On the first day of the singer’s racketeering and sex trafficking trial, the federal prosecution portrayed him as the leader of a criminal enterprise who organized the systematic sexual abuse of young women and girls. By Dan Adler August 18, 2021 R. Kelly’s long-awaited trial began in a Brooklyn federal courtroom on Wednesday with the
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Amber Rose has seemingly accused her music executive partner Alexander ‘AE’ Edwards of cheating on her with 12 people in a series of lengthy messages. Amber Rose has seemingly accused partner Alexander “AE” Edwards of cheating on her in a series of messages on Instagram Story. While the model, 37, does not explicitly name her
Ken Kurson, a close friend of Kushner, faces nearly a decade in prison. By Bess Levin August 18, 2021 One thing you‘ve probably noticed about the Trump-Kushner clan is that despite claiming otherwise, they almost exclusively surround themselves with total sleazebags, many of whom are criminals to boot. Because Trump himself is one of history’s
Weeks after Nicki Minaj took to social media to say she wants to host the ‘RHOP’ reunion, Karen Huger is admitting it may really happen. Andy Cohen, 53, better watch out because Nicki Minaj, 38, may actually be hosting The Real Housewives of Potomac reunion, and the series’ Grande Dame, Karen Huger, 58, is here
In 2001, Lee was the only congressperson to vote against authorizing George W. Bush to use military force in Afghanistan. She’s stuck to her guns as the political landscape has shifted to align with her views—and she has some thoughts on Joe Biden’s withdrawal. By Abigail Tracy August 18, 2021 California congresswoman Barbara Lee faced
From Scarlett Johansson to ‘Vanderpump Rules’ star Stassi Schroeder, here are all the celebs who have welcomed and are expecting bundles of joy in 2021. 2021 is already proving to be a big year for celebrity babies! Some of the biggest names in entertainment have welcomed new additions to their family, including Oscar-winner Emma Stone and
He also declared the organization very “smart.” By Bess Levin August 18, 2021 In April 2020, as the coronavirus was engulfing the U.S., then president Donald Trump declared at his then daily coronavirus briefing, “This is a very brilliant enemy. You know, it’s a brilliant enemy. They develop drugs like the antibiotics. You see it.
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A prosecutor described sex abuse claims against R&B star R. Kelly Wednesday, saying the long-anticipated trial now underway was “about a predator” who used his fame to entice girls, boys and young women before dominating and controlling them physically, sexually and psychologically. “This case is not about a celebrity who likes to party a lot,”
And now he wants to use that experience to figure how to “make the next five years better because of lessons learned.” By Emily Kirkpatrick August 18, 2021 Despite their engagement coming to an end earlier this year, Alex Rodriguez says he’s “grateful” for his relationship with Jennifer Lopez and everything he learned from their
Simon Cowell knows a star when he sees one. The ‘AGT’ judge is adamant that the ‘incredibly talented’ 9-year-old Victory Brinker is going to be a ‘huge’ star. Victory Brinker wowed the judges and the America’s Got Talent viewers during the second round of the quarterfinals on August 17. She dazzled with her gorgeous performance
Live Nation Canada says it’ll soon require ticket holders to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test before they’re granted entry to its concerts. A representative for the live event promoter told The Canadian Press that the company will enforce those rules at “as many shows as possible” in Canada. Live Nation Canada
Beginning on Wednesday, federal prosecutors will argue that the singer led a criminal enterprise including his bodyguards, drivers, and an entourage that centered around the sexual abuse of women and girls. By Dan Adler August 18, 2021 For more than two decades of R. Kelly’s career, allegations of sexual abuse have followed the R&B star.
Bella Thorne looks stunning in a new series of photos from her glamorous vacation, as she’s seen wearing a plunging yellow swimsuit. Bella Thorne, 23, looked incredible in a new set of photos she posted on Instagram on August 17. In the photos seen below, the Shake It Up alum sported a plunging yellow swimsuit with a
On their new podcast, the musician-actors are picking the brains of fellow creatives about the passions that fuel and define them. By Justine Goode August 17, 2021 Darren Criss and Este Haim may have named their podcast That Thing I Do after the mid-’90s movie close to their hearts—That Thing You Do!, about the rise
Shaq is a doting father to Me’arah, Shaqir, Amirah, Shareef, Myles, and Taahirah. Here’s everything to know about the former basketball player’s six children. Shaquille O’Neal, commonly known as just Shaq, 49, might be known as one of the best basketball players of all time, but another title might occasionally elude him among fans given
The platform has gone all in on HBO’s revival, offering tantalizing tidbits—and, possibly, brazen fake-outs—about the status of Mr. Big and the show’s quest to replace Samantha in our hearts. By Savannah Walsh August 17, 2021 To be on Instagram is to feel like Sex and the City never ended. The platform might not have
Dua Lipa took to Instagram to share a series of photos of herself looking amazing in a colorful tiny two-piece swimsuit while doing various photos by herself and with friends during a fun day in Ibiza. Dua Lipa, 25, looked like she was having the time of her life in her latest social media pics!
They were fine with Trump trying to overthrow the U.S. government but insist Biden must go. By Bess Levin August 17, 2021 Over the weekend, it became clear that the United States’ withdrawal from Afghanistan had become an unmitigated disaster as images of Afghan civilians clinging to a military plane in the hopes of escaping
After Britney Spears quoted one of ex-boyfriend Justin Timberlake’s songs, fans suspect that a collaboration between the two could be on the horizon. Could a Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake collaboration be on the pop horizon? Fans seem to think so. The “Baby One More Time” singer, 39, recently shared an Instagram post that featured
Who could have seen this coming, other than literally everyone? By Bess Levin August 17, 2021 When he hasn’t been working to disenfranchise millions of people, effectively outlaw abortion, or ensuring people can carry a gun without background checks, licenses, or training, Texas governor Greg Abbott has spent the last year and a half insisting
NBA star Devin Booker got a whole lot of love after winning gold at the Tokyo Olympics — including from girlfriend Kendall Jenner’s big brother Rob Kardashian! Rob Kardashian, 34, has one word to describe Devin Booker and his fellow Team USA Olympic men’s basketball teammates: “Legends.” That’s exactly what the former Keeping Up with the
A generation of women in Afghanistan, and around the world, have been betrayed by America’s cynical use of women’s rights to sell a brutal, and pointless, war. By Amie Ferris-Rotman August 17, 2021 It was at a dinner party in a diplomatic residence in Kabul one summer evening when I began to doubt the sincerity
Congratulations are in order for Pete Buttigieg! The Democratic politician announced that he and husband Chasten Buttigieg have become parents. Pete Buttigieg is a father! The 39-year-old politician, who currently serves as President Joe Biden‘s Transportation Secretary, announced via Twitter on Tuesday (Aug. 17) that he and husband Chasten Glezman Buttigieg, 32, have become parents. “For
What the (relative) normalcy of the stand-up comedian’s summer tour meant to me after an especially isolating year and a half. By Delia Cai August 17, 2021 Before leaving my apartment last Wednesday for one of Ali Wong’s stops at the Beacon Theatre for her Milk and Money Tour, I ran through the usual mental
Naomi Osaka was left in tears during a press conference after a reporter asked her about the devastating earthquake in Haiti, which killed over 1,400 people. Naomi Osaka, 23, broke down in tears on Monday (Aug. 16) while speaking to reporters at her first press conference since withdrawing from the 2021 French Open. The legendary
Explore the origins of a tumultuous marriage between film noir star Joan Bennett and Hollywood producer Walter Wanger, as told by their granddaughter Vanessa Hope and You Must Remember This host Karina Longworth in Vanity Fair’s new podcast. By Savannah Walsh August 17, 2021 Old Hollywood actor Joan Bennett’s life was one of fateful coincidence,
Tristan Thompson is hitting back with fiery tweets amidst new reports that he and Khloe Kardashian have not rekindled their romance despite speculation. Tristan Thompson, 30, addressed “gossipers” in a series of tweets posted on Monday, Aug. 16, as he described those who discuss his love life with Khloe Kardashian, 37, as “worse than thieves”.
Adam Sandler enjoyed his day off from filming his sports film ‘Hustle’ and spent some time snorkeling at a beach in Spain over the weekend. Adam Sandler hit the beach while in Palma De Mallorca, Spain over the weekend. The actor, 54, snorkeled and enjoyed the scenic waters in blue swim trunks on Sunday, Aug.
The Taliban’s lightning-fast takeover of Kabul and other major cities has sent many scrambling to passport offices and airports, hoping not to be left behind after America ends its two-decade war. By Vanity Fair August 16, 2021 While finger-pointing and predictions of political fallout abound in the U.S. over a bungled Afghanistan withdrawal, thousands of