TheGossip Girlalum detailed his experience as a child actor with what he described as “body dysmorphia.” “I know that I hated my body,” Penn told The Guardian in April 2025, “and simply wanted a different one.” In response to the weight he gained following his parents’ divorce, he added, “There was just a period where,
The Sweet Way Hailey Bieber Celebrated Her, Justin Bieber’s Son Jack’s 2nd Birthday Hailey BieberandJustin Bieber’s 2-year-old sonJackis leaving the baby, baby, baby stage. Indeed, the Rhode Beauty founder shared the sweet way she kicked off celebrations for her and the Grammy winner’s son on his second birthday. In a photo shared to herInstagram Storieson
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man franchise couldn’t be in a better place these days. Its latest movie, Brand New Day, has become the highest-grossing 2026 movie release in the world, and fans love it, too! But, there was a time when Sony was having Spidey troubles, and sadly Shailene Woodley’s cut role as Mary Jane Watson was
There’s a moment in a great blues performance when words stop being enough. The lyric has said what it can say, the singer pulls away from the microphone, and something else has to carry the emotion forward. For Paddy Smith, that something is the harmonica. On his new album, Could Have Found Grace, Smith doesn’t
It might seem summer has gotten boring by this point in time at the box office with Sony/Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day refusing to relinquish its grip on No. 1 in its fifth go-round with $18M (-54%), but it’s not. This summer potentially is headed to a record, possibly upsetting 2013’s $4.756 billion. Rentrak
One thing that’s becoming apparent about Survivor alums is that they’re among the messiest players in the Big Brother house. This season alone, Dee Valladares and Rick Devens have made powerful moves that have earned them the ire of their fellow houseguests. As a superfan, I don’t like how much power they’ve had, but I
You asked (for a return of our super-soft OG hoodies), and we are answering. In celebration of Book Riot’s 15th anniversary coming up October 1, we’re bringing our original hoodies out of the vault. Available in black and charcoal, they’re bonkers comfortable and so durable that many of us on staff are still wearing the
What to Wear Under a Sweater Vest “The best choice depends on whether you want the sweater vest to read classic, casual, sophisticated, or fashion-forward,” he says. A button-up shirt is a classic sweater vest pairing. “It’s probably the easiest and most universally flattering combination, a crisp white or blue shirt under a V-neck vest
The Shawshank Redemption is generally considered Stephen King‘s greatest film, but these other King gems are just as good as the 1994 classic. Despite being something of a box office disappointment in its initial release, The Shawshank Redemption got its own form of redemption once award season rolled around. The film snagged seven Oscar nominations,
Gypsy Rose Blanchard is speaking out about a recent controversy. After audio clips of her using racial slurs in prison phone calls resurfaced online, the Life After Lock Up star issued a lengthy apology for using the offensive language, including the “cruel” comments she made about her sister Mia Blanchard’s interracial relationship with her fiancé
Dolly Parton died today at the age of 80. Tributes have already begun to pour in from musicians and celebrities who considered the country legend an idol, a mentor, and, in some cases, a collaborator. “So glad she’s with her Carl Dean,” Kacey Musgraves wrote on X. “No one talk to me today.” Reba McEntire
Dolly Parton died aged 80 on Tuesday 25 August 2026 (Image: Redferns via Getty Images) Donald Trump has ordered US flags to be lowered for a week in honour of Dolly Parton, as tributes to the late star also highlighted her long-standing support for LGBTQ+ rights. In a Truth Social post, Trump said the one-week
For the second consecutive week, Broadway‘s Paranormal Activity sold out the August Wilson Theatre, and even with five heavily comped press previews the Levi Holloway play grossed $729,250. Paranormal, directed by Felix Barrett and inspired by the popular film franchise, began previews August 14 and opens tonight. The other big box office news for the
Dolly Parton. (Image: Getty Images) Dolly Parton, the iconic, incredible, philanthropic musical legend sadly passed away aged 80 on Tuesday 25 August. This sad moment has united fans and provided a good opportunity to reflect on all of the wonderful things saint Dolly did for the LGBTQ+ community. From releasing dozens of studio albums and
Dolly Parton (Image: Getty) Dolly Parton has died aged 80, with her family saying she “died peacefully today in Nashville.” The news was shared in an Instagram video announcement posted to Parton’s official account. Thanks for registering! You can update your email subscriptions at any time in theMy profile section of your account. In the
Dolly Parton has died at 80 after a brief battle with cancer. Parton’s nephew, Bryan Seaver, announced the death on social media. “Dolly opened the door for generations of singers, songwriters, musicians, and dreamers from every walk of life and across every continent,” he said. “From her example, we believed that anything was possible.” Parton’s
Let the glorious Ninth Symphony ring out (choral version, please) because the BBC’s superb cosy crime show, Ludwig, has returned for a second season. Back in 2024, the first season had us hooked and although it’s been a long wait, it looks like the BBC has used that time to ensure the new episodes are
Philadelphia indie rock band 2nd Grade have an album on the way. Girls and Boys is out October 30 via Lame-O Records. The record includes the previously released “Cellophane Girls” and a new single, “Anywhere Girls,” out today. Listen to that below. The 20-track album is split into 10 songs about “girls” and 10 about
The announcement of Cameron Winter’s new live album, recorded last December at Carnegie Hall, elided mention of the concert film Paul Thomas Anderson was seen shooting the same night. Today, the veil of secrecy has lifted: Anderson’s Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall will air in U.S. theaters starting November 20. Rather than arriving all at
From the beginning of Silo, everyone has been told that it’s not safe outside. As we’ve found out, the desolate world on the cameras is the real view of the world outside; it looks like nothing can grow. That means the land has to be toxic, but in one small move on Silo Season 3
Sir Ian McKellen (Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/WireImage via Getty Images) Sir Ian McKellen (Image: Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/WireImage via Getty Images) Sir Ian McKellen has said one of his few life regrets is not coming out to his father before he died, after rereading a loving 21st birthday letter from him. In a clip of Tea with
Ben Simmons actually courted Kendall, the pair meeting in the spring of 2018 and making an effort at meeting up whenever possible despite the point guard being based in Philadelphia. Kendall streamed a 76ers game during a photo shoot with Australian Vogue in the spring of 2019, according to the subsequent cover story, and then
Any book could potentially be a book club book, especially when it comes to book clubs that are focused on specific topics or genres. But then there is that category of books that fits what everyone thinks when they think of book club books. These books tend to have lots of character development, explore themes
Tom Holland and Zendaya are in the public eye a lot, and oftentimes they are at carpets and events together. This year, they had a whopping two press tours to complete, with both starring in the two biggest movies of the year so far: Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey. Because of this, we
Critic’s Rating: 4.6 / 5.0 4.6 We’ve waited through half of All American Season 8, and it finally feels like we’ve come home They needed Olivia or some of the other OGs to appear earlier in the season because, while it’s been a decent season, it’s definitely been missing that vibe of a final season.
Readers looking for a whimsical love story will be delighted by Sylvie Cathrall’s The Art of Charming a Changeling, which is full of both bashful yearning and nerdy fairy art history. It’s a gauzy, moss-covered romantic fantasy for anyone who ever had a Kinuko Y. Craft poster on their wall as a kid. IYKYK. Perhaps
A blend of memoir, history and biography, Wilbert L. Cooper’s The Black Shield: An American Memoir of Family and Power is an exploration of paradox. Cooper’s parents were Black police officers who used their guns and power “as symbols of our freedom in a country that will not stop killing or incarcerating Black folks.” As
Critic’s Rating: 4 / 5.0 4 Everyone needs a vacation. Even Librarians. Mind you, a holiday at a resort situated on a reactivated magical ley line might not be the most relaxing, but okay. A retreat targeted by a magically-animated, revenge-driven ventriloquist dummy? Yeah, a staycation might be a better idea next time. (Courtesy of
Critic’s Rating: 3.5 / 5.0 3.5 Out of all the upcoming episodes, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 18 Episode 3 seemed the most promising. The first two episodes of Season 18 had me hopeful in terms of believing in the show’s potential to find its magic again without repeating And while the idea of
Tom Brady is kicking off another celebration in his family. The former NFL star celebrated his son Jack on his 19th birthday by sharing a heartfelt tribute to the teen—whom he shares with ex Bridget Moynahan—on his special day. “Happy 19th birthday, Jack!” Tom wrote alongside a carousel of photos in an Aug. 22 Instagram
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