'Love Island USA' Season 7 cast list: See every islander so far

'Love Island USA' Season 7 cast list: See every islander so far

Contestants are not afraid to lock lips and test their relationships on "Love Island USA" Season 7. After returning to the villa, islanders are living in theaftermath of the drama-inducing Casa Amor.Four bombshells packed their bags, and the remaining islanders continue to navigate their connections, both old and new. In the latest episode, the group held nothing back during a staple challenge of the series. Throughout the season, USA TODAY will keep fans updated on all the tea inside the Fijian villa. Here's a recap of some highlights from the last few episodes and a list of all the islanders who have entered the villa for "Love Island USA" Season 7 so far, including those who debutedsince last week's update. 'Love Island USA':People can't stop talking about Huda. Will we ever learn our lesson? Islanders Olandria and Nic were paired after being dumped in Episode 20. Neither of them were selected to recouple with a new Casa Amor bombshell. However, in another twist, Olandria and Nic were picked up in a G-wagon and taken to a secret garden in Episode 21. Faced with the option to join forces and couple up or officially leave the show, they decided to couple up and were able to return to the main villa. At one point in the villa − while Olandria was still trying to keep Taylor from turning his head and while Nic was thinking about Cierra − the two decided to explore whether there was a romantic connection. "I think there's a strong physical connection between Olandria and I," Nic said in his confessional. "She's one of the most attractive women I've ever seen in my lifetime." They eventually share a passionate kiss in Soul Ties, but later mutually agree in Episode 22 that they are just friends. when I tell people about coupled up Nicolandria#LoveIslandUSApic.twitter.com/0zdY5ES8eU — T (@teewatterss)June 28, 2025 JD and Huda's connection crumbled in Episode 22 after he confronted her about her approach to the "Kiss-Off" challenge. "I can tell you like being dominant," JD told Huda while smiling. "I had to lead your (expletive) to help you," she responded. "You was trying to be dominant and I'm not someone who likes to be dominated. It was like combative," JD continued. "So find someone submissive," Huda responded, adding, "Sure. Okay, good talk." Theclip of the interactionwent viral on social media. Huda has been at the center of other popular moments from the season, includingher clash with her former partner Jeremiahand her"I'm a mommy" conversationwith Nic. Four islanders, all of whom entered the villa as Casa Amor bombshells, were dumped from the villa in Episode 22. Coco: Had a connection with Ace Zac: Had a connection with Iris JD: Had a connection with Huda and Amaya Vanna: Had a connection with TJ Women: Chelley, 27, from Orlando, Florida Huda, 24, from Raleigh, North Carolina Olandria, 27, from Decatur, Alabama Cierra, 25, from Arizona(Bombshell, Episode 2) Amaya, 25, New York City(Bombshell, Episode 4) Iris, 25, from Los Angeles (Bombshell, Episode 9) Andreina, 24, from Jersey City, New Jersey(Bombshell, Episode 15) Clarke, 24, Columbia, South Carolina(Casa Amor Bombshell, Episode 19) Jaden, 25, Los Angeles(Casa Amor Bombshell, Episode 19) Gracyn, 25, Bristol, Virginia(Casa Amor Bombshell, Episode 19) Men: Ace, 22, from Los Angeles Taylor, 24, from Oklahoma City Nicolas, 24, from Jacksonville, Florida Austin, 26, from Northville, Michigan Pepe, 27, from Los Angeles(Bombshell, Episode 9) TJ, 23, from Pleasantville, New York(Bombshell, Episode 15) Elan, 23,Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada(Casa Amor Bombshell, Episode 19) Chris, 27, Los Angeles(Casa Amor Bombshell, Episode 19) Bryan, 28, Boston(Casa Amor Bombshell,Episode 19) Zak, 29, Roi Et, Thailand; Manchester, U.K.(Casa Amor Bombshell,Episode 19) Dumped: Yulissa, 27, from Miami(Left the villa) Belle-A, 22, from Honolulu(Dumped, Episode 6) Charlie, 27, from the United Kingdom(Bombshell, Episode 2)(Dumped, Episode 12) Jalen, 27, from Sparta, Georgia(Bombshell, Episode 9)(Dumped, Episode 14) Hannah, 23, Tucson, Arizona(Bombshell, Episode 4)(Dumped, Episode 18) Jeremiah, 25, from Los Angeles(Dumped, Episode 18) Zac, 26, Portland, Oregon (Casa Amor Bombshell, Episode19) (Dumped, Episode 22) JD, 23, Dallas, Texas(Casa Amor Bombshell, Episode19)(Dumped, Episode 22) Coco, 24, Los Angeles(Casa Amor Bombshell, Episode 19) (Dumped, Episode 22) Vanna, 21, Salt Lake City, Utah(Casa Amor Bombshell, Episode 19) (Dumped, Episode 22) Couples: Chelley and Ace Amaya and Zak Jaden and Austin Cierra and Nic Gracyn and Pepe Huda and Chris Iris and TJ Taylor and Clarke Andreina and Bryan Single Islanders: Olandria Elan In Episode 24, the islanders played dress-up and participated in the "Hearts on Fire" game, also notoriously known among fans as the heart rate challenge. This season's contestants completed the challenge as a couple. Women: Iris' heart rate was raised the most by Nic Amaya's heart rate was raised the most by Pepe Andreina's heart rate was raised the most by Pepe Jaden's heart rate was raised the most by Nic Chelley's heart rate was raised the most by Chris Huda's heart rate was raised the most by Elan Gracyn's heart rate was raised the most by Nic Cierra's heart rate was raised the most by Elan Olandria's heart rate was raised the most by Chris Clarke's heart rate was raised the most by Ace Men: TJ's heart rate was raised the most by Gracyn Zak's heart rate was raised the most by Cierra Bryan's heart rate was raised the most by Cierra Austin's heart rate was raised the most by Amaya Chris' heart rate was raised the most by Chelley Pepe's heart rate was raised the most by Andreina Nic's heart rate was raised the most by Iris Elan's heart rate was raised the most by Cierra Taylor's heart rate was raised the most by Olandria Ace's heart rate was raised the most by Huda Winning couple:Cierra and Nic New episodes come out onPeacockeach night Thursday to Tuesday at 9 p.m. ET, meaning the only day without a new episode is Wednesday. Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@gannett.com. We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn't influence our coverage. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:'Love Island USA' Season 7 cast: See every bombshell, islander

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Diddy's star-studded trial: The celebrities mentioned in court

Diddy's star-studded trial: The celebrities mentioned in court

NEW YORK — Before his precipitous downfall,Sean "Diddy" Combswas apop-culture supernovawithinnumerable starsin his orbit. Like it or not, that's part of the reason we've all been so glued to his criminal trial, as theonce-untouchable music mogulawaitsa verdicton fivecharges of sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution. It's why journalists dashed breathlessly through the halls of Daniel Patrick Moynihan United States Courthouse on June 13, in an attempt tocatch a glimpse of rapper Ye as he made a fleeting appearance to show his solidarity with Combs. It's also why dozens of social media influencers waited for nearly four hours in the pouring rain in the early morning hours of May 22, hoping to land a spot in the main courtroom asmusician Kid Cuditestified about analleged arson attack by Combs. Throughout nearly two months of testimony, attorneys and witnesses alike havename-checked several celebritiesas they've excavated nearlytwo decades of Combs' apparent criminal past. They've recounted nights ofpartying with Prince, Stevie Wonder, Muhammad Ali and Rita Ora, some of which ended in Combs allegedly assaulting his girlfriends orforcing them into "freak offs" with escorts. Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne and Rick Ross were referenced in court, as defense tried to highlight the powerful connections that Combs helped afford to his ex-lover, singer Casandra "Cassie" Ventura Fine.Michael B. Jordan,50 CentandSuge Knightwere all subjects of Combs' ire, whileUsherandDanity Kane's Dawn Richardwere both on the sidelines of allegedly violent incidents. Diddy trial bombshells:What his inner circle said about baby oil, 'freak offs' There were name drops that sparked dry amusement from reporters, too, like the revelation that Combs once had ecstasy pills shaped like the face offormer President Barack Obama. Or that the rapper gave his staff an annual paid holiday on the Notorious B.I.G.'s birthday. (Checking into hotels, Combs often used the alias Frank Black ‒ a nod to Biggie Smalls' nickname, Frank White.) Combs' lawyer also mentioned Beyoncé in his closing statement. "I don't expect we're going to see Beyoncé in CVS," lead defense attorney Marc Agnifilo said as he argued Combs' employees were not part of a criminal enterprise and that they instead were just doing their jobs. Here are just a few of the most notable A-listers to find their way into the Diddy trial: "Mia," a former assistant of Combs who testified under a pseudonym, told jurors that she had been abused and assaulted by the rapper throughout her employment. In a series of texts read aloud in court, sheinvoked the name of disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly, who is in prison following his own sex-crimes trial. Jurors saw an exchange from 2019, in which Mia wrote toCombs: "I had a nightmare. I was trapped in an elevator with R. Kelly and you came to rescue me." In a lengthy text that she sent Combs around 2020, Mia described some of their most "magical, hilarious" and "hysterical" memories together. One was of a night in Paris when Mick Jagger tried to take her home; another was of a night when Jennifer Lopez wouldn't stay out. Mia also referenced a high-stakes poker game between the hip-hop mogul andDiCaprio. She wrote that Combs said, while cursing: "That 'Titanic' (guy) doesn't know (anything). He won $10,000, I won $650,000." What to expect:Diddy trial is ending, jury deliberation underway In a message from August 2020, Mia texted Combs, "Thinking of you withChadwick Boseman," following the actor's death. Mia said on the stand that Combs was "auditioning for the role" of James Brown in the "Get On Up" biopic that Boseman ended up playing. In a text exchange shown to jurors, Mia told Combs that she had his audition tape and would send it to him. Mia alleged that in 2012 she witnessed a discussion between Combs and Ventura Fine escalate at the premiere of theBrad Pittfilm "Killing Them Softly," during the Cannes Film Festival in France.She claimed she saw Combs grit his teeth while digging his nails into Ventura Fine's arm, and eventually insisted that Ventura Fine leave, which she did. On the stand, Mia said that over the years, she saw Combs take molly, MDMA, ketamine and prescription drugs. Although she said it was "mostly in party situations," she once claimed to see him high at a board meeting. On another occasion, she alleged that he was so high at aChelsea Handlershow that she pulled him aside. "You look a little crazy right now," Mia told Combs. More:All the witnesses who took the stand in the Diddy trial, including Cassie and Kid Cudi On the stand, Combs' ex-personal assistant Capricorn Clark was asked whether she thought Ventura Fine was "very talented." Clark responded "no," adding that she thought the rising R&B star merely had "talent." "Very talented to me is Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey," Clark told jurors. "Very talented is that level of performer, entertainer. Cassie was more of a studio artist." During Ventura Fine's lengthy testimony, jurors saw a text that she sent to Combs in July 2013. At the time, she had been dating Combs for roughly seven years, and expressed frustration that she wasn't integrated more into his family life with his children. "As much as you think you're Bruce Willis, you aren't," Ventura Fine texted Combs. "He's married, and before he was married, the family as a whole went on trips together or just him and his woman." "Eddie Murphy and Paige (Butcher) took his kids away on their own," the message continued. "I don't think you sympathize with my feelings. I understand you feeling like you need to protect your children. But after a while, it's like, for what?" Surviving abuse:Cassie Ventura Fine and the unlikely bond with her mother-in-law Kerry Morgan, a model and former friend of Ventura Fine, testified that Combs once attacked her in Cassie's California home, choking her and hitting her in the head with a wooden hanger. She also told the court she saw Combs assault Ventura Fine several times, and she pleaded with her friend to leave the rapper. During cross-examination, the defense showed a number of photos of Morgan and Ventura Fine hanging out with groups of people. One snapshot included Morgan, stylist Deonte Nash, producer Rob Holiday, and "Nope" actress Keke Palmer. Defense asked whether they all had fun together: "We had a lot of fun," Morgan said. "We look like a loving bunch," although "I didn't love all these people." On the stand,Combs' ex "Jane," who also testified under a pseudonym, said that she, Combs and one of the escorts they allegedly hired used the nickname "trifecta" when they had sex. Jane claimed she was Kobe Bryant; Paul, the entertainer, was Shaquille O'Neal; and Combs was Michael Jordan. Jurors were also read a series of flirty text messages between Jane and Combs, where she likens their relationship to the NBA legends. In the exchange, Jane thanks Combs for making "me very happy" and giving "me so much love." "You're my Michael Jordan and I'm your Kobe Bryant," Jane texted Combs. "We're the greatest." More:Diddy's defense claims he was just 'swinging.' These swingers are appalled. In another frisky text exchange read aloud to jurors during testimony, Jane compared herself to former Playboy models. "It's giving Pamela Anderson, Carmen Electra," Jane texted Combs, adding two melon emojis. Jane frequently referenced famous figures in her text messages to Combs. Some of their other nicknames for each other: Bert and Ernie from "Sesame Street." In court, Combs' attorneys pressed Ventura Fine about a time when the hip-hop heavyweight suspected she was cheating on him. "He found out you were dancing with another person in the entertainment industry? Do you remember the incident where he suspected you of dancing withChris Brown?" defense asked, referencing an unspecified occasion in 2013. Ventura Fine said she did not remember the incident, but she "was not dancing" with the singer. Defense showed an exhibit to help jog Ventura Fine's memory of a time when Combs allegedly took the "Me & U" singer's phone after he suspected her of dancing with Brown. After looking at the evidence, Ventura Fine said, "It says that in the message, but I don't really remember it." Ventura Fine is close friends with Karrueche Tran, the actress and model who won a five-year restraining order against ex-boyfriend Brown in 2017. Diddy lawyerMarc Agnifilo compares 'freak offs' to couples drinking lemonade Cassie Beyoncé Rihanna Michael B. Jordan Barack Obama Georgina Chapman Mike Myers Will Smith DJ Whoo Kid Dallas Austin 50 Cent Suge Knight Prince Usher Britney Spears Common Madonna Jimmy Iovine Dawn Richard Kalenna Harper Kid Cudi French Montana Too Short Chris Brown Biggie Smalls Ryan Leslie Brad Pitt Keke Palmer Pamela Anderson Carmen Electra Whitney Houston Mariah Carey Chris Gethard Jay-Z Michael Jordan Kobe Bryant Shaquille O'Neal Bruce Willis Eddie Murphy Leonardo DiCaprio Mick Jagger Jennifer Lopez Chelsea Handler R. Kelly Chadwick Boseman Rita Ora Nicki Minaj Lil Wayne Yung Miami Contributing: USA TODAY staff This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Diddy trial celebrities ranged from Beyonce to Brad Pitt and Kid Cudi

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2025 NBA free agency tracker: Live updates on news, rumors and latest reported signings

2025 NBA free agency tracker: Live updates on news, rumors and latest reported signings

TheNBA's free agencyperiod began Monday evening, June 30, with several notable names expected to be available on the market. Free agency will provide teams with the opportunity to reshape and retool their rosters to take one step closer to their respective NBA championship aspirations. Several big-name players who had the potential to become free agents are no longer expected to be available. That list includesLakers star LeBron James,Clippers standout James HardenandTimberwolves forward Julius Randle. Centers Myles Turner and Al Horford are among the top unrestricted players on the market as of Sunday evening. Chris Paul, Tyus Jones and Josh Giddey are expected to be among the top unrestricted guards available. Malik Beasley also could be among the list of notable guards, but instead will be the subject of one another storyline after it was reported he is beinginvestigated for gambling on NBA games. USA TODAY Sportswill have live updates and analysis on all of the NBA free agency news and rumors as they happen: NBA FREE AGENCY:Who are the biggest names on the market? NBA free agency officially began on Monday, June 30, at 6 p.m. ET. Teams and players can now start agreeing to the terms of a contract. Teams and players, however, will have to wait until July 6 for contracts to be officially signed. It's not often that consistent, double-digit scorers hit the open market. But as theUtah Jazzcontinue to remake their roster, Jordan Clarkson has finalized a buyout,according to the Athletic, making him an unrestricted free agent. Clarkson, 33, averaged 16.2 points, 3.7 assists and 3.2 rebounds in 37 games last season. Clarkson had carved out a role as Utah's sixth man and became known for providing a scoring spark off the bench. Given his ability to score off the bench, Clarkson could draw interest from contenders looking to bolster their depth. Forward Nicolas Batum, a steady presence off the bench for theLos Angeles Clippers, will sign a two-year deal worth $11.5 million, per ESPN. After locking up one of their reserve forwards earlier Monday in Ziaire Williams, the Nets moved to do the same for backup center, Day'Ron Sharpe.ESPN reportsthat Sharpe is set to sign on a two-year deal to keep him in Brooklyn, worth $12 million. Veteran forward Joe Ingles will be playing his 12th season in the NBA, returning to theMinnesota Timberwolveson a one-year contract worth $3.6 million,according to ESPN. Knicks forwardJosh Hart had a funny response to the news, writing: "Man someone tell him to go head and retire already" in a social media post. Free agent forward Ziaire Williams is on the verge of signing a two-year, $12 million deal to return to theBrooklyn Nets,ESPN reports. Williams, the No. 10 overall pick in the 2021 draft, averaged 10 points and 4.3 rebounds in 63 games with the Nets last season. Center DeAndre Ayton is finalizing a buyout agreement with the Portland Trail Blazers,according to ESPN, which will make him a free agent -- and one of the more interesting players available. Ayton was acquired by the Blazers in 2023 as part of a three-team trade with Phoenix and Milwaukee. He's played in only 95 games in two seasons with Portland, averaging 15.7 points and 10.6 rebounds per game. As part of the contract he signed with the Suns, Ayton was scheduled to make $35.6 million next season. The biggest stories, every morning. Stay up-to-date on all the key sports developments bysubscribing to USA TODAY Sports' newsletter. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:NBA Free agency tracker: Live updates on news, rumors

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What to know about WNBA expansion in 3 cities by 2030

What to know about WNBA expansion in 3 cities by 2030

The WNBA has announced three new expansion teams coming to Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia over the next five years. "The demand for women's basketball has never been higher, and we are thrilled to welcome Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia to the WNBA family," WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said Monday. "This historic expansion is a powerful reflection of our league's extraordinary momentum, the depth of talent across the game, and the surging demand for investment in women's professional basketball." Breaking: The WNBA announced it will expand to 18 teams with new teams in Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia.The Cleveland team will begin play in 2028, followed by Detroit in 2029 and Philadelphia in 2030.pic.twitter.com/Ld4pCYL3eo — ESPN (@espn)June 30, 2025 Play in Cleveland will begin in 2028, followed by Detroit in 2029 and Philadelphia in 2030, pending approvals from the NBA and WNBA Board of Governors. Each of the three new teams have NBA ownership groups, with Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert at the helm of the franchise in Ohio, where the WNBA formerly had the Cleveland Rockers, which folded after the 2003 season. "It's such a natural fit that when you already have this basketball-related infrastructure, these strategies, cultures that you find to be successful, combinations of personnel that you find to be successful," said Nic Barlage, CEO of Rock Entertainment Group and the Cleveland Cavaliers. "Extending that into the WNBA is just a natural next progression, especially if you have a desire to grow like we do." Tom Gores, owner of the Detroit Pistons, is among the new Detroit team ownership, along with Detroit sports stars Grant Hill, Chris Webber and Jared Goff, who will have minority stakes in the team. The Detroit Shock was the city's WNBA team from 1998 to 2009 before it relocated to Tulsa, Oklahoma, and eventually became the Dallas Wings. All three teams paid a $250 million expansion fee, per the AP, which is nearly five times as much as the Golden State Warriors shelled out to secure theGolden State Valkyries in 2023. The teams will also invest more money through building practice facilities and other amenities, the AP reported. Philadelphia, which has never had a WNBA team, is owned by Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment co-founder Josh Harris, who currently owns the Philadelphia 76ers. "We tell the city it's going to open in 2031. We're hoping for 2030," Harris said Monday. "We're trying to underpromise and overdeliver. But right now it's 2031 so that we have a year gap, you know. We've got the Xfinity center, the Wells Fargo [Center], they'll play there." While no team names have been decided or announced, the Cleveland and Detroit ownership teams said Rockers and Shock, respectively, would be in consideration, pending further research and input from fans. The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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James Cameron Takes Issue with Christopher Nolan's Approach in “Oppenheimer”: It's a 'Moral Cop Out'

James Cameron Takes Issue with Christopher Nolan's Approach in "Oppenheimer": It's a 'Moral Cop Out'

Marc Piasecki/Getty; JC Olivera/Variety via Getty James Cameron has agreed to make a film based on the upcoming bookGhosts of Hiroshima TheTitanicdirector said he wanted to follow the story of the victims of the 1945 atomic bombing He also criticized Christopher Nolan's 2023 blockbusterOppenheimer, calling it a "moral cop out" for not following the real-life victims James Cameronis planning his own film about the atomic bomb following the Oscar-winning success of writer and directorChristopher Nolan'sOppenheimer— but theTitanicdirector says his film will be very different. "Yeah…it's interesting what he stayed away from," Cameron, 70, toldDeadlineof Nolan, 54, when asked if he was surprisedOppenheimerwon seven Oscars and grossed nearly $1 billion. "Look, I love the filmmaking, but I did feel that it was a bit of a moral cop out." Cameron said he intends to make a film based off Charles Pellegrino's upcoming bookGhosts of Hiroshima,which highlights the brutal realities of the Hiroshima victims hit by the atom bomb in 1945. Of J. Robert Oppenheimer — the real-life physicist who helped create the atom bomb — Cameron said the man was well aware of the effects of his creation. "[Nolan's] got one brief scene in the film where we see — and I don't like to criticize another filmmaker's film — but there's only one brief moment where he sees some charred bodies in the audience and then the film goes on to show how it deeply moved him," Cameron noted. "But I felt that it dodged the subject. I don't know whether the studio or Chris felt that that was a third rail that they didn't want to touch, but I want to go straight at the third rail. I'm just stupid that way." Universal Pictures In a 2023 interview withVariety, Nolan acknowledged the criticism of his decision not to highlight the bomb's victims in his lengthy film. "The film presents Oppenheimer's experience subjectively," Nolan said at the time. "It was always my intention to rigidly stick to that. Oppenheimer heard about the bombing at the same time that the rest of the world did. I wanted to show somebody who is starting to gain a clearer picture of the unintended consequences of his actions. It was as much about what I don't show as what I show." When it comes to telling the victims' stories, Cameron said, "Okay, I'll put up my hand. I'll do it, Chris. No problem. You come to my premiere and say nice things." The bombs destroyed parts of Japan and killed more than 250,000 people, not to mention more over time as survivors died of the lasting effects of exposure. The dropping of the bombs is credited with ending World War II, and is the only time nuclear weapons have been used in armed conflict. "I don't want to get into the politics of, should it have been dropped, should they have done it, and all the bad things Japan did to warrant it, or any of that kind of moralizing and politicizing," Cameron explained. "I just want to deal in a sense with what happened, almost as if you could somehow be there and survive and see it." Kevin Winter/Getty As for his reason behind the decision to make the film, the Oscar winner believes the message is more important now than ever. "I just think it's so important right now for people to remember what these weapons do. This is the only case where they've been used against a human target," he said. "I want to make a film that just reminds people what these weapons do to people, and how absolutely unacceptable it is to even contemplate using them." Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. And while he's not using Nolan or his film as a guidepost, Cameron is looking to another blockbuster auteur for inspiration. "I want to do for what happened at Hiroshima and Nagasaki, what Steven Spielberg did with the Holocaust and D-Day withSaving Private Ryan," he said of the 1998 film, which won Best Picture. "He showed it the way it happened." Cameron is known for his blockbuster, budget-busting films likeTitanicand theAvatarfranchise, he doesn't intend to have theGhosts of Hiroshimafollow in those footsteps. "I don't think it'll be one that'll be quick to make, but I don't see it as a massively budgeted film," he said, adding that "This may be a movie that I make that makes the least of any movie I've ever made, because I'm not going to be sparing, I'm not going to be circumspect." Cameron is currently locked into writing and directingAvatars 3,4and5in the coming years.Avatar: Fire and Ash, the franchise's third installment is set to hit theaters Dec. 19, 2025 with more to follow. Read the original article onPeople

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Sarah Ferguson Makes First Wimbledon Royal Box Appearance in Decades. Last Time, She Was Beside Princess Diana

Sarah Ferguson Makes First Wimbledon Royal Box Appearance in Decades. Last Time, She Was Beside Princess Diana

PA Images via Getty; Karwai Tang/WireImage Sarah Ferguson returned to the Royal Box at Wimbledon on June 30, reportedly for the first time in decades The Duchess of York attended the first day of the tennis tournament with her daughter, Princess Beatrice Fergie and Beatrice sat in the Royal Box, taking a prime seat court side Sarah Fergusonis back in the Royal Box at Wimbledon for the first time since attending withPrincess Dianadecades ago. On June 30, the Duchess of York, who is popularly known as Fergie, attended the first day of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London. The Duchess of York, 65, arrived at the event with her daughter,Princess Beatriceas they took a prime seat in the Royal Box. Fergie and Princess Beatrice, 36, were animated fans in the stands as they watched the match between defending men's singles champion Carlos Alcaraz and Fabio Fognini on June 30. Karwai Tang/WireImage It was a meaningful day out for the mother-daughter duo, as Fergie is believed to have not sat in Wimbledon's Royal Box for 37 years — her last time being in 1988 alongside Princess Diana. While the Duchess was last photographed at the tournament in 2000, she reportedly hasn't attended since. The Duchess of Yorkpreviously told PEOPLEthat she and Diana, were "best friends from when I was 14 and she was 15," and credited the Princess of Wales with introducing her toPrince Andrew, whom she married in 1986 and divorced a decade later. Diana would have turned 64 on July 1. Professional Sport/Popperfoto via Getty Despite its regal name, the Royal Box at Wimbledon isn't reserved solely for royalty. While it's where All England Club patronKate Middletonand other members of the royal family are often seen during the tournament, invitations to sit there are extended by the club's chair — not the royals themselves. "British and overseas Royal Families are invited as well as heads of government, people from the world of tennis, commercial partners, British armed forces, prominent media organizations, supporters of British tennis and other walks of life," theWimbledon websitesays about how to score a seat. The courtside Royal Box has served as a VIP area since 1922 and includes access to a private clubhouse for lunch, along with a "smart" dress code. One specific rule stands out: no hats — so as not to block the view of the guest seated behind you! Karwai Tang/WireImage Other stars spotted at the first day of Wimbledon includedthe newly knighted David Beckham, Eddie Redmayne, former Wimbledon champ Maria Sharapova, Simu Liu and his fiancee, Allison Hsu, Jessica Alba and her daughter, Honor and more. Princess Beatrice and her husbandEdoardo Mapelli Mozzihave been regulars at Wimbledon in recent years, with Beatrice and Fergie kicking off what's sure to be a parade of royal appearances at the tennis tournament this year. The Wimbledon Championships run from June 30 to July 13, and another member of the British royal family was spotted in the stands on Monday. Karwai Tang/WireImage Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage?Sign up for our free Royals newsletterto get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more! Cameras capturedKing Charles' cousin,Lady Gabriella Windsor, attending Wimbledon with a friend identified as Robert Denning. TheDaily Mailreported that Denning is a philanthropist and former entrepreneur, and the pair were photographed laughing and chatting as they watched the tennis. Lady Gabriella stepped out with Denning over a year after her husband,Thomas Kingston,died by suicideat age 45 in February 2024. Read the original article onPeople

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Sarah Ferguson Makes First Wimbledon Royal Box Appearance in Decades. Last Time, She Was Beside Princess Diana

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Aces acquire NaLyssa Smith from the Wings for first-round pick in 2027

Aces acquire NaLyssa Smith from the Wings for first-round pick in 2027

LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Las Vegas Aces have acquired forward NaLyssa Smith from the Dallas Wings for a 2027 first-round draft pick. The trade announced Monday ends what had been a disappointing Dallas debut for Smith, a Texas native who played at Baylor. She was averaging career lows in points, rebounds and minutes for the Wings, who started 1-11 before winning four of their past six games. Smith joined the Wings from Indiana in an offseason trade. The 24-year-old was part of a major roster makeover before Dallas selected Paige Bueckers No. 1 overall in the draft in April. In three seasons with the Fever, Smith was a double-figure scorer each year while averaging nearly eight rebounds per game, although her production dipped after Caitlin Clark joined Indiana last season. This year, Smith's minutes are below 20 for the first time at 19.1 while she is averaging 6.7 points and 4.9 rebounds. Smith, the No. 2 pick by Indiana in 2022, made the WNBA All-Rookie first team after a standout Baylor career that included a national championship when she was a freshman. Smith is from San Antonio. The Aces, who won back-to-back WNBA titles in 2022-23, are off to a disappointing start after sending Kelsey Plum to the Los Angeles Sparks while adding Jewell Loyd from Seattle in asix-team tradethis past offseason. The trade required the Wings to release Kaila Charles, who signed a hardship contract on June 17. ___ AP WNBA:https://apnews.com/hub/wnba-basketball

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Aces acquire NaLyssa Smith from the Wings for first-round pick in 2027

Aces acquire NaLyssa Smith from the Wings for first-round pick in 2027 LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Las Vegas Aces have acquired forward NaLyssa Smi...

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Raiders RB Raheem Mostert slams Dolphins after Jonnu Smith trade

Raiders RB Raheem Mostert slams Dolphins after Jonnu Smith trade

TheMiami Dolphins' decision to include tight endJonnu Smithin Monday's blockbusterJalen Ramsey-Minkah Fitzpatricktrade has rubbed one former Dolphin the wrong way. On Monday morning, Miamitraded Ramseyand Smith to thePittsburgh Steelersfor Fitzpatrick and a late-round pick swap. Las Vegas Raidersrunning backRaheem Mostert, who played for the Dolphins in 2015 and (more notably) from 2022 to 2024, slammed Miami on social media after the trade news broke. "Hot take: Be a Pro-bowler on the Dolphins, get treated like s---. Happy for my guys though! GO BALL OUT!!" Mostert wrote on the social media site X. Hot take: Be a Pro-bowler on the Dolphins, get treated like sh*t. Happy for my guys though! GO BALL OUT!!https://t.co/RyDBVE8h1i — Raheem Mostert (@RMos_8Ball)June 30, 2025 JONNU SMITH:Steelers-Dolphins trade details: TE included in Jalen Ramsey blockbuster deal Mostert made his first Pro Bowl in 2023, his ninth year as a pro, after leading the league with 18 rushing touchdowns for the Dolphins. That season was also Mostert's first in which he eclipsed the 1,000-yard mark with 1,012 rushing yards on 209 carries. Mostert began the 2024 season as Miami's lead back, but a Week 1 injury kept him out of three subsequent games. By the time he returned, second-yearDe'Von Achanehad done enough to take over the top spot on the depth chart. The Dolphins released Mostert in February, and he subsequently signed a deal with the Raiders the following month. The Dolphins' decision to trade Smith months after he finished his first Pro Bowl season was enough to prompt a public reaction from Mostert, who alludes to feeling like he was treated similarly. Smith had been in contract negotiations with Miami as he attempted to cash in on the most statistically productive season of his career. He ended up in a trade to Pittsburgh, where he received a one-year, $12 million extension as part of the deal. The Raiders have not yet released an official depth chart, though Mostert is expected to split carries with rookieAshton Jeantyin both players' first year in Las Vegas. In Pittsburgh, Smith reunites with offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, who has historically enjoyed deploying two-tight-end sets. For at least the next two seasons, Jonnu Smith will likely be paired with tight endPat Freiermuthin the Steelers' offense. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Jalen Ramsey trade: Raheem Mostert slams Miami for moving Jonnu Smith

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Raiders RB Raheem Mostert slams Dolphins after Jonnu Smith trade

Raiders RB Raheem Mostert slams Dolphins after Jonnu Smith trade TheMiami Dolphins' decision to include tight endJonnu Smithin Monday...

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Prince William's Charity Polo Match Drops Donor Who Was Allegedly Selling Access to Him and Kate Middleton

Prince William's Charity Polo Match Drops Donor Who Was Allegedly Selling Access to Him and Kate Middleton

Karwai Tang/WireImage Prince William's Royal Charity Polo Cup has terminated ties with a donor who was allegedly attempting to use the equestrian event to sell access to him and Kate Middleton PEOPLE confirms that the Royal Charity Polo Cup has ended a previous agreement with The Mondejar Gallery run by Minerva Mondejar Steiner According toThe Sunday Times, the Mondejar Foundation was attempting to sell private meetings with the Prince and Princess of Wales for around $27,000 Prince William's charity polo match has cut ties with a donor who was allegedly attempting to use the event to sell access to him andKate Middleton. On June 28,The Sunday Timesreported that millionaire Minerva Mondejar Steiner—whose Mondejar Gallery had been a sponsor of William's Royal Charity Polo Cup—allegedly sought to offer private meetings with the Prince and Princess of Wales, both 43, in exchange for donations. According to itswebsite, the Mondejar Gallery was founded by Mondejar Steiner in 2008 and describes itself as "a distinguished platform for contemporary art," with offices in Switzerland, London, the Philippines and Sydney. It also notes philanthropic support from the Mondejar Foundation. Following the publication of the allegations, swift action was taken. While there was no relationship between the Royal Charity Polo Cup and the Mondejar Foundation, PEOPLE confirms that organizers had entered into a sponsorship agreement with the Mondejar Gallery and are now in the process of terminating that arrangement. Prince William's charitable team was not aware of the Mondejar Foundation, nor of its attempts to solicit donations through an exclusive networking group called A Small World by offering access to the royal couple via the polo event. The Image Gate/Getty Mondejar Steiner declined to comment forThe Sunday Times. PEOPLE has independently reached out to her for a response. The controversy began with a report published Saturday byThe Sunday Times, which revealed that the Mondejar Foundation had allegedly offered access to Prince William and Princess Kate in exchange for a donation. According to the outlet, a screenshot of an email reportedly sent to members of the exclusive networking group A Small World pitched a "private audience" with the royal couple for approximately $27,362. The offer was tied to an invitation to the Royal Charity Polo Cup, reportedly scheduled for Friday, July 11 in Windsor. "As patron of the Mondejar Foundation, you're invited to support their philanthropic work through a charitable donation, in return for which you will be welcomed to this prestigious occasion," the email said, according toThe Sunday Times. "Hosted in the presence of members of the British Royal Family, and supported by the Mondejar Foundation, this highly exclusive gathering unites leading figures from philanthropy, fashion, the arts, and culture for a truly unforgettable day." With highlights including "free-flowing champagne" and "VIP polo matches in an intimate setting," the email listed "patron contributions" of about $8,208 as "admission for one patron" and $27,362 as including "full access plus a private audience with Prince William and Princess Catherine." According to the outlet, Mondejar Steiner's team also proffered the opportunity to meet Prince William to potential advertisers, which would be featured in a magazine distributed to everyone attending the polo match. For about $68,406, advertisers could buy a double-page spread with two "VVIP tickets" for seats at the match and "access to the royals." The Royal Charity Polo Match is a high-profile fundraiser for charities close to the Prince and Princess of Wales' hearts and an event Prince William has participated in for years. To date, the prestigious polo match has raised over $17 million for causes that William and Kate are passionate about and is an informal staple on their summer calendars. Chris Jackson/Getty The heir to the throneattended the July 2024 polo match solo, as Princess Kate had stepped back from public duties whileundergoing cancer treatment. In January, she announced she was in remission and has since gradually resumed a more regular schedule of royal engagements. The Princess of Wales last attended the Royal Charity Polo Match with William in July 2023, where the couple shareda rare public kissafter his team won. Chris Jackson/Getty Mondejar Steiner's ties to the Royal Charity Polo Cup aren't her only brush with royalty. In September 2024, she briefly metPrince Harryat the WellChild Awards in London and later sharedphotos of the encounter on Instagram. The WellChild Awards, hosted annually by the U.K.-based charity that supports seriously ill children and their families, have been championed by the Duke of Sussex, 40, in his role as patron since 2007. PEOPLE understands that Mondejar Steiner attended the event as a guest of another supporter and was briefly introduced to Prince Harry during a lineup of attendees. Their interaction amounted to a quick handshake and a photo. Chris Jackson/Getty Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage?Sign up for our free Royals newsletterto get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more! She has not donated to WellChild, nor has she had any involvement with the organization since the event. PEOPLE understands that neither the Duke of Sussex nor WellChild will have any further association with Mondejar Steiner. Read the original article onPeople

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Prince William's Charity Polo Match Drops Donor Who Was Allegedly Selling Access to Him and Kate Middleton

Prince William's Charity Polo Match Drops Donor Who Was Allegedly Selling Access to Him and Kate Middleton Karwai Tang/WireImage Prince ...

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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Tease Their Third Baby’s Name—and Whether It’s a Girl

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Tease Their Third Baby's Name—and Whether It's a Girl

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." THE RUNDOWN Rihanna and A$AP Rocky spoke toEntertainment TonightatThe Smurfs' Belgian premiere about their third baby. Both Rocky and Rihanna played coy when asked if they're having a girl. Rocky spoke about how big they want their family to be, while Rihanna confirmed they've made one big decision about their baby's name. Rihanna and A$AP Rocky did more than deliver amajor fashion momentat the Belgian premiere ofThe Smurfson Saturday. The couple spoke withEntertainment Tonightand opened up a bit about their expanding family. Rihanna, who isexpecting their third child, playfullyrevealedshe doesn't know if she'll be having a baby girl. Rocky and Rihanna have two sons, 3-year-old RZA and 1-year-old Riot, who will turn two in August. The reporter asked, "Is this the girl that you've been waiting for?" "Let's see if it's a Smurfette!" she teased. "You know!" he exclaimed. "No," she said. "Could be a Papa Smurf. Who knows!" She did confirm her child will have an R name though: "It's always going to be an R name. That's the one thing me and Rocky don't fight over." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Entertainment Tonight (@entertainmenttonight) The reporter also asked Rocky whether baby number three is the girl they've been waiting for. He played coy, too. "It is, man, it is," he said, raising a Smurfette plushie to dodge the question. "You know what I'm saying? Right here." He kept joking when asked how big their family might get. "We're going to be like the Wayans family [which has10 siblings], you know?" Then he added more seriously, "I mean love is beautiful, and it's just spreading it, you know?" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Entertainment Tonight (@entertainmenttonight) In February 2023, Rihanna spoke about how many children she'd like to have in aBritish Vogueinterview. "Listen, I'm down for whatever," she said. "My wish would be I would like to have more kids but whatever God wants for me, I'm here." You Might Also Like The 15 Best Organic And Clean Shampoos For Any And All Hair Types 100 Gifts That Are $50 Or Under (And Look Way More Expensive Than They Actually Are)

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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Tease Their Third Baby’s Name—and Whether It’s a Girl

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