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5:05 PM ET, August 8, 2022

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Ashton Kutcher Reveals Autoimmune Disorder Left Him Unable To See, Hear or Walk: ‘Lucky To Be Alive’ (EXCLUSIVE)  —  Ashton Kutcher is opening up for the first time about a medical disorder that left him without the ability to hear, see or walk.  —  Access Hollywood has an exclusive sneak peek …
Discussion: Bustle, E! Online, Us Weekly and RADAR
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Francesca Bacardi / Page Six:
Ashton Kutcher reveals autoimmune disorder left him unable to see, hear, walk
Discussion: E! Online and Just Jared
TMZ.com:
Olivia Newton-John Dead at 73 … UPDATE  —  1:10 PM PT — John Travolta just posted about Olivia's passing, saying, “My dearest Olivia, you made all of our lives so much better.  Your impact was incredible.  I love you so much.  We will see you down the road and we will all be together again.
Daisy Maldonado / E! Online:
Tyler Cameron and Model Paige Lorenze Break Up After Brief Romance  —  After enjoying a whirlwind romance, Tyler Cameron exclusively revealed to E! News Daily Pop on Aug. 8 that he and Paige Lorenze have broken up.  Find out why below.  —  Tyler Cameron is back on the market.
Discussion: Page Six, Just Jared and Us Weekly
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Meredith Nardino / Us Weekly:   Single Again! Tyler Cameron and Paige Lorenze Are ‘Not Dating Anymore’
Iris Goldsztajn / Marie Claire:
Why Did Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson Break Up?  Everything We Know … ICYMI, Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson (couple name: Kete) broke up a few days ago—and the world is so shaken by this news that even CNN reported on it.  —  But as for what happened there, I'm sorry to say I don't think we'll ever know the complete truth.
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Clay Skipper / GQ:
How Jacob Elordi Became Gen Z's Leading Man  —  After finding instant fame as a rom-com heartthrob, Jacob Elordi became a sensation for his portrayal of an enthralling, toxic antihero on Euphoria.  Now he's living in the shadow of the Hollywood sign, balancing his big-time silver screen ambitions …
Julia Emmanuele / Us Weekly:
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker Go Wakeboarding and Watch the Sunset on Family Lake Getaway: ‘Sunday Funday’  —  A new adventure.  Kourtney Kardashian and husband Travis Barker took their love to new heights during a family vacation to the mountains.  —  “Used to be afraid of heights …
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Elyse Dupre / E! Online:
Keep Up With Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker's Latest Family Getaway
Discussion: Cosmopolitan
TMZ.com:
Anne Heche Investigated for DUI, Cops Get Warrant for Blood Sample  —  Cops believe Anne Heche may have been under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol when she slammed into a garage and a house, igniting a massive blaze.  —  LAPD sources tell TMZ, authorities got a warrant to draw Anne's blood.
Discussion: Page Six, RADAR, New York Post and The Sun
TMZ.com:
‘Street Outlaws’ Star Ryan Fellows Killed in Crash During Show Filming  —  ‘STREET OUTLAWS’ DRIVER RYAN FELLOWS DIES IN CRASH ... Filming For Show In Vegas … 11:58 AM PT — We've obtained a photo showing the fiery wreckage, shortly after Ryan lost control of his vehicle.  —  UPDATE
TMZ.com:
‘Grease’ Actor Eddie Deezen Not Competent to Stand Trial for Assault  —  ‘GREASE’ ACTOR EDDIE DEEZEN NOT COMPETENT TO STAND TRIAL ... In Maryland Assault Case … Eddie Deezen, known for playing Eugene Felsnic in “Grease,” has been found not competent to stand trial for allegedly burglarizing a nursing home.
Nellie Andreeva / Deadline:
Kaley Cuoco To Star In ‘Based On A True Story’ Peacock Comedic Thriller Series  —  EXCLUSIVE: Kaley Cuoco, a two-time Emmy nominee for The Flight Attendant, has been tapped for a lead in Peacock's dark comedic thriller Based On a True Story, from Emmy-nominated The Boys executive producer Craig Rosenberg …
Discussion: E! Online, Just Jared and The Wrap
Selome Hailu / Variety:
Zendaya's ‘Euphoria’ Role Almost Went to a First-Time Actor, and More Secrets From Emmy-Nominated Casting Directors … The acting awards tend to be among the most anticipated recognitions doled out at the Emmys every year, while several below-the-line awards are announced off-the-air.
Discussion: Just Jared
Sarah Hearon / Us Weekly:
Kyle Richards and Kathy Hilton's Ups and Downs: ‘American Woman’ Drama, Mauricio Umansky and Rick Hilton Fallout and More Explained  —  Kathy Hilton kept her distance from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills until season 11, but that didn't mean her rocky relationship with Kyle Richards wasn't a topic of discussion on the Bravo series.
Discussion: E! Online
TMZ.com:
Kevin Federline's Attorney Says Britney Spears' Kids Support Jamie  —  KEVIN FEDERLINE VS. BRITNEY SPEARS K-Fed Attorney Fires Back KIDS SUPPORT JAMIE!  —  The war of words between Britney Spears and ex-husband Kevin Federline is raging on ... and now his attorney says their teenage boys are backing Jamie Spears.
Discussion: Daily Star
L. F. / Perez Hilton:
Inside Teresa Giudice's Extravagant & Glamorous Wedding To Luis Ruela!!  —  Teresa Giudice and Luis “Louie” Ruelas are married!!  —  Months after her wedding info was leaked by co-star Ramona Singer, the Real Housewives of New Jersey star finally tied the knot in a truly lavish ceremony on Saturday!
Discussion: E! Online, Just Jared and Dlisted
 
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Demi Lovato Is in a ‘Happy and Healthy Relationship’ with New Musician Boyfriend: Source
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Kylie Jenner compared to Kylie Minogue as star wears a strikingly similar outfit
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Tana Mongeau goes after Addison Rae's dad: ‘If you want war, so be it’
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Jessica Toonkel / Wall Street Journal:
A deep dive into Paramount's sale to Skydance; sources: Skydance may integrate Pluto into Paramount+, and CBS head George Cheeks is expected to be head of TV

Bloomberg:
A look at the challenges facing Crunchyroll, as current and ex-staffers say its management is out of touch, amid Disney and Netflix's expansion into anime

Ankush Khardori / Politico:
Trump may erode press protections but the ABC case is not evidence of that as the decision to settle appears reasonable given Stephanopoulos' imprecise remarks

 
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