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Pamela McClintock / The Hollywood Reporter:
Disney Pulls Transgender Storyline from Pixar's ‘Win or Lose’ Streaming Series (Exclusive)  —  The original animated show about a co-ed high school team debuts on Disney+ in February. … The series follows a co-ed middle school softball team named the Pickles in the week leading up to their championship game.
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Lynette Rice / Deadline:
‘Win Or Lose’ Transgender Actress Speaks Out After Disney Cuts Her Storyline: “Very Disheartened” … Stewart, who at 14 had already logged a few commercials, knew instantly that it was her role of a lifetime.  —  “I was exactly what they wanted to a T, and that's why it felt so right.
Discussion: PinkNews and Oh No They Didn't!
Eileen Finan / People:
Kimberly Williams-Paisley Opens Up About ‘Terrifying’ 2 Years She Couldn't Speak: ‘I Felt Trapped in My Own Body’ (Exclusive)  —  After finally finding a cure, 'I don't want to leave things unsaid'  — Kimberly Williams-Paisley suddenly lost her voice in 2022 and couldn't speak above a whisper for nearly two years
TMZ.com:
Mauricio Umansky Kisses New Flame After Sushi Dinner in Aspen  —  MAURICIO UMANSKY A LITTLE SUGAR AFTER DINNER ... Smooches New Flame In Aspen!!!  —  NEW BOO IN ASPEN  —  Mauricio Umansky is living up the single life in the middle of his white Christmas ... locking lips with a beautiful blonde in Aspen after a sushi dinner.
Discussion: Page Six, E! Online, Full Feed and Us Weekly
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Riley Cardoza / Page Six:
Kyle Richards defends not having divorce conversation with Mauricio Umansky one year after split  —  Kyle Richards defended not rushing to discuss divorce with estranged husband Mauricio Umansky.  —  The “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star told “Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen” …
Discussion: Us Weekly and Decider
Mark Jefferies / The Mirror:
Molly-Mae Hague slams down phone to Tommy Fury in bombshell new trailer for Prime show  —  In the trailer for Molly-Mae Hague's brand-new Prime Video docuseries, the former Love Island star is seen slamming down the phone to ex-fiancé Tommy Fury after their split
Discussion: Daily Star, OK! and The Sun
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Jamie Roberts / The Mirror:
Tommy Fury reveals bachelor pad tree as he gears up for first Christmas without Molly-Mae Hague
Discussion: OK! and The Sun
E. Alex Jung / Vulture:
Friends Like These  —  When Brian Jordan Alvarez made it big with English Teacher, he brought his friends with him, like they'd always dreamed.  Except one.  —  For many, the premiere of FX's English Teacher in September marked the long-awaited arrival of Brian Jordan Alvarez, the comedy series' creator and star.
Jack Smart / People:
Tom Cruise Is Awarded the U.S. Navy's Highest Civilian Honor: ‘To Lead Is to Serve’  —  Cruise, already the U.S. Navy's 36th Honorary Naval Aviator, was honored with a Defense Public Service award on Dec. 17  —  Tom Cruise is adding a unique distinction to his collection of Hollywood accolades: the U.S. Navy's highest civilian award.
KOLD-TV:
13 News remembers Ana Orsini  —  TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The 13 News Family is saddened to report the passing of our beloved friend and co-anchor Ana Orsini.  —  Ana had been at 13 News since June 2023 and we are devastated by her unexpected passing.  She died last week of a brain aneurysm.
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TMZ.com:
Megan Thee Stallion Files for Restraining Order Against Tory Lanez  —  MEGAN THEE STALLION TORY'S WAGING PSYCHOLOGICAL WARFARE ... Make It Stop, Judge!!! … 5:07 PM PT — Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Megan Thee Stallion's legal team has more proof connecting Tory and the blogger who's been bashing MTS.
Hayley Santaflorentina / E! Online:
See the Nick Jonas and Elon Musk Exchange That Has the Internet Buzzing  —  Nick Jonas engaged in a friendly exchange with Elon Musk on X, formerly Twitter, making a joke about the Jonas Brothers' song “Year 3000.”  —  Nick Jonas has a request for Elon Musk.
Discussion: Page Six, TMZ.com and Cele|bitchy
Marc Malkin / Variety:
Ariana Grande on Why She Won't Be Touring ‘Anytime Soon’ and How Long She's Known the ‘Wicked 2’ Official Title  —  Ariana Grande fans were beside themselves when a rumor started circulating online last weekend that the Grammy-winning pop princess was planning on touring in 2025.
Vanessa Etienne / People:
Katherine Heigl, 46, Had ‘Giggle Dribble’ During Perimenopause: ‘I Laughed Through It’ (Exclusive)  —  The actress opens up to PEOPLE about experiencing a common perimenopause symptom as part of her new role as brand ambassador for Poise  —  Katherine Heigl isn't ashamed to admit …
Discussion: Us Weekly and Marie Claire
TMZ.com:
Bobbi Althoff, Sean Murphy-Bunting Deny Dating Rumors  —  NFL'S SEAN MURPHY-BUNTING THAT'S NOT ME IN BOBBI ALTHOFF VID ... Denies Dating Rumor  —  NFL cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting is setting the record straight on his dating life ... saying he's NOT the guy kissing Bobbi Althoff …
Discussion: People, New York Post and Just Jared
Brahmjot Kaur / E! Online:
Trinity Rodman Says Dennis Rodman Is “Not a Dad” While Detailing Strained Relationship  —  Dennis Rodman's daughter Trinity Rodman explained why her dad is only a parent “by blood” and “nothing else” while reflecting on their relationship.  —  Trinity Rodman is setting the record straight.
Rachel Burchfield / People:
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie Make Rare Decision to Skip Christmas Celebrations at Sandringham — Here's Why  —  The York sisters have rarely missed a Christmas with the royal family throughout their lives, including since marrying and welcoming children
Just Jared:
Paramount+ Renews ‘Mayor of Kingstown’ For Season 4!  —  Paramount+ has renewed Mayor of Kingstown for a fourth season!  —  The series was co-created by Yellowstone's Taylor Sheridan as well as Hugh Dillon and stars Jeremy Renner.  —  Keep reading to find out more...
Hannah Sacks / People:
Rainey Qualley Is a Mom!  Actress and Singer Welcomes First Baby with Partner Anthony Wilson  —  The daughter of actress Andie MacDowell has officially become a parent  —  Rainey Qualley is a mom!  —  The singer and actress, who releases music under the name Rainsford, has welcomed her first baby with her partner, Anthony Wilson.
Discussion: Daily Mail, E! Online and Extra
Just Jared:
‘Death of a Unicorn’ Trailer: Jenna Ortega & Paul Rudd Kill a Unicorn - Watch Now!  —  The trailer for Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega's Death Of A Unicorn from A24 is finally here!  The film is from writer/director Alex Scharfman.  —  Here's the film's synopsis: A father (Rudd) and daughter …
Victoria Johns / The Mirror:
What's going on with Lily Allen?  Mental health woes and removing wedding ring  —  Smile star, Lily Allen, who is married to Stranger Things actor, David Harbour, has concerned fans after admitting she's unable to eat and going through a ‘rough time’  —  Lily Allen's fans are worried …
English Español / Us Weekly:
Diddy Is ‘Trying to Stay Positive’ for 1st Christmas Behind Bars: Details of His Holiday Meal, More (Exclusive)  —  In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies  —  On the morning of November 22, Sean “Diddy” Combs entered an NYC courtroom for a pretrial hearing.
Discussion: People, Suggest, Vibe and Extra
Sarah Jones / Page Six:
Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez have ‘every intention’ of staying ‘connected’ post-divorce: ‘They have a lot of history’  —  Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are still planning to stay “connected” post-divorce, a source exclusively tells Page Six.  —  “They have every intention of continuing …
Russell Steinberg / Us Weekly:
Diddy's Alleged Drug Mule Brendan Paul Avoids Jail Time in Felony Drug Case  —  The felony drug case against Sean “Diddy” Combs' alleged drug mule Brendan Paul has been officially dismissed seven months after he managed to avoid jail time by entering a six month drug diversion program.
 
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