Source: Apple / iPod Touch Nope, this isn’t “fake news,” Apple is definitely bringing back the iPod Touch but with some new upgrades. The company that Jobs built announced it will be updating the device which hasn’t seen any improvements since 2015. The new iPod Touch still looks like its predecessor with a 4-inch display, a home button and comes in multiple colors but will be sporting a new A10 Fusion system-on-a-chip under the hood. The updated iPod Touch runs on iOS 12 like the latest iPhone models and will allow owners to launch ARkit apps and even start group FaceTime conversations. Unlike the latest generation of iPhones, the new iPod Touch does not feature Touch ID or Face ID so to unlock the device you will need a passcode. Also, it will feature a headphone jack, something we wished Apple would put back on its iPhones again. This latest move by Apple comes as a surprise, but we can definitely see the potential for Apple to pull in coins. The updated iPod Touch is cheaper than Apple’s latest handsets, $199 will get you a 32GB, $299 128GB device and if you got some extra money laying around for $399 you can purchase a touch with 256GB of storage. It’s gonna take you a while to fill that bad boy up. Now if you’re wondering who would be in the market for an iPod Touch, there are plenty of potential customers. This device would be perfect for the person who would rather have their music on a separate device, making more room for your photos on your phone. We can also see kids jumping to get the new iPod Touch because of it coming in six new colors space gray, white, gold, blue, pink and (PRODUCT)RED. Also, it works well with wireless speakers and does allow access to streaming platforms such as Apple Music which will help alleviate the strain on your iPhone battery and help you conserve juice. The new iPod Touch is available now via Apple.com, the Apple app, or the company’s flagship locations. This news comes on the heels of Apple “confirming”three new iPhone models . Do you see yourselves buying a new iPod Touch? Or do you feel this is just another money grab by the company? Let us know in the comment section below. — Photo: Apple / iPod Touch
Source: Ivan Nikolov/WENN.com / WENN Kit Harington reportedly checked himself into a rehab facility due to the stress of Game Of Thrones and alcohol use. According to Page Six , the 32-year-old Harington has been in the facility for weeks. “The end of ‘GoT’ really hit Kit hard,” an unnamed source told the website. “He realized ‘this is it — this is the end’, it was something they had all worked so hard on for so many years. He had a moment of, what next? He’s in the clinic predominantly for stress and exhaustion and also alcohol.” According to the source, Harington has been in the facility for a month and his family is encouraging the stay. “His wife Rose is being extremely supportive.” they said. “Right now, he just needs peace and quiet.” His rep confirmed the news. “ Kit has decided to utilize this break in his schedule as an opportunity to spend some time at a wellness retreat to work on some personal issues,” his rep told E! News . Harington, who played Jon Snow on the show has often discussed how the criticism of Thrones has weighed on him. Sophie Turner shared similar concerns with criticism of her role as Sansa Stark on the show. “I think no matter what anyone thinks about this season—and I don’t mean to sound mean about critics here—but whatever critic spends half an hour writing about this season and makes their [negative] judgment on it, in my head they can go f**k themselves,” he told Esquire . “‘Cause I know how much work was put into this. I know how much people cared about this. I know how much pressure people put on themselves and I know how many sleepless nights working or otherwise people had on this show.” RELATED: Game of Thrones Stars Unite At Kit Harington & Rose Leslie’s Wedding [PHOTOS] RELATED: The Starks Come Out On Top, ‘Game of Thrones’ Fans Torn On The Finale RELATED: Emilia Clarke Worried Beyoncé Would Hate Daenerys After ‘Game Of Thrones’ Season 8
Source: Walt Disney Studios / Walt Disney Studios The fourth installment to the beloved Pixar franchise is back, introducing us to a slew of cute characters and entertaining shenanigans. Woody, Buzz, and most of the original gang are learning to love their new kid, Bonnie Anderson, while Bo Peep becomes a lost toy, and we witness the “birth” of a new one. HelloBeautiful visited Pixar for a glimpse of the new movie and talks with director Josh Cooley and producers Mark Nielsen and Jonas Rivera. Here’s what we learned. Forky introduces us to the miracle of “toy-birth.” Get ready to make a new friend. #ToyStory4 pic.twitter.com/9yJ62HEa52 — Pixar (@Pixar) May 3, 2019 Bonnie’s arts & crafts project comprised of play dough and a spork showcases the first time we see a toy “come to life.” Forky also brings up of the interesting question of what makes a toy. At this point, it’s probably a blend of paste and imagination. Regardless, Forky is the newborn baby of the bunch and as such he is unpredictable, innocent, and wildly entertaining. Pair that with the fact that he’s just learning to use his lanky pipe cleaner arms, swiveling googly eyes, and popsicle feet, he makes for one of the funniest characters in the film. Woody is a dad, kinda… Watch the new trailer for #ToyStory4 now and see the film in theaters June 21: https://t.co/Av7fekGwkJ pic.twitter.com/YZxx55lBwD — Toy Story 4 (@toystory) March 19, 2019 Our favorite sheriff is a seasoned toy, and as such takes on a new role as a nurturer as he watches over “newborn” Forky. TBH, Woody was also present for the “birth” and “first steps” of the wobbling baby boy so I’m calling daddy duty, but so does director Josh Cooley. “[Woody] was obviously so important to Andy… it’s not going to be the same with Bonnie,” Cooley tells HelloBeautiful. “For Bonnie right now, Forky is so important to her, so for Woody, it’s like I can help Bonnie by mentoring this innocent character who doesn’t understand the world, so he becomes a father-figure, a mentor.” More so, Woody is very much ready for the role, as he reflects on his own personal toy journey to help Forky. “Woody actually goes internal because he’s trying to explain what it means to be such an important part of a kids life and that forces him to reflect and look back,” adds Cooley. “Woody goes to great lengths to look out for Forky, care for Forky, and do whatever he can to get him back to Bonnie,” adds Nielsen. Bo Peep has her own singular arc and is living in her truth! View this post on Instagram See Bo Peep in #ToyStory4 in theaters June 21. A post shared by Pixar (@pixar) on Jan 28, 2019 at 9:30am PST After a 20 year absence, Bo Peep is at the helm of Toy Story 4 . She becomes a lost toy — any toy’s greatest fear – but she’s chosen that life of her own accord and she’s certainly empowered in doing so. Though, the Pixar team makes it known that Bo’s bold side isn’t new, it’s just another layer that’s finally coming to the top. “We went back and watched just the Bo Peep scenes from Toy Story 1 & Toy Story 2 to remind ourselves of where she came from and she’s always been tough and a leader,” says Cooley. “Ad all we did was bring her to the surface. She been through more, lets amplify it.” “She’s been out there in the world, living life on her own terms… and she’s in charge of her own destiny so thats going to toughen you up even if you are a porcelain doll,” says Nielsen. “So a lot of her personality and character with the situations she’s been in and seen, we want to reflect that side of her,” he continues. P.S. Bo Peep’s sheep will give you life. They’ve got names (Billy, Goat, and Gruff) and sassy attitudes that mirror their mom. The fluffy trio are a “mixture of children and pet” clarifies Cooley. “We knew they could be fun non-verbal characters and we could have fun with the way they move, interact with each other, and the world.” P.P.S They can drive. Giggle McDimples, the smallest character in the Toy Story Universe has the biggest personality Bo & Giggle. #pixarportraits #pixar #toystory4 #portrait #bopeep #gigglemcdimples #cg #cgart #render #renderman pic.twitter.com/jsmMsCqbBG — Phil Shoebottom (@philshoebottom) April 8, 2019 Any good adventure story also includes a side-kick and Giggle McDimples is no different. She’s a Polly Pocket-esque character with the most infectious laugh known to man. The police officer themed-toy meets Bo Peep in the antiques mall where they become best friends, but McDimples is somewhat more than just a teeny-tiny pal. “We kind of hope she is today’s Jiminy Cricket, she’s just this important voice and conscience for Bo Peep,” says producer Jonas Rivera. The bite-sized toy easily jumps in and out of frame and land on Bo’s shoulder. “Basically Bo can have a conversation with the devil and angel on her shoulder and it can be their private moment,” adds Cooley. Toy Story 4 features the first female villain and she’s pretty creepy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chang Eason (@_gabbana___) on Oct 16, 2010 at 10:03am PDT Gabby Gabby is a vintage baby doll whose voice box has become damaged over time. She runs the antique mall like crime mob, where her main goon Benson (a ventriloquist dummy), finds any new toy and introduces them to the King – I mean Queenpin – on the block. This is because Gabby Gabby is on the lookout for new voice boxes and is absolutely taken by Woody’s which is perfectly intact. As you can imagine, this is where things get a little hairy. Too bad we will have to wait until June 21 to see what unfolds. Advance tickets to Toy Story 4 are on sale now.
JoAni Johson is dispelling the myth of high fashion models needing to be young and supple to get booked. The booked and busy 67-year-old recently slayed the campaign for Rihanna’s LVMH FENTY line launch. Rihanna handpicked the senior-aged model herself to help push boundaries with the imagery in her inaugural FENTY luxury line campaign. The teaser, which features Rih as the director, indicates that FENTY is for everyone regardless of age, size, race, and gender. JoAni Johnson is hair GOALS. Her hair is gorgeous. I’ve been stalking her IG page. pic.twitter.com/nSFaZECwAE — Dee, The Creator (@TheDeeNicole) May 27, 2019 Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). At 67 years old, JoAni Johnson was hand-picked by Rihanna herself to become one of the fresh faces of Fenty Maison with the upcoming “Release 5-19”. Rihanna's first step towards luxury fashion. Showing women that our beauty doesn't have to come with an expiration date pic.twitter.com/cuVg8EnamQ — Mics&Melanin (@MelaninMics) May 25, 2019 In the commercial, 5 foot 4 and 1/2 model JoAni Johnson looks just as fly as the other diverse group of models in Rihanna’s luxe clothing line. A New Yorker that has lived many lives, Johnson told Elle Magazine that she walked her first runway at age 65. @rihanna Casts 67-Year-Old Model & @Ozwald_Boateng favourite JoAni Johnson in 1st @FentyOfficial Campaign, celebrating beauty in all its shades, forms & ages. Love. Use the power of fashion to make society more inclusive. #diversityrules #beautyisdiverse https://t.co/Fsq78Sud3M pic.twitter.com/0GklRubXCG — Janice Deul (@JaniceDeul) May 24, 2019 Can you even tell she’s somewhat new to this? In the past few years, Johnson has since been landing campaigns from luxury lines like Pyer Moss, Ozwald Boateng, and now FENTY. She better WERK! Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit Source: Bossip.com ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Keke Palmer Reveals She Had Abortion Sasha Obama Gets Glamed Up As She Goes To Prom [PHOTOS] From Lil Romeo To Mr. Miller: A Look At Romeo’s Transition Over The Years [PHOTOS] Follow @TheRSMS
JoAni Johson is dispelling the myth of high fashion models needing to be young and supple to get booked. The booked and busy 67-year-old recently slayed the campaign for Rihanna’s LVMH FENTY line launch. Rihanna handpicked the senior-aged model herself to help push boundaries with the imagery in her inaugural FENTY luxury line campaign. The teaser, which features Rih as the director, indicates that FENTY is for everyone regardless of age, size, race, and gender. JoAni Johnson is hair GOALS. Her hair is gorgeous. I’ve been stalking her IG page. pic.twitter.com/nSFaZECwAE — Dee, The Creator (@TheDeeNicole) May 27, 2019 Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). At 67 years old, JoAni Johnson was hand-picked by Rihanna herself to become one of the fresh faces of Fenty Maison with the upcoming “Release 5-19”. Rihanna's first step towards luxury fashion. Showing women that our beauty doesn't have to come with an expiration date pic.twitter.com/cuVg8EnamQ — Mics&Melanin (@MelaninMics) May 25, 2019 In the commercial, 5 foot 4 and 1/2 model JoAni Johnson looks just as fly as the other diverse group of models in Rihanna’s luxe clothing line. A New Yorker that has lived many lives, Johnson told Elle Magazine that she walked her first runway at age 65. @rihanna Casts 67-Year-Old Model & @Ozwald_Boateng favourite JoAni Johnson in 1st @FentyOfficial Campaign, celebrating beauty in all its shades, forms & ages. Love. Use the power of fashion to make society more inclusive. #diversityrules #beautyisdiverse https://t.co/Fsq78Sud3M pic.twitter.com/0GklRubXCG — Janice Deul (@JaniceDeul) May 24, 2019 Can you even tell she’s somewhat new to this? In the past few years, Johnson has since been landing campaigns from luxury lines like Pyer Moss, Ozwald Boateng, and now FENTY. She better WERK! Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit Source: Bossip.com ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Keke Palmer Reveals She Had Abortion Sasha Obama Gets Glamed Up As She Goes To Prom [PHOTOS] From Lil Romeo To Mr. Miller: A Look At Romeo’s Transition Over The Years [PHOTOS] Follow @TheRSMS
Source: Paul Archuleta / Getty Research has shown that black women are more likely to experience postpartum depression and more celebrities have come forward to be transparent about their unfortunate experience. Jordin Sparks is the latest celeb to reveal that she battled postpartum depression after giving birth to her first child, Dana Isaiah, Jr. “Everybody knows about what postpartum depression is — maybe not exactly what it all entails because it’s different for each woman — but there’s this thing called the fourth trimester, which happens after you have your baby,” she told Us Weekly. “It’s dealing with everything that happens with your body. Your body goes and changes, your hormones are absolutely insane.” Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). Sparks pointed out that battling depression after giving birth can be a lonely experience. Since no one knows how you’re feeling, no one is rushing to comfort you. “Then you’re dealing with this baby and then something doesn’t go right. … We’ve got tons of people to hold the baby, but who hold us? Who hold us together? Who helps us get through all that stuff? Obviously, people in your family who knows what you’ve been through and had kids before, but sometimes it feels hard to reach out because you’re like, ‘How do I feel so lonely when this amazing thing just happened?’” The former American Idol contestant said she began to lean on one of her friends who was also a new mother. She said contacting her and just talking about how she was feeling that day was helpful because she understood how she felt. “I would talk to her and be like, ‘I feel like this today. Sorry, I just needed to let you know. And she’d be like, ‘No, I understand. That was me yesterday.’ I’d be like, ‘Oh, God. Thanks. OK. Good. I know I’m not the only one.’” Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit Sparks isn’t the only new mom in Hollywood who has come forward about battling postpartum depression after giving birth to their first child. Cardi B also said after giving birth she noticed changes in her mood that she didn’t expect. “When Kulture was born, I felt like I was a kid again; everything was making me cry, and I needed a lot of love,” she told W Magazine. “I be feeling like, Do babies know who’s they mom? I feel like babies love whoever is giving them the milk, and I want to give the milk the whole time. I want her to know me. I feel better now, but sometimes I just feel so vulnerable, like I’m not ready for the world yet. It’s weird.” Sparks’ son is now one-year-old. [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1925346″ overlay=”true”] Source: MadameNoire.com ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Keke Palmer Reveals She Had Abortion Sasha Obama Gets Glamed Up As She Goes To Prom [PHOTOS] From Lil Romeo To Mr. Miller: A Look At Romeo’s Transition Over The Years [PHOTOS] Follow @TheRSMS
Source: B. Roth/WENN for Tine Publicity / WENN A stunning revelation from Ellen DeGeneres. During an appearance on David Letterman’s My Next Guest Needs No Introduction, the 61-year-old talk show host opened up about being a sexual assault survivor. Join Our Text Club To Get The Latest Music, Entertainment, Contests And Breaking News On Your Phone. Text BALTIMORE to 24042 to join! She said her stepfather waited until her mother, Betty DeGeneres was out of town to touch her inappropriately, saying he needed to feel her breasts because he’d found a lump in her mother’s breasts and needed to check hers. This occurred when the Emmy award winner was around 15 to 16 years old. DeGeneres said she’s still angry with herself for not standing up to who she said was a “very bad man.” She’s telling her story now because it bothers her when women come forward about their sexual assault experiences and are shamed or blamed. She hopes opening up publicly will encourage other women to do the same. See Also: Baltimore Drummers A1 Chops Land Web Series With Ellen Degeneres “We [women] just don’t feel like we’re worthy, or we’re scared to have a voice, and we’re scared to say no … That’s the only reason I think it’s important to talk about it because there’s so many young girls and it doesn’t matter how old you are.” You can catch Ellen DeGeneres episode in full when season 2 of My Next Guest Needs No Introduction, becomes available for streaming on Netflix May 31st. Source: VIBE
Source: Photo Courtesy of MOVI Inc / MOVI Inc Feeling this get up? Blac Chyna Attends RuPaul’s DragCon RuPaul’s DragCon L.A. had a special guest this year who paid tribute to the ever so popular “Yeehaw Agenda.” Blac Chyna was spotted at the Los Angeles Convention Center this weekend for the three-day convention that’s the world’s largest all-ages and family-friendly celebration of drag. Angela “Blac Chyna” White served a sexy LEWK for the occasion; a fringed frock and huge hat all while posing to Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road.” View this post on Instagram Wranglers On My Booty A post shared by Blac Chyna (@blacchyna) on May 26, 2019 at 9:04pm PDT She was later joined at the conference by vendors, exhibitors and the Queens themselves. YouTuber/model/influencer GiGi Gorgeous also paraded around with Chy who called her “bae.” View this post on Instagram DragCon wit bae A post shared by Blac Chyna (@blacchyna) on May 26, 2019 at 8:55pm PDT Literal supermodel of the world RuPaul was (of course) on hand for DragCon… View this post on Instagram IT BEGINS @rupaulofficial just cut the ribbon and kicked off Day 2 of #DragCon LA with our fave glamazons in tow Still need tix? Link in bio! A post shared by RuPaul's DragCon (@rupaulsdragcon) on May 25, 2019 at 10:32am PDT as well Trixie Mattel, Katya, Alaska, Adore Delano, Aja, Aquaria, Blair St. Clair, Miss Fame, Detox, Eureka and Mayhem Miller. View this post on Instagram Winner winner, chicken BUFFET Our crowned queens took it to the carpet for their #DragCon LA pink carpet entrances, swipe thru! Still need your tix? Link in bio! A post shared by RuPaul's DragCon (@rupaulsdragcon) on May 25, 2019 at 12:00pm PDT The season 11 Queens were also on hand including finalists Brooke Lynn Hytes, Silky Nutmeg Ganache, Yvie Oddly and Akeria C. Davenport. View this post on Instagram I so love these ladies soooo much. My big sisters @theonlydetox @manilaluzon A post shared by AkeriaChanelDavenport (@mizakeriachanel) on May 27, 2019 at 8:04am PDT The RuPaul’s Drag Race season 11 finale airs Thursday at 9/8 c on VH1. See more of Chyna and The Queens serving LEEEEEWKS at DragCon on the flip.
Ellen DeGeneres is known for being one of the funniest people in the world. In an interview with David Letterman for Season 2 of that comedian’s Netflix series, however, DeGeneres opens up about something very serious. And also very personal… … she was molested as a teenager by her stepfather. In her upcoming appearance on Letterman‘s My Next Guest Needs No Introduction, DeGeneres says on stage that her mother, Betty, married a “very bad man” when DeGeneres was a young woman. DeGeneres explains in this chat that her mom had recently been diagnosed with breast cancer and had one of her breasts removed when the incident took place. The stepfather then used this situation and this information to set DeGeneres up. In an absolutely horrific way. “He told me when she was out of town that he’d felt a lump in her breast and needed to feel my breasts because he didn’t want to upset her, but he needed to feel mine,” Ellen tells Letterman, adding: “He convinced me that he needs to feel my breasts and then he tries to do it again another time, and then another time.” DeGeneres was 15 or 16 when this happened. “I’m angry at myself because… I was too weak to stand up,” DeGeneres continues in recalling this painful memory. “It’s a really horrible, horrible story and the only reason I’m actually going to go into detail about it is because I want other girls to not ever let someone do that.” DeGeneres eventually goes into even more detail about the alleged incident, recalling how her stepfather attempted to break down her bedroom door and she fled out her window because she knew “it was going to go more to something.” It took Ellen a few years to tell her mom about the assault. Betty didn’t believe her at the time and remained married to the main for 18 more years. After he kept changing his story and Betty finally realized her daughter had been telling the truth… she left him. DeGeneres initially talked about this abuse in an interview with Allure in 2005. She said back then that her former stepfather had died. Betty has appeared on her daughter’s talk show on a number of occasions. As for how her relationship is with her mother is these days? “I always have taken care of her my whole life,” Ellen tells Letterman. “So I just kept taking care of her. I didn’t really let it get to me. Until recently, I kind of went, ‘I wish I would have been better taken care of. I wish she would have believed me.’ And she’s apologetic, but, you know…” DeGeneres went on to say that she hopes her story will inspire other victims of abuse. “We [women] just don’t feel like we’re worthy, or we’re scared to have a voice, and we’re scared to say no,” she says. “That’s the only reason I think it’s important to talk about it because there’s so many young girls and it doesn’t matter how old you are. When I see people speaking out, especially now, it angers me when victims aren’t believed, because we just don’t make stuff up. “And I like men, but there are so many men that get away with so much. “It is just time for us to have a voice. It’s time for us to have power.” Amen. Check out the trailer below for your first look at My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman, which will also include a revealing interview with Kanye West. My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman: Season 2 Trailer
Gabriel Diniz, a popular Latin pop star, died on Monday when he was a passenger on board a plane that crashed en route to his girlfriend’s birthday party. He was 28 years old. “It is with great pain that we can confirm the death of Gabriel Diniz and the plane’s crew,” Diniz’s management team said in a statement that confirmed the artist’s passing. According to various local news reports, Diniz and two pilots died when their small plane crashed in the town of Porto do Mato, Estância, on the southern coast of Sergipe, Brazil. Officials from the local fire department responded to the scene and the cause of the accident is still under investigation. Many more details will likely emerge in the near future — but w eknow Diniz was on his way to celebrate the birthday of girlfriend Karoline Calheiros. Here is an Instagram photo of the couple: Diniz, probably best known for the track “Jennifer,” had just performed in Feira de Santana, located northwest of Salvador. On May 26, Gabriel shared photos from his performance, sharing a message with his fans at the same time. “Always a joy to return to Feira de Santana and be greeted with such joy and with so much positive energy thank you for the kindness guys,” reads his post, translated to English. “A real crowd enjoying our show,” this message concluded. “Until next time God willing.” Diniz had more than two million subscribers on YouTube and 4.5 million followers on Instagram. He struck it big at first with his 2016 song “Paraquedas.” Gabriel’s friend, soccer player Roberto Firmino, took to Instagram to pay tribute to his late pal. “There are things that are hard to believe, the chip does not fal. The message of love and joy that you left here on earth was incredible. Glad to have met you. Rest in peace.” Diniz performed at the athlete’s 2017 wedding to Larissa Pereira — and she also paid tribute to the singer in the hours after his death, sharing a picture of thim at the event and writing: He participated in the happiest day of my life, he was there doing his best. Pereira ended her post with a message for the late star’s girlfriend, Calheiros. It reads as follows: I really do not know what to tell you, I wanted to be here just wishing you Happy birthday, but I also say that I’m praying a lot for you. Asking God to comfort your heart and understanding you to understand that His plans are sometimes not ours, but what matters is that one day we will all find ourselves in a much better place. We send our condolences to the friends, family members and loved ones of Gabriel Diniz. May he rest in peace. View Slideshow: Celebrities Who Died in 2019: In Memoriam
