Ariana Grande refused to sing hip-hop version of ‘Wicked’ hit ‘Popular’: ‘Absolutely not’

Ariana Grande refused to sing hip-hop version of ‘Wicked’ hit ‘Popular’: ‘Absolutely not’

Ariana Grande is not that girl. The Grammy winner, 31, isn’t looking to change the long beloved song “Popular” from “Wicked” despite being pitched a different and new version of the tune. “In the spirit of being open to new things for the movie, my music team and I thought, let’s refresh the rhythm. Let’s, … Read more

I refused to be a bridesmaid at my BFF’s wedding — I’m a hot model and her menu was unhealthy

I refused to be a bridesmaid at my BFF’s wedding — I’m a hot model and her menu was unhealthy

This bridesmaid refused to say “I do.” Tiele Azambuja, a Brazilian bodybuilder and booty model, has backed out of her bestie’s bridal party after being told she “wasn’t allowed” to bring her own food to the fête.  “I take my lifestyle very seriously,” carb-conscious Azambuja, 29, told NeedtoKnow.  As a fitness fox, Azambuja is not … Read more

Whoopi Goldberg claims NYC bakery ‘refused’ to make her a birthday dessert because of her ‘politics’

Whoopi Goldberg claims NYC bakery ‘refused’ to make her a birthday dessert because of her ‘politics’

A sweet moment, soured. Whoopi Goldberg has claimed that an NYC bakery refused to serve her because of her political beliefs — and the 145-year-old eatery has now fired back. On Wednesday’s episode of “The View,” Goldberg and her co-hosts Sunny Hostin, Alyssa Farah Griffin, Joy Behar and Sara Haines, took a moment to celebrate … Read more

Amy Adams refused ‘very dirty’ SNL song that would be ‘scarring’ for young fans

Amy Adams refused ‘very dirty’ SNL song that would be ‘scarring’ for young fans

Amy Adams demonstrated one of the first rules of comedy: Know your audience. Former “Saturday Night Live” cast member Seth Meyers, along with fellow “SNL” alums Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone, took time during “The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast” to break down a song from a 2008 episode hosted by Adams. While discussing the … Read more

I refused to stop using my ex-husband’s last name — now he and his new spouse are pissed at me

I refused to stop using my ex-husband’s last name — now he and his new spouse are pissed at me

She’s making a name for herself now — with his. A woman married to her husband for over 25 years refuses to give him back his last name as he prepares to marry again. Taking her tale to Reddit, the 56-year-old woman said that the two “mutually agreed to part ways” two years ago after … Read more

Paul Mescal refused to give up these 2 vices for ‘Gladiator 2’ physique — here’s where he ‘drew a line’

Paul Mescal refused to give up these 2 vices for ‘Gladiator 2’ physique — here’s where he ‘drew a line’

Paul Mescal was ready to enter the arena on his own terms. The “Gladiator II” star revealed that while getting into peak physical condition for the upcoming film, there were two things he refused to give up. “I was working with a trainer who circled me like a shark and said, ‘There is a canvas to … Read more

Winona Ryder reveals why her parents refused to relocate her to LA as a child: ‘Very wary of Hollywood’

Winona Ryder reveals why her parents refused to relocate her to LA as a child: ‘Very wary of Hollywood’

Winona Ryder has revealed that her parents were “very wary of Hollywood” throughout her childhood. The “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” actress, 52, was propelled to global stardom in the late 1980s, but her parents were against the idea of her packing up and moving to Tinseltown at a young age. Instead, they drove 7 hours from San … Read more

Winona Ryder reveals why Jeff Bridges refused to kiss her during ‘Fearless’ audition

Winona Ryder reveals why Jeff Bridges refused to kiss her during ‘Fearless’ audition

Never been kissed by Jeff Bridges. Winona Ryder, 52, revealed on Josh Horowitz’s “Happy Sad Confused” podcast that Bridges, 74, refused to lock lips with the “Stranger Things” star when they were auditioning for the 1993 drama film “Fearless.” And Bridges did that for all the right reasons. Winona Ryder on “Happy Sad Confused” podcast. … Read more

Meghan Markle is refused a trademark for American Riviera Orchard ahead of launch

Meghan Markle is refused a trademark for American Riviera Orchard ahead of launch

Meghan Markle’s impending lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard has been dealt a fresh blow after its trademark application had been refused. The Duchess of Sussex’s application was rejected by the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), who warned that businesses cannot trademark geographical locations, The Telegraph reports. American Riviera is a sweet nod to Santa … Read more

Elle Macpherson reveals ‘shock’ breast cancer diagnosis, refused chemotherapy from 32 doctors: ‘It was unexpected’

Elle Macpherson reveals ‘shock’ breast cancer diagnosis, refused chemotherapy from 32 doctors: ‘It was unexpected’

Elle Macpherson has revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer seven years ago and is now finally in remission. The supermodel, 60, said she refused to undergo chemotherapy treatment — despite it being strongly recommended by 32 doctors. In her upcoming memoir “Elle: Life, Lessons, and Learning to Trust Yourself,” the Aussie catwalk star … Read more

My lazy husband refused to help with chores — so I went on strike

My lazy husband refused to help with chores — so I went on strike

A mom who nearly left her partner because she was “fed up with him not helping with household chores” went on strike – and says it worked. Karla Loft, 32, says she’s spent most of her entire 11-year relationship keeping her house tidy, without much help from her partner, Carl Scott, 42, a youth work … Read more

Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez refused to film Disney crossover scenes together — thanks to mutual ex Nick Jonas

Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez refused to film Disney crossover scenes together — thanks to mutual ex Nick Jonas

Even the Disney Channel child stars couldn’t escape high school drama. Miley Cyrus and Selena Gomez “only got along intermittently,” as they were once at odds over Nick Jonas, according to “Wizards of Waverly Place” alum Jennifer Stone. Stone, 31, discussed the situation on Monday’s episode of her and David DeLuise’s rewatch podcast “Wizards of … Read more

I refused to do housework just days after I gave birth—my husband can’t cope

I refused to do housework just days after I gave birth—my husband can’t cope

Every new mom has the right to get some rest after birthing a whole new human, but one mom’s question around whether she should help more at home has gone viral. The 26-year old new mom, who already has a primary school age son, took to a popular forum to ask for advice after her husband said he needed more help … Read more

‘Entitled’ mom who refused to return her shopping cart in viral TikTok doubles down on live news broadcast

‘Entitled’ mom who refused to return her shopping cart in viral TikTok doubles down on live news broadcast

She’s really buggin’. A California mom who went viral for her rant about grocery store shopping carts was invited to make her point for viewers on KTLA 5 Weekend Morning News on Saturday, reaffirming her controversial stance that returning buggies isn’t worth her time. “I’m not returning my shopping cart, and you can judge me … Read more

Kevin Costner refused to shorten his 17-minute eulogy at Whitney Houston’s funeral: ‘They can get over that’

Kevin Costner refused to shorten his 17-minute eulogy at Whitney Houston’s funeral: ‘They can get over that’

He’ll always be her bodyguard. Kevin Costner spoke about his bond with his late “The Bodyguard” co-star Whitney Houston on Dax Shepard’s podcast, and revealed that he refused to shorten his eulogy at the singer’s 2012 funeral. “I could feel the weight on her, now it’s shifted to me. What am I gonna say about … Read more

Passenger said ‘passive aggressive’ flyer refused to stand when he went to bathroom, complained about ‘personal space’

Passenger said ‘passive aggressive’ flyer refused to stand when he went to bathroom, complained about ‘personal space’

She was not a “stand-up” person. Another day another nightmare at 30,000 feet. This time, a “big” passenger claimed that his “passive aggressive” seatmate refused to get up when he needed to go to the bathroom, and even complained that he was invading her “personal space.” He detailed the inflight kerfuffle in the ever-popular Am … Read more

Plus-size influencer Jae’lynn Chaney rips airport worker who allegedly refused to push her in wheelchair up jet bridge: ‘Blatantly ignored’

Plus-size influencer Jae’lynn Chaney rips airport worker who allegedly refused to push her in wheelchair up jet bridge: ‘Blatantly ignored’

A “plus-size” travel influencer claimed a Washington airport worker refused to push her in a wheelchair up the jet bridge because of her size, which left her gasping for air when she was forced to walk off the plane. Jae’lynn Chaney revealed that she requested “wheelchair assistance” during her trip to Sea-Tac International Airport in … Read more

What Ben Affleck refused to do in Jennifer Lopez marriage before split rumors

What Ben Affleck refused to do in Jennifer Lopez marriage before split rumors

How do you like them apples?  Amid the rumors that Ben Affleck  and Jennifer Lopez are on the rocks, a Prime Video documentary covers how Affleck had one demand when they rekindled their romance.  In Lopez’s doc, “The Greatest Love Story Never Told,” (now streaming), Affleck said that he refused to have their relationship broadcast … Read more

My husband cried when I refused to get Botox

My husband cried when I refused to get Botox

“In sickness, in health, and without any wrinkles…” Hmm, definitely doesn’t have the same ring to it, does it? But for one woman, this is turning into her reality. “Is everything ok?” On a Reddit thread, an unidentified woman shared a pretty confronting conversation with her husband of only six months. She spoke about noticing a shift in … Read more

A restaurant refused to serve me the food I ordered because I’m pregnant

A restaurant refused to serve me the food I ordered because I’m pregnant

An expectant mother has taken to TikTok to expose a restaurant’s “messed up” mistake that they made — assuming her dietary requirements as a pregnant woman.  Australian Brittany Terenowski, 31, explained how the awkward situation unfolded at the Freemantle establishment, before asking her followers to weigh in on whether her frustration was justified or if she was “taking it … Read more