A quick update on the Nancy Guthrie case out of Arizona. A glove found about two miles from her home was re-tested for DNA — no match in the national CODIS database. It was first tested in Florida, then had to be tested again in Arizona because of federal rules. Investigators also say it’s not the same glove people were talking about before. Police are now checking about 40 local gun buyers after identifying the kind of holster the suspected kidnapper may have used. So yes — if you recently bought a holster, maybe keep your receipts handy.
Hollywood legend Robert Duvall has passed away at 95. His wife shared the news. He gave us unforgettable roles in films like The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, and Days of Thunder. A career so long and stacked it needs its own streaming service.
There are unconfirmed reports that James Van Der Beek passed away earlier this month. Fans have raised over 2.5 million dollars for his family through GoFundMe. Some people questioned the need after reports of a multi-million-dollar property purchase, but his rep says the down payment came from a trust set up with friends. Supporters point out cancer treatment bills are no joke — they make concert ticket fees look reasonable.
Shia LaBeouf was hurt in a street fight in New Orleans. Video shows him getting hit several times before police showed up. He was taken to hospital, then later arrested and is facing two simple battery charges. Reports say it started with a dispute involving bar staff in the French Quarter. Only in New Orleans can your night go from jazz and beignets to court dates.
Apple Martin — daughter of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin — is shutting down rumors she was expelled from school for bullying. She posted that the story is completely false and says she’s never been expelled anywhere. She also added that people not liking her is fine and that’s just how the internet works. Honestly, that’s a pretty mature take for someone who grew up with Goop candles in the house.
Anderson Cooper is leaving 60 Minutes after nearly 20 years. He says he wants more time with his young kids and isn’t renewing his contract. He’s won multiple Emmys for his work there and was even rumored to be on a short list for a major anchor job. Turns out the only breaking news he wants now is who broke the toy in the living room.
AJ McLean from the Backstreet Boys is pushing hard for a full ‘90s pop Super Bowl halftime show — Backstreet, Britney, NSYNC, 98 Degrees — the whole frosted-tips cinematic universe. He says that era just makes people feel good. He’s not wrong. One chord and half the audience will try to find their old CD binders.
There’s also buzz that Jay-Z wants to make future Super Bowl halftime shows less “safe” and more culture-shifting after recent success with bolder picks. The word is he wants impact over guaranteed ratings. Translation: fewer predictable sing-alongs, more group chats arguing the next morning.
Logan Paul’s ultra-rare Pikachu Illustrator Pokémon card just sold for over 16 million dollars at auction. He bought it for about 5.3 million in 2021. It’s one of only 39 ever made and graded a perfect 10. Somewhere, a parent who threw out a binder of cards in 2002 is staring into space right now.
Fans of Kpop Demon Hunters may need patience — like, a lot of it. The animation team says a sequel could be up to a decade away because they’re tied up with awards season and other projects. Some fans say the audience will grow up before the sequel arrives. Others say good animation takes time. Either way, set a reminder for 2036.
And finally, Sydney Sweeney is reportedly being considered for a Jedi role in an upcoming Star Wars film. Lucasfilm isn’t confirming anything yet, but multiple new Star Wars movies are in development. So the Force is strong — and apparently still hiring.
