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5:30 PM ET, September 8, 2022

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The Royal Family:
A statement from Buckingham Palace  —  Following further evaluation this morning, The Queen's doctors are concerned for Her Majesty's health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision.  —  The Queen remains comfortable and at Balmoral.
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Baz Bamigboye / Deadline:
'The Crown's Peter Morgan Expects Series To Pause Filming “Out Of Respect” For Queen Elizabeth; Calls Netflix Drama “A Love Letter” To Her  —  Morgan also revealed today in an email message that he expects that production on Season 6 of The Crown “will stop filming out of respect” for a period of time.
Riley Cardoza / Page Six:
Why Kate Middleton isn't traveling to Queen Elizabeth II's bedside with William  —  Kate Middleton is putting her kids first.  —  The Duchess of Cambridge, 40, reportedly did not rush to Queen Elizabeth II's bedside on Thursday alongside her husband, Prince William, in order to remain with their three children.
Nicki Gostin / Page Six:
The royal family's title changes after Queen Elizabeth II's death  —  Queen Elizabeth II's death on Sept. 8 marks the beginning of a new era for the House of Windsor.  —  As Prince Charles ascends the throne and becomes the King of the United Kingdom and the British Commonwealth …
BBC:
Queen Elizabeth II has died  —  Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-serving monarch, has died at Balmoral aged 96, after reigning for 70 years.  —  Her son King Charles III said the death of his beloved mother was a “moment of great sadness” for him and his family and that her loss would be “deeply felt” around the world.
Just Jared:
Queen Elizabeth's Health Is a ‘Concern,’ Buckingham Palace Issues Rare Statement as Royal Family Heads to Be With Her  —  Queen Elizabeth's health is reportedly a matter of concern right now and the Palace have released a rare statement about what is going on.
Sarah Hearon / Us Weekly:
Prince William and Prince Charles Head to Queen Elizabeth II's Side as Doctors Are ‘Concerned About Her Health’  —  Queen Elizabeth II is under “medical supervision,” Buckingham Palace announced on Thursday, September 8.  —  Queen Elizabeth II's Health Ups and Downs Through the Years
George Takei / Marie Claire:
Celebrities React to the Passing of Queen Elizabeth II … During her more than seven-decade reign as the British monarch, Queen Elizabeth II established herself not only as a formidable leader and style icon, but as a pop culture touchstone.  Following her death on September 8, actors …
Discussion: Just Jared
FemaleFirst:
Queen Elizabeth dead at 96: obituary  —  Queen Elizabeth has died at the age of 96, bringing an end to the reign of the longest-reigning monarch. … Queen Elizabeth's death has brought an end to a record-breaking reign.  —  The 96-year-old monarch passed away at her Balmoral estate on Thursday …
Phoebe Tatham / HELLO!:
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry head to Balmoral following Queen health concerns … Meghan Markle and Prince Harry cancelled their London engagement at the WellChild awards on Thursday following fresh concerns for the Queen's health.  —  As part of their European tour …
Discussion: Us Weekly, Elle and Cosmopolitan
The Guardian:
The Queen is under medical observation at Balmoral, with Prince Charles and other senior royals by her side - live updates
Discussion: Glamour
Katherine Heslop / Mirror.co.uk:
BBC star apologises for incorrectly announcing the death of the Queen
Discussion: New York Post
Marisa Laudadio / Celebs:
Queen Elizabeth II dead at 96: See all the milestone moments and personal highs and lows from the beloved monarch's youth and 70-year reign
Discussion: Page Six and New York Post
Julie Miller / Vanity Fair:
Olivia Wilde on Don't Worry Darling, “Baseless Rumors”—And Everything Else … When we meet for the first time, in London in late July, she tells me about the hug.  It meant a lot to her—partly because it was so unexpected, partly because it was a show of support and fellowship from another woman …
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Mehera Bonner / Cosmopolitan:
Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen Have Hit a “Rough Patch” and There's “A Lot of Tension”
Discussion: Just Jared and Suggest
William Earl / Variety:
David A. Arnold, Standup Comedian and Showrunner, Dies at 54 … He was 54.  —  “It is with great sadness that we confirm the untimely passing of our husband, father, brother and friend, David A. Arnold,” Arnold's family said in a statement.  “David passed away peacefully today in his home …
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Desiree Murphy / Page Six:
‘DWTS’ Season 31 cast: Selma Blair, Teresa Giudice and more celebs  —  The full lineup for Season 31 of “Dancing With the Stars” is finally here!  —  Following months of anticipation, “Good Morning America” announced the official cast list on Thursday, after revealing the first two contestants …
Discussion: Celebuzz and Good Morning America
John DiLillo / Netflix Tudum:
Peel Back the Layers of This ‘Glass Onion’ Teaser  —  Everyone loves a puzzle, and Benoit Blanc is no exception.  In the first teaser for Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, we catch a glimpse of Blanc's latest case, and this one is a doozy.  A mysterious set of invitations …
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People.com:
Brie Larson Says She's a ‘Better Human’ After Filming New Disney+ Series ‘Growing Up’  —  Brie Larson's new docuseries tells the coming of age stories of 10 young people who represent a wide range of lived experiences  —  Brie Larson is opening up about the lasting impact of her latest project.
Discussion: Go Fug Yourself and Just Jared
Jan Moir / Daily Mail:
'Being in the Spice Girls made me afraid I'd kill myself': Mel C reveals how the pressures of global fame led to depression, anorexia and even the blackest of thoughts  —  The Spice Girl clock goes tick-tick-tock and at 3pm Sporty says it is way too late for caffeine.
 
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WAGA-TV:
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Discussion: RADAR and Celebuzz
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Emily Selleck / Page Six:
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Mehera Bonner / Cosmopolitan:
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Paige Strout / E! Online:
Kelly Clarkson Reflects on How She's Evolved Since Winning American Idol 20 Years Ago
Discussion: FemaleFirst
Janet Williams / Celebrity Insider:
John David Washington, The Son Of Academy Award Winner Denzel Washington, Will Make His Theatrical breakthrough
Discussion: FemaleFirst
Jessica Bennett / Page Six:
Megan Hilty speaks out after three family members die in plane crash
Discussion: Us Weekly and E! Online
Megan Riedlinger / Celebs:
As Gaten Matarazzo turns 20, see how much the young cast of ‘Stranger Things’ has changed and grown up since it debuted 6 years ago
Discussion: Daily Star
Alex Diaz / The US Sun:
Pete Davidson dumped Kim Kardashian because she had ‘too much baggage’ with wild ex Kanye West and 4 kids, pal believes
Discussion: Daily Star and Mirror.co.uk
TMZ.com:
RICKY MARTIN FILES $20 MILLION LAWSUIT AGAINST NEPHEW ... Who Accused Him Of Sexual Abuse
 

 
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