Sad news to start: Sophie Kinsella, the Shopaholic author, has died at 55 after battling brain cancer. She sold over 50 million books and inspired Confessions of a Shopaholic. Her family remembers her for her warmth and humor… clearly, a girl who knew how to shop and make us laugh.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s court drama is hitting a delay. Their trial, originally March, is now pushed to May because the judge has “more urgent” criminal cases. Lively is suing for $160 million over harassment claims, and Baldoni’s $400 million countersuit got tossed. Everyone’s now talking settlements… like civilized adults.
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau might team up on a project. Sources say it’s still brainstorming, but these two are thinking big—maybe a documentary, maybe a product. Power couple alert.
Meghan Markle finally got a letter to her dad after his emergency surgery. The estranged duo hasn’t spoken much since 2018, but at least a little note made it through.
Pamela Anderson confirmed a brief romance with Liam Neeson after The Naked Gun. Highlights included gardening, a French dinner, and yes… Neeson chasing off a bear. Short-lived, but apparently very real.
Jessica Simpson is reportedly eyeing The Bachelorette. She’s ready to get romanced on camera and maybe find love again while keeping her busy career life rolling.
Paris Hilton threw a private birthday dinner for Britney Spears in Mexico. Hot pink boxes, candles, and birthday vibes. Britney hurt herself doing a boat flip, though, so fingers crossed she’s okay.
Wendy Williams could regain her independence by year-end. Her attorney says she’s showing major improvement, contradicting earlier reports of dementia. Three years sober, and she’s taking back the wheel.
And Taylor Swift fans, your time is coming. Good Morning America released a sneak peek of her docuseries The End of an Era. Episodes 1 and 2 drop Friday on Disney+, showing all the chaos behind her massive tour.
