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Dolly Parton left us on August 25. She was 80. It was just 15 days ago. She died following a brief battle with cancer at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer in Nashville, surrounded by the people who loved her most. Before that happened, she filmed herself guiding every future visitor through the Life of Many Colors Museum she built inside her SongTeller Hotel in downtown Nashville. On September 29, those visitors will arrive and Dolly will be there to greet them. Guest reservations begin September 14 — that’s five days from today. Museum tickets are on sale now for visits beginning September 29. The grand opening is September 29. She knew you were coming. She got ready.

Here’s the serendipitous way she found the building. Parton found a copy of her own book, Songteller, sitting in the lobby of what had once been an office building in downtown Nashville. She knew immediately. It was kismet. That was the space. That was the name. The SongTeller Hotel.

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She built it in partnership with Herschend and gave it 245 unique guest rooms and suites. It was supposed to open in June, but she pushed the date back. “I wanted to join all my Nashville friends downtown, but I didn’t just want it to be another bar,” she said. “So we found a way to bring in my museum on the third floor and make it really special.” There’s Jolene‘s on the top floor and Parton’s Live on the second. A cafe. A partnership with FEMcountry to spotlight women in music. Gold and pink and butterfly accents in every corner. Dolly all the way down.

The Life of Many Colors Museum sits at 126 3rd Avenue North in Nashville and has its own dedicated entrance. It takes up the entire third floor of the hotel — more than 20,000 square feet. Dolly’s own family designed and curated it: her sister Rachel Parton George and her niece, Rebecca Seaver. Inside the space, you’ll find a personal collection of Dolly’s stage costumes, records, guitars, awards, a Hall of Fame exhibit, and a full-size tour bus. There’s even a recreation of the small cabin she grew up in, and a gift shop. And then there’s the part that gets you. “Utilizing the latest technology and filmed earlier this year, Dolly herself will guide guests through her life story.” She filmed this before she left us. Her voice. Her face. Her story. In her own words. Walking you through the life she built from a one-room cabin in the Smoky Mountains to everywhere in the world.

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She said it best herself. “This museum is a place where folks can see my journey through my own eyes — every color, every story, and every dream that brought me here. I can’t wait to welcome visitors from around the world to Nashville to share in my life of many colors.” She couldn’t wait. And now she won’t have to. She’s already there.

Her cousin Richie Owens performs September 16 at Parton’s Live. Her niece Jada Star kicks off an artist residency there on September 17. And her Broadway musical DOLLY: A True Original Musical starts previews in December 2026, with opening night on January 19, 2027. On what would have been her 81st birthday. She wasn’t just building a hotel. She was building things she knew would outlast her. She knew what she was doing. The family is showing up. The legacy will be just fine.

She’ll Be There to Greet You

Walk through those doors on September 29, and Dolly Parton will be right there to greet you. Not a recording tucked in a corner. Not a photo on a wall. Dolly herself, guiding you through her own story using the footage she filmed earlier this year. She made this for you. She was thinking about the people who would walk through those doors long after she was gone. She wanted to be the one to show them around. She got that chance.

She found the building because her own book was sitting in the lobby waiting for her. She built the museum with her sister and her niece. She filmed the welcome before she left us. She planned everything right down to the cabin she grew up in and the tour bus she traveled in. Then, on August 25, she was gone. But on September 29, those doors open at 126 Third Ave. North in Nashville. Reservations and tickets are available now at the Life of Many Colors Museum website and the SongTeller Hotel website. She knew you were coming. She got ready. She’ll still be in Nashville to greet you.

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Good Morning America just announced a major host shake-up and format change after Janai Norman‘s exit in April.

On Wednesday, Sept. 9, ABC revealed its new lineup of anchors for Good Morning America Weekend, and it ultimately affects the weekday GMA broadcasts, too.

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Saturdays will see Rachel Scott teaming up with seasoned weekend host Whit Johnson, while Sundays will feature Rhiannon Ally pairing with Gio Benitez, People reported. Meanwhile, Leslie Lopez will join on both Saturdays and Sundays as the weekend meteorologist.

These hosting changes will begin on Saturday, Sept. 12.

“We know weekend mornings are precious to our audience, and we could not be more excited to have Whit, Rachel, Gio and Rhiannon as our new weekend team, along with Leslie, to help our viewers make the most of their Saturdays and Sundays,” Simone Swink, GMA senior executive producer, said in a statement. “Plus, our new format will allow this team to show up more on our weekday broadcasts, too.”

Johnson has worked as a GMA Weekend co-host since 2018, while Benitez has done so since 2023.

Although Scott is new to hosting the program, she has been with ABC News since 2016, when she joined as a production associate. She most recently worked as the senior political correspondent, which she will continue while hosting the Saturday GMA program.

Meanwhile, Ally has worked for ABC News since 2021. She has co-anchored both World News Now and Good Morning America First Look. Additionally, Ally previously worked with Benitez when they co-anchored local news in Miami.

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GMA‘s weekend switch-up came five months after Norman confirmed her exit from the show after 15 years with ABC News.

“I have loved my job. It has been a joy to connect with my co-workers and with viewers to help keep you informed and entertained, and to create this community,” she said in a video shared on social media, including X. “So it really breaks my heart that I don’t get to say goodbye. I’m so sorry that I don’t get to say goodbye. It would have been fun.”

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Get Smart is set to make an unexpected comeback thanks to a new project in early development at Warner Bros.

According to Deadline, the studio is currently working on a reboot of NBC’s hit comedy series with four-time Emmy winner John Mulaney in the lead role. Now You See Me: Now You Don’t writer Seth Grahame-Smith is penning the script, with Chuck Roven and Andrew Lazar set to produce.

Created by Mel Brooks and Buck Henry, Get Smart acted as a not-so-subtle spoof of the secret agent genre, acting as a humorous alternative to the spy stories of the Sean Connery-era James Bond series.

Premiering on NBC in 1965, the series ran for a total of five seasons and 138 episodes, with its final season airing on CBS and formally concluding in 1970.

The show specifically starred Don Adams as out-of-his-element secret agent Maxwell Smart, an operative for the secret government agency CONTROL who routinely battles his counterparts at KAOS.

A previous reboot of the series came with a 2008 adaptation starring Steve Carell as Smart, with Anne Hathaway, Dwayne Johnson, Alan Arkin, Terence Stamp and James Caan rounding out the remainder of the cast.

Prior to the 2008 remake, multiple adaptations and continuations followed the original Get Smart’s wake, including a 1980 feature film, The Nude Bomb, and a 1989 made-for-TV sequel, Get Smart, Again!

In 1995, the series returned to Fox for a seven episode revival series, featuring the return of original stars Don Adams and Barbara Feldon along with new additions Andy Dick, Heather Morgan and Elaine Hendrix.

Over the past few decades, Mulaney has enjoyed increasing critical success in mainstream comedy, as evidenced by his successful writing tenure at Saturday Night Live and his equally well-loved stand-up specials, including The Top Part, New in Town, Kid Gorgeous and Baby J.

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If you don’t live somewhere where the sun is always shining, then you still have a couple more months to host outdoor gatherings. And if you do live in a place that’s constantly sunny, then you’ll always be in need of dependable outdoor items. Luckily for both parties, Walmart’s home sales section is filled with patio sets, outdoor rugs, and more backyard finds at amazing prices right now. One example is the Ainfox Pop-Up Canopy Tent, which will not only provide shade during brutal heat waves, but is also 78% off right now.

The tent initially cost $280, but has been reduced to as low as $62 during a clearance sale. Over 50 customers have already purchased the canopy since yesterday, so you’ll want to shop for it before it sells out completely. The bestselling outdoor item is available in six colors (pink, white, blue, brown, gray, and black), and two sizes (10- by10 feet, and 12- by-12 feet). The prices vary by color and size, with the maximum sale price being $135. 

Ainfox Pop-Up Canopy Tent, From $62 (was $280) at Walmart

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The tent provides 100 square feet of shade and privacy in the smallest size, so it can easily fit a table of people underneath. This makes it a great option for celebrations (you may want to consider purchasing a few canopies if it’s a larger party) and intimate meals that would just require one tent. The structure comes with eight stakes and four ropes that keep it secure on windy days. Shoppers said that you can set it up and take it down in just a few minutes, whether you’re solo or have an extra set of hands present.

The canopy additionally features a waterproof PVC top that’s lined with silver to prevent overexposure from sun rays. Plus, there’s a rust-resistant steel frame that one reviewer described as “durable.” Due to its sturdiness and versatility, you can take the tent beyond just your backyard. Customers used it at the beach, in parks, and for big events. Plus, the outdoor find comes with a wheeled carrying bag so that you can transport it easily.  

Shoppers further cited the tent as “sturdy,” “practical,” “great quality,” and “spacious,” with one adding that it “provided good shade for several hours” after a family occasion. The best part about this tent is that you can shop for it in fun colors, like pink, which another reviewer said “adds a unique touch” to backyard parties. 

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Don’t be surprised if your neighbors start asking to borrow this amazing pop-up tent due to its sheer convenience and reliability. Even if you’re not currently planning a backyard party, it’s so affordable that it might be worth picking up in case it comes in handy in the future. Don’t miss out on Walmart’s $62 clearance sale while it lasts! 

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If you thought Royal Caribbean had peaked with its record-shattering Icon Class, think again.

Hero of the Seas, the fourth ship in the headline-grabbing series, just celebrated its official “float out” milestone at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland. Over 90 million gallons of water flooded into the dry dock, lifting the massive steel structure off its blocks so it could be guided to the outfitting pier for the final phase of construction.

While the vessel won’t welcome its first vacationers until August 2027 from PortMiami, the milestone offers a first glimpse into how the cruise line plans to level up its family-vacation formula.

Building on what company leaders describe as a constant design cycle of “tradition, evolution, and revolution,” the ship will balance beloved staples with brand-new venues, high-flying thrills, and fresh accommodations.

“When you look at Icon or Oasis class, we’ve also got multiple neighborhoods within a ship that cater to and serve certain kinds of demands and needs,” said Michael Bayley, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean International at a panel on board Legend of the Seas. “The idea for Royal really is that you can come on board as a family—multigenerational, teens, kids, grandparents—and everybody can go off and have their own enjoyment in their own neighborhood in their own way, and then everybody comes together in the evening.”

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A 3-Deck ‘Treehouse’ and Record-Breaking Swim Space

Across eight distinct neighborhoods, Hero of the Seas is pushing both pool deck dimensions and family suites further than its predecessors:

• The Ultimate Family Treehouse: Royal Caribbean’s multi-story mega-suites are already legendary, but Hero is introducing a brand-new concept: the three-deck Ultimate Family Treehouse, an over-the-top enclave with private play zones, sprawling terraces, and panoramic ocean vistas.
• Nine Pools (The Most at Sea): Water-lovers will have nine distinct pools to choose from, including the newly debuted Coconut Cove pool. Adults seeking peace and quiet will find an expanded version of The Hideaway, which will now feature two pools—including the largest swim-up bar at sea.
• Crown’s Edge & Category 6: Thrill-seekers haven’t been forgotten. The top deck will host the Category 6 waterpark alongside Crown’s Edge—a heart-pounding hybrid skywalk, obstacle course, and zip line dangling 154 feet above the open ocean.

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28 Dining Concepts and a New Southern Supper Club

On the culinary side, Hero will roll out 28 dining spots along with cooking classes designed for all ages. Headlining the new culinary concepts is the Orleans Parrish Supper Club, bringing a lively dose of Big Easy-inspired flavor, jazz-infused ambiance, and elevated dining to sea.

That blend of comfort-food classics and envelope-pushing supper clubs is intentional. “People love pizza, burgers, seafood, and steak,” Bayley explains. “Other concepts come and go based very much on customer feedback. If we’ve got the opportunity, we’ll try to improve everything.”

“It really stems from our ultimate mission in life: to deliver the best vacation experiences for someone’s family,” adds Jason Liberty, Chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group. “We spend a lot of time dreaming and designing these ships six or seven years before they launch. What you see doesn’t just happen—it’s through a lot of interaction with our guests to define what they’re looking for across five or six different generations.”

Related: A First Look at Legend of the Seas, the New Icon-Class Megaship

Where Hero of the Seas Sails

Once delivered in late summer 2027, Hero of the Seas will homeport year-round in Miami, sailing alternating 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries. Stops will include Cozumel, Mexico; Roatan, Honduras; Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas; and Philipsburg, St. Maarten.

True to the Icon Class playbook, every single sailing will feature a call at Royal Caribbean’s private island hotspot, Perfect Day CocoCay in The Bahamas.

Bookings for Hero of the Seas are officially open, giving travelers three full years to lock down their cabin on Royal Caribbean’s newest floating playground.

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Dolly Parton was aware of her grim health prognosis before her death. Still, the country icon opted to keep her medical condition from the public in an effort to keep everyone happy and hopeful.

In her first public interview since the “9 to 5” singer’s death, Dolly’s sister Stella sat with Gayle King of CBS Mornings to discuss the last days of Dolly’s life, and why she didn’t inform fans that she was ill. According to Stella, Dolly wanted to protect those she loved, which extended to even family members who were in the dark about her health decline.

“She did not want people sad,” Stella saud during the exclusive interview. “She’d be really happy and delighted that people have shown her so much love.”

Dolly died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80. It came as a shock to the world, with King noting everyone was unaware of her ailing health. Stella said not every family member knew about Dolly’s cancer, saying that only “some of us knew, the ones of us that were closer,” adding, “Dolly could not bear negative things,” Stella Parton told King in the interview in Nashville. “And she would not have wanted her fans worried about it.”

At the time of her death, Dolly’s team revealed that she died at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center “after bravely facing a brief battle with cancer.” Her family has not specified the type of cancer, or how long she was sick.

In a Facebook tribute, Stella revealed that Dolly offered to receive experimental cancer drugs “in the hope of helping others in the future,” writing: “My sister was one of the most generous, thoughtful, and kind people I’ve ever known,” she wrote in a tribute shared on Facebook. “What the world saw is exactly who she was.”

Michael J. Fox is speaking candidly about how living with Parkinson’s disease has changed over the decades, while making clear that his determination to help find a cure has not faded.

Fox, 65, was diagnosed at 29, when his acting career was soaring, according to his official website. More than three decades later, he continues to balance the realities of the disease with his advocacy through the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.

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Fox acknowledged that symptoms, including tremors and balance problems, have become more difficult over time. “Of course, things have gotten harder over the years,” he told People in an interview published on Wednesday, September 9.

Still, Fox remains focused on the work his foundation is doing. “I’m privileged to commit my time and energy to bringing everything I’ve got to help cure this disease.”

Why Did Michael J. Fox Become a Parkinson’s Advocate?

Fox founded the Michael J. Fox Foundation in 2000, years after privately navigating his diagnosis. He told the outlet that he understood his fame could help bring attention to Parkinson’s research.

“[I knew] my name could attract attention to help us achieve our goals faster. But I also have this disease. I know the issues, and I share my community’s sense of urgency,” Fox said. The foundation has since funded more than $3 billion in Parkinson’s research.

How Did His Diagnosis Change Michael J. Fox’s Priorities? Actor Michael J. Fox smiles during the ‘Back to the Future’ reunion

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Fox has said receiving the diagnosis at such a young age changed the way he viewed fame and success. “You think about a 19-year-old, 17-year-old kid, you want to be rich and famous and change the world, and you want to be the big ‘it’ thing,” he told USA Today in July. “And when you start to search for a cure for a disease, that stuff is just so silly.”

He added, “The point where it got boring and tedious turned into a lever to operate a much bigger machine.”

Is Michael J. Fox Still Acting?

Although Fox has stepped away from acting more than once, he recently returned to television for a guest appearance in Season 3 of Shrinking. His advocacy, however, remains central to his life. “What we’re doing isn’t happening at them or for them,” Fox told USA Today about people living with Parkinsonism symptoms. “It’s happening with them.”

For Fox, that community remains at the heart of a mission he has pursued for more than 25 years.

Jason Kelce may be able to score Taylor Swift tickets for free, but with a net worth like his, he can also afford to buy them himself!

“I think the Kelce brand, in general, is pretty high right now,” Kelce told Golfer’s Journal in November 2024, when a reporter pointed out that his longstanding underdog status no longer seems relevant.

“I don’t know that it should be this high. If anything, we’re the overdog now. We’re way overvalued, probably. But I think I still try to attack things with that same mentality of, you put the work in, you do your best and you just try to get better than the day before—all the mentality that I had before.”

It was that mentality that got Kelce, who played center for the Philadelphia Eagles for 13 seasons before announcing his retirement in March 2024, where he is now. Keep reading to learn more about his humble beginnings and what he gets paid today. 

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How did Jason Kelce get his start?

Jason Kelce had a slow and unconventional start in football, having played multiple positions over the course of his college career. In 2005, his first year at the University of Cincinnati, he was redshirted, which means he didn’t actually play in any games at all but merely practiced with the team in hopes of getting better at the game.

In the years that followed, he mostly flew under the radar, bouncing from defensive player to offensive lineman, until finally landing on the position that would make him a star athlete: center. 

“I entered the University of Cincinnati as a walk-on,” Kelce said in his emotional 2024 retirement speech. “As a linebacker, I had no idea what to expect, but scenes from [the movie] Rudy would often race in my mind. It became apparent immediately that walk-ons would have to fight harder for their opportunities than the rest of the team. I had no stars, no investment from the team or the coaches. I’d have to earn everything, and that’s good, because I had no clue what hard work was yet. Knowing that I had to earn my respect every day made me committed like never before.”

In 2011, Kelce was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round (191st overall). He wasn’t exactly a top prospect, but he had a reputation for being a hard worker with a great mind for football. 

“I won’t forget the call I got from [coach] Andy Reid on draft day, and my father rushing into the room with tears streaming down his face as his son’s dreams had just been realized,” he said at his retirement conference. “It had just been announced on TV I had been drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles.”

Kelce went on to play for the Eagles for 13 years, the entirety of his career. 

What is Jason Kelce’s net worth in 2026?

As of 2026, Jason Kelce’s net worth is estimated to be around $60 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. He’s amassed this fortune from his NFL salary, endorsements, business ventures (including his New Heights podcast), a post-retirement deal with ESPN and more.

How much did Jason Kelce make as a rookie?

As a rookie in 2011, Jason Kelce signed a four-year contract with the Philadelphia Eagles worth approximately $2.1 million, including a $97,432 signing bonus. His average salary for the contract was $534,358.

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How much money did Jason Kelce make playing for the NFL?

Kelce made tens of millions of dollars during his 13-year career with the NFL. After his first contract was up, he signed a six-year extension in 2014 for $37.5 million, a significant pay bump compared to his rookie deal and proof that he was, by then, a top center in the NFL.

In 2021, the charismatic player signed a one-year deal worth $14 million, including a $5.5 million signing bonus; and as of 2024, his last year with the NFL, Jason’s contract was a one-year deal worth $14 million. 

That put his total earnings from football at about $80 million, and that’s without taking into consideration the millions he was paid for endorsement deals with brands like Old Spice, Nike and Bose. 

Who makes more money, Travis or Jason Kelce?

With a reported net worth of $90 million, Travis Kelce is far richer than his big brother. But of course, Travis’s wife, Taylor Swift, is richer than both of them combined!

How much is Jason Kelce paid for his New Heights podcast?

In August 2024, co-hosts Jason and Travis Kelce reportedly signed a deal in the $100 million range with Amazon’s podcast studio Wondery for their New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce podcast.

Although the podcast is still streamable on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, the agreement gave Wondery exclusive ad-sales and distribution rights for all audio and video episodes.

How much does ESPN pay Jason Kelce for Monday Night Football?

For ESPN’s Monday Night Countdown, Kelce reportedly signed a deal for $1.8 million per year on a three-year contract. The deal was also said to include a $1 million signing bonus. 

“Today, I must admit, I am officially overrated,” he said in his retirement speech. “Vastly overrated. It took a lot of hard work and determination getting here. I have been the underdog my entire career and I mean this when I say it, I wish I still was.”

He continued, “Few things gave me more joy than proving someone wrong … whenever I was faced with doubt in my career, be it from fans, from coaches, even from my own teammates, the American dream would burn from deep inside my bones which leads to my last Jeff Stoutland quote, ‘Hungry dogs run faster.'”

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Another one of Julia Stiles‘ on-screen dream schools has gotten in on the fun of supporting the actress ahead of her Dancing With the Stars debut next week.

Sarah Lawrence College dropped a cheeky response to Juilliard’s recent Instagram post — which struck a more serious tone, making it clear that Stiles herself did not attend the school even though her Save the Last Dance character got accepted. Clearly in on the joke, Sarah Lawrence College, the college where Stiles’ 10 Things I Hate About You character was accepted, took to social media and openly supported Stiles.

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“*Checks registrar* Yes, Kat Stratford did in fact attend Sarah Lawrence, and we’ll gladly claim Julia Stiles as an honorary alumna as well!” the post read. “We can’t wait to see her kill it on DWTS (but this time, no tables).”

The post also gave a shoutout to “real-life Sarah Lawrence alumna,” Larisa Oleynik who played Stiles’ sister in the 1999 film.

Related: Emotional Predictions for ‘DWTS’ Season 35 Dedication Night Have Fans Divided

The post came after Juilliard’s caption seemingly didn’t sit right with followers as it took the opportunity to promote the school instead of joining in on the 2001 movie’s fandom.

“Checks registrar No, Julia Stiles did not, in fact, attend Juilliard. But we love her anyway. You can see ~actual~ Juilliard dancers (and musicians and actors) on Opening Night of the Juilliard Fall Festival Sept 16,” the caption read. “Tickets available at Juilliard.edu/FallFestival P.S. Good luck on DWTS, Julia… we’re cheering you on!”

While commenters on Juilliard’s post were quick to note how the caption missed the opportunity for a fun social media moment, Stiles commented on it saying, “Oh my goodness! Thank you! Best of luck to your amazing students.”

Julia Stiles and Sean Patrick Thomas in ‘Save the Last Dance.’

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She and her DWTS partner Ezra Sosa also acknowledged the post in a chat with E! News at the 2026 Creative Arts Emmy Awards this week.

“I heard about it, because I think that Juilliard actually posted saying, ‘For the record, she did not go to our school,'” Stiles said, to which Sosa added, “which was kind of shady, but honestly, really funny.”

DWTS season 35 premieres in a two-night event on Sept. 15 and 16.

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The truth is, many Americans have never delved far into authentic Brazilian cuisine, with some traditional ingredients difficult—or even impossible—to find outside Brazil, as explored by famed globetrotter Anthony Bourdain on Parts Unknown.

When it comes to churrascarias—Brazil’s fire-roasted steakhouses—it’s a passport for your tastebuds.

Fogo de Chão has become a household name across America.

While certain foods can only be experienced in Brazil, where açaí bowls are more tart than the sugar-loaded U.S. version, dining at Fogo offers a taste of the churrasco experience—starting with fresh pão de queijo (cheese bread) to devour before the meat sweats kick in.

You can even request chicken hearts if you’re down to eat like a true local.

Most patrons, however, simply opt for juicy tri-tip or picanha (Brazil’s prized top sirloin cap) by flashing their green placard for dressed-for-the-part “gauchos” to keep the skewers coming, or flipping it to red when you need to tap the brakes on the carnivorous feast.

Fogo de Chão has become synonymous with meat thanks to its signature Full Churrasco Experience, which makes the popular chain’s new fall menu even more surprising, boldly trading some of the spotlight on its fire-roasted cuts for seafood and a harvest of sweet potatoes, apples, rainbow carrots and other fall delights.

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Anchoring the seasonal offering is Blistered Branzino, described as a “Brazilian take on a South American classic blistered branzino topped with yuca bites and homemade papaya vinaigrette.”

Additionally, the self-serve Market Table gets an autumn refresh with rainbow carrot crudité and hummus, beet hummus, a sweet potato and Fuji apple salad, crispy chickpea and kale salad, and whipped feta with olive oil and mint.

For those saving room alongside the churrasco, a pair of new shareable sides round out the fall spread: Potatoes Au Gratin, layering Yukon Gold potatoes with smoked provolone and Parmesan, and Honey-Roasted Rainbow Carrots served with whipped feta and a drizzle of honey.

If you’re wondering about dessert, the two mainstays commonly referenced in reviews are the caramelized Cheesecake Brûlée and Tres Leches Cake, which one reviewer of the Fairfax, Virginia, location said “never disappoints” and is “always made to perfection.”

Celebrate Caipirinha Day

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There’s more to Fogo de Chão than its endless parade of meat and bold branzino. For starters, caipirinhas, Brazil’s signature cocktail, are a draw in themselves, and many locations offer an All Day Happy Hour with discounted drinks and eats.

Perhaps more surprising for a restaurant built around an endless parade of meat, Fogo says 99% of its menu is gluten-free, including its pão de queijo and the entire Market Table.

Fogo is ringing in National Caipirinha Day on Sept. 10 with a $39-per-person Bar Fogo event featuring two premium caipirinhas, tastings of fire-roasted cuts and various bar bites.

Caipirinhas range from Skinny to Mango Habanero, with a limited-time Coconut Caipirinha joining the lineup for the special occasion.

Like most Americans, country superstar Alan Jackson was grief-stricken in the weeks after the tragic events of 9/11. Though he knew music could be healing, Jackson never expected that he’d be the one to write a song that would bring the country together, honoring those killed in the worst terrorist attack in American history.

But that’s exactly what happened when Jackson woke up at 4 a.m. on a Sunday night with a melody and lyrics pouring out of him, he told CMT about the making of “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning).”

He recalled, “The song came out of nowhere in the middle of the night — the chorus did. Just a gift. And I got up and scribbled it down and put the melody down so I wouldn’t forget it. And then the next day, I started piecing all those verses together that were the thoughts I’d had or visuals I’d had, and … that was about it.”

“It was a Sunday — I remember because, when I started writing it, my wife and girls had gone off to Sunday school, and I finished it that day,” Jackson continued. “Like I said, that song was just a gift. I’ve never felt I could take credit for writing it. Looking back, I guess I just didn’t want to forget how I felt on that day and how I knew other people felt.”

Accompanied by an orchestra, Jackson debuted the song the following week at the 2001 CMA Awards, as seen in the video above.

“It was a tough performance for me,” he told CMT. “You know, just the whole idea of releasing that song was a little bit tough. I wasn’t sure I wanted to put that out, but everybody convinced me that it was the thing to do … and in retrospect, I agree with that.”

The response was immediate, as “Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning)” quickly rose to No. 1 on the country chart, staying there for five weeks. The song won multiple CMA Awards and Jackson’s first-ever Grammy for Best Country Song. In 2010, CMT ranked it the No. 1 Song of the Decade, and it continues to be an important song for many.

Jackson, whose Nashville farewell show in June became the highest-grossing concert by any artist ever, told Yahoo! Entertainment in 2021, “I thought [the song] would probably go away in a couple of years and I wouldn’t be playing it on the road anymore. But now after all these years, it’s kind of just evolved — in what the song is about, anyway. It’s all about faith, hope, and love — not just about 9/11.”

There are some movies that need to be watched without any spoilers the first time ever, and The Sixth Sense is one of them. The 1999 Bruce Willis release is joining Netflix in October, and if you have people in the house who haven’t seen it yet, make it a priority to put it on.

The Sixth Sense was nominated for six Academy Awards, and while it didn’t end up winning any of them, it is considered one of the best movies ever on IMDb at No. 146 on the list. Unfortunately, despite it being Certified Fresh, its 86% Rotten Tomatoes score knocks it out of the running of that site’s list of best movies of all time.

However, it is a movie considered to have one of the best twists in movie history. M. Night Shyamalan offered clues all the way through, even focusing on the color red to indicate when the world of the living and the spirit world were bleeding into each other. Yet, most people never saw the end coming the first time they watched it, needing to watch it again immediately to see where all the clues were.

Of course, if you have people in the house who have never had the opportunity to watch the 1999 release, then you need to go in without any spoilers. The Sixth Sense is joining Netflix on Oct. 1, 2026, marking a great start to scary season.

There are plenty of clues of the twist along the way to check out in your rewatch. When you’re watching, just see how little Malcolm interacts with anything. He doesn’t interact with any physical objects once, and this twist is so beautifully filmed that it’s no wonder everyone missed the twist the first time.

This almost wasn’t a Bruce Willis movie. He didn’t seek out the script, and instead found himself legally bound after he shut down production on Broadway Brawler. That cost Disney $17.5 million, and it led to him agreeing to film three movies, with The Sixth Sense being the second of them — Armageddon and The Kid were the other two.

What it did was put Haley Joel Osment on the map. Shyamalan knew that he had found his star in the 10-year-old after he shared that he had read the script — not just his lines — three times. That’s dedication! And it paid off. Who doesn’t remember the “I see dead people” line viscerally?

Get ready for an October full of scares. The Sixth Sense is just one of the horrors coming out, with Happy Death Day 2U and Underworld: Blood Wars also on the list. Note that this is only for the U.S. platform, as each territory has its own licensing agreements.

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In 1956, Elvis Presley was already becoming impossible for American television to ignore.

The 21-year-old singer had scored a No. 1 hit with “Heartbreak Hotel” earlier that year and was attracting huge television audiences with appearances on Stage Show, The Milton Berle Show and The Steve Allen Show. But on Sept. 9, 1956, Presley made a television appearance that became one of the defining moments of his meteoric rise.

An estimated 60 million people—nearly 83% of American TV viewers—tuned in to watch Presley make his first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show 70 years ago today. That represented a staggering 82.6 percent of the television audience at the time and gave the popular variety show its best ratings in two years.

Getting Presley on the program had required a rather dramatic change of heart.

Ed Sullivan had previously resisted booking the controversial young singer, whose hip-shaking performances had already drawn criticism from some parents, journalists and cultural watchdogs. But after Presley delivered huge ratings for rival programs, Sullivan relented.

Presley was signed to an unprecedented $50,000 contract for three appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show.

There was one notable wrinkle when the big night finally arrived: Sullivan wasn’t there.

The host was recovering from injuries sustained in a serious car accident, so actor Charles Laughton filled in for him. Presley wasn’t actually in the show’s New York studio, either. He performed remotely from CBS Television City in Los Angeles, where he was filming his first movie, Love Me Tender.

Laughton introduced Presley, who performed “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Love Me Tender,” “Ready Teddy” and “Hound Dog” over the course of the broadcast.

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Presley also addressed the enormous television audience himself, calling his appearance on the program “probably the greatest honor I have ever had in my life.”

And despite the controversy surrounding Presley’s gyrating performance style, viewers weren’t limited to carefully framed shots from the waist up that night. The famous decision to show Presley only from the waist up wouldn’t come until his third and final Ed Sullivan Show appearance in January 1957.

By then, there was little question about Presley’s place in American popular culture.

He returned for his second appearance on Oct. 28, 1956, performing songs including “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Love Me Tender” and “Hound Dog.” His third and final appearance came on Jan. 6, 1957, when he performed seven songs across three segments.

That final appearance also produced a remarkable reversal from Sullivan himself.

After initially resisting putting Presley in front of his family-oriented audience, Sullivan praised the singer on the air as “a real decent, fine boy” and said the show had never had a more pleasant experience with a major star.

But it was that first appearance on Sept. 9, 1956, that produced the astonishing numbers.

At just 21 years old, Presley commanded an audience of roughly 60 million people, helping turn a Sunday-night variety show appearance into a landmark moment in television and rock ‘n’ roll history.

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As Saturday Night Live UK looks ahead to its second season, the late-night comedy show has just unveiled two more sets of hosts and musical guests to kick off the series.

It was announced last week that Jeff Goldblum will host the first episode, alongside musical guest CMAT on Sept. 12. Today, SNL UK revealed that Stath Lets Flats’ Jamie Demetriou will host the second episode, and Chicken Shop Date’s Amelia Dimoldenberg will host the third.

Dimoldenberg will be joined by musical guest Rachel Chinouriri, while Demetriou’s episode will feature Royal Blood. Once SNL UK posted the news on social media, fans quickly took to the comment section to express excitement for the guests.

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“Amelia and Rachel?!!?!? I have no one to talk to about this,” one user joked.

“I called Amelia hosting early on, so sat for this,” another said.

“My excitement knows no bounds,” another fan said.

Demetriou is no stranger to SNL UK. He worked as a consultant on Season 1 and previously collaborated with head writer Daran Jonno Johnson, Deadline reported.

SNL UK began its first season on March 21, 2026, featuring hosts like Tina Fey, Hannah Waddingham, Riz Ahmed, and more. Its debut episode premiered on the TV channel Sky, drawing in 226,000 viewers.

Although the series was met with early skepticism, this is what helped the directors shape SNL UK.

“What went in its favour was that it was talked about so much even before it was on air, and not necessarily in a great way, and actually, I think that played into our favour in that we were able to take on board that criticism and address them in the show,” Helen Kruger Bratt, managing director of Universal Television Alternative Studio, told Deadline. “So it’s all about engaging in that conversation and not shying away from it.”

SNL UK Season 2 will premiere on Sky in the UK on Sept. 12, and will stream on Peacock in the US following the UK broadcast.

As one of the most accomplished musicians of his generation, it’s almost hard to believe that Bruce Springsteen ever wanted to sing like anyone else besides himself.

Retaining a melodic voice capable of delighting thousands of concert-goers at once, Springsteen’s singing style has long remained one of the singer’s strongest features.

But if the legendary Boss were to have it any other way, Springsteen has long professed that he always wanted to sing like his musical idol, Roy Orbison, first and foremost.

As Far Out Magazine reported, Springsteen has regularly cited the ’60s music giant Orbison as one of his personal favorite musicians, with his influence on Springsteen’s work dating all the way back to the mid 1970s.

“In 1975, we went into the studio to make Born to Run,” Springsteen said when inducting Orbison into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame back in 1987. “I wanted to have words like Bob Dylan and sounded like Phil Spector, but most of all, I wanted to sing like Roy Orbison. And everybody knows, no one can sing like Roy Orbison.”

In particular, Springsteen mentioned that Orbison’s surprisingly darker and nuanced musical style opened his eyes to what rock songs could be in mainstream media.

“Some rock and roll reinforces friendship and community,” he said. “But for me, Roy’s ballads were always best when you were alone and in the dark. Roy scrapped the idea that you needed verse-chorus-verse-chorus-bridge-verse-chorus to have a hit. His arrangements were complex and operatic, they had rhythm and movement and they addressed the underside of pop romance. They were scary. His voice was unearthly.” 

As it happened, Orbison’s influence on Springsteen’s work continued even after his death in 1988, with Springsteen even telling Rolling Stone that he tried to compose his cover of “Dream Baby Dream” as Orbison might have.

“[On ‘Dream Baby Dream’] I thought to myself, ‘How would Roy Orbison sing this song?’” Springsteen said. “What made Roy’s music great is that it was so mainstream, but it had a very strange underbelly to it.”

Celebrating the life and legacy of the late Dolly Parton, Goo Goo Clusters has unveiled a new candy. The brand-new Strawberry Shortcake Premium Goo Goo was created exclusively for Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and “is a celebration of sweet memories and Southern hospitality.”

The new dessert features a light pink chocolate coating, paying tribute to Parton’s bold pink outfits.

“Fluffy strawberry butter cake nougat, velvety white chocolate ganache, real strawberry, and buttery shortbread come together in perfect harmony before being wrapped in a beautiful blend of ruby and white chocolate,” the Goo Goo Clusters company wrote. “Crafted to celebrate the stories, songs, and unforgettable moments that make Music City so special.”

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The Strawberry Shortcake Goo Goo is available to purchase both online and at Goo Goo Clusters’ Nashville store. Ten percent of sales for this flavor will be donated to Dolly’s Imagination Library through the end of September 2026.

When Goo Goo Clusters posted the announcement on Instagram, fans flocked to the comments section to express excitement for the new flavor, with one user saying it might be their “fav premium [flavor] to date.”

The new flavor pays tribute to Parton, who passed away on Aug. 25 at the age of 80. She died after a brief battle with cancer and was admitted to the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville only a few days before her death. Once the news broke, Parton’s friends, family and several Hollywood celebrities paid tribute to the late singer/songwriter on social media.

“The feeling of losing my Aunt Dolly is beyond what feels right to share,” Miley Cyrus, Parton’s goddaughter, posted on Instagram. “Our most sacred moments were private and they’ll stay there behind the stage, beneath the glamour & between our hearts. What I KNOW is Dolly would want me to feel it, write a song about it, and then continue on and be strong. I have an angel by my side. I always have. One of our last conversations was about music and metamorphosis.”

Find Parade’s full coverage of Parton’s death here.

Emma Heming Willis is sharing the difficult emotional reality of watching her husband, Bruce Willis, live with frontotemporal dementia, while also reflecting on the love that continues to surround their family.

Emma, 50, spoke to Hello magazine in an interview published on Monday, September 7, about caregiving, grief, and the life she and Bruce, 71, built before his health began to change.

As the Die Hard star navigates a difficult health journey, his family remains firmly in his corner. That support system includes the blended family that has rallied around him every step of the way.

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Bruce retired from acting in March 2022 after being diagnosed with aphasia.

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His family announced in February 2023 that doctors had reached a more specific diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia, or FTD.

Why Does Emma Heming Willis Describe Her Grief as ‘Constant’?

Emma said the progressive nature of FTD has left her repeatedly grieving changes in the man she loves. “It is extremely difficult and painful. It’s natural, we all want our loved ones to be healthy, full of life and being the person they always were,” she said.

“But FTD is a devastating illness that steals things from you very slowly. So the reality is that you find yourself constantly in a state of grief.”

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Emma also addressed one of the questions she hears most frequently about Bruce. “It’s really eye-opening to see that one of the very first questions almost everyone asks me is: ‘Does Bruce still remember you?’ And my answer is always a resounding yes,” she said.

Emma also addressed a common misconception about Bruce’s condition. “Bruce doesn’t have Alzheimer’s – he has frontotemporal dementia, which affects a completely different part of the brain.”

She said she hopes that distinction becomes better understood, particularly in media coverage of dementia. “That’s why what I’d love to see, once and for all, is a shift in the media.”

Emma added that she wants reporting to help educate families rather than create additional fear around a diagnosis. “I wish they’d inform themselves about the different types of dementia and learn to report on them accurately – educating the public rather than feeding fear and stigma.”

How Is Bruce Willis’ Family Supporting Him?

Emma said Bruce remains surrounded by the family he spent years supporting, including ex-wife Demi Moore and daughters Rumer Willis, 38, Scout Willis, 35, and Tallulah Willis, 32.

“The key lies in understanding that I am part of a family where every single one of us has decided to show up for Bruce, always looking for a way that is healthy for everyone. Each one of us has their own relationship with him that’s unique and special,” she told Hello.

Emma and Bruce also share daughters Mabel, 14, and Evelyn, 12. “What has been truly beautiful to see throughout this process is how we all pour our hearts into supporting him – how deeply we love him, while completely respecting the way each person chooses to express that love.”

“I think the balance we’ve found is simply a reflection of who Bruce is at his core – it’s the result of all the love and support he planted over the years coming right back to him now.”

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon are lovebirds! The longtime partners have been dating since before the football star was drafted to the NFL, and they’ve announced that they’re making it official—Barkley told People in 2025 that the couple is engaged.

Barkley credits his longtime love with helping to push him to complete his college degree years after he entered the draft. In 2024, she celebrated her beau becoming the ninth football player to rush for 2,000 yards in a season with a photo of Barkley on her Instagram Story. Under the picture, she sweetly wrote, “You outshine the morning sun.”

So, who is Anna Congdon? Here’s everything to know about Saquon Barkley’s fiancée and their relationship. 

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Who is Anna Congdon?

Congdon was born in June 1998. She graduated from Forest City Regional High School in 2016 before going to college at Pennsylvania State University.

Congdon is a mother of two. On her first Mother’s Day in 2018, she wrote that “motherhood is a million little moments that God weaves together with grace, redemption, laugh, tears, and most of all love.”

When did Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon start dating?

Barkley and Congdon have been dating since January 2017. The NFL star’s girlfriend marked their first anniversary in 2018, writing on Instagram, “One year with my king! who would’ve known that acting a little crazy on this day would lead to the start of what we have!! you have taught me so much in such a short period of time. thank you for your wisdom, patience & understanding–you are truly one of a kind. your love is never taken for granted.”

How did Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon meet?

Both Barkley and Congdon went to Penn State, and according to multiple outlets, the couple met at the school. In December 2016, Congdon shared a photo of herself and Barkley, tagging Pi Kappa Phi at Penn State as the location. Alongside the picture, the college freshman wrote, “he’s alright on the field but you should see him on the dance floor.” Barkley and Congdon officially started dating the following month.

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Saquon Barkley, Anna Congdon and their daughter, Jada, in February 2024

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Do Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon have kids?

The pair are parents! Barkley and Congdon welcomed their first child, daughter Jada Clare Barkley, on April 24, 2018—two days before the start of the NFL Draft!

In a post announcing the birth of his first child, Barkley wrote on Instagram, “Words can’t even describe how I feel right now. You are the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen in my life. Thank God for blessing me with you in my life and into my arms. I pray that I can be the best father to you and help you grow into an amazing woman. I love you so so so much #DaddysLittleGirl Jada Clare Barkley 4.24.18 ❤️.”

The new dad spoke about his daughter being born during the week of the NFL Draft on the event’s red carpet. “This week is everything you could think of,” Barkley said. “You know I told a lot of people that you couldn’t have written a better story then to be able to go out and live my dream and have my family and my mother and father with me to experience with me and to also have the birth of my first child, my daughter, Jada, you know, it’s like I said, it’s something you take out of a story and I’m so happy that I’m able to just be blessed enough to have a daughter and be blessed enough to be able to go to [the] draft.”

The couple’s family grew in September of 2022 with the arrival of their son, Saquon Jr., whom they call S.J. “Beautiful baby,” Barkley later said of his son, “He lights up the room. Amazing smile. Jada is being an amazing big sister. Anna, obviously, an amazing mom. We’ve got a beautiful little family.”

Saquon Barkley always making time for his family. 🥹

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— NBC Sports (@NBCSports) January 12, 2025 Are Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon engaged?

Yes—in February 2025, Barkley told People magazine that he and Congdon were recently engaged.

Are Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon married?

No, the longtime couple is not married, but they are engaged as of February 2025.

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Few spice jars have inspired quite the following of the Lenox Spice Village. The tiny porcelain houses first charmed collectors decades ago, but their comeback has turned the kitchen collectibles into a full-blown phenomenon. Fans have been eager to get their hands on practically anything covered in those colorful little houses, from tablecloths to mugs, that allow the village to expand well beyond the rack.

Now, it’s time to make way for a new neighborhood in the bedroom. JCPenney has the brand-new Lenox Spice Village Printed Reversible Full/Queen Quilt Set featuring the beloved houses, and collectors can currently snag it for a whole lot less. The bedding usually costs $130, but entering the limited-time code LV2TEACH at checkout drops the price to $55 for a whopping 58% off.

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Both versions of this quilt turn Lenox’s beloved Spice Village into bedding, with blue and white colorways and sizes ranging from twin/twin XL and full/queen to king/California king. Each three-piece set includes a quilt and two matching shams, except the twin/twin XL size, which includes one sham. 

The quilt is made from soft, wrinkle-resistant microfiber with a lightweight down-alternative fill, providing enough warmth to use on its own on milder nights or layer with blankets when temperatures drop. Both designs are also reversible, swapping the little houses for a coordinating pastel floral print, and the entire set can go straight into the washing machine and tumble dryer for easy care.

The white version feels like someone emptied the Spice Village cabinet onto a crisp background. Rows of individually illustrated cottages are scattered across the bright background, each with its own tiny architectural details, from scalloped and shingled roofs to arched windows, doors, gables, climbing vines, and little floral accents. Soft pink, lavender, aqua, mint, and pale yellow keep the houses colorful without overwhelming the room, while diamond quilting adds another subtle layer of pattern. Flip it over, and the village gives way to a botanical print, with delicate curling green stems, leaves, and tiny pastel flowers.

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The blue version organizes the same cottage-inspired artwork into a more structured pattern. A powder-blue ground is broken up by vertical decorative bands filled with tiny florals, while the Spice Village houses sit between them in neat rows. The cottages still have plenty of personality, with pink, purple, aqua, and green roofs, miniature windows, decorative trim, and varied silhouettes that make each one look like its own tiny storefront or home. Its reverse features an all-over garden print of petite pastel flowers, leafy stems, and trailing greenery.

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Spice Village collectors already know how quickly anything featuring those iconic little cottages can disappear, and at 58% off with code LV2TEACH, we wouldn’t sleep on this deal! Snag the Lenox Spice Village Printed Reversible Full/Queen Quilt Set while this discount is still live at JCPenney!

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Long before Nitty Gritty Dirt Band turned the song “Some of Shelly’s Blues” into a staple of the early ’70s roots rock movement, the Mike Nesmith tune was a hidden gem waiting for its moment in the spotlight.

Nesmith wrote the song in 1968 while still a member of The Monkees. Traveling to Nashville to explore a country-rock hybrid sound for the group, he co-produced the sessions with Felton Jarvis, backed by a legendary roster of A-list session musicians like Lloyd Green.

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum wrote, “The musicians featured on the [Nesmith] recording are Lloyd Green, pedal steel guitar; Charlie McCoy, harmonica; Billy Sanford, guitar; Larry Butler, piano; Sonny Osborne, banjo; Bobby Dyson, bass; and Willie Ackerman, drums. Produced by Michael Nesmith at RCA Studio A, Nashville, 1968.”

However, Nesmith’s version of the tune was ultimately shelved until Linda Ronstadt recorded it with The Stone Poneys that same year. It would land on the group’s final LP, Linda Ronstadt, Stone Poneys and Friends, Vol. III.

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In 1970, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band picked the song up and unlocked its full potential. The band gave Nesmith’s lyrics and music, and Ronstadt’s early instincts, the hit release they deserved all along.

In 1970, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band recorded their own version of the tune for their album  Uncle Charlie & His Dog Teddy. The band had a minor hit with the song, reaching No. 64 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

According to the WordPress site, The Infinite Jukebox, the band typically opened up their shows with this song. The site reported that, as an opening act, “their position on the bill meant that they rarely got a soundcheck, and as the instruments enter individually on this track, it gave the sound engineer the chance to balance the instruments on stage.”

“Some of Shelly’s Blues” perfectly showcases what made Nitty Gritty Dirt Band so special during country-rock’s golden era. Even if it didn’t shatter chart records, the track radiated a down-home warmth that won the group a permanent place in American music history. It’s a nostalgic snapshot of early-1970s roots rock.

Nesmith would ultimately release his own version of “Some of Shelly’s Blues” in 1973 on his final LP for RCA Records, Pretty Much Your Standard Ranch Stash.

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