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5:15 PM ET, April 11, 2025

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People:
Eric Dane Announces He Has Been Diagnosed with ALS (Exclusive)  —  “I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter,” the actor tells PEOPLE exclusively  —  Eric Dane has amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), he tells PEOPLE exclusively.
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Corinne Heller / E! Online:
Rebecca Gayheart Shares Update on Eric Dane Relationship After Dismissing Divorce
Craig Garrett / Suggest:
6 Dead After Helicopter Crashes Into Hudson River  —  A sightseeing helicopter in New York City shattered midair before crashing upside-down into the Hudson River, tragically claiming the lives of the pilot and a family of five Spanish tourists on April 10.  —  A source familiar …
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abc7NY:
Pilot, family of 5 from Spain killed after helicopter crashes into Hudson River
ABC:
Australian model Lucy Markovic dies after arteriovenous malformation treatment  —  In short:  —  The 27-year-old model had previously posted about needing surgery for a brain condition.  —  Her death was announced on social media and confirmed by her talent agency.
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'Australia's Next Top Model' Star Lucy Markovic Dead at 27
Discussion: The Hollywood Gossip and Mirror
Page Six:
Meghan Markle pops up in NYC to see ‘Gypsy’ on Broadway as Prince Harry makes surprise trip to Ukraine  —  Meghan Markle stepped out for a fun night in New York City during Prince Harry's trip across the pond.  —  The Duchess of Sussex grabbed a bite to eat with a few friends at the Polo Bar …
Discussion: InStyle, Just Jared, People, Elle and RADAR
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Eileen Reslen / Page Six:
Meghan Markle hires ‘over-the-top,’ 4-car motorcade for Broadway night out: ‘Absolutely abnormal’
Brianne Tracy / People:
Anjelica Huston Reveals Why She 'Didn't Have a Good Time' Making Smash (Exclusive)  —  From 2012-2013, the Hollywood legend starred on the NBC musical drama as Eileen Rand  —  Anjelica Huston's time on Smash wasn't all roses.  —  From 2012-2013, the Hollywood legend, 73 …
Vanessa Serna / Page Six:
Weezer's Scott Shriner issues bizarre statement after wife was shot by cops, charged with attempted murder  —  Bassist Scott Shriner promoted Weezer's Coachella performance after his wife, Jillian Shriner, was shot by cops and charged with attempted murder after a police chase.
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Ethan Millman / The Hollywood Reporter:
Weezer Will Still Play Coachella After Scott Shriner's Wife Was Shot By Police
Maria Sherman / Associated Press:
Mariah Carey on new music, Rihanna, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and her lost grunge album  —  It may be hard to conceive of now, but there was once a lull in Mariah Carey's superstar career.  In 2001, her film “Glitter” was a commercial flop; the album that followed, 2002's introspective “Charmbracelet,” was met with a muted response.
Discussion: Vibe, Billboard and People
TMZ.com:
Chris Appleton Says He'd Have Sex With Khloé Kardashian Despite Being Gay  —  CHRIS APPLETON OF COURSE I'D BANG KHLOÉ KARDASHIAN ... Sexual Orientation Ain't Getting in the Way!!!  —  WHAT GUY WOULDN'T?!?  —  Chris Appleton — Kim Kardashian's hairstylist …
Discussion: Us Weekly and Daily Mail
Jane Lacroix / Star Magazine:
Martha Stewart, 83, Stuns In Sultry New Selfie That Has Fans Saying She's ‘Aging Backwards’  —  Martha Stewart is leaving everyone speechless with her latest selfie, looking as radiant as ever at 83 years old.  —  The lifestyle mogul took to Instagram on Tuesday, April 8, to share a sultry new selfie …
Discussion: Suggest, People and Page Six
Sydney Sweeney / Interview Magazine:
“I'm Really Good at Using My Body”: Brandon Sklenar, by Sydney Sweeney  —  Brandon Sklenar is a chill guy—he spent the pandemic in a bungalow, tripping on mushrooms and writing music.  He's also a bit of a daredevil, doing all his own stunts on 1923, the Taylor Sheridan-created Western that made him a star.
Discussion: Daily Mail and Just Jared
Nick Romano / Entertainment Weekly:
Minecraft director reacts to movie's success and that insane ‘chicken jockey’ trend: 'It's just a bonanza' (exclusive)  —  Filmmaker Jared Hess can't stop watching audience reaction videos.  —  Jared Hess is losing sleep due to all the audience reaction videos he's seen for his latest film, A Minecraft Movie — but in a good way.
Caralynn Matassa / Business Insider:
Matt Bomer doesn't regret turning down playing a Ken in ‘Barbie’  — Matt Bomer still thinks he made the right call in turning down “Barbie.”  — Bomer previously revealed he'd auditioned to play a Ken but pulled out.  He starred in “Maestro” instead.
Discussion: E! Online, Just Jared and Variety
People:
Christina Ricci's Daughter Cleo, 3, Doesn't Like Being Called ‘Cute’ — and She Says the Reason Why Is ‘So Important’ (Exclusive)  —  The ‘Yellowjackets’ actress has two children: daughter Cleopatra and son Freddie  —  Christina Ricci's daughter is confident in who she is.
Discussion: SheKnows
Esther Kang / People:
Love on the Spectrum's Connor Tomlinson on ‘Nerve-Racking’ Season 3 — and Where He Stands with Georgie Today (Exclusive)  —  The couple made things official after sharing their first kiss on the Netflix reality show  —  Warning: This post contains spoilers for season 3 of Love on the Spectrum.
Discussion: InTouch Weekly
Desiree Anello / E! Online:
Comedian Jo Koy Reacts After Electrical Fire Forces Flight's Emergency Landing  —  Comedian Jo Koy shared that his flight from the Philippines to Los Angeles made an emergency landing in Tokyo, Japan, after smoke began to fill the cabin.  —  Jo Koy is not laughing about his recent flight experience.
 
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