Diddy's trial was the latest in a line of high-profile celebrity criminal cases

Diddy's trial was the latest in a line of high-profile celebrity criminal cases

A New York City jury's decision Wednesday to convict Sean "Diddy" Combs onprostitution-related offensesand acquit the music mogul on sex trafficking and racketeering charges was the latest in a line of high-profile celebrity criminal cases that garnered widespread attention. O.J. Simpson In 1995, football star and actor O.J. Simpsonwas acquitted of murderin the deaths of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman after the "trial of the century." Two years later, a civil trial jury found him liable for the deaths and ordered him to pay $33.5 million to relatives of Brown and Goldman.Simpson died in 2024at age 76 of prostate cancer. Michael Jackson Michael Jackson was acquitted in 2005 of molesting a 13-year-old cancer survivor at his Neverland Ranch. The King of Pop was also accused of plying the boy with alcohol and conspiring to hold him and his family captive. Jackson had faced nearly 20 years in prison. Jackson died in 2009 at age 50 of an overdose ofthe anesthetic propofol. R. Kelly R. Kellyis serving time at a prison in North Carolina. This year, a federal appeals courtupheld the Grammy Award-winning R&B singer's 2021 racketeering and sex trafficking convictions, along with a 30-year prison sentence. The court concluding that the singer exploited his fame for over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women. Last year, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal of a 20-year sentence Kelly received after his 2022 conviction on child sex charges including charges of producing images of child sexual abuse in Chicago. Bill Cosby Bill Cosbywas convicted in 2018 of sexual assault and sentenced to up to a decade in prison. But three years later the Pennsylvania Supreme Court said the district attorney who made the decision to arrest Cosby was obligated to stand by a predecessor's promise not to charge Cosby, though there was no evidence that agreement was ever put in writing. The former "Cosby Show" star was the first celebrity tried and convicted inthe #MeToo eraand spent nearly three years at a state prison near Philadelphia before the higher courtoverturned his conviction and released himin 2021. Alec Baldwin Last year, a judge decided halfway throughAlec Baldwin'sinvoluntary manslaughter trial to dismiss the charge. Baldwin had been charged in the 2021 fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie "Rust." The judge dismissed the case on allegations that police and prosecutors withheld evidence from the defense. This year, Baldwinsuedfor malicious prosecution and civil rights violations. Baldwin also alleged defamation, saying that prosecutors and investigators intentionally mishandled evidence. A$AP Rocky A Los Angeles jury acquittedA$AP Rockyin February after a trial on two counts ofassault with a semiautomatic firearm.The hip-hop star was accused of firing on a former friend in Hollywood in 2021. Rocky, who rejected a plea deal that would have involved very little jail time, opted not to testify at trial. Harvey Weinstein Former Oscar-winning movie producer Harvey Weinstein wasconvicted of rape and other chargesin 2022 by a Los Angeles jury. He was sentenced then to 16 years in prison and is appealing that conviction. Weinstein, 73,also was found guilty last monthduring the retrial of a rape case in New York City. The charges against Weinstein have been pivotal for the #MeToo movement. The anti-sexual-misconduct campaign was fueled by allegations against him. Martha Stewart Homemaking icon and media personality Martha Stewart was convicted in 2004 of lying to the federal government about a 2001 stock sale. She served five months in prison. Her brand rebounded following her release. In 2023, at the age of 81, Stewart was chosen as one ofSports Illustrated's swimsuit cover models. Kevin Spacey In 2023, a London juryacquitted Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spaceyon sexual assault charges stemming from allegations by four men dating back 20 years. Spacey had denied the allegations against him and told the jury how they had destroyed his acting career as the #MeToo movement gained momentum in the U.S. Spacey told British broadcast host Piers Morgan last year that he was millions of dollars in debt, largely because of unpaid legal bills.

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Diddy's trial was the latest in a line of high-profile celebrity criminal cases

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‘Emily in Paris’ Announces Two New Cast Members for Season 5

'Emily in Paris' Announces Two New Cast Members for Season 5

'Emily in Paris' Announces Two New Cast Members for Season 5originally appeared onParade. Emily in Parisis coming back for season 5, and the latest batch of episodes will include new cast membersBryan GreenbergandMichèle Laroque. Greenberg, 47, has joined the cast as recurring character Jake, who is an American living in Paris. Laroque, 65, will also recur as Yvette, an old friend of Sylvie's (Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu). It is not currently clear what their storylines will involve. The announcement comes shortly after Greenberg's latest TV show,Suits LA, was canceled in May after just one season. Jake and Yvette are two of three new recurring characters that will appear on the upcoming season of the Netflix show. Meanwhile, it was previously announced thatMinnie Driverwill appear as Princess Jane. Parade Daily🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Other recurring characters for season 5 include businessman and Mindy's (Ashley Park) love interest, Nico (Paul Forman), who made his debut in season 3. Meanwhile, Sylvie's husband Laurent G (Arnaud Binard) is also set to appear in upcoming episodes after he made his debut in season 2. It was previously confirmed that the season 5 cast of Emily in Paris will also includeLily Collins(Emily Cooper), Leroy-Beaulieu (Sylvie Grateau), Park (Mindy Chen),Lucas Bravo(Gabriel),Samuel Arnold(Julien),Bruno Gouery(Luc),William Abadie(Antoine Lambert),Lucien Laviscount(Alfie),Eugenio Franceschini(Marcello) andThalia Besson(Genevieve). Meanwhile, original starCamille Razat, who played a character also named Camille, confirmed she was leaving the show in April. "After an incredible journey, I've made the decision to step away fromEmily in Paris," Razat, 31, wrote viaInstagramon April 23. "It has been a truly wonderful experience, one filled with growth, creativity, and unforgettable memories." She went on to thankEmily in Paris'creator Darren Star, as well as Netflix and Paramount. "For their trust and for giving me the opportunity to bring Camille to life, and leaving the door open for her return, as she will always be a part of Emily In Paris world," Razat wrote. 'Emily in Paris' Announces Two New Cast Members for Season 5first appeared on Parade on Jul 2, 2025 This story was originally reported byParadeon Jul 2, 2025, where it first appeared.

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MLB Draft 2025: Who will the Nationals take with the No. 1 pick on July 13?

MLB Draft 2025: Who will the Nationals take with the No. 1 pick on July 13?

For the third time in franchise history, the Washington Nationals hold the No. 1 overall selection in the MLB Draft. In the previous two instances, the top pick was a flat-out no-brainer. In 2009, the Nats took San Diego State University right-hander Stephen Strasburg, a man considered by many to be the greatest college pitching prospect in MLB history. A year later, they selected power-hitting phenom Bryce Harper, who by then had already been on the cover of Sports Illustrated. This time around, the decision for general manager Mike Rizzo and his front office is much, much trickier. That's because this draft lacks an obvious, no-doubt, generational prospect in the mold of a Harper or a Strasburg. With the draft just two weeks away, industry experts are generally unsure about whom Rizzo and Brad Ciolek, the team's director of amateur scouting, will take. So let's do our best to handicap their situation and summarize the players who have a chance to be the first name called on July 13. His background:A draft-eligible sophomore, Anderson just put together a sensational season as the ace of the national champion LSU Tigers. The Louisiana native tossed a 3.18 ERA in 119 innings while leading the country with 180 punchouts. His final start in purple and gold was a doozy,a 130-pitch, complete-game shutout in Game 1of the College World Series finals. Anderson's fastball sits in the 93-95 mph range, but he can reach back for 97, which he did more than a few times in Omaha. His slider is a new offering, and it was supremely effective against righties and lefties. The changeup is phenomenal; expect him to throw it more in pro ball and make it his main weapon against righties. The curveball is sexy, a low-80s looper with bite, but it might be too long to be anything more than a change-of-pace against big-league hitters. Overall, Anderson is extremely advanced and could easily be in the bigs by next season. Why the Nats will take him:Insiders who love Anderson compare him to Max Fried. They see a polished, athletic left-hander with feel for spin who might eventually have four plus pitches in his arsenal. Anderson is still a pretty lanky dude, so more strength might lead to more fastball velocity. His dominant showing in Omaha feels like the type of thing Rizzo, an old-school scout type, would love. Why they won't:Not everyone in the industry thinks Kade is a slam-dunk frontline arm. The skeptics see a limited ceiling, based on Anderson's lack of a carrying pitch or skill, and have him evaluated as a mid- to back-end rotation starter at the big-league level. There's some validity to that. Compared to the other pitchers on this list, Liam Doyle and Seth Hernandez, Anderson seems less likely to develop into a top-10 pitcher on Earth. His background:The son of Matt and the younger brother of Jackson, Ethan is probably one of the most heavily scouted high school prospects ever. He was an impossible-to-miss freshman during Jackson's senior year, after which his brother went first overall. Listed at 6-foot-4, 185 pounds, Ethan projects to be more like his dad than his brother. The left-hander's carrying tool is his superb raw juice, though most of his power in games against top competition last summer was to the opposite field. He's currently listed as a shortstop, but a move to third base or even a corner outfield spot is all but guaranteed. Why the Nats will take him:Holliday might have the highest offensive ceiling in the draft. He makes great swing decisions. The pop is big and will only get bigger. He has the frame and name of an All-Star. The timing issues that led to an underwhelming showcase performance last summer appear to have been ironed out already. His hands and athleticism should let him be at least average at third base. Even if his value is more power over average, there's enough power here to make that work. Holliday has the potential and star power of a No. 1 overall pick in a way that no one else in this draft class has. Why they won't:Holliday's cathedral ceiling is marred by a few red flags. Last summer on the showcase circuit, he didn't barrel a single fastball to the pull side. He also ran a concerningly high 37% in-zone whiff rate on heaters. Because so much of his profile depends on the bat, the floor here could be scary to more risk-averse teams. That said, the Nats, who took iffy-hit-tooled high school bats in 2021 and 2022, are not one of those teams. His background:Eli's dad, Reggie, was a six-year big-league outfielder for the Angels and has since become the associate head baseball coach at the University of Oklahoma. It's not quite Holliday-level bloodlines, but it's probably better than whatever your family has. Willits is a versatile, projectable shortstop prospect with an impressive feel to hit. He was originally part of the 2026 class before he reclassified to this year, which is why he'll still be 17 years old on draft day. That's something model-over-scout teams will care about. Why the Nats will take him:He's the best prospect. At least, we think he is here at Yahoo. Willits lacks Holliday's power and overall offensive potential, but otherwise, his profile is incredibly enticing. Evaluators believe he's a strong bet to stick at shortstop, with a good chance to be above average there. He's also a switch-hitter with a track record of performance against high-level competition. That includes fall ball games at the University of Oklahoma, where Willits filled in and held his own against college arms years older than him. He reminds me of a slightly taller version of Francisco Lindor before Lindor bucked expectations by growing into plus power. Why they won't:Willits probably won't be Francisco Lindor. He doesn't do anything at an elite level; he's more of a sum-of-the-parts type of player. There's value there, not to mention a relatively high floor for a high schooler, but it's tough to see a world in which Willits becomes a top-10 player in MLB. That's something teams like to be able to dream on when picking first overall. His background:Doyle took full advantage of college baseball's relatively new transfer portal, playing one season at three different schools (Coastal Carolina, Ole Miss, Tennessee). And during his junior year in Knoxville, the hard-throwing lefty was a revelation. Doyle delivered a 3.20 ERA in 95 2/3 innings for the Vols while striking out 15.4 batters per nine. On the mound, Doyle moves like an attack dog, teetering the line between emotional and demonstrative. Why the Nats will take him:The four-seam fastball is downright special. Doyle threw it a preposterous 63% of the time in 2025, getting a 40% swing-and-miss rate. For context, Brewers ace Freddy Peralta currently leads MLB starters in four-seam rate at 57.8%, and Mariners ace Brian Woo tops the league in four-seam whiff rate at 33.1%. Doyle's is a unicorn offering, one that gives him a Cy Young ceiling. Why they won't:Because he threw the fastball so much, the rest of Doyle's mix is kind of a mystery. He doesn't really have a secondary weapon against righties at the moment, meaning the team that drafts him will need to help him develop one. Overall, Doyle is relatively unpolished for someone coming off such a fantastic season in the SEC. His background:A right-handed high school pitcher has never been taken No. 1 overall. Hernandezhas a shot to change that. Why the Nats will take him:The 6-foot-4, 195-pound Californian is as impressive as a high school pitcher can be. He has a prototypical ace's build and real-deal athleticism. His heater sits comfortably in the high-90s and is complemented by a changeup that most evaluators grade out as plus or better. Hernandez has two different breaking balls, both of which have gotten better over the past calendar year. He performed against the best possible competition while playing for the best high school team in the country. It's everything you could possibly want from this type of player. Why they won't:There's a reason teams don't often use top picks on right-handed high school hurlers. It's a supremely risky demographic as far as translating to big-league success. Of the 100 players selected in the top 10 over the past 10 years, only seven were high school righties. And since 2019, just two high school righties — Jackson Jobe of the Tigers and Noble Meyer of the Marlins — have been taken in the top 10. The only no-doubt success story from this group so far has been Hunter Greene, who went second overall in 2018. It's not Hernandez's fault, but the burden of history is heavy. His background:Built like an NBA wing at a gangly 6-foot-5, Arquette was one of the best hitters in college baseball this season. Because of his size, some evaluators believe he'll end up at the hot corner as a pro.For the record, I disagree. I think Arquette is a freak whose unique athleticism will let him stick at shortstop. Either way, he's the top college bat on the majority of boards. Why the Nats will take him:No other college position player in this draft has Arquette's ceiling. He's a physical marvel; the only legitimate body comparison is Cal Ripken Jr. And some teams are put off by the high school ranks, preferring to select players who are closer to being finished products. Why they won't:Arquette has some big chase issues, particularly on breaking balls. Players with long levers like this tend to take more time to adjust to pro pitching, even coming from college. Plus, Arquette's defensive future is far from a given. In all, there are probably too many questions here for the Nats to take him first.

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Knicks expected to hire Mike Brown as next head coach, reports say

Knicks expected to hire Mike Brown as next head coach, reports say

The New York Knicks are set to hire two-time NBA Coach of the Year Mike Brown as their head coach, according to multiple reports. Brown, 55, was most recently head coach of the Sacramento Kings. The Kings hired Brown in 2022, and he led the team to back-to-back winning seasons before he was fired in December after a 13-18 start. Brown will have big shoes to fill in New York. The Knicks finished 51-31 under Tom Thibodeau in 2025, their best regular season win total since 2013. In the playoffs, New York made it to the conference finals for the first time in 25 years. Since 2000, Thibodeau is the only head coach who has led New York for more than 300 regular season games. He also led the Knicks to more playoff wins than all the coaches from 2001 to 2020 combined. Thibodeau went 226-174 in five seasons with the Knicks, advancing to the postseason four times. New Yorkfired Thibodeau in Juneafter the team lost to the Indiana Pacers in six games in the conference finals. Before his stint with Sacramento, Brown was an assistant with the Golden State Warriors — with whom he won three championships — as well as head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers (twice) and the Los Angeles Lakers. From 2005 to 2010, Brown led LeBron James and the Cavaliers to two 60-win seasons, as well as an NBA Finals appearance in 2007. He won his first Coach of the Year award in 2009. He would next coach the Lakers, making the playoffs in 2012 before he was fired only five games into the following season. Brown spent one more season in Cleveland, 2013-14, then joined the Warriors staff in 2016, spending six seasons with the club. He acted as head coach for 12 games during the 2017 playoffs while Steve Kerr was absent because of a back issue, posting a 12-0 record. UPenn to ban trans athletes, feds say, ending civil rights case focused on swimmer Lia Thomas Cuban women's volleyball team denied U.S. visas to compete in Puerto Rico A basketball fan's dream vacation: Michael Jordan's onetime Chicago mansion listed on Airbnb In 2023, Brown was Coach of the Year again after he led the Kings to their first postseason appearance in 17 years. Sacramento won 46 games in 2024 but failed to make the playoffs after they lost in the Play-In Tournament. In 758 career games, Brown has a 454-304 record, a .599 winning percentage. Not including the games he coached in place of Kerr, he also has a 50-40 record in the postseason.

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23 Former Disney Channel Stars Who Are Now Parents

23 Former Disney Channel Stars Who Are Now Parents

Olivia Wong/Getty; Dominik Magdziak Photography/Getty; Natasha Campos/Getty Your favorite child stars are all grown up! Stars such asLindsay Lohan,Brenda Song,Bridgit Mendler,Vanessa Hudgensand more played such a pivotal role in many of our upbringings. From acting in the shows that we loved, to making the music we danced to, to informing our fashion choices and our day-to-day lingo, Disney Channel stars felt like they were practically our friends. Well, prepare to feel old because some of those child stars are now parents.That's So Raven'sAnneliese van der Pol recently revealed she is expecting her first child and she joins some of your favorite Disney darlings who are enjoying parenthood. Below, check out some of the Disney Channel stars who are now parents. Joey Andrew Many will recognizeAnnaliese van der Polas Raven Baxter's hilariously ditzy bestie, Chelsea, but the actress will be stepping into a new role come October. The formerThat's So Ravenstarrevealed she and her husband,Johnno Wilson, are expecting their first baby together on June 27. "We're having a girl! I have two sisters and I could not be happier to bring another girl into the sisterhood," van der Pol told PEOPLE, adding that they found out they are having a girl when Johnno hit a golf ball that exploded into pink powder. "I didn't realize how much I wanted a girl until he swung and it went pink." "Of course, you just want a healthy child, and a boy would've been exciting too, but there's something about a girl in this time that I'm just so proud of," she said. Lindsay Lohan/Instagram Lindsay Lohanis relishing in every moment of being a mom since welcoming herson Luaiwith husbandBader Shammasin 2023. "Every morning waking up and running to grab my son and just looking at him and when he looks me back in the eyes, I'm going to get emotional. It's just the most beautiful. I'm just so grateful every day," theFreaky Fridayactress said while onGood Morning America. "We always move so fast, so I feel like that's the one thing I've learned over time, taking time for myself and really just cherishing every moment," she added. Christopher Polk/Variety via Getty High School MusicalstarVanessa Hudgenshas been pretty low-key about her relationship with her baseball player husband, Cole Tucker, whom shemarried back in 2023. The couple has kept their lives as parents just as private as theyquietly welcomed their first child togetherlast summer. The birthdate, sex and name are not known. Aly Michalka/Instagram Half of the sister band Aly & AJ,Phil of the Futurestar Aly Michalka, became a parent when she and her husband, Stephen Ringer, welcomed a bouncing baby boy named Jack Francis Michalka-Ringer on April 1, 2024. "It was a very peaceful and calm birth, which is really what we were hoping for," she toldPEOPLE of baby Jack's arrival. "He's just a great little guy. He's got a really special disposition about him." Jamie McCarthy/Getty; Bridgit Mendler/X Outside of being an accomplished actress, a graduate of MIT andthe CEO of Northwood Space— a startup with the mission to create a "data highway between earth and space" — Bridgit Mendler is also a mom to a son she adopted in 2022. The formerGood Luck Charliemade the announcement on X last year: "The other news I wanted to share is I'm a mama to a sweet 4yo boy. Started fostering in 2021 adopted near Christmas of 2022." "I'm so lucky — being a parent is the biggest gift and most defining experience there is," Mendler added. Amy Sussman/Getty Brenda Song, known for her role as London Tipton onThe Suite Life of Zack and Cody, is a mom of two boys. The actress welcomed sonDakota Song Culkinin April 2021 alongside partnerMacaulay Culkin, and they expanded their family with Carson, who arrived some time in late 2022. FormerGood Luck, CharliestarRaven Goodwinshares two little ones with her husband, Wiley Battle, whom she married in 2021. The couple welcomed their first child, Riley Rosa Bell Battle, back in 2020, before expanding their family with the arrival of their second baby, a boy named Raj Howard, who joined the brood in 2024. Kayla Oaddams/Getty; Skai Jackson /Instagram Skai Jacksoncame on the scene when she was just a wee tot, stealing the spotlight in shows such asJessieandBunk'd. And while she continues to act, the now 23-year-old is also mommy to son Kasai. PEOPLE exclusively confirmed in November 2024 thatJackson was expecting her first babywith her then-boyfriend. "I'm thrilled to begin this new chapter in my life — embracing motherhood and diving into new acting projects. My heart is so full!" Jackson told PEOPLE at the time. In May, the former Disney star filed a request for a restraining order in L.A. County Superior Court againsther son Kasai'sfather, Deondre Burgin, over domestic abuse allegations.TMZwas the first to report the news. In documents obtained by PEOPLE, Jackson claimed that Burgin assaulted her on Mother's Day, while she was holding their newborn son. She alleged that Burgin grabbed her by the hair, slammed her head against a car window and punched her in the face. (PEOPLE reached out to Burgin for comment at the time but did not hear back.) Kirsten Storms/Instagram Kirsten Storms, a.k.a Zenon Kar of theZenon: Girl of the 21st Century, Zenon: The Zequel,andZenon: Z3trilogy, is a mom to preteen daughter, Harper Rose Barash. And at only 11 years old, Storms' mini-me is already following in her thespian footsteps. Harper Rose has showcased her acting chops onGeneral Hospital,which Storms also stars. Ashley Leggat/Instagram Ashley Leggat has her hands full as a proud girl mom of three. TheLife with Derekactress welcomed daughters Olivia Patricia Anne and London Marie in 2017 and 2019 with husband Jeremy Williams. In July 2022, Leggat revealed their "girl gang is complete" with the welcoming of their third daughter Lyla. Hilary Duff/Instagram Hilary Duff, who played the titular role ofLizzie McGuirein the early 2000s, is a mother of three kids. Her son and eldest child, Luca Cruz Comrie, whom she shares with ex-husband Mike Comrie, was born in March 2012. Duff and her husband Matthew Koma welcomed their daughter, Banks Violet Bair, into the world in October 2018. The couple had their second daughter, Mae James Bair, in March 2021 and in 2024, theyadded another girlto the bunch, welcoming Townes Meadow on May 3, at home in a water birth. Jonas Brothers singerKevin Jonas, who starred on Disney Channel'sJONASseries and in the Disney Channel original movieCamp Rock, is a father of two children. Kevin and wifeDaniellewelcomed their first daughter,Alena Rose, in February 2014. The couple had their second daughter,Valentina Angelina, in October 2016. "I grew up with four boys in the house,"Kevin told PEOPLE. "So I'm getting to relearn what young women want in their life from an early age, which is so cool to see because I didn't experience it." Joe Jonas, who also starred onJONASand theCamp Rockfilms with his brothers, has two kids with ex-wifeSophie Turner. The two became parents when they welcomed their daughter Willain July 2020and then again withDelphine, on July 14, 2022. Shortly after Willa's birth, Jonas described the time spent with his daughter as "amazing" during an interview withCBS This Morningin May 2021.He also opened upabout what he's learned as a new father: "Naps are nice. All around." Joe and Turner split in Sept. 2023 and their divorce was finalized a year later. Priyanka Chopra/Instagram Nick Jonasalso became a girl dad when he and wife Priyanka Chopra welcomed Malti Marie on Jan. 15, 2022. Though they keep little Malti fairly out of the spotlight for the most part, the proud parents will delight fans with somecute snippetsof the three-year-old every now and then on social media. David Henrie, who played Justin Russo onWizards of Waverly Place, is a dad of two children. Henrie and wifeMaria Cahillwelcomed daughterPia Philomena Francescain March 2019. The couplewelcomed their son James Thomas Augustine Emanuelon Christmas Day in 2020. In December 2021, the couple announced thatthey are expecting their third child togetherand welcomed Gemma Claire on July 17, 2022. Tia Mowry, former star of the Disney Channel original movieTwitchesand its sequelTwitches Too, has two children with ex-husbandCory Hardrict. Their son,Cree Taylor, was born in June 2011 and their daughter,Cairo Tiahna, was born in May 2018. The mom of twoshared with PEOPLEthe thing she loves most about parenting. "I love watching my children grow up. Even when I was pregnant, I loved experiencing the entire process," she said. "It's really a miracle." Tia and Hardrictsplit after 14 years of marriagein October 2022. Tamera Mowry, who starred alongside twin sister Tia in theTwitchesmovies, has two kids with husbandAdam Housley. The actress gave birth to their first sonAden John Tannerin November 2012. In July 2015, the couple welcomed their second child, daughterAriah Talea. The mom of twoshared her adviceto fellow parents onGood Morning Americasaying, "Just take it one day at a time. Know that your best is good enough." She added, "There are gonna be days where you have it together and then there are going to be days where you fall apart and that's okay! It's a part of the journey. It's life." Known for her roles as Ren Stevens onEven Stevensand voicing the titular character onKim Possible,Christy Carlson Romanohas two kids. Isabella "Izzy" Victoriais her firstborn daughter, whom she shares with husbandBrendan Rooney. She was born on Christmas in 2016. The proud parents welcomed their second daughter,Sophia Elizabeth, in February 2019. The mom of twotold PEOPLE, "We are going to raise both our daughters to believe that they can do anything!" Ashley Tisdale, who played Sharpay Evans in theHigh School Musicalfranchise and Maddie Fitzpatrick onThe Suite Life of Zack & Cody, has two kids. The actress and her husband,Christopher French, welcomed their daughterJupiter Irisin March 2021 and three years later, in September 2024, their second daughter,Emerson Cloverjoined the family. Tisdale previously opened up about motherhood on her blog, writing, "I'm excited about this new adventure, and I'm being very optimistic with every step." She added, "Chris and I are so excited and are fully embracing and celebrating this monumental moment." Kaycee Stroh, known for her role as Martha Cox in theHigh School Musicalfranchise, has two daughters with husbandBen Higginson. The actress gave birth to their first child, Zetta Lee, in May 2013. The couple welcomed their second daughter, Lettie Louise, in October 2015. Stroh toldModern Momafter having her first born in 2013, "Zetta and I have a very packed schedule full of singing, dancing, reading and napping. Whenever she goes down, I always make a mad dash to do the laundry, clean, put an audition on tape, do an interview, prepare for an event, or throw something in the Crock-Pot." FormerSonny with a ChanceactressTiffany Thorntonis a mom of four children. She shares sons Kenneth James and Bentley Cash with her late husbandChris Carney. Kenneth was born in August 2012, while Bentley was born in March 2014. In May 2018, Thornton welcomed her third child, daughterJuliet Joy, with husbandJosiah Capaci. The couple welcomed another daughter namedKimber Join July 2021. When the actressfound out she was pregnantwith Kimber Jo, she joyfullywrote on Instagram, "We are over the moon that God has blessed us with another tiny, growing person!! There is NOTHING I wouldn't do to protect my kiddos and my own body as I grow this little miracle!" Kyla Pratt, known for voicing Penny Proud onThe Proud Family, is a mom of two girls. The actress welcomed her first daughter, Lyric Kirkpatrick, alongside partner Danny Kirkpatrick in November 2010. The couple's second daughter, Liyah Kirkpatrick, arrived in August 2013. The mom of twoshared inspiring words on her Instagramto uplift other parents. "Breathe life into your children regardless of your circumstances. Encourage them to try and Remind them failure is a part of the process. Trust me it will follow them throughout their journey," she said. Danielle Panabaker, who starred in Disney Channel original movies likeStuck in the SuburbsandRead It and Weep, is a mom of two. The actress and husbandHayes Robbinswelcomedtheir first childin April 2020 and their second followed in July 2022. The couple keeps their kids' identities private, though Panabaker gushed about motherhood following the birth of her first born. "This was good but holding you in my arms is an indescribable feeling,"Panabaker wrote alongside an Instagram photoof her baby bump. "Happy to announce that our baby was born and we are safe, happy, and healthy at home." Read the original article onPeople

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Richard Simmons 'Went Cold Turkey on Everyone' Until the Last 7 Months of His Life (Exclusive)

Richard Simmons 'Went Cold Turkey on Everyone' Until the Last 7 Months of His Life (Exclusive)

American Broadcasting Companies via Getty Nearly a year after Richard Simmons' death at age 76, those closest to the fitness guru reflect on his roughly decade-long public absence "He just went cold turkey on everyone," says his former manager Michael Catalano But in the months before his death, Simmons was energized by a new project - a potential Broadway musical about his life After years in the spotlight, Richard Simmons, the once-ubiquitous fitness and health guru who became a household name in the '80s, suddenly retreated from public view in the early months of 2014, shortly before he turned 66. The move came as a shock, even to those among the legend's inner circle. "I was concerned about the abruptness of it," Michael Catalano, Simmons's longtime manager dating back to the peak of his fitness days, tells PEOPLE, adding later, "He just went cold turkey on everyone." MOVI Inc For almost a decade, Simmons insulated himself from most contact with friends and his professional network. Speculation about his disappearance abounded, but Catalano says years of intense workouts had taken a toll on the megastar's body, a fact Simmons himself confirmed in an interview withPEOPLEdays before his death. Still, the distance was difficult for those closest to him. "It was very abrupt for me too. I mean Richard was a huge part of my life and career and my business," he says, adding, "We traveled all over the world together and it was a real loss. It was like he died, honestly." Simmons's longtime publicist Tom Estey said the decision to avoid venturing from his home in the Hollywood Hills ultimately came of Simmons' own volition. "He did know that people missed him and he missed them, but he never took his eye nor his heart off them," Estey said. 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. But Simmons made a sudden return to the public discourse around January 2024, after discovering plans for a film about his life that was set to move forward without his permission. He quickly turned to social media to distance himself from the production and explain that he wanted "to live a quiet life and be peaceful." In the months before he died in July 2024, Simmons was also energized by a new project – writing lyrics for a Broadway musical about his life alongside famed musician Patrick Leonard. "He found some peace in coming back and reconnecting with all people he had not spoken to in years," Catalano said. "I think he always hoped that he was helping people on a very difficult journey, one that he knew very well." Read the original article onPeople

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July 02, 2025

Richard Simmons 'Went Cold Turkey on Everyone' Until the Last 7 Months of His Life (Exclusive)

Richard Simmons 'Went Cold Turkey on Everyone' Until the Last 7 Months of His Life (Exclusive) American Broadcasting Companies via G...

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Gary Woodland chosen as final assistant captain for US Ryder Cup team

Gary Woodland chosen as final assistant captain for US Ryder Cup team

FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Former U.S. Open champion Gary Woodland will make his first Ryder Cup appearance this year, announced Wednesday as the fifth and final assistant to U.S. captain Keegan Bradley for the matches at Bethpage Black. Woodland joins Jim Furyk, Brandt Snedeker, Kevin Kisner and Webb Simpson as U.S. assistants when the Americans try to win back the cup from Europe on Sept. 26-28. The assistants could take on extra significance this year as Bradley decides whether to be the first playing captain since 1963. Bradley won the Travelers Championship two weeks ago, giving him more wins in the last year than any American except Scottie Scheffler. Two months remain before the six players qualify, followed by six captain's picks. "As a major champion and someone who is still competing at a high level, he is well aware of the demands of performing on golf's biggest stages," Bradley said of Woodland, who won the 2019 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach. "He will be a valuable leader for us over the coming months and throughout the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black." Woodland's lone experience in team matches was playing in the 2019 Presidents Cup at Royal Melbourne, going 1-1-1 in another U.S. victory. Tiger Woods was a playing captain that year. The Kansas native is favorite among players and a recent winner of the PGA Tour Courage award for having a lesion removed from his brain in September 2023 on a tract that caused unfounded fears. Woodland was runner-up in the Houston Open this year and is No. 68 in the FedEx Cup. ___ AP golf:https://apnews.com/hub/golf

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Gary Woodland chosen as final assistant captain for US Ryder Cup team

Gary Woodland chosen as final assistant captain for US Ryder Cup team FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Former U.S. Open champion Gary Woodland will make...

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Indiana Fever’s Sophie Cunningham Slammed for Criticizing Detroit and Cleveland as Future WNBA Cities

Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham Slammed for Criticizing Detroit and Cleveland as Future WNBA Cities

Justin Casterline/Getty Sophie Cunningham has opinions about the WNBA's expansion plans "I don't know how excited people are to be going to Detroit or [Cleveland]," the Indiana Fever star said The WNBA also plans to give Philadelphia a franchise in 2030 Sophie Cunninghamhas opinions about the WNBA's plan to expand to Detroit and Cleveland, and fans of the cities aren't appreciating her comments. When asked about the league's announcement that it would add the two teams in 2028 and 2029 — as well as one in Philadelphia in 2030 — the Indiana Fever guard was frank in her assessment. "You want to listen to your players, too. Like where do they want to play?"Cunningham, 28, told reporters on Tuesday, July 1. "Where are they going to get excited to play and draw fans?... I don't know how excited people are to be going to Detroit or [Cleveland]." After the Columbia, Missouri native made the implication that the two cities were less-than-desirable destinations, some of their most famous residents spoke out on social media. Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty "Cleveland in the summertime," Cavaliers starDonovan Mitchellwrote on Xalongside two sun emojis. His teammateTristan Thompsonhad more to say about the Midwest bastion of sports. "Cleveland is an unbelievable sports town, with great people, great restaurants, and its great for outdoor/nature activities,"Thompson wrote on X. "Still surprises me to see people say stuff like this." 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. Meanwhile, Detroiters were similarly taken aback, including those who man the city's X account. "The last time we were home to a WNBA team (Detroit Shock) we ranked top five in attendance for five straight seasons, No. 1 in attendance for three straight seasons and set a single-game attendance record of 22,076 fans at Game 3 of the 2003 WNBA Finals,"the city of Detroit wrote. Cunningham further hedged her opinion about the league's plans, questioning whether the WNBA was expanding "too fast" while at the same time offering other more "amazing" cities that would have been her next choices for franchise opportunities. "Miami would have been a great one, everybody loves sports," she said. "Nashville is an amazing city. Kansas City is an amazing opportunity, there's a huge arena downtown no one is using." Read the original article onPeople

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Indiana Fever’s Sophie Cunningham Slammed for Criticizing Detroit and Cleveland as Future WNBA Cities

Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham Slammed for Criticizing Detroit and Cleveland as Future WNBA Cities Justin Casterline/Getty Sophie Cun...

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Jennifer Lopez & Ben Affleck Take $60M Mansion Off Market After 1 Year in 'Decision They Made Together': Source

Jennifer Lopez & Ben Affleck Take $60M Mansion Off Market After 1 Year in 'Decision They Made Together': Source

Monica Schipper/GA/The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images; Lumeimages/Shutterstock Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have taken their Beverly Hills mansion off the market after it has failed to find a buyer for a year. "While they've been hoping to sell the property, they've also been hesitant to take a big loss, "a source tells PEOPLE. "They lowered the price to get more interest and when this didn't happen, they were advised to take it off the market. It was a business decision that they made together." According to a real estate source, "It's a rough sellers market and especially for that price point. Taking it off the market until it's more of a seller friendly climate, seems like the smartest decision." The former couple, who split in 2024 after two years of marriage, first tried toshop the estate off market, a common practice among A-listerswishing to maintain privacy, in June of that year. However, theypublicly listed the home for sale in Julywith an asking price of $68 million, PEOPLE confirmed at the time. After 10 months with no takers, theyslashed the asking price significantly by $8.5 millionto $59.5 million. As of July 2, public real estate records show it has been removed from the market. Affleck and Lopez, whomarried in July 2022, purchased the 12-bedroom, 24-bathroom, 38,000 sq. ft. California home in May 2023 for $60,805,000. Getty Images According to itslisting, the home was "recently renovated with the highest level of quality" and includes amenities such as a bar, sports lounge, fully equipped gym, boxing ring and courts for basketball and pickleball. Additional features include a 12-car garage, 5,000-square-foot guest penthouse, caretaker house and a two-bedroom guardhouse. Lopezfiled for divorcefrom Affleck on the second anniversary of theirtraditional wedding ceremonyin Georgia, held on Aug. 20, 2022. The actress andsinger purchased a new homenear Los Angeles for about $18 million in March 2025, property records show. The move came aftershe and Affleck finalized their divorceon January 6, 2025. She initiallyfiled for divorce from the actor on Tuesday, Aug. 20, the second anniversary of theirtraditional wedding ceremonyin Georgia. Darren Gerrish/Getty; Gary Miller/WireImage Affleck has also moved on to a new home. He purchased ahome in Brentwood for $20 millionlast summer. The actorclosed escrowon the five-bedroom property on July 24, PEOPLE confirmed at the time, which wascoincidentally Lopez's 55th birthday. "The environment is family-friendly, but it could easily be transformed into a bachelor pad," a source told PEOPLE, adding that Affleck's new neighborhood, which is home to numerous other entertainment industry A-listers, "boasts a sophisticated crowd—it's not trendy. Real establishment." Read the original article onPeople

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Jennifer Lopez & Ben Affleck Take $60M Mansion Off Market After 1 Year in 'Decision They Made Together': Source

Jennifer Lopez & Ben Affleck Take $60M Mansion Off Market After 1 Year in 'Decision They Made Together': Source Monica Schipper/...

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Guy Fieri's Chicken Guy! restaurant sued by winner of chef's game show

Guy Fieri's Chicken Guy! restaurant sued by winner of chef's game show

Chicken Guy!, the restaurant of celebrity chef and Food Network starGuy Fieri, is being sued by the former winner of the "Guy's Chance Of A Lifetime" reality game show competition over breach of contract, according to federal court records. Philadelphia-based chef Kevin Cooper filed the lawsuit in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania on Friday, June 27, against Fieri's brand, Chicken Guy LLC, and Earl Enterprises, LLC, owned by Fieri's business partner and Planet Hollywood CEO and founder, Robert Earl. After being declared the winner of the show in February 2022, Cooper alleges the "enforceable contract" he entered, which included a guaranteed $100,000 first-year salary and a Chicken Guy! franchise, was breached by Fieri's and Earl's companies, the complaint obtained by USA TODAY reads. In addition to the six-figure first-year salary and franchise, Cooper was supposed to receive a build of of the space for the franchise, operational expenses if they exceed the revenue of the franchise in the first year, a waiver of franchise fees and a $10,000 stipend for legal fees for the franchise, according to complaint. Cooper is requesting a $100,000 judgment for guaranteed minimum salary and a court order requiring Fieri's and Earl's companies to pay $68,933.26 in expenses. USA TODAY contacted Chicken Guy! and Fieri's reps on Wednesday, July 2, but has not received a response. According to theChicken Guy! website, the restaurant was "hatched from the minds" of Fieri and Earl in 2018, with both men having the vision to "take crispy, juicy chicken, elevate it with bold brines and fresh herbs, and pair it with a wide range of signature sauces." "Together, (Fieri and Earl) created a dining experience that brings big-time flavor, saucy personality, and chicken done right to the fast-casual scene," according to the website. "And that's how the Chicken Guy! Story began—one crave-worthy tender at a time." The first Chicken Guy! location opened at Disney Springs in Orlando, Florida. Since then, the restaurant has expanded to 19 locations in cities and states across the U.S., with "new locations joining the flock each year," the company's website says. Jonathan Limehouse covers breaking and trending news for USA TODAY. Reach him at JLimehouse@gannett.com. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Guy Fieri's restaurant sued by winner of Food Network game show

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Guy Fieri's Chicken Guy! restaurant sued by winner of chef's game show

Guy Fieri's Chicken Guy! restaurant sued by winner of chef's game show Chicken Guy!, the restaurant of celebrity chef and Food Netwo...

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