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'70s Band's Story Questlove Felt Had To Be Told in New Documentary
The Tribeca Festival opened with Earth, Wind & Fire: To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World, a new documentary by Academy Award-winning filmmaker and musician Questlove.
This new documentary film follows Summer of Soul, which depicted the long-overlooked Harlem Cultural Festival of 1969 and Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) which was praised for portraying the complexities of Black geniuses in the industry.
His new film Earth, Wind & Fire: To Be Celestial vs That’s the Weight of the World, sees Questlove explore the groundbreaking group that inspired generations of musicians around the world. The film heavily focuses on the visionary bandleader Maurice White and the fact that the band found fame in the Civil Rights Movement.
While the film praises Maurice White’s musical genius, it also avoids neglecting his faults, including serial adultery, and depicts the low point in the band's career that led numerous members to quit.
Alongside the many past and present band members, the new movie also includes commentary from icons such as Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie, and Flea. Even Barack and Michelle Obama were interviewed in the documentary, where they talk about slow dancing to Earth, Wind & Fire's music.
Why Queslove Felt It Important To Make The Earth Wind & Fire Documentary Questlove discusses his film "Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs That's the Weight of the World)" during the DC/DOX Film Festival on June 13, 2026 in Washington, DC.Photo by Shannon Finney/Getty Images
Questlove told Variety that he felt there was a need to make a movie about Maurice White and how he "walked into situations in which he didn’t have a safety net."
"He could have just played it safe — he was making good money and had popularity playing with Ramsey Lewis, and he could have just stayed there and become rich and successful. But he had another mission, and those are the people I want — the people that feel they want to be a leader," he told the outlet earlier this month.
The cultural historian admitted he learned a lot about the funk/soul band when making the film. For example, he admitted that the band didn't come as "ready-made" as they seemed and weren't always as beloved.
"I was rather shocked to find out that they got booed mercilessly in my hometown of Philadelphia! And their answer to it was to sit in a lotus position for eight minutes straight [before finishing their set]," he recounted to Variety.
What Critics Think About Earth, Wind & Fire: To Be Celestial vs That’s the Weight of the WorldAfter its film festival debut, Earth, Wind & Fire: To Be Celestial vs That’s the Weight of the World has been praised by critics. It has a 100% Rotten Tomatoes score, at the moment.
"Using a well-edited combination of vintage and recent interviews and copious amounts of archival footage, the documentary recounts the band’s story in compelling fashion, with Questlove providing enough imaginative stylistic flourishes to prevent it from feeling like an extended Behind theMusic episode," said The Hollywood Reporter in their review.
As a documentarian, Questlove isn’t an innovator; he’s a classicist, almost conventional in his approach. Yet he’s such a sharp director, with such an intoxicating appreciation of his subject, that he’s able to put the audience right inside the music," said Variety.
Beloved Rocker Returns to the Stage in a Wheelchair—and the Emotional Moment Left Him in Tears
New Found Glory guitarist and vocalist Chad Gilbert fought back tears as he returned to the stage in a wheelchair amid his fight against rare adrenal cancer.
The rock star, 45, hit the stage in Nashville and got emotional as he was able to reunite onstage with his band after his shocking medical battle with the rare cancer, which saw him being rushed to the emergency room in March after suddenly losing control of his limbs. But the beloved musician triumphed and returned to the stage last week, and was overcome with emotion in a video obtained by The Daily Mail.
In a touching Instagram post, the musician shared how special the experience was.
"Monday was such a special night. I got to play a show in front of my daughter, something I truly never thought I’d get to do again. And my beautiful wife and all the nurses and doctors, my amazing team that have kept me alive through my battle. It was very emotional getting up on stage with my band again to play. So many feelings all at once. Here are some photos from the show. If you were there I hope you had a great time. Love you all," Gilbert captioned the shots, which showed him performing once again.
View this post on Instagram What Happened to New Found Glory's Chad Gilbert?Four years ago, Gilbert received the diagnosis of a rare cancer called pheochromocytoma. However, the star wasn't sure what hit him when he started losing control of his limbs onstage during a gig back in February.
“On February 20th, I played a show in Nashville and was struggling to control the movements of my left hand. My left leg was getting weaker by the day and I started stumbling and falling at times. On the 23rd, I was taken to the ER,” Gilbert shared in an Instagram post in March, adding that a CT scan revealed to doctors that he had three tumors in his brain.
View this post on InstagramGilbert underwent surgery in February to remove the tumors, and it was a success. Since that nightmare, he's been actively recovering.
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Influencer Campbell ‘Pookie’ Hunt Puckett Shares Sweet Footage of Daughter Loving on Her Baby Bump
Campbell "Pookie" Hunt Puckett is giving fans another adorable look at her growing family.
The influencer, who is expecting her second child with husband Jett Puckett, shared a new Instagram Reel featuring a tender moment with the couple's daughter, Paloma.
In the clip, Paloma appeared to love on her mom's baby bump. She captioned the video: "when your baby is excited for the next baby🥹 #pregnant #momlife #couple #pookie"
Campbell Puckett Shared a Sweet Family Moment View this post on InstagramThe Reel showed Paloma spending time close to her mom as Puckett documented another moment from her second pregnancy.
The video was especially sweet because Paloma is still young herself. Puckett and Jett welcomed their first child in November 2024 before announcing earlier this year that they were expecting another baby.
The couple shared the news of their baby No. 2 in February with a sentimental Instagram video, revealing that their next child is expected in summer 2026.
Baby No. 2 Is Coming Soon View this post on InstagramPuckett and Jett announced the pregnancy in a video that featured ultrasound photos, family moments and Paloma looking at the images herself.
"A dream come true. Baby number 2 coming soon," Puckett wrote at the time.
Since then, the couple has continued sharing glimpses of their growing family online.
Paloma is now being included in the small everyday moments leading up to becoming a big sister.
Puckett and Jett became widely known online for their affectionate couple videos, fashion content and Jett's now-famous nickname for his wife.
But their recent posts have shifted more toward family life, giving followers a sweet look at Paloma and her mom before the family of three becomes a family of four.
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Country Star’s No. 1 Hit Just Surpassed 1 Billion Streams on Spotify
Morgan Wallen has reached another major milestone in his record-breaking career. His hit song “Wasted On You” has officially surpassed one billion streams on Spotify, making it the 16th country song ever to join the platform’s exclusive billion-stream club.
The achievement further strengthens Wallen’s position as one of the biggest stars in country music. It also marks the fourth song in his catalog to cross the one-billion-stream threshold on Spotify, a feat accomplished by only a handful of artists in the genre.
“Wasted On You” joins Wallen’s other billion-stream hits: “Last Night,” “Whiskey Glasses” and “I Had Some Help” with Post Malone, according to Whiskey Riff. With four songs now reaching the milestone, Wallen owns one-quarter of all country tracks that have surpassed one billion streams on Spotify.
Morgan Wallen attends The 56th Annual CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 09, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee.Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images
The latest accomplishment arrives during another banner year for the Tennessee native. Spotify data shows Wallen continues to attract more than 34.5 million monthly listeners, highlighting his sustained popularity among fans around the world.
View this post on InstagramSuccess on streaming platforms has played a major role in Wallen’s rise to the top of country music. Over the past several years, he has consistently ranked among the most-streamed artists in the genre, while his songs regularly appear on Billboard’s streaming-focused charts.
“Wasted On You” was originally released as part of his blockbuster 2021 album Dangerous: The Double Album. The song quickly became a fan favorite and helped fuel the album’s historic chart run.
The billion-stream milestone adds another chapter to Wallen’s growing list of achievements. His previous streaming giants, “Whiskey Glasses,” “Last Night,” and “I Had Some Help,” have each generated massive audiences across digital platforms.
The streaming achievement comes as Wallen remains one of the hottest names in the music business.
His latest album, I'm the Problem, recently became the best-selling album in the United States for 2026. The project has continued to post impressive sales and streaming figures more than a year after its release, further proving Wallen’s staying power in the industry.
The album originally debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and later returned to the top spot during its chart run. Its success followed Wallen’s previous blockbuster albums, Dangerous: The Double Album and One Thing at a Time, both of which spent extended periods at No. 1.
Fans also recently witnessed Wallen’s commitment to delivering memorable live performances during a stop on his Still the Problem Tour in Denver. While performing “Sand In My Boots,” the singer encountered technical issues with a piano onstage. After appearing frustrated by the malfunction, Wallen finished part of the song a cappella before pushing the piano over.
As streaming continues to reshape the music industry, Wallen’s numbers show no signs of slowing down. With four billion-stream songs to his name and a best-selling album leading the charts, the country superstar continues to set the pace for modern country music.
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Pizza Hut to Be Sold in Massive $2.7 Billion Deal—What It Could Mean for Your Next Slice
Am I the only one who feels like being a millennial means being in a constant state of disbelief at the world around you these days? Like everything we grew up with is changing right before our very eyes? One second you're catching fireflies in a jar, and the next thing you know, you don't see them anymore. We were just celebrating our birthday at Chuck E. Cheese, and now we're worried about paying a mortgage. It's one of the sad realities of growing up, and although we've been getting a pretty healthy dose of nostalgia lately, some things just aren't meant to last.
Still, Pizza Hut has been doubling down on the nostalgia factor lately by bringing back its iconic Book It! program and retrofitting dine-in locations to resemble the beloved red-roofed establishments we know and love from the '90s. Unfortunately, that didn't appear to be enough to save the chain from being sold off for a whopping $2.7 billion. That's right, Pizza Hut is officially being sold, and my inner child is weeping. This must be what the kids mean when they say we're losing our recipes.
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Yum! Brands Announces Sale of Pizza Hut for $2.7 BillionThe earth-shattering news was announced by Pizza Hut's now former parent company, Yum! Brands, which also owns Taco Bell and KFC. According to Yum!, the decision was made "following a comprehensive review of strategic options for Pizza Hut that commenced in November 2025." In simpler terms, the writing has been on the wall for quite some time.
Although it doesn't necessarily mean the end of Pizza Hut as a brand, it could signal major changes to come. Whether that means a shift in the aesthetic and recipes or even a complete pivot in the menu entirely, Pizza Hut, as we know it, could effectively cease to exist.
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What's Next for Pizza HutBut does that mean things are all bad? Not necessarily. Red Lobster, for example, made a dazzling comeback after being sold to private equity, and although it's still very much trekking uphill, things are looking up for the beloved seafood palace.
The unfortunate truth, though, is that these types of sales are becoming increasingly common as the traditional fast-casual food industry continues to see overall sales decline. Despite having built-in demand—because, let's face it, people have to eat—companies like Pizza Hut are struggling to keep up with the growing pressure from shareholders to maximize profits in an ever-changing consumer landscape. In short, Pizza Hut isn't the first, and it definitely won't be the last.
Fans React to Pizza Hut Sale News View this post on InstagramNaturally, with Pizza Hut being such an institution, fans had some pretty strong reactions to the news, with several saying, "RIP Pizza Hut." Some fans coped by making jokes. "They out-pizza'd the hut" was a common one, and others simply shared that they hope private equity doesn't ruin the brand altogether.
Only time will tell what's next for Pizza Hut and whether the brand we've come to know and love can retain some of the DNA that made it a household name. What Pizza Hut menu items do you hope stay or make a comeback? Let us know in the comments!
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’70s Rock Band Announces Special Guest Amid Last Farewell Tour
Amid their farewell tour, the beloved '70s rock band Little Feat has announced that special guest Grahame Lesh will be joining them for an upcoming show. The exciting news was shared on Tuesday via Instagram, eliciting fan enthusiasm in the comments.
Lesh, the son of the Grateful Dead's late bassist Phil Lesh, will be accompanying Little Feat during their farewell celebration on August 10 in Oakland, California. Lesh is a singer-songwriter and a beloved figure in the Grateful Dead community. He has built a dedicated music career honoring his father's legacy with his tribute act Phil Lesh & Friends and the Terrapin Family Band.
Little Feat originally launched their farewell tour on April 10 in Orlando, Florida following two music-cruise performances. The cross-country trek was designed to celebrate the band's five-decade-long career and wrap up the touring chapter of their lives.
The group announced the summer leg of the tour earlier this year, which is set to run through August. Lesh's guest appearance will mark one of the last shows of the tour.
Lowell George, Paul Barrere and Kenny Gradney of rock band Little Feat performing live in New York City, New York circa 1975.David Tan/Shinko Music/Getty Images
Little Feat Farewell Tour 2026 Summer Leg
May 26 – Ocean City, MD
May 27 – Wilmington, DE
May 29 – New Haven, CT
May 30 – Fairport, NY
May 31 – Troy, NY
June 2 – Deerfield, MA
June 3 – Portland, ME
August 6 – Las Vegas, NV
August 7 – San Diego, CA
August 8 – Los Angeles, CA
August 10 – Oakland, CA (Grahame Leshguest appearance)
August 11 – Grass Valley, CA
August 14 – Jackson, WY
August 15 – Grand Junction, CO
August 16 – Gunnison, CO
August 18 – Steamboat Springs, CO
August 19 – Beaver Creek, CO
August 21 – Colorado Springs, CO
August 22 – Denver, CO
In the comments section of the announcement post, fans shared their enthusiasm. Users wrote:
"Woo hoo! Can't wait!"
"YEAAAAAAAAA"
"Wish I could be there"
"See yiz there 👣☮️❤️😊🎶"
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Clarks’ 'Comfortable' Wedge Sandals That Feel Like ‘Walking on a Cloud,’ Are Just $25 Ahead of Prime Week
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Legendary ’90s Band, Once Subject of Music Video Controversy, Plots Comeback
For years, every update on Faith No More felt like a downward spiral for fans of the '90s rockers. Canceled tours, health struggles, and lead singer dismissals looked like they would keep the group offstage permanently. Then, on the morning of June 16, the band posted a single image to social media. It was their eight-pointed star logo and the word '2027' superimposed over a shot of a live crowd, and years of uncertainty gave way to renewed optimism that fans might see 'Epic' performed live once again.
The music video for that song, their breakout hit, caused backlash and and controversy that still bubbles up today. It famously features a fish flopping around on dry land at the end causing fans, detractors, and activists to loudly question if they had killed the creature in the making of the video. Reportedly, however, the fish (or multiple fish) suffered no harm.
View this post on InstagramFaith No More last performed together in 2016, at the end of the touring cycle for their 2015 album Sol Invictus. What followed was a slow unraveling. A 2020 co-headlining tour with Korn was scrapped due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and additional dates in 2021 were canceled after Patton cited mental health issues exacerbated by heavy drinking. In a 2022 interview with The Guardian, Mike Pattonrevealed he had been diagnosed with agoraphobia during the pandemic, describing how isolation had made going outside feel genuinely difficult, and how the prospect of more Faith No More shows had become stressful. The band's drummer, Mike "Puffy" Bordin, later said that Patton had 'gone from being unable to do the shows to clearly being unwilling to do shows with us. And that's heavy.'
The ice began cracking earlier this year. During AVTT/PTTN's April tour, Patton's collaborative project with the Avett Brothers, he performed Faith No More songs 'Ashes to Ashes' and 'Digging the Grave' live, material he hadn't played in over a decade. Then, in May, Patton and Bordin were seen together backstage at an AVTT/PTTN show at the Masonic Auditorium in San Francisco, a small but notable signal that the estrangement between members had begun to ease.
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Now a reunion seems to be coming. Brazilian entertainment company 30e announced a global deal with Faith No More for the band's future worldwide tours. This past January, System of a Down struck a similar global deal with 30e, signaling the company's growing foothold in representing legacy rock acts. In their statement, Faith No More described 30e's approach as something that 'doesn't feel like the usual machinery.'
The Real Thing, the landmark album that transformed Faith No More into a crossover phenomenon, was released on June 20, 1989, making this week the record's 37th anniversary. 'Epic,' the album's breakout single, peaked at number nine on the Billboard Hot 100, the band's only top-ten hit in the United States. The album earned the band a Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance, and 'Epic' garnered a second nomination for Best Hard Rock Performance in 1991. The Real Thing ultimately sold more than four million copies worldwide.
No specific dates have been announced yet. Patton is currently finishing out the AVTT/PTTN run with remaining shows in Cleveland, Ann Arbor, and Waukegan before the month is out. For now, the band is letting '2027' speak for itself, and for a fanbase that spent years hearing reasons why this reunion would never happen, one word is plenty.
Jelly Roll Removes Bunnie Xo's Name From Instagram Bio After Filing for Divorce
Following the shocking news of Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo's split, the musician made a major change to his Instagram.
Jelly Roll removed his ex-wife's name from his bio, which had included her username with a lock-and-key emoji next to it. TMZ was first to report this change.
According to court documents, the country singer filed for divorce in Williamson County, Tenn., on May 18 after almost 10 years of marriage. The date of seperation was listed as May 9, with Jelly Roll citing irreconcilable differences.
Hours after the news broke, TMZ posted photos of a moving truck outside the home the couple shared. In the photos, it was unclear exactly who was moving out, but neighbors who spoke with the outlet said it was the first time they had seen a moving truck at the house.
The two met in 2015 and married in August 2016, going on to renew their wedding vows in 2023. They don't have any biological children together, but Jelly Roll has two children from previous relationships: Bailee Ann and Noah Buddy.
Bailee Ann recently broke her silence following the news, taking to TikTok.
“I am disgusted at how invested everyone is in a very clearly private family matter. It’s (expletive) crazy,” the 18-year-old wrote over a photo of herself. “Go on somewhere yall. Worry ‘bout your house — not mine. I’m not speaking on it — yet.”
However, the two had expressed interest in having children together, being very open about their IVF journey.
"I don’t know if it’s that I did or if I didn’t choose it, but I think before we come here, we choose our life path, and we yearn for the pain that we go through,” Bunnie Xo told People in February. “And I genuinely think that having those abortions when I was younger [and] the journey that I’m going on now with IVF [is] God’s putting me through this again, so that I can be a voice for those women who are going through this process.”
Kate Middleton Turns Heads in Sunshine-Yellow Dress at Royal Ascot 2026
It's so good to see Kate Middleton attending Royal Ascot once again!
The five day racing event is an important week in the royal family's social calendar, and during her fifteen years as a royal the Princess of Wales has turned heads in many a dazzling Royal Ascot outfit.
Today marks the first time that Kate has appeared at Royal Ascot since 2023. In 2024 she skipped the event as she was in the midst of receiving treatment for cancer, and in 2025 she once again was absent.
But now Kate's back and she wore one of her most dazzling outfits to date: a sunshine yellow dress by Roksanda and a massive zesty yellow hat featuring a frothy cloud of lemon netting.
She was pictured smiling and waving from a horse-drawn carriage as she and Prince William rode in the Royal Procession that marked Day Two of Royal Ascot.
View this post on InstagramThe Prince of Wales wore a top hat and morning suit, and the yellow flower pinned to his lapel perfectly matched the bright hue of his wife's dress.
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This is the third time that Kate has worn this particular yellow dress, which features a large bow on one shoulder. She wore it in 2022 to Wimbledon, when she stepped onto the court to present the Ladies trophy to Elena Rybakina, and wore it earlier that same year during her and William's Caribbean tour.
Kate accessorized with diamond chandelier earrings and her three strand pearl bracelet, which once belonged to Princess Diana.
(Last week Kate had a twinning moment with her 11-year-old daughter Princess Charlotte when Charlotte was spotted wearing a miniature version of the bracelet during King Charles III's birthday parade—how cute!)
Today's royal procession was led by Charles and Queen Camilla's carriage, with the king wearing a top hat like William as well as a fetching baby blue waistcoat as part of his own morning suit.
The king and queen also attended Day One of Royal Ascot, with Camilla wearing a heart shaped diamond brooch that has a long and storied history.
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The brooch is called the Cullinan V, and was one of nine diamonds to be cut from the Cullinan Diamond, the largest gem-quality rough diamond ever found. It was mined in South Africa in 1905 and was known as the Great Star of Africa.
View this post on InstagramKing George V had Cullinan I and Cullinan II set into the Sovereign’s Sceptre and the Imperial State Crown, while Queen Elizabeth inherited the rest of the stones in 1953.
Camilla had the Cullinan V set into the crown she wore for Charles' coronation ceremony, cleverly sidestepping the controversy that would have arisen had she worn the crown that features the glittering Kohinoor diamond, which is claimed by several other countries including India, Iran, and Afghanistan.
Day Two of Royal Ascot also saw Carole Middleton, Kate's mother, stepping out alongside her daughter-in-law Alizee Thevenet.
Carole wore the pale pink Catherine Walker coat dress that she wore to her daughter Pippa Middleton's wedding in 2017, while Alizee wore a very Victorian-esque long floral dress and a little straw hat.
View this post on InstagramNext, Kate Middleton Wears Sentimental Piece of Jewelry Tied to Prince William at Garter Day
1980 Classic Rock Hit Involved a Custom Bell Ordered With a 7-Week Rush Thanks to Pigeons
After the untimely and shocking death of Bon Scott, AC/DC considered disbanding. However, in the end, the remaining band members gathered together with new lead singer Brian Johnson to create their seventh studio album “Back in Black,” and “Hell’s Bells” was the first track on that.
It turned out that AC/DC wanted to do something outlandish to capture the real sound of the bells at the start. The original intention was to have a bell forged, but there were fears that it wouldn’t get done in time, so sound engineer Tony Platt looked at the Loughborough War Museum's Denison Bell in the UK for the sound, but there was one problem they didn’t anticipate: pigeons.
Every time they would clang the bell, pigeons would fly out of the bell tower, and that distorted the audio. Platt shared, “However, after placing microphones in the belfry, I discovered that what no one had considered were the birds living inside there. As soon as the bell was hit, the first thing we’d hear was this mad fluttering of wings as pigeons flew away. Then, by the time the bell stopped ringing enough for us to hit it again, all of the birds had returned.”
In the end, a bell had to be forged, and it was a seven-week turnaround time to make it happen. The bell that was created was an octave higher than anyone wanted, so it was slowed down on the track to make it sound lower and more like the bell in the belfry. That’s why the bell on the stage — the one that was forged — always sounded higher live compared to the track.
The forged bell included a large AC/DC logo, which created its own problem: a change in frequency. It added what bellfounders call a “wobble,” and it meant that the bell had to be hit in distinct places to sound right for the rest of the track. Red X’s were placed around the bell where it could be hit to create the perfect sound. Platt even tested different hammers to use to make sure everything worked out just right — using everything he'd learned from hitting the Dennison Bell despite the pigeons!
In the end, the classic rock hit didn’t hit big in the U.S. charts, with some believing it was just too soon after Scott’s death. However, the track would go on to become one of the best for AC/DC, and is still beloved by many.
Old Navy's 'Top Notch' $12 Find Is a Versatile Summer Staple
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Dressing for summer is a lot easier than the cold, rainy months of winter and spring. And while our layers certainly get lighter and more breathable with the change in season, the new challenge becomes finding a balance between casual and elevated summer fits.
In moments when a basic T-shirt simply won't do, Old Navy'sHenley T-shirt stands out as a versatile pick for a wide range of occasions. And with summer just a few short days away, this must-have wardrobe staple comes with an unbeatable $12 price tag. With multiple colors in stock and plenty of sizes available, this limited-time deal has shoppers snatching it up fast.
Henley T-Shirt, $11.89 at Old Navy Shop It!Normally priced at $16.99, Old Navy's Henley T-Shirt is already one of the better everyday staples available this time of year. With all the creature comforts of your favorite cotton-blend T-shirt, it also offers a slightly more elevated feel without crossing into dress-shirt territory.
Available in regular and tall fits, the shirt features a rib-knit crew neck, classic short sleeves and a three-button henley placket for a clean, slightly refined finish to a casual silhouette. It also has a relaxed fit that sits at the hip, with a roomy feel that moves with your body. Made from 60 percent cotton and 40 percent recycled polyester, it's ultra-soft, lightweight and built for all-day wear.
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"Can't beat the quality for this price," one reviewer raved, also praising its "great soft cotton material."
Another fan echoed the sentiment, saying that this is their "second time buying them from Old Navy" and noting that "they last forever and never shrink."
Others highlighted the fit, with one shopper loving its "nice fit" that "doesn't hug the body too much," and another simply calling it a "top notch henley" that "fits true to size."
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Grab your favorite color while this deal is still hot, and while you're there, don't miss out on Old Navy's Crew-Neck T-Shirt and V-Neck T-Shirt either.
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Kelly and Mark Celebrated Daughter’s Birthday With Sweet Never-Before-Seen Home Videos
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelosmarked their daughter, Lola Consuelos',birthday with a look back at some very sweet family memories.
On Tuesday, June 16, Ripa shared an Instagram tribute for Lola's 25th birthday, posting a montage of rare home videos of her daughter over the years.
The clips showed Lola as a child with her family, including her parents and brothers Michael and Joaquin.
Kelly Ripa Shared a Sweet Birthday Tribute View this post on InstagramRipa captioned the birthday post with a loving message for her daughter.
"Happy birthday to the love of our lives @theyoungestyung! Lola, you make everyday a party," she wrote.
The tribute was also set to Lola's own song, "End of the World," giving the post a personal connection to her music career.
Lola Consuelos Also Got a 'Live' ShoutoutRipa and Consuelos also celebrated Lola during Tuesday's episode of Live with Kelly and Mark.
"It is our daughter's 25th birthday!" Ripa said at the top of the show.
Consuelos chimed in with his own birthday message, saying, "Happy birthday, Lola! 25 years ago!"
Ripa then joked that Lola, who lives in London, might not even see the shoutout. Still, she added a familiar family line, calling Lola their "favorite daughter."
Consuelos added, "We love you."
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The Tribute Came After a Very Different Lola StoryThe birthday tribute was especially sweet because it came not long after Ripa and Consuelos joked about Lola on the air for a very different reason.
Last month, the couple called out their daughter over the state of her room during a visit home from London. Ripa said the mess was "wild," while Consuelos recalled asking Lola why she had left so much stuff behind.
Ripa and Consuelos talk about their kids with affection, but they are also not afraid to tease them a little.
'Shrek 5' Shares First Official Trailer – And Fans Say They 'Can't Stand' the New Animation Style: 'In What World Did They Think This is an Upgrade?'
After nearly two decades of avid fan anticipation, the Shrek franchise is officially set to return with its first official sequel in 17 years with the upcoming release of Shrek 5.
Debuting its first official trailer just yesterday, Shrek 5 is set to follow Mike Myers' titular ogre and his wife Fiona (Cameron Diaz) who join their three teenage children (Zendaya, Marcello Hernandez and Skyler Gisondo) on a magical adventure to the kingdom of Further, Further Away.
In addition to providing a quick glimpse into the story of the new sequel, the trailer for Shrek 5 also shows off the return of certain familiar faces, including Eddie Murphy's fan-favorite Donkey and Conrad Vernon's breakout Gingerbread Man.
As exciting as certain details about the movie might be, one key aspect of Shrek 5's new trailer that has been dividing longtime fans of the franchise has to do with its animation style.
Like the more recent Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, Shrek 5 introduces a new art style that offers a radical departure from the more simplistic look of the original Shrekmovies.
While most fans appreciated The Last Wish's vibrant animation style, however, many viewers quickly criticized Shrek 5's new look, calling for the producers to "redo" the film with its older animation presentation.
On Instagram, one user responded to the new trailer by writing, "I see they still don't listen to their fans that want the ORIGINAL ART STYLE BACK!!"
Numerous other accounts echoed the above-mentioned fan's sentiments. "It's like describing Shrek to someone who's never seen Shrek, and telling them to draw it...," one user added.
"In what world did they think this is an upgrade? They all have too much movement, it's Uncanny Valley vibes but for animation," another fan said.
"Nope, redo it," wrote a third. "Keep the same design like Toy Story did."
Right now, Shrek 5 is currently slated for release on June 30, 2027.
Olivia Wilde Reflects on Her Relationship with Harry Styles
Olivia Wilde has reflected on her 'crazy' relationship with Harry Styles. The pair dated in 2021 after meeting on the set of Don't Worry Darling, which she directed. Despite splitting in 2022, she had only kind words to say about the One Direction singer.
"It's wild because we had the loveliest relationship," she explained on the Call Her Daddy podcast, per People. "Like, so sweet and so beautiful and really actually very domestic and kind and lovely."
Despite the high-profile nature of their romance, the couple had stayed mostly private about their relationship. This new podcast interview marks the first time that she has spoken out about dating the 'Watermelon Sugar' singer since their split.
The House actress added that she was surprised that the press and fan attention of their relationship didn't cause any damage. " I think that we existed in like this little bubble and the judgment never really got into that bubble, which was a miracle and a real testament to us making that happen... It's almost like the happiness made them mad."
Olivia Wilde, Chris Pine, Harry Styles, Gemma Chan, Florence Pugh and Nick Kroll attend the Campari Passion For Film 2022 Award during the 79th Venice International Film Festival on August 31, 2022 in Venice, Italy.Photo by Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images
She also reflected on the public backlash at her dating a man ten years her junior. Olivia was 37, and Harry was 27 when they started dating. "It really did upset people!" Before dating Styles, Olivia was married to Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis for nine years.
The actress admitted that she felt the outrage had "very little to do" with her personally and more about the intense relationship Harry's fans had with the singer. "I think it also had a lot to do with the kind of parasocial relationship people have with him, which is a burden that is very weighty and not something I envy. He carries it with grace,” she told the host, Alex Cooper.
She also addressed the ten year age gap to Vogue. “It’s obviously really tempting to correct a false narrative. But I think what you realise is that when you’re really happy, it doesn’t matter what strangers think about you. All that matters to you is what’s real, and what you love, and who you love.”
Harry has recently sparked rumors he is engaged to Caught Stealing actress Zoe Kravitz, after first being spotted together in August last year.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger Makes Public Appearance With His Stunning Blonde Girlfriend, and They Look So Happy
Arnold Schwarzeneggerjust made a rare public appearance alongside his stunning girlfriend, Heather Milligan.
The legendary actor, businessman, and former Governor of California, 78, stepped out with Milligan, 51, and former US Vice President Kamala Harris at the Austrian World Summit of the Schwarzenegger Climate Initiative in Vienna, Austria. With a smile on his face, Schwarzenegger stood next to the blonde beauty, who looked chic in a yellow-green jacket.
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How Did Schwarzenegger and Heather Milligan Meet?Schwarzenegger, who was previously married to Maria Shriver, met Milligan back in 2012 after he underwent shoulder surgery while preparing to film Escape Plan with Sylvester Stallone, PEOPLE shared. Milligan, a physical therapist, was recommended by Stallone to aid with his recovery. After the movie was done, Schwarzenegger reached out.
“I went to her, and then after my therapy was finished, after I was finished with the movie, I called her back and took her out for lunch to say thank you,” Schwarzenegger said. “And then one thing led to the next.”
Schwarzenegger has nothing but love for his girlfriend, who rarely makes public appearances alongside him. That's likely due to her busy schedule running Elite OrthoSport, one of the largest physical therapy clinics on the West Side of Los Angeles.
“We have so many things in common,” he said in 2023. “I think the world of her. I love that she’s into working. She’s clearly independent. She just is driven as hell.”
What's Next for Arnold Schwarzenegger?The Austrian icon has an exciting new project coming up alongside Geena Davis. Deadline just reported that Schwarzenegger is set to join The Kellys, a new action film from Amazon MGM. He'll star alongside Davis, Liam Hemsworth, Kelsey Asbille, and Abby Elliott. According to the provided synopsis, The Kellys follows Jack Kelly, a disgraced NYC cop whose wife, Molly, is taken hostage by terrorists inside an old armory building. “He’ll have to join forces with the people he fears most to save her: His family,” the synopsis reads.
Robert Thurman, Father of Uma Thurman, Dies at 84
Robert Thurman, the father of actress Uma Thurman, has died at the age of 84.
The sad news was announced on social media by Tibet House US, which is the cultural center he co-founded.
“We are deeply saddened to announce that Robert A.F. Thurman @bob__thurman, prominent American Buddhist scholar, co-founder of Tibet House US, author and translator whose teachings shaped countless lives, died Tuesday morning, June 16, in Woodstock, New York,” the statement read. "The Thurman family requests privacy at this time."
The post also included a Tibetan Buddhism mantra, “Om Mani Padme Hum,” which translates to “the jewel in the lotus."
Under the post, many paid tribute to the scholar.
"A lifelong inspiration for me, I chose to move to New York when I was searching for visual art master's programs because I knew if I went to Columbia I could sneak into his classes, which I did and which were by far the best part of my education. He did so much good work for the world. I know he'll shoot right through the bardos," one person wrote.
"Om Mani Padme Hum. I have immense gratitude for having known Robert Thurman and his generosity and teachings. My sincere condolences to his family," another person commented.
According to the website, Thurman became interested in Tibetan Buddhism as a Harvard University student, which sparked his career path. After traveling to Asia and meeting the Dalai Lama, he became a monk, but renounced his status to marry. From there, he became a professor of Indo-Tibetan Buddhist Studies at Columbia University, where he taught for three decades.
In 1997, he was named one of Time Magazine's 25 most influential Americans and was also named by The New York Times as the leading American expert on Tibetan Buddhism. He was awarded the Padma Shri Award in 2020.
In a 2005 interview with theIrish Examiner, Uma Thurman opened up about her childhood.
"There's been a lot written about my upbringing, making it sound as if it were some hippie-dippy childhood, but that's totally absurd," she said. "There's an assumption that because someone is a Buddhist, they are a leftie loose cannon, unusually weird, and that's complete baloney!"
"I was brought up in academic housing," Uma added. "I went to school, my father was a professor. It was all extremely normal."
Jon Bon Jovi Says of 37-Year Marriage: 'I Got it Right The First Time'
Jon Bon Jovi has a lot to be grateful for these days.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer is enjoying life after a harrowing four-year period where he wasn't sure if he would ever sing again. He was diagnosed with vocal cord atrophy and had a plastic implant placed on the outside of the vocal cords to push the muscles together and help them close properly.
Today, he has recovered and can take on his biggest challenge in years, a nine-date stand at New York's Madison Square Garden beginning in July 2026, followed by dates in Edinburgh, Dublin, and London. The entertainer is embracing a new chapter and reflecting on the challenges that tested both his career and his resilience.
However, the one constant in his life has been his wife, of 37 years, Dorothea Bongiovi. He told PEOPLE Magazine, "My wife Dorothea. I got it right the first time."
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"I am so lucky. It will be 37 years now. Together 46. It's been a long time. It's awesome, just great."
Dorothea was recently awarded the James Beard Foundation Award for Trailblazer of the Year for her creation of the Soul Kitchen. The honor recognizes her ongoing commitment to fighting food insecurity and supporting communities in need.
Jeff Schear/Getty Images for the James Beard Foundation"Giving back was always important, but doing it through food, which we realized many years ago, you didn't need a scientist to find a cure. [Dorothea] created the model of the restaurants. We have four and are about to do a fifth," Bon Jovi explained.
"Her great dream is that we go out of business. But unfortunately, we never well,: he explained.
"It's thriving and we are expanding into different areas. Getting housing, getting expungements...45 people's criminal records were expunged because of the Soul Kitchen."
"Getting them off the street on Code Blue nights, where we pay for a warming center. We've built 1000 units of affordable housing. That's all because of the foundation, which led to the kitchens, which led to other things," the entertainer added.
Jon Bon Jovi concluded, "All the kitchen and the second phase of it was all Dorothea. So, to be able to celebrate her this way is going to be a wonderful treat for her."
The couple is parents to Stephanie, Jessie, Jake, and Romeo, and grandparents of two. Bon Jovi released their 16th studio album, Forever, on June 7, 2024.
Founding Member of '70s Rock Band Dead at 81
Chicago has lost one of the musicians who helped create its unmistakable sound.
Walt Parazaider, the band's founding saxophonist, flutist and woodwind player, died Wednesday at the age of 81.
"Thank you for loving my father, even if you didn’t personally know him," wrote his daughter, the Rev. Felicia Helen Parazaider in a Facebook post announcing his death. ""I'm in shock and disbelief and yet not at all. This was the worst six years."
Parazaider had stepped away from touring in 2017 because of health issues and revealed in 2021 that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
"Five months ago, I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease," he wrote in a statement at the time. "Needless to say, my wife, daughters and myself were shocked and devastated. It has taken a while to process this news and the fact is, we still are. The good news is we have a wonderful medical facility here and I have a very good doctor. I am working hard and not going to give up. With new treatments and therapy, along with my family's love and support, I feel very positive about the future."
For nearly 50 years, Parazaider remained a constant presence in Chicago, helping the band evolve from an ambitious rock group with a horn section into one of the most successful acts of the classic rock era. His saxophone, flute and woodwind arrangements became an essential part of the band's sound, appearing on classics including "25 or 6 to 4" "Saturday in the Park," "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?" and "Colour My World."
Born in Chicago in 1945, Parazaider studied clarinet before helping form the band that would eventually become Chicago in the late 1960s. At a time when few rock groups featured a full horn section, the band's fusion of rock, jazz and pop helped set it apart, paving the way for a string of hit albums and singles throughout the 1970s and beyond.
As Chicago's popularity grew, so did its influence. The band went on to sell more than 100 million records worldwide, earn multiple No. 1 hits and become one of the most commercially successful American rock bands of all time. In 2016, Parazaider joined his bandmates in being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, recognizing a career that spanned nearly five decades.
"I wish that the band could have been put in a time capsule and we were doing right now what we were doing then," trumpet player Lee Loughnane told Rolling Stone in April. "It's just not the way life works."
Throughout that remarkable run, Parazaider was rarely the focal point of the band, but his contributions were woven into its identity from the very beginning. Whether adding a soaring flute melody or helping build the horn arrangements that became Chicago's trademark, his musicianship played a key role in defining the sound generations of fans came to know.
Parazaider's death marks the loss of one of Chicago's last remaining founding members. More than half a century after helping launch the band, the music he created continues to define one of classic rock's most distinctive catalogs.
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Warner Bros. Just Acquired the Rights to BookTok’s Biggest Sci-Fi Romance Series
It’s all about dystopia right now, so it’s not surprising that Warner Bros. has finally snapped up the rights to a 15-year-old YA dystopian novel series. Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi is finally getting a movie adaptation.
The news broke on the 15th anniversary of the first novel being published. Since 2011, the series has captured the hearts of readers, and it became a BookTok sensation, leading to more than 15 million copies sold. However, it’s been a long journey to getting the adaptation, for good reason.
Mafi shared in an Instagram post that she wanted to make sure the adaptation remained faithful for the readers. That’s why she is joining the production as an Executive Producer, so she will have a say in the direction and the storytelling.
Shatter Me follows Juliette Ferrars, a teenage girl in an oppressive totalitarian world where she has something special about her: a lethal touch. After years of dealing with The Reestablishment taking control of its citizens, Juliette decides that it’s time to fight back, and so she finds the strength to navigate the rebellion.
It’s viewed as a great option for The Hunger Games or Divergent fans. It focuses on inner strength and the wish for something better, creating a strong and independent female character for readers to root for. There’s also a love triangle that many fans have wanted to see play out on the screen, and fans are already making suggestions for the actors who could be cast, such as Tom Blyth for Aaron Warner.
Mafi has created a whole universe to dive into, and not just from Juliette’s point of view. There are six books in the series as a whole, and then there are five novellas that focus on stories from different POVs.
Mafi has also continued the story after the end of the main series, with the Shatter Me: The New Republic series, which starts with Watch Me. The third book in that series will come out in September 2026, so there’s plenty of material for Warner Bros. to create a whole cinematic universe.
So far, only Temple Hill's Wyck Godfrey and Marty Bowen are part of the production team. There is no director or scriptwriter attached.
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