Jon Gosselin is officially off the market! After three years of dating, the former Jon & Kate Plus 8 star is engaged to his girlfriend, Stephanie Lebo. He popped the question last Saturday in Pennsylvania with both families present, making the moment even more special. The couple seems really happy, and it’s great to see Jon moving forward after everything he’s been through. Big congrats to them both!
Thursday’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade took an unexpected turn when pro-Palestinian protesters interrupted the event. The protesters blocked the parade route and even halted the iconic Ronald McDonald balloon, holding up a banner that read, “Don’t celebrate genocide!” They were chanting “Free Palestine,” marking the second year in a row that protests over the Israel-Hamas conflict disrupted the parade. Tensions around the situation continue to be high, and this has become a symbol of larger political unrest.
Charlie Rose, the former CBS This Morning host, has settled a lawsuit with three women who accused him of sexual harassment. In a surprising turn, the women no longer believe there was ill intent behind his actions. The lawsuit was resolved without many details, but it marks a new chapter for Rose, who has since returned to the public eye with a YouTube show. It’s a reminder of how complicated these cases can be, but it also shows the possibility for reconciliation and moving forward.
Talk about awkward! Billboard issued an apology to Taylor Swift after they mistakenly used a nude wax figure of her from Kanye West’s controversial Famous video in a tribute clip. The error was quickly corrected, and while the #1 spot on Billboard’s list hasn’t been revealed yet, it’s expected that Beyoncé will take the top spot. This mix-up only adds to the ongoing drama around celebrity tributes and public image!
Margot Robbie has been doing some serious reflecting on the flop of Babylon (2022), which earned only $63 million despite a star-studded cast. She compared its failure to The Shawshank Redemption, which was also a box office disappointment before becoming a beloved classic. While Babylon may not have hit it big, Robbie’s career is still soaring—just look at the success of Barbie, which made over $1 billion worldwide!
Move over Hallmark, Netflix is turning up the heat this holiday season with new films like Hot Frosty and The Merry Gentlemen. Dr. Laura Berman has called these films a “steamy escape,” predicting that more holiday films with hot guy leads are coming our way—though she’s quick to note they’re not going full-on adult content… yet! Looks like we’re in for a warmer winter!
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Tom Arnold shared a heartwarming moment on November 26 when they reunited for the 43rd Annual Miracle on 1st Street Turkey Giveaway in Los Angeles. Together, they helped distribute 1,000 turkeys and meals to families in need. Schwarzenegger, who’s been a longtime supporter of the event, made sure to add a festive tree-lighting ceremony to the occasion. It’s so great to see stars giving back to the community, especially during the holiday season.
Cynthia Erivo has weighed in on the ongoing debate over whether audiences should sing along at Wicked performances. Her stance? Go ahead and sing if you’re feeling it! It’s refreshing to see a star embrace the energy of the audience, even as some people feel uncertain about it. Meanwhile, Elphaba cosplayers are having some trouble with AMC’s ban on face coverings, but it’s still a go for singing at the show!
