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5:50 PM ET, December 23, 2021

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William Grimes / New York Times:
Joan Didion, ‘New Journalist’ Who Explored Culture and Chaos, Dies at 87  —  She established a distinctive voice in American fiction before turning to political reporting and screenplay writing.  But it was California, her native state, that provided her with her richest material.
Nate Day / Fox News:
‘Home Alone’ star Devin Ratray arrested on domestic violence charges in Oklahoma, released on bond  —  The actor allegedly tried to strangle his girlfriend during an argument  —  Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines for December 22  —  “Home Alone” actor Devin Ratray was arrested …
Discussion: Page Six, The Wrap and Deadline
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Katie Campione / People.com:
Home Alone's Devin Ratray Arrested After Allegedly Trying to Strangle Girlfriend  —  The arrest comes a week after Oklahoma City authorities told PEOPLE they considered the matter to be closed and did not expect any arrests in the case  —  Former Home Alone actor Devin Ratray was arrested …
Discussion: WCTI-TV and Just Jared
Danielle Stacey / HELLO!:
Kate Middleton talks ‘special’ place with Prince William as she decorates Westminster Abbey for Christmas concert … The Duchess of Cambridge has revealed her excitement over hosting her Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey, a place she said is “really special to William and me,” in a new specially recorded message.
Discussion: Cele|bitchy, Daily Star and FemaleFirst
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Phil Boucher / People.com:
Queen Elizabeth Will Spend Christmas Day with Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall
Discussion: Page Six
Antoinette Bueno‍ / Entertainment Tonight:
Tiffany Haddish Says She's ‘Disappointed’ in Ex Common's Comments on Their Breakup (Exclusive)  —  Tiffany Haddish is getting candid about her split from Common.  In this exclusive clip from her new interview with FOX SOUL's Hollywood Unlocked Uncensored with Jason Lee, the comedian says she was …
Sharnaz Shahid / HELLO!:
The Queen's first Christmas guests revealed after last minute change … The Queen will be joined by a handful of family members this Christmas, it has been confirmed.  A spokesperson for Clarence House announced that her eldest son, Prince Charles, and his wife the Duchess of Cornwall will be among the guests this year.
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Samantha Bergeson / E! Online:
Find Out Which Harry Potter Star Tried to Slide Into Olivia Jade's DMs  —  Dancing With the Stars alum Olivia Jade gets plenty of fan mail, but one surprising celeb tried to strike up a convo.  Plus find out who she's reached out to herself!  —  Leave it to a slick Slytherin to try to wiggle into those DMs.
Discussion: Us Weekly and Just Jared
YouTube:
UNCHARTED - Official Trailer 2 (HD)  —  The race for the greatest treasure is on... if they can survive each other first.  Watch the trailer for #UnchartedMovie, exclusively in movie theaters February...
Discussion: People.com and Just Jared
Miranda Siwak / Us Weekly:
How Pete Davidson Feels After Kanye West's Public Comments About Reconciling With Kim Kardashian … Not bothered!  As his romance with Kim Kardashian heats up, Pete Davidson isn't concerned about Kanye West's repeated attempts to reconcile with his estranged wife.
Discussion: E! Online
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Ryan Gilbey / The Guardian:
Kate Winslet: ‘I feel way cooler as a fortysomething actress than I ever imagined’  —  The star of one of 2021's biggest TV hits, Mare of Easttown, talks about weepy reunions with Leonardo DiCaprio, binging Ted Lasso and middle-aged women taking over our screens
Discussion: Page Six and People.com
TMZ.com:
Kyle Kuzma And Winnie Harlow Back Together Five Months After Split  —  KYLE KUZMA, WINNIE HARLOW WE'RE DATING AGAIN!!! ...  5 Months After Split  —  EXCLUSIVE  —  Love isn't dead after all — NBA baller Kyle Kuzma and supermodel Winnie Harlow are officially dating again ... just five months after breaking up.
Discussion: RADAR
Julie Mazziotta / People.com:
James Corden Has Lost 28 Lbs. in the Last Year: ‘I Feel Incredible’  —  The late-night host and WW ambassador says that “for the first time, the weight I've lost hasn't come back”  —  No more yo-yo dieting for James Corden — he's finally found a weight loss plan that works for him.
Discussion: Just Jared
Jaclyn Hendricks / Page Six:
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry share first photo of baby Lilibet on Christmas card  —  Meghan Markle and Prince Harry shared the first photo of their daughter, Lilibet “Lili” Diana, as part of their 2021 Christmas card, released six months after the birth of their second child.
Hannah Southwick / Page Six:
Drake honors late Virgil Abloh with new tattoo  —  Drake is honoring Virgil Abloh in a permanent way.  —  The 35-year-old rapper paid tribute to the late Louis Vuitton and Off-White designer, who died at the age of 41 on Nov. 28, by adding a special new tattoo to his collection.
Francesca Bacardi / Page Six:
‘Spider-Man’ star Jacob Batalon details how he lost 112 pounds  —  Jacob Batalon is following in Spider-Man's footsteps and working on his fitness.  —  The “Spider-Man: No Way Home” star detailed in a new interview how he lost 112 pounds since the end of 2019, when he first decided to embark …
Discussion: TMZ.com, Us Weekly, Just Jared and E! Online
Johnni Macke / Us Weekly:
Dua Lipa and Anwar Hadid Split Ahead of the Holidays: They're ‘No Longer Dating’ After 2 Years Together … Pressing pause!  Dua Lipa and Anwar Hadid are “on a break” after dating more than two years, a source confirms to Us Weekly.  —  Celebrity Splits of 2021: Stars Who Broke Up This Year
Discussion: Cosmopolitan, E! Online and Just Jared
Lisa McLoughlin / The Sun:
Stacey Solomon in disbelief and ‘could cry’ as eldest son Zachary, 13, goes on his first ever date  —  STACEY Solomon was overcome with emotion yesterday as she revealed her eldest son Zachary, 13, went on his first date.  —  The 32-year-old took to her Instagram story and informed …
Discussion: Daily Star and FemaleFirst
Heather Kristin / The Independent:
Chris Noth's behavior on set for ‘Sex and the City’ was disgusting.  I know — I was there  —  Noth pointed to my fellow stand-in and said, ‘I want that one tied up, gagged, and brought to my trailer.’ When he got near me, I balled up my fists, squared my shoulders, and said, ‘This is my and her space’
Mónica Marie Zorrilla / Variety:
'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist' Alum Kapil Talwalkar Joins ‘Charmed’ Season 4 Cast (EXCLUSIVE) … “Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist” alum Kapil Talwalkar has joined the “Charmed” reboot's fourth season on The CW.  The Indian American actor, who played Tobin in the NBC musical dramedy and its follow-up special …
 
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E! Online:
The Bachelorette's Michelle Young and Nayte Olukoya's Wedding Might Be Here Sooner Than You Think
Discussion: The Sun and Us Weekly
Andrea Caamano / HELLO!:
Nicole Kidman poses around the pool in black bra and high slit skirt - and fans notice funny detail
Discussion: FemaleFirst
Andrea Caamano / HELLO!:
Madonna's children take over mum's Instagram to share incredible message ahead of Christmas
Jazz Tangcay / Variety:
Critics Choice Awards Ceremony Postponed Due to Omicron Concerns
Discussion: Us Weekly and Dlisted
Elyse Dupre / E! Online:
See the Shocking Moment a Snake Bit Singer Maeta's Face During Music Video Shoot
Discussion: All Access Music and Perez Hilton
Corinne Heller / E! Online:
Jaden Smith Reveals 10-Pound Weight Gain 2 Years After Family Intervention
Discussion: Just Jared
James Queally / Los Angeles Times:
Top aide to Los Angeles D.A. George Gascón arrested on suspicion of public intoxication
Discussion: RADAR and New York Post
Emlyn Travis / E! Online:
You Need to See What Happened When Mariah Carey and Daughter Monroe Went to McDonald's
Discussion: Page Six
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Katie Campione / People.com:
Britney Spears Sings and Calls Out Her Family on Social Media: ‘I Needed to be My Own Cheerleader’
Discussion: Metro.co.uk and Dlisted
Caroline Blair / Page Six:
Sandra Bernhard says ex-BFF Madonna's 'relationships just don't last'
Discussion: FemaleFirst
Bethan Edwards / Daily Star:
Simon Cowell is ‘forced to delay’ release of his debut children's books with son Eric
Discussion: The Sun and FemaleFirst
Bethan Edwards / Daily Star:
Kerry Katona documents painful procedures to remove fat to give her ‘a brand new face’
Discussion: FemaleFirst
 

 
From Mediagazer:

Jonathan Stempel / Reuters:
A New York judge finds Sirius XM liable for a difficult subscription cancellation process; Sirius says it will appeal but abide by a new “click-to-cancel” rule

Brian Steinberg / Variety:
Sources: NBCUniversal Vice Chairman Bonnie Hammer plans to leave the company at the end of the year; she has been with the company since 2004

Peter Kafka / Business Insider:
A Q&A with Chris Balfe, CEO of Red Seat Ventures, which has helped Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly set up their podcast and streaming businesses and sell ads

 
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