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Bill Donahue / Billboard:
Drake Files Second Action Against UMG, Alleging Defamation Over Kendrick Lamar's ‘False’ Song — The new filing, which claims UMG “funneled payments” to iHeartRadio as part of a “pay-to-play scheme,” sheds new light on the blockbuster dispute. — Drake has launched a second bombshell legal action …
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Bill Donahue / Billboard:
Drake Accuses UMG & Spotify of Scheme to ‘Artificially Inflate’ Kendrick Lamar's ‘Not Like Us’ — In a legal petition, the star's company accuses UMG of serious wrongdoing — a stunning twist months after his high-profile feud with Kendrick. — Drake has initiated legal action …
Chris Koseluk / The Hollywood Reporter:
Jim Abrahams, ‘Airplane!,’ ‘Naked Gun’ and ‘Hot Shots!’ Master of Mirth, Dies at 80 — He and boyhood friends Jerry and David Zucker got their start with ‘The Kentucky Fried Movie,’ and they also were behind ‘Top Secret!’ and ‘Ruthless People.’ — Jim Abrahams, the writer-director …
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Jordan Moreau / Variety:
Jim Abrahams, Slapstick Icon Behind ‘Airplane!,’ ‘Naked Gun’ and More, Dies at 80
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Jessica Finn / The US Sun:
Wendy Williams is ‘permanently incapacitated’ from her ‘tragic’ dementia battle, her guardian claims in court — WENDY Williams is “permanently incapacitated” from her “tragic” dementia battle, her guardian claimed in court. — The U.S. Sun can exclusively reveal the stunning court admission …
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Eileen Reslen / Page Six:
Wendy Williams, 60, is ‘permanently incapacitated’ by dementia, guardian ‘tragically’ reveals — Wendy Williams' mental health condition appears to have worsened, according to a recent filing her legal guardian submitted to a New York court earlier this month.
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Yana Grebenyuk / Us Weekly:
Bravo Announces Season 12 of ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Will Star a Completely New Cast — In order to view the video, please allow — Bravo is bringing Vanderpump Rules back for another season — but with a major cast overhaul. — The network announced on Tuesday, November 26 …
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TMZ.com:
‘Vanderpump Rules’ Returning With All-New Cast for Season 12 — ‘VANDERPUMP RULES’ REBOOTING ENTIRE CAST ... OG Stars Not Surprised!!! … Pour one out for the OG stars of “Vanderpump Rules” ... Bravo just announced they're rebooting the entire cast for season 12 of the reality show.
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Hannah Sacks / People:
Kristen Doute Is Pregnant! The Valley Star Expecting First Baby with Fiancé Luke Broderick: ‘Beyond Excited’ (Exclusive) — “We are really looking forward to expanding our little family,” Doute tells PEOPLE — These truly are the best days of Kristen Doute's life!
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Mia Galuppo / The Hollywood Reporter:
‘Wicked’ Pay-Disparity Rumor Debunked: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Were Paid the Same — “Reports of pay disparity between Cynthia and Ariana are completely false and based on internet fodder,” said a Universal spokesperson. … “Reports of pay disparity between Cynthia and Ariana …
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TMZ.com:
Liam Payne Prosecutors Say Why They Accused His Friend of Abandonment — LIAM PAYNE PROSECUTORS LAY OUT WHY THEY ACCUSED HIS FRIEND OF ABANDONMENT … Liam Payne's good friend who Buenos Aires authorities want to prosecute for “abandonment” knew Liam had fallen off the wagon but still left him alone …
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TMZ.com:
Trey Songz Ordered to Pay $11M to Beaten Up Cop — TREY SONGZ ORDERED TO PAY $11 MILLION TO BEATEN COP — Trey Songz has been ordered to write a pretty hefty check ... in connection with a battery case filed last year. — In new court documents obtained by TMZ …
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Ashley Lee / Los Angeles Times:
Inside the ‘Wicked’ musical number that could win Ariana Grande an Oscar — When Ariana Grande learned she was to play Glinda in the movie “Wicked,” she made a vow. — “I love her so much,” she told director Jon M. Chu through tears on a video call in 2021. “I'm gonna take such good care of her.”
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Matt Fisher / E! Online:
Jude Law Shocks The Holiday Fans By Revealing Major Movie Secret — Jude Law surprised fans after pulling back the curtain on a behind-the-scenes secret about his 2006 film The Holiday. — Watch: Jude Law Becomes “Dom Hemingway” — Jude Law's latest interview is making fans say “Bah-Humbug.”
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Brahmjot Kaur / E! Online:
Suits' Patrick J. Adams Shares He's Sober After “Drinking Too Much” While Filming Series — Suits star Patrick J. Adams gave more insight into his sobriety journey and how his decision led him to be a more present father to his and his wife Troain Bellisario's daughters.
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Rachel DeSantis / People:
How Justin and Hailey Bieber Really Feel About Divorce Rumors 3 Months After Welcoming First Baby (Exclusive Source) — The couple welcomed son Jack Blues in August, and celebrated their six-year anniversary in September — Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber are brushing off rumors that their six-year marriage is on the rocks.
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David Browne / Rolling Stone:
Patti Smith Tribute Concert to Feature Michael Stipe, Kim Gordon, More — An all-star list of indie and alternative acts will salute Smith and her body of work at a New York tribute show in March … To commemorate that moment , an array of indie and alternative rockers will gather …
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Riley Cardoza / Page Six:
Kristin Cavallari exposes ‘manipulative’ Scott Disick's attempt to reconnect years after hookup rumor — Kristin Cavallari isn't keeping up with the Kardashians — or Scott Disick. — The “Hills” alum blasted her “manipulative” former friend for attempting to reconnect with her on Tuesday's “Let's Be Honest” podcast episode.
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Sabrina Weiss / People:
Krispy Kreme Reveals Holiday Doughnut Lineup Including 3 New Treats Inspired by How the Grinch Stole Christmas! — The Merry Grinchmas Doughnut Collection comes with three new character-inspired treats and two returning holiday doughnuts — Krispy Kreme's sweet holiday offerings make it hard to be a Grinch this holiday season.
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Hayley Santaflorentina / E! Online:
Ben Stiller Shares Whether He Would Act Alongside His Kids in the Future — Nutcrackers' Ben Stiller opened up about whether he'd want to work with his kids Ella, 22, and Quinlin, 19, in a movie as part of an exclusive interview with E! News. — There's something about family.
Zara Woodcock / The Mirror:
This Morning presenter welcomes second child as she shares her ‘pure joy’ — This Morning presenter Sarah Jossel introduced her fans to her adorable second child with a sweet post shared on social media — This Morning star Sarah Jossel introduced her fans to her second child with a sweet post dedicated to the newborn baby.
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CBS Confirms ‘The Talk’ Series Finale Date After Show Gets Canceled — CBS has confirmed the series finale date for The Talk. — If you don't know, the hit daytime talk show is ending after 15 years on the air. — Keep reading to find out more... Hosts Sheryl Underwood, Amanda Kloots …
People:
Scarlett Johansson Loves Husband Colin Jost's ‘Naughty Side’: ‘He Keeps Things Interesting’ — “I feel very, very lucky,” the actress said of her relationship with Jost, whom she married in 2020 — It sounds like there's never a dull moment in Scarlett Johansson and husband Colin Jost's relationship.
