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Kaley Cuoco Goes Full Ninja In Skintight Black Bodysuit

Posted: 05 Dec 2021 12:45 PM PST

Kaley Cuoco is channeling her inner ninja. The 36-year-old sitcom star, fresh from celebrating her birthday, is now in Iceland, where a photo on her Instagram stories this weekend brought a little bodysuit action.

Posting for her 7 million followers on Saturday night, The Flight Attendant star threw out her signature sense of humor alongside her killer figure, and it was a major ninja affair as Kaley barely showed her face in the all-in-one black getup. Check out the action below and more.

Ninja Alert

Kaley's snap brought in actor Griffin Matthews, this year starring on Season 2 of HBO Max thriller The Flight Attendant. The photo showed Matthews seated in a hoodie and turning around to look up at Kaley, who had snuck up behind him. The Big Bang Theory alum, all incognito, stood in a tight and black turtleneck bodysuit, one clinging to her every curve and highlighting her gym-honed body.

Kaley had also gone for a hood/hat finish, with wisps of her blonde hair covering the already limited face on show.

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The repost came from assistant Emma Ross' account. She wrote that Griffin had "spotted a ninja." She also tagged newly-single Kaley, this fall making headlines for her shock divorce announcement - it's over between Kaley and 2018-married husband Karl Cook.

Kaley has been opening up this year. Not so much on the split, where she and Karl asked for "privacy," but on her life, her career, and switching from her trademark comedy to thriller. Her Yes, Norman Productions company produces hit thriller TFA.

Cake She Doesn't Deserve

Speaking to W Magazine, the blonde revealed:

"You know, it's really wild. I've been doing this for 30 years, and I've never had a moment like that. I love being an actor."

"Simply put, I've never known another life. I've never had another job. There are so many good actors that don't get any recognition. And you work and you work and you work. Then all of a sudden, you get this little gift and this little icing on top of this really massive cake that you don't even deserve anyway," she added.

Not Abandoning Comedy

Kaley, recently announced as a guest star on Season 11 of Curb Your Enthusiasm, also mentioned peppering the serious tone of The Flight Attendant with humor.

"You can't expect an audience to watch something super dark for an hour straight. And interestingly enough, coming out during Covid and during this time, I'm glad we added that levity and that quirkiness, because it made the show stand out. You were either going to get on this flight, or not," Kaley told the media outlet.

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Gemma Chan All Legs In Thigh-Skimming Flower Minidress

Posted: 05 Dec 2021 12:41 PM PST

Gemma Chan looked like a total snack in the classiest baby pink minidress while flaunting her killer legs from a balcony earlier this year. The Eternals actress, currently front-page news amid the MCU movie's release, made it all about the fashion while in Italy back in October, posting for her 1.9 million Instagram followers and stunning in a floral accent look.

Gemma, who has been making major fashion headlines as she dons brands from Louis Vuitton to Valentino, had here gone for Kardashian-adored designer Magda Butrym.

Stuns In Floral Pink Minidress

Scroll for the photo. Gemma had posed from an enclosed and attractive outdoor balcony and amid salmon-pink stone and trellis greenery. The British star, giving a nod to a brand recently donned by supermodel Hailey Bieber, stood in her tiny pink and sleeveless minidress - the unusual number came with massive floral structuring across the front, plus a leggy finish.

Chan also donned high-heeled and pointed white stiletto shoes, plus a discreet choker necklace accessory. She posed with one hand raised up to her head. More snaps after the photo.

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Tagging herself in Rome, Italy, Gemma wrote: "From Roma," also tagging the brands she was wearing. Of course, she went high-end with Jimmy Choo footwear. Quick to reply was actress Olivia Munn, who called Gemma "the prettiest." The post also gained a like from Spice Girl Mel B.

One month after the snap and in November, Chan reappeared in Rome, this time enjoying an ice-cream cone and some mouth-watering pizza while in a cute printed set. "When in Rome.. and you have an hour off.. you run for 🍕🍦Happy Friday!" she wrote.

Secret Behind The Body

Gemma might gobble ice-cream and pizza, but the star is big-time into her fitness. She dished all to Vogue, revealing a careful and balanced routine.

"I like doing yoga. I've just started Pilates which is brutal – so brutal, deceptively so. But I do enjoy that and I have a mini morning routine. It's a blend of yoga, sun salutations, and a little bit of Pilates core work. It only takes about 10 minutes but I find that if I do that in the morning, it sets me up for the day ahead and my posture is better," she stated.

Drinking And Dancing

The Humans star, who made her real acting debut in British series Fresh Meat, even mentioned Zoom dancing dates where, yes, things could get a bit alcoholic. The 39-year-old added:

"During the first period of lockdown a group of my friends had a kind of Zoom mini… it's a stretch to call it a rave. But we'd share the music and we'd have a drink and a dance. I don't know if it really counts as proper exercise... but there you go."

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Tom Holland And Zendaya Share Why Their Height Difference Can Get Awkward

Posted: 05 Dec 2021 12:33 PM PST

Tom Holland and Zendaya revealed one of the challenges of the relationship - their height difference.

The Spider-Man co-stars were guests at The Graham Norton Show this week and they got candid about how their height difference made filming stunts both funny and challenging.

Scroll down to see why their height difference can be awkward.

Tom Holland's Height

Standing at around 5 foot 8, Tom always had a little bit of insecurity about his height. In an interview with GQ, he revealed that he actually has a trick to look taller.

"I'd do this thing on red carpets where I would stand closer to the photographers than the people behind me [to look taller]," he said. "I cannot do anything about my height. I can put on more muscle."

His height didn't stop him, however, from succeeding in his career and, of course, wooing Zendaya, who is a couple of inches taller than him.

Stunts Can Get Awkward

The cute couple chatted with Graham Norton and told an amusing story of how they had challenges in filming their stunts because Zendaya was taller.

"Because of our height difference, if we're on the same point -- we were attached -- I would land before him. My feet obviously hit the ground before he does," Zendaya said.

"And I'm the superhero. I'm supposed to look cool," Tom added. "And she would land... and my feet would swing from underneath me and then she would catch me."

Confirming Their Relationship

While there have long been rumors of a romance between the co-stars, it wasn't until July of this year that their relationship was confirmed.

Paparazzi caught the lovers kissing in their car and photos quickly went viral.

Tom wasn't too happy about being outed by the paps. "We sort of felt robbed of our privacy," he said in an interview.

"One of the downsides of our fame is that privacy isn't really in our control anymore, and a moment that you think is between two people that love each other very much is now a moment that is shared with the entire world."

Spider-Man: No Way Home

Despite their height difference and privacy challenges, the Tomdaya ship is going strong.

While they try to keep their relationship low-key, they can't help but gush about each other in interviews.

"She is so good at being the role model for young guys and girls," Tom said. "Having her in my life was so instrumental to my sanity."

Spider-Man: No Way Home will be in theaters on December 17. See the latest trailer below:

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Salma Hayek Dazzles Braless In Barbie-Pink Dress

Posted: 05 Dec 2021 12:25 PM PST

Salma Hayek looked flawless and like a total treat while glamming up in a blush-pink dress for Vogue India earlier this year. The 55-year-old MCU star is currently front-page news amid the release of new movie House of Gucci, but it was a different movie the Mexican was promoting back in August as she updated her Instagram.

2021 has also brought The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard co-starring Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L. Jackson. See the stunning Vogue snaps and more on Salma below.

Pretty In Pink

Scroll for the photos. Hayek, this year seeing the magazines waiting in line to profile her, posted with her glamorous cover alongside the shoot accompanying her profile. The Frida star's first photo showed her shot against a pink backdrop and matching it via a ruched and waist-flaunting dress boasting a one-shouldered and braless finish.

All catwing eyeliner, Salma posed confidently with one hand on her hip, also driving fans to swipe for more photos. The cover introduced Hayek as a "superhero, superstar, super woman."

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The mom of one, this year attending premieres with 14-year-old daughter Valentina, reappeared in a pink glitter pantsuit in a subsequent snap, also going barefoot in a loose patterned dress. Taking to her caption, Salma wrote:

"I'm so exited to be on the cover of @vogueindia! The issue will will be on newsstands August 7. You can also see my film @hitmansbodyguard in the theaters in India starting this Friday, August 6 and on VOD starting September 3. Love India 🇮🇳❤️ Thank you!!! #greatful" Swipe for the pics below, scroll for more.

Opening Up On Ambition

The feature brought Hayek speaking of her secret COVID battle, The Eternals, plus her career overall.

"I didn't want to be just a soap star. And it comes with a lot of perks, being a star," she told the outlet. "I sacrificed [the perks of stardom] to have the dream. Even if I didn't make big movies, it was important to me to be a part of something that I loved, which is the movies, even if it was on a smaller scale."

On Latin Hate

Hayek, who has, on multiple occasions, outlined the anti-Hispanic hate she's experienced in Hollywood, continued:

"The reason I didn't get a lot of parts is that I was Latina, but I know there are 60 million Latinas [in the US] so I understood they were missing out on a huge market. I thought it was very narrow-minded, but eventually, somebody's going to do the math. It took a while, but they got there."

Salma's post gained over 600,000 likes, including one from sitcom star Jennifer Aniston.

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Plumber Finds Cash In Walls Of Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church

Posted: 05 Dec 2021 12:13 PM PST

A plumber doing repair work at pastor and televangelist Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas found hundreds of envelopes of cash hidden in a wall.

The Houston Police Department was contacted to investigate the discovery, and soon confirmed that it is connected to the 2014 theft of funds from the church.

In 2014, about $600,000 -- $200,000 of which was in cash -- was taken from a church safe. The money, which also included $400,000 in checks, came from contributions given on March 8 and 9 that year.

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"Church members stated that during a renovation project, a large amount of money -- including cash, checks and money orders -- was found inside a wall," the Houston Police Department said in a statement supplied to CNN.

The church also confirmed the discovery in a statement, but couldn't provide additional details because the investigation is still ongoing.

"Recently, while repair work was being done at Lakewood Church, an undisclosed amount of cash and checks were found. Lakewood immediately notified the Houston Police Department and is assisting them with their investigation."

Plumber Reveals Discovery

The plumber himself revealed the discovery on Thursday, when he called into The Morning Bullpen with George Mo and Erik radio show.

"There was a loose toilet in the wall, and we removed the tile," the plumber, who identified himself as Justin, said.

"We went to go remove the toilet, and I moved some insulation away and about 500 envelopes fell out of the wall," he added, as reported by The New York Times.

The hosts were shocked and initially didn't believe the man. But after talking to him off air, they realized he was telling the truth.

Shocking News

One of the hosts, George Lindsey, told The New York Times that this "was the most unique and incredible phone call I have had in my 25-plus year radio career -- without a doubt."

"I wish we had video of all of our faces as he was telling the story because it was like: Are you kidding me?" he continued, noting that the 2014 theft was "big news" in the Houston area.

Lindsey added that the plumber joked about needing "some compensation." When asked why he reported the discovery to the authorities instead of taking the money, he said "I'm an honest man."

Reward

Crimestoppers of Houston had offered a $20,000 reward in 2014 for information leading to an arrest in the case, but the statue of limitation in this case has expired, so the award is no longer available.

According to Lindsey, the plumber did not receive an award for his discovery. In fact, he did not even get a thank you from the church or the police department.

"Nobody said thank you. Nobody has said a word to this guy. He has solved a case that has been on the books for seven years," the radio host explained.

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Ethan Crumbley: School Responds To Accusations It Ignored Warning Signs

Posted: 05 Dec 2021 12:08 PM PST

Ethan Crumbley opened fire inside Michigan's Oxford High School on Tuesday, killing four fellow students and injuring seven.

Ethan has been charged as an adult with murder, terrorism, assault and weapons possession, and authorities believe the attack was premediated. His parents, James and Jennifer Crumbley, have both been charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter.

As authorities seek to hold James and Jennifer accountable, many are wondering if Ethan's high school also dropped the ball and missed warning signs.

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Red Flags

Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald said at a press conference Friday that teachers and school officials were disturbed by Ethan's behavior.

McDonald said that days before the shooting a teacher saw Ethan searching ammunition on his cellphone and notified school officials. The parents were contacted, but never responded.

On the day of the shooting, a teacher saw a note on Ethan's desk that contained disturbing drawings and statements such as "the thoughts won't stop, help me."

James and Jennifer were called to school and told to get their son into counseling, but they left without him.

School Responds

Oxford Community Schools Superintendent Tim Throne issued a letter responding to accusations that Ethan's high school could have done more to prevent the mass shooting.

Thorne said Ethan was sent to class when his parents refused to take him home because he "had no prior disciplinary infractions."

"Given the fact that the child had no prior disciplinary infractions, the decision was made [that] he would be returned to the classroom rather than sent home to an empty house," Thorne wrote, as reported by The Daily Beast.

"These incidents remained at the guidance counselor level and were never elevated to the principal or assistant principal's office," he added.

Disturbing Drawings

When asked about the disturbing and violent drawings, Ethan said they were part of a video game he was creating. The school apparently accepted this explanation after an interview with the teen and both of his parents.

"While both of his parents were present, counselors asked specific probing questions regarding the potential for self-harm or harm to others. His answers, which were affirmed by his parents during the interview, led counselors to again conclude he did not intend on committing either self-harm or harm to others," Thorne wrote.

School Blames Parents

In his letter, Thorne appeared to place the blame on James and Jennifer, writing that they "never advised the school district that he had direct access to a firearm."

Thorne stressed that Ethan's parents "flatly refused" to take their son home, despite school officials repeatedly asking them to do so.

"While we understand this decision has caused anger, confusion and prompted understandable questioning, the counselors made a judgment based on their professional training and clinical experience and did not have all the facts we now know," he concluded.

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Crumbley Lawyer Accuses Prosecutors Of Creating Media 'Spectacle'

Posted: 05 Dec 2021 12:05 PM PST

Ethan Crumbley opened fire inside Michigan's Oxford High School on Tuesday, shooting eleven people.

Three of Ethan's fellow students were killed in the mass shooting, while a fourth one succumbed to his injuries less than 24 hours later.

Crumbley has been hit with terrorism, murder, assault and weapons possession charges. His parents James and Jennifer, meanwhile, have been charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter.

But one of James and Jennifer's attorneys, Mariell Lehman, had a lot to say about how the prosecutors handled the case.

Gun

The gun Ethan used in the shooting belonged to his father James, and was purchased on Black Friday in a local firearms store.

According to prosecutors, the 9mm Sig Sauer pistol was not kept in a safe place, so Ethan was able to get his hand on it easily, and even bragged about doing so on social media.

But Lehman disputed these assertions on Saturday during James and Jennifer's arraignment.

"That gun was actually locked, so when the prosecution is stating that this child had free access to a gun, that is... absolutely not true," Lehman said, as reported by Fox News.

Media 'Spectacle'

James and Jennifer's arraignment was originally supposed to take place on Friday, but the couple never showed up. In response, authorities issued a "be on the lookout" (BOLO) alert and eventually located them in a commercial building in Detroit.

According to Lehman, James and Jennifer were not trying to flee.

"Unlike the prosecution, we weren't attempting to make this a media... spectacle," Lehman said, stating that "this case is absolutely the saddest, most tragic, worst case imaginable."

"But our clients were absolutely going to turn themselves in. It was just a matter of logistics, and all the prosecution had to do was communicate with me about it," she added.

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Lehman stressed that her clients wanted to turned themselves in, and even tried to contact the prosecutor's office multiple times on Friday.

"The prosecutor's office, instead of getting back to us in any way, decided to have a press conference, and as Miss McDonald admitted, tried to find a way to... surprise our clients and catch them off guard when it was so unnecessary," Lehman said, referring to Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald.

"They were scared. They were terrified. They were not at home. They were figuring out what to do. Getting finances in order," the lawyer added.

James And Jennifer Crumbley

As The Daily Beast reported, James and Jennifer -- who pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter charges -- appeared emotional throughout their arraignment.

Jennifer cried and struggled to speak, while James smiled and even laughed at one point when McDonald suggested that the couple refused to turn themselves in.

Several people close to the couple have already talked to the press. James' ex Michelle Cobb described him as a "piece of sh*t," and called Jennifer a "monster."

"She could do no wrong and she was right about everything. I mean, this is exactly the kind of attitude she has," Cobb, who has a son with James, said in an interview.

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Andre Drummond's Comments On Sixers Fans Won't Please Ben Simmons

Posted: 05 Dec 2021 11:58 AM PST

Watching players wanting to force their way out of their team has become common in today's NBA.

But even in an era where player empowerment has taken a step forward, we have never seen a saga like the one Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers are starring.

The team is fining Simmons for every game he misses, yet he refuses to take the floor, becoming the fan's no. 1 enemy.

Sixers fans are passionate and ruthless and will let you know how much they love you or hate you night in and night out. If not, just ask Andre Drummond.

Drummond Says Sixers Fans Are Unique And Tough

Drummond, who backed up Joel Embiid while he was out with COVID-19, recently talked about the fans and how fierce they can be, for better or worse:

"I love being here man. It's definitely a very, very fun city," Drummond told Ky Carlin of Sixers Wire. "The crowd is a very unique crowd. When you're playing at home here in Philly, it makes you want to like beat the [expletive] out of teams because if God forbid you have a bad night here, they will let you know you're having a bad night!"

Sixers Fans Want To See Effort, Says Drummond

Drummond is averaging 6.6 points and 10.7 rebounds per game this season and has been embraced by the very same fans who used to boo him.

Then again, he's used to that from his days playing in front of one of another incredibly tough fanbase in Detroit. According to the big man, that only motivates him to play harder:

"The fans here are [expletive] crazy, man. It makes you want to play that much more hard just because you know what will happen if you don't," Drummond added. "Like I was telling my mom that [expletive] the other day I was like 'Mom! It's [expletive] nuts here'. She was like 'How're the fans here?' I'm like 'Yo, like it was nothing like you've ever experienced in Detroit'. Like, God forbid you have a [expletive] game here, they're gonna let you know it. Like every time I go, I try to do something good. I gotta do something good. Like something good has to happen while I'm on the floor."

That's not precisely what Simmons seems to think.

Will They Forgive Ben Simmons?

Philadelphia fans have a bold reputation all over the world. They will ride or die with you, which could be one of the reasons why Simmons has been so adamant to come back to the court.

Even news anchors have taken shots at Simmons throughout this saga, so we can't blame him for not wanting to show his face on the city.

Then again, the fans will always want what's best for the team, so there's no reason to think they wouldn't embrace him with open arms if he puts in some hard work.

What's Next For Ben Simmons?

The truth is no one knows what's going to happen with Ben.

He's reportedly working on his mental health and was spotted at the Wells Fargo Center before the game vs. the Timberwolves.

However, he and his camp seem determined to find a new home away from the City of Brotherly Love, but that will be easier said than done.

Daryl Morey just won't cave into his demands and let him go at a discount. So, unless a team is going to meet his steep price, Simmons is likely going to be back with the Sixers at some point in the season.

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Alexandra Daddario Engaged To Andrew Form, The 'Formidable Love Of Her Life'

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 04:17 PM PST

Ding! Dong! Hear the wedding bells toll for White Lotus actress Alexandra Daddario and her boyfriend (now fiancé) Andrew Form. E! broke the news on Dec. 2, after confirmation from her team. Though Daddario, 35, just announced the engagement, it appears she's been off the market for a bit longer.

A close up of her pictures at the just concluded Elle's Women Hollywood event on Oct. 19 shows the Baywatch star wearing the beautiful engagement ring. You can read the sweet love letter below.

"I Love You… Even That Is An Understatement."

The couple first went Instagram official six months ago when Daddario shared a black and white picture of her kissing the 52-year-old producer. She captioned the post, "I love you… even that is an understatement."

Two months later, the pair made their Red Carpet debut at The White Lotus premiere. Later, Alex shared another post saying, "the only things I want touching my body are @dolcegabbana and Andrew Form." The Why Women Kill alum is not shy about her relationship with the Purge director.

The Most Romantic Tribute

Single people gather here for "awwn" moments. Alexandra shared news of her engagement with her 20.9 million followers on Instagram in a lengthy romantic tribute. You may want to get your tissues handy for this one.

Daddario starts by calling Form "the absolutely most wonderful man." She further states, "you handle loss, life, difficulty, people, with grace and compassion. You're a loving father, funny hardworking, honest, introspective, sexy, kind, and sensitive…."

Love Like A Love Song

Alexandra mentions that being with Form is like teenagers in love. She alludes to moments of chastisement from flight attendants because they were canoodling like kids in love.

"I love how we have been chastised and separated by flight attendants on multiple international flights because we are like teenagers." She continues, "Why does it feel so different? This is the love they talk about in poems and Ed Sheeran songs. Andrew you're the greatest, most formidable love of my life."

Suffice it to say their love is "Perfect" like Ed Sheeran's song.

An Encompassing Love

Daddario says Form makes her feel safe and secure. "You've taken the worst moments of my life and soothed them, just knowing that you existed when they happened makes my heart fuller and more pieced together."

Though this is Form's second marriage after his 13-years union with Fast and Furious actress Jordana Brewster, there's no doubt he's all-in. Daddario ends her love tribute by saying, "I couldn't be luckier!" See the gorgeous diamond ring from different angles on E! online.

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Gigi Hadid Feeds Tiny Waist With Massive Pasta Dish

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 03:56 PM PST

Gigi Hadid is proving that supermodels absolutely do eat - and carbs, too. The 26-year-old catwalk continues to make headlines amid her sudden split from baby daddy Zayn Malik - the former One Direction singer has been defending himself amid allegations he physically assaulted Gigi's mother Yolanda Hadid.

Gigi, for whom the show must go on, has been busy on Instagram, posting both promotional content for the various brands she fronts and sharing a few photo dumps. Her latest one came with massive pasta action at the end.

Showing Off Her Pasta Gains

Scroll for the post. It came as a large gallery and included runway moments from 2021. The Versace face opened with catwalk footage of herself in a white zip minidress and flat sandals as she modeled for Tods.

Also shared were photos from Fashion Week as the mom of one paraded her famous pins for Alberta Ferretti and Max Mara - Gigi's runway moments did, however, come with a reminder of how she feeds herself amid a hectic schedule. See it below.

Keep Scrolling For The Pasta

The post, which has now topped 4 million likes and also included street and masked shots of the sister to Bella Hadid, closed with a foodie and high-end gourmet moment. Here, Gigi showed a plateful of green pesto pasta with fresh cheese being grated onto it - the restaurant setup also included a fellow diner's gnocchi plate. A bottled Coca-Cola beverage was also seen, although fans didn't see Gigi herself tucking into her dinner.

Keep scrolling for more photos after the gallery, where you can swipe for the pasta.

Ice-Cream And Pie

Gigi, who has eaten burgers on live TV, is an open book when it comes to food. Speaking to Harper's Bazaar, the former Victoria's Secret Angel revealed:

"There used to be an Emack & Bolio's on Houston Street, which is my favorite ice-cream place — I love the Grasshopper Pie — and I would walk past it on my way to the gym every day, but one day it was closed and I almost cried. Now I'll just Postmate pints of it to my apartment."

'Eat Clean To Stay Fit'

The Tommy Hilfiger face and fitness queen did, however, mention salads as she outlined a balanced approach, also stating:

"My personal motto is 'Eat clean to stay fit, have a burger to stay sane,' so if I'm in the mood I'll go to JG Melon in the West Village. Again, I love the Smile. They have a little arugula salad that I could eat every day."

Since the pasta post, Gigi has updated with a rare shot of daughter Khai, welcomed this year and shared with ex Zayn.

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Kaia Gerber On Education & Being A Role Model

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 01:57 PM PST

Among Kaia Gerber's many passions, books are a top priority. Already one of the world's most successful models at just 20-years-old, the Calvin Klein face, who recently broke into acting with a role in Ryan Murphy's wildly popular series American Horror Story, is also an avid reader.

Daughter of legendary supermodel Cindy Crawford, Kaia would often "bring books backstage to shows," admitting in a recent interview that "some people would act surprised, which I always found interesting."

Delving deeper into her intellectual pursuits, the June/July Vogue cover star shared how she's furthered her education during the pandemic and used her social media platform to get people into literature.

With 7.2 million followers on Instagram and deeply aware of the responsibility that comes with so much visibility, Kaia, who's never been fond of the term "influencer," also opened up about how she feels being regarded as a role model.

Here's what she had to say.

Dreaming About College

Starting work in her early teens, the catwalk sensation -- who booked her first gig at age of 10 with Versace's junior line, Young Versace, and was already shooting for Italian Vogue with Steven Meisel at 13 -- has always been conscientious about her studies. Traveling around the world for modeling gigs as a young teen, Kaia remained focused on school, switching to an online course load at Malibu High once after her career kicked into high gear.

"I was one of those kids in preschool who thought they'd go to Columbia one day," Kaia shared in her Vogue cover story.

While she's still dreaming about college, the model -- who a few years back said she'd love to major in psychology -- knows it's never too late.

"I can always go," she said. "I have no problem with being a 50-year-old in college."

Book Club

Meanwhile, Kaia is using her love for reading to soak up knowledge and further her education. The model even started her own online book club during the pandemic, inviting fellow bookworms to join in on literary discussions over on Instagram Live.

Prepared with gripping titles by authors ranging from Lena Dunham to Jonah Freud, she's also brought in interesting guests, including writer Jia Tolentino, novelist Raven Leilani, and Normal People actor Daisy Edgar-Jones. What started out as a hobby has since led Kaia to be identified by the New York Times as part of a wave of "fresh-faced mega-influencers using Instagram to share literary life with millions of eyeballs," notes Vogue.

Learning About Politics

The Los Angeles native, who moved to New York after high school and quickly became familiar with all the bookstores -- McNally Jackson Books is her "home away from home," she gushed on Instagram in March -- has recently begun educating herself about contemporary politics.

"In the past, I stayed away from getting political because I didn't want to speak about things I wasn't knowledgeable about. But this year, I really had an opportunity to learn," said Kaia, who attended Black Lives Matter protests last summer and has featured books such as Jeremy O. Harris's Slave Play and Ta-Nehisi Coates's Between the World and Me on her book club.

Role Model

As for her role model status with many young girls who admire her and want to be like her, Kaia takes it very seriously while also striving to be authentically herself.

"I want moms to be happy that their daughters look up to me, but being a real role model means also being a real human," said the supermodel, who's not interested in seeming perfect.

Her stance hasn't changed much since a 2017 interview with Teen Vogue when a not-yet-16 Kaia was telling the magazine: "My parents have always taught me to be myself and to follow my instincts."

The then-teenager, whose own role model at the time was Karlie Kloss -- "She's broken all the rules of what a model should be and uses her platform to benefit others," raved Kaia -- expressed her very mature views on the topic, which still echo in her latest interview.

"It is so key to me to be a good role model for young girls and someone their mom would want them to look up to," she told Teen Vogue. "I now reach so many people, and it's hard for them to know what is real. I don't take any platform I have lightly. It's so important to send a good message."

Her Efforts Are Seen

Talking to Vogue, designer Stella McCartney, who's the daughter of Beatles' Sir Paul McCartney and has worked closely with Kaia, spoke admiringly about the model's constant drive for self-improvement.

"Kaia wants to better herself through reading and through being part of a community. And she wraps all of those responsibilities up in a way that still makes young girls want to be like her," she said. "I think the thing about Kaia is she understands her privilege, the access to influence through her platforms, and her voice as a young woman. She doesn't shy away from that responsibility, but embraces it."

Likewise, Harris, who's become friends with Kaia, sang her praises to Vogue.

"When I met her, I saw someone so curious and excited about learning, about not always looking like the smartest person in the room, about complicating her understanding of her own socioeconomic and racial positioning," he said. "She's decided to be an autodidact in public, and it's really admirable because when you do that, you risk potential failure."

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Ghislaine Maxwell Trial: Pilot Confirms Trump, Clinton Flew On Lolita Express

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 01:44 PM PST

American financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein allegedly killed himself in 2019 while being held at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York City.

At the time, Epstein faced charges for sex trafficking of minors, but his death led to charges being dropped, spurring widespread public outrage.

However, in 2020, U.S. authorities zeroed in on Epstein's long-time associate Ghislaine Maxwell, charging her with the crimes of enticement of minors and sex trafficking of underage girls.

With Maxwell's trial ongoing in Manhattan, here's the latest update.

Lolita Express Pilot

Lawrence Paul Visoski Jr, a pilot who flew Epstein's infamous Lolita Express -- a Boeing 727 -- for nearly 30 years, testified at Maxwell's trial this week.

As Newsweek reported, Viskoski explained that he piloted Epstein's planes for roughly 1,000 trips between 1991 and 2019.

Viskoski said that he never personally saw any sexual activity on Lolita Express, but he talked about the plane's passengers.

In fact, the pilot named around a dozen high-profile figures, including former presidents, Hollywood stars, musicians, politicians, and members of the British royal family.

Who Flew On Lolita Express?

Here's who flew on Epstein's Lolita Express, according to Viskoski: former President Donald Trump, former President Bill Clinton, actor Kevin Spacey, comedian Chris Tucker, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, member of the British royal family Prince Andrew, lawyer Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Violinist Itzhak Perlman, former Sen. John Glenn, and former Senate majority leader George Mitchell.

Viskoski also said that he often flew Epstein's famous and influential guests to the financier's private Caribbean island, Little St. James, where sexual abuse of minors allegedly occurred.

"It was a regular destination," he told the court.

Trump's Relationship With Epstein

Trump and Epstein were seen and photographed together on numerous occasions -- the former president reportedly even had the convicted sex offender fly on his private jet.

Trump also knew Maxwell, and when news broke that she is being prosecuted, he wished her well.

"I've met her numerous times over the years, especially since I lived in Palm Beach and I guess they lived in Palm Beach. But I wish her well, whatever it is. I don't know the situation with Prince Andrew, I just don't know. Not aware of it," Trump said at the time.

Clinton's Relationship With Epstein

Clinton and Epstein were also seen together many times over the years, and several photographs of the two men have circulated on the world wide web for years.

According to a report from The Daily Mail, Epstein visited the Clinton White House at least 17 times during the Democrat's first term, between 1993 and 1995.

Visitor logs obtained by the paper show that Epstein was invited to the White House by Clinton's closest aides and advisers.

Despite apparently flying on the Lolita Express, Clinton maintains that he knew "nothing about the terrible crimes" Epstein was involved in.

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January Jones' Naughty Picture Lands Her In Time Out

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 01:38 PM PST

January Jones in real life isn't a far cry from her Mad Men character Betty Draper. She's as daring and confident in her fashion style. In fact, her most recent audacious action led her to time out.

The X Men: First Class alum informed her 1.1 million Instagram followers of this development. In a post wearing a neon orange high-neck tee, black pants, and shoes, she captions, "In time out but tryna look like I shouldn't be." Keep reading to see what led to time-out.

Santa's Little Helper

It was only a few days ago that Jones, dressed in elf colors. She wore a button-up turquoise cardigan leaving the top unbuttoned, with a green biker short and orange block heel sandals.

The Mad Men actress fancies herself the "Hottest Hostess with the best candy, and prettiest marble in the kitchen." The award-winning actress hosted a mini get-together for some of her friends. We know supermodel Chrissy Teigen through the comment section attended with her children. The model commends Jones' parenting skill appreciating the well-mannered behavior of her 10-year-old son Xander.

Cute Throwbacks

It's good to know January hasn't changed since childhood. In a series of throwback pictures featuring the Jones' sisters – Jacey and Jina – we can see a cheerful January, and she's spotting the same blond bob cut with bangs.

January zooms in her face in the following two slides to give you a full look in case you missed it. The message is loud and clear even without a caption – I've been cute all my life!

Naughty or Nice?

'Tis the season to answer the year-long question – have you been naughty or nice? Well, January leans towards the spicy side in her naughty get-up. Since you've waited this long, you deserve the full gist. A mirror selfie landed January Jones in time-out.

The American Wedding actress snapped with her neon orange tee, only this time, she ditched her pants for underwear. She's serving face and a hint of leg action in her black briefs. Maybe she deserved the time-out for teasing us.

So, what do you think, is Jan on the Naughty or Nice list?

How Does January Jones Stay Glowing?

A recurrent theme in Jones' Instagram pictures is her undeniable skin glow. She radiates perfection at 43, and we want to know the secret. Luckily, the actress cares enough to share some tit-bits with her fans.

You can read all about the skincare products January Jones swears by, including her morning to night routine. We expect more holiday shenanigans as Christmas draws near. Until then, here's what January's been doing so far.

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Selena Gomez Delivers A Classy Clapback To A Nosy Fan

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 01:27 PM PST

Drama always seems to find Selena Gomez even when she's lying low. This time, it takes the form of a nosy troll disguised as a fan, but the Grammy nominee said, not today. In her usual goofy manner, Selena posted a duet with Dr. Dawn Bantell's viral TikTok video about drinking alcohol. The actress and musician makes funny faces in reaction to Dr. Dawn's claims in the post. The good doctor talks about the CDC's definition of heavy drinking for women (8 or more drinks per week) and men (15 or more drinks per week.)

What's The Big Deal?

Let's double back a bit for a background on this situation. If you didn't know, Selena has an autoimmune condition called Lupus. She got her first diagnosis in 2014 and quietly battled with the health issue.

By 2017, the Lupus escalated and affected her Kidney, causing her to need a transplant. Though the then 25-year-old entertainer said she didn't want to ask anyone for such a huge favor, she got help. Her friend Francia Raisa (Grown-ish) pictured above offered help since she was a donor match. The sacrifice saved Gomez's life, giving her a second chance.

It’s A Joke

Selena, who adds "It's a joke," as a caption to her duet, seemingly disagrees with Dr. Dawn. One troll disapproves while fans comment on her goofiness, lauding her sense of humor. She says, "So one of your friends gives you her Kidney and you continue to drink excessively. Damn Selena."

Like the queen she is, Selena claps back with, "It was a joke ass." She may not have needed to because her 34 million TikTok Selenators swarmed in defending her. They agreed the "Lose You To Love Me" singer was kidding, and the troll would've known if they weren't quick to judge. The troll has since deleted the comment, consequently erasing Gomez's clap back.

Watch the conversation-causing video below.

Gomez Doesn’t Even Drink (Except On Occasion)

Selena set the record straight on her drinking habits. The artist doesn't drink alcohol, even around friends. She says she'd often opt-out and choose an alternative.

True Selenators would've known that piece of information, further proving the commenter was a troll in disguise. Even if Selena did drink alcohol, experts say it wouldn't affect her Kidney, as the troll implied, and excess alcohol consumption affects the liver instead.

Moving On

With the amount of drama Selena has endured in her career, she's mastered the art of moving on. In a recent Instagram post, she celebrates her first-ever Grammy nomination for her Latin album Revelación. Also, her new Hulu series Only Murders In The Building renews for a second season.

With so much to be thankful for, trolls are the last thing on Selena Gomez's mind. The actress is instead focused on her mental health advocacy.

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Kaia Gerber Arches Back In Stretchy Mesh Underwear

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 01:20 PM PST

Kaia Gerber caught mega likes while arching her back in stretchy and black Calvin Klein underwear earlier this year. The 20-year-old model and daughter to Cindy Crawford has been making headlines for upping her brand profile - alongside fronting Marc Jacobs' Daisy fragrance, the Celine face is also repping American fashion giant Calvin Klein.

Kaia updated her Instagram back in March while stripped down to sporty undies for CK, with a #mycalvins seeing her join other CK faces including Justin Bieber and Kendall Jenner.

In My Calvins

Scroll for the photos. Kaia snagged over 450,000 likes for a series of three photos. All showed the ex to Pete Davidson posing in apparel from Calvin Klein - the opening shot showed Kaia arching her back and flaunting her super-toned frame while against a neutral accent wall. Here, the brunette wore a black bralette with matching briefs, with a little sheer meshing on the lowers upping the ante.

Fans saw Kaia's flat stomach and peachy rear, with the star also highlighting her miniature shoulder tattoo.

See The Photos Below

Kaia, whose pandemic headlines have also included her brief pink hair stint and launching a popular Instagram book club, reappeared in a white triangle bralette and cream jeans with a swipe right - here, the willowy-limbed beauty posed with both arms above her head and a messy-haired finish. The final photo showed Kaia topless, hugging her knees, and wearing only pants.

"#MYCALVINS," Kaia wrote in her caption, also tagging Calvin Klein and her photographer. Swipe below for all three photos, scroll for more.

A 'Normal' Pandemic

While street outings from Kaia have increased as lock-down eases - the star recently split from boyfriend Jacob Elordi - some aspects of her life have been very non-supermodel over COVID.

"I think I'm in the same boat as everyone— I'm living in sweatpants and workout clothes," she told Elle. "I think we all feel very connected because we're all going through this together. The world feels less pressure to get dressed in the morning, which I think is a good thing. Being able to feel confident in sweatpants is one of the greatest gifts."

Kicked Off Instagram Book CLub

Joining the likes of book club hosts Reese Witherspoon and Oprah Winfrey, Kaia upped her BC game last year. She continued:

"I think everyone should have a book club. That's why we're doing Slave Play this month because it ties back into culture. There are so many things happening in the world right now and for me to focus on these issues and to be able to discuss them in-depth [through literature] is a nice break."

For more from Kaia, check out her Instagram.

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Georgia Boy Accidentally Kills Sister With Ghost Gun

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 01:17 PM PST

Pretty much anyone with internet access and a bit of creativity can can make a homemade firearm. Also known as ghost guns, these weapons are usually made with parts sold online and do not have serial numbers, which makes them untraceable.

The parts are so easily accessible that a 13-year-old boy from Douglasville -- which is about 20 miles west of Atlanta, Georgia -- was able to build and sell guns from his home.

But this resulted in a tragic accident, with the boy accidentally shooting his sister to death. Read more below.

Attempted Robbery

On Saturday, as Douglas County Sheriff Tim Pounds explained, two individuals arrived at the boy's home to purchase one of his ghost guns.

But they refused to pay, according to The New York Post. The boy then opened fire -- with one of his ghost guns -- to prevent the theft.

However, he accidentally shot his sister, who has been identified as 14-year-old Kyra Scott.

The boy has admitted to the shooting and was charged with felony murder. One of the two buyers has been arrested and charged with robbery and felony murder.

Kyra Scott

After realizing Kyra was shot, people at the home tried to take her to a hospital. They stopped at a gas station, where they were met by medical and police personnel.

The 14-year-old was then transferred to a nearby hospital, but unfortunately succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead.

"It's so sad … because the mother's losing two kids at one time. [The boy was] selling those weapons on the streets of Douglas County, Carroll County, Atlanta -- everywhere," Pounds said, noting that police are still searching for the second would-be buyer.

'We Must Do Better'

District Attorney Dalia Racine said in a statement that "this loss is absolutely senseless, and many are grappling to understand how this could happen."

"Kyra Scott, by all accounts, was a beautiful and kind soul, and nothing that is done in this case will bring her back. The cost of losing our children is simply too high of a price to pay, and we must do better. And we as a community are going to do better."

Racine added that her department will review the sheriff's investigation once it's completed.

Ghost Guns

As CNN reported, the use of ghost guns has been on the rise in cities across the nation.

According to criminal defense lawyer Page Pate, ghost guns are widely accessible due to legal loopholes.

"Under federal law the part for a firearm is not a firearm, and federal law only regulates firearms," Page explained, adding that "a lot of parents would be surprised to learn that their kids can go online and buy the parts to a gun they can then make themselves."

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Dakota Johnson Stuns In Only A Fluffy Gucci Coat

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 01:11 PM PST

Dakota Johnson looked like pure fire while in a $9,000 Gucci coat, high heels, and nothing else as she posed for Town & Country recently. The 32-year-old actress continues to make headlines for new movie The Lost Daughter, although it wasn't just career talk as the Texan slipped into a series of super-classy looks for her magazine shoot.

Dakota, who has been making headlines for rocking Italian label Gucci throughout fall 2021, also donned Carolina Herrera and Jason Wu in the photos. See the looks below.

Stuns In $9,000 Gucci Coat

Scroll for the photos, ones bringing the 50 Shades of Grey star in a colorful series of outfits - while her Jason Wu dress retails for $5,995, it was even pricier as the star rocked a monochrome, super-shaggy, and likely faux fur coat costing 9k from Gucci.

The photo showed the Maude partner standing by a green backdrop, slightly bending one knee, and flaunting her toned legs while flashing major thigh in the fluffy and off-the-shoulder number. Black high heels and earrings were the only accessories.

See The Photo Below

The pic, posted to Town and Country's Instagram, came with a caption shouting out the actress. The magazine wrote:

"It's Dakota Johnson's party—and this month, we're all invited. Introducing T&C's December/January issue, starring the devastatingly stylish, unflappably cool @dakotajohnson. The actress is looking ahead to the premiere of her latest film, The Lost Daughter."

Anyone eyeing up the outfit might want to know that the shoes (also Gucci) cost an eye-watering $1,300. The Sidney Garber earrings will set you back $125,000. More after the snap.

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Also shared to the magazine's social media was a photo of Johnson in a $7,500 Gucci bustier, plus - seen below - a multicolor and spot-print Christopher Rogers dress.

"@dakotajohnson is an actress whose body was used to sell an R-rated franchise that earned more than $1 billion, and her latest film, The Lost Daughter, offered a chance to unpack some of that objectification," the caption to this photo read. Fans have, however, been seen Dakota in pretty regular clothing this year as she grabs groceries at Erewhon Market in L.A.

Directing First Feature

Interestingly, no details were given as Dakota teased directing her very first feature.

"We talked about someone else directing, but then I was dreaming about it, having ideas all the time. It's in my bones, this story. I'm like, 'Is this too soon?' But it's happening. I'm gonna do it," she was quoted as saying - but the intro to that merely informed fans that "the project hasn't been announced yet, and she's wary of even talking about it."

For more updates, check out Dakota's Instagram.

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Kendall Jenner Sunbathes In Bikini Bottoms For Cash

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 01:01 PM PST

Kendall Jenner isn't sunbathing for free. The 26-year-old supermodel, who made 2019 headlines for topping Instagram's list of highest-paid influencers, was back to raking in the cash ahead of the weekend, with content on her IG bringing in popular eyewear brand RayBan, plus a little bikini action.

Last month, Kendall made the news for celebrating hitting 200 million Instagram followers. Now, the E! star is leveraging that fanbase for even more $$$ - of course, the following figure has risen since. Check it out below.

Another #Ad Win

Scroll for the post, one bringing Kendall in via video mode and showing off the luxury perks of her California mansion. The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star had filmed herself in selfie mode while rocking a pair of RayBan Stories shades - she quickly told her followers that seeing life through the Stories lens was pretty surreal.

While the opening shot merely brought Kendall rocking the eyewear while in a tank top, it all turned to sunbathing in the third slide.

See The Video Below

Kendall was then seen delivering a bit of a hot dogs or legs situation as she lounged around her outdoor terrace bare-legged and in bikini bottoms, also enjoying an herbal tea.

"Love my #RayBanStories 😎 Swipe to see life through my eyes. @rayban @facebook #ad," the caption read. Quick to comment was "Food God" and BFF to sister Kim Kardashian, Jonathan Cheban, who wrote: "Actually looks kinda 🔥…calls too?"

Swipe below for all three slides - just scroll for more.

What's She Earning?

In 2019, Kendall raked in $15.9 million - from Instagram ads alone. Pay on the platform correlates with following, something Kendall definitely has on her side. Experts at Vox have broken down the potential pay, stating:

"Influencers with up to 1 million followers can get $10,000 [per post], depending on the platform, and 1 million followers and up, you're getting into territory where they can charge $100,000. Some can even get $250,000 for a post! Especially if the content is on Youtube and the influencer is in the gaming industry."

Plenty More Brands

Kendall, who comes with a Victoria's Secret Angel past and has fronted brands from Adidas to Burberry, continues to snag the deals. This year sees her as an ambassador for sportswear brand Alo Yoga, plus luxury Italian label Versace. The sister to Kylie Jenner also continues to shout out oral care brand Moon, plus trendy French designer Jacquemus.

Kendall's latest promo brings her right on the beach and for a big happy stretch, this as she reps Alo Yoga - "Winter on the beach ☕️ @alo #aloyogapartner," she wrote yesterday.

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Tour Zendaya's $4 Million Ranch-Style Encino Home

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 10:50 AM PST

Having bought her $1.4 million starter home around the same time her first Spiderman movie came out, Zendaya, then 20-years-old, has since upgraded to a magnificent manor fit for a Disney princess.

While the Emmy award-winning lead of Euphoria, now 25, absolutely adored her first house -- a 4,155-square-foot Mediterranean-style mansion in Northridge, Los Angeles -- her current residence is an absolute... Marvel.

Also located in California's San Fernando Valley, the gorgeous ranch-style Encino estate set her back a whopping $4 million in 2019, although the deal only made the papers in April 2020.

Scroll down for photos of Zendaya's incredible home!

Secluded Hilltop Property

Concealed from prying eyes by beautiful palm trees and lush greenery, the lovely hilltop estate sits on a four-acre lot with stunning views all around. Encompassing a sprawling 1939-built main house and a large guesthouse, the expansive compound also has a massive open pool and a spectacular backyard (pictured above) straight out of a California dream.

Spanning six bedrooms and seven bathrooms within 5,133 square feet of living space, the mansion is quite a move up from the five-bedroom, five-bathroom Northridge house that Zendaya used to share with her dog, Noon.

Keep going for more pics!

Welcoming Porch

Hidden at the end of a long driveway with a circular grass island at the center, the entrance to Zendaya's luxurious home is made through a gorgeous white door framed by matching lanterns, with the chic porch featuring a nice awning and massive arched windows teasing a glimpse of the chic, all-white interior.

Scroll for pictures of the interiors!

Hardwood Floors & Multiple Fireplaces

Greeting guests as they step inside, a stylish foyer spills into the open-plan lounge room, with a sleek staircase leading up to the master suite. While it may not compare to the winding grand staircase Zendaya enjoyed in her nearby Northridge home, the relatively modest feature takes no attention away from the exquisite hardwood floors and high ceilings, with a gorgeous fireplace taking center stage.

Brick Fireplace Lounge Room

With recessed lighting and massive glass French doors generously letting in the California sun, the lounge room's main attraction is a brick fireplace painted white to match the walls and eight-foot ceiling. The same features carry through the rest of the sunshine-filled home, which has maintained its charm despite the extensive renovations over the past eight decades since it was built.

Granite-Countertop Kitchen

Like all of the rooms on the first, the huge kitchen opens up to the backyard via massive doors overlooking palm trees. Also white with hardwood floors, the space is tastefully decorated with retro-style cabinetry and granite countertops in the original listing photos, although Zendaya is sure to have done some remodeling of her own. A large island counter and stainless steel appliances complete the decor.

Bedroom With Private Balcony

Lined with paneled windows and two sets of double glass doors, the master bedroom has a private balcony with a terrace large enough to fit a few chaise lounge chairs or some patio furniture. Perfect for soaking up the sun, it offers a thrilling view of the backyard pool and pavilion, as seen above.

Carrera Marble Bathroom

Just like the master bedroom, the master bathroom also has balcony access, creating an entire suite experience for the star to enjoy, Lonny remarks. Decked in "unique" Carrera marble tile, it boasts a walk-in shower and a built-in soaking tub, with plenty of sunlight flooding in through the large windows.

Backyard Pavilion

The mansion's backyard is just as dreamy, with lush green lawns and a sizeable stone patio engulfing the pool and inset spa. There's also an outdoor pavilion perfect for pool parties.

Guesthouse

Meanwhile, the roomy guesthouse adds another two bedrooms into the fold, one of which is set up as a game room -- pool table included. It also has a bathroom and kitchenette.

According to Variety, Zendaya put up the property for rental shortly after purchasing it in 2019, asking for $12,900/month, although the house has since been removed from the market.

The showbiz multi-hyphenate, whose burgeoning acting career and platinum-selling forays into music has earned her a net worth of $15 million, also owns a 2,050-square-feet condo in Brooklyn, New York, which she scored for a cool $4.9 million in December 2020.

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NBA Rumors: Ben Simmons To Denver, Jamal Murray To Philly In Proposed Nuggets-Sixers Trade

Posted: 04 Dec 2021 10:41 AM PST

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons is currently one of the hottest commodities on the trade market. Despite his shooting woes, the former No. 1 pick continues to receive strong interest from aspiring contenders that are in dire need of additional star power and rebuilding teams that want to speed up their timeline.

As of now, the Sixers' asking price for Simmons remains the same. To acquire the disgruntled superstar, the Sixers have told interested teams that they would be needing to come up with an offer that includes an All-Star.

Ben Simmons To Denver Nuggets

One of the newest landing spots for Simmons before the 2022 NBA trade deadline is the Denver Nuggets. The Nuggets are currently facing a huge dilemma in the 2021-22 NBA season. Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets may have somehow found a way to win games while Jamal Murray is on the sideline, but things are expected to be more difficult now that Michael Porter Jr. is also out with a back injury.

If they are still serious about fully dominating the Western Conference and winning the NBA championship title, Jack Dougherty of Sportscating believes that the Nuggets should strongly consider the idea of trading for Simmons.

Proposed Nuggets-Sixers Trade

According to Dougherty, the Nuggets could acquire Simmons by offering the Sixers a trade package centered on Murray. Though he's still recovering from an injury, Murray perfectly fits the description of the player that the Sixers want in exchange for Simmons.

"As for the 76ers, they haven't had a go-to guard who can take over a game and take pressure off Joel Embiid's shoulders late in games," Dougherty wrote. "Murray could instantly become that guy. Philadelphia also has the luxury of being able to wait until Murray is healthy enough to return to the court."

Ben Simmons Could Fill MPJ's Spot In Denver

The successful acquisition of Simmons would allow the Nuggets to immediately fill the hole left by Porter Jr. at the starting power forward position.

"With Porter now out for the season, the Nuggets could be on the hunt for a long, defensive-minded forward to fill his spot," Dougherty wrote. "Simmons is technically a point guard, sure, but he's nearly seven feet tall and weighs 240 pounds. He could fill Porter's spot in the starting lineup and immediately change Denver's defensive identity for the better."

Ben Simmons Starts A New Journey In Denver

Simmons won't have his own team in Denver since the Nuggets currently have Jokic as the face of the franchise. However, having a fresh start in the Mile High City would help him regain his confidence and return to the right path to becoming a legitimate superstar in the league.

It would still take time for Simmons to familiarize himself with Coach Michael Malone's system but once he meshes well with Jokic, Aaron Gordon, Will Barton, and Montes Morris, the Nuggets could regain their status as a legitimate title contender in the Western Conference.

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