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Bruce Springsteen sent Stephen Graham a ‘beautiful’ text about playing his dad in upcoming biopic: ‘I felt like I saw him’

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Bruce Springsteen sent Stephen Graham a ‘beautiful’ text about playing his dad in upcoming biopic: ‘I felt like I saw him’

Call it a “Brilliant Disguise.” Bruce Springsteen personally praised British actor Stephen Graham for his portrayal of his late father, Douglas “Dutch” Springsteen, in the legendary rocker’s upcoming biopic “Deliver Me from Nowhere.” After filming wrapped on the movie — starring Jeremy Allen White as Springsteen — the Boss’ props came in “the most gorgeous … Read more

Exclusive | Disgraced ‘7th Heaven’ star Stephen Collins’ accuser speaks out: ‘He victimized’ the cast, too

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Exclusive | Disgraced ‘7th Heaven’ star Stephen Collins’ accuser speaks out: ‘He victimized’ the cast, too

April Price, 54, thought she was meeting her idol when she stayed with her aunt in 1983 and Stephen Collins was her neighbor – but it soon turned into a nightmare when the actor exposed himself to her on three separate occasions. Price was 13 at the time. She didn’t speak out about it publicly … Read more

‘7th Heaven’ star Stephen Collins’ accuser reveals ‘worst part’ of hearing his sexual misconduct confession

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‘7th Heaven’ star Stephen Collins’ accuser reveals ‘worst part’ of hearing his sexual misconduct confession

April Price decided to watch some television after walking her dog when she felt her past come back to haunt her. It was 2014, and a news program had reported there was audio of former “7th Heaven” star Stephen Collins purportedly confessing to engaging in sexual misconduct with underage girls, which was leaked to TMZ. … Read more

‘7th Heaven’ dad Stephen Collins, 77, married to ‘superfan’ 40 years younger after child sex abuse scandal: ‘Certainly raises an eyebrow’

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‘7th Heaven’ dad Stephen Collins, 77, married to ‘superfan’ 40 years younger after child sex abuse scandal: ‘Certainly raises an eyebrow’

Disgraced “7th Heaven” star Stephen Collins has allegedly married a “superfan” after his monumental fall from grace – and the woman is said to be 40 years his junior. Collins, 77, was dubbed “America’s Dad” during his 10-year tenure as Reverend Eric Camden on the popular WB family drama. But his world – and reputation … Read more

Stephen A. Smith reacts to Bronny’s career-high Lakers night after LeBron James confrontation

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Stephen A. Smith reacts to Bronny’s career-high Lakers night after LeBron James confrontation

Stephen A. Smith seemed to change his tune about Bronny James after the Lakers’ rookie had a career-high 17 points in garbage time of a 118-89 loss to the Bucks on Thursday. During “First Take” on Friday, the ESPN personality, who said he was “very impressed” by Bronny, sent a message to LeBron James following … Read more

‘7th Heaven’ cast candidly reacts to Stephen Collins’ child sex abuse scandal in new doc: I’m ‘shaking’

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‘7th Heaven’ cast candidly reacts to Stephen Collins’ child sex abuse scandal in new doc: I’m ‘shaking’

In a new documentary, cast members from “7th Heaven” react to the Stephen Collins scandal onscreen.  Called “Hollywood Demons,” the new ID docuseries covers various showbiz scandals, and the premiere episode airing Monday, March 24 (9 p.m.) is called “Stephen Collins, America’s Dad,” covering how Collins played the borderline saintly father figure on the hit family … Read more

Exclusive | Why Skip Bayless felt some ‘trepidation’ before anticipated Stephen A. Smith reunion

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Exclusive | Why Skip Bayless felt some ‘trepidation’ before anticipated Stephen A. Smith reunion

When Stephen A. Smith accepted Skip Bayless’ invitation to reunite on-air for the first time in nearly a decade, thoughts of whether the famed “First Take” sparring partners could pick up where they left off nine years ago immediately bubbled up. “All of the sudden, the reality hit me, ‘Gee, what if it’s not the … Read more

NBA insider: Stephen A. Smith went too far in Bronny comments that infuriated LeBron

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NBA insider: Stephen A. Smith went too far in Bronny comments that infuriated LeBron

Stephen A. Smith made things personal and stepped out of bounds as a sports commentator in his feud with LeBron James, according to FS1 analyst Ric Bucher. During an appearance Tuesday on “The Doug Gottlieb Show,” Bucher explained Smith took things too far when he addressed James, 40, on “First Take” in January and begged … Read more

Stephen A. Smith blasts LeBron James for ‘bulls–t’ confrontation: ‘Talking about your ass’

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Stephen A. Smith blasts LeBron James for ‘bulls–t’ confrontation: ‘Talking about your ass’

Stephen A. Smith already addressed the viral incident between him and LeBron James. But Smith had more to expound on — and he’s still not happy about it. The ESPN “First Take” panelist appeared on “Gil’s Arena” on Tuesday and the nearly two-and-half-hour show delved into the incident that occurred during the Lakers-Knicks game on … Read more

Former ‘Bachelorette’ DeAnna Pappas arrested after argument with ex-husband Stephen Stagliano over drinking accusations

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Former ‘Bachelorette’ DeAnna Pappas arrested after argument with ex-husband Stephen Stagliano over drinking accusations

DeAnna Pappas, who starred as the “Bachelorette” on Season 4 of the hit ABC show, was recently arrested following an altercation with her ex-husband, Stephen Stagliano, The Post can confirm. Pappas, 43, was booked on a misdemeanor charge in Santa Clarita, Calif., on Feb. 27 and posted a $20,000 bond the same day. InTouch was … Read more

What LeBron James told Richard Jefferson about tense Stephen A. Smith altercation

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What LeBron James told Richard Jefferson about tense Stephen A. Smith altercation

LeBron James is usually very careful about what he says on the court in front of cameras, but this time he was caught on a hot mic. While chopping it up with ESPN broadcaster and former teammate Richard Jefferson ahead of the Lakers’ loss to the Celtics on Saturday, the two began laughing about the … Read more

Stephen A. Smith reveals Draymond Green hasn’t spoken to him over LeBron James-Bronny drama

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Stephen A. Smith reveals Draymond Green hasn’t spoken to him over LeBron James-Bronny drama

LeBron James isn’t the only one who seems to have an issue with how Stephen A. Smith has been talking about Bronny James.  In a long diatribe on his show, “The Stephen A. Smith Show,” the sports media personality said Draymond Green was one of the athletes who have stopped talking to him “primarily because … Read more

LeBron James has absolutely no leg to stand on in selfish beef with Stephen A. Smith

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LeBron James has absolutely no leg to stand on in selfish beef with Stephen A. Smith

Signs of the times:  What does it tell us that LeBron James, one of the all-time greats — some argue the greatest in basketball history — makes for such a self-entitled, blind-to-facts compromise of the good senses that he has become impossible for thoughtful adults to root for?  Further, why do thoughtful fans of what … Read more

Stephen A. Smith, Skip Bayless reuniting for first time in nearly a decade for podcast episode

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Stephen A. Smith, Skip Bayless reuniting for first time in nearly a decade for podcast episode

In an unlikely turn of events, it looks like the gang is getting back together, at least for a limited time. Stephen A. Smith and former ESPN partner Skip Bayless are reuniting for an episode of Bayless’s podcast, according to Front Office Sports. “The Skip Bayless Show” episode featuring Smith has reportedly already been taped … Read more

Dave Portnoy criticizes Stephen A. Smith for treating LeBron James with ‘kid gloves’ after Bronny confrontation

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Dave Portnoy criticizes Stephen A. Smith for treating LeBron James with ‘kid gloves’ after Bronny confrontation

Dave Portnoy called out Stephen A. Smith on Friday for using the “kid glove treatment” on LeBron James after the Lakers superstar confronted the ESPN personality Thursday at the conclusion of the team’s 113-109 home win over the Knicks. In a lengthy video posted to X, the Barstool Sports founder weighed in on the viral … Read more

Stephen A. Smith reveals reason behind ‘unexpected’ confrontation with LeBron James

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Stephen A. Smith reveals reason behind ‘unexpected’ confrontation with LeBron James

Stephen A. Smith opened Friday morning’s “First Take” by addressing his now-viral interaction with LeBron James that transpired courtside during the Lakers’ home overtime 113-109 win over the Knicks Thursday night. Described as an “unexpected” confrontation, Smith, 57, spoke at length about what transpired, stressing the exchange was between him and a fellow father, not … Read more

Stephen A. Smith blasts ‘fool’ Charles Barkley after his Kendrick Perkins-ESPN rip job

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Stephen A. Smith blasts ‘fool’ Charles Barkley after his Kendrick Perkins-ESPN rip job

Stephen A. Smith didn’t stay silent for too long after Charles Barkley eviscerated ESPN and, in particular, Kendrick Perkins. Perkins responded to the quips about him, but Smith also felt the need to jump into the fray and responded to Barkley’s critiques in a post on social media. “Yo Chuck, stop the b.s. with the … Read more

Stephen A. Smith’s new $100M ESPN deal will require less of him

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Stephen A. Smith’s new 0M ESPN deal will require less of him

Stephen A. Smith is sticking with ESPN — and getting a hefty payday to boot. Smith and the network agreed to a new five-year, $100 million contract to keep him in the fold, The Athletic reported Thursday afternoon. It’s been a long process between Smith and ESPN to get a new deal. Over, the summer, … Read more

LeBron James, Stephen Curry ‘part of the problem’ — Bill Simmons opens up on NBA’s issues

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LeBron James, Stephen Curry ‘part of the problem’ — Bill Simmons opens up on NBA’s issues

The NBA has a viewership problem and there are many hands in the pot that could be to blame. Fans are dropping off the hardwood left and right as load management, poor quality of basketball and lack of North American stars have resulted in basketball’s ratings being down 25 percent year over year and over … Read more

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe fire back at Kirk Herbstreit in simmering ESPN feud

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Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe fire back at Kirk Herbstreit in simmering ESPN feud

Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe heard what ESPN colleagues Kirk Herbstreit and Chris Fowler had to say about the Worldwide Leader over the weekend. During Monday’s installment of “First Take,” Smith and Sharpe addressed comments made Saturday by Herbstreit and Fowler when the pair called Ohio State’s first-round 42-17 win over Tennessee in the … Read more