For all the sequels and remakes pumped out by Hollywood, the most overplayed storyline is the death or downfall of a once luminous child star — usually at the hands of addiction or mental illness. Hayden Panettiere is now sadly one of them. The troubled actress passed away over the weekend from an apparent overdose. … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have a chronic illness and have been on a long-term leave of absence from my job for two years now. I have always surrounded myself with good people and have been blessed with great friends and family. When I was diagnosed, everyone was supportive. There were many platitudes, not the least of … Read more
DEAR ABBY: Eighteen months ago, I was staying with my son and his family when they had a get-together with his wife, “Corrine’s,” father. His wife, Corrine’s stepmother, had just finished chemo for several different types of cancer. When Corrine’s dad went to leave, I offered to put together a small plate for his wife, … Read more
No thanks to the Academy. In an interview with the Guardian published on Thursday, Melissa Leo, 65, griped that winning an Oscar, “has not been good for me or my career.” “I didn’t dream of it, I never wanted it,” the “All My Children Actress” added. “And I had a much better career before I … Read more
James Cameron is setting the record straight. The filmmaker, 71, is refuting Matt Damon’s claims that the actor was offered a role in the “Avatar” franchise, which ultimately went to Sam Worthington. “He was never offered the part,” Cameron told The Hollywood Reporter. “I can’t remember if I sent him the script or not. I … Read more
Multiple mags have reportedly reached out to Kimberly Guilfoyle to ask if she’d grace their covers — a coveted spot where Republican faces are rarely seen. Greek Vogue “reached out first, then In Style and Vanity Fair. They all want her for their covers and are promising a big photo shoot and global coverage,” a … Read more
Someone’s lying. Pamela Anderson responded to Sylvester Stallone denying that he once offered to buy her a condo and Porsche to date her. “Well, how could you make that up?” Anderson, 58, said as she doubled down on her claims during her Sunday appearance on “Watch What Happens Live.” Pamela Anderson, Sylvester Stallone at the … Read more
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s Rachel Brosnahan in a public restroom. The actress, 34, revealed what she was doing when James Gunn called to offer her the role of Lois Lane in the new “Superman.” “I was in SoHo, in a public bathroom,” she said on “Jenna & Friends” Wednesday. “I had my … Read more
Fans almost saw Frank Sinatra do it, his way. Although fans know Bruce Willis for playing the iconic role of John McClane in the 1988 action/thriller “Die Hard,” it turns out that 20th Century Studios was contractually obligated to offer a certain A-list singer the role first. “Die Hard” was adapted from the 1979 novel “Nothing Lasts … Read more
Forget judging “America’s Got Talent.” Simon Cowell once got offered $150K to judge a random couple having sex — but the outspoken TV personality turned it down. Cowell, 65, reminisced about the bizarre ordeal on Wednesday’s episode of the “How to Fail” podcast while addressing other odd offers he’s been presented with over the years. “People used … Read more
A passenger on a recent Delta flight is laughing all the way to the bank. Traveling before or after a holiday weekend is always hectic for both fliers and airlines. However, one traveler was at the right place at the right time when the popular airline offered him $3,000 to change flights. Here’s what exactly … Read more
Here’s Johnny. Anjelica Huston, 73, revealed that her ex, Jack Nicholson, 87, called to offer her his house to stay at while she was fleeing the LA wildfires in January. “The phone just rang out of nowhere, and it was him,” Huston told People in an interview published Thursday. “It’s always a comfort when he … Read more
This vacation is to die for. Nearly 50 “White Lotus” superfans will soon be living like their favorite on-screen characters – swimming in Hawaii’s crystal-blue waters, sipping Aperol spritzes in Italy, and dodging venomous snakes in Thailand – during a once-in-a-lifetime vacation inspired by the hit HBO murder-mystery series. For a mind-bending, all-inclusive $188,000 per … Read more
Novo Nordisk will cut the price of its blockbuster weight loss medication Wegovy to $499 per month for certain patients who pay using their own money instead of going through insurance, the drug maker said on Wednesday. The move could cause more patients to start taking the drug. But the impact stands to be limited, … Read more
Call it a “whoopie” cushion. OnlyFans top earner and devout Christian Sophie Rain set the internet alight after revealing that porn companies are pitching her over a million dollars to lose her much-talked-about virginity. “Multiple companies actually offered me seven figures to take my V-card,” the chaste Rain, 20, divulged to fellow content creator Camilla … Read more
Caroline Vidmar was the ultimate victim of Operation: Italy. On Wednesday’s episode of “Survivor 47,” Andy Rueda flipped on his five-person alliance and devised a sneaky plan with Sam Phalen and Genevieve Mushaluk to take out Rachel LaMont. But after LaMont won immunity, the trio targeted Vidmar — and the 28-year-old strategy consultant was voted out … Read more
Longest flight delay ever. Elon Musk may have promised to make commercial space travel an everyday event with SpaceX, but those with infinite memories will recall the idea being floated many moons ago — while one would-be carrier even handed out IOUs. Pan Am — the airline considered to be among the best of the world during … Read more
With a record 99 Grammy nominations and acclaim as one of the most influential artists in music history, pop superstar Beyoncé and her expansive cultural legacy will be the subject of a new course at Yale University next year. Titled “Beyoncé Makes History: Black Radical Tradition, Culture, Theory & Politics Through Music,” the one-credit class will focus … Read more
I was offered a job with amazing benefits — health, dental, flexible schedule, the works — but the pay is terrible. It’s about half the industry standard. Do I try talking them into more money, or just walk away? Why would you walk away without trying? If you won’t take the job at the salary … Read more
He wants to do the work. Conan O’Brien revealed that he approached “The White Lotus” creator Mike White and offered to play a sex worker on the Emmy winning HBO series. The comedian and former talk show host, 61, recalled his hilarious pitch during a recent episode of his “Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend” podcast. … Read more