The Tragic Truth About Dolly Parton's Difficult Childhood
Although Dolly Parton’s childhood was filled with hardship, those tough times ultimately made her the kind, caring woman she is today.
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Erika Kirk Had A Bigger Age Gap With Her Husband Charlie Than We Knew
Charlie Kirk shared his belief that women should get married by a certain age, but he didn't practice what he preached with his older wife, Erika Kirk.
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HGTV's Christina Haack All But Confirmed Her Marriage To Josh Hall Was A Sham
Christina Haack and Josh Hall's short-lived marriage, which culminated in a contentious divorce, was seemingly doomed from the start judging by her comments.
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Whatever Happened To Hilary Duff's Music Career? The Real Reason She Put It On Hold
Hilary Duff's music won't be on the back burner much longer. Our expert explores why Duff put it all on pause and how she's reclaiming her career now.
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There Are So Many Weird Things About Stephen Miller's Marriage
Stephen Miller and wife Katie put on a united front, but behind the scenes, their dynamic is downright bizarre.
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Khloé Kardashian's Extreme Plastic Surgery Is So Obvious In These Side By Side Photos
Khloé Kardashian has admitted to going under the knife, but some experts believe she's undergone several surgical procedures she hasn't been forthcoming about.
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The Tragedy Of Mariska Hargitay Gets Sadder & Sadder
Mariska Hargitay may have a successful Hollywood career, but behind the scenes, she's dealt with immeasurable tragedy throughout her entire life.
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The Tragic Truth About Dolly Parton's Health Issues
Dolly Parton cancelled several shows in September 2025 due to health issues, but this wasn't the first time the "Coat of Many Colors" singer struggled.
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Pippa Middleton's 'Billionaire Party' For Her Older Husband Had Locals Rolling Their Eyes
A party Pippa Middleton threw for her husband James Matthews didn't go over well with locals, and for good reason.
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What's Really Going On With Donald Trump's Marriage In 2025?
While Donald and Melania Trump don't seem to have much of a relationship, their marriage's unconventional arrangements may be the key to its longevity.
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The Biggest Rumors To Plague ABC Anchor David Muir
David Muir doesn't give the tabloids much to gossip about, but the "ABC World News Tonight" star hasn't managed to avoid rumors about his love life and career.
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Karoline Leavitt's Killer Legs Didn't Save Her From This Painful Daisy Duke 'Fit
Karoline Leavitt is firmly in her grandma era now that she's working as White House press secretary, but she's had consistently bad fashion sense for years.
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Bill Belichick & Jordon Hudson's 'Inappropriate' Behavior Put Their Weird Age Gap On Blast
Bill Belichick & Jordon Hudson's 49-year age gap is odd enough on its own, but their behavior when together raises even more red flags about their relationship.
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Speaker Mike Johnson's Marriage Has Some Painfully Obvious Problems
Speaker Mike Johnson and wife Kelly have been together for decades, but just because their marriage has lasted doesn't mean it's a healthy one.
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The One Thing That Suggests The Taylor Swift Plastic Surgery Rumors Aren't BS
Swifties and haters alike have speculated wildly about Taylor Swift's appearance and whether she's had cosmetic surgery, though one rumor has surprising merit.
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Rebecca Romijn And Jerry O'Connell's Daughter Dolly Is A Nepo Baby In The Making
Nepotism runs in the O'Connell family (literally), and young Dolly is already positioning herself to be in the spotlight just like her famous folks.
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Meghan Markle's Accidental Jab At Prince Harry's Baldness Is A Mistake She'll Never Shake
People like to read a lot into everything Meghan Markle says and does, so she got some heat when celebrating husband Prince Harry and the hair he doesn't have.
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Gnarly Photos Of Trump's Bruised Hand Are A Dark Reminder Of His Age
After Donald Trump's physician revealed that he suffers from an age-related health issue, the president struggled to cover the bruising on his hand with makeup.
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What We Know About Kelly Clarkson's Kids After Their Dad Brandon Blackstock's Death
In their short lives so far, Kelly Clarkson's children, River and Remy, have endured some truly tough times, not least of all, the death of their dad.
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Mike Pence's Basic New Job Is Proof Trump Soured His Reputation Beyond Repair
As someone who was once the vice president of the United States, Mike Pence’s new job might come across as a major downgrade.
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The Tragic Truth About James Van Der Beek's Health Issues
Stomach viruses kept James Van Der Beek from participating in the "Dawson's Creek" reunion in person. Sadly, he's also facing ongoing health struggles.
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Trump's Messy Comment Hints Kristi Noem's & Corey Lewandowki Affair Gossip Isn't BS
Donald Trump reportedly witnessed some overt PDA from Cory Lewandowski and Kristi Noem, and the president used a telling word to describe his DHS secretary.
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How Did Charlie Kirk Meet His Wife Erika? Their Relationship Beginnings, Revealed
Charlie Kirk and wife Erika dated for three years before marrying, though they were only husband and wife for four years before he was killed.
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Sad Details About David Bromstad's Life Since His Split From Ex Jeffrey Glasko
"My Lottery Dream Home" star David Bromstad faced way too many heartbreaking challenges after his relationship with Jeffrey Glasko ended with a legal nightmare.
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Rumors About Kate Middleton That Hurt Her Good Girl Persona
Kate Middleton can do no wrong in the eyes of her most ardent admirers, but some rumors don't paint the prettiest picture of the Princess of Wales' personality.
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The Tragic Truth Behind Charlie Sheen's Alcohol Addiction
Charlie Sheen's alcohol problem began as a way to conquer a stuttering problem, but it cost him jobs, relationship, and very nearly his life.
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Video Of Kate Middleton's 'Fiesty' Behavior Around Meghan Markle Will Haunt Her Forever
Kate Middleton walking towards Meghan Markle with a stern look on her face was caught on video, and fans of the future queen can't get enough of it.
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