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NBA Rumors: Cam Reddish Could Be A Frontrunner To Win Most Improved Player & Sixth Man Of The Year

Posted: 06 Nov 2021 04:06 PM PDT

Since being selected as the No. 10 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, former Duke small forward Cam Reddish has already gone through plenty of ups and downs in the league. In his first two years with the Atlanta Hawks, Reddish has failed to live up to expectations from a lottery pick and spent the past two seasons dealing with multiple injuries.

After struggling in his first two years in the NBA, Reddish's future with the Hawks became uncertain. In the 2021-22 NBA season, the young wingman found himself being demoted to the Hawks' bench.

Cam Reddish Having A Great Start

However, though his first two seasons in the league didn't go as planned, Reddish didn't give up on his dream to become a legitimate superstar in the NBA. Instead of being distracted by his critics, he continues to work harder and focus on improving his performance on both ends of the floor. So far, the Hawks are seeing the result of Reddish's efforts.

Despite coming off the bench, Reddish is currently off to a great start in the 2021-22 NBA season, averaging 13.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.4 steals while shooting 41.8 percent from the field and 38.1 percent from beyond the arc, per ESPN.

Cam Reddish Could Win Two Major Awards After 2021-22 NBA Season

In a recent article, Matthew Hallett of Fansided's Soaring Down South talked about Reddish and his impressive start in his third year in the NBA. Reddish and the Hawks may have only played nine games but if he could become consistent and provide the same intensity until the end of the 2021-22 NBA season, Hallett is confident that the young small forward would be a frontrunner to win two major awards - Most Improved Player of the Year and Sixth Man of the Year awards.

Is Cam Reddish A Strong MIP Candidate?

Reddish indeed has a strong chance of winning the Most Improved Player of the Year award. After dealing with health issues in the past two seasons, he's currently starting to play like a real lottery pick.

"Reddish has started this season by being incredibly aggressive on offense," Hallett wrote. "He is starting to make the right decisions between passing and shooting, and is usually the first man into the game. His defense is also a crucial part of the Hawks second unit."

Cam Reddish Becoming More Comfortable In Second Unit

With the impact that he's providing for the Hawks despite coming off the bench, it won't be a surprise if Reddish would also be mentioned in the conversation for the Sixth Man of the Year award. Being demoted to the bench by Coach Nate McMillan turned out to be a blessing in disguise for Reddish as it helps him become a more reliable contributor for the Hawks.

"While nine games are a very small sample size, Reddish is showing that he likes the style of play that the Hawks are playing under McMillan," Hallett wrote.

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Three Potential Trade Targets For Warriors Before 2022 NBA Trade Deadline

Posted: 06 Nov 2021 04:03 PM PDT

Since the 2021 NBA offseason, rumors are circulating that the Golden State Warriors are actively searching for their fourth superstar on the trade market. They may currently have the trio of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green, but some people believe that they still need additional star power on their roster to have a realistic chance of fully dominating the Western Conference and winning the NBA championship title this season.

With the current assets they have, the Warriors are in a strong position to engage in a blockbuster deal before the 2022 NBA trade deadline.

Pascal Siakam Boosts Warriors' Wing

In a recent article, Kenneth Teape of NBA Analysis Network created a list of early-season trade targets for the Warriors. These include Pascal Siakam of the Toronto Raptors. The Raptors are yet to listen to offers for Siakam but since the departure of Kyle Lowry in the 2021 NBA free agency, there's a growing belief around the league that Toronto would move their veterans and undergo a full-scale rebuild.

Bringing Siakam to Golden State would allow the Warriors to fill the hole left by Kevin Durant in the wing, giving them an All-Star who has championship experience.

Ben Simmons Finally Goes To A California Team

Aside from Siakam, Teape also mentioned Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons as a potential trade target for the Warriors before the 2022 NBA trade deadline. Unlike Siakam, Simmons is currently available on the trade market. The former No. 1 pick may have major flaws in his game, but he's a three-time All-Star.

His potential arrival in Golden State would boost the Warriors' performance on both ends of the floor and lessen the loads on Stephen Curry's shoulders in terms of ball-handling and playmaking.

Karl-Anthony Towns Upgrades Warriors' Starting Center Spot

Another player who could be on the Warriors' radar before the 2022 NBA trade deadline is All-Star center Karl-Anthony Towns of the Minnesota Timberwolves. After liking a controversial "#FreeKat" tweet, some people around the league believe that it would only be a matter of time before Towns demands a trade from the Timberwolves.

Towns would be an incredible target for the Warriors. He would be a massive upgrade over James Wiseman at the starting center position, giving them a very reliable scoring option under the basket, a monster rebounder, a quality rim protector, and a decent floor-spacer. This season, he's averaging 23.4 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.3 blocks, and 1.6 steals while shooting 51.2 percent from the field and 49.0 percent from beyond the arc, per ESPN.

Potential Trade Package To Acquire Karl-Anthony Towns

Of all the three players mentioned, Towns would undeniably be the best trade target for the Warriors before the 2022 NBA trade deadline. However, he would also be the most expensive one. To acquire him from the Timberwolves, the Warriors would likely be needing to pay the king's ransom.

According to Grant Hughes of Bleacher Report, the Warriors could engage in a three-team trade with the Timberwolves and the Oklahoma City Thunder to land Towns. In the proposed trade scenario, the Warriors would get Towns and a 2025 second-round pick, the Timberwolves would receive James Wiseman, Jonathan Kuminga, Moses Moody, Luguentz Dort, and a 2026 first-round pick, and the Thunder would obtain Andrew Wiggins, and two 2022 first-round picks.

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Gemma Chan Thinks Working With 'Eternals' Director Chloe Zhao Is "Dangerous"

Posted: 06 Nov 2021 03:58 PM PDT

Gemma Chan recently spoke out about what it's like to work with director Chloe Zhao in the new Marvels film Eternals.

The 38-year-old actress stars as the immortal being Sersi, who is one of the stewards of the planet Earth, along with other Eternal beings.

In one interview, Gemma Chan and co-star Richard Madden, who plays Ikaris in the film, shared how they feel about working with the legendary Zhao, who is known for being a perfectionist.

Scroll down to find out what they had to say.

This Is Gemma Chan's Second Marvel Role

This is Chan's second time to be cast in a Marvel film. Her MCU debut was in Captain Marvel, where she played a Kree soldier.

When asked how she feels about being a second-time Marvel character, Gemma revealed that she wasn't actually expecting to come back.

"I am very lucky in that this is my second time; I feel very fortunate. It was as much of a surprise to me, as to probably everyone else, but I feel very, very lucky to be part of this film, and amongst this incredible, talented cast."

Why It Feels "Dangerous" To Work With Zhao

While doing promo for their new film, Gemma Chan and co-star Richard Madden shared how much they respect Oscar-winning director Zhao.

In an interview, the stars discussed how Zhao's insistence on filming in natural light led to time crunches.

"It affects things in terms of timing. You end up with a very limited window in order to get the shot that the director wants." Madden said. "So it's always quite exciting when you're shooting like that. It's dangerous and exciting."

A Worthy Challenge

Gemma agreed with Madden's statement and added that it was a worthy challenge.

"It's a challenge, as Richard said. You do have a small window where the light is perfect and it's weather-dependent as well," Chan said.

"We were soaked and dusty, and it's hard to replicate that when you're in a studio environment. There's just something about being in the elements."

Zhao Kept An Eye On Harry Styles

Zhao's traditionalist execution in filming is not the only risk she took on. She also made an unexpected decision, like casting Harry Styles as Eros (a.k.a Thanos' brother) in the film.

According to Chloe, she has kept an eye on singer Harry Styles since Dunkirk.

"I kept tabs on Harry Styles since he appeared in Dunkirk 'cause whoever Nolan casts I always keep an eye open and I immediately thought, 'This person makes me think of Eros as a character.' He comes to life when I met him. It was very much a package."

Watch the trailer of the film on YouTube.

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Directors Olivia Wilde & Chloe Zhao Impressed By Harry Styles' Acting

Posted: 06 Nov 2021 03:55 PM PDT

Harry Styles made a successful crossover from singing in a boy band to acting in films, a feat that very few pop stars have crossed off their list.

When news broke out that Styles will be trying his hand in acting, there were a lot who had doubts in his acting skills.

The pop star, however, seemed to have proven that he has so much more to offer than good looks. He has been cast in major films and has impressed directors and critics.

Scroll down to see why they are impressed by Styles' acting.

Harry Styles' Acting Debut

While Styles' music career started in 2010, he didn't do acting until 2017. His feature-film debut was in Christopher Nolan's World War II epic Dunkirk, where he played fiery soldier Alex.

His role was small but significant and he delivered a great performance, despite being a newbie in the film industry.

Movie critics agreed that the former One Direction frontman was a revelation in his role. "For the One Direction fans wondering, Harry Styles is also solid, seamlessly blending into the ensemble," one critic said.

Landing A Role In Marvel's 'Eternals'

Thanks to his impressive acting in Dunkirk, Styles earned the respect of the movie industry. One of the big names Harry impressed is Eternals director Chloe Zhao, who admitted she has been keeping an eye on Styles since his acting debut.

"I kept tabs on Harry since Dunkirk, I thought he was very interesting," Zhao said in an interview.

Zhao also revealed that she cast Harry as Eros because he is so much like the character.

"After meeting him I realized he is that character — the same way I cast the rest of my cast. There's so much of Eros in him."

Working With Girlfriend Olivia Wilde

Another director who was amazed by Styles is his girlfriend Olivia Wilde.

Wilde is working with Styles in the thriller movie Don't Worry Darling. Harry stars opposite Florence Pugh and will be playing the mysterious husband Jack who may be hiding disturbing secrets.

The film will be released in theaters in 2022. See the teaser trailer on YouTube.

Appreciation Post For Harry

In an Instagram post, Wilde showed appreciation for her man for being comfortable in a supporting role and letting a woman lead hold the spotlight.

"Little known fact: most male actors don't want to play supporting roles in female-led films. The industry has raised them to believe it lessens their power," Olivia started and proceeded to say that Styles took on the role with no problem at all.

"He jumped on board with humility and grace, and blew us away every day with his talent, warmth, and ability to drive backwards."

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Predicting The Next 4 WWE Superstars That Will Leave The Company

Posted: 06 Nov 2021 01:27 PM PDT

After the past two years and massive cuts in both the office and wrestlers, the WWE seems to be trying to cut as much money off the books as possible. Fans are completely confused by some of these releases and are starting to wonder what is going on in the mind of Vince McMahon and Nick Khan. There have been several rumors of a potential sale to Disney or NBC Universal. For a company that continues to gain record profits, it seems like they no longer care about the product, simply the bottom line.

Kevin (Steen) Owens

The former NXT, Tag Team, Universal, and United States champion is likely on his way out when his WWE contract expires, whenever that may be. There have already been several hints dropped from both Owens himself and several All Elite Wrestling superstars. Most notably his former Pro Wrestling Guerrilla "Mount Rushmore" stablemates, the Young Bucks and Adam Cole. A talent of Steen's level would surely elevate anyone he works with no matter the company. This next entry on the list is also closely related to Kevin Owens, as they could continue their "fight forever" in AEW or elsewhere on the independent scenes across the country.

Sami Zayn (El Generico)

As previously mentioned, Kevin Steen's real-life best friend may also be on his way out of the company, however, this one is more fan speculation than anything. He made his name in Ring Of Honor as the masked sensation El Generico. But the now Sami Zayn has also seen some success under the WWE umbrella as well. Unfortunately though it never quite seemed like he was destined for the main event on the main roster as he has never progressed past the mid-card. If used properly Zayn could have been one of WWE's next superstars, but that was sadly not the case and it will likely lead to his exit from the global promotion.

Charlotte Flair

The daughter of the legendary Ric Flair has been one of the most successful superstars in World Wrestling Entertainment. Having already racked up double-digit championship wins in such a short time in the company already. However, things have started to go sour as of late and it started with her fiance Andrade's exit from the company. With her father also being let go in a recent round of cuts it seems even more and more likely that she will exit the company. This would be one of the biggest blows to WWE's reign of terror over the professional wrestling industry.

Kyle O Riley

He was rumored to be the next face of NXT after his feud with Adam Cole, that is until the company debuted the new 2.0 style. Feeling left out in the cold could certainly be enough motivation for "KOR" to pack his bags and leave for greener pastures. With 2 of the 4 members of the former Undisputed Era already in AEW, a reunion could be very likely soon as he could reignite his feud with Cole or join forces with Bobby Fish again and become a dominant tag team. Or even reform the Undisputed Era to feud with the Elite.

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NBA Rumors: Suns Could Acquire Ben Simmons For Package Centered On Chris Paul

Posted: 06 Nov 2021 01:17 PM PDT

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons is expected to be one of the hottest commodities on the trade market before the 2022 NBA trade deadline. Despite strong efforts from the Sixers to convince him to stay, Simmons seems determined to leave the City of Brotherly Love.

Though he has already joined the Sixers' in their previous practices, the former No. 1 pick is yet to play a single game in the 2021-22 NBA season. With his continuous absence, the Sixers recently decided to resume fining him for every game he misses.

Ben Simmons To Phoenix Suns

In a recent article, Grant Hughes of Bleacher Report created a list of NBA teams that need to trade for Simmons the most before the 2022 NBA trade deadline. These include last year's NBA Finalists, the Phoenix Suns. The Suns may currently have Chris Paul as their starting point guard but if they want to take a "light-years approach" in extending their run, Hughes believes that they should strongly consider swapping CP3 for Simmons.

Simmons may still have plenty of flaws in his game, but he perfectly fits the timeline of the Suns' core of Devin Booker, Mikal Bridges, and DeAndre Ayton.

Ben Simmons Boosts Suns' Struggling Defense

Simmons would be an interesting addition to the Suns. Despite his shooting woes, he remains a solid two-way contributor in the league. He would give the Suns a reliable scorer, a great rebounder, playmaker, and lockdown defender. Last season, he averaged 14.3 points, 7.2 rebounds, 6.9 assists, and 1.6 steals while shooting 55.7 percent from the field, per ESPN.

The successful acquisition of Simmons before the 2022 NBA trade deadline is expected to improve the Suns' mediocre defense that currently ranks No. 15 in the league, allowing 104.6 points per 100 possessions, per ESPN.

Sixers Get An 'All-Star' For Ben Simmons

Meanwhile, though he's already on the downside of his career, Hughes thinks that Paul still satisfies the Sixers' "transformative or bust" asking price for Simmons. Paul would give the Sixers a veteran All-Star with more than a decade of playoff experience.

CP3 would immediately fill the hole that Simmons would be leaving at the Sixers' backcourt. Aside from being a prolific scorer and an incredible playmaker, Paul is also an elite three-point shooter, making him a great fit with the face of the Sixers' franchise, Joel Embiid.

Will The Suns Make The Trade?

As of now, there's no indication that the Suns are planning to trade Paul for Simmons before the 2022 NBA trade deadline. As Hughes, noted, the Suns are only expected to consider such trade if they aren't confident that they have what it takes to fully dominate the Western Conference and capture the Larry O'Brien Trophy this season.

Compared to last season, their quest for the NBA championship title has become more difficult, especially with the emergence of the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors on the West Coast. Instead of keeping an aging star, the Suns could replace him with a young franchise cornerstone who could be part of their long-term plans.

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NBA Rumors: Karl-Anthony Towns Breaks Silence On Liking Controversial '#FreeKAT' Tweet

Posted: 06 Nov 2021 08:24 AM PDT

Despite numerous calls for him to demand a trade, All-Star center Karl-Anthony Towns hasn't given a strong indication that he would be leaving the Minnesota Timberwolves soon. Though they have only reached the playoffs once since he was drafted as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, Towns remains committed to helping the Timberwolves win their first NBA championship title.

However, without a clear path to title contention, most people continue to believe that Towns would be available on the trade market before the 2022 NBA trade deadline.

'#FreeKAT' Tweet

Recently, Towns was once again involved in a controversy after he was caught reacting to a Twitter post urging the Timberwolves to trade him before the 2022 NBA trade deadline. On Twitter, NBA Central posted a screenshot of Towns liking a "#FreeKAT" tweet.

After it became viral, Towns decided to break his silence to address the issue regarding his controversial social media action. In an interview with Dane Moore of The Dane Moore NBA Podcast, the Timberwolves superstar said that he wasn't the one who liked the tweet, adding that he was "hacked."

Apologizes To Fans

While explaining the truth about his controversial action on social media, Towns also used his interview with Moore to offer an apology to the Timberwolves' fans.

"Sorry to the Wolves fans," Towns said. "I ain't want to cause no hysteria or anything like that. But just know I'm very happy. I know we're on a skid so it came at the worst possible time, that little hacking. Just know I'm very happy here. I'm excited to build more years here, not just this year."

Teams Monitoring Towns' Situation

Towns' recent statement has undeniably given the Timberwolves' fans one less thing to worry about in the 2021-22 NBA season. Unfortunately, it wasn't enough to stop his potential suitors from monitoring his current situation in Minnesota. According to Kenneth Teape of NBA Analysis Network, there are "those around the league" who are "watching his situation closely."

Like other superstars who parted ways with the team that drafted them, there remains a possibility for Towns to leave the Timberwolves, especially if they continue to lose games this season.

Golden State

One of the most intriguing landing spots for Towns before the 2022 NBA trade deadline is the Golden State Warriors. Since the 2021 NBA offseason, the Warriors have been active on the market searching for a fourth superstar who would help Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green return to the NBA Finals and capture the Larry O'Brien Trophy next year.

By using young and promising talents like James Wiseman, Jonathan Kuminga, and Moses Moody as trade chips, the Warriors would be in a strong position to acquire Towns should he and the Timberwolves decide to part ways this season. Pairing Towns with Curry, Thompson, and Green would allow the Warriors to create another superteam that could beat any powerhouse team in a best-of-seven series.

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Inside Chanel West Coast's Tragic Real-Life Story

Posted: 06 Nov 2021 07:43 AM PDT

For someone who's famous for her laughter, Chanel West Coast has faced plenty of sorrow in her private life. While it may seem like the successful rapper and TV personality has it all -- she's built a thriving music career, runs her own clothing line and boasts a net worth of $3 million -- the Ridiculousness host has suffered the loss of her boyfriend, as well as that of a few close friends who have meant a great deal to her.

Despite the tragic deaths she has mourned over the years, the 33-year-old continues to spread a message of positivity on her social media, with 3.5 million following her on Instagram.

Scroll for a look at Chanel's sad real-life story.

Lost Her Boyfriend At 19

Long before she dated Scottish musician Liam Horne, Chanel endured the tragic loss of her boyfriend, Saul Garcia, when she was just 19 years old. According to the Los Angeles Times, Saul and his friend Kevin Deville, who was also friends with Chanel, were shot and killed in a double homicide in Los Angeles' Van Nuys neighborhood in 2007.

As of 2017, the case was still unsolved, with the perpetrator reportedly being a gang member. Both young men were 21 at the time of the death.

Their grievous passing has left a deep mark on Chanel, who regularly commemorates them on social media.

"On 12/05/07 my ex boyfriend and his best friend were shot and killed. I can't believe you've been gone 2 years. I love u! RIP Saul & Kevin," the former Fantasy Factory star tweeted in 2009.

Chanel also mourned their loss on Twitter in 2012: "Last week on December 5th it was the 5 year anniversary of my 2 best friends being shot to death.(RIP Saul & Kevin❤)......"

Mourning Actress Nicole Dubos

Tragedy struck Chanel last year as well, when the female rapper lamented the loss of close childhood friend Nicole Dubos. The Alpha Dog actress died on February 3, 2020, as a result of an addiction disorder, with Chanel paying a heartbreaking tribute to her friend on the day of her passing.

"I am absolutely devastated to find out about the loss of one of my best friends since childhood," the "Sharon Stoned" rapper wrote on Instagram, sharing a slideshow of her and Nicole, which you can see below.

Blames Herself For Friend's Death

Chanel penned a long message commemorating her late friend, in which she expressed her anguish at her unexpected death. In one particularly heart-wrenching section, the MTV star blamed herself for Nicole's untimely demise.

"Nicole I am so sorry I didn't do more to help you. I'm so sorry that I was so busy and consumed with my own life and career that I hadn't taken the time to call you in over a year. I have never been more angry and sad about something I KNOW I could've helped prevent," she wrote in the lengthy caption.

Chanel continued: "I feel like such a piece of sh*t for not trying harder to help you with addiction issues and I just don't know how I'm going to ever get over this."

The Love & Hip Hop alum also poured her heart out in a tearful tribute to Nicole on Snapchat, given below, saying: "I really regret not being a better friend."

"If you have someone in your life who is struggling with substance abuse issues, do whatever it takes to help them. Get them off drugs, pill, get them into rehab," Chanel said through tears. "Do not let them die. Because I let my friend die, and I feel terrible."

Grieving Christopher 'Big Black' Boykin

The death of her childhood friend came just three years after Chanel grieved the loss of her friend and MTV co-star, Christopher "Big Black" Boykin, who died of a heart attack in 2017 at age 45. Boykin was known for MTV shows Rob Dyrdek's Fantasy Factory and Rob & Big

"We're all very sad that he's gone. It's super tragic," she told E! Online nine days after his passing. "He was so young and he has a little girl, which makes it even sadder."

Chanel also spoke of Boykin's legacy.

"I think everyone is going to remember him as such a funny guy. He's going to keep people laughing forever in reruns to come. I think we're all going to remember him in a great way," she said. "It's just super tragic. I don't even want to talk about it."

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The Story Behind Emily Ratajkowski's NFT

Posted: 06 Nov 2021 07:39 AM PDT

She just released a book titled My Body, but Emily Ratajkowski has been taking strides to regain ownership of her image long before her collection of essays hit Amazon last month.

Earlier in April, the supermodel and entrepreneur, 30, who has been modeling since she was 14, made headlines for creating her very first NFT, a digital non-fungible token. (The Inquisitr explains in detail what an NFT is here.)

The London-born model promoted the piece on Instagram, selling it at Christie's a month later. Here's why she made it and what she got out of it.

'Buying Myself Back'

Titled "Buying Myself Back: A Model for Redistribution," Ratajkowski's NFT was a link to a digital image of the model with a convoluted back story.

In the image attached to the NFT, the Inamorata Woman owner was posing in her home next to a print of a Sports Illustrated picture she had shared on social media. That magazine photo (her first appearance in SI), in which she wears a body-paint bikini, had been taken off of her Instagram account by New York artist Richard Prince, who blew it up and transferred it to canvas along with a comment he posted.

Prince later used that photo for profit without permission, along with another black-and-white nude shot of Ratajkowski that was originally taken for the SI Swimsuit Issue's cover, which he also grabbed from Instagram. The artist exhibited the nude at Gagosian in 2014 as part of his collection of paintings, "New Portraits," comprised of a series of repurposed Instagram screenshots.

Attempt To Buy Prince's Piece

Detailing the episode in her widely-read essay, "Buying Myself Back," published by The Cut last September, Ratajkowski recounted the great lengths she went to in order to get hold of Prince's nude "painting" of her.

After unsuccessfully trying to buy the piece from Gagosian (it had been purchased by an art collector), the Vogue model contacted Prince's studio, securing the second "Instagram painting" of herself.

Ratajkowski forked about $80,000 for the piece, splitting the cost with her then-boyfriend. When the couple broke up, she bought her ex's half of the painting, as well as a smaller "study" the studio had gifted her, which cost her $10,000.

"I was paid $150 for the shoot and a couple grand later, when the magazine came out, for the 'usage' of my image," Ratajkowski wrote in her essay.

NFT Idea

The idea to make an NFT using Prince's "painting" of her occurred to Ratajkowski one month after giving birth to her son this March.

"I was just honestly high off of postpartum hormones and spinning out of control. Everybody was talking about NFTs and I had my first glass of wine post-pregnancy and was like, 'This makes me think about…,'" she told Vanity Fair.

The model, who promoted the NFT on social media as seen below, later put it up for auction at Christie's, where it fetched $175,000 after fees.

"I hope to symbolically set a precedent for women and ownership online, one that allows for women to have ongoing authority over their image and to receive rightful compensation for its usage and distribution," Ratajkowski wrote on Twitter in April.

The model will receive a cut every time her NFT is resold, therefore gaining some degree of continued ownership over her image.

Meanwhile, Prince has defended the appropriation of photos for his "New Portraits," arguing that publicly available Instagram images constitute fair use.

Before the auction, Prince wrote in a since-deleted tweet: "I have no idea who Emily Ratajkowski is or what she does. I have never met her and I have never done her portrait. I have no interest in NFT's, Bitcoin, cryptocurrency."

Copyright Nightmare

Since the NFT Ratajkowski sold was a link representing a composite image that featured a photograph of herself in front of a print by another artist that contained a photo (of herself) taken by yet another artist, the entire thing is a copyright nightmare.

According to The Verge, there are many layers of copyright infringement to be considered. For one thing, even though Ratajkowski owns a physical copy of Prince's painting, she likely doesn't own the rights to digitally reproduce it.

"You've gotta assume Richard Prince isn't suing over this," writes the publication.

The Prince "painting" itself is a major copyright headache. Not only does it include a SI image, of which the magazine and/or its photographer might claim a "reasonable degree of ownership," but also Ratajkowski's profile pic on Instagram (likely a selfie), as well as comments written by followers, explains the Los Angeles Times. Naturally, the copyright issues that can be applied to Prince's "painting" are also applicable to Ratajkowski's NFT.

"If we're counting: there seem to be at least four images within this single image. We can reasonably assume that Ratajkowski owns two of them (the core photo of herself, plus her profile picture inside the Richard Prince painting)," The Verge tries to make heads and tails of the situation. "Richard Prince owns one of them (although that could be litigated). And Sports Illustrated and/or a photographer associated with Sports Illustrated presumably owns the final image."

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Multiple WWE Releases Were Due To Vaccination Status

Posted: 05 Nov 2021 11:19 PM PDT

Thursday, it was announced that WWE released 18 members of talent in the company. Former NXT Champions such as Keith Lee, and Karrion Kross were among those let go. As well as former RAW Women's Champions such as Nia Jax and Ember Moon.

This news came as quite a shock across social media. At one point, the news on the releases gained seven of the top ten trending topics in the United States. Many fans were disappointed to see so many talented wrestlers not be given the chance to make a name for themselves any longer in the WWE.

Vaccine The Reason?

Sean Ross Sapp reported some interesting developments in the story on Fightful Select. According to reports, numerous releases were due to wrestlers' vaccination status. Fightful confirmed with their sources that at least five of the released wrestlers were "openly unvaccinated." That does not mean that that was the sole reason for the releases, and not all of the releases were due to vaccine records. It has not been confirmed which wrestlers were unvaccinated, and which were released due to other reasons.

Source Confirms Reason For Nia Jax's Release

Though, quickly after the report of the releases, the New York Post reported that a source "with knowledge of WWE's operations" said that one of the reasons why Nia Jax was released is that she is unvaccinated. This is the only wrestler from the cuts that have had a source say why they were cut. Thursday, WWE Head of Talent Relations John Laurinaitis stated that budget cuts were a reason why WWE decided to make these releases at this time.

Reason For Vaccination Status

With as much traveling as wrestlers do, going to states where vaccination records shift from lenient to strict, international travel, media appearances, and more, the vaccination status of a wrestler can be important to maintain a spot on a WWE roster. Also, with the amount of physicality going on in the ring, there could be hesitation from vaccinated wrestlers wanting to work with unvaccinated wrestlers, especially if they have children or are perhaps immunocompromised.

Athletes Vs. The Vaccine

Sports are no stranger to controversy with athletes remaining unvaccinated. In the NBA, Brooklyn Nets Guard, Kyrie Irving is openly unvaccinated and has talked numerous times about his desire to do his own research on the subject. On Wednesday, it was reported that Green Bay Packers Quarterback Aaron Rodgers, [tested positive for COVID-19] (https://www.inquisitr.com/6498166/packers-aaron-rodgers-violated-nfls-covid-protocols-all-season) and that he was unvaccinated and would miss the game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. However, in Rogers case, he took an "alternative treatment" to the vaccine, and was disputing with the NFL to have him considered vaccinated, a request that the NFL ultimately denied Rogers. It will be interesting to see if vaccination status will change any other wrestler's status within the company.

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NBA Rumors: Warriors Trade Is Unlikely For Ben Simmons

Posted: 05 Nov 2021 02:15 PM PDT

A few weeks since the 2021-22 NBA season officially started, Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons remains one of the centers of controversies in the league. Though the Sixers are currently making efforts to convince him to stay, it seems like the former No. 1 pick is determined to leave the City of Brotherly Love.

In the past months, Simmons has already been linked to several title contenders that need additional star power to boost their chances of winning the NBA championship title this season.

Simmons To Warriors

One of the top favorite landing spots for Simmons is the Golden State Warriors. Since the 2021 NBA offseason, rumors were circulating that the Warriors are eyeing to acquire a fourth superstar who would help Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green reclaim their throne and revive their dynasty this season.

Simmons may still have major flaws in his game but in a recent appearance on HoopsHype podcast, Anthony Slater of The Athletic revealed that there are some people inside the Warriors' organization who would be "intrigued by the idea" of bringing in the three-time All-Star to Golden State.

Why Trade Won't Happen

However, though they currently have enough assets to engage in a blockbuster deal, Slater also said that the Warriors' top officials, specifically team owner Joe Lacob, have some concerns about Simmons' fit with the team.

"Simmons could fit in the Warriors' read-and-react style, but he'd make the most sense in the Draymond role as the pick-and-roll guy with Curry," Slater said. "What matters most is that the guy up top, Joe Lacob, has literally been fined for giving his opinion about not believing in Simmons' fit with the Warriors. If you talk to him behind the scenes on or off the record, he's transparent that he's not giving up the young guys, particularly for a flawed type of star like Simmons."

Attractiveness Of Trade Assets

Even if Lacob and the Warriors' front office has a change of heart regarding Simmons' fit, it still remains a big question mark if the Sixers would be interested in what Golden State could offer for their disgruntled superstar. James Wiseman and Jonathan Kuminga may have shown huge potentials, but the Sixers don't currently need young prospects that they could develop.

Since the 2021 NBA offseason, the Sixers have been telling everyone in the league that they are seeking an All-Star caliber player in any potential deal involving Simmons.

Missed Opportunity For Simmons

Despite the major concerns regarding his fit, Simmons would definitely love the idea of being traded to the Warriors. The Warriors are currently one of the teams that are situated in California and like the Sixers, they also have a realistic chance of reaching the NBA Finals and capturing the Larry O'Brien Trophy in the 2021-22 NBA season.

Also, in Golden State, Simmons may be able to address his shooting woes by playing alongside elite three-point shooters like Curry and Thompson.

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Draymond Green Reacts To Suns' Owner Robert Sarver's Alleged Racism

Posted: 05 Nov 2021 02:11 PM PDT

The Phoenix Suns' workplace culture is under heavy scrutiny.

A report by ESPN dug deep into Robert Sarver's 17-year tenure as the team owner in an attempt to shed light on multiple allegations of misogyny, racism, and personal mistreatment.

At some point, the report even cites Sarver questioning why he's not allowed to say the N-Word like Warriors star Draymond Green:

"You know, why does Draymond Green get to run up the court and say [n-word]," Sarver allegedly said, repeating the word numerous times after that. "You can't say that," (Former coach Earl Watson) replied. "Why?" asked Sarver. "Draymond Green says [n-word]."

Green, as outspoken as he is, took to Twitter to address the situation with a not-so-cryptic comment: "But I was fined?? Lol smh," he wrote.

Suns Owner Under Heavy Fire

The controversial mogul didn't waste time denying those rumors through a statement.

"I've never called anyone or any group of people the n-word," he said, as quoted by Complex](https://www.complex.com/sports/phoenix-suns-robert-sarver-draymond-green-racism). "I don't use that word. It is abhorrent and ugly and denigrating and against everything I believe in."

He later admitted to using the word but in a whole different context:

"On one occasion a player used the n-word to describe the importance of having each others' back. I responded by saying, I wouldn't say n***a, I would say that we're in the foxhole together. I immediately apologized and haven't said it ever again," he claimed.

Toxic Workplace Culture

This isn't the first time that Sarver has been accused of building a toxic workplace culture.

ESPN's report talks about multiple times when Sarver openly talked about him or his players' sex life during staff meetings.

Others claimed that women "have very little value" within the organization.

Also, Sarver allegedly suggested that the team should have local strippers impregnated by NBA players so they would feel pressure to sign with the team and be close to their children:

"Sarver remarked to two basketball operations staffers that the Suns needed to have local strippers impregnated by NBA players so those players would have children in the Phoenix area and feel obliged to be closer to them, giving the Suns a potential edge in free agency, the now-former staffers said," continued the report.

Will Sarver Be Forced To Sell The Suns?

The NBA is most definitely going to investigate this matter and all the allegations against Sarver.

That means that they could force him to sell the team the same way it happened to former Clippers owner Donald Sterling back in 2014.

Sterling used racial slurs towards Magic Johnson in some leaked conversations with his couple, while other former staffers and players also accused him of being a racist during his time on the team.

Eventually, tech mogul Steve Ballmer bought the franchise for $2 billion.

Struggling On The Court Also

These kinds of distractions are the last thing the Suns need right now as they look to prove that last year's success wasn't just a fluke.

Following one of the best seasons in franchise history and a failed trip to the NBA Finals, Monty Williams' team has failed to find that same form during the early season.

Thus far, the Suns are just 4-3 to start the season and look far from the dominant defensive unit they were last year with Chris Paul at the helm.

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Trae Young Reveals Why Hawks Are Struggling Earlier In 2021-22 NBA Season

Posted: 05 Nov 2021 02:08 PM PDT

There were high expectations for All-Star point guard Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks before the start of the 2021-22 NBA season. After a recent trip to the Eastern Conference Finals, most people believed that the Hawks would immediately make their presence felt this season. Unfortunately, the Hawks are off to a slow start and currently not playing like a legitimate title contender in the Eastern Conference.

As of now, they are sitting in the No. 12 spot in the Eastern Conference with a 4-5 record.

Hawks' Early Struggle

Following their 116-98 loss to the Utah Jazz on Thursday night, Young talked about the Hawks' struggle earlier in the 2021-22 NBA season. In a post-game interview, the former No. 5 overall pick cited the lack of motivation as one of the main reasons behind their poor performance.

"I think guys are learning that," Young said, as quoted by The Athletic's Chris Kirschner on Twitter. "We're no longer the hunters. It's regular season. I'm not going to lie, it's a lot more boring than the playoffs. You got to find that motivation to play like the playoffs."

Young Got Roasted

Young earned plenty of criticisms for his recent comment about the Hawks' struggle earlier in the 2021-22 NBA season. Ending their playoff drought and reaching the Eastern Conference Finals is indeed a huge accomplishment for a young team like the Hawks, but Young's statement sounded like they achieved an even bigger goal.

With the way he speaks, Jason Jones of The Athletic said on Twitter that Young and the Hawks are acting like a team going for a "three-peat." Some NBA fans shared the same sentiment as Jones, with one saying that the Hawks are playing with a "championship hangover without the championship."

Hawks' Defense A Big Problem

Young is still dropping impressive numbers in the 2021-22 NBA season. In nine games he played, he's averaging 22.4 points and 9.2 assists while shooting 40.7 percent from the field, per ESPN. As a team, the Hawks are also doing well on the offensive end of the floor.

However, their defense proved to be a major concern earlier this season. As of now, the Hawks are No. 23 in the league in defensive efficiency, allowing 106.9 points per 100 possessions, per ESPN.

Lineup Changes Possible

In their first nine games in the 2021-22 NBA season, Hawks head coach Nate McMillan used a starting lineup featuring Young, Bogdan Bogdanovic, DeAndre Hunter, John Collins, and Clint Capela. However, with their recent struggle, McMillan said that it's a possibility for them to make lineup changes in the upcoming games.

"We need a spark," McMillan said, as quoted by Sarah K. Spencer of Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Twitter. "We need some energy to lift us, and we need some guys that'll go out there and defend... We need two-way players, and not all of your energy focused on one end of the floor."

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Inside Ariana Grande 'Extravagant' $14 Million Los Angeles Mansion

Posted: 05 Nov 2021 01:53 PM PDT

Nearly a year and a half after purchasing her Los Angeles mansion, Ariana Grande has bid adieu to her luxurious Hollywood Hills home. After forking $13.7 million for the 10,094 square-foot property in June 2020, the pop star has sold it for $14 million earlier this week, multiple news outlets are reporting.

However, this doesn't mean the 28-year-old is planning to leave Montecito any time soon. The singer, who reportedly owns two other properties in the celebrity-studded enclave, will be relocating to a smaller house next door. Here's what she's saying goodbye to.

Penthouse Bedroom & Double Fireplace

Located in the exclusive Bird Streets neighborhood high above L.A.'s iconic Sunset Strip, Grande's former residence is a four-bedroom, seven-bathroom manse boasting floor-to-ceiling windows that offer a panoramic view of the scenic hillside.

All glass and black metal, the "exceedingly contemporary exterior" is balanced out by the "warm" interiors, with photos published on Tuesday by Vogue Australia giving an intimate glimpse at the refined decor.

The lower level harbors a sprawling open-plan living room, separated from an elegant formal dining room by a double-sided fireplace. Meanwhile, the penthouse level is entirely reserved for a master bedroom complete with a boutique-sized walk-in closet. What a dream!

Infinity Pool

Grande's "extravagant" Hollywood Hills mansion comes with state-of-the-art amenities worthy of a pop princess. The first floor seems specially designed for R&R, as it's equipped with a massage and sauna, an at-home theatre, and a bespoke wine cellar that can hold up to 300 bottles of wine.

There's also a wet bar and a chef's kitchen complete with Miele appliances and a black granite island.

As for the top floor, the future owners are in for a treat: an L-shaped infinity pool and adjacent spacious patio more than make up for the lack of garden space. Click here for more snaps of the incredible home!

'Dark' History

Grande's Bird Streets abode is a house with a reputation. Built just three years ago, the modern edifice is connected to the name of fraudster and convicted criminal Robert Shapiro, having been constructed by his company, Woodbridge Group.

The Grammy-Award winner was reportedly the first owner of the home, which has been on and off the market, with a substantial decrease in price. Originally listed for $25.5 million, the asking price has dropped to $23 million, then to $19.5 million in 2019, and $17.5 million in 2020, until Grande splashed $13.7 million for it last summer.

Moving Next Door

Now that she's unloaded the lavish Hillside mansion, the pop chanteuse and her real estate agent husband Dalton Gomez, 27, will be taking up residence in the star's Bird Streets cottage next door, which she acquired in March just after meeting her future hubby.

While their new love nest only offers 1,590 square feet of living space, it's situated on an impressive 0.74-acre hillside plot, with plenty of tall hedges and trees offering privacy to the young couple. According to Architectural Digest, Grande spent $8.9 million for the 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom house.

The singer also owns a third Montecito property, namely the 5,500-square-foot Tudor-style manor she bought off of Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi for $6.75 million.

Known as Porter house, the building has a "fantastically interesting backstory,", having been built in England in the 1700s as two separate barns, and later dismantled and reconstructed in California as a single edifice with two wings linked by an orangery. This is where Grande's nuptials famously took place in May.

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'Squid Game' Season 2 Release Date, Cast, and Plot - Everything We Know

Posted: 05 Nov 2021 01:06 PM PDT

Netflix's Squid Game was a huge hit and quickly became the platform's most watched TV series in history.

The series first premiered on September 17, 2021 and was created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, who also directed all the episodes.

It stars Jung-jae Lee, who plays the lead character Seong Gi-hun and supporting actors Hae-soo Park, Ha-joon Wi and breakout star HoYeon Jung.

Aside from gaining popularity among viewers, the show was also well-received by critics, earning a 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Here's everything we know about Squid Game season 2.

When is the Release Date of 'Squid Game' Season 2?

While Netflix hasn't officially renewed the series for season 2 yet, it is highly unlikely that it will be canceled, given its huge success.

The series was first announced back in 2019 and it took about two years before it aired. With that timeline, we are expecting the second season to be ready by early 2023.

Creator Hwang told Variety that he has no solid plans for the second season yet:

"I don't have well developed plans for Squid Game 2. It is quite tiring just thinking about it. But if I were to do it, I would certainly not do it alone. I'd consider using a writers' room and would want multiple experienced directors."

If you haven't seen the series, watch the trailer of Squid Game on YouTube.

Who is in the cast of 'Squid Game' Season 2?

Jung-jae Lee will most likely be back to reprise his role as Seong Gi-hun.

Since a lot of the past characters have already been killed in the first season, it is unsure whether they will still be making an appearance in the upcoming season.

Fan favorite HoYeon Jung was asked in an interview wether she will be part of the next season and here's what she had to say:

"To be honest, I have never thought about [participating in] the next season, because I am dead," she joked to The Korea Herald. "We should all wait for brilliant imagination and ideas from the director and Netflix.

"Let's wait together."

What is 'Squid Game' Season 2 About?

The plot of the second season will likely revolve around Gi-hun's story, who was seen plotting revenge in the final episode of the first season.

A new set of players will probably be collected to participate in another round of games. There is a possibility that the police will be involved or there may be an active investigation because of what happened to Hwang Jun-ho, the police officer who was looking for his brother.

Actor Jung-jae Lee told the New York Times what he thinks would happen next:

"That's a very difficult question because the story could go in any direction, and some of Gi-hun's emotions are very complicated. He's a very intriguing character. I guess he could go and try and punish the creators of the game. Or he could try to stop new contestants from playing it. Or he could try to join the game again. I have no idea at this point."

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Which Two Marvel Characters Has 'Eternals' Star Gemma Chan Played?

Posted: 05 Nov 2021 11:16 AM PDT

Gemma Chan is one of the few actors who had the honor of playing not just one but two Marvel characters.

The 38-year-old actress is gracing the big screen once again as a Marvel superhero - a title that not many actors get to experience.

In a recent interview, Chan spoke out about how she really feels being cast twice in a Marvel movie.

Scroll down to see what she had to say.

Marvel Debut

Gemma made her Marvel debut in Captain Marvel in 2019. She played Minn-Erva, a blue-skinned Kree who was a secondary antagonist in the film.

Because she has already played a Marvel character, many were surprised to see Chan cast in another Marvel role, as this rarely happens in the MCU. Even Chan herself was pretty surprised that she was hired again.

According to Gemma, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige approached her months after Captain Marvel and insisted that she come back for another future role.

"We'd love to make better use of you. We'd just love for you to come back. We want you to do something else so let's find that project." Feige said.

One Of The Last Ones Casted

In a recent interview, Chan shared that she felt incredibly lucky to be part of the cast of Eternals. In the movie, she plays Sersi - a humankind-loving immortal who has the power to manipulate matter and shape them into whatever she pleases.

"I wasn't expecting to be called in. I did a screen test for Sersi quite late in the game," Chan said.

"I am very lucky in that this is my second time; I feel very fortunate. It was as much of a surprise to me, as to probably everyone else, but I feel very, very lucky to be part of this film, and amongst this incredible, talented cast."

Is Gemma Dating Richard Madden?

Many fans were delighted to see Chan come back for another role. She is perfect for the role of Sersi and her chemistry with Richard Madden, who plays Ikaris, is also palpable, leading viewers to wonder if there is a romantic relationship budding off-screen.

The two are not dating but they are actually great friends and have known each other for ten years.

When Madden was asked how it was to work with Chan, he said that he was over the moon.

"Because we've known each other so long, we already have this trust and rapport. We know how to push each other's buttons. We know how to make each other laugh."

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NFL Rumors: 3 Teams That Should Sign Odell Beckham Jr.

Posted: 05 Nov 2021 11:10 AM PDT

Even though it just happened today, Odell Beckham Jr.'s departure from the Cleveland Browns was years in the making.

The talented wideout never got on the same page with Baker Mayfield and was rarely involved in Kevin Stefanski's offense.

Things further escalated when OBJ's father posted an 11-minute clip of Mayfield either ignoring or overthrowing a wide-open Beckham Jr, with plenty of people criticizing the Browns' quarterback.

Beckham Jr. was later "excused" from team practice as they reached a financial settlement to finally cut him loose.

Who Should Sign Odell Beckham Jr.?

Mike Florio of ProFootballTalk reported that OBJ asked to be traded multiple times in the season.

Nonetheless, Beckham's recent story with injuries, his obvious desire to leave, and his big contract were issues no team wanted to deal with.

Then again, no one can argue that OBJ is a game-changing wideout when healthy. He's strong, athletic, and can outduel nearly every big-time defender in the league.

So, now that he's set to become a free agent, who should try and make a run at him? Let's take a look.

Patriots Get A Big-Play Threat

Bill Belichick and Josh McDaniels have taken a conservative approach with Mac Jones leading the offense.

But the Alabama product has looked more comfortable as the weeks go by and has been efficient in the few occasions he's dared to throw downfield.

The Patriots lack a true big-play threat in their offense and they've been known for pursuing former stars looking to get back at their doubters.

They're 4-4 for the season and, even though their defense deserves most of the credit, it wouldn't hurt them to get a new pair of hands of their offense.

Saints Homecoming Makes Sense

Even though he's said his family roots for the Dallas Cowboys, Odell Beckham Jr. has big ties to the city of New Orleans from his days at LSU.

The Saints have big needs in their receivers corps, especially with Michael Thomas set to miss the whole season with a foot injury.

Beckham Jr. may not want anything to do with a team that has Trevor Siemian at QB, though, as poor quarterback play was the reason why he wanted to leave the Browns in the first place.

Aaron Rodgers New Weapon?

The Green Bay Packers have been one of the best teams in the NFL this season but their offense still has room for improvement. Thus far, they've only averaged 24 points per game, as per Team Rankings.

Aaron Rodgers has picked apart opposing defenses even without Devante Adams, so imagine what he could do if they give him another top-tier weapon?

Rodgers could force his way out of Green Bay at the end of the season, so they might as well make the most of his talents while they still can.

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Miley Cyrus Honors Dolly Parton With '80s-Inspired Gucci Look

Posted: 05 Nov 2021 10:48 AM PDT

They share a special bond that has lasted all of her life, so it's no wonder that Miley Cyrus chose to honor godmother Dolly Parton at the star-studded Gucci Love Parade on November 3.

Hitting up the Hollywood Boulevard runway show in a glimmering blue fringe maxi dress with lavish feather details, Cyrus, who's also the face of Gucci's Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau Perfume, channeled the 75-year-old country icon's legendary look with an '80s-inspired hairstyle. The 28-year-old pop star later shared pics from the event on Instagram, snagging 1.5 million likes from her legion of followers.

Aside from being a beloved family member, Parton has served as a source of inspiration for the "Wrecking Ball" singer on numerous occasions. Read about their close relationship below.

Keeping In Touch The Old-Fashioned Way

Cyrus -- whose Gucci look celebrated Parton with a voluminous wavy hairstyle described by Vogue as "glam on top, party on the bottom," has collaborated professionally with her famous godmother a number of times.

Aside from fittingly playing her godmother on Hannah Montana, the country music legend teamed up with the former Disney Channel star for a couple of music projects. One of their notable onstage appearances together was at the 2019 Grammy Awards, where they delivered a stunning rendition of "Jolene." A year later, they were collaborating on Parton's holiday album, A Holly Dolly Christmas.

Although their relationship is certainly hip, the duo made headlines last December for using an outdated communication method to keep in touch. During an appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Cyrus revealed Parton reached out the old-fashioned way while working on the album.

"She faxed me," said the "Prisoner" singer, who told Norton she didn't own a fax machine at the time. "She gets upset when you don't respond. And it's like, I'm sorry, I don't even know. Half the people watching your show might not even know what a fax machine is."

Why Dolly Won't Give Miley Advice

Parton, who says she's Cyrus' "honorary godmother," has been there for the young musician every step of the way. However, despite serving as a mentor for many years, the 11-time Grammy Award winner made it clear that she prefers to be a guiding influence rather than give her goddaughter advice.

"I've told her some things that I think are valuable and that she uses, but I'd rather live an example," Parton told People in 2019. "[I'd rather] be an example rather than just try to tell somebody to do this, do that because I don't think that's right."

According to the country superstar, Cyrus doesn't need any words of wisdom from anyone.

"Who am I to tell Miley what to do? Lord, I've done everything, and what I ain't done, I intend to. She's going to do that, too," Parton pointed out. "But Miley's smart; Miley knows what she's doing. I know we think she doesn't, and she might not every minute, but I still know that she's got good stuff in her."

The "9 to 5" singer further explained why she refuses to give advice to the 28-year-old: "Everybody's different. You've got your own journey. And some people are going to help you along the way and they can kick a few rocks out of the road for you, but you got to walk it."

Who Has The Higher Net Worth?

While it's clear that Cyrus followed in her godmother's footsteps -- both she and Parton are acclaimed singers, songwriters, actors, authors, and philanthropists -- the two multi-talented ladies have done things a bit differently throughout their respective careers.

After her big break in Disney's Hannah Montana, Cyrus kicked off her music career in 2007, releasing several successful solo albums, including Bangerz(2013), Younger Now (2017), and Plastic Hearts (2020). She was a coach on NBC's The Voice, she's been in Netflix's Black Mirror, and has launched a non-profit organization called the Happy Hippie Foundation.

All her hard work has definitely paid off, with Cyrus creating an estimated net worth of $160 million for herself.

Meanwhile, Parton has been in the music industry for over 50 years, releasing 41 top-10 country albums and 25 number one singles. The country legend has sold more than 100 million albums as a solo artist. She even has her own theme park called Dollywood, which has about 3 million guests each year.

As of 2021, the "Jolene" singer boasts an estimated net worth of $650 million.

Mutual Adoration

Parton may be Cyrus' "unofficial" godmother but the love she harbors for her runs deep and true.

"I've known her since she was a baby," the country star opened up about their close bond back in 2009. "Her father's a friend of mine, and when she was born, he said, 'You just have to be her godmother,' and I said, 'I accept.' We never did do a big ceremony, but I'm so proud of her, love her and she's just like one of my own."

Over the years, Parton has always shown her support for her honorary goddaughter, singing her praises in interviews.

"The kids love her because she's Hannah Montana, but what people don't realize about her is she is such a fantastic singer and songwriter," Parton gushed about Cyrus to AOL Music back in 2008. "She writes songs like she's 40 years old! She's really deep."

Meanwhile, Cyrus paid a heartwarming tribute to Parton when she was named one of TIME magazine's most influential people of the year in September.

"There's a theory that you shouldn't meet your heroes, but I wish everyone had the chance to meet Dolly Parton, because she's even better than your sparkliest dreams," the "Malibu" singer said of her "idol" and "role model." "She may be my fairy godmother, but I think she's that to everyone else too. I am happy to share her with the world."

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Deshaun Watson Suffers Another Legal Setback

Posted: 05 Nov 2021 09:53 AM PDT

A lot of people expected Deshaun Watson to be all over the news throughout the first half of the NFL season.

Nonetheless, no one expected it to be for being involved in over 20 accusations of sexual misconduct.

Watson had let the Houston Texans know about his desire to be traded. His frustration with the team grew rapidly but the franchise was still reluctant to move him, which is why most analysts expected a long stand-off that could go all the way to the trade deadline.

Dolphins Trade Fell Apart

The Miami Dolphins were reportedly trying to reach a deal to acquire his services.

They were the only team that Watson had openly agreed to waive his no-trade clause for, but the Texans eventually backpedaled.

"We never got to a point where anything was going to be realistic in terms of happening," Dolphins GM Chris Grier told ESPN. "It was still us just doing our due diligence, just talking through things. We never got to a point where anything was that close to happening."

Legal Situation Taking Longer To Resolve

The Texans reportedly drove Watson's price up as they came under the impression that a settlement with the 22 women who accused him was imminent.

And, even though he wasn't likely to play a single snap this season, they could still have a full year to try and convince him to reconsider his stance and stay put with the team.

However, a report by ESPN states that Watson and his accusers are far from reaching any sort of agreement at this point.

Settlements Broke Down Over NDAs

According to attorney Tony Buzbee, the Watson camp's push for NDAs caused the 22 women suing him to back out of the settlement:

"The attorney representing 22 women suing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson says settlement talks between the two sides broke down before the NFL's trade deadline because of language Watson's legal team insisted they include in nondisclosure agreements," read the report.

Buzbee modified the language of the proposed agreements but even after that, some of the women allegedly claimed that they'd never sign them.

What's Next For Watson?

If the women continue to pursue legal action, the earliest the cases could go to trial is in early May, with May 2, 2022, as the most likely date.

The Texans won't be able to trade Watson until the end of the season but with all those questions about him, teams could be wary of pursuing him once again.

Also, he's still expected to be disciplined by the NFL once the cases settle or the jury makes a decision, so chances are that we won't see him play until 2023 at the earliest.

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Should The New York Jets Be Concerned About Zach Wilson?

Posted: 05 Nov 2021 09:24 AM PDT

It's been a while since the New York Jets were actually competitive. But for the first time in years, they've actually been kind of fun to watch.

Don't get me wrong, by no means Robert Saleh's team is a good one, nor they will be in the foreseeable future.

But now, it seems like they could play spoilers and ruin your favorite team's plans with their grittiness and newly-found offensive spark.

Notably, that has come without quarterback Zach Wilson on the gridiron.

The Jets Backups Have Been Impressive

First, it was Mike White who came out of nowhere and completely lit up the Cincinnati Bengals for 405 passing yards and 3 touchdowns. More importantly, he led the Jets to their second win of the season.

White later threw for 91 yards and 1 touchdown before exiting Thursday's night game against the Colts with a forearm injury.

Then, Josh Johnson took over and completed 27 passes for 317 yards and 3 touchdowns with 1 interception in just three quarters of action.

Wilson Has Struggled Mightly

Zach Wilson's backups have now combined for 817 yards and 8 total touchdowns in two games, while Wilson has thrown for 1,168 yards with 4 touchdowns and 9 interceptions through 6 career starts, per Football Reference.

Obviously, it's still too early to give up on the 2nd-overall pick of the Draft, especially after what he showed during his days at BYU.

But the contrasts in the offense with and without him have to be an eyebrow-raising concern for the fans and the organization going forward.

Wilson Could Miss More Time

On top of that, Wilson could be in for a long spell on the sidelines.

The initial report on his knee injury stated that he could miss two to four weeks but knee conditions are often tricky and teams don't want to rush their franchise players back into action.

That means that we'll get to see the backups competing for a starting job for at least an extra couple of weeks, and that could only make people doubt Wilson's role with the team even further.

The Jets Need To Focus On The Draft

Truth be told, the Jets should just give up on this season. It's nice to see them compete and all but they have no business winning games at this point.

They're not likely to win many more games until the end of the season, so why rush Wilson back into action?

Even if you want to develop him if they really believe he makes them more competitive, then they should shut him down for the year.

Ironically, that would only leave the door wide open for one of his backups to take over for good.

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