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  • The Real Reason Hunter Biden Split From Beau's Widow

    The romance that stared amid sorrow and scandal is officially over. Hunter Biden and his widowed sister-in-law-turned-lover — Yes, you read that right — have called it quits. What went wrong? It's not 100% clear, but here's everything we know about why Hunter Biden split from his brother's widow.

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  • Here's Why Traffic Lights Are Red, Yellow, And Green

    Let's talk about traffic lights. Since we were kids, we were told that red means stop, green means go, and yellow means either "gun it" or show some caution -- you're going to make somebody mad either way. But just where did the universal color language for vehicular velocity control come from?

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Movies (13)

  • The Bizarre Job Danny Devito Had Before He Got Famous

    There's a lot more to actor Danny DeVito than just a long list of Hollywood credits. For instance, before he got famous, he had a pretty freaky day job that you'd probably never guess: he was a hairdresser for dead people. How'd the onetime star of Taxi end up styling the hair of corpses?

    By Desirée O Read More
  • Why Hollywood Won't Cast Rupert Grint Anymore

    Rupert Grint got his big break in the entertainment industry when he was just 11 years old, starring as the red-haired wizard, Ron Weasley, in the Harry Potter film series. While the former child star seemed ready to rule Tinseltown, here's why Hollywood won't cast Rupert Grint anymore.

    By Dianne Gebauer Read More
  • Celebs Who Destroyed Their Careers In 2019

    No one is invincible. Being worth millions of dollars, having fans around the world, and touting a flashbulb-ready grin is amazing, but lasting success in the entertainment industry is fragile. The following celebs destroyed stellar careers in 2019, and only time will tell if they can rebuild.

    By Jessica Sager Read More
  • Ashton Kutcher's Most Successful Movie Might Not Be What You Expect

    Ashton Kutcher first found fame on That '70s Show. Since then, he starred on Two and a Half Men as a replacement for Charlie Sheen, while also taking on film roles in Dude, Where's My Car? and Jobs, to name a few. But you might be surprised to find out which film was actually his biggest hit.

    By Desirée O Read More
  • Gross Things Celebrities Actually Did In Public

    Living in the spotlight doesn't seem to stop some stars from indulging in seriously questionable conduct From mooning tourists to licking other people's food to biting the head off a live bat, you won't believe the gross things these celebrities actually did in public.

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  • Who Is Annie LeBlanc Dating Now?

    If you don't know who Annie LeBlanc is, don't worry, you're not living under a rock -- you're probably just not a teenager. While Leblanc's professional life is on fire, it doesn't mean that her love life is non-existent. So who managed to steal the heart of the Gen-Z queen?

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • What Did Emma Watson Study At Oxford?

    Emma Watson geow up on-screen as Hermione Granger, who graduated from Hogwarts and saved the day on many occasions. And after wrapping the final Harry Potter in 2009, she jetted to America to experience the world of higher education. But it wasn't exactly what she expected.

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  • Here's How Much Liza Koshy Is Really Worth

    Liza Koshy is a YouTube star, a red carpet host, an up-and-coming actress, and a brand-savvy entrepreneur. She's also rich. For those who've ever wondered just how much money online stars can make if they embrace their range of potential, here's how much Liza Koshy is really worth.

    By Desirée O Read More
  • The Truth About Ashton Kutcher's Dangerous Diet For Jobs

    Ashton Kutcher was so determined to nail the role of Steve Jobs in the 2013 biopic "Jobs" that the former "That '70s Show" star even adopted the Apple icon's controversial all-fruit diet—and, like most fad or super-restrictive diets, it ended up landing the actor in the hospital with pancreatitis.

    By Jessica Sager Read More

Music (19)

  • How Bullying Completely Changed Jacob Sartorius' Life

    With millions of adoring fans and millions of bucks in the bank, social media sensation Jacob Sartorius is living the good life. However, the road to fame wasn't a smooth one. Before making it big, Sartorius was bullied in school. In July 2016, he took to Twitter talk about just how bad it got.

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • How Much Were Beyonce And Jay-Z Worth When They Met?

    While these days, the extent of their fortune is certainly obscene, the musical moguls were once just trying to make it to the big leagues, much like the rest of their music-making peers. Here's a peek at exactly how much Beyonce and Jay-Z were worth when they first met.

    By Marta Djordjevic Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of Coldplay

    Ever since telling us it was "all yellow," this band has been a household name. However, the now-famous foursome -- Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion, and Guy Berryman -- haven't always been in the stratosphere. From humble beginnings to superstardom, this is the untold truth of Coldplay.

    By Brian Yost Read More
  • The Truth About Billie Eilish's Brother

    Billie Eilish has her big brother, Finneas O'Connell, to thank for writing the single -- "Ocean Eyes" -- that catapulted her to stardom. Since that initial SoundCloud single, O'Connell has been by his sister's side every step of the way.Here's what you need to know about Billie Eilish's brother.

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • Why Did Taylor Swift Get Snubbed From Two Major Grammy Nominations?

    The 2020 Grammy nominations are out and Taylor Swift got edged out of two categories she knows all too well -- album of the year and record of the year. Right now, Lover is the best-selling album of 2019. So how did an album that topped the charts manage to get shut out of several major categories?

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • Why Did Prince Hate Katy Perry And Ed Sheeran?

    Among the personal artifacts discovered after Prince's death, writer Dan Piepenbring found some choice words the "Purple Rain" singer had written about Katy Perry and Ed Sheeran. So what exactly did the pop stars do to incur the wrath of Prince?

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • The Truth About Miley Cyrus' Most Meaningful Tattoos

    While some of her tattoos appear to be just for kicks, others have a meaning that runs deeper than the ink. From tattoos that chronicle the ups and downs of her relationship with ex-husband Liam Hemsworth to tributes to lost loved ones, here's the truth about Miley Cyrus' most meaningful tattoos.

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • Why Is Ariana Grande Cancelling So Many Tour Dates?

    Ariana Grande is on the final leg of her Sweetner World Tour, but she might not make it to the finish line. On Nov. 17, 2019, Grande canceled her show in Lexington, KY, amid ongoing health issues. That marks the fourth show Grande's cancelled in nine months. So why's Grande canceling so many dates?

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • Where Are The Members Of Danity Kane Now?

    Over the past decade, Danity Kane, which started out with five members, has broken up and reunited countless times. The group put their differences aside and began touring again in 2018, but the ladies of Danity Kane have also had a lot going on in recent years leading up to the reunion.

    By Lisa Marie Read More
  • This Is How Much Post Malone Is Actually Worth

    With chart-topping albums and record-breaking music, it's no surprise that Post Malone has his haters saying "Congratulations." And while there are still some critics out there, Post Malone is laughing his way all the way to the bank.

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • Here's How Post Malone Spends His Millions

    Post Malone is worth a whopping $14 million, and he makes a good deal of his cash from touring and album sales, while also snagging a few endorsement deals over the years. You could say that Malone is doing a lot "Better Now," but how exactly is the rapper spending his millions?

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • The Ridiculous Amount Of Money BTS Is Worth To South Korea

    BTS' net worth sits somewhere around $60 million, which earned them slot 43 on Forbes Celebrity 100 list. While that might seem like a staggering amount for a group that's been around less than a decade, the number pales in comparison to the amount they bring to their home country.

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • The Strangest Things About Miranda Lambert's New Marriage

    Country music's Miranda Lambert hasn't always been a winner when it comes to love. After her 2015 divorce from Blake Shelton and a pair of failed romances, her secret wedding to NYPD officer Brendan McLoughlin shocked fans in 2019. Here are the strangest things about Miranda Lambert's new marriage.

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  • Why All Seven BTS Members Live Together In A Tiny Condo

    As opposed to each guy having their own pad to go home to, all seven members of BTS actually live together. So why, despite being worth millions of dollars apiece, are the boys okay with packing into one condo? If you've ever been stuck with a roommate, the reason might surprise you.

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Louis Tomlinson

    From the loss of his mother and sister, to his strained relationship with his dad, to the zany conspiracy theory that his son isn't real, the story of this One Direction star's life should come with a complimentary box of Kleenex. This is the tragic real-life story of Louis Tomlinson.

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  • The Truth About Cindy Crawford's Son, Presley Walker Gerber

    Despite being born into fame and fortune, Presley Walker Gerber doesn't fall into the Hollywood wild child category -- though he has had his fair share of legal problems. Gerber isn't quite a household name, but he's working to make a name for himself. So who exactly is Cindy Crawford's famous son?

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • Here's How Brooklyn And Bailey McKnight Got Famous

    Brooklyn and Bailey McKnight are quite the dynamic duo. The 19-year-old, Texas-based identical twins burst onto the scene back in 2013 with their YouTube channel, BrooklynAndBailey. thanks to years and years of content creation, the Brooklyn and Bailey have an estimated net worth of $2.5 million.

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Television (31)

  • The Real Reason Kim Kardashian Wants To Be A Lawyer

    In May 2019, Kim Kardashian West revealed via Vogue that she has been studying to become a lawyer. Now that we've all had a little bit of time to come to terms with the shocking revelation, it would be nice to know why the reality TV mogul has suddenly decided she wants to add lawyer to her resume.

    By Marta Djordjevic Read More
  • The Strange Relationship The Duggars Have With Pets

    When it comes to pets, the love the Duggar family espouses for each other has actually come into question. That's because, despite a no-pets rule still being in effect, the Duggar family has faced accusations of animal abuse in the past.

    By Lisa Marie Read More
  • Why Was Dan Humphrey Was The Worst Character On Gossip Girl?

    Although the new reboot of Gossip Girl will focus on a whole new batch of private school teens living in New York, we're still not over the trauma of how the original series ended, and that big, crappy Dan-related reveal. Here's the reason why Dan Humphrey was the worst character on Gossip Girl.

    By Marta Djordjevic Read More
  • The Real Reason Mischa Barton Left The OC

    During her time on The O.C., Mischa Barton was riding high -- landing magazine covers left and right and gracing the red carpet of some of the biggest award shows. Since then, however, that hasn't quite been the case. So why did Mischa Barton leave the show that catapulted her to fame?

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • What Brooke Hyland From Dance Moms Is Up To Now

    Brooke Hyland joined Dance Moms when she was just 12. She left the show four seasons later in 2014. Now, at 21, Brooke seems to have left her past behind her, hung up her dancing shoes, and moved on to the next stage in her life. Here's what Brooke Hyland has been up to since leaving Dance Moms.

    By Lisa Marie Read More
  • Who Did Jay Cutler Date Before He Married Kristin Cavallari?

    Despite being a professional football player, former Bears quarterback Jay Cutler was still an intensely private person before being thrust into the spotlight when he started dating Kristin Cavallari. Here's a peek at who he was linked to before he found the love of his life.

    By Lisa Marie Read More
  • The 2019 American Music Awards Red Carpet Ranked Best To Worst

    The 2019 American Music Awards kicked off like any A-List event — with a red carpet. The stars showed off their fashion prowess, like the always stunning Carrie Underwood, or lack thereof, like Post Malone. Let's revisit the best and worst dressed stars at one of the music industry's biggest nights.

    By Todd Jacobs Read More
  • Whatever Happened To Marcel The Monkey From Friends?

    We first met Marcel the Monkey when Ross adopted the adorable capuchin on season one of Friends. That was some 25 years ago, but Marcel -- who is actually a female caupchin monkey named Katie -- is still out there acting. So what has Marcel the monkey been up to since Friends ended?

    By Lisa Marie Read More
  • What Kate Gosselin's Life Is Like Today

    During its less complicated days, Jon and Kate Plus 8 -- the reality show about Kate and Jon Gosselin and their eight kids (twin daughters and a set of sextuplets) -- was a huge hit, but their meteoric rise to fame took a toll on their marriage. This is what Kate Gosselin's life is like today.

    By Mike Redmond Read More
  • Are Nicole Richie And Paris Hilton Still Friends?

    In spite of Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie's 2005 BFF break-up, the two seem to have patched things up and kept their relationship relatively amicable over the years. But what does that mean for their friendship (if there is a friendship at all) these days?

    By Desirée O Read More
  • Who Does Alex Trebek Want To Host Jeopardy! Next?

    In March 2019, Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek revealed that he had been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. As such, Trebek has acknowledged that he might not be able to host Jeopardy! the way he wants to much longer. So who does Alex Trebek want to host Jeopardy! next?

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • What Mayim Bialik And Michael Stone's Relationship Is Really Like

    When you hear the name Mayim Bialik, you probably think of the actress's famous roles in Blossom and The Big Bang Theory. But while her characters might be famous​, her personal life isn't quite as well known. How much do you really know about the actress's ex-husband Michael Stone?

    By Lisa Marie Read More
  • The Real Reason Prince Hated Kim Kardashian

    There are plenty of celebrities out there who would be perfectly happy if the Kardashians vanished into obscurity, never to be heard from again -- and the legendary artist Prince fell under that category. So what exactly did Kim Kardashian do to deserve a snub from "The Purple One"?

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • What Happened To Celebrity Socialite Nicole Richie?

    After only two years of filming and 36 episodes of The Simple Life, Nicole Richie's budding career took a turn for the worst. It ended with the cancelling of both the show and of Nicole's friendship with Paris, leaving the world wondering: what happened to Nicole Richie?

    By Mia Sims Read More
  • Celebs Who Can't Stand The Real Housewives

    When it comes to The Real Housewives stars, you may love 'em or hate 'em — but you definitely can't ignore them. Considering their penchant for controversy, it's not surprising that, over the years, they've attracted a lot of haters. These are the celebs who can't stand the Real Housewives.

    By Ekua Hagan Read More
  • Why You Don't Hear Much From Regis Philbin Anymore

    Regis Philbin holds the Guinness World Record for the most hours on television, yet his showbiz presence has been relatively low-key since leaving Live with Regis and Kelly in 2011. Let's dig in to find out why you don't hear much from the television legend anymore.

    By Dianne Gebauer Read More
  • The Real Reason The Beverly Hills, 90210 Revival Got Canceled

    The first season of BH90210 ran for six episodes on Fox in the summer of 2019, and included most of the original cast — yes, even Shannen Doherty! However, that first season will be the only season of the third incarnation of the popular series. Here are some of the reasons why BH90210 was canceled.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Inside Mr. Rogers' Relationship With His Wife Joanne

    Mr. Rogers hosted 895 episodes of his beloved children's show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood over 31 seasons from 1968 until 2001. And while that helped him establish a loyal and loving fan-base over the years, at home he was just as adored by his family -- including his wife Joanne.

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  • What Is Asia Monet Ray From Dance Moms Doing Now?

    Asia Monet Ray appeared on Dance Moms season 3. However, her time on the reality show was short-lived as she left at the end of the season. Still, it seems that her little bit of screen time went a long way. How did the pint-sized Dance Moms' alum spin her 15 minutes of fame into a career?

    By Briana Trusty Read More
  • Who Are Alex Trebek's Kids?

    Here's the clue: Nicky, Matthew, and Emily. If you answered — in the form of a question, of course — What is the name of Alex Trebek's kids? Congratulations! You're on the board. Want to know more about the progeny of the legendary Jeopardy! host? Keep reading. You just might find the Daily Double.

    By Barbara Pavone Read More
  • Kandi Burruss Gives Sad Update On Her Surrogate's Pregnancy

    Reality star Kandi Burruss almost became a mother of five. On the season 12 premiere of Real Housewives of Atlanta on Nov. 3, 2019, Burruss revealed that the surrogate she and husband Todd Tucker are using was initially pregnant with twin girls, but one of the embryos did not survive.

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  • The Real Reason Dance Moms' Abby Lee Miller Was In Prison

    In March 2017, fearsome dance instructor Abby Lee Miller Miller had to step away from her role on Lifetime's hit reality TV program Dance Moms, the show that made her a household name. The reason? Impending jail time. So what exactly did Miller do to land herself behind bars?

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  • Dark Secrets Of The Cast Of Today

    We've always been able to count on the Today show to wake us up with its cheerful morning banter. But a look behind the scenes reveals plenty of heartbreak, scandals, rivalries, gaffes, and hurt feelings to last a lifetime. These are the dark secrets of the cast of Today.

    By Ekua Hagan Read More
  • The One Thing Alex Trebek Regrets About Meeting His Wife

    Longtime Jeopardy! star Alex Trebek is not only a successful game show host, he's also a happily married man. But that doesn't mean that he doesn't have regrets regarding his marriage. Or more specifically, he has one regret when it comes to how — or when — he first met his wife, Jean Currivan.

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