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NBC News:
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries arrested on sex trafficking charges  —  Jeffries, along with two associates, were arrested on sex trafficking and interstate prostitution charges, New York prosecutors announced Tuesday morning.  —  The former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch …
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Becca Longmire / People:
Baywatch Lifeguard Michael Newman Dies at 68 After Parkinson's Diagnosis 18 Years Ago  —  The actor and trained lifeguard played ‘Newmie’ on the long-running series, and appeared in 150 episodes of the show  — Baywatch star Michael Newman has died at age 68, after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2006
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Erin Crabtree / Us Weekly:
‘Baywatch’ Alum Michael Newman Dead at 68 After Parkinson's Disease Battle
Discussion: New York Post and ComingSoon.net
<em>E. coli</em> Infection:
E. coli Outbreak Linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders  —  FOOD SAFETY ALERT  —  Investigation status: Open  —  Recall issued: No … Situation summary  —  CDC, FDA, USDA FSIS, and public health officials in multiple states are investigating an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections.
Lauren Huff / Entertainment Weekly:
Now entering the arena: Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal unsheathe Gladiator II  —  Mescal, Pascal, Ridley Scott, Denzel Washington, Connie Nielsen, Joseph Quinn, and Fred Hechinger take EW inside the epic legacy sequel, in theaters Nov. 22.  —  “Mine honor is my life; both grow in one.”
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Shelby Stivale / Us Weekly:
Brianna Chickenfry Says She's ‘Blindsided’ as Zach Bryan Announces Breakup With Cryptic Statement
People:
Angelina Jolie Is Not Dating British Rapper Akala: ‘She Is Close Friends with Him and His Partner’ (Exclusive)  —  A source close to Angelina Jolie tells PEOPLE the ‘Maria’ star “remains focused on her family and is not dating at this time”  —  Angelina Jolie is not romancing the British rapper Akala, a source tells PEOPLE.
Julia Moore / People:
Nicholas Alexander Chavez Had ‘Whole Body Shakes’ on His First Day on Set of General Hospital (Exclusive)  —  The ‘Monsters’ breakout star tells PEOPLE that joining the soap opera was “one of the best things for me”  —  To say that Nicholas Alexander Chavez was nervous on his first day in Port Charles would be an understatement.
Discussion: Just Jared
Katcy Stephan / Variety:
Amy Adams Goes Wild: The ‘Nightbitch’ Star on Barking, Growing Chin Hair and ‘Polarizing’ Viewers With Her Raw Look at Motherhood  —  “I've had people be like, ‘Oh my gosh, you looked awful,’” Amy Adams says with an eye roll as she reflects on her physical appearance in her latest film …
Christine Rendon / Daily Mail:
Kelly Rizzo gushes about how ‘kind’ new boyfriend Breckin Meyer has been as she mourns loss of Bob Saget  —  Kelly Rizzo has gushed about her ‘supportive’ new boyfriend Breckin Meyer and just how understanding he has been as she continues to mourn the loss of her husband Bob Saget.
Discussion: People, E! Online, Us Weekly and FemaleFirst
Daily Mail:
This Is Us star Chrissy Metz, 44, details the horrible ‘mental, physical, emotional abuse’ she suffered as a child  —  Chrissy Metz stated that her stepfather, Crayton Hodge, would ‘threaten to lock the cupboards’ as she opened up about experiencing ‘painful’ child abuse.
Discussion: People, Us Weekly, Decider and FemaleFirst
NBC News:
Harvey Weinstein diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia, sources say  —  Two sources told NBC News that the embattled former film producer is undergoing treatment for bone marrow cancer behind bars at Rikers Island.  —  Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced Hollywood mogul whose alleged sexual misconduct fueled …
Chris Gardner / The Hollywood Reporter:
Lynda Obst, Veteran Film Producer, Writer and Champion of Women in Hollywood, Dies at 74  —  She used her “crazy intuitive intelligence and taste” to get behind such films as ‘Flashdance,’ ‘Sleepless in Seattle,’ ‘Contact,’ ‘The Fisher King,’ ‘How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days,’ ‘Interstellar’ and more.
Discussion: The US Sun, Variety and The Wrap
Erin Clack / People:
Justin Hartley Recalls Spontaneously Marrying Wife Sofia Pernas in Their Bathing Suits: ‘Got Right Back in the Pool’  —  The low-key, poolside ceremony in May 2021 was followed by some margaritas, the ‘This Is Us’ actor said on ‘The Tonight Show’ on Monday, Oct. 21
Brian Gallagher / Daily Mail:
Gladiator II fans go wild over the sequel's popcorn bucket with augmented reality: ‘Where do I buy it?!’  —  Following in the trend set by Dune: Part II and continuing with Deadpool & Wolverine, Gladiator II will have an epic new popcorn bucket that is driving fans wild.
Discussion: TMZ.com and Deadline
Jonathan Wells / The Gentleman's Journal:
Photographed exclusively by his wife, Penélope Cruz, the Spanish actor and star of recent Netflix crime drama, Monsters, talks fatherhood, Formula 1 and addressing his flaws  —  Words: Jonathan Wells Styling: Zak Maoui  —  When he's at his most menacing, there's a certain look Javier Bardem throws to the camera.
Discussion: People, SheKnows and HELLO!
David Canfield / Vanity Fair:
Stanley Tucci Takes Nothing for Granted: “After The Devil Wears Prada, I Couldn't Get a Job”  —  In a career-spanning conversation, the beloved actor who's experienced decades of ups and downs in Hollywood reflects on hitting his sweet spot—which is somewhere between the film Conclave and his next big food show.
Clayton Davis / Variety:
Hans Zimmer's ‘Dune 2’ Score Fails to Meet Eligibilty Requirements for Oscars (EXCLUSIVE)  —  The composer's score will still compete for Critics Choice, Golden Globes, and other guilds, and his music for ‘Blitz’ is eligible for Oscar consideration.  —  One of the year's most anticipated …
Discussion: Just Jared and ComingSoon.net
TMZ.com:
Kanye West, Bianca Censori Enjoy Another Tokyo Outing After Breakup Rumors  —  KANYE WEST & BIANCA CENSORI SHOPPING MAKES US STRONGER!!!  Hit Tokyo Streets Again After Split Rumors  —  TAKING OVER TOKYO  —  Kanye West and Bianca Censori aren't letting breakup rumors stop them from enjoying …
Will Reid / E! Online:
Emma Roberts' Dad Eric Roberts Addresses Their “Loss of Relationship”  —  Eric Roberts called his estrangement from daughter Emma Roberts the “toughest period” of his life: “There's a sadness.”  —  Eric Roberts is shedding light on his family dynamics.  —  After offering an apology …
Discussion: Just Jared
People:
Martha Stewart Says She ‘Sadly’ Hasn't Talked to Her Ex-Husband in ‘Over 20 Years’ (Exclusive)  —  The lifestyle mogul spoke exclusively to PEOPLE at the New York premiere of her new Netflix documentary ‘Martha’  —  Martha Stewart has made another confession about her relationship with her ex-husband.
TMZ.com:
‘Teen Mom’ Jenelle Evans Claims David Eason Broke in, Tried to Steal Motorbikes  —  ‘TEEN MOM’ JENELLE EVANS MY EX BROKE IN, TRIED TO STEAL MY MOTORBIKES … More drama for Jenelle Evans and her estranged husband David Eason — she claims he broke onto her property and tried to steal dirt bikes and ATVs …
Angela Andaloro / People:
Christina Milian Hopes to Find Love at a Pentatonix Concert in Meet Me Next Christmas Trailer (Exclusive)  —  Christina Milian, Devale Ellis, Kofi Siriboe and Pentatonix star in ‘Meet Me Next Christmas,’ on Netflix Nov. 6  —  Christina Milian is desperate for Pentatonix tickets in her new holiday rom-com.
Mara Levinsky / Soap Opera Digest:
Exclusive: Jophielle Love (Violet) Says Good-Bye To General Hospital  —  Jophielle Love's Violet Finn left Port Charles on the Monday, October 21 episode of General Hospital, marking the end — at least for now — of the young, Daytime Emmy-nominated actress's stint on the show.  —  The Good-Bye Girl
Discussion: Just Jared and ComingSoon.net
 
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