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Whether you're five-years-old or 50, there's something so reliably delicious about a classic Pop-Tarts pastry.

Providing fans the ideal breakfast to enjoy on the go, the iconic breakfast brand has no shortage of excellent pastry flavors lining grocery store shelves, whether looking to a classic flavor like Frosted Strawberry and Blueberry or a more inventive twist like Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough.

As fantastic as many of Pop-Tarts' eclectic flavors are in their own right, the company has just unveiled an exciting collaboration that marks the return of a longtime fan-favorite to store aisles across the country.

According to a new Instagram post from the ever diligent food blogger markie_devo, Pop-Tart is once again bringing back their beloved Pokémon collab last seen over two decades ago.

As the food blogger shared on social media, "Target is celebrating 30 years of Pokémon with returning Pop-Tarts and new Pirate’s Booty shapes."

As exciting as the return of the fabled Pop-Tarts x Pokémon collab is, it's crucial to note the key differences between the 30th anniversary Pokémon Pop-Tarts and the original 2000 flavor.

Whereas the original featured a fruity and vibrant Wild Cherry flavor, this new version of the collaboration features Frosted Vanilla Cupcake pastries made with cupcake-flavored filling, white icing and eye-catching sprinkles.

Not only that, but the new pastry also features a limited-edition box with a colorful Pikachu design. Each box of the pastries retails for $3.99, with a total of 12 toaster pastries included in each package. The new flavor specifically debuts at Target on May 2 and online via the grocery store's website on May 3 at 9 am EST.

If shoppers' responses are any indication, the new treats are guaranteed to fly off shelves at a rapid pace!

"Ah can't wait!" one user wrote on Instagram. "I should try these!" agreed another.

Moms, let your kiddos bang on every dang thang. They could end up onstage, blowing minds like Led Zeppelin’s John “Bonzo” Bonham.

A masterful drummer rooted in big band and jazz, Bonzo is widely considered unmatched in stamina, power, and dynamics. But there’s one song in particular that really lets his virtuosity shine, and it’s just been ranked the best drum solo of all time by multipleoutlets. 

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“Moby Dick,” the seventh track on the band’s 1969 Led Zeppelin II album, is a renowned instrumental, drum-heavy classic. It’s a moment when bandmates Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, and John Paul Jones shift the spotlight over to Bonzo, who then relentlessly bangs out an insane marathon on the snare, toms, and congos for nearly 20 minutes without missing a beat. 

“The man who changed rock drumming forever -- no one matches the swagger, speed, or power of John Bonham on 'Moby Dick,'” RadioX writes.

For Led Zeppelin fans in the 1970s, “Moby Dick" was their white whale — the moment everyone came to witness live. Born at the height of the drum solo’s golden age, Bonzo’s explosive showcase of power, precision, and endurance became the centerpiece of the band’s concerts. Perhaps immortalized at their 1970 performance at Royal Albert Hall. 

Though the track wasn’t released as a single, "Moby Dick" helped propel the band's second studio album to the top spot, handing them their very first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200.

“John Bonham was one of the most legendary drummers of the 20th century,” American Songwriter says, adding that the "Moby Dick" drum solo “is really unlike anything” they’ve heard “before or after. Bonham’s energy was boundless, his skill was impressive, and he mastered rhythm in a way that just seemed to come naturally to him.” 

According to LouderSound, Bonzo’s early influences include Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, Sandy Nelson, and Latin band leader Edmundo Ros. He used sticks and his hands, but the outlet credits his kick as his greatest strength, with Jimi Hendrix saying Bonzo had “a foot like a rabbit.”

“John’s style was cutting edge,” Nicko McBrain of Iron Maiden says, per Louder. “John was really the pioneer of the fast right foot. … He was the drummer’s drummer in just the way he looked when he played his kit. The flamboyancy, beautiful dynamics, and the stunning sound. I always think that Keith Moon was like the Gene Krupa of rock and John Bonham was like the Buddy Rich of rock.”

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Candace Cameron Burestirred up some strong reactions with her recent trip to Washington, D.C.

The Fuller House actress, 50, was one of the speakers who helped kick off the inaugural "America Reads the Bible" over the weekend, where she interacted with some polarizing political figures that were later featured on her Instagram page.

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In the photos posted to Instagram on Sunday, April 19, Cameron Bure documented the first day of the week-long event with some of the other notable attendees, including speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Mike Johnson. She also posed for pictures with Fox News host Shannon Bream and Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott.

Cameron Bure's post also featured a screenshot of the event's lineup of speakers, where she was listed alongside President Donald Trump, Johnson, Secretary of State Marco Rubioand actress Patricia Heaton.

After attending the opening celebration on Saturday, April 18, Cameron Bure stepped out again on Sunday at the Museum Of The Bible, where she was tasked with reading a few chapters from the first book of the Bible.

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Sharing a montage of photos to Instagram after the event, Cameron Bure wrote, "From government officials, to farmers, pastors, entertainers, educators, and every day American moms and dads, and even the President. We are all united and reminded that we are equal in God’s eyes. God’s love for us is so patient. Let us be reminded of His wisdom and goodness for us when we repent and rend our hearts to Him."

"I’m honored to be a part of @americartbible," she added.

But the Full House alum's post wasn't well-received by many of her followers, particularly those who were disappointed to see Cameron Bure interacting with members of the Trump administration.

"Big yikes," one user wrote under the post, while another person commented, "Such a joke."

"So much for separation of church and state," someone else chimed in.

One user asked Cameron Bure, "I’m curious, what part of this administration represents your Christian values?" while another told her, "Your work and message is so much more impactful when it is not clouded by politicians."

"Are you kidding me. Do something that’s actually good and Christian," someone else wrote, adding, "This isn’t it."

But Cameron Bure's photos garnered positive attention from many of her loyal followers, as well as a few of her celebrity pals, including Perez Hilton, who commented a cross emoji "✝️" under the post.

Real Housewives of Orange County's Gretchen Rossi also added, "👏👏👏, while Cameron Bure's fellow Great American Family actress Jen Lilley added, "Sad I missed you! Love you so much! 🇺🇸❤️"

"America Reads the Bible" can be watched on Great American Pure Flix from April 18-25, with the daily readings run from 9 am to 9 pm ET.

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Eric Murphy and Jasmin Lawrence are officially parents!

Eddie Murphy shared that his son is now a father in an interview with E! News at the American Film Institute Achievement Award Ceremony on Saturday, April 18.

“They just had a baby girl,” Murphy told E! News. “They just had her two weeks ago, or a week ago. Yeah, Ari. Ari Skye.”

Eric and Jasmin announced they were expecting their first child together in February and the couple got married in a private intimate ceremony May 2025.

"Thank you Jesus for the greatest gift ❤️❤️❤️," the couple wrote on Instagram in February announcing Jasmin's pregnancy.

The couple had also shared posts from their baby shower to their Instagram stories where they first revealed their daughter's name. In one video, Jasmin said, "Ari Skye, Mommy loves you so much. This day is all for you."

Murphy was also asked if he and Martin Lawrence shared any parenting advice to their children to which he said parenting is something "you don't give advice" about.

“Oh, you don't give advice like that,” he explained. “You know, your kids don't go by your advice. Your kids go by the example you set. They watch you.”

Murphy continued, The stuff you be saying, they don't even pay that s**t no mind. They watch and see what you do. So, I don't give a lot of advice."

Queen Elizabeth II is the longest-reigning monarch in British history, having ruled for 70 years and 214 days until her death in 2022 at the age of 96. When she became queen, she was just 25 years old. Although she became one of the most powerful world figures, she was also a fashionable young woman coming into her own. During her first few decades as queen, she donned some of the most fabulous outfits that will live on forever. 

Elizabeth wore many beautiful dresses early in her life, but she garnered worldwide attention for her jaw-dropping wedding dress by Norman Hartnell, a favorite designer of her mother. The ivory silk gown, which had a sweetheart neckline and fitted long sleeves, featured intricate pearl and diamond-encrusted flowers, roses, jasmine blossoms, and ears of wheat embroidered on the bodice. The showstopping silk tulle train was a whopping 15 feet long. 

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She was 21 years old when she married Prince Philip in November 1947, and four years later, she would ascend to the throne after the death of her father, George VI. Elizabeth tapped Hartnell again to create her coronation dress for the event in June 1953.

The designer wrote about the experience of creating a piece of history in his 1955 autobiography, Silver and Gold.

“In simple conversational tones the Queen went on to express her wishes. Her Majesty required that the dress should conform in line to that of her wedding dress and that the material should be white satin,” he wrote. “It was almost exactly five years earlier that I had put the final touches to the dress which, as Princess Elizabeth, she had worn on the day of her wedding to the Duke of Edinburgh."

Hartnell went on to conduct months of research, including visits to the London Museum and the London Library, to create the perfect look. The gown was constructed with U.K.-made white duchesse satin and featured embellishments in gold, silver, and pastel colours that included the emblems of Great Britain and Ireland. The finished product reportedly weighed 15 pounds and took 12 seamstresses from the Royal School of Needlework 3,500 hours to complete.

Elizabeth loved her Coronation gown so much that she wore it six more times after the ceremony, including at the Opening of Parliament in New Zealand and Australia in 1954.

Keep scrolling to see photos of Elizabeth’s most glamorous looks as a young monarch. 

1947: Elizabeth's wedding dress was designed by Norman Hartnell. Princess Elizabeth and her husband Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh at Buckinham Palace after their marriage at Westminster Abbey, 1947. (Photo by © Hulton-Deutsch Collection/CORBIS/Corbis via Getty Images)

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1953: Elizabeth tapped Norman Hartnell again for her coronation dress. Queen Elizabeth II with her Mistress of the Robes and the six Maids of Honour after her coronation. 1953. (Photo by: Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

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1956: Elizabeth met Marilyn Monroe in a black off-the-shoulder gown designed by Norman Hartnell at the Empire Theatre in London. American film actress Marilyn Monroe meets Queen Elizabeth II at the Royal Film Performance premiere of the film The Battle of the River Plate held at the Empire Theatre in Leicester Square, London. 29th October 1956. (Photo by Greaves /Daily Herald/Mirrorpix via Getty Images)

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1961: Elizabeth sparkled in a blue Norman Hartnell gown during a meeting with John F. Kennedy and his wife, Jackie Kennedy. President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jackie Kennedy pay a visit to the royal family in England. (L-R): John F. Kennedy; Queen Elizabeth II; Jackie Kennedy, and Prince Philip.

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1967: Elizabeth sparkled in a white beaded gown and tiara when she met American singer Vikki Carr and French singer Mireille Mathieu at the Royal Variety Performance in London. Queen Elizabeth II meets American singer Vikki Carr (blonde hair) and French singer Mireille Mathieu (dark hair) at the Royal Variety Performance in London, 13th November 1967. Australian entertainer Rolf Harris is in the background, with Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. (Photo by Keystone/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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1973: Elizabeth began experimenting with colorful frocks during an outing in the West End. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - JANUARY 01: The Queen Attending A Premiere In The West End Circa 1973 (Photo by Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)

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1987: Elizabeth's polka dot gown was stacked with dazzling jewelry as she posed with Prince Philip. WINDSOR, UNITED KINGDOM - NOVEMBER 20: The Queen And Prince Philip In The Green Room At Home In Windsor Castle (Photo by Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)

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2003: Elizabeth sparkled in pink during a family portrait with heirs Charles and William. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - JUNE 02: The Line Of Succession Of The British Monarchy - Queen Elizabeth II With Her Son And Heir Prince Charles, The Prince Of Wales, And His Son And Heir Prince William. Three Generations Of The British Royal Family Gathered At Clarence House (Photo by Tim Graham Picture Library/Getty Images)

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Dr. Ted Richardson (Keith D. Robinson) has spent the last year caught between a past he can’t escape and a future he’s desperate to build. After a secret affair and a surprise daughter shattered his marriage, Robinson is finally setting the record straight on where he believes his character’s heart truly lies, and if a reconciliation with his ex-wife, Nicole, is actually off the table.

Robinson, who plays Ted, recently spoke with WJBF’s reporter Karlton T. Clay about his career, from Power Rangers Light Speed Rescue to his music and his current role on Beyond the Gates.

Since the show’s premiere in February 2025, Ted’s romantic life has been anything but straightforward. Initially introduced with Maurice Johnson in the role, the character was married to Dr. Nicole Richardson Dupre (Daphnée Duplaix). However, it was later revealed that years prior Ted had an affair with Leslie ‘Dana’ Thomas (Trisha Mann-Grant), resulting in the birth of his daughter, Eva Thomas (Ambyr Michelle), a secret he was unaware of at the time.

When Dana returned to Fairmont Crest, the truth ultimately came out, shattering Ted’s "picture perfect" marriage. Since then, he has attempted to move forward, including beginning a relationship with nurse Shanice Johnson (Ernestine Johnson Morrison).

Asked where Ted’s heart currently lies, Robinson said, “I think he's currently in love with Shanice.”

Still the actor acknowledged that Nicole will always be part of Ted’s story. “That’s who he first fell in love with," he said. "That's who he has his children with."

Robinson added that Ted has come to accept how much his relationship with Nicole has changed, he believes she will always have a "piece of his heart." But now, the new relationship has given him a different perspective, “I think he’s finally been able to bounce back,” he added.

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Viewers can check out the storyline from the beginning on Paramount Plus or on Pluto TV’s dedicated 24/7 Beyond the Gates FAST channel.

New episodes of Beyond the Gates air weekdays on CBS with episodes streaming weeknights on Paramount Plus.

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Social Security recipients likely know it takes a lot of work to ensure they'll earn enough money to cover their expenses in retirement. Often, that involves ensuring you have multiple income streams after you punch the clock for the last time, including everything from part-time work to other investments.

However, one of the key ways people make the most of their Social Security benefits is to maximize their monthly benefit from the Social Security Administration (SSA). And while for many, that means delaying retirement until the age of 70, there's another thing you can do during this time period that will help you earn the absolute max payment offered by the SSA, which was $5,181 in 2026. Curious what you have to do? Keep reading to find out.

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Retirees Can Earn the Maximum Benefit from the SSA by Retiring at 70

By now, you may have heard that you can beef up your monthly Social Security payment by delaying retirement. Each year you delay collecting Social Security after you retire, your payment will increase by a certain amount, according to the SSA.

The exact amount that it increases by is determined by your birth year, according to the SSA website, and it breaks down like this:

• A 5.5 percent increase per year for those born between 1933 and 1934
• A 6 percent increase per year for those born between 1935 and 1936
• A 6.5 percent increase per year for those born between 1937 and 1938
• A 7 percent increase per year for those born between 1939 and 1940
• A 7.5 percent increase per year for those born between 1941 and 1942
• An 8 percent increase per year for those born in 1943 or after

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The benefit increase only applies between the years you reach full retirement age and the age of 70. Once your birthday cake has 70 candles on it, you can no longer add to your Social Security income by delaying retirement.

You Can Get the Most Out of Your Social Security Check by Earning More

When it comes to earning the most money you can in retirement, the trick is actually a bit more complicated than simply delaying the date you start collecting, according to Yahoo! Finance. That's because the amount of money you receive is directly connected to the amount of money you earned throughout your career.

To secure that $5,181 payout, you would need to max out the income requirements for your earnings, and earn an amount that is either equal to or above the wage base limit for 35 years of your life. In 2026, the year when people are maxing out at $5,181, you would need to make at least $184,500 for 35 years of your career.

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Obviously, that excludes the majority of Americans, since SoFi says that the Average salary in the U.S. is just $66,622 as of 2026. That is obviously much less than what is required to hit that upper-tier payout, making it a hard target for many to hit. That being said, if you can manage to be among the top earners, you'll still be able to reap those benefits well into retirement.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.

Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie‘s mom, Nancy Guthrie, is still missing after her Feb. 1 abduction in Tucson, Ariz.—and a retired FBI agent just defended Savannah amid continued accusations against the Guthrie family.

On Monday, April 20, retired FBI special agent Jennifer Coffindaffer did a deep dive on speculation that Savannah or her family members had something to do with the 84-year-old going missing.

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In a video posted via X, Coffindafffer explained that she recently did a poll on X about the ongoing speculation that the Guthrie family was involved in Nancy's disappearance. About half said none of them were involved, with 20-something percent saying Savannah's brother-in-law, Tommaso Cioni, was involved, 20-something percent saying Savannah's sisterAnnie Guthrie and Tommaso were both involved, and the rest said Savannah.

"I was really surprised when I saw the poll come out with really anybody believing that she could be involved," Coffindaffer admitted. "That she could be behind this. That she could have paid for somebody to do this. It's nothing short of shocking to me."

The former FBI agent detailed Savannah's impressive education and journalism background, describing her as a "girl who is beyond success."

"Savannah Guthrie is brilliant academically," Coffindaffer explained. "She's brilliant in terms of the way she can communicate. She's brilliant as a deep thinker, in my opinion. She's no dummy. "

Nancy Guthrie- Let's Talk about Savannah. https://t.co/U6E3UkFJWX

— Jennifer Coffindaffer (@CoffindafferFBI) April 20, 2026

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Not only does Savannah not have a monetary motive due to her impressive net worth, as Coffindaffer pointed out, but the Today co-anchor also offered a $1 million reward for information leading to Nancy's recovery.

"The grief and pain that we have watched Savannah show us. with no makeup on, roots grown out, could care less how she looks on television," Coffindaffer reiterated, of Savannah's public pleas to Nancy's kidnappers. "Begging for answers, begging for her mother."

Additionally, she declared, "Tommaso, Annie, Camron [Guthrie], and Savannah, and her husband, they are all absolutely victims... And so, I'm going to continue to advocate for them, and I'm going to continue to advocate for justice, especially when I see people continuing to go after them and calling them murderers."

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Nancy was last seen at her Tucson home on the evening of Jan. 31. As of writing, no suspect has been named in the case.

Next: Nancy Guthrie Update: Genetic Genealogist Shares New Insight Into DNA Analysis Timeline

Among the decades of released horror films, there are always a select few that fans know by name instantly. Director David Cronenberg, known as an originator of body horror, released a 1986 sci-fi film that would become a horror movie classic, and was originally a remake of its 1958 predecessor.

In the late '80s, Jeff Goldblum had already dabbled in the sci-fi horror genre with the classic Invasion of the Body Snatchers. By 1986, he starred in The Fly alongside Geena Davisand John Getz. The film has been ranked by Rotten Tomatoesas one of the "Best Horror Movies of All Time" with a 94% rating and at No. 59 on the list. The storyline for the film is well known among fans, having originally been a George Langelaan's 1957 short story of the same name and a 1958 film of the same name.

The Fly follows the brilliant but eccentric scientist Seth Brundle, played by Goldblum, as he invents a set of telepods capable of instantaneous teleportation between them. Brundle soon meets a science journalist named Veronica "Ronnie" Quaife (Davis) and shows her the device. The invention isn't 100% ready as it's unable to fully transport living beings. The Fly takes a turn when Brundle makes some modifications and uses the machine, unaware that a fly was in the other pod.

His DNA becomes fused with the insect, and at first, he experiences enhanced strength and energy, but he soon undergoes a horrifying transformation. His body and mind deteriorate—turning him into a grotesque human-fly hybrid.

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The Fly was originally filmed in 1958 with director Kurt Neumann and David Hedison in the leading roles. It did well at the box office, having makde $3 million against its $325,000 budget. Many fans can agree that the 1986 remake is what gained more cult classic acclaim, earning $60 million against its $9 million budget. It also led to an Oscar for Best Makeup, and the tagline, "Be afraid. Be very afraid," became a pop culture hit.

"David Cronenberg combines his trademark affinity for gore and horror with strongly developed characters, making The Fly a surprisingly affecting tragedy," said Rotten Tomatoes about the film. With other critics describing the remake as one that surpasses the original and exceeds the potential of the original short story.

The film's storyline went through a few creative changes before it was greenlit by 20th Century Fox. The role of Brundle was also originally proposed for Pierce Brosnan before it was shot down, and later offered toJohn Malkovich, John Lithgow, Michael Keaton, and even Richard Dreyfuss. Goldblum was offered the role at the suggestion of Cronenberg, and for being the only actor willing to wear prosthetics.

Michael Douglas is one proud papa as he honors his daughter, Carys Douglas, on her birthday, and she looks just like Catherine Zeta-Jones!

Michael, 81, has a prolific film resume that includes movies ranging from Wall Street and Basic Instinct to Traffic and Wonder Boys. Married to Oscar-winning actress Jones since 2000, the duo have two children together, Dylan and Carys. In a sweet birthday post honoring Carys, who just turned 23, Douglas spoke candidly about his love for his daughter.

"Happy Birthday Carys! May YOUR new year bring you joy and inspiration. All the love in the world! @carys.douglas ♥️ Dad," Douglas captioned the photo, which showed the actor standing alongside his daughter on the red carpet.

In the replies, Carys commented, saying, "Thank you Dadda ❤️ I love you so so much."

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What Does Carys Douglas Do For a Living?

Carys Douglas graduated from Brown University's Watson School of International and Public Affairs in 2025.

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Since graduating, the rising starlet has been getting to work in the family business. At the 2025 PAC NYC Icons of Culture Gala in October, Douglas told PEOPLE she is excited to delve more into the performing arts following her graduation from college.

“I grew up doing theater, and I didn't study acting in school, but that's why I'm happy to be in such an informative arts space, so hopefully more of that,” she explained.

On her Instagram page, Carys shared a post in November from a short movie she stars in, titled F-ck That Guy.

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The 2025 photo of Michael and Carys Douglas at the PAC NYC Icons of Culture Gala at Perelman Performing Arts Center showed Carys looking lovely in a black slip dress. Well, the eagle eyes over at Vogue pointed out that Carys actually snagged that dress from her famous mother's closet!

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Check out Catherine Zeta-Jones in the same gown back in 2005 at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Now that's what we call sharing!

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With summer fast approaching, now's the perfect time to get your patio ready for the season. If it feels like your outdoor space is missing something, a cozy lounge chair may be just what you need. Luckily, Wayfair is currently offering a can't-miss deal on one of its top-rated options, the Modway Stopover Sunbrella Chaise. 

Right now, the home retailer is offering an incredible 75% off this stylish patio chair. Originally priced at $1,042, the beautiful chaise lounger is currently on sale in three colors for as low as $264.

Modway Stopover Patio Sunbrella Chaise, From $264 (was $1,042) at Wayfair Shop at Wayfair

The "super comfortable" chair is just what you need to relax and soak up some sun this summer. Featuring a gorgeous rattan weave, the modern design is sure to elevate any outdoor space, including decks, backyards, porches, and poolside areas. You can shop it in three versatile colors: Though the cheery red hue is available at the steepest discount, the navy blue and antique beige shades are also marked down by at least 68%, so you'll score a great deal no matter what. 

Constructed of a powder-coated aluminum frame, the sturdy chair can hold up to 250 pounds and comes with an adjustable backrest that can be customized to different levels to suit your needs: Keep it upright while working or reading, and recline it back for napping or lounging.

Each chair also comes equipped with UV- and water-resistant Sunbrella fabric cushions that shoppers describe as "thick and comfy." One reviewer noted they're "in love with these chaise lounge chairs," adding, "The cushions are so comfortable, and the look is so sleek and modern. It’s a perfect addition to my deck!"

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"So comfortable and beautifully designed. Gives our pool area a resort feel!" another shopper said, while a third noted, "Can't say enough about how beautiful these two lounge chairs look. Extremely comfortable, easy to assemble, and the cushions are absolutely perfect. We would highly recommend!"

Get your patio ready for some serious summer relaxation, and nab this stunning lounge chair while it's still available for as low as $264. 

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As a 44-year-old freelance writer, I could only dream of having a solid nest egg waiting for me when I hit retirement. So when I hear about people who are significantly younger than I am who already have a massive head start on their savings, I pay attention.

That's why this story about a 25-year-old woman really caught my eye. She posted on Reddit about her retirement savings, noting she'd saved more than $100,000. And, she was eager to share the wealth, so to speak, so she generously broke down exactly how she made it happen. I'm not going to lie, I definitely learned something from her post, and I think you might too, especially if you're in a position to throw a little extra money into your savings. Keep reading to find out what worked for her.

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A Redditor Says She Saved $100,000 for Retirement at 25

The young woman shared her story on the popular Money subreddit, posting a photo of her retirement account, which had $101,388.97 in it as of mid-April.

"I frontload my 401(k) contributions at the beginning of the year (to capitalize on time in the market) until I reach the point where I can coast on contributing only my employer match percentage and still max at the end of the year," she explained in the caption, adding that she also maxes out her contributions to her Roth IRA at the start of the year as well.

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Her caption continued explaining her finances, noting that with her other accounts, she had amassed another $180,000, with the following breakdown:

• $6,000 in a brokerage account
• $74,000 in a high-yield savings account
• $50,000 set aside for a down payment on a house
• $24,000 in an emergency fund, which would cover about a single year of expenses

The woman closed her post by noting that she didn't have any student loan debt because she received an academic scholarship, and that she had spent the majority of her adult life living below her means, including renting her own place with part of her $100,000 salary (which included overtime).

"Grew up dirt poor and no one in my family has ever been able to retire, so this really means a lot," she wrote in part, adding that she was looking for any advice on how she could further optimize her savings for a better outcome.

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Redditors Offered Plenty of Support

People rallied around her, celebrating her financial successes while also adding their own stories and suggestions. "Good job. As for optimization, perhaps less focus on high-yield savings accounts and instead all further amounts go into the Nasdaq 100," one person wrote. "Over a 10-year period. This way, you can capture as much growth as possible in that tranche of your portfolio while you're still young. You will dollar cost average (DCA) through the peaks and valleys during this 10-year period."

Another person suggested focusing on the emergency fund, but specifically with a future mortgage payment included to get a head start on that.

"Are you looking for a husband?" a third person joked.

It's really impressive to see how much this woman was able to save, and it gives a lot of context to know how she's managed to put aside so much on her salary. Hopefully, this gives others an idea of what they can accomplish by optimizing their savings, no matter how close to retirement they may already be. If you assume this woman has only been working since graduating college, she has truly been able to do a lot in a short amount of time, highlighting how every little bit helps, especially for those nearing retirement age.

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In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Audrey Hepburn’s son, Sean Hepburn Ferrer, shared insights into his famous mother’s life. 

Known for roles in some of the most beloved films of the 20th century, Audrey Hepburn starred in classics such as Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Roman Holiday, Funny Face, and Sabrina. More than just an actress, Hepburn was known as a style icon whose influence fans still emulate decades later. 

The beloved actress is even the subject of a new biopic starring (and produced by) Lily Collins. Last February, Collins revealed her new role, posting (on Instagram), “It’s with almost 10 years of development and a lifetime of admiration and adoration for Audrey that I am finally able to share this. Honored and ecstatic don’t begin to express how I feel.”

Collins certainly isn’t the only one who admires and adores the Holly Golightly legend. And while there are countless books written about her, Hepburn’s son, Sean, is now preserving her legacy through Intimate Audrey: The Authorized Biography (co-authored with Wendy Holden). The 65-year-old biographer/conservator opened up in a candid Vanity Fairinterview, saying, “I liked the idea that the manuscript could be, above all, the one that is placed at the top of the pile, the same as a history book, to ensure that there will always be an authoritative account, narrated in part by herself.”

The recent interview with Hepburn’s son covered everything from World War II to the star’s very public marriages. He also talked about his mother’s lasting legacy as a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF, noting, “There is a family and cultural component, something that is passed on from one generation to the next. I myself am passing it on to my children, with whom I have traveled and done projects. My daughter, Emma, for example, has worked for UNICEF and UNHCR.”

British actress and humanitarian Audrey Hepburn (1929 - 1993) with an Ethiopian girl on her first field mission for UNICEF in Ethiopia, 16th-17th March 1988. (Photo by Derek Hudson/Getty Images)

During the course of the interview, Hepburn Ferrer discusses both of his mother’s marriages—first to his father, actor/director/producer Mel Ferrer (who already had four children from previous relationships), and later to the Italian psychiatrist, Andrea Dotti (with whom Hepburn shared a son, Luca). Hepburn Ferrer also talked about his mother’s final relationship with Dutch actor Rob Wolders, sharing, “In her third relationship she found peace, beauty, and affection. My mother was able to trust him and in that sense theirs was a good relationship.” 

Given that it’s certainly not the first of its kind (but may very well be the most authoritative, considering the source), how does Hepburn’s son view the new bio? He explains, “The goal of this book was to take this woman, whose legend is taking her a little bit to the sky, as if she were a balloon, and bring her back down to earth.”

In 1981, Def Leppard released their song “Bringin’ on the Heartbreak.” The song was the second single from the English rock band’s album High ‘n’ Dry.

Written by band members Joe Elliott, Steve Clark, and Pete Willis, “Bringin’ on the Heartbreak” was a power ballad that featured gut-wrenching lyrics about unrequited love. The song didn’t initially chart, and it wasn’t until MTV began playing the music video in heavy rotation that it got a second life.

The performance video was initially shot for Don Kirshner's Rock Concert when producers for the then-new MTV added it to their playlist as well.

“The High 'n' Dry album was already history on the charts, but then MTV started playing ‘Bringin' On the Heartbreak,'" manager Cliff Burnstein said in the bookAnimal Instinct. "Slowly but surely, we started getting sales reports on the record, and it started selling about 5,000 copies a week – which was enough to get it back on the charts. This was a whole new ball game.”

Speaking with Rolling Stone in 2016, Elliott revealed, “MTV, having nothing to play, liked the idea of this young U.K. rock band, so they picked it up. So six months, maybe a year after High 'n' Dry came out, we were making Pyromania, and we started getting these telexes from the States saying, 'Your album is selling 6,000, 7,000, 8,000 copies a week.' Then it was 10, 15, 20,000 copies a week. It was heading toward platinum by the time we had Pyromania in the bag. Because of MTV, by 1982, the whole country was playing 'Heartbreak.'"

A re-release broke the Billboard Hot 100

When Def Leppard released their follow-up album Pyromania in 1984, they capitalized on its popularity by reissuing the High ‘n’ Dry album with a revamped version of “Bringin’ on the Heartbreak”. The lush, synth-heavy remix peaked at No. 61 on the Billboard Hot 100 on June 30, 1984. A new music video was also released.

Decades later, Ultimate Classic Rock ranked “Bringin’ on the Heartbreak” at No. 4 on a long list of Def Leppard’s best songs. The only songs that ranked higher were the radio hits “Hysteria,” “Photograph,” and “Pour Some Sugar on Me.”

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The song underwent another rearrangement for live shows

More than 40 years later, “Bringin’ on the Heartbreak” remains one of Def Leppard’s signature songs. It received a third rearrangement for the band’s live shows.

In an interview with Songfacts, co-lead guitarist Phil Collen, who joined Def Leppard in 1982 after the original version of "Bringin' On The Heartbreak" was released,  revealed that he came up with an idea to rearrange the song to be primarily acoustic for live shows.

“I think it was just because we were doing it over and over again, and it was the same old, same old, so we thought it would be great if we started it acoustic and then went into Steve Clark's solo,” he explained. “It was halfway, and he'd pick up his twin neck and off he goes.”

“So yeah, it was my idea originally,” the Def Leppard legend added. “What was interesting, around that time Tesla was on tour with us and every time we did that acoustic thing it was a break in the set, and before you knew it, every other band was doing an acoustic set within their set: The Scorpions, Bon Jovi, all the stuff from the '80s, and Tesla who was on tour with us.”

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Who’s ready to retire? Dedicating the better part of your life to honing your craft and accomplishing immense milestones in your career path ought to be rewarded. Retirement offers happiness and freedom that many crave. From diving back into their hobbies to relocating to a sunny beach town, retirees can do anything once they bid adieu to their career. Although everyone eagerly awaits retirement, people born in one of these four birth months are fated to be the happiest retirees.

Spiritual experts and astrologers agree that people born during these four birth months thrive in retirement thanks to their distinct cosmic energies. People born in these months have worked tirelessly, rain or shine, for years to get to this moment. Now that they’re able to retire, people born during these four birth months know exactly what they want to do and pursue with their newfound free time. Read on to discover which birth months thrive in retirement and why they enjoy being a retiree.  

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Who’s Fated to Be a Happy Retiree, Based on Birth Month?

Check for the month you were born for pro insights.

February

If anyone’s excited to retire after decades of work, it’s someone born in February. People born during this winter month are a wonderful mix of independent Aquarius and dreamy Pisces. They might have spent most of their workdays dreaming of what they would do once they retired. Although they made a considerable effort, individuals with this birth month have been plotting their freedom since day one. Retirement means never being told what to do ever again—something a February-born has been waiting for. February-born knows exactly what to do with their time by using their retirement to explore new hobbies and adventures. They may even feel called to dedicate their newfound free time to helping others. Being Aquarian and Piscean means having a big heart, so it’s no surprise if February-born enjoy volunteering and being involved in their communities. 

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May

You don’t have to tell a May-born to retire twice. May has been waiting to retire since before they started working. It’s not that they’re lazy, since all May babies are known for their determination and steadiness. However, a May-born would rather spend their time luxuriating instead of making shareholders happy. Their birth month is a combination of easygoing, placid Taurus and open-minded, curious Gemini. Being ruled by these two zodiac signs means all May babies want to do is explore whatever captivates their attention at their own pace. They don’t want to be rushed by anyone or anything. Retirement offers May-born a chance to relax, ease into whatever piques their excitement, and to have total control over how their time is spent. Those born in May are destined to be the happiest they’ve ever been once they retire.

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July

People born in Julyare counting down the day until they retire. All July-born are a lovely combination of homebody Cancer and passionate Leo, making these individuals caring, loyal, and creative. Although they’ll likely miss their coworkers, July-born cannot wait to start the next chapter of their lives. Retirement means more time spent with loved ones. Whether they’re spending time with friends or going to their grandchildren’s extracurricular activities, July-born will have plenty to look forward to on their social calendar. Aside from visiting loved ones, people with this birth month may use their retirement to revive their artistry. They can put more time and energy into their creative passions, which may lead to building a like-minded community and achieving incredible accomplishments from pursuing their hobbies. July has so much to look forward to in retirement. 

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November

Retirement will be November-born’s best chapter yet. Those born in November are a mix of stubborn Scorpio and explorative Sagittarius, so they often struggle with being in control versus going with the flow. November-bornsmay initially feel worried about retirement, since it will be a massive switch in their daily routine and schedule after working for decades. However, people with this birth month will quickly realize that retirement is the best thing that could have happened. Their adventurous Sagittarius nature will be enthralled by the idea of traveling and relocating, whereas their steady Scorpio nature will love the quietness this chapter offers. Retirement offers November-born to be in complete control of their lives. Trust that November-born are destined for immense happiness and fulfillment after they leave the workforce.

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Lighting plays a huge role in a space's overall look and feel, so finding the right lamps is key to making your home feel cozy and inviting. Of course, you know IKEA has you covered in the lighting department. Right now, the Swedish retailer is selling a floor lamp so pretty that shoppers say it's like a piece of art.

The LAUTERS Floor Lamp at IKEA is a striking statement piece that will beautifully elevate any room. Available in a combination of ash and white or dark brown and white, this floor lamp features an adjustable base that lets you set the height to your liking. For dimensions, this floor lamp has a minimum height of 47 inches and a maximum height of 59 inches. The shade is 15 inches wide, while the base diameter is 24 inches. The cord's length is 11 feet and six inches. What's more, this lamp's sleek base also hides its cord. This means no unsightly and tangled wires! This makes the floor lamp a fantastic option for smaller spaces.

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LAUTERS Floor Lamp, Ash/White, $79.99 at IKEA

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The beautiful textile lampshade helps diffuse the lamp's light, providing soft mood lighting. What's even cooler about this lampshade is the fact that it's constructed out of recycled PET bottles.

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Shoppers love this beautiful floor lamp, giving it an average rating of 4.7 stars on IKEA.com. Reviewers on IKEA.com rate the lamp highly for its appearance, ease of assembly, product quality, energy efficiency, value and functionality.

"I can't stop admiring this lamp and the soft light it gives off. It's like a museum piece. Stunning and well crafted from beautiful wood. I would marry this lamp if I could," said one fan in a five-star review on IKEA.com.

"So practical!" raved another happy IKEA customer in a five-star review on IKEA.com. "I have three of these lamps. Easy to assemble. Good quality. Clean look. Tucks so well in small corners - and really appreciate the adjustable height."

You can find this gorgeous statement floor lamp on the IKEA website or in select IKEA stores. It retails for $79.99. Do note that the light bulb is sold separately.

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Today co-anchor Craig Melvin just revealed a bold hair transformation.

On Sunday, April 19, Melvin took to Instagram with a selfie showing off his new look as he ended a week-long vacation with this family.

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"My daughter wants me to post what I look like at the end of vacation week with no shaving and hair care," the NBC morning show journalist wrote of his younger child, Sybil "Sibby" Ann Melvin, 9.

Melvin added, "She’s not on ig bc she’s so young but seems to understand social media shaming nonetheless. Back to work tomorrow. See you there."

In the comments, fans weighed in on his unshaven face after stepping away from the Today desk for some rest and relaxtin with Sibby, his wife, Lindsay Czarniak, and their son, Delano Melvin, 12.

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In the comments, Melvin's colleagues and followers shared their mixed reactions to his stubble. Well, if you count Carson Daly's tongue-in-cheek response, delcaring, "You look terrible 😂."

Almost everyone else thought Melvin looked great. Today lifestyle contributor Jill Martin, however, commented, "👏👏👏👏👏👏."

One follower pointed out, "Looking relaxed and refreshed!!! Hope it was amazing!!!!"

Someone else shared, "Looks like a successful vacation was had to me😂😂😂," as another echoed, "Rested and happy! Hope you had a great weekend!"

A different fan exclaimed, "I think it looks 🔥!"

Meanwhile, yet another Instagram user suggested, "Leave it!"

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While Melvin was enjoying fun in the sun last week, Hoda Kotb returned to Today to fill in alongside Savannah Guthrie as a co-host. Guthrie recently returned to the show, herself, on April 6 for the first time since her mother, Nancy Guthrie, was abducted on Feb. 1.

Although Melvin and Guthrie were absent from Today on Friday, April 17, both returned on Monday, April 20. (And yes, he did shave for the show.)

What do you think of Melvin's post-vacation hair transformation?

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Deck/Stew Mike Durrant is pushing his luck on Below Deck Down Under when he tries to stir the pot, determined to throw stew Alesia Harris under the bus.

In a clip from tonight's episode, shared exclusively with Parade, Chief Stew Daisy Kelliher calls out the "selfishness" among some of the crew members who claim they work harder than others. "I've seen people bickering in front of other crew," Daisy says. "It's been actually relentless, and the crux of it's been quite a lot of selfish behavior." Daisy adds that the crew should be leaning on teamwork and that the behavior has to stop.

Second Officer João Franco suggests the crew respect one another, with the heads of department thinking their remarks were enough to squash the squabbling. Unfortunately, their talk may have sparked new negative comments, as Mike snarks that Alesia has "really stepped up a lot."

Daisy immediately intervenes, telling Mike his comment isn't funny, while Alesia quietly tells Daisy she doesn't think she works harder than anyone. When Daisy tells Alesia she doesn't think Mike's comment was directed at her, Mike can't help but add, "Nice to presume, though. I think some people just need to relax."

At this point, Daisy has had enough. "Do that again, Mike, and I swear there will be a consequence." Now Alesia is tense, saying she needs to stay away from Mike.

"Is this real life?" Daisy wonders, exasperated in a confessional. "I'm talking to you about respect, and you're disrespecting me in the conversation of respect! Sorry... no...not how it works."

But now Mike claims he's "being attacked," adding, "So I'm going to react to it, do you know what I mean?"

Daisy asks Mike what he thinks the solution is, but he snipes, "I don't know, I'm not the boss."

"So you're going to put this back on me?" Daisy challenges him. "You're going to tell me I have to sort—" But Mike interrupts her, insisting he doesn't want to bicker with other people.

Now Daisy is getting even more irritated that Mike has put dealing with his behavior back on her. João steps in, telling Mike, "Please, don't get defensive—" Again, Mike interrupts his superior, saying, "It's my duty to tell you about a problem...it's for you to deal with it."

Clearly, Captain Jason Chambers ends up dealing with a crew issue because in the mid-season trailer, he sends one yachtie packing. Will it be Mike after he continues to push back against his chiefs? Stay tuned.

Below Deck Down Under airs Mondays at 8 pm ET/PT on Bravo and streams the next day on Peacock.

Judge Reinhold, the beloved '80s star, is back on the red carpet with his former co-star Eddie Murphy.

Reinhold, 68, rose to fame in films like Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Stripes, and Ruthless People, and scored later success in The Santa Clause and on Seinfeld. But it was his role opposite Murphy in 1984's Beverly Hills Cop and its various sequels that many instantly associate with the star. Now, the actor is back on the red carpet!

Murphy, of course, rose to fame as a stand-up comic before hitting Saturday Night Liveand going on to beloved roles in films like Coming to America and Trading Places, and that’s why the star was honored this past weekend with the 2026 AFI Life Achievement Award at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California. He and Reinhold looked great in a sweet embrace, recapturing the days of Axel Foley and Detective Billy Rosewood, their iconic Cop characters.

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A Beverly Hills Cop Flashback

To recapture some of the fun of Axel Foley and Detective Billy Rosewood, here's the original trailer from Beverly Hills Cop. If you've never seen the film, it tells the story of Foley, a Detroit police officer who finds himself in the fancy streets of Beverly Hills investigating a murder. Enjoy!

Mike Myers Honored Eddie Murphy Onstage

During the big event this past weekend, Mike Myers, who is currently working on Shrek 5, didn’t let the opportunity pass by without breaking a few jokes. The icon hit the stage to honor Murphy, and did so in full Shrek greenery.

“None of the ‘Shrek’ success could have happened without Eddie Murphy; his character Donkey is a masterpiece,” said Myers, USA Today reported. “As is every character that Eddie has created. … It is an absolute honor to be able to tell my kids that I got to work with Eddie Murphy.”

How can I watch Eddie Murphy’s AFI Achievement ceremony?

The AFI Life ⁠Achievement ​Award ceremony honoring Eddie Murphy will stream on May 31 on Netflix.

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When it comes to protecting your liver, you might think, "As long as I limit alcohol, I'm good." Hepatologists won't argue with part of that—limiting or eliminating alcohol from your life can go a long way in keeping your liver safe. But it's not the only drink that can harm your liver.

"There are several foods, beverages, medications and supplements besides alcohol that have the potential to cause damage to the liver," says Dr. Lee F. Peng, MD., Ph.D., the chief of gastroenterology and hepatology at Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center and a professor of medicine at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.

In fact, people who don't drink can develop liver disease. "The disease formerly known as NAFLD—nonalcoholic fatty liver disease—is now known as MASLD—metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease," Dr. Peng says. "MASLD develops when fat builds up in the liver because of metabolic syndrome, which consists of conditions including obesity, type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol."

So, it's vital to know about how even so-called "healthy" drinks can silently damage your liver, especially given how vital the organ is. There are lots of "detox tips" on TikTok and Instagram, but your liver is actually a built-in detoxifier.

"Among its many tasks, one of the liver's most important jobs is to process the things we ingest," Dr. Peng explains. In general, the organ processes nutrients from the blood, produces bile for digestion, regulates blood sugar levels, synthesizes proteins for clotting and removes toxins such as alcohol and drugs. It also stores vitamins and minerals."

Pretty important, right? If that motivates you to treat this organ right, read on to learn of the healthy drink that's silently damaging your liver.

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The ‘Healthy’ Drink That’s Silently Damaging Your Liver, According to Hepatologists

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"Fruit juices should be consumed in moderation," Dr. Peng reports. Indeed, while cartons and bottles of fruit juice usually hail their high vitamin C content (true), it's vital to look at the entire label. Fruit juices contain and lack some ingredients that can contribute to liver damage if you drink them daily, as many of us did with orange juice as kids—live and learn.

"Gulping down fruit juices with every meal can indeed result in weight gain and insulin resistance," explains Dr. Abdul Nadir, MD, a gastroenterologist specializing in hepatology with HonorHealth.

Dr. Nadir adds that drinking too much fruit juice can also lead to fat accumulation in the liver, resulting in scarring (aka cirrhosis) and damage to the liver's architecture. Dr. Nadir says the consequences are "life-threatening." Dr. Peng agrees, adding that too much fruit juice can raise your risk of developing MASLD (or make it worse if you're already living with it).

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Why Fruit Juice Can Damage the Liver

Fruit juice has a bit of a health halo—it is made of fruit, after all. But it's not the same as whole fruit, and the lack of fiber and added sugar concerns hepatologists like Dr. Peng.

We hear a ton about fiber and gut health. As a reminder, the liver is a part of your digestive system. Fiber matters for liver function. Research, including a 2023 study in Frontiers in Public Health, suggests that increasing dietary fiber can help protect you against MASLD.

"Dietary fiber has the potential to enhance satiety, reduce blood sugar spikes by slowing the release of fructose and other sugars and lower insulin secretion," Dr. Peng says. "All of these things can help combat MASLD."

Speaking of sugar...

"There are no 'hidden' sugars in fruit juice," Dr. Peng adds. "The sugar content is there for everyone to see on the nutrition facts label. The primary sugar in fruit juices is fructose, the same sugar found in high fructose corn syrup."

He explains (and research supports) that consuming too much sugar can make it more likely that you'll experience "fat accumulation within the liver and contribute to the development of MASLD, and make existing MASLD worse."

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Wait—Can I Never, Ever Drink Fruit Juice?

"Fruit juice in moderation is OK," Dr. Nadir notes. Hepatologists don't think you have to swear off fruit juice completely, but it's not an everyday kind of beverage if you want to support your liver or your overall health. Dr. Nadir notes that excessive fruit juice intake can lead to GI issues, such as diarrhea and heartburn.

If you love the taste of something fruity, may we suggest whole fruit?

"Consume at least two servings of fruit daily," Dr. Peng states. "Choose fresh or frozen fruits. If you consume canned fruit, choose fruit canned in its own juice—not sugar syrup—and drain the juice before eating."

Dr. Nadir shares that there's no one best fruit for your liver. But you should be mindful of ones with high fructose content, especially if you have or are at risk for developing liver disease. High fructose in any form (juice, fruit or sugary foods) can contribute to liver damage and disease.

A doctor can help you better understand your risk for liver disease and even refer you to a dietitian, who can help you eat to support your unique body and health status.

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Sources:

• Dr. Lee F. Peng, MD., Ph.D., the chief of gastroenterology and hepatology at Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center and a professor of medicine at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
• Dr. Abdul Nadir, MD, a gastroenterologist specializing in hepatology with HonorHealth
• Dietary fiber intake and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: The mediating role of obesity. Frontiers in Public Health.