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Former Playboy Model Shares Positive Update After Emotional Breakdown on Social Media

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 9:19am

Just weeks after breaking down on the internet over her real estate career struggles, Kendra Wilkinson is taking a breather to focus on some changes she says she’s proud of. The former Playboy bunny took to social media to slam haters who are critical of her recent weight loss.

“Sexy is the last thing I want to be nowadays.  I aim for health, happiness, success and god’s light. Peace is everything to me,” Wilkinson, 41, wrote in an Instagram post on Friday, August 7. “Sometimes I feel the negativity in the world but then I remember how amazing I am and get right back to it.” 

She continued, “It’s not easy being a ‘public figure’ while figuring out life and its ups and downs but god gave me this platform for whatever reason. LOL. 😂 I see people poking at me for my body and my aging and it’s OK.”

Noting she’s “at peace” with her new figure, she adds: “None of that stuff bothers me. I am happy being me and alive and watching my kids grow. If people want to be negative, that’s their energy not mine. I’m OK not being Playboy-skinny anymore or bleached blonde 21-year-old. That was a time of my life but now I’m older and have lived a life. I forgive myself for all the things and can breathe in life a different way now. Life is good and I am so blessed and grateful!!”

Earlier this year, the mother of two revealed that she had kickstarted her weight-loss journey and has since dropped four dress sizes with the help of GLP-1 medications. Her recent update came after she shared an emotional post about her real estate struggles.

Wilkinson has been working hard to establish herself in the luxury real estate profession over the past few years, even chronicling her journey in an HBO Max reality series, Kendra Sells Hollywood. But a new career path has proven to be challenging.

In July, Wilkinson got real about how she felt after she was dropped by a client. Through tears, she told social media followers in a video, “I know that we’re living in a world of struggle right now, I know that. But it’s just … it’s so hard. It’s so hard right now,” she said, as reported by Page Six. “I feel like I’m doing everything right in my life — I’m raising my kids and putting them first,”she added, referencing her childer Hank Jr., 16, and daughter Alijah, 12, she shares with her ex-husband, Hank Baskett. “I’m doing everything good — I’m a good person. It’s just such a struggle right now.”

Wilkinson said she has been “fighting people that work with me, getting fired, people being rude and mean, admitting, “It’s taking a toll.”

Jesse Metcalfe Makes Long-Awaited Hallmark Return in 'Absolutely Devoted to You' — Get a Sneak Peek (Exclusive)

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 9:13am

Fans of Chesapeake Shores will want to tune in this weekend to catch Jesse Metcalfe in his return to Hallmark Channel in Absolutely Devoted to You opposite fan favorite Kimberley Sustad. Metcalfe played Trace Riley on Chesapeake Shores for five seasons before deciding to exit the series to pursue other goals. This is his first project back for the network after exiting in 2021.

Read on for everything to know about Absolutely Devoted to You, including the cast, premiere date and Parade's exclusive sneak peek.

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What is Absolutely Devoted to You about?

Kaitlin (Kimberley Sustad) is an ambitious TV producer who devises a brilliant plan to reunite a 90's boy band for an annual summer beach bash, but her idea is derailed when she falls for the band's reluctant lead singer, Derrick (Jesse Metcalfe).

Who's in the cast of Absolutely Devoted to You? Kimberley Sustad, Jesse Metcalfe Credit: ©2026 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Courtney Julien

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Kimberley Sustad as Kaitlin

Sustad is a Hallmark Channel fan favorite with The Nine Lives of Christmas and its long-awaited sequel, The Nine Kittens of Christmas. She has also starred opposite Paul Campbell in several movies, including the original Godwink Christmas movie, Wedding Every Weekend and Christmas by Starlight, the latter which they co-wrote. The two have also written several Hallmark movies including Three Wise Men and a Baby. Other acting credits include A Bride for Christmas, The Real West, and Merry Christmas, Ted Cooper!

Jesse Metcalfe as Derrick

Jesse Metcalfe has starred in several Hallmark Channel movies including A Country Wedding with Autumn Reeser. He also starred as Trace Riley on Hallmark Channel’s popular series, Chesapeake Shores though he is exiting the show in the Season 5. Metcalfe left for the network for a stint to film other projects including Roku's Summer Sparks, Great American Family's Harmony from the Heart and Divine Influencer, and films On a Wing and. a Prayer and Queen of Manhattan.

Fun fact: Metcalfe’s middle name is Eden.

When does Absolutely Devoted to You premiere?

Absolutely Devoted to You premieres on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel and can be streamed the next day on Hallmark+.

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1959 Rock Song, Written by The Isley Brothers, Launched a 15-Year-Old Singer’s Career

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 9:12am

Lulu was just 15 when her version of The Isley Brothers’ “Shout” became a Top 10 hit in the U.K. The 1964 recording launched the Scottish singer’s career, even though it wasn’t the song she had hoped to record.

Before she was known as Lulu, she went by Marie McDonald McLaughlin Lawrie, a young performer who'd been singing since childhood. At 14, her manager, Marion Massey, gave her the nickname "Lulu," reportedly after calling her "a real lulu of a kid."

By 1964, Lulu had signed with Decca Records and was singing with her backing group, The Luvvers. Although she was still only 15, she was given the opportunity to record a version of The Isley Brothers’ 1959 rock ’n’ roll hit “Shout.” 

Released under the name Lulu & the Luvvers, the song became her breakthrough single, climbing to No. 7 on the U.K. Singles Chart.

Funny enough, "Shout" wasn't the song Lulu originally planned on doing in the studio. She told The Telegraph she'd already been performing it live for more than a year beforehand.

“It has a life of its own, that song,” she said. “I was 14. I’d found it the year before. I knew I was going to do a recording, but I had no idea about [which song].”

She admitted she'd actually wanted to do a Beatles song instead, but "Shout" ended up being the perfect way to introduce her voice to the world. British pop at the time was leaning hard into American R&B, and Lulu even sang the song with an American accent to match.

Then, seemingly out of nowhere, Lulu picked up a cosign courtesy of John Lennon and Paul McCartney. While appearing on the television program Ready Steady Go!, the two were asked what music they were listening to and mentioned Lulu’s “Shout.”

“John said, ‘Oh, yeah, that Lulu. ‘Shout.’’ And Paul said, ‘Oh, yeah, we love ‘Shout’ by that little girl Lulu.’ Can you imagine?” she later recalled to Attitude. “I’d never liked British music until The Beatles; I’d only liked American music.”

Lulu believes that moment made all the difference. “I think that’s what made my record a hit, if I’m being honest.”

From there, Lulu kept the momentum going with hits like "Leave a Little Love," which cracked the U.K. Top 10 in 1965. Soon after, she left the Luvvers and pursued a solo career.

Her big U.S. breakthrough came in 1967, when she starred alongside Sidney Poitier in To Sir, with Love and sang the film's title track. That song blew up, hitting No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and ending up as the best-selling single of 1967 in the U.S.

She went on to score more hits with songs including “The Boat That I Row” and “Boom Bang-a-Bang,” while also building a career in television and film.

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'America's Got Talent' Is Hitting the High Seas for the First Time Ever

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 9:10am

Fans of television’s biggest variety competition can now experience the thrill of a live finale while sailing the open ocean. Royal Caribbean has officially debuted America’s Got Talent LIVE on Stage aboard its newest ship, Legend of the Seas, marking the global franchise’s first-ever headline show at sea.

Staged inside the ship's massive Royal Theater, the production emulates the high-stakes energy of a live television finale. Rather than a static cast, the production features a rotating roster of standout acts from across the global Got Talent universe—bringing together top-tier magicians, beatboxers, acrobats, and danger performers under one roof.

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Vacationers stepping into the Royal Theater can expect to see fan-favorite alumni who have dominated stages around the world, including:

  • Aaron Crow (Belgium): An America's Got Talent Season 13 semi-finalist known for his heart-pounding danger act that fuses suspense, magic, and empowering illusion.
  • Berywam (France): A world-renowned beatbox crew that appeared on France’s Got Talent, America’s Got Talent, and AGT: All Stars. Vocalists Beatness, Rythmind, Wawad, and Beasty push the boundaries of vocal music through technical mastery and high-energy stage presence.
  • Duo EmYo (France): The winning husband-and-wife aerialist duo from France’s Got Talent 2025, who combine high-flying acrobatic arts with emotional storytelling.
  • Solange Kardinaly (Portugal): An America’s Got Talent Season 19 finalist celebrated for her mind-bending quick-change magic and vocal talent.

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The groundbreaking production anchors an already stacked entertainment lineup aboard Legend of the Seas. Cruisers can also take in a stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, marvel at high divers, aerialists, and dancing robots in Shockwave at the open-air AquaTheater, or watch Fusion, a new ice-skating spectacle performed inside Absolute Zero—the largest ice arena at sea.

Following its inaugural Mediterranean season, Legend of the Seas will make its U.S. debut in November 2026 out of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The ship will sail six-night Western Caribbean and eight-night Southern Caribbean itineraries, with every departure featuring a call at Royal Caribbean’s award-winning private island destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas.

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Kohl's Sweet Scallop-Edged Comfort Mat From Reese Witherspoon's Line Will Brighten Up Your Kitchen

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 9:05am

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When people say the kitchen is the heart of the home, I can confirm they are talking about my house. I spend an almost suspicious amount of time in there, and not all of it involves actually cooking. There are dishes to wash, countertops to wipe, to-do lists to scribble out and, of course, the never-ending chorus of "What snacks do we have?" coming from my kids. At this point, I'm basically part chef, part short-order cook and part kitchen receptionist.

The only problem? While I genuinely love the look of my kitchen floors, they are not exactly what I'd call foot-friendly. Standing on them for hours can leave my feet feeling like they've put in a full workday of their own. That's where a good comfort mat comes in. It gives your feet a much-needed cushion while adding a little softness underfoot to a space that tends to see more traffic than just about anywhere else in the house. And if that comfort mat happens to be pretty enough that you don't mind seeing it every day, that's even better.

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Normally I pick up a comfort mat at Aldi, because they have such cute ones at really affordable prices. But once I laid eyes on this Draper James Field Flowers Scallop Edge mat at Kohl's, I knew I had to have it. Plus it's currently more than half off, and I can't resist a good deal.

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This is the kind of kitchen mat that makes a practical purchase feel a little more fun. The cheerful scalloped edge is so trendy but also timeless, while that 12 millimeters of foam cushioning adds some much-needed support. Plus, the anti-skid backing helps keep it in place, so you don't have to worry about it creeping across the floor every time you step on it.

I love that it's water-, stain- and oil-resistant, because that's particularly handy in a room where spills are basically part of the decor. At 20-by-39 inches, it has a streamlined profile that won't feel bulky underfoot. And when life inevitably gets a little messy, you can simply wipe it clean.

The mat also comes in a happy pink colorway with similar florals, but I prefer the navy in terms of hiding any dirt, even if it is super easy to clean.

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Two-Time Oscar Winner Behind Some of Hollywood's Greatest Films Turns 89

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 9:00am

Dustin Hoffman has spent nearly six decades bringing unforgettable characters to the big screen — and today, the two-time Academy Award winner celebrates his 89th birthday.

Born on Aug. 8, 1937, in Los Angeles, Hoffman became one of Hollywood's most influential actors after his breakout role as Benjamin Braddock in the 1967 classic The Graduate. The film transformed the then-30-year-old actor into an unlikely leading man and helped redefine what a movie star could look like. According to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the performance earned Hoffman his first Oscar nomination.

Over the years, Hoffman built one of the most acclaimed filmographies in Hollywood history. He earned Academy Awards for Best Actor for Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) and Rain Man (1988), while also receiving Oscar nominations for Midnight CowboyLennyTootsieWag the Dog and Finding Neverland. According to the Academy, his career has earned him eight Oscar nominations in total.

The Graduate - Dustin Hoffman leans over Anne Bancroft in bed in a scene from the 1967 movie.

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Beyond awards recognition, Hoffman starred in a string of beloved films that have remained audience favorites for generations, including All the President's MenMarathon ManHookLittle Big Man and Meet the Fockers. According to IMDb, he has appeared in more than 100 film and television projects throughout his career.

In addition to his acting honors, Hoffman received the AFI Life Achievement Award in 1999 and the Kennedy Center Honors in 2012, recognizing his lasting impact on American cinema.

As he turns 89, Hoffman's legacy remains firmly intact. From awkward college graduate Benjamin Braddock to the unforgettable Raymond Babbitt in Rain Man, his performances continue to inspire actors and captivate audiences around the world.

Johnny Cash's Rock Song, Ranked ‘Most Depressing Rock Song’ of All Time, Never Hit No. 1

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 9:00am

Johnny Cash, the iconic country star, released an unforgettable version of “Hurt” that continues to leave a lasting mark on music.

Originally released by Nine Inch Nails in 1994, the “Man in Black” gave the track a different character, transforming it into a raw, acoustic country-folk rendition that stripped away the original’s industrial rock sound.

According to the iconic singer, he initially hesitated to record the cover despite producer Rick Rubin’s encouragement.

At the time, he was worried that his country-oriented style wouldn’t suit the song’s rock origins.

“When I heard the record, I said: ‘I can’t do that song. It’s not my style’,” Cash mentioned in a 2023 interview as cited by Rolling Stone.

American rock and country singer-songwriter Johnny Cash in 1965.

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As for the Nine Inch Nails frontman, he mentioned “feeling weird” hearing the cover but in a good way. 

 “Then I got the recording a little bit later and that felt weird, because that’s my song! That big voice in there, it felt weird,” Trent Reznor recalled during an interview with GQ Magazine. “I remember, I was in the middle of The Fragile when I heard it, [and I thought,] ‘I’m not ready to process what this is right now.”

Ultimately, Cash did not disappoint Rubin or the public as “Hurt,” which was part of his album American IV: The Man Comes Around, became his most famous cover.

The song also achieved a major milestone in his career, earning six nominations at the 2003 MTV Video Music Awards, including one for the coveted Video of the Year.

In the same year, the song received a standing ovation at the Country Music Association Awards after it posthumously won two awards: Single of the Year and Video of the Year.

Moreover, Cash’s reimagined version of the track was ranked No. 1 on Far Out Magazine’s “10 Most Depressing Rock Songs of All Time,” a ranking that highlights the song's emotional impact and its powerful ability to evoke feelings of sadness and vulnerability in listeners.

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Despite the song’s timeless appeal, the country star’s version did not become a chart-topping hit, peaking at No. 56 on Billboard Hot Country Songs and No. 33 on Modern Rock Tracks.

Interestingly, years after the cover’s release and following Cash’s death, “Hurt” returned to the Billboard charts, peaking at No. 9 on the Rock Digital Song Sales chart in 2016. 

The achievement proved that his rendition had remained timeless and continued to resonate with younger listeners.

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Noah Wyle Says The Pitt Season 3's November Setting Was Chosen for One Important Reason

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 9:00am

Fans of The Pitt can expect a November to remember when Season 3 arrives, and according to star Noah Wyle, that's entirely by design.

Speaking on an August 6 episode of LA Times' "The Envelope Podcast," Wyle revealed that the next season of the Emmy-nominated HBO Max medical drama will unfold in November, a departure from the summer setting of Season 2. Rather than simply changing the calendar, he said the move opens the door to an entirely new set of challenges inside Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Hospital. 

"It's set in November because it allows us to explore a completely different environment," Wyle explained, noting that colder weather, shorter days and the approach of the holidays naturally bring different medical emergencies — and emotional pressures — for both patients and hospital staff. 

The timing also reflects the show's commitment to realism. Each season of The Pitt follows a single, high-intensity emergency room shift, with every episode representing one hour in real time. Season 3 will jump ahead four months from the July Fourth events of Season 2, placing viewers in the weeks leading up to the holiday season. 

Alexandra Metz, Patrick Ball, Noah Wyle, Gerran Howell, Amielynn Abellera on 'The Pitt.'

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Wyle also hinted that the new season will continue Dr. Robby's personal journey, teasing that viewers will finally begin to understand the deeper emotional wounds that have shaped the character long before the events seen in the series. 

As for when fans can return to the ER, HBO Max has not announced an exact premiere date, but the series is expected to return in January 2027, continuing the show's annual release schedule. Production began earlier this summer. 

Popular 90s Actor May End Up in 'Vegetative' State

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 8:54am

Things aren’t looking too good for Sam Monroe Jr. The actor, who starred in a string of popular 90s films including Menace II Society and The Players Club, has been on life support in a Los Angeles hospital since April, and his prognosis remains grim.

TMZ reports Monroe Jr. is in a medically induced coma. He was initially hospitalized for a severe case of meningitis, which progressed into MRSA pneumonia. His family says doctors have revealed that any chance of recovery is slim. 

His wife, Shawna Stewart, has kept the public updated on his medical care. She says her husband’s brain continues to swell because ventricles have enlarged; they're not holding the cerebral fluid, which is resulting in seizures. Thus far, he’s undergone three brain surgeries, but nothing is working.

Additionally, Stewart says Monroe Jr.’s left lung has partially collapsed. Doctors are monitoring his brain activity via CT scans, but Stewart says doctors believe Monroe Jr. may end up in a vegetative state. While the family is holding out hope and praying for a miracle, they are forced to make tough decisions, one of which may include taking their beloved family member off life support.

According to The Brain Foundation, A vegetative state is “when a person is awake but showing no signs of awareness, typically occurring when in recovery from a coma.”

Stewart launched a GoFundMe in April. Thus far, nearly $9k of the requested $50k has been raised to assist with his medical bills. The GoFundMe reads, in part: “SAMUEL’s mother Joyce and his wife, Shawna, siblings, and some of SAMUEL‘s good friends have spent months traveling back-and-forth to hospitals, Rehabilitation Center for over more than nine months. In the event of Samuel regains consciousness and is removed from life support. Samuel will require round-the-clock care for a year or more the doctors are saying.”

Monroe Jr., 52, is a Los Angeles native and also had a music career. Other film credits include Set It Off and Tales From the Hood.

Lori Petty Revealed Actors Would Faint All the Time When Filming This Legendary 1992 Movie

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 8:50am

Lori Petty is an iconic actress and director who is known for her roles in Point Break, Free Willy, and Orange Is the New Black. She recently spoke with PEOPLE about her time creating the 1992 film A League of Their Own, revealing that the “groundbreaking feminist work” wasn’t easy to make.

“There was vomiting involved because it was super hot,” Petty revealed. “And I’ve got on a wig, a wool hat, wool socks, satin shorts under that heavy costume, and the enormous leather 1940s cleats that had real huge metal things in them. People used to faint all the time on set, and Penny [Marshall] would go, ‘Take off a costume, put it on someone else. Let’s go.’”

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Petty explained that when they were playing baseball, they were genuinely playing against local teams in the area. “When I hit my home run, I really hit that damn ball on the high and outside,” she said. “That was my favorite pitch in real life, too. When I hit it, and then I ran those bases perfectly, and with that crane was perfect and then my running... it was perfect. There’s no stutter steps. It was all the inside corner. Come around the thing, bash the hell out of Geena’s double, run over that person. It was great because it was perfect. I loved it.”

Petty also spoke about how many women auditioned for a role in the film. “Marla Maples was at the audition,” she revealed. “There were, I think, Spice Girls at the audition. Women were begging to be more than the wife, or the whore, or the mom. Pick one. I’m like, ‘What about the person who owns a gas station? What about the person who owns the bank in all these movies?’ When you see 40 guys and two girls in the credits, it’s just disheartening and just gross.”

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A League of Their Own starred icons like Madonna, Geena Davis, Tom Hanks, Rosie O’Donnell, Jon Lovitz, Megan Cavanagh, and many more. The film was nominated for two Golden Globes and an MTV Movie Award. It also inspired the 2022 Amazon Prime series of the same name.

Ella Langley's Record-Setting Year Continues With 3 Major Award Nominations

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 8:47am

Ella Langley's remarkable 2026 just keeps getting bigger.

The country superstar has earned three of the night's biggest nominations at the 38th annual MusicRow Awards, landing in the Song of the Year, Female Artist of the Year and Entertainer of the Year categories. Winners will be announced Sept. 2 following voting by MusicRow subscribers. The annual awards recognize excellence across Nashville's music industry, honoring artists, songwriters, producers and more.

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The latest recognition follows a career-defining stretch that has seen Langley dominate the charts, collect major awards and cement herself as one of country music's brightest stars.

Langley's sophomore album Dandelion debuted at No. 1 earlier this year and was executive produced by Langley alongside Miranda Lambert and Ben West. The album includes the blockbuster singles "Choosin' Texas" and "Be Her," helping fuel one of the biggest breakout years in recent country music.

"Choosin' Texas" has become one of the defining songs of 2026. Earlier this week, the smash spent a 16th consecutive week atop the Billboard Hot 100, tying for the fourth-longest No. 1 run in the chart's history. The milestone also helped country music accomplish something it had never done before, as country songs swept the entire Hot 100 Top 5 for the first time ever.

The song has continued to shatter records. According to the MusicRow Awards newsletter, "Choosin' Texas" spent 11 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, became the longest-running No. 1 by a woman with a country hit on the chart and logged 29 weeks atop Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart.

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Earlier this year, Langley also took home seven ACM Awards, including Female Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Single of the Year and Musical Event of the Year with Riley Green for "Don't Mind If I Do."

This isn't Langley's first time being recognized by MusicRow.

In 2025, she won Breakthrough Artist-Writer of the Year and Breakthrough Artist of the Year while tying for Song of the Year. This year's nominations in Song of the Year, Female Artist of the Year and Entertainer of the Year represent another major step forward, reflecting how quickly she has gone from one of country music's most promising newcomers to one of its biggest headliners.

Before moving to Nashville in 2019, Langley honed her craft playing bars and festivals throughout her home state of Alabama. Today, she's headlining her own Dandelion Tour while continuing to add to one of the most remarkable years any country artist has enjoyed in recent memory.

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Amazon's 'Rustic' $19 Vase Looks Like It Belongs in a Grand European Estate

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 8:30am

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Don't stress if you missed out on Eurosummer, because you can bring the vibe right to your home with the right decor. We've been searching for the best European-style furniture and decor pieces that will upgrade your living area, without having to pay a hefty price tag. Amazon is currently selling the Nearly Natural Tuscan Ceramic Green Vase for 42% off, and it screams Tuscany. 

The vase originally cost $33, but has been reduced to just $19. Over 300 customers have already purchased the pitcher, so you'll want to get your hands on it before it goes out of stock or back to full price. The vase is 4.5 inches long, 5 inches wide, and 10 inches tall, so it can easily work as a centerpiece on your tablescape, entryway table, or wherever you see fit. 

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The piece is made entirely of ceramic and finished with a glaze, so it can hold water for real flowers, or you can upgrade your space with fake ones for less hassle. The design is the main event anyways, as it features a whimsical green floral pattern with an off-white base. What we really love about this vase is that it has intentional marks of distress, giving it a "vintage" look that will bring character to your space. 

The pitcher is described to be gourd-shaped, with a sculpted handle that allows you to maneuver it easily. If you do use the vase for plants, just note that there aren't drainage holes and it's intended solely for indoor use. Although the accent piece is primarily European-inspired, it will also fit perfectly in cottagecore, farmhouse, and country chic-styled homes. 

Shoppers described the vase as "pretty," "perfect," "beautifully done," "gorgeous," "worth the buy," and "unique," adding that the material is "excellent quality." One customer noted that you can even use it for watering your plants. Since it looks effortlessly "old-fashioned," it will add a "rustic" charm no matter where you place it. 

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British Actress, and Mother of ‘The Nanny’ Star, Dead at 99

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 8:25am

Jean Lodge was a British actress who worked on stage, in film, and in television. She played Queen Guinevere in Black Knight, a fantasy adventure film that was released in 1954. She also appeared in White Corridors, Brandy for the Parson, and The Hellfire Club. She was 99.

Her granddaughter, Amy, announced the death on August 5 on Facebook.  “Jean Margaret Shaughnessy (neé Lodge) left us today, one day after her 99th birthday,” she wrote. “She passed, as she would say, ‘quite quietly’ and peacefully in her sleep.”

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Lodge was the mother of Charles Shaughnessy, who played Shane Donovan on Days of Our Lives and Victor Cassadine on General Hospital. He also starred on The Nanny as Maxwell Sheffield, along with Fran Drescher.

Lodge was also the mother of the soap opera director David Shaughnessy. He directed hits like Days of Our Lives, The Young and the Restless, and The Bold and the Beautiful. He is also a voice actor who appeared in Star Wars: Rebels and Big Hero 6.

Lodge was married to Alfred Shaughnessy, who wrote Upstairs, Downstairs, which was a hit series in Britain in the 1970s. He died in 2005.  

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As Amy wrote about her grandmother in her social media post, “My grandmother was a beautiful, talented, complicated, passionate, emotional, energetic woman who was always on the move and full of life. The perfect hostess, Jean enjoyed parties, friends, socializing, the theatre, feeding the ducks, museums, gardening, music, culture, long walks in nature, animals, painting (she was amazing!), cooking, art, traveling… the list goes on. She loved her two sons, Charles and David, her daughters-in-law, Susie and Annie, and her five granddaughters, Amy, Jenny, Katie, Maddy, and Josie. She was blessed with two great-grandsons, Julian and Noa."

She continued, “An ever-present matriarch, her silliness, stubbornness, joyfulness, and her love for storytelling will continue on through her family. Us. Forever.  We will miss her. We will carry her with us always. We love her all the world and then some.”

Disney World's Most Popular Bakers Just Opened a New Restaurant—and Fans Are Already Lining Up

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 8:10am

Disney World foodies, rejoice! The creative minds behind Gideon's Bakehouse—arguably the most popular and fan-favorite dessert destination in all of Disney Springs—have officially expanded their culinary empire with the debut of an all-new restaurant concept: Six Ravens.

After months of eager anticipation, the savory new spot hosted an "exceptionally soft" opening, immediately drawing crowds eager to taste what the iconic bakers have been cooking up behind closed doors.

According to reporting by AllEars writer Emma Kenner Cowan, the mysterious new restaurant transports guests straight into an immersive dark-fantasy lore. "Guests will be 'surrounded by the finale of the story,'" Kenner Cowan writes, where a King and his crew have finished six trials to win an audience with "The Six," who are carved into an ancient stone mural inside the space.

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What's on the Menu? Meet the "Coffyns" View this post on Instagram

While Gideon’s Bakehouse is legendary for its half-pound cookies and towering cake slices, Six Ravens shifts the focus to savory handheld bites known as "coffyns"—essentially an elevated style of stuffed hand pie wrapped in flavorful, seasoned crusts.

To manage early demand and ensure everyone gets a taste, coffyns are strictly limited to two per person. The menu features six core savory options ( priced at $10.99 each) crafted in collaboration with standout regional culinary partners:

  • The Villain of Valentina: House basil pesto chicken, balsamic tomatoes, and garlic trapped in an herb-panko-crusted coffyn, served with Bruno's Garlic Knot Juice. Kenner Cowan singled this one out as a top favorite, noting that "pesto chicken and balsamic tomatoes work well together... creating an almost acidic aftertaste," though warning that with "tons of garlic in each bite... all vampires should steer clear!"
  • The Wizard’s Wonder: A collaboration with Smoke & Donuts BBQ featuring mac and cheese, pickled poblano peppers, and pulled pork shrouded in a BBQ-crumb-covered coffyn. AllEars named it a top-three standout, praising the "smoky pork" with visible layers of meat and perfectly creamy mac and cheese.
  • The Peasant’s Patty: A collaboration with The Pink Salamander, recreating a classic cheeseburger with beef, melted American cheese, and dill pickle bits inside a sesame-seed-dusted coffyn, paired with a "perfectly spicy" Pink Salamander dipping sauce.
  • The Imperial Idol: A mildly spicy chicken curry coffyn made in collaboration with Red Panda Noodle, featuring potato, carrot, and coconut curry wrapped in a fried-garlic exterior.
  • The Moreish Monk: A Middle Ages-inspired gourmet grilled cheese packed with Vermont white cheddar, Havarti, and house tomato jam in a parmesan-smothered crust.
  • The Forager’s Find: The menu's plant-forward option, filled with spiced roasted sweet potatoes, black bean corn salsa, crushed pepitas, and queso cotija inside a pumpkin-seed-topped crust paired with a sweet-and-spicy mango aioli.

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Sides & Sips

To round out the meal, guests can order Tale Teller Tatties ($8.66), crispy smashed potatoes seasoned with warm spices that Kenner Cowan notes "reminded us of a barbecue potato chip but better," especially when paired with the restaurant's signature house honey mustard.

To wash it all down, Six Ravens is pouring Friar's Fault ($6.96), a house-brewed tap root beer described as smooth, creamy, and wonderfully drinkable with just the right touch of sarsaparilla spice.

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How to Visit

Just like its sister bakery down the walkway, Six Ravens is already proving to be a massive draw. The restaurant utilized a Virtual Queue on its very first day of soft opening to manage the crowds, taking guests' phone numbers to text them when it's time to join the physical line.

If you're planning a trip to Disney Springs soon, be sure to head over early, join the virtual line, and prepare for one of the most uniquely delicious new dining experiences in Walt Disney World!

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CNN's Sara Sidner Reveals Harrowing 15-Day Ordeal After Scan Sparked Stage 4 Cancer Fears

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 8:06am

CNN anchor Sara Sidner is opening up about a very stressful 15 days.

Two years ago, Sidner revealed her stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis and has provided updates over the years. But now she is talking about "15 days of torture" she experienced when she believed that her cancer had advanced to an incurable stage 4.

During the CNN News Central segment on Friday, Aug. 7, Sidner detailed what happened.

“I want to share this update with you, about me. During these past few weeks i thought that cancer had spread all over my body," she said, adding that her recent PET scan “lit up like a Christmas tree.”

“It indicated I was likely metastatic,” she continued. “Stage 4 cancer, incurable. It appeared to have spread to my hip, my spine, my liver, my lungs. I was inconsolable at the time. I immediately, as one does, looked up how long do I have to live. The number came back: Less than five years. That is the median overall survival time for stage 4 breast cancer.”

She explained that hearing this news "knocked the breath out of me, as you might imagine."

“Then I cried. My husband cried with me. My mother was stunned and scared, but surprisingly hopeful, bless her," Sidner added, explaining that following the PET scan, doctors conducted a biopsy, where they would "stick needles in a few areas to try to get a sample of your body to test it. Fifteen days of torture later, waiting for results, they came back.”

However, when the results came back, they were negative. She received the email while she was at the CNN studio.

“Like a moth to a flame,” she said, “I had to open it. ‘Negative,’ it said. I uncharacteristically grabbed [co-anchor] John Berman’s hand in the cubby hole where we work side by side. ‘Negative,’ I croaked. A lump of tears was in my throat.”

Iconic Blues Brothers Member Turns 76

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 7:58am

Willie Hall was a member of The Blues Brothers band who played the drums. He started pursuing music when he was still in high school, then went on to back major recording artists. In the late ‘70s, he joined The Blues Brothers and appeared in the films The Blues Brothers and Blues Brothers 2000. He also played himself in the film Soul Men. Today, he turns 76.  

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In an interview with the Memphis Flyer, Hall spoke about the summer when he was offered to join the iconic band, while he was driving a popsicle truck. “After I got off work one night, I picked up my kids and, with what little money I had, I took them to McDonald’s,” he explained. “Paul Compton, who worked as an engineer for Shoe Productions, lived around the corner, and I decided to stop by. He said, ‘Hollywood’s looking for you.'”

Originally, Hall didn’t love watching The Blues Brothers perform on Saturday Night Live. “I thought it was a farce,” he said. "Even though they were playing Stax songs, I’d turn the TV off because I thought they were mimicking us in a bad way. Little did I know. During the nine months of filming the first movie, I got a chance to hang out with John [Belushi] and Danny [Ackroyd] in their camper. They had a Rock-Ola jukebox with every soul and R&B record I’d ever heard in my life. That’s when I knew they were serious about music.”

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Once he joined the band, he got along well with all the other members. When speaking about the films they made, he said, “I didn’t have to pretend. We just had fun. When John was sober, he was one of the greatest people to be around. Everything he did was funny. And because I knew Duck [Dunn] and Steve [Cropper] personally, John and Dan took me in and made me feel welcome.”

In addition to  performing with The Blues Brothers, Hall also toured and recorded with famous artists like Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, KC and the Sunshine Band, Bonnie Raitt, and Earl Scruggs.

We Asked 4 Travel Advisors for the Best Multigenerational Travel Tip Right Now—They All Said the Same Thing

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 7:52am

Planning a trip for three generations of family members is notoriously expensive and logistically chaotic. Feeding a group of 10+ people three times a day—not to mention shuttling everyone to and from restaurants—can quickly drain your vacation budget and turn what’s supposed to be a relaxing getaway into an exhausting exercise in crowd control.

When we asked top travel advisors for their single best secret to keeping multigenerational trips stress-free and on-budget, their advice sounded counterintuitive at first: hire a private chef.

While hiring a personal chef or booking a fully staffed villa might sound like an extravagant luxury splurge, travel experts reveal it is actually one of the smartest ways to save money, time, and sanity when traveling with a big group.

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Why a Private Chef Beats Dining Out Every Night

"A private chef or full board dining package included in a villa buyout actually saves a big family money in the long run," explains Fora Advisor Kara Kassuba. "It turns dining out—a variable daily expense—into one predictable line item, while sparing everyone the hassle of deciding where the group should eat every meal."

Beyond flattening your food budget, staying in also eliminates the steep hidden costs of group transportation, parking, and marked-up restaurant beverages.

"If you are trying to provide meals for 10 to 14 people, plus drinks and transportation, having a chef can be not only easier, but also less expensive," says Accessible Travel Lead Karen Morales. "At many villas, the staff can help pre-purchase alcohol, and in some cases you can return what you do not drink. Having a kitchen also means you can keep leftovers for lunch or bring food along on excursions."

For families with young children or picky eaters, the flexibility is priceless.

"Villas can be pre-stocked with groceries, making it easy to feed small children and picky eaters, and menus and meal times can be tailored to each family," notes Fora Advisor Maggie Moran. "Often, families choose an early dinner for the little ones, put them to bed, and then enjoy a later adult dinner together. This format proves to be more flexible—and often more economical—than dining out for every meal."

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Turn Meals Into the Activity

To save even more while creating lasting memories, advisors suggest swapping out high-end group dinners for interactive, hands-on culinary experiences right at your accommodations.

"While multi-gen trips can get expensive quickly, a private chef or a cooking class built into the trip can actually end up saving money in the long run than paying à la carte," says Fora Advisor Danielle Fisher. "One of my client families did a paella-making class together at their villa, and it replaced what would've been an expensive group dinner out. It became the most memorable meal of the trip because they made it themselves."

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The 'One Anchor Activity' Rule for Itineraries

Pairing a private chef at your home base with a smart itinerary strategy ensures grandparents don't burn out while teenagers stay engaged. Advisors recommend building each day around one central anchor activity that offers different levels of participation.

"You need one anchor activity a day that flexes for every age group," Fisher explains. "For one family, it was a half-day boat trip. The kids and teens could jump in the water and swim, the parents could sunbathe on deck with a glass of wine, and the grandparents could enjoy food and drinks while watching from the shade. Same activity, completely different pace for each generation."

Kassuba agrees, adding that "private boat experiences and golf cart tours tend to be crowd pleasers for multi-gen trips" because they offer effortless sightseeing with zero walking fatigue for older travelers.

By keeping your daily excursions flexible and anchoring your evenings around relaxed, chef-prepared meals at home, you eliminate the daily logistics headache—giving the whole family a chance to actually enjoy their time together.

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Sources:

  • Kara Kassuba — Los Angeles-based Fora Advisor specializing in luxury and boutique hotels, experiential travel, Europe, Africa, and multi-gen/group trips.
  • Maggie Moran: Fora Advisor with a 15+ year background in hotel brand and marketing for luxury portfolios like Marriott and Starwood, focusing on luxury family travel and custom group getaways.
  • Danielle Fisher: Fora Advisor specializing in boutique luxury, family, and group travel across Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
  • Karen Morales: Accessible Travel Lead at Fora, dedicated to designing luxury, fully accessible travel itineraries for families and travelers with diverse mobility needs.

Check Your Cabinets: These '90s Fast-Food Glasses Are Now Worth Hundreds

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 7:46am

Unless you’re building a gallery-worthy art collection with work from critically acclaimed artists, collecting things can be a bit of a mixed bag. Coins continually ebb and flow in value, figurines are pretty much worthless unless they’re originals in pristine shape, and playing cards only net tons of cash if they’re ultra-rare and in mint condition. But, if you ever bought one of those kitschy fast-food collectible glasses from the ‘90s, you could be sitting on a gold mine and not even know it.

That’s right my fellow millennials: it appears that incessantly begging our mom to buy us one of those limited-edition themed glasses that would eventually find its way to the back of a cabinet or in a dusty box in the attic could actually end up paying off—literally. Maybe we were on to something after all.  

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To give you the full rundown on how to determine if you can turn your vintage '90s glassware into a generous stack of cash, we scoured the internet to find the collections worth unearthing from the ‘90s time capsule—better known as your kitchen cabinet. Here’s everything you need to know to cash in on the growing trend. See what the most valuable '90s fast-food glasses are, and how to tell if they're actually worth anything.

Why '90s Fast-Food Promotional Glasses Are So Valuable Now

For those of you who are unfamiliar, back in the ‘90s, fast-food chains like McDonald’s, Burger King, and even Pizza Hut were all in on offering fans collectible merch like glassware, dinner plates and magnets that they could use at home. Typically, the glasses were timed to coincide with movie releases or holidays and came in sets with multiple designs. It was a genius way to market chains and franchises beyond the drive-thru—and it looks like said genius could potentially be very lucrative for us.

Part of the reason these glasses are worth so much right now is the nostalgia factor. They remind us of what feels like a lost era when things were simpler and a little less noisy. There’s also the fact that most of these glasses had limited runs, which makes full sets even rarer and more desirable. But which ones are guaranteed to bring in the big bucks? Lucky for you, we’ve got the answer. 

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The Most Valuable '90s Fast-Food Glasses to Look For

If you’ve been looking for an excuse to actually clean out your cupboard, consider this your sign. Here are the most valuable ‘90s fast-food collectible glasses to look for.

1. McDonald’s Topps All-Time Greatest Team Glasses, 1993 View this post on Instagram

Baseball card collectors know just how valuable rare cards can be, and unsurprisingly, these trading card-themed glasses in collaboration with arguably one of the most recognizable names in the business, Topps, could net you a pretty generous payday. Individual glasses can go for about $8 to $20 depending on the player, with hall of famers like Babe Ruth and Nolan Ryan being the most expensive. If you have the full set of 10, however, you could make anywhere between $70 and $85.

2. McDonald’s Flintstones Bedrock Mugs, 1993 View this post on Instagram

Although newer generations might not be as familiar with the hype of The Flintstones, in the ‘90s the Stone Age-era animated series was all the rage. Case in point: these limited-edition mugs selling for substantial amounts of cash today. For the most part, you can find these for about $10 to $20 for individual mugs, with full sets going for upward of $200 depending on condition. There are even listings on eBay and Etsy for nearly $5,000, but those are generally one-offs.

3. Burger King Disney Masterpiece Series, 1994

As far as collector's items go, Disney anything is usually a pretty good investment. The limited-edition glasses released by Burger King in 1994 typically sell for about $5 to $10 individually, while complete sets can go for anywhere between $180 and $200. To really cash in on this one, you’ll want to look for pristine glasses in their original packaging.

4. McDonald’s Batman Forever Glasses, 1995 @a90slife

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Batman has never been unpopular, but when McDonald’s gave its entire packaging a Gotham-themed makeover, fans went bananas. Beyond just splashing the Caped Crusader on its fry boxes, McDonald’s also unveiled the Batman Forever Glass Mugs that can resell for anywhere between $5 to $15 today. The full set can get you significantly more, with some going for as high as $75. You can even find listings on eBay for $150.

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How to Tell If Your Vintage Glasses Are Actually Worth Money

Once you’ve located your glasses, it’s important to check a few things first to ensure their authenticity and general safety. 

1. Check for lead.

Although it’s not as common today, vintage glassware can often contain lead, which is very toxic to humans. You can check by using at-home test kits or by performing visual and sensory checks, like clicking the glass or testing the weight. Another good tell is if your glasses refracts light into a vibrant rainbow of colors.

2. Assess wear and quality.

Before you start snapping photos of your treasures and throw up a listing online, you’ll definitely want to assess the quality of your glasses and look for any damage like cracks or fading. Pristine designs and glasses that look good as new are likely to generate the most cash in the long run.

3. Keep the box.

Unless you’ve got a significant amount of restraint, the likelihood that you would’ve kept the box or packaging your glassware came in is pretty much zero. But if you are one of the few who did, you can end up walking away with a decent amount of extra cash. 

Where to Sell Your Vintage Fast-Food Collectibles

There are tons of different marketplaces to sell collectibles, but eBay is probably the most recognizable if you’re looking to sell online. You could also take your collection on the road and try hawking them at trade shows and auctions, but you’d definitely want to get them appraised first. If all else fails, you could take your treasures to a pawn shop, but you probably won’t get as much as you potentially could for your items. 

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Heartbreaking Reactions Everywhere as Lionel Messi's Father, Jorge, Dies at 68

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 7:36am

Jorge Messi, father and longtime representative of soccer icon Lionel Messi, has died at 68 in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina, according to multiple outlets in Argentina and Spain. The family has not disclosed an official cause of death, only confirming he had been fighting a long illness.

News of his passing has sent shockwaves through the football world, with heartbreaking tributes pouring in from fans, former teammates, and soccer commentators within hours of the announcement.

Jorge's declining health first became public during this year's World Cup, where Argentina reached the final before falling to Spain. After one emotional on-field moment, former Argentina teammate turned pundit Juan Pablo Sorin asked Messi directly about his tears, referencing both his family and the national team. Messi responded that the emotion was mostly for his family, adding that they'd been going through a difficult stretch together.

Days later, the Messi family released a statement confirming Jorge was dealing with a health issue, saying he was under medical supervision and "recovering and evolving favorably" at the time.

In the wake of his death, fans online are now revisiting that emotional World Cup moment, with many saying it carries far more weight knowing what the family was quietly facing behind the scenes.

Online, the outpouring has been immense. Fans and fellow soccer figures flooded social media with condolences, many expressing gratitude for the joy Messi has brought the sport and for the sacrifices Jorge made behind the scenes to help get him there. Several commenters specifically pointed back to that emotional World Cup moment, saying it's impossible not to see it differently now, knowing the full weight of what he was carrying.

Jorge is survived by his wife, Celia, sons Lionel, Rodrigo and Matias, daughter Maria Sol, and several grandchildren. As tributes continue arriving from across the football world, many fans say their focus now is giving the family space to grieve privately.

Taylor Swift Song Pulled From Trump Team's TikTok Amid Backlash

Sat, 08/08/2026 - 7:32am

Donald Trump’s political campaign account recently posted a clip on TikTok of the President and his wife, Melania Trump, watching fireworks set toTaylor Swift’s track ‘August.’ 

Like many other artists, Swift did not approve the use of her song for the video. Recently, Katy Perry and Noah Kahan both made headlines after the administration used their music. This time it wasn’t the White House or the President. Instead, it was Trump’s “Team Trump” account that made the misstep. 

Along with the video and the title “Mood because it’s August and Donald Trump is your President,” Team Trump added the caption, “I’m sure @Taylor Swift is going to be super excited we used her song!” The post also includes the hashtags #taylorswift, #maga, and #august.

Fast forward to a few days later, and the song is gone. While the video remains, clicking on the sound icon reveals a message reading, “This sound isn’t available.”

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I’m sure @Taylor Swift is going to be super excited we used her song! #taylorswift #maga #august

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Taylor’s fans weren’t exactly thrilled about the song choice. After it was removed, Swifties had a swift response, with comments such as, “Hey where did the music go? Didn’t you tell us he was in control of everything? Hahahahah!”, “Taylor just owned you!” and “Taylor removing the studio Queeeeeen.”

Another Swift supporter posted, “I hope Taylor Swift sues you and wins.” And of course, the comments flowed from there as followers wrote: “What’s she gonna sue him for? Using a public song on TikTok because its supposed to be used for videos,” and “Yeah see how that worked out for Noah Kahan.” 

Of course, Taylor’s fans weren’t the only ones to jump on this post. One commenter replied early on, writing, “Here before Taylor Swift tells him to take it down.” Others responded to the comment with, “You really think at this point him using these liberal artists music is anything but a ragebait to them?”, while another defended Trump, adding, “He’s far from perfect but a great president nonetheless.”

Along with Perry and Kahan’s recent problems with Trump using their music for his purposes, plenty of other artists have found fault with the President’s decision to set their songs to his promotional posts or use the music at rallies.Beyonce, Celine Dion, the Foo Fighters, Neil Young, and Jack White are just a few celebs who have objected to unauthorized use of their tracks.

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