden Globes together in their red carpet finest — a black and gold Atelier Versace halter gown for Lively and a crisp black suit with a white undershirt for Reynolds. That same month, the producer opened up about how his love had helped him navigate Deadpool fandom. “By the time we were in post[-production], we’d been to Comic-Con, and people went crazy for it. The expectations were eating me alive. Blake helped me through that. I’m lucky to have her around just to keep me sane,” he told Variety. Neilson Barnard/NBCUniversal/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images  The couple returned to the scene of their first red carpet — the Met Gala — in 2017. Lively opted for a gold Atelier Versace gown with blue feathers, while her man coordinated in a blue tux and tie. Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images For Entertainment Weekly  Ever the wise guy, Reynolds had the perfect response to reports of marriage trouble between the pair: “I wish. I could use a little ’me time,’” he tweeted. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for TIME  Reynolds told Mr. Porter magazine in May 2018 that he credited his significant other with helping him to mend his relationship with father James “Jim” Reynolds ahead of his death (Jim lost a long-fought battle with Parkinson’s disease in 2015). “She has a gift for foresight,” he said at the time. He shared a similar sentiment while commenting on an Instagram photo from Humans of New York in May 2017: “She always responds with empathy,” he wrote of his wife. “She meets anger with empathy. She meets hate with empathy. She’ll take the time to imagine what happened to a person when they were five or six years old. And she’s made me a more empathetic person. I had a very fractured relationship with my father. Before he died, she made me remember things I didn’t want to remember. She made me remember the good times." Steven Ferdman/Getty Images  “They have such a solid relationship,” an insider told Us of Lively and Reynolds in August 2018. “They truly couldn’t be happier and more in love.” Dia Dipasupil/WireImage  Lively joked about getting it on with her husband’s Detective Pikachu character, Pikachu. “Is it wrong to say I’d tap that?” she captioned a mock audition video he posted on Instagram on April 10, 2019. Michael Loccisano/Getty Images  The A Simple Favor actress debuted her baby bump in a yellow dress at the Pokémon Pikachu Detective premiere in NYC, revealing for the first time that she and Reynolds are expecting their third little one. John Lamparski/WireImage  Us exclusively revealed that Reynolds and Lively welcomed their third child together over the summer. A source told Us in October that the baby was “about 2 months old.” Dave Allocca/Starpix/Shutterstock  Lively poked fun at her husband’s hair getting a little shaggy amid the coronavirus pandemic, after he revealed he had a mini ponytail at the back of his neck. “I dare you to forget this every time you see him for the rest of eternity,” the California native wrote via her Instagram Story in April, to which Reynolds replied, “Clearly your birth control doesn’t work, so…” Courtesy of Blake Lively/Instagram; Courtesy of Ryan Reynolds/Instagram  The Shallows star joked that she conceived baby No. 4 after watching a clip from her love’s 2010 movie Buried, which became available on Hulu in July 2020. In the clip, the Canadian actor drinks from a flask with “Aviation Gin” written on it and guzzles it down before a light shows even more gin next to him. “10 years later, it really holds up! Although I don’t recall the aggressive product placement. #Buried,” Reynolds wrote via Instagram. Lively was quick to comment, writing, “I think this just got me pregnant,” to which the father of three replied, “@blakelively I will be out of the office starting July 22nd throughout the middle or forever and ever. If you need immediate assistance during my absence, please contact someone. Anyone. Otherwise I will respond to your message as soon as possible upon my unlikely return. Thank you.” Broadimage/Shutterstock  Swift sparked speculation that Lively and Reynolds named their third child Betty after her song, “Betty” dropped in July 2020. In the track, the artist references the couple’s oldest daughters James and Inez in addition to Betty. A month later, Swift confirmed in a radio interview that she “named all the characters in this story after my friends’ kids” and added, “I hope you like it!” Shutterstock (2)  The Age of Adaline actress celebrated her 33rd birthday on August 25, and detailed her food-filled day via her Instagram Stories. In addition to a homemade McDonald’s Egg McMuffin breakfast, the mother of three enjoyed gelato and a cake presented to the birthday girl by Reynolds — and his massive biceps. “Happy birthday to me,” Lively quipped, sharing a series of photos of her husband’s biceps getting closer and closer. MEGA; Inset: Courtesy of Blake Lively/Instagram  “I love being a girl dad,” Reynolds told Access. “I have three daughters, which I never in a million years would have imagined.” The Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place alum noted that he and Lively try to be “as present as possible” while raising their girls. “We don’t split up like I shoot movies and my wife shoots movies and we go travel all over the place and we just all go together,” he explained. “I think that’s been the best part of it is that we really don’t spend a lot of time apart. I get to spend a lot of time with my girls.” Dave Allocca/Starpix/Shutterstock  The couple attended a New York Yankees game without their little ones, which they documented on social media. Both actors received new baseball caps that were signed by outfielder Clint Frazier while at the stadium. “Mom&Dad Girl Summer,” Lively wrote via Instagram alongside a series of photos from the night out. “Thanks @clintfrazierr for being my personal stylist. This hat is a vast improvement from the 💩 I showed up in. After 14 years in NY, I think tonight made me an official Yankee...⚾️🍎.” Courtesy Ryan Reynolds/Instagram  Reynolds showed his wife support via social media after news broke of her dad, Ernie Lively’s death. The Shallows star posted a photo with her late father, who was 74 when he died, via her Instagram Story on June 10, with a gold heart emoji. The Aviation Gin cofounder reposted the photo in honor of their loss. Courtesy Blake Lively/Instagram  The 6 Underground actor gave fans insight into the early days of his romance with Lively during an appearance on the “SmartLess” podcast. “We were friends and buddies, and about a year and a half later, we actually went out on a double date. But we were dating separate people,” Reynolds explained. “We hung out and we always kind of kept in touch sort of casually and, next thing you know, she was going to Boston. I was going to Boston and I said, ‘I’ll ride with you.’ … I was just begging her to sleep with me.” The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard star called their relationship something “out of a fairy tale,” noting things moved quickly between them. “A week later I was like, ‘We should buy a house together.’ And we did,” he continued. “We’ve been together almost 10 years. That’s, like, 45 years in Hollywood terms.” Gregory Pace/Shutterstock  The twosome celebrated the 10th anniversary of their first date by returning to their favorite restaurant, O Ya in Boston. “10 years later. We still go out on our ‘first date.’ But in much more comfortable shoes,” Lively wrote via her Instagram Story. She added: “If it weren’t for this place. We wouldn’t be together. No joke. No restaurant means more.” Courtesy Blake Lively/Instagram  Amid the coronavirus pandemic, Reynolds and Lively walked the red carpet together for the first time in two years at the New York premiere of his film Free Guy. He gushed to Entertainment Tonight at the time about the key to their marriage. “Well, we like each other,” he remarked with a smile. “Which is a good foundation of any relationship.” Photo Image Press/Shutterstock  The actor thanked his wife for her support after the release of his action film, Free Guy, which earned a sequel just days after hitting theaters in August 2021. “Free Guy wouldn’t be the movie it is without @blakelively,” he wrote via his Instagram Story. “She was essential in every part of the making of this film, creatively and emotionally, and the cameo everyone is talking about was entirely her idea. #WorkWife” Courtesy of Ryan Reynolds/Instagram  When Reynolds announced that he would be taking "a little sabbatical from movie making" after wrapping the film Spirited, his wife couldn't resist jumping into his Instagram comments section for a little teasing. "Michael Caine did it first," she joked. Marion Curtis/Starpix for Lionsgate/Shutterstock  Reynolds gushed over Lively while accepting a trophy at WSJ. Magazine's Innovator Awards, held in New York City. "I want to thank my wife, Blake," he said during his speech. "She is a genius. She's a renaissance woman. And she pushes me in ways I never imagined I'd be pushed." Evan Agostini/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  The jokesters shared a snap from their hiking date, but Reynolds cut out most of Lively's face. "I recommend a walk in the woods," the Red Notice star captioned the Instagram Story. Though Lively was barely in the frame, with only one eye showing, the Deadpool actor pointed out that he left her "earrings in frame." The Betty Buzz founder reposted the snap to her own Story. "The best Guy," she captioned the snap and added a gif of Princess Anna from Frozen looking very excited. She made him repost an image in August when he cropped out her stylish accessories. Courtesy of Blake Lively/Instagram  "We don’t take each other too seriously, but we're also friends," the Red Notice star told Entertainment Tonight of his secret to a successful marriage. "Falling in love is great, but do you like each other? That's kinda the question you gotta ask yourself, you know, going into it. We've always liked each other. We grow together. We learn from each other. So yeah, I'm lucky to have a buddy in that." Image Press Agency/NurPhoto/Shutterstock  During an appearance on The Tonight Show, Reynolds pretended to be flustered when host Jimmy Fallon asked how Lively and the kids are doing. "You know, they're all good. Blake's — no personal questions, by the way. But Blake is great. The sex is totally normal," he said. "Hey, hey, hey! Pump the sex brakes, Jimmy. I asked no personal questions, and you're going right in on it, all right? Barbara Walters, easy." Photo Image Press/Shutterstock  Lively showed her support for Reynolds via social media after the release of his Pelton ad. "My uterus is exploding :) @vancityreynolds may you always dream big,” she wrote via Instagram while sharing a clip of the new commercial. In the video, Reynolds clarified that the exercise bike is very good for one’s health despite the fact that Chris Noth’s character on the Sex and the City spinoff, And Just Like That, died on the show after taking a ride on the bike. Noth appeared in the commercial — alive — and playfully joked about Mr. Big’s demise. "To my mister, who always goes BIG or goes home. I love you so much,” Lively wrote in a message to Reynolds on a box of Magnolia Bakery treats in celebration of the successful ad. “But not as much as Peloton loves you. Xo Serena Bradshaw." Courtesy Ryan Reynolds/Instagram |
| Doja Cat Tests Positive for COVID-19, Cancels Jingle Ball Performance Posted: 13 Dec 2021 11:56 AM PST The novel coronavirus has made its rounds worldwide after first emerging in the Wuhan, Hubei, province in China in December 2019 — and today's biggest stars are not immune. Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson were among the first high-profile names to test positive for COVID-19. On March 11, 2020, the Academy Award winner shared the symptoms the couple experienced during their time in Australia, where Hanks was working on pre-production for Baz Luhrmann's Elvis Presley biopic. "We felt a bit tired, like we had colds, and some body aches," the Forrest Gump actor said of he and Wilson. "Rita had some chills that came and went." On March 16, 2020, Us Weekly confirmed that Hanks and Wilson were released from the hospital. The pair, who have been married for 30 years, rented a home in Australia before flying back to the U.S. Nearly a week after Hanks and Wilson's diagnosis was confirmed, Idris Elba announced that he contracted the virus as well. He revealed via Twitter on Monday that he decided to get tested after learning that an individual he was in contact with tested positive on March 13, 2020. The day after speaking out, the English actor shared that Hanks' confession inspired him to speak about his own condition. "I'm really proud of Tom Hanks, who is also someone in the public eye who came out and said they have it and has been public about it," the Cats actor said in a Twitter livestream video. "I was really motivated by Tom's move there." Scroll down to see all the stars who have tested positive for the novel coronavirus.  The Pirates of the Caribbean actress told The Telegraph's Stella magazine in November 2021 that she was "feeling pretty rubbish" while recovering from the virus along with her daughters, Edie and Delilah. Knightley's husband, James Righton, was not showing symptoms at the time but had also tested positive. "[He is] being very smug about it — he is convinced it's because he's one of those cold-water swimmers and I'm not," the Neverland alum joked. Richard Young/Shutterstock  "Here I am, just arrived in Milano, and I've tested positive for the second time in a month for Covid," the Canadian musician wrote via Instagram in November 2021. "So it's off to the hospital for me. Thanks for all your support 🙏🏻 #sohappyithurts." Adams previously tested positive for the virus in October 2021, which resulted in him canceling his planned performance at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock  The Blackpink singer (real name: Lalisa Manoban) tested positive for COVID-19 in November 2021, according to a press release from her production company. After her diagnosis, the other members of Blackpink underwent PCR tests as well. Steve Cho/Penta Press/Shutterstock  The former Little Mix member revealed via her Instagram Story in November 2021 that she "sadly tested positive" for coronavirus after "feeling unwell" for several days. "I'm now self-isolating, following government guidelines," she wrote, confirming that her appearance on the U.K.'s Hits Live radio show would be cancelled. "Apologies to any of my fans who bought tickets and I'm so sorry I can no longer be there. I hope you all have an amazing night, stay safe and I can't wait to see you all soon love you all so much." Beretta/Sims/Shutterstock  The Dancing With the Stars judge revealed in November 2021 that he tested positive for a breakthrough case of COVID-19 after being fully vaccinated. "I just found out and I feel OK. I feel strong,” Hough said in an Instagram video at the time, just one week before the season 30 finale of the ABC series. He continued: “[I’m] taking advice from medical professionals to get better as fast as I can. I'll make sure to keep you guys all updated with what's going on. But I just want to send my love out there to all. Stay safe." ABC  The “Bad Habits” crooner confirmed the news via Instagram in October 2021, “Hey guys. Quick note to tell you that I’ve sadly tested positive for Covid, so I’m now self-isolating and following government guidelines.” The England native added, “It means that I’m now unable to plough ahead with any in person commitments for now, so I’ll be doing as many of my planned interviews/performances I can from my house. Apologies to anyone I’ve let down. Be safe everyone x.” After the “Thinking Out Loud” crooner tested positive for the virus, he learned his daughter Lyra was also diagnosed with it. “My wife [Cherry Seaborn] was away, so, I was there with my daughter … She had it, too, so it was kind of heavy," he revealed on “The Howard Stern Show” in November 2021, noting that three days were “really bad” for the father-daughter pair. Anthony Ghnassia/SIPA/Shutterstock  News broke in November 2021 that the Green Bay Packers quarterback would miss the November 7 game against the Kansas City Chiefs after testing positive for the virus. The athlete, who is considered unvaccinated by the NFL, is under investigation, as is his team, amid questions that he could have broken COVID-19 protocols. Aaron Gash/AP/Shutterstock  The Aquaman star revealed via an Instagram Story that he "got hit with COVID" after the Dune premiere in October 2021. Momoa said he was "doing fine" and was quarantining with a roommate — professional skater Erik Ellington — in the U.K. David Fisher/Shutterstock  The “Living on a Prayer” crooner tested positive for the coronavirus shortly before an October 30 performance in Florida, CNN reported. According to the outlet, the musician is “fully vaccinated and feeling fine,” and has been self-isolating. Drew Gurian/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  After previously testing positive for the disease in 2020, the reality star revealed in October 2021 that both she and her daughter, True, contracted COVID-19. "Luckily I have been vaccinated so all will be ok. We will be over here in quarantine and following current guidelines," she tweeted. Courtesy of Khloe Kardashian/Instagram  During an appearance on Late Night With Seth Meyers, Seyfried revealed that she couldn't celebrate her first Oscar nomination the way she planned after testing positive for COVID-19. “I turned my phone off the night before because I was like, ‘If anyone’s going to tell me I got an Academy Award nomination or didn’t, I want it to be my mother,'” the Jennifer's Body star shared about the nomination for her supporting role in Mank. “But I was also sleeping in because I had a tough case of COVID.”Seyfried, who got vaccinated two days before testing positive, admitted that dealing with the virus was "one of the worst moments of my life."“It’s great to have both, apparently. Hybrid immunity,” she joked. Chris Pizzello/Pool/Shutterstock  The season 30 Dancing With the Stars contestant revealed in September 2021 that he tested positive for COVID-19 for the second time in one year — just days after his professional partner, Cheryl Burke, announced she contracted the virus. “To properly rest and recover as well as avoid exposing others, I will be taking a break in the coming days,” he captioned an Instagram video at the time, noting his symptoms are “mild” thanks to getting vaccinated. “I appreciate all your support and I'll be back as soon as I am ready.” ABC  Brown tested positive for the coronavirus and subsequently announced his plans to put the Zac Brown Band’s “Comeback” tour on pause. “Despite taking precautions, I’ve tested positive for COVID-19,” the country crooner explained via Instagram in September 2021. “I am deeply disappointed this has happened, as touring is our life and performing live for our fans is the best part of our job. The bottom line is that I want to take every precaution to put the health and safety of our fans and crew first. We will resume the tour as soon as I have finished the CDC-mandated quarantine and it is safe for our band members and crew to do so.” Kristina Bumphrey/Shutterstock  "Honestly, y'all, I'm feeling straight. The only thing I'm dealing with is no taste, no smell, which is the worst part of it," Booker said on Twitch in September 2021. "I'm about a week in. I'mma be back in no time, no time. ... Having no smell, no taste it makes your day dry. It makes your day grey. It makes it grey, for real." He went on to add, "I'm not gonna tell you guys if I have the vaccine or not, but you could still get COVID with the vaccine, for anybody that's saying that. Educate yourself." Sophie Sahara  The Dancing With the Stars pro tested positive for the coronavirus despite being “fully vaccinated,” telling her Instagram followers in September 2021: "I feel so bad for [my partner], Cody [Rigsby], I feel like I’m letting him down. I just feel like s—t to be quite honest, and it’s so overwhelming because it’s Sunday and the show’s tomorrow. … I just hope I didn't spread it. For those of you who don't think COVID is a real thing, it's f—king real, dude. … I don't know what to say. I'll be in bed. God, I can't believe this happened.” Courtesy of Cheryl Burke/Instagram  As Selling Sunset halted production in September 2021, the HGTV star's rep confirmed that he had tested positive for the coronavirus, but "had no symptoms." El Moussa was quarantining with fiancée Heather Rae Young "out of an abundance of caution," the rep noted at the time. AFF-USA/Shutterstock  The comedian confirmed in May 2021 that he received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, but Rock revealed he had a breakthrough case in September. “Hey guys I just found out I have COVID," the Spiral actor shared via Twitter. "Trust me you don't want this. Get vaccinated." Scott Kirkland/FX/Picturegroup/Shutterstock  The 57-year-old star announced in September 2021 that she tested positive for COVID-19 while dealing with “ongoing health issues” earlier in the month. “To allow Wendy time to quarantine and fully recover and to ensure that our production abides by all SAG/AFTRA and DGA Covid protocols, we expect to begin the 13th season of The Wendy Williams Show on Monday, October 4,” the talk show said in a statement via Instagram at the time, noting the show would be pushed from its original September 20 premiere date to October. Gregory Pace/Shutterstock  The Dancing With the Stars pro revealed in September 2021 that he contracted the Delta variant three months prior after traveling for work. "It was pretty bad. I came back [from the trip] and I felt like crap," he said on the "Pretty Messed Up" podcast. "I went [to get tested] and it was negative. I went the second time, it was negative. I was dying. Literally dying. I felt like I couldn't breathe. It was just bad." A third test showed positive COVID-19 results and after spending two weeks at home, Savchenko got vaccinated. "Everybody who's not vaccinated, go get vaccinated 'cause that sucks. It sucks," he said. Chelsea Lauren/Shutterstock  The quarterback confirmed that he tested positive for the coronavirus in February 2021, shortly after the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrated their Super Bowl victory with a boat parade. Brady confirmed the news during an interview with the Tampa Bay Times, which was published in September. “And I think [COVID-19] going to be challenging this year,” he told the newspaper at the time. “I actually think it’s going to play more of a factor this year than last year, just because of the way what we’re doing now and what the stadium is going to look like and what the travel is going to look like and the people in the building and the fans." Kevin Sabitus/AP/Shutterstock  The comedian announced via an Instagram video on September 1, 2021 that he had tested positive for COVID-19. "I got back from the road Saturday night and was feeling very weary. I had a headache, and I just felt rundown," he shared, adding that he isolated himself from family after getting "fevers and sweats" that night. Shutterstock  Although both were vaccinated, the KISS bandmates tested positive for COVID-19 in succession and experienced mild symptoms in August 2021. Stanley tweeted on August 30 that he recovered, writing, “My COVID symptoms were MILD compared to many others and let me tell you... It kicked my ass.” The next day, Simmons tested positive, forcing KISS to postpone at least four concerts while the band quarantines. "While Paul Stanley recently tweeted that he has recovered from COVID, Gene Simmons has now tested positive and is experiencing mild symptoms," the band said in a statement. "The band and crew will remain at home and isolate for the next 10 days and doctors have indicated the tour should be able to resume on September 9th at FivePoint Amphitheatre in Irvine, CA." Charles Sykes/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  The Slipknot musician canceled his upcoming appearance at the “Astronomicon” convention in Ann Arbor, Michigan following a positive COVID-19 diagnosis. “I wish I had better news,” he shared via a video posted on the event’s official Facebook page. “I woke up today and tested positive, and I’m very, very sick. So I’m not gonna be able to make it this weekend. And I am absolutely devastated. I am so sorry. I hope everyone has a good time, and I promise you I will absolutely try to get back there as soon as I can. I should be okay.” In the video, Taylor acknowledged that he’s vaccinated and “not worried.” He added, “I certainly wouldn’t want to spread it to anyone else. So, everybody be safe out there. And thank you so much. And I will see you again, I promise.” Invision/AP/Shutterstock  The Younger alum confirmed in August 2021 that she had tested positive for the Delta variant of the coronavirus days after she began shooting How I Met Your Father for Hulu. “That delta... she's a little bitch. Symptoms: bad headache. No taste or smell. Sinus pressure. Brain fog,” she captioned an Instagram Story. "Happy to be vaxxed." Courtesy of Hilary Duff/Instagram  "I am vaccinated and I got COVID, and it's bad," the actress explained in an August 2021 Instagram video. "It's weighing on my chest. It's hard to breathe. One of my kids, I think, has it so far. I'm praying that the other ones are OK. ... I'm just scared and sad and disappointed in myself and some of our leaders. I just wish I'd done better, so I'm asking you guys to do better. Protect your families. Protect your kids." Courtesy of Melissa Joan Hart/Instagram  The rapper didn’t reveal when he was diagnosed with coronavirus, but his struggle with the illness affected his hair growth. When a fan commented via Instagram they were “stressed” over the hairstyle in August 2021, Drake explained that he was dealing with a COVID-19 side effect. “I had Covid that s--t grew in weird I had to start again,” the “Hotline Bling” rapper replied with a laughing emoji. “It’s coming back don’t diss.” Shutterstock  "My family and I have recovered from COVID and we're all good now," an image shared via Instagram in August 2021 read. "God is the greatest! God love us and we love God!" The DJ shares hares sons Asahd, 4, and Aalam, 18 months, with wife Nicole Tuck, but he didn’t say exactly which family members were diagnosed with coronavirus. He thanked his support system and his doctors, and he shared a message to fans. “Please be safe out there! Please take care of yourself,” he added. Michele Eve Sandberg/Shutterstock  "It's not fun to get this. I did get it. Rex and I got it and it's not fun," the country singer said via a TikTok video in August 2021. "You don't feel good. We were both vaccinated and we still got it, so stay safe, stay home, and be protected the best you can." Courtesy Rex Linn/Instagram  After the 16 and Pregnant alum’s family vacation to the Dominican Republic in August 2021, she and her four children contracted the coronavirus. Lowry’s son Lincoln’s dad, Javi Marroquin, subsequently tested positive. Courtesy of Kailyn Lowry/Instagram  The TV personality announced that she tested positive for COVID-19, despite being fully vaccinated. “I’m telling you this so that you understand that the pandemic is very much NOT over,” the former E! News anchor shared via Instagram in July 2021. “Delta is relentless and highly contagious and grabbed ahold of me even after getting vaccinated. I was caring for someone who contracted Covid (although at the time we thought it was just the flu) - so I did come into close contact with the virus, but I wore a mask, and again I’m fully vaccinated. I assumed I would be fine. Well I’m not.” Sadler added that her symptoms include a fever, headache and "serious congestion." Courtesy of Catt Sadler/Instagram  During a May 2021 episode of Keeping Up With the Kardashians, the SKIMS founder shared that she secretly battled COVID-19 months prior. She explained that she tested positive after getting it from her son Saint, who originally contracted the virus from someone in his school. Todd Williamson/Shutterstock  The actress revealed in May 2021 that she was diagnosed in the early days of the pandemic and that she chose at the time to keep it a secret. “My doctor begged me to go to the hospital because it was so bad. I said, ‘No, thank you. I’d rather die at home,’” Hayek told Variety. The Hitman's Bodyguard star was isolated from her family for seven weeks in another room in their house and was even put on oxygen at one point. Hayek has since returned to work but explained that she still doesn't have all her energy back. “It was not a lot of time,” she said. “It was easy. It was the perfect job to just get back into it. I had started doing Zooms at one point, but I could only do so many because I would get so tired.” Broadimage/Shutterstock  HBO announced that Real Time With Bill Maher won't be taping an episode of the show following the host testing positive for COVID-19. “Bill tested positive during weekly staff PCR testing for COVID. He is fully vaccinated and as a result is asymptomatic and feels fine,” the network wrote in a statement in May 2021. “Real Time production has taken every precaution following COVID CDC guidelines. No other staff or crew members have tested positive at this time. The show will be rescheduled at a later date.” Maher thanked his fans that same day for their outpouring of support and reflected on missing his first episode in almost 30 years. “Thanks to all wishing me get well - hard to do since I feel perfectly fine, but I appreciate it!” he wrote via Twitter. “Most upset about ending my streak going back to 1993 of never missing a Politically Incorrect or Real Time episode. Oh well, even Cal Ripken had to sit one out at some point.” Mediapunch/Shutterstock  The 90 Day Fiancé couple announced in April 2021 that they tested positive for COVID-19 while living in India. "Thank you all for praying for us," Singh wrote via Instagram. "Thank you all for hoping best for us and for wishing us good health and stay safe. Sorry to inform you all that we both are Covid positive." He added that they're both "doing okay" and "hoping to recover" as soon as possible. Courtesy of SumitJenny/Instagram  Sweet's bandmates announced on April 15 that he contracted the virus and wouldn't be joining Little Big Town at the 2021 ACM Awards. "Well, Philly's not feeling good. We might as well break the news, he's got the COVID," Jimi Westbrook revealed during an interview on Audacy. "He seems to be holding off the really bad stuff, just a little not feeling great." Karen Fairchild added, "Over the hump today, he's hoping. ... He is, unfortunately, so sad and missing out on this whole ACM week. But he'll be back soon." imageSPACE/Shutterstock  The country singer announced in April 2021 that he would miss the first live episode of American Idol season 19 because he had tested positive for COVID-19. "I'm sad to say I won’t be a part of tonight's first live @AmericanIdol show," he tweeted. "I tested positive for COVID but I'm doing well and look forward to being back at it soon." Original Idol panelist Paula Abdul stepped in as a replacement judge for the episode. Stephen Lovekin/Shutterstock  Benedict Cumberbatch opened up in April 2021 about his fear that he was "patient zero" in bringing the coronavirus to the United States. The actor explained that while shooting a film in South Africa he became “terribly ill with what he believes now was COVID-19." “I was incredibly ill, to the point that when all this COVID stuff suddenly broke in the new year, I was thinking, ‘Oh my god, was I actually patient zero?’” Cumberbatch revealed. Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock  After the Big Ang alum contracted coronavirus, she died at the Staten Island University Hospital in April 2021. Charles Sykes/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  Us confirmed in March 2021 that he former governor of Alaska tested positive for COVID alongside some of her family members, including her 12-year-old son Trig. She said in an Instagram Story that the “worst thing” about contracting the virus was, “When you’re not feeling well, don’t you still just want your mom?” Palin detailed her symptoms in a statement to People, revealing that she had “bizarre” feelings like loss of taste and smell, which made her assume “unmistakable COVID caught me” before she tested positive. "I strongly encourage everyone to use common sense to avoid spreading this and every other virus out there," she said in the statement. "There are more viruses than there are stars in the sky, meaning we'll never avoid every source of illness or danger ... But please be vigilant, don't be frightened, and I advise reprioritizing some personal time and resources to ensure as healthy a lifestyle as you can create so when viruses do hit, you have at least some armor to fight it." Colin Young-Wolff/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  The Open Book author revealed she tested positive for COVID-19 on the same day she sat down to write her new essay, Take the Lead. “This past year has been especially intense for me and so many of you. I started writing this essay on the same day I received a positive test result for COVID-19. I decided instead of being driven by fear, I would manifest a hopeful conversation with you,” Simpson wrote in March 2021 via Instagram. “I felt strong, resilient, and God-inspired through my pen teaching me as I was sharing with you ways to get to the other side of fear.” Cindy Barrymore/Shutterstock  The model recalled her coronavirus health scare during an interview with Babe by HATCH in March 2021. “At first, finding out I had COVID while pregnant was unnerving, especially as I didn’t know anybody who had it while they were pregnant,” she explained. “The first night I was a little scared but went into full-on mama-bear mode. I had to stay vital for everyone. I was pregnant with three guys quarantined in our apartment, and no help.” The former Victoria’s Secret model noted that she cleaned and cooked every day, making fresh juices to “boost our immunity” all while being sick herself. “Fortunately, none of us had symptoms outside of being a little achy, but it was still intense. We did our best to make it fun [for the kids] and lived upside down for a while because I felt terrible for the kids,” she explained. “The sofa turned into a trampoline, and I had to let go of my love of organization! Now, as a bonus, it looks like the baby will have antibodies which is such a relief.” MediaPunch/Shutterstock  The American Idol alum announced via social media on March 20, 2021, that she was canceling a concert after coming down with coronavirus. “I am so sad to say I will not be at the acoustic show in Lexington, Kentucky tonight,” she wrote in a statement. “I tested positive for COVID yesterday. I am quarantining and trying to get better! Please know I can’t wait to be back — when it is safe for all of us.” She ended her message by asking fans to “cheer me up” by sending her videos and photos from the concert, which also features Jon Pardi, Jordan Davis, Travis Denning and Priscilla Block. MediaPunch/Shutterstock  The Prodigal Son actor revealed on March 8, 2021 that he “spent the last few weeks laid low by COVID.” His girlfriend confirmed that both she and the couple’s 17-month-old daughter, Lyra, had been battling the virus as well. “It's been very challenging for all of us but luckily we're all much better now than we were,” the Swedish actress wrote via Instagram. “Thankfully I was lucky to only have relatively mild symptoms, which meant that I could keep focusing on Lyra and Michael.” Matt Baron/Shutterstock  The Real Housewives of Atlanta alum revealed on March 2, 2021, that she and her husband had "tested + for Covid A few days ago," writing via her Instagram Stories that their battle had "been a hell of a ride!" Kristina Bumphrey/Starpix/Shutterstock  The Dancing With the Stars pro revealed on February 27, 2021, that she was battling coronavirus when she gave birth to her son, Leo, a month earlier. "So I've debated sharing this or not… but yes we did have Covid when Leo was born," Carson replied to a fan on her Instagram Stories who asked if she had tested positive. "We gave it to my parents on Christmas Eve. They weren't out of quarantine yet & had to meet their grandson for the first time through a window literally broke my heart into pieces," she added along with crying emojis as she shared a video of the moment. Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/MEGA  "The Queen and I have now tested twice," Yearwood’s husband Garth Brooks wrote in a statement posted on his Facebook page February 24, 2021. "Officially, she’s diagnosed as ‘on her way out of the tunnel’ now, though, which I’m extremely thankful for. … Anyone who knows [Yearwood] knows she's a fighter and she's been doing everything right, so I know we’ll walk out the other side of this thing together.” Matt Baron/Shutterstock  The Oscar winner detailed her quiet coronavirus battle via her Goop website in February 2021. “I had COVID-19 early on, and it left me with some long-tail fatigue and brain fog,” she wrote on the wellness site. “In January, I had some tests done that showed really high levels of inflammation in my body. So I turned to one of the smartest experts I know in this space, the functional medicine practitioner Dr. Will Cole. After he saw all my labs, he explained that this was a case where the road to healing was going to be longer than usual.” Gregory Pace/Shutterstock  After going “MIA for a week,” the Sonny With a Chance alum told her Instagram followers on February 14 that she had been hospitalized with COVID-19. “My week has consisted of lots of snot filled tissues, vitamin c, d and zinc, Tylenol for body aches, chills and fever, a z pack for extreme congestion, soup that I can’t taste and a vaporizer/humidifier as my only friend in the quarantined guest room I’ve been hanging out in,” she wrote via Instagram. “Not quite the way I wanted to spend my 35th birthday today but hey, I’m definitely feeling better today than the start of the week so I’ll take it. Happy Valentine’s Day my peeps!” Courtesy of Tiffany Thornton/Instagram  The reality star announced on February 14 that she was quarantining away from her family after testing positive. “Happy Valentine’s Day! This ones a bit different.... I have Covid,” she wrote via Instagram. “I’ve been isolated in my room since I found out. My family & I have been super cautious & careful, so this is super scary.” Charles Sykes/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  Variety reported on February 3 that the Masked Singer host tested positive for COVID-19 and would therefore be replaced by Niecy Nash for the first few episodes of season 5 of the Fox series. Chelsea Lauren/Shutterstock  "Got my results back today and they came back positive for COVID,” the Olympic gymnast wrote on her January 30 Instagram Story. “Not going to lie … I’m nervous knowing I’m positive. It's been a long two weeks of RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) with [my daughter], Drew, and now this. My body is exhausted. ... So far, I have a cough, terrible sore throat and headache. Fatigue for sure but that's pregnancy haha. Not looking for any kind of pitty [sic] party. Just a reminder to take care of yourself. Drink an extra water tonight and wash your hands.” Courtesy of Shawn Johnson/Instagram  The Chappelle Show creator was forced to bow out of a series of shows in Austin, Texas in January after testing positive for COVID-19. His rep confirmed the news in a statement to TMZ, saying, "Dave Chappelle is quarantined after testing positive for COVID-19. His remaining shows at Stubbs Waller Creek Amphitheater in Austin, Texas, have been cancelled and ticket holders should contact their point of purchase for refund." John Salangsang/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  The reality star opened up about his diagnosis during an episode of Dr. Oz on January 14. He got bloodwork done and received a variety of recommended treatments while he stayed in a “packed” emergency room earlier in the year. “My stepdaughter, Jordan, Colleen [Conrad]‘s daughter, took me to the hospital and I had a 104.8 [degree fever]. I was in a wheelchair. I had to wait in the ER. It was packed, like, the hospital was full and then they put me on a gurney and put me in the hallway in the waiting room, so I could get a temporary room,” he revealed at the time. “All of a sudden, I’m getting antibiotics, steroids and a plasma antibody transfusion for COVID. It happened really fast. Then they moved me … up to another room, a more permanent room. Then I just remember sleeping and it was just surreal. Like, ‘What?’ I didn’t even realize why I was there until, like, three days later.” ZoCo Productions, LLC  The actress opened up about her battle in an Instagram post on January 15. “Reunited with my loves … what a wild 2 weeks,” she captioned a pic of herself hugging her kids Sailor, 5, and Lula, 4, while wearing a mask. “I’m such a private and shy person and usually don’t share such things but this is a big one and I feel we all need to share our stories, to share information, to gather facts and awareness and mostly to know we are not alone in this.” Tyler tested positive on New Year’s Eve. “S–t, I had made it all the way through 2020 keeping myself and my family safe. Doing everything I could to protect my wolf pack and follow the rules to protect others,” she continued. “They sent me little messages and drawings under my door. Reminders of what’s on the other side. What to get better for.” Courtesy Liv Tyler/Instagram  The Minnesota Timberwolves player revealed he tested positive on January 15. “Prior to tonight’s game, I received yet another awful call that I tested positive for COVID. I will immediately isolate and follow every protocol,” he wrote via Instagram. “Continue to take it seriously by taking all of the necessary precautions.” Towns’ mother and six other family members have died from complications related to the coronavirus. “I’ve seen a lot of coffins in the last seven months, eight months,” he told reporters in December 2020. “But I have a lot of people who have — in my family and my mom’s family — who have gotten COVID. I’m the one looking for answers still, trying to find how to keep them healthy. It’s just a lot of responsibility on me to keep my family well informed and to make all the moves necessary to keep them alive.” Courtesy of Jordyn Woods/Instagram  The British athlete tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of the Australian Open. The tennis organization revealed the news on Twitter, confirming that he was isolating at home and would not immediately fly Down Under to compete in the Grand Slam championship. Nick Wass/AP/Shutterstock  "I’ve had COVID (still recovering but I’m doing good today!!) so today is the day I’ve worn makeup,” the Bravo personality wrote on her January 13 Instagram Story. "Still quarantining (in the salon LOL) but have Zoom meetings all day. I’ve been beyond bored for awhile so if anybody has any suggestions on what to watch on Hulu or Netflix, please let me know because I am running out of things to do up here in the salon. Very bored. … I’m gonna test again to see how I’m doing because I think I’ve had it for almost two weeks now." Courtesy of Brielle Biermann/Instagram  "Yes, Austin and I both tested positive for COVID last year,” the Counting On star wrote via Instagram in January 2021. "I was still pregnant with Evelyn. We both had body aches, slight fever and lost our taste and smell. Thankfully, we recovered quickly!” Courtesy of TLC's Counting On  After the Harry Potter star tested positive for the coronavirus in December, her son, Tenn, contracted COVID and stayed in the hospital for a few days. When the infant returned home, the actress told Lorraine Kelly on January 12 that her boyfriend, Alfie Brown, was battling COVID after a "weird delay" and was "doing OK." Courtesy of Jessie Cave/Instagram; Inset: Courtesy of Alfie Brown/Instagram  The singer revealed on January 9 that she was diagnosed with coronavirus. "Finally got COVID but weirdly enjoying the Dayquil fever dream 2021," Grimes wrote on her Instagram Story as she shared the cover photo of SZA's "Good Days." Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/MEGA  “Unfortunately, my family and I closed out 2020 learning that we had contracted Covid while in California over the holidays,” the U.S. women’s national soccer team player tweeted on January 5. “We are all in good spirits and recovering well. My body is fully recovered, and I can join my teammates back on the field soon. Be safe and happy new year.” Courtesy Alex Morgan/Instagram  The veteran talk show host was hospitalized in Los Angeles as he battled coronavirus, multiple outlets reported on January 2. Milla Cochran/Startraks  The Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. star revealed on December 31 that she tested positive for the virus after waking up with a high fever on Christmas morning. “It’s been a rough week to say the least,” she wrote on her Instagram Stories, noting that “multiple members of [her] family are also infected.” Bennet told fans that she “always wore a mask, social distanced, and took all the necessary precautions” but still got sick, adding, “If it can happen to me it can happen to you.” Andrew H. Walker/Shutterstock  The Miami Dolphins quarterback tested positive for COVID-19 on December 31, one day after practicing with his team. “It hurts. He’s a leader on our team. He brings energy,” safety Eric Rowe later told reporters. AP/Shutterstock  After telling her Instagram followers on December 24 that her stepsons, Cade and Jack, had tested positive for COVID-19, the Office alum, her husband, Joshua Snyder, and their daughter, Isabel, were also diagnosed with the virus. “I knew the odds were against me since I was living with 4 Covid positive people. I really tried to quarantine and not get it,” Kinsey wrote via Instagram on December 29. Courtesy Angela Kinsey/Instagram  "Cheers to the New Year with some Hydralyte for Covid-19. Drew tested positve [SIC] day 4 and @firstladyoflove is negative," the TV star wrote via Instagram in December 2020, captioning a photo of himself and wife Susan Sailer Pinsky. "#2020 #covid19 #youlive. Drew is home, under survelliance [SIC] and fever is down. Thanks Dr. Zelenko, Dr. Yo and Dr. Jeff for the superior care and advice. Drew is feeling better and will hppefully [SIC] get well soon." Courtesy of Instagram/Dr. Drew  The S.W.A.T. star revealed on December 23 that he tested positive for COVID-19 after thinking he had a bad case of food poisoning. “[I] had chills and aches all day today … still can smell, taste, no cough, no runny nose,” he wrote via Instagram. “I have to accept test results … I feel fine now … but I have to be responsible!!!!” The Criminal Minds alum noted that his Christmas and New Year’s celebrations are “clearly not gonna be the best,” before explaining, “My last year and a half has not be the best … but I WILL BE OKAY!!!” He concluded: “This is a hard time for ALL OF US … the WORLD!!! But … I BELIEVE in the sun shining through the rain!!! Stay safe and appreciate everything and everybody you have and had!! MUCH LOVE!!!!” Chelsea Lauren/Shutterstock  The Bachelor Nation couple announced they had tested positive on December 24. "Jason and I had been trying to quarantine before seeing family. We thought we were making a responsible decision to have ONE person over, who had been tested daily for work. Negative tests 4 days in a row. The day we saw her, she became positive which we all found out the next day. Now, like many, we will spend Christmas by ourselves," Bristowe wrote via Instagram. "We just want to let everyone know that we thought we were being safe, but covid is bigger than us. Today, We are thinking of everyone who is spending the holidays alone, anyone who is sick or overcoming something, (as 2020 has taught us to overcome a lot), and all of the healthcare workers who have been away from family, taking care of others for months, and months now. We will be ok!! Be safe and happy holidays!!" AFF-USA/Shutterstock  "2020 has been a crazy/twisted year for all of us. Recently I tested positive for Covid-19, I was lucky enough to catch the news before being around and infecting my loved ones (friends, family, significant other). I quickly isolated myself and started my quarantine process alone," Britney Spears' personal trainer boyfriend revealed via Instagram on December 23. "This is where my healthy lifestyle helped a lot, I only had 1 day of common cold symptoms day 2 after testing positive but 24 hours later I was perfectly normal. I continued my workouts and clean nutrition at home as usual. 10 days later I was no longer contagious, and tested negative twice and was cleared by doctors to end quarantine and return to my loved ones." MediaPunch/Shutterstock  "I wanted to share that I’ve tested positive for COVID-19,” the Talk cohost announced via Instagram on December 14. “After a brief hospitalization, I’m now recuperating at a location away from [my husband], Ozzy [Osbourne], (who has tested negative) while The Talk is on a scheduled hiatus.” Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock  The singer revealed on December 12 that she had been diagnosed with coronavirus hours before her Verzuz battle with Keyshia Cole was set to take place. "Hey y'all I can't believe I'm saying this but I tested positive for COVID-19," she wrote. "I'm ok and not in any pain. I'm actually down to do the verzuz from my house… we're trying to figure it out!!!" The webcast series later announced in an Instagram post that the event had been postponed and rescheduled for January 9, 2021. Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock  The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star confirmed via her Instagram Story on December 10 that she tested positive. "After a long, grueling, two weeks (due to COVID), the kids and I were able to spend the first night of Hannukah together, and I couldn't be more grateful," she captioned a pic with her children, Phoenix and Jagger. Matt Baron/Shutterstock  The Southern Charm stars revealed that they tested positive during the December 10 episode of the Bravo series. "Craig and I thought we were invincible," Kroll said on the show. "It's really weird to be a part of a statistic. Like, s--t, I am one of them." Stewart Cook/Shutterstock  The Talk cohost missed the December 10 episode of the talk show after testing positive for COVID-19. After her fellow costars announced her positive diagnosis, she confirmed the news on Instagram, saying, “I’m home with some symptoms and will be sequestering as per the CDC guidelines, resting and taking care of myself.” She asked everyone to “stay vigilant” amid the holidays, noting that despite strict protocols at work “it still found its way to me.” Inaba also noted that she has a “fever and bad cough and lots of aches and pains” as a result of the illness. ABC/Kelsey McNeal  The singer revealed via Instagram that she tested positive in December 2020. "I'm all good but will be isolating for a little bit to protect those around me," she wrote at the time, noting that she's hoping to still finish her upcoming album in time for a 2021 release. "Trust me, I'm doing everything I can. ... I have to make sure I'm being safe first." Broadimage/Shutterstock  The Ellen DeGeneres Show host announced on December 10 that she tested positive for COVID-19. “Fortunately, I am feeling fine right now,” she shared via social media. “Anyone who has been in close contact with me has been notified and I am following all proper CDC guidelines.” The comedian added that she will see her fans again “after the holidays” and reminded everyone to “please stay healthy and safe.” Matt Baron/Shutterstock  The Twilight star contracted the virus while filming the Christmas movie Happiest Season in Pittsburgh in February. "COVID was on our set. Kristen got sick, but we didn't know," her costar Aubrey Plaza revealed on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert on December 4. Matt Baron/Shutterstock  The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star announced on December 5 that she and her daughter Sophia tested positive for COVID after production was suspended on the Bravo show. "I love these people so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Some of you may have heard I have COVID. I got it after these photos were taken," Richards captioned a family Christmas portrait. "Since I was diagnosed I have been separated from my family in order to keep them healthy. Unfortunately, Sophia also got it. We will stay in isolation until it's safe to see the family and others again. I can't wait to hug them. John Tsiavis/Bravo  "I did end up getting it, the big, dreaded COVID-19. It got through my whole family," Siwa told Entertainment Tonight in December 2020, sharing that she was diagnosed after her brother, Jayden Siwa, and parents found out they were infected. "We had headaches, we were tired, we had shortness of breath, we had all the things. All my family actually lost their taste and smell, but all have it back. But I never did. ... Everyone who gets this virus, it's gonna affect them differently. We were all, like, three days apart." RHTY/starmaxinc.com/Shutterstock  The singer revealed on December 1 that she battled COVID-19 in November after coming in contact with a maskless fan at a restaurant in October. “I just wanted to share with you the fact that I was in quarantine and the one day I went out and met with one person that was not wearing a mask — I even held my breath, quite honestly, through their talk — something must have happened,” she explained in an Instagram video, noting that her only symptoms were “the loss of smell and taste and a little bit of a cough.” Evan Falk/Shutterstock  Perez contracted the coronavirus in December 2019, while filming HBO Max's The Flight Attendant in Thailand. “We had two and a half more episodes to do. We got shut down in the middle of episode six. I had told everybody, ‘We’re going to get shut down,'" Perez told Uproxx in an interview in November 2020. "I had contracted COVID when we flew to Bangkok. And at that time, they were saying it’s a new respiratory tract infection. It’s a virus that’s going around. We don’t really know what it is and what it does, but it attacks the respiratory system first and then travels to other parts of your body." She also recalled telling her manager, "Don't let me die in Bangkok," and he responded by telling her how scared she was making him. "The head of the ICU says, ‘You should be scared, sir. This is serious. We’re going to have to put her in a separate room.’ Because it was new. [This] was in December," Perez added. "I remember the doctor saying to me, ‘The mask that you have on, the mask that I have on, every time you go outside, every time you meet someone wear that mask — not just for you, but to protect them too.’ And I haven’t forgotten it. But anyway, we got shut down and it was tough because it was a good gig for a lot of hard-working people." Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock  The former Bachelor revealed his diagnosis on November 26 as he celebrated a socially-distant Thanksgiving with wife Lauren Burnham and their daughter, Alessi. "I actually tested positive for COVID ... like, nine days ago. Tomorrow I get to go in and see if I'm all clear. It's been rough, I've gotta say. It's not been easy," he said in an Instagram Story. The following day, he shared his testing experience with his social media followers. Courtesy of Arie Luyendyk Jr/Instagram  After missing the 2020 American Music Awards without explanation, the reggaeton singer announced on November 23 that he had tested positive for the coronavirus. imageSPACE/Shutterstock  A spokesperson for President Donald Trump’s eldest son confirmed to Bloomberg on November 20 that the businessman tested positive for COVID-19. He began isolating four days prior and was asymptomatic. Gregory Pace/Shutterstock  The Catfish host revealed on November 17 that both he and his wife, Laura Perlogno, battled COVID-19 in March and have since made a “full recovery.” He detailed the experience on Instagram saying that “for over three weeks, my constant fatigue, headaches and difficulty breathing was awful and the stress of wondering if my symptoms would worsen was horrifying.” He added: “With all the fear, uncertainty, and unrest that has followed it’s been a roller coaster of emotions for all of us.” MJ Photos/Shutterstock  The Dear Evan Hansen star revealed via Twitter on November 15 that he contracted COVID-19 in March. "It was like an awful flu that lingered for 3 weeks or so. Thankfully made a full recovery. So many haven't been as lucky and will continue not to be," the Tony winner wrote. As fans sent him their well-wishes, Platt reassured them that he was feeling healthy. "I'm totally fine now you sweet bb's keep distancing and masking!" he tweeted. MediaPunch/Shutterstock  The Real Housewives of Orange County alum revealed her diagnosis on November 15. “I tested positive for Covid,” she wrote via her Instagram Story. “I have been safe while traveling but I had an exchange on Tuesday where I did not protect myself and this is when I had to have been infected. I have been safe with distancing and masks since Tuesday including when I went to dinner solo and stayed distant and wore a mask at Hayes’s soccer. My kids have been at their father’s but Hayes will quarantine due to brief (1 hour) proximity to me. I have contacted everyone and will isolate for 10 days minimum per CDC guidelines. My children will have to stay with my parents as they cannot stay at my house while I’m sick.” AFF-USA/Shutterstock  On November 13, the Real Housewives of Miami alum revealed in a since-deleted Instagram Story that she had been experiencing symptoms of the novel virus for roughly a week. Pippen's rep later confirmed the news, telling Us, "She's been battling it for a week with a hard time breathing. She's had horrible body aches. We're hoping she starts feeling better soon." Broadimage/Shutterstock  The Sons of Anarchy alum revealed during an interview with Jimmy Kimmel on November 6 that he'd tested positive for coronavirus "earlier this year." He explained that his case "wasn't particularly acute" but he lost his sense of taste and smell "for about 10 days and had a little bit of fatigue." Hunnam said he knew something "wasn't quite right" when he was grinding coffee beans in the morning "and realized I couldn't smell at all." His girlfriend, Morgana McNelis, couldn't taste the coffee either. Since it was early in the pandemic, loss of taste hadn't been revealed as a COVID symptom, so the British star thought he and his girlfriend were "simultaneously having a stroke." During his interview, the Jungleland star said he was feeling sick, with a fever, dry cough and fatigue and was concerned "it could be COVID" again. He added that he hadn't left the house "in six months" apart from taking his new cat to the vet. The feline was also diagnosed with coronavirus. Magnus Sundholm/Shutterstock  The Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman tested positive in the middle of Game 6 of the 2020 World Series on October 27. After his team clinched the title, Turner joined them in celebrating on the field and came under fire for removing his face mask. “I feel great, no symptoms at all. Just experienced every emotion you can possibly imagine,” he later tweeted. JOHN G MABANGLO/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock  The Arrow alum revealed on the October 27 episode of the “Inside of You” podcast that he contracted the coronavirus in the middle of production for his Starz show Heels. “When I got the positive test, for me it became, ‘Holy f--k. I just destroyed this show because I’m No. 1 on the call sheet, and I work every day more or less,’” he said. “I’m in my head going, ‘S--t, they’re going to have to shut down the production. We’re not yet done with the first block of two episodes. Did I just ruin this?’” Broadimage/Shutterstock  On October 13, the Portuguese Soccer Federation confirmed that the pro athlete is "doing well, without symptoms and in isolation" after testing positive for the novel disease. Ronaldo, who was set to take the field against Sweden the following day, was released from the team's training facility out of an abundance of caution. "Following the positive case, the remaining players underwent new tests this Tuesday morning, all with a negative result," the federation said in a statement. Frank Augstein/AP/Shutterstock  The “Bottoms Up” crooner revealed his coronavirus diagnosis via Instagram on October 5. “I’ve taken many tests as I’ve been out protesting, food drives, of course I have a very young son at home, so I get tested periodically and, this time, unfortunately it came back positive,” Songz said in a video. “I will be taking it seriously, I will be self-quarantining. I will be in my house until I see a negative sign.” Courtesy Trey Songz/Instagram  The Yeezy designer’s wife, Kim Kardashian, disclosed his COVID-19 battle in Grazia USA on October 6. “Kanye had it way at the beginning, when nobody really knew what was going on,” the businesswoman told the publication. “It was so scary and unknown.” Kardashian also explained how she nursed West back to health, adding: “I had to go and change his sheets and help him get out of bed when he wasn’t feeling good. It was a challenge because it was so unknown. Changing his sheets with gloves and a face shield was really a scary time.” Evan Agostini/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  The New England Patriots quarterback tested positive for coronavirus, ESPN reported on October 3. "Late last night, we received notice that a Patriots player tested positive for COVID-19," the team said in a statement on Twitter. "The player immediately entered self-quarantine. Several additional players, coaches and staff who have been in close contact with the player received point of care tests this morning and all were negative for COVID-19." Broadimage/Shutterstock  "Tonight I tested positive for COVID-19," the former White House advisor tweeted on October 2. "My symptoms are mild (light cough) and I'm feeling fine. I have begun a quarantine process in consultation with physicians. As always, my heart is with everyone affected by this global pandemic." Shutterstock  “Tonight, @FLOTUS and I tested positive for COVID-19,” the president tweeted on October 2 after downplaying the virus for months. “We will begin our quarantine and recovery process immediately. We will get through this TOGETHER!” Andrew Harnik/AP/Shutterstock  During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Parsons revealed that both he and his husband, Todd Spiewak, recovered from their coronavirus battles. “We had it. Todd and I both had it early on. It was, like, middle of March,” he told Jimmy Fallon on September 28. “We didn’t know what it was. We thought we had colds, and then it seemed less likely, and then, finally, we lost our sense of smell and taste.” The Big Bang Theory alum added, “It defied the descriptions for me. I didn’t realize how, completely, taste and smell could be gone. And when you're in quarantine, and there is really nothing to do but eat — Oh, my God. That was brutal.” imageSPACE/Shutterstock  “My sister has been diagnosed with a severe case of COVID-19 and was hospitalized Thursday night after having trouble breathing,” the Basketball Wives star's sister, Jayde, told The Shade Room on September 26. “We would like to ask everyone to please keep her in your prayers as she continues to fight through this. We love you all and please stay safe!” Instagram/Brandi Maxiell  The entertainment reporter revealed on September 20 that she wouldn’t be hosting the Emmys red carpet, explaining, "As part of E! and NBCUniversal's very strict testing guidelines, especially before an event like this, I did find out that I tested positive for COVID-19. Now as much as I didn't want to hear that, I'm very thankful I heard it before I traveled and possibly could have exposed other people. So for that, I'm thankful." David Fisher/Shutterstock  “I am terribly sorry I cannot be with my E! family tonight,” the Empire alum announced in a September 20 statement ahead of the Emmys red carpet. “Unfortunately, I have tested positive for the coronavirus, so in an abundance of caution, I am isolating myself at home. During these unprecedented times, it’s more important than ever that we follow all safety and health rules and guidelines to protect ourselves and each other." Stewart Cook/Shutterstock |
| Tamales! Midnight Mass! Eva Longoria Shares Her Holiday Traditions Posted: 13 Dec 2021 11:49 AM PST Christmas pajamas, baking sweet treats and decorating trees with family … oh my! There is no right — or wrong — way to get into the holiday spirit, and many celebrities have shared their favorite traditions during the special season. Wells Adams and Sarah Hyland spent their first Christmas together as an engaged couple in 2019. Just one year before, the Bachelor in Paradise bartender told Us Weekly exclusively what Christmas tradition they were starting together. "Our only tradition — because we're so new, like we've just finished a year dating — for Christmas we wear onesies, which is what everyone does," the former Bachelorette contestant told Us in November 2018. "It's fun because you're hungover on Christmas Day and it's comfy." Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos get to spend Christmas together alongside their three children: Michael, Lola and Joaquin. Every year, the All My Children alums have their kids pose for a Christmas card. The bunch also traditionally attend mass on Christmas Eve. For the coronavirus pandemic in 2020, the Live With Kelly and Ryan cohost revealed how her family has adjusted their celebrations by attending mass via Zoom and making dinner at home. "I will make the feast of the singular fish — the feast of the mollusk. I'm not a chef, but I can make a delicious linguine and clam," she told SheKnows for its December 2020 digital issue. Ripa will additionally bake her grandmother's Spritz cookies during the holiday season. "I used to labor under this belief that my children would join me and this would be such a family event and everybody would love doing it … and I think the kids maybe twice made cookies with me and the rest of the time they could not be bothered," she explained to the publication. "So it's really just something I do." Kate Hudson, meanwhile, shared what she enjoys most about cherishing the extra time she gets with loved ones. "I love a party and I love the tradition of Christmas, and I'm Jewish, so I don't know how that worked out," she said in a 2016 blog post for her Fabletics brand. "I think I just love gathering people together and seeing people happy. It's the time where everybody needs to gather, do a big group hug and enjoy the festivities. We're really celebrating life in those moments." The How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days actress continued, "I look forward to the holiday season because it's a time that I get to spend with my family that's uninterrupted. And it's filled with traditions that make me feel comfortable and cozy. It's just this beautiful, special time of year. The older you get, the more you realize that you want to prolong those moments for as long as you can, probably because I love my family so much, so I just want to, like, soak it all up." Whether it's jet-setting to a tropical island or staying home, scroll down to see what makes your favorite star the merriest during the best time of the year.  “I'm Mexican. I'm a Texican. We celebrate on the 24th,” the Let’s Get married actress exclusively told Us Weekly in December 2021. “We don't really do the Christmas morning, like, wait [for] Santa. Somehow Santa came at 2:00 p.m. and here are all the presents.” The Desperate Housewives alum continued: “We do the huge meal and presents and all of that the night of the 24th. We usually go to mass at midnight. That’s tradition.” She added that tamales are a must for the holiday season in her family, joking, they are packed up in a “Ralph’s plastic bag” and must be handed out evenly or becomes a “war” between the aunts. “You have to count out the tamales,” Longoria said. MediaPunch/Shutterstock  The “Midnight Sky” singer revealed the one tradition she shares with her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, each year. “My favorite thing to do when I go home is we go and we throw the ball around outside on my dad’s farm,” she said on Good Morning Football in December 2020. “Some of my greatest memories are playing football with my dad.” Rob Latour/Shutterstock  The Little Fires Everywhere alum revealed she loves making gingerbread houses. “One of my favorite things about this time of year is decorating gingerbread houses with my kids,” she wrote via Instagram in December 2020. “Well... ok... we mostly just eat the candy. 🍬 🤪 .” Courtesy Reese Witherspoon/Instagram  “I enjoy decorating with my oldest son, Isaiah. He loves helping and he loves doing the tree,” she told Parade in December 2020. “I put out some things while he was away at school and he came home and he was like, ‘You decorated without me,’ and I was like, ‘I just got the stuff that was, like, bigger and you wouldn’t have any fun doing this anyway because I wasn’t decorating a tree.’ But we enjoy doing that.” The “Cry Pretty” singer continued, “He loves helping me in the kitchen and making cookies. His great-grandmother passed away not too, too long ago and we have her ginger cookies that she would always make. We have that recipe and we do that and talk about her, and just things like that are really, really sweet.” Rob Latour/Shutterstock  “My mom was big into ceramics when I was growing up. She made this beautiful Christmas ceramic tree, and on each point is a candle. … We would light a candle and say what we were most thankful for,” the Holidate actress told Us in November 2020. “That tradition kind of got a little lost as I became an adult and began to work all the time. Though I don’t have a ceramic Christmas tree — it’s probably in my parents’ attic — because we know I’m on the go, they come to me a lot. When I’m done working this year, I will get to come home to Oklahoma and be with them for the first time in a long time.” Matt Baron/Shutterstock  The Big Little Lies alum and former Friends star celebrate the holidays together. They commemorated their 14th Christmas Eve with one another in 2019. “I love this family and our Christmas Eve tradition. Some things never change...much. 🎄♥️🎄 #family,” Cox captioned a pic of the A-listers with their children. Courtesy Courteney Cox/Instagram  The Clueless actress likes to stay connected to her Jewish upbringing and celebrates Hanukkah alongside her son, Bear. “Hanukkah usually entails making latkes together, playing dreidel, celebrating with loved ones, lighting the menorah, and giving some treats/gifts,” she told VegNews in December 2019. “Vegan gelt, rescued farm animal sponsorship, and an admit-one ticket to Crossroads Kitchen were Hanukkah gifts given to Bear last year.” Broadimage/Shutterstock  The dancer and YouTuber star, who is Ariana Grande’s brother, revealed his family’s favorite Christmas tradition involves presents. “Opening presents at midnight on Christmas Eve — midnight! As soon as it turns to Christmas Day, we’re opening those gifts,” he told Seventeen in 2018. “We sleep until like 5 p.m. We’re up until like four or five am, though.” Chelsea Lauren/Shutterstock  “Every year, Santa comes and leaves presents for the kids out in the open. Sometimes Santa likes to wrap a couple of them but usually, he leaves them open so the kids can see what they are,” she said in a blog post for her Fabletics website in 2016. “The first thing we all do is look in our stockings and look at what Santa’s been noticing about our year. Santa is very clever, he’s very funny so he likes to give the adults very funny presents! And we usually leave Santa something every year.” Matt Baron/Shutterstock  “I do a lot of the cooking before Christmas but then I usually spend a lot of Christmas cooking too,” she told the Daily Mail’s Femail vertical in 2013. “All the smells, all of the mulled wine, all of the trimmings for the turkey. We like to have all the family around. A very traditional Christmas.” The Goop founder continued, “My kids are very involved in the kitchen with me, especially my son [Moses]. He loves to cook and he’s very engaged when we do it — he has a lot of patience for it, it’s very cute. He helps me measure and he cracks eggs perfectly, he’s very good.” Matt Baron/Shutterstock  “My family has always done a secret Santa with all of the grandkids. There are 10 of us so it’s always fun getting to see which one of your cousins you’re gonna get. Also it helps not having to get gifts for nine other people,” the Stranger Things actor told Us. Matt Baron/Shutterstock  “We always decorated when we were kids, but we never had nice decorations. We didn’t have the matching lights,” the singer told Us. “I wanted to take that tradition and as I got older decorate my own home and my home is the place we all come together. I have the nice tree and the ornaments that match and the lights and stuff now. I just love the holidays, which is the best.” MediaPunch/Shutterstock  “When we have functions, or the holidays come around everyone comes to my house. I will have between 30 and 40 family members for Thanksgiving and Christmas. It’s me and my cousin. My cousin is a professional chef. He went to culinary school. I didn’t. So he comes by and he’s my sous-chef, his name is Christopher,” the Black-ish star explained to Us. “And he’ll make the sauces because that’s something that I have yet to perfect. He’ll make the sauces and I’ll do all of the other things and he’ll help me along the way.” MediaPunch/Shutterstock  “One of our favorite family traditions is the day after Thanksgiving, every year, we decorate for Christmas since Nick and I started dating 12 years ago,” Vanessa dished on their long-standing tradition. “It was just me and him putting up the tree and drinking white Russians.” The Top Chef Jr. cohost went on to note that the now family of five’s new favorite thing to do at Christmas time “might be Christmas Eve brunch because it's [our youngest son] Phoenix's birthday.” That night, the couple bond while they wrap Christmas presents every year. “Christmas Eve it's just me and Nick assembling all the last-minute things. We can’t assemble a lot and leave it in the house because our kids will find it. So we stuff boxes everywhere and we hide them and then Christmas Eve it’s an all-nighter. We’re usually up really late but we have a glass of wine and we have Christmas carols on while assembling things so it’s a great time for us to bond,” she told Us. Jason Merritt/Getty Images  “What I like to do is decorate for Christmas the day after Thanksgiving. And my husband [Greg Covey] knows this so he doesn’t even have to be asked. He just goes to the storage space and gets out all the decorations. And last year — because he is such a prince — he hung the lights without me even being there. Now that is love,” the Goldbergs actress told Us. “He knows he’s going to have to do it sooner or later so he might as well do it. So we do that. And while I decorate the tree I watch National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” AFF-USA/Shutterstock  “My tradition that I have is my brother, Reed, usually cooks. He thinks he’s a professional chef, which he definitely is not. But we like to let him believe that! And we always have so much fun in the kitchen,” the Olympic gold medalist told Us. Matt Baron/Shutterstock  The Fuller House star told Us, “Christmas morning when my kids were little, it was the same way my parents did for us, where it was, like, if you wake up before us, you can't come out to the living room. You have to wait until I turn the Christmas music on and you smell the coffee.” MediaPunch/Shutterstock  “I invite all the exes and the wives and the ex-wives and the children for Thanksgiving. I’m calling it ‘Family-giving.’ It’s also close friends with their families, who we consider family. It will be wonderful. It will be a huge feast with at least 40 people!” the actress told Us. Joel Ryan/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  The former boy bander loves to watch holiday films with his kids on Christmas, and even told Us his favorites. “Oh, the staple, 100 percent across the board is Elf. You've got to watch Elf. But The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, obviously the Jim Carrey one, that's another staple.” Broadimage/Shutterstock  When it comes to Christmas in the Very Cavallari star’s household, it’s all about keeping tradition alive. “My dad always made homemade meatballs and sauce on Christmas Eve, so I've kept that up with our family,” the E! personality told Us. Her and husband Jay Cutler have also continued to keep their three kids on their toes, just like Cavallari’s parents did when she was growing up. “When I was little, my parents had the elves come a week before Christmas and if we were good, we got a little something in our stocking. If we were bad, we got coal,” The Hills alum shared. WWD/Shutterstock  The man formerly known as Ted Mosby likes to spend New Year’s Eve quietly meditating, he told Us. “I’ve been having very low key New Year’s for the last couple of years. I haven’t been to big parties and stuff,” the Liberal Arts actor said. “But I’ve gotten together with some friends, and for the last couple of years, I’ve meditated from 11:45 to 12:15.” Radnor added that it’s fun to close out one year and enter another in a meditative state. Omar Vega/JanuaryImages/Shutterstock  The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star is all about the photo op on Christmas. “Our biggest holiday tradition is I get my whole extended family, we do Christmas PJs. And then I make everybody take photos,” the mom of two told Us. “They’re like, ‘No!’ I make my dad, my sister and my brothers who are like 6 feet-3 inches tall [do it]. I’m like, ‘Yep! Everybody is going to be Snoopy this year!’” Broadimage/Shutterstock  The TV couple has welcomed a new tradition into their home recently, courtesy of Ripa’s Live With Kelly and Ryan cohost. “Ryan Seacrest's mom, Connie, makes these sausage balls Christmas morning,” the Hope & Faith alum told Us. “It's Bisquick and sausage and cheddar cheese and you bake it in the oven. And now it is the No. 1 most requested thing in our house. It surpassed the cookies. It surpassed everything else.” Etienne Laurent/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock  “We always read The Night Before Christmas. Last year my daughter was too little and didn't care,” the Late Night star told Us. “But this year I think she'll be able to get it more. And I've been talking it up a little bit. So we'll probably do that. And I always watch You've Got Mail on Christmas because it's one of my favorite movies. She's a little too little to enjoy that. But I would like, when she gets older, to make her watch that with me.” Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  “We always host Christmas Eve parties. We have family over, we have dinner, and then Christmas morning the grandparents come over and watch the kids open presents,” the Flip or Flop star told Us. “We have coffee and make pancakes. We keep it pretty simple for Christmas.” Stewart Cook/Shutterstock  The Wheel of Fortune hostess revealed what’s most important to her during the holiday season. “It's family time for me. I always have my family with me and we just have wonderful moments together,” she told Us. “Santa still comes to my children and their adult kids. They're adults now, so we still have a good time.” Jim Smeal/Shutterstock  Speaking to Us of her holiday traditions with ex-husband Armie Hammer, the actress said, “We always cut down a Christmas tree in Colorado at the forest outside of my parents' house in Denver. We always do that every year after Thanksgiving. It's good. They want us to do it. It’s good for forestry. It's not like we’re going poaching Christmas trees. And then we always go to the bakeries right before the holidays because it's the busiest time, obviously, Thanksgiving and Christmas. And then go to Denver where hopefully we'll have a white Christmas this year.” Chelsea Lauren/WWD/Shutterstock  The Twilight actress says she and husband Paul Khoury don’t follow long-standing traditions, but instead are creating them actively. “So, Paul's parents, my husband’s parents, are going to come out and stay with us this Christmas. My parents are in Australia. They were like, ‘See you later.’ But we're kind of coming up with stuff. I want to do a baking contest at our house, like a cookie baking contest. So that's going to be one of the things we will do this year,” she told Us. Rob Latour/Shutterstock  Uncle Jonathan reporting for duty! “My brother has two little girls that are 2 and 4, and so the new tradition is going over to my brother's house on Christmas morning and watching them open up gifts,” the Mindhunter star said. “And that’s, like, so much more fun than … As we got to be adults and we were exchanging gifts, it felt silly. And now that its about the two little girls, Christmas makes sense again.” Michael Buckner/Variety/Shutterstock  “Every year I have my sons come to the house, just like my father did when he was living with my brothers — we'd come over every Christmas morning,” the Family Feud host told Us. “We have fried oysters, we have [Sister] Schubert's rolls, and we have eggnog. That's it. My sons come over every Christmas morning and that happens. That doesn't seem like a great combination to a lot of people, but it is to me. I like oysters, I like [Sister] Schubert's rolls, and I like eggnog. Put them on the same plate, I'm happy.” Jim Smeal/Shutterstock  “I spend every Christmas in New York, where I grew up, with my whole family,” the House of Cards alum told Us. “That is something that is important. Wherever we all are in the world, we all fly home. Even with a 6-month old baby, it is totally worth it. Our traditions are … we stay at home in our pajamas and watch a lot of movies. That has never really changed.” Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  The holidays are a big deal in the Mean Girls star’s family … but that doesn’t mean every tradition is followed. “The traditions in my family were a little too crazy because my family was a little too crazy — and that's why I love being in Hallmark movies,” Bennett told Us, referring to his film Christmas Made to Order. “It gives you this fantasy of what a perfect family is and you get to escape into that.” AFF-USA/Shutterstock  “My favorite one — which my parents did when we were kids that we now do with our children — which is the morning of Christmas, sitting at the top of the stairs, waiting for mom and dad to go downstairs and check to make sure Santa came and he left,” the Sabrina the Teenage Witch alum told Us. “It goes back to, I think, when my mom fell asleep too early and Santa hadn't come, we had to go back to bed! It's the best thing ever. Sitting on top of the stairs, the anticipation, the gathering, that 30 second to a minute is the best anticipation of your entire life. You'll never get that back. It's the highlight. They have to wait until mom and dad check. That gives me time to set up the camera, turn on the lights, light the fire.” MediaPunch/Shutterstock  The Part of Five alum loves a classic and cozy holiday. “Every Christmas Eve we all get together at my parents' house for a White Elephant-style party,” she told Us. “You have to wear your pajamas and we exchange these silly gifts and it ends up being this fun fight over the best one.” AFF-USA/Shutterstock  The former World of Dance host might not have traditions at the moment, but she has plenty she’d like to establish for her and ex Channing Tatum’s daughter, Everly. “I’ve had a dream since I was a kid of a ton of kids running around, and fun, and family around a Christmas tree, and lots of music and joy and food … and I try to emulate that every year. I’d love [Everly] to emulate the importance of family around the holidays,” she told Us. Nina Prommer/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock  “We all come together on Christmas Eve and we do extended family and our family of friends all come over and we cook like crazy for days and days and days,” the former Punky Brewster star told Us. “Then Christmas Eve, we do our annual Christmas Eve gathering where everyone comes over and we sing ‘The 12 [Days] of Christmas’ and that’s such a blast. Everybody is singing, and then we do our Secret Santa exchange and it’s incredible, and we all are laughing like crazy and sometimes people are stealing gifts from each other and it’s wild. It’s crazy.” MediaPunch/Shutterstock  The Victor/Victoria star has traditions that date back nearly three decades! “I have a tree that I call my nutcracker tree because it’s big and it’s filled with children’s toys and beautiful ornaments that I’ve collected for 30 years,” she told Us. Mediapunch/Shutterstock  “My favorite holiday tradition is going to my friend's house. He's a songwriter,” the So You Think You Can Dance judge told Us. “He and his wife put on a Christmas Eve party and we go there, we sing carols, we sing old ’60s songs and we have a jolly good time. And I'm looking forward to that and then going away.” Sara Jaye Weiss/Shutterstock  “Decorating, holiday parties and, you know, lunches,” Hilton told Us of her favorite family traditions. “Shopping together and decorating!” JB Lacroix/WireImage  “I think mainly just baking and cooking, like, traditional things,” the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star gushed to Us. “I love doing that with my kids and the family, whether it’s, like, pumpkin bread or Christmas cookies, we do it all! We just love that.” Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for DailyMail.com  “We have a tradition where we split our holidays. So Thanksgiving we spend in Miami. We were just there, visiting with [my wife Desiree Grubeher’s] father who is still alive,” the Twin Peaks actor told Us. “And then we do a Christmas visit up to see my family, everybody's in the Seattle area. I go to visit my brothers and we laugh till our stomachs ache on jokes that my wife doesn't think are very funny but of course we think are hilarious.” Eric Catarina/Getty Images  “You know, I like to spend it with my family and friends,” the singer told Us. "We’re getting ready to go back out on the road, so it’s kind of like, you know, performing before the holidays seems to be a tradition these last few years.” Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic  “The whole Thanksgiving with my step-mom and all my sisters,” the That 70’s Show alum told Us of getting her favorite celebrations started early. “And then everybody from Thanksgiving comes to my house mid-December for a Christmas dinner. I move furniture and I feed all of them and we all spend time at my house and we all make toasts and this year we picked each other out of a hat so instead of getting presents for everybody we each got one person. It was actually a good thing so that's my favorite, mid-December we get to all be together.” Charles Sykes/Bravo/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images  The Laguna Beach alum dished on carrying on a tradition from her childhood. “Growing up, we always did that the elves would come a week before Christmas every day before Christmas and if you were good, they'd leave a little something in your stocking and if you were bad, you got coal,” she gushed. “So I've kept up that tradition with my kids and it's honestly just as a parent, it's a good way to keep your kids in line and have them be on their best behavior, so yeah. That's something fun that we always do. And then I usually — my dad has a killer recipe for homemade meatballs and sauce and stuff — so I've been doing that on Christmas Eve.” Christopher Polk/Getty Images  “The best one is it's a cliche, but it's stockings,” the Go Ask Ali author revealed of her simple pleasure. “I have a 16-year-old and they still want to open stockings.” Charles Sykes/Bravo/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images  The Fresh Prince alum revealed that one of her fondest traditions is one that was created by her mom years ago when they moved west for her role on the hit series. “We do matching pajamas on Christmas Eve,” Ali told Us. “And whoever happens to be there on Christmas Eve also gets a pair of matching pajamas. It doesn't matter your age. It's kind of mandatory. And it's fun. It's fun.” Amy Graves/Getty Images for The Art of Elysium  “People like to get artificial trees but I am from the east coast and so I really love to make the tradition of every year getting a real tree. And I kind of can’t be broken away from getting the real tree even though it’s a huge inconvenience and there’s always the water that leaks and you have to bag it up and put it through the house and you have a million pine needles,” the Even Stevens alum joked to Us of her messy tradition. “But there’s just something so magical about the smell of a real tree and something that’s such a throwback to my childhood so I have to get the real tree every year.” Image Group LA/Disney Channel Via Getty Images  With one of the most famous families in Hollywood, there’s no doubt Kurt Russell will be surrounded by love during the holidays. “Well, Christmas is the biggest one and we always, we always trim the tree on Christmas Eve during the day and into the night,” the Christmas Chronicles actor, who has been with Goldie Hawn since the late '70s, told Us. “And we have a big meal and then the kids put their pajamas on and they hang up their stockings and we got the fire going and then when it gets dark we always choose someone to read T’was the Night Before Christmas and generally after that the kids start getting nervous because we've been tracking Santa Claus, generally that time he's starting to work his way into the end of the Rockies perhaps. And then all of a sudden you might hear sleigh bells and if you hear sleigh bells, the pandemonium sets in.” Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Netflix  Despite only being together for a year, the Bachelor in Paradise star gushed over their sweet newly-minted tradition. “I come from a big family, she’s really close with her family, so we’re doing like family Thanksgiving in Los Angeles and family Christmas in L.A. and then we’ll do something fun for New Year’s,” Adams told Us. “Our only tradition — because we’re so new, like we’ve just finished a year dating — for Christmas we wear onesies, which is what everyone does. It’s fun because you’re hungover on Christmas day and it’s comfy.” JB Lacroix/WireImage  “Always family,” the former boybander said. “My grandfather always reads from the Bible on Christmas Eve, and we all do a bit of caroling as well together as a family.” Jason LaVeris/Getty Images  "Every year we do a white elephant and usually those are hilarious gifts. It just consists of adults playing with dumb toys and bunch of kids being happy, and a lot of good food," the singer told Entertainment Tonight in December 2021. "I’m really looking forward to being with my family. It’s been a busy year for me, so I’m excited." Image Press Agency/NurPhoto/Shutterstock |
| ‘Sex Lives of College Girls’ Star Pauline Is Timothee Chalamet’s Big Sister Posted: 13 Dec 2021 11:48 AM PST Maybe they're born with it! They say that lightning never strikes the same place twice, but the opposite seems to be true for celebrity siblings. Famous brothers and sisters, such as Kate and Oliver Hudson, Cara and Poppy Delevingne and the Baldwin brothers appear to have star power running in their genes. Born to the same parents, these relatives not only followed similar life paths, pursuing careers in acting, music, sports and reality TV, but made names for themselves apart from their famous family members. Things can get literally competitive for some — Serena Williams, for instance, has been forced to compete against big sis Venus for a Grand Slam title; others, like Kate and Rooney Mara and Dakota and Elle Fanning, have gone against one another for the same part. They can also get ugly: Spencer and Stephanie Pratt have butted heads more than a few times, as have Teresa Giudice and Joe Gorga. Through it all, however, these family members seem to have each other's backs when it matters most. Scroll through to learn more about some of Us Weekly‘s favorite star siblings!  The siblings — who are four years apart — grew up in New York and both speak French. They have been acting since kids with Timothèe rising to fame after starring in as Elio in 2017’s Call Me By Your Name, which earned him an Oscar nomination. His star continued to rise with roles in Lady Bird, Little Women, Dune and Don’t Look Up. His older sister, Pauline, for her part, was on One Life to Live as a child, but it wasn’t until she played Joanne in The King of Staten Island in 2020 that she started to get recognized. After landing the role of Kimberly on HBO Max’s The Sex Lives of College Girls, which premiered in 2021, she became an even bigger star. Shutterstock  Though many think otherwise, former NFL player siblings Eli and Peyton Manning aren’t twins. Peyton is actually five years older! As the sons of former NFL quarterback Archie Manning, Peyton and Eli grew up with football in their blood. Throughout their individual careers, the brothers have been there for each other through thick and thin — even if it didn’t always look like it from the outside. In 2016, Eli made headlines when his bummed-out expression went viral after Peyton won the 50th annual Super Bowl. While the rest of the Manning family went wild, the little brother remained stoic. “Eli and I have always supported each other,” Peyton explained during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in February 2016. “I think Eli is analyzing the game and the end of the game, kind of like how I would as if he was playing it. And so he was just as happy.” Still, sibling rivalry definitely occurred before Peyton’s March 2016 retirement from the sport (Eli followed in his footsteps in January 2020). “It’s funny. When I saw that clip … I’ve seen that look before,” the Super Bowl champion continued. “I recognized it. In other big moments in my life he’s had that expression.” Dave Allocca/Starpix/Shutterstock  The Sprouse twins gained fame after appearing on Disney Channel’s The Suite Life of Zack and Cody, beginning at the age of 11, which ran for three seasons from 2005 to 2008. The two starred in the TV spinoff, The Suite Life on Deck from 2008 to 2011, together and then went to college at NYU with one another. After their break from acting, the brothers both returned to the profession, with Cole landing a role on The CW’s Riverdale and Dylan appearing in films like After We Collided. They have yet to act alongside one another since their childhood, but haven’t ruled it out entirely. “I mean we’re very serious. It’s more likely that I will write something for us to work in together, rather than someone approach us,” Dylan told Us exclusively in February 2020. “Twin movies are never good! That’s just the universal truth I think the universe has given to us, and so if we can find the right thing then, yeah.” Matt Baron/Shutterstock  Eilish rose to fame in 2019 with the release of her song, “Bad Guy,” but she began putting out songs online in 2016. In February 2020, she became a five-time Grammy winner at the age of 18. She couldn’t, however, have done it without her big brother, O’Connell, who is an actor like the duo’s parents and musician. Many of Eilish’s hits were cowritten by her brother. “We like making music together,” O’Connell told The Washington Post in January 2020. “[Billie] doesn’t like going to some big studio and having them pretend to be a therapist for a couple hours. So by default, we always make the good stuff together.” JM Enternational/Shutterstock  The brothers, who both began their careers as child stars and rose to fame with big blockbusters, have they’ve always been close. “We kind of only had each other growing up,” Casey told Us exclusively in June 2019. “My dad wasn’t around and my mom worked really early mornings until the evening, so we kind of were together in childhood and shared all that time and all those experiences.” Casey is best known for his roles in Good Will Hunting, Ocean’s Eleven (and its sequels), and Manchester by the Sea, which won him an Academy Award in 2017. Big brother Ben’s acting highlights include Armageddon, Pearl Harbor and Gone Girl. He is also a proven writer and producer winning Oscars for Good Will Hunting, which he cowrote with longtime friend Matt Damon and Argo, which he produced. Eric Charbonneau/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  Before Malia and Sasha Obama, there was Jenna and Barbara Bush. The twins, who are daughters to President George W. Bush and granddaughters to the late President George H.W. Bush, have been in the limelight from a young age thanks to their political family. “She’s always made me feel more courageous,” Jenna wrote via Instagram in November 2019, about her twin. “And funny. No one laughs at my jokes like she does.” Since their father left the White House, Jenna became a journalist, author and TV host on Today With Hoda & Jenna. Barbara has focused on being an activist, cofounding Global Health Corps non-profit and working with other organizations. The sisters have also written a book together, 2017’s Sisters First, and Jenna has teamed up with their mom, Laura Bush, to write two children’s books. Plus, she wrote 2020’s Everything Beautiful in Its Time. Charles Sykes/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  The iconic actors come from an acting family led by their father Lloyd Bridges. Both Beau and Jeff appeared on their father’s hit series Sea Hunt early on in their careers (during the 1960s) before breaking out on their own. “It’s not a competition,” Jeff said at the “Beau and Jeff: A Tale of Two Bridges” event in 2014 put on by The Academy. “It’s like we’re on the same team.” Beau’s career highlights include The Fabulous Baker Boys (Jeff was also in this film), and Charlotte’s Web, as well as TV’s Stargate SG-1, Masters of Sex and Bloodline. His younger brother’s acting accomplishments are just as impressive with The Big Lebowski, True Grit, The Giver and Crazy Heart, which won him an Academy Award in 2009. Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP/Shutterstock  Not only have John and Joan had successful solo acting careers for four decades and counting, but the brother and sister duo from Illinois have often appeared on screen together. The two can be seen together in 1983’s Class, 1984’s Sixteen Candles, 2000’s High Fidelity, and 2008’s War, Inc. among other films over the years. “My brother does not let me look bad,” Joan told SheKnows in 2008. “I believe in John and his passion.” The dynamic duo’s other three siblings, Ann, Susie and Bill, are also actors. Paul Buck/EPA/Shutterstock  Nick, Joe and Kevin shot to fame together as pop group the Jonas Brothers in 2005 thanks to their heavy rotation on the Disney channel. They reunited in February 2019 after taking a six-year hiatus, and debuted a brand new single called “Sucker,” the video for which featured their respective significant others — Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Sophie Turner and Danielle Jonas. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images  Growing up as the privileged sons of Prince Charles and Princess Diana, William and Harry tried their best to live their lives as average little boys. The duo "enjoyed getting rough," former royal housekeeper Wendy Barry told Us in March 2011 Another favorite pastime of the young princes? Tormenting the staff with water pistols. Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images  First making a splash on the E! network in 2007 with their reality show Keeping Up With the Kardashians, the trio have turned themselves into bonafide business moguls, with a lifestyle site, a denim line, books, spinoff shows and a makeup line to their names. Charles Sykes/Bravo/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty Images  The daughters of Caitlyn and Kris Jenner, reality stars Kendall and Kylie, have been inseparable since childhood. "She was obsessed with me," Kendall, two years older than her sister, told Marie Claire Mexico in March 2014. "She followed me everywhere." Kylie agreed: "If she got up in the middle of the night, I got up of the middle of the night. I literally couldn't leave her side. We even matched everything we wore." The Jenners are also business partners: The duo has their own fashion line Kendall x Kylie, and hinted in March 2019 that they may be launching a makeup collection together. Christopher Polk/NBC via Getty Images  Frankie may be the songstress’ older brother, but he looks up to the “Breathin’” singer in many ways, as he told Us in February 2019. “She’s my sister and she’s my best friend,” the Big Brother alum said at the time. “You feel like you know everything about each other, but I guess what I learned is just how fearless she is. … Fearless. That’s awesome. Like this beautiful thing where it’s like, ‘I’m fearless in this moment.'” Kevin Mazur/WireImage/Getty Images  "It is a bit startling to achieve global recognition before the age of 30 on account of your sister, your brother-in-law and your bottom," Pippa wrote of her connection to the throne via Kate in her book Celebrate. "One day I might be able to make sense of this. In the meantime I think it's fair to say that it has its upside and its downside." Fame aside, the Middleton sisters still share an unbreakable bond: Both women were even pregnant at the same time in 2018! Indigo/Getty Images  All of Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus’ children seem to have larger-than-life personalities: Miley, who starred as Hannah Montana in her early years, has a booming career as a pop star, which sister Noah is also working toward. Brother Trace prefers the punk rock scene, operating as the frontman for pop punk band Metro Station, while sister Brandi, who also sings, is better known for her other endeavors: The Cyrus vs. Cyrus: Design and Conquer cohost is an actress, DJ and podcast cohost alongside Wells Adams. Brothers Christopher and Braison, meanwhile, have largely stayed out of the limelight. Christopher Polk/MTV1617/Getty Images  The English sisters, both models and actresses, have nothing but love for each other. "I am not jealous of her, unfortunately for you," Poppy told Evening Standard of her youngest sister in May 2017. (The girls also have an older sister named Chloe.) "I always knew she was going to be something special, since she was a child. She knew the words to every song, the routine to every dance. She was a little actress, we’d bring her out to do a performance after lunch and she was just the apple of all of our eyes." Todd Williamson/Getty Images  Caitlyn Jenner’s sons with Linda Thompson may not be *quite* as famous as their half-sisters, the Kardashians and the Jenners, but they've definitely had more than their 15 minutes of fame. After starring together in 2005’s The Princes of Malibu, Brody became a regular fixture on The Hills. Both men have also appeared in dad Caitlyn’s show Keeping Up With the Kardashians. Earl Gibson III/Getty Images  The Pratts, who costarred on both The Hills and The Hills: New Beginnings together, aren’t exactly BFFs — quite the opposite, in fact. Stephanie told Wells Adams on an April 8 episode of her “Pratt Cast” podcast that her sibling was “dead” to her. “The behavior that I’ve seen … I’m done. This is why I moved to London. They are the most toxic people I’ve ever met. They are Bonnie and Clyde till they die.” Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic/Getty Images  The social media influencer and the Southern University of California student shot to fame after their mother and father, Full House alum Lori Loughlin and fashion designer Mossimo Giannulli, were indicted in a nationwide college scandal for allegedly paying $500,000 to have them depicted as recruits to the school’s crew team to ensure their entrance. Gabriel Olsen/Getty Images  All four of the Baldwin brothers are involved in the film industry. Eldest son Alec is the most well-known, with roles in Beetlejuice, The Aviator, The Departed and Saturday Night Live, to name a few, but all are recognizable: Daniel has starred in countless roles, including Mullholland Falls and The Neighborhood, while Stephen is known for his stints on reality TV, including Celebrity Apprentice and Celebrity Big Brother. William, meanwhile, has been on everything from Gossip Girl to Forgetting Sarah Marshall. John Shearer/Getty Images  Sheen, of Major League and Two and Half Men fame shares parents Martin and Janet Sheen with The Mighty Ducks’ Estevez. The latter has said that he’s “proud” of Sheen for his November 2015 admission that he is HIV-positive and hinted that the two will work together in the future. Joe Thomas/Getty Images  Although the actors' parents are Goldie Hawn and Bill Hudson, they were mainly raised by Hawn and her life partner, Kurt Russell. Oliver revealed to Us in November 2018 that his role as the “cool uncle” to his little sister’s brood can “sometimes” get him in trouble, but that it’s “worth the risk," he explained. "You need an uncle that’s gonna let them do things. That’s the point of being a cool uncle!” Paul Zimmerman/WireImage  Despite their competitive nature — Serena beat out her sister at the January 2017 Australia Open to win her 23d Grand Slam title — these two remain in each other’s corners. Venus sent a message to the tennis champ after she lost at Wimbeldon to Garbiñe Muguruza, telling her little sis, “I miss you. I tried my best to do the same things you do, but I think there will be other opportunities.” She also gushed about the arrival of her niece, Alexis Olympia, to reporters in September 2017, saying, “I’m super excited. Words can’t describe.” Julian Finney/Getty Images  These two grew up in the public eye during their formative years, when father Barack Obama served as the 44th president of the United States from 2009 to 2017. Malia became a student at Harvard University in August 2017, while Sasha is reportedly considering the University of Michigan. Ron Sachs-Pool/Getty Images  Like the Jacksons, the Braxton family began their careers as a musical quintet consisting of Toni, Tamar, Trina, Towanda and Traci. Though they were unsuccessful commercially, their gig led to a solo career for Toni, who went on to sell 15 million copies of her debut album, Secrets. They got their own show, Braxton Family Values, on WeTv in 2011. Traci talked about the family’s values to Us in August 2018: "[The public] doesn’t think [our family does] stick together. Everybody thinks that we hate on each other. My parents did not believe in that. Especially trying to play one sibling against the other. We [weren’t] raised that way. It’s all love. Every family go through some spats. It doesn’t even matter if you’re not even the closest family. ... But somehow, some way, you always mend it right back together.” Earl Gibson III/Getty Images  The sisters, born five years apart, are prolific models and actresses with starring roles in both indie and box office hits, including Ocean’s 8, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, The Beguiled and Maleficent. The Mary Shelley star spoke about their bond to Us Weekly in September 2018: “We’re very supportive of each other,” she said at the time. “I’m very lucky to have a family member who’s in the business. She understands what it’s like and what you’re going through.” Pierre Suu/Getty Images  The twins recorded five studio albums together as part of Good Charlotte, before moving onto to another joint project with The Madden Brothers in 2014. These days, however, they’re both family men: Joel shares daughter Harlow and son Sparrow with wife Nicole Richie, while Benji wed Cameron Diaz in 2015. In January 2020, Benji and Diaz announced the arrival of their baby girl Raddix. Us Weekly confirmed that they used a surrogate. Theo Wargo/Getty Images  The Knowles sisters are ride or die, as Solange proved with her now-infamous elevator fight with brother-in-law JAY-Z following rumors of his infidelity. Solange told Vulture in November 2012 that she and Bey became “super duper close” after Solange’s divorce from ex-husband Daniel Smith in 2007. The “Cranes in the Sky” singer also told the outlet that they saw each other at least once a week at the time. Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week  All three Hadid children followed in their mother Yolanda Hadid's footsteps in taking the modeling world by storm. In fact, all four family members starred in a video for Vogue in September 2018. One month prior, Gigi opened up about working in the same business as Bella to V magazine. “It’s very rare to have what Bella and I have in fashion, what you and Venus [Williams] have in tennis,” she told Serena Williams, who conducted the interview. “I feel very lucky to be able to have a piece of home in my work environment. We are each other’s biggest fans. It has been a huge joy of my life to watch my little sister flourish, and to help when I can!” Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Global Lyme Alliance  Born to supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, Presley and Kaia Gerber have both become well-known names on the modeling circuit in their own right: Kaia’s brother made his big runway debut for Moschino alongside Anwar Hadid in June 2016, while the Marc Jacobs spokeswoman first strutted her stuff for Calvin Klein in August 2017. The twosome are also incredibly close: Presley even got a tattoo of his little sister’s name in February 2018. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Marc Jacobs  "The Wahlberg boys have this larger-than-life, tough guy reputation, but in truth, we're all a bunch of momma's boys," Donnie has said of his family, which includes actor brother Mark, Wahlburgers’ chef Paul, and six other siblings led by matriarch Alma Wahlberg. Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images  These celebrity kids may share A-list parents Will and Jada Pinkett Smith, but they have plans to retire from the limelight early on. Jaden revealed in an August 2016 joint article with with Willow for Interview magazine that he had plans to be “Gone” in 10 years. Responded Willow: “I feel that. I see myself in the mountains somewhere in a tent cooking a squirrel.” Steve Granitz/WireImage  The daughters of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore are often spotted out and about together. They also have each other’s backs: Rumer applauded her younger sister Scout's protest efforts in June 2014 after Scout went topless while fighting back against Instagram's nudity policy. "She's very bold...I give her mad props for that," the Sorority Row actress told Access Hollywood. "I don't know if I'd be brave enough to do it." David Livingston/Getty Images  These musically inclined sisters have children close in age, which brings makes their bond even greater. Ashlee, who welcomed son Bronx four years before Jessica had daughter Maxwell, son Ace and daughter Birdie, told Us in June 2012 that Jessica needed little coaching. "I am so proud of her!" she said. "There were small things here and there [I advised her on] that you ask your friends and other mothers [about] but other than that, she's great." Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images  During their schooling, Kelly and Jack (who also have a sister, Aimee) stayed in their native London and went on the road with dad Ozzy during breaks. "The kids would go to California and stay at the Beverly Hills Hotel and see all the Paris Hiltons and all that s--t, and then they'd come home and . . . we had a very normal life," mom Sharon once told Biography. "It was a good learning experience for the kids." Kelly was protective of the younger Osbourne in June 2018 following his divorce from Lisa Stelly, telling Us, “My brother’s amazing.” Michael Buckner/Getty Images  Rising to fame in 1987 while sharing the role of Michelle Tanner on Full House, twins Mary-Kate and Ashley —whose younger sister Elizabeth Olsen is also an actress — built their own movie empire with Dualstar productions once Full House wrapped in 1995. The elder Olsens have since gone on to launch their own hugely successful clothing lines, The Row, Elizabeth & James and Olsenboye, all the while guiding their younger sis. “I think they’ve give me a lot of little advice along the way,” she told Us of the business moguls in July 2017. Donato Sardella/Getty Images  "I'm reminded, now that my little brother's working a lot, how much more interesting he is," Chris told OUT magazine of The Hunger Games' star in April 2012. "So, I give him a punch when I see him." (The Australian natives also have a third actor brother, Luke.) The duo also roast each other online: In December 2015, they had a magazine cover war of epic proportions on Instagram. They love each other enough for Chris and wife Elsa Pataky to accompany Liam and wife Miley Cyrus on their honeymoon, however! John Sciulli/WireImage  The sisters, who have been close since childhood, talked about living apart from each other to Hollywood Life after Nicky’s big move to New York in September 2013. “We’re not always with each other, so it’s a little fun girls’ trip,” Nicky said of New York Fashion Week. Agreed Paris: “I miss her, that she doesn’t live in L.A., cause we used to hang out every single day, so it’s hard having her on the other coast.” Venturelli/Getty Images for Moncler  "As kids, we were both obsessed with movies and musicals," the House of Cards' star, whose family founded the New York Giants and the Pittsburgh Steelers — told Chelsea Handler of her younger years with Rooney. Despite occasionally going for the same roles over the years, Kate told the Guardian in August 2016 that she was thankful for their shared passion. “Honestly, I just feel so grateful that we’re both living our dreams successfully and to be able to share that with someone you grew up with – it’s really special.” Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage  "Emily's four years older, which is a very vulnerable amount of years,” Zooey confessed to Jimmy Kimmel in 2012. “Because when I was 3, she was 7, and she was already evil. She basically just used the plot of Invasion of the Body Snatchers to terrify me... made crazy faces at me and talked like Vickie from Small Wonder. She would make me cry and then my dad would come in and try to mediate, and then she would laugh." Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images  As part of the Wilson family of actors that also includes brother Andrew, Owen told Jay Leno he initially had trouble earning street cred in the industry. "You tell people you're making a movie and they go, 'Well, who's in it?' And you say, 'I'm in it and then, my brother's in it and my older brother's in it. And my friend's directing it.' And then their eyes glaze over and they go, 'This guy's totally full of it,'" he joked. Jeff Vespa/WireImage for ThinkFilm  The lovable twins first rose to stardom on Sister, Sister, and the Mowrys continue to make their mark on the entertainment industry, with Tia starring in Netflix’s Family Reunion and Tamera acting as a cohost on The Real. In 2019, the working moms are closer than ever — Tamera drank Tia’s breast milk amid an illness in February, calling it, “amazing.” Michael Tran/FilmMagic  Hilary may be the more well-known of the Duff sisters following her breakout role as Lizzie McGuire, but she also looked up to Haylie. "I always wanted to be like my older sister Haylie. When she learned to ride a bike, I had to as well. If she took ballet lessons, I did too," Hilary has said. "I took singing lessons because she did. It all just got more intense until it turned into careers for both of us." Haylie told Fox News in November 2018 that the women now connect as mothers (The food blogger is the mother of son Ryan and daughter Lulu, while the Disney alum shares son Luca with ex Mike Comrie and daughter Banks with boyfriend Matthew Koma. “I am just trying to be there for her and support her," Haylie said. "She does the same for me. It’s what sisters are good at." Amanda Edwards/WireImage  As much as these two have had their ups and downs through the years, they made amends by December 2015. “They’re on really great terms right now,” a source told Us at the time. “Everything that happened with Teresa going away made [her and Melissa Gorga] realize that there are more important things in life than their old feud. Melissa and Joe [Gorga] reached out to Joe Giudice … and all four of them are on the best terms they've ever been on.” Heidi Gutman/Bravo/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty Images  "Criminal" singer Britney first danced on stage at age 3 and won loads of pageant trophies, which are now housed in a museum in Kentwood, Louisiana. Her younger sister followed suit years later with her own country singing career, even debuting a song for Britney called "I Look Up to You" in 2012. In April 2019, she supported her sibling after the pop star voluntarily checked herself into a facility for mental health treatment with a sweet throwback of Britney riding the bus home from school with her in their youth. “Yup, she rode the bus home with me after my first day of school, cuz she’s the fn best,” Jamie Lynn wrote, adding, “#WCW.” Kevin Mazur/WireImage  After their parents divorced, Julianne moved from Utah to London with Derek to study at London's Italia Conti Academy of the Arts. Years later, both Hough siblings hit it big on ABC's Dancing With the Stars. Julianne won twice, with partners Apolo Ohno and Helio Castroneves, and later became a judge in 2014. Derek, meanwhile, took home the mirrorball trophy six times: with Brooke Burke, Nicole Scherzinger, Jennifer Grey, Kellie Pickler, Amber Riley and Bindi Irwin. Jason Merritt/Getty Images for Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA  The elder Jackson siblings have crafted their own careers in showbiz, with Prince working behind the camera as the head of a production company, and Paris posing in front of it as a model, though she also sings and acts. The youngest of Jackson’s children, Blanket, on the other hand, stays largely out of the spotlight. Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images  Jake once discussed his bond with actress sister Maggie to Anderson Cooper. "We are our own toughest critics, but we also love each other's work more than anybody." The Brokeback Mountain actor also gushed about Maggie’s skills as a mother to Us in September 2017: “When I’m with [my nieces] all I can think about is what incredible work my sister has put in and what a good mother she is with all the things she has on her plate already,” he told Us. “With her extraordinary talent and everything she does there, it says a lot about her and it says a lot about her husband. Fully devoted to their family. They give me a chance to be a fun uncle because their daughters are so cool.” Mark Sullivan/WireImage  Both film legends in their own right, Beatty and MacLaine share a bond that dates back to childhood. "When we were kids, I really did protect him," MacLaine has said of her younger brother. "[And] he always wanted to tag along with me and my girlfriends, but I always said, 'No, no, go home.'" Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for AFI  Rob became one of the original "Brat Pack" members in the 1980s, thanks to films such as The Outsiders and St. Elmo's Fire. His brother Chad, a.k.a. Hilary Swank's ex-husband, also broke into showbiz early on, nabbing roles on Pretty Little Liars and Life Goes On. Lester Cohen/WireImage |
| Sexy Fish Miami Opening Includes Mary J. Blige Performance Posted: 13 Dec 2021 11:48 AM PST Sexy Fish Miami, a high-end Asian-fusion seafood restaurant that originated in London, debuted with an exclusive grand opening party on Saturday, December 11. Not only are they known for their exquisite cuisine, but the restaurant features extravagant marine-themed artwork as well. The event had an Asian-inspired theme with the decor focused on the beauty of Japan. The Sexy Fish in London is known for its ambiance and aesthetic, and Sexy Fish Miami did not disappoint. The artwork throughout the restaurant is luxurious and elegant, including 10 eye-catching Damien Hirst sculptures, a monumental frieze relief that takes up two walls and 26 Frank Gehry fish lamps.  Mary J. Blige stood out as the star of the evening. She strutted in with a one-shoulder leopard print Halpern jumpsuit with knee-high YSL boots. The renowned singer performed some of her most popular hits including “Family Affair” and “Just Fine”, along with her new single “Amazing”.  The guests were treated with superb Perrier-Jouët champagne, Pernod-Ricard cocktails and a wide collection of delicious hors d’oeuvres created by Chef Director Bjoern Weissgerber. Richard Caring, the owner of Sexy Fish, is a British businessman and restaurateur who owns several restaurants in London with prestigious reputations, among them also owning the established private members' club, Annabel's.  Caring was joined by his wife Patricia, along with some other guests including Walshy Fire of Major Lazer, director Michael Bay, and DJ Sub Zero. This sneak-peak event is only the beginning for Sexy Fish Miami, and we can't wait to see what else is in store. Caring has also spoke about expanding to New York as well. |
| Inside Carole Middleton's Christmas Decorating Plans With Duchess Kate's Kids Posted: 13 Dec 2021 11:13 AM PST  Getting into the holiday spirit! Duchess Kate's mother, Carole Middleton, revealed which of her go-to traditions she's bringing back for her grandchildren this season. "Once again this year we plan to have two Christmas trees," the Party Pieces owner, 66, wrote via the company's Instagram page earlier this month. "One for the children to decorate and one which I do myself." The England native is grandmother to Kate, 39, and Prince William's three children: Prince George, 8, Princess Charlotte, 6, and Prince Louis, 3. Carole and husband, Michael Middleton, are also the grandparents of daughter Pippa Middleton's two little ones, Arthur, 3, and Grace, 9 months, whom she shares with husband James Matthews. "My beloved treetop angel is looking a little worse for wear after years of service so it's time to invest in something new," Carole explained in her December post, before highlighting Party Pieces' light up gold star tree topper as an alternative. "[This] will bring an extra twinkle to proceedings." The entrepreneur, who also shares son James Middleton with her husband, 72, previously gave fans a glimpse at her grandchildren's taste in holiday decorations by sharing a photo of funny Santa gnomes available for purchase. "I'm going to need a few of these cheeky chaps this December, to hide around the house and make my grandchildren laugh," Carole wrote via the company's Instagram page last month. The Cambridge family, for their part, kicked off the holiday season by sharing their annual Christmas card via social media on Friday, December 10. "Delighted to share a new image of the family, which features on this year's Christmas card," the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge captioned the snap. In the photo, the family of five wore color-coordinated outfits with William, 39, Kate and George all in green while Charlotte and Louis chose blue ensembles. In addition to their festive card reveal — and decorating a special tree with grandmother Carole — the royals are set to reunite with their extended family later this month after having a smaller Christmas celebration in 2020 amid COVID-19 restrictions. "The Cambridges are spending Christmas with the Queen at Sandringham," a source exclusively told Us Weekly on Friday. "It's going to be a big family affair." The insider added that George, Charlotte and Louis are "absolutely delighted" to see their great grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, in person once again. Last year, the family's annual holiday plans were canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. The queen and her husband, Prince Philip, opted to celebrate Christmas "quietly" at Windsor Castle, a Buckingham Palace spokesperson said in December 2020. This holiday, however, the royals will return to their normal celebrations — but it will be the first without the Duke of Edinburgh, who passed away in April at the age of 99. Despite many ups and downs over the past year, William and Kate are "looking forward to starting fresh in the New Year," the insider explained, noting that the couple will start "seeing a transition of responsibility" as they up their charity work and attend more events in the name of the crown. |
| Delilah Hamlin Seemingly Shades Lisa Rinna, Harry Hamlin Over 'Trauma' Posted: 13 Dec 2021 10:58 AM PST Things may be awkward at the Hamlin household over the holidays. Delilah Belle Hamlin is raising eyebrows for a since-deleted video about her parents, Lisa Rinna and Harry Hamlin. In a TikTok video set to “Jingle Bell Rock,” the 23-year-old model wrote, "Unrealistic things I want for Christmas … for my parents to pay for my trauma therapy." Rinna, 58, and Harry, 70, who also share 20-year-old daughter Amelia Gray Hamlin, have yet to publicly comment on Delilah's video. Us Weekly reached out to the Melrose Place alum's rep for comment. Both daughters of the actors have been candid about their struggles over the years via social media and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Most recently, Delilah revealed she was hospitalized earlier this year after becoming dependent on Xanax. "In the beginning of the year, I want to say February and March, is when I got my COVID-19 vaccine. … And after the second vaccine, I was sick for, like, 36 hours. I felt like my bones were breaking but, like, whatever. … That's when everything kind of started," she said via a 30-minute Instagram video in November. "I didn't realize that the vaccine would cause an autoimmune response in my body. … I started getting really sick, I started feeling like I had the flu. I was getting migraines, I was having panic attacks — it was like my body was in constant 'fight or flight' mode. It was horrible." Delilah, who told her followers that she is not "anti-vaccine," sought help from a psychiatrist for panic attacks. "My body got dependent on Xanax, No. 1, and No. 2, I overdosed. I didn't mean to at all. I overdosed on this one medication called Propranolol. I took Benadryl with it and, for some reason, I ended up in the hospital," she said, noting that she got treatment in Arizona. "My family and I are struggling to figure out, kind of, what to do. Mentally, I am not great today. I'm feeling hopeless … since the last treatment center didn't work out." Rinna and Harry's eldest daughter previously sought treatment for depression and anxiety in 2018. In another TikTok video over the weekend, Delilah joked about her mental health struggles, lip-syncing the sound, "I'm so sorry that I've been acting weird for the past several months. I'm struggling mentally." If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). |
| 'Tis the Season! Kim K.'s Wild Holiday Decor Includes a Stocking for Kanye Posted: 13 Dec 2021 10:16 AM PST A very classy Christmas. Kim Kardashian showed off how she decked out her home for the holidays — and revealed a festive nod to her estranged husband, Kanye West. The Keeping Up With the Kardashians alum, 41, gave her followers a tour of her fully decorated abode on Sunday, December 12, via the TikTok account she shares with daughter North, 8. In two different videos set to Mariah Carey's rendition of the holiday classic "Christmas (Baby, Please Come Home)," Kardashian displayed her Elf on the Shelf, her elaborate glass ornaments and not one, but two trees. However, fans were more interested in the stocking dedicated to West, 44, that was hung on the mantel. Kardashian's subtle shout-out to the rapper comes three days after Us Weekly confirmed that the reality star filed to become legally single amid the duo’s divorce. In the court request, which was submitted on Friday, December 10, the Skims founder also asked to restore her last name. "She is Kim Kardashian," a source told Us exclusively on Friday about the choice to remove West’s moniker from hers. "She has a business empire and brand, there isn't a lot to be read into it." The Selfish author, who shares North, Saint, 5, Chicago, 3, and Psalm, 2, with the Grammy winner, filed for divorce in February after almost seven years of marriage. In the wake of their split, the Yeezy designer has offered several public pleas for his estranged wife to keep their family together, most recently while performing with Drake at the Free Larry Hoover event in Los Angeles. "I need you to run right back to me," he sang during the Amazon Prime livestream on Thursday, December 9. "More specifically, Kimberly." West isn’t the only member of the family who got a surprise stocking. In a separate TikTok video on Sunday, North introduced her followers to her two lizards, Cheese and Bean, who also got their own seasonal socks. North couldn’t help but throw a little shade at her mom when talking about her pets, who she said the KKW Beauty founder "hates" because she thinks "they have worms and they're disgusting." Keep scrolling to see how Kardashian decorated her home this Christmas:  Kardashian’s glass baubles look like they were handmade. Courtesy kimandnorth/TikTok  The garland was a nice festive touch. Courtesy kimandnorth/TikTok  Hung up next to the rest of the family’s holiday socks was one with the “Monster” artist’s name embroidered on it. Courtesy kimandnorth/TikTok  Hidden in that silver tree was an elf who was keeping an eye on North and her siblings. Courtesy kimandnorth/TikTok  The sweet accessory looked good enough to eat. Courtesy kimandnorth/TikTok  The second evergreen appeared to be covered in snow. Courtesy kimandnorth/TikTok  The reality star decked her halls — quite literally – with big white furry decorations that might help the Grinch’s heart grow two sizes this holiday. Courtesy kimandnorth/TikTok  It’s the most wonderful time of the year in the Kardashian household. Courtesy kimandnorth/TikTok |
| Armie Hammer Checks Out of Rehab After Sexual Assault Allegations Posted: 13 Dec 2021 09:41 AM PST  Moving on. Armie Hammer has checked out of the rehabilitation facility he entered in May after he was accused of abuse and rape by multiple women. “I can confirm that Mr. Hammer has left the treatment facility and is doing great,” a lawyer for the Call Me By Your Name star, 35, told Us Weekly on Monday, December 13, without specifying when the actor checked out. The Golden Globe nominee entered a Florida rehab center on May 31 to undergo treatment for drug, alcohol and sex issues, according to a report at the time from Vanity Fair. An eyewitness saw Hammer’s estranged wife, Elizabeth Chambers, drop him off at the Grand Cayman airport to leave the Cayman Islands, where he had been staying. The Cupcake Wars alum, 39, and the Lone Ranger actor called it quits in July 2020 after 10 years of marriage. The duo share daughter Harper, 7, and son Ford, 4. The controversy surrounding Hammer began in January when alleged text messages between him and several women surfaced online. The unverified missives detailed the actor’s disturbing fantasies, including rape and cannibalism. Shortly after the alleged texts appeared, the Sorry to Bother You star dropped out of the film Shotgun Wedding, which also stars Jennifer Lopez. "I'm not responding to these bulls—t claims, but in light of the vicious and spurious online attacks against me, I cannot in good conscience now leave my children for four months to shoot a film in the Dominican Republic," the California native told TMZ in January. "Lionsgate is supporting me in this, and I'm grateful to them for that." The scandal continued when Hammer’s ex-girlfriend Paige Lorenze claimed that he branded her during their relationship. A lawyer for the Mirror Mirror star vehemently denied the allegations in a statement to Us. "These assertions about Mr. Hammer are patently untrue. Any interactions with this person, or any partner of his, were completely consensual in that they were fully discussed, agreed upon, and mutually participatory," the attorney said in January. "The stories being perpetuated in the media are a misguided attempt to present a one-sided narrative with the goal of tarnishing Mr. Hammer's reputation, and communications from the individuals involved prove that." Two months later, a woman named Effie Angelova accused him of “violently” raping her in 2017. At the time, the Los Angeles Police Department told Us that it "initiated a sexual assault investigation" in February after being contacted by a lawyer “representing the female community member.” Hammer, for his part, denied Angelova’s allegations through his lawyer. "With the truth on his side, Mr. Hammer welcomes the opportunity to set the record straight,” the attorney told Us in March. “From day one, Mr. Hammer has maintained that all of his interactions with Ms. Angelova — and every other sexual partner of his for that matter — have been completely consensual, discussed and agreed upon in advance, and mutually participatory.” |
| Gorgeous! Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn’s Relationship Timeline Posted: 13 Dec 2021 09:27 AM PST They're so gorgeous! Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn have kept their romance relatively private since their relationship began, but that doesn't mean there aren't plenty of milestones to look back on. Swift's relationship with the U.K. native was made public in May 2017. One year later, a source told Us Weekly exclusively that the "Cardigan" singer believes that Alywn is The One. "She wants to get engaged to him," the insider said. "She just doesn't feel as though she has to impress anyone at this point." A separate source revealed to Us in early 2020 that the lovebirds have "talked about their future and marriage," but they "don't have a set deadline in place." The insider added that Swift "considers Joe one of the only safe constants in her life" and that "he has always been a huge support and stuck by her." The Grammy winner has often spoken about her decision to keep her romance under wraps. In a Rolling Stone interview with Paul McCartney published in November 2020, she opened up about the desire to create normalcy in her relationship. "I, oftentimes, in my anxieties, can control how I am as a person and how normal I act and rationalize things, but I cannot control if there are 20 photographers outside in the bushes and what they do and if they follow our car and if they interrupt our lives," she explained. "I can't control if there's going to be a fake weird headline about us in the news tomorrow." Swift added, "I think that in knowing him and being in the relationship I am in now, I have definitely made decisions that have made my life feel more like a real life and less like just a storyline to be commented on in tabloids." The Favourite actor has also discussed the privacy the duo have built, telling British Vogue in 2018: "I'm aware people want to know about that side of things. I think we have been successfully very private, and that has now sunk in for people." While the pair's comments on their love are rare, Swift has taken moments to gush about her longtime beau. In her 2020 Miss Americana documentary, she explained that the Boy Erased actor's "wonderful, normal, balanced kind of life" is what attracted her to him. Scroll to relive their low-key love story.  Following her September 2016 split from Tom Hiddleston, The Sun reported that Swift had been dating Alwyn for months. The outlet alleged that the singer wore disguises to keep the relationship quiet and rented an apartment in London to be near her new boyfriend. Getty Images  Getting to know her friends! The pair double-dated with Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds while visiting Swift’s Rhode Island home, a source told Us Weekly at the time. Getty Images  Fans got new insight into the “Delicate” singer’s romance when a source revealed to Us that the couple are “very much in love,” adding, “They have quite a low-key relationship, which Taylor likes. It’s very normal, and no one really knows about it right now. They just work out, watch movies together and invite friends over. Taylor loves to cook and bake for him. They are still taking it slow.” Getty Images  Taking it to the spotlight! Swift prepared to “come out of hiding” ahead of the release of her album Reputation. “She wants to reveal their relationship when the time is right,” an insider told Us. The source also claimed the pop star could see herself having children with Alwyn “down the line.” Getty Images  When Reputation hit shelves, fans began speculating that the Grammy winner met the Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk actor at the 2016 Met Gala, thanks to lyrics in “I Did Something Bad,” “Getaway Car” and “Dress.” Swift was still dating Calvin Harris at the time but was spotted dancing with Hiddleston at the event. Getty Images  The “Look What You Made Me Do” singer packed on the PDA with Alwyn while taking in her best friend Ed Sheeran’s Jingle Bell Ball performance in London. Fan videos caught the duo dancing and kissing in the audience. Earlier in the evening, the Brit was spotted enjoying his girlfriend’s set. Getty Images  Ready to settle down? “Taylor really believes Joe is the one for her,” a source told Us. “She wants to get engaged to him. She just doesn’t feel as though she has to impress anyone at this point.” As for Alwyn? “Joe feels privileged that he gets to be with Taylor,” the insider added. Getty Images  Her biggest fan! After rumors swirled that “Gorgeous” was written about him, the Boy Erased actor was spotted bopping his head to the tune at Swift’s Glendale, Arizona, tour stop. Getty Images  “Joe has really showed her a different lifestyle and the value of privacy,” a source revealed to Us. “She’s the happiest she’s ever been.” The pair were seen enjoying a romantic vacation in Turks and Caicos on July 4. “Taylor is so much happier without her personal life in the open,” the insider noted. “She credits Joe for that and realizes how much better off she is.” SBMF/BACKGRID  He speaks! The Favourite star spoke out about his romance for the first time in the October 2018 issue of British Vogue, according to E! News. “I’m aware people want to know about that side of things. I think we have been successfully very private,” he told the magazine. “And that has now sunk in for people … but I really prefer to talk about work.” Getty Images  Swift supported Alwyn at the NYC premiere of his movie The Favourite on September 28 during the New York Film Festival. They held hands as they exited their car and made their way inside Lincoln Center. Robert Kamau/GC Images  A source told Us exclusively that Taylor’s guy “unconditionally supports her,” and she finds him “to be one of the coolest guys.” Robert Kamau/GC Images  The Favourite actor opened up about his relationship with the “Gorgeous” crooner to Esquire in December 2018. “I didn’t seek advice on that. Because I know what I feel about it,” he said. John Rasimus / Barcroft Media via Getty Images; Amber De Vos/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images  The happy duo took a hand-in-hand stroll in New York City the day before New Year’s Eve, with Swift in a burnt orange coat and a cap and the Mary Queen of Scots actor in a blue shearling jacket, jeans and a beanie. LRNYC / MEGA  A source told Us in December that an engagement could be on the horizon for the lovestruck pair. “Joe is very keen on proposing soon,” the source exclusively told Us. “But he wants to make it unforgettable and extremely special.” Anthony Harvey/Getty Images for Victoria's Secret; Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images  The Grammy winner and the actor got flirty with each other at the 2019 Golden Globes, where Swift was a presenter. “She was smiling at him while she walked off the stage,” a source told Us of the songstress. “She looked over her shoulder and gave a sassy cute little smile at his table’s direction.” Kevork Djansezian/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank; Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty Images  The pair held hands once more while making a rare public appearance together at a British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards afterparty in London on February 10. Blitz Pictures/INSTARimages.com  A video of the couple at Vanity Fair’s 2019 Oscars afterparty showed them packing on the PDA, with Alwyn resting his hand on his girlfriend’s shoulder and Swift rubbing his back. “Taylor stayed for a long time. She mingled throughout the party and seemed very happy the whole night,” an eyewitness told Us exclusively. “She was chatting to everyone and being very casual. She and Joe seemed really happy together and very relaxed.” Steve Granitz/WireImage; ANTHONY HARVEY/AFP/Getty Images  A source told Us that Swift’s closest pals “are all talking about a proposal and how she really wants to marry” the actor. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP/Shutterstock; David Fisher/Shutterstock  Swift hinted at her romance with Alywn in “Lover,” a song from her seventh studio album of the same name. One of the lyrics — “I’ve loved you three summers now, honey, but I want ’em all” — appears to hint at the length of their romance. However, some fans have speculated whether the bridge was indicative of her potential future wedding vows to Alwyn: “Ladies and gentlemen, will you please stand? / With every guitar string scar on my hand / I take this magnetic force of a man to be my lover.”  In a rare interview moment, the Harriet actor opened up about his relationship with the Grammy winner. At the time, he told London’s Sunday Times that he has no problem with being a source of inspiration in Swift’s music. “No, not at all,” he said. “No. It’s flattering.” Taylor Jewell/Invision/AP/Shutterstock; Andrew H. Walker/Shutterstock  Swift revealed in her Miss Americana documentary that Alwyn’s “wonderful, normal, balanced kind of life” is something that sparked her interest in him. Michael Hurcomb/Shutterstock; Rob Latour/Shutterstock  Swift and Alwyn packed on PDA when they attended the NME Awards together. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP/Shutterstock; NINA PROMMER/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock  Swift and Alwyn “have talked about their future and marriage,” a source told Us. The lovebirds “don’t have a set deadline in place, but they’re very much in love.” PictureGroup/Shutterstock; James Veysey/BAFTA/Shutterstock  Alwyn confirmed that he was quarantining with Swift amid the coronavirus pandemic by posting several photos of the singer’s cat Benjamin Button hiding around the house. Courtesy Joe Alwyn/Instagram (3)  Swift’s eighth studio album, Folklore, left fans with more questions than answers about the couple’s status. Some social media users speculated that the duo called it quits as Swift sings about losing who she thought was “The 1,” while other listeners called attention to the lyrics in “Invisible String,” which refer to Alwyn’s former job at a yogurt shop. “Green was the color of the grass / Where I used to read at Centennial Park / I used to think I would meet somebody there,” Swift sings. “Teal was the color of your shirt / When you were 16 at the yogurt shop / You used to work at to make a little money.” Another theory was that Alwyn secretly cowrote two songs on the album under the pen name William Bowery. Beth Garrabrant  Swift opened up about her decision to keep her relationship with Alwyn private during an interview with Paul McCartney for Rolling Stone magazine. “But I think that in knowing him and being in the relationship I am in now, I have definitely made decisions that have made my life feel more like a real life and less like just a story line to be commented on in tabloids," she explained. "Whether that’s deciding where to live, who to hang out with, when to not take a picture — the idea of privacy feels so strange to try to explain, but it’s really just trying to find bits of normalcy. That’s what that song ‘Peace’ is talking about. Like, would it be enough if I could never fully achieve the normalcy that we both crave?" Shutterstock; Juan Herrero/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock  While reflecting on the challenges of writing Folklore amid the coronavirus pandemic, Swift admitted that date nights with Alwyn played a big role in her early inspiration for the record. "I wasn't expecting to make an album. Early on in quarantine, I started watching lots of films. We would watch a different movie every night," she told Entertainment Weekly during an interview published in December 2020. "I feel like consuming other people's art and storytelling sort of opened this portal in my imagination ... The only people who knew were the people that I was making it with, my boyfriend, my family, and then my management team." Matt Baron/Shutterstock; Broadimage/Shutterstock  Alwyn returned to cowrite three songs for Swift’s 2020 album Evermore under the pseudonym William Bowery after debuting the moniker on Folklore. She confirmed his contribution in her November 2020 Disney+ concert special, Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions, explaining: “There’s been a lot of discussion about William Bowery and his identity because it’s not a real person. So, William Bowery is Joe, as we know.” PA Images/INSTARimages.com; Rob Latour/Shutterstock  Swift gave Alwyn a sweet shout-out while accepting the award for Album of the Year for Folklore. “Joe, who is the first person that I play every single song that I write,” she gushed. “And I had the best time writing songs with you in quarantine.” David Richard/AP/Shutterstock  “Betty,” which the pair cowrote, won an award for "Most Performed Songs of the Year" at the BMI London Awards. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP/Shutterstock; Javier Etxezarreta/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock |
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