Source: Patricia Schlein/WENN.com / WENN American Heart Association’s “Go Red For Women” Fashion Show A number of female celebs gathered for a good cause during New York Fashion Week. The American Heart Association held its annual Go Red for Women fashion show highlighting your favorite celebs in red gowns. Go Red for Women is the American Heart Association’s national movement to end heart disease and stroke in women. Every year they bring together a gaggle of ladies to strut down the red runway and awareness about heart disease, the number one killer of women causing one in three deaths each year. This year’s fashion show was attended by Phaedra Parks… Source: Patricia Schlein/WENN.com / WENN Skai Jackson… Source: Patricia Schlein/WENN.com / WENN Source: Patricia Schlein/WENN.com / WENN Jordyn Woods… Source: Patricia Schlein/WENN.com / WENN Source: Patricia Schlein/WENN.com / WENN and Sherri Shepherd. Source: Patricia Schlein/WENN.com / WENN Source: Patricia Schlein/WENN.com / WENN Eve also hit the stage as the featured performer for the evening. Looking good, girls. More celebs getting their Go Red on the flip.
Source: Earl Gibson III / Getty Marsai Martin Signs A First Look Deal With Universal At only 14-years-old, Marsai Martin is breaking all kinds of boundaries. The Black-ish actress just became the youngest person to ever sign a first look deal with Universal Studios. This news comes only a few months after it was announced that with her upcoming venture Little , Martin would become the youngest executive producer in Hollywood. According to reports from Deadline , Marsai will develop original content that speaks through her distinct point of view and provides opportunities for other young actors as a part of this brand new partnership. Martin herself expressed her intentions to create lasting change with the work she is doing behind the camera in a statement about the deal. “I am so excited for the magic I’ll be able to create and produce with Universal,” she gushed. “My goal is to show young women and girls that our voices and ideas matter and you are never too young to dream BIG!” She also expressed her enthusiasm on Instagram, posting a screenshot of the news and writing, “Very excited to see what the future holds.” Martin’s first film as part of this deal is StepMonster , a comedy about a teenage girl played by Marsai herself, who is “adjusting to life with a new stepmother.” The film will be produced by her production company, Genius Productions. Congrats to Marsai Martin on these major money moves at such a young age!
Kendra Wilkinson is turning over a new leaf. Just 10 months after filing for divorce from Hank Baskett , she is finally ready to restore her life. “The depression is gone finally. Back in the light and feels good,” the former Playboy model captioned an Instagram selfie of her gazing off into the distance. The mental health update reveals that the aftermath she suffered from the divorce has finally lifted and Kendra is ready to begin a new chapter for her and her kids. “I’m living a whole new life and the kids and I are bonding more than ever,” the former reality star continued. “Have had to work extra hard to find stable grounds but we did it and back enjoying life again.” Kendra, who shares two children with Hank, son Hank IV, 9, and daughter, Alijah, 5 have done a great job at “prioritizing their happiness ever since she and the former NFL star ended their 9-year marriage,” says US Weekly . And while the two still have yet to finalize their divorce over “irreconcilable differences”, they are only focused on being good co-parents to their children. The Kendra on Top star has opened up to her millions of followers about the ups and downs of her divorce and shared a social media statement the day she filed. “Today is the last day of my marriage to this beautiful man. I will forever love Hank and be open but for now, we have chosen to go our own ways.” Kendra admitted that there was just “too much fear” that got in the way of “forever” after a cheating scandal in 2014 when Hank allegedly had an affair with a model. “I’m beyond sad and heartbroken because I did believe in forever, that’s why I said yes, but unfortunately too much fear has gotten in the way. We are both amazing parents and our kids will be happy n never know the difference other than seeing mama smile,” she wrote. Wilkinson continued, “I want to see happy Hank again…I miss that. Marriage was just a piece of paper and a piece of jewelry but our hearts will always be real.” Now that Kendra has come to terms with the situation and has allowed time to heal old wounds, we will wait to see what she embraces next. Even though it will probably not involve stepping back into the dating game. She claims “I’m not dating right now. I’m basically a f-ing virgin.” Kendra quickly shut down all dating rumors that she and The Bachelorette’s Chad Johnson were an item. “I have no time or energy to date anyone,” she expressed via her Instagram story. “I’m focusing on my kids and myself. Rest. Health. Work.” Maybe she will eventually dabble back into the dating pool, but as for now, she has found her perfect match. She’s falling in love again with herself and yeah, we completely approve! View Slideshow: Kendra Wilkinson Bawls Over Divorce, Cries Out: I’m Not Perfect, Okay?!?
It’s been five weeks since Mike Sorrentino reported to prison to begin serving an 8-month sentence on tax fraud charges. While Mike doesn’t deny that he’s guilty, his imprisonment is still a heartbreaking development for many, particularly given the ways in which he’s turned his life around over the course of the past two years. Fortunately, Mike recorded a wealth of video content before beginning his sentence, and his life, Lauren Pesce, is now releasing it gradually on the couple’s new YouTube channel, titled, of course, The Situations . The biggest of Mike’s many life changes has been putting his hard-partying past behind him. Sorrentino has been sober for almost three years, and admirably, he’s been using his experiences with addiction and recovery to help others beat their demons and step into the light. Mike Sorrentino: The Sober Situation In the video above, Mike opens up about his struggles and pays a holiday visit to a sober house. At the time the video was shot, Mike had already been sentenced and knew that he was just weeks away from beginning his sentence. So this wasn’t an attempt to butter up the sentencing judge — it’s just Mike trying to pay it forward as an expression of gratitude. “I was known to be, ya know, one of the bigger partiers on Jersey Shore, so I had to think in my brain, ‘how was I going to contribute to the show if it even gets popular?’ You don’t even know if people are going to watch the show again,” Mike says about the recent Shore reboot. “So, I just said to myself ‘I’m going to have to continue to challenge myself in my recovery,’” he adds. “My base was two years sober, I had the sponsor, I had a good support system at home with my wife.” Asked about his plans for the future, Mike reveals that he’s not letting prison slow down his career momentum. “It’s all about mindset,” Mike says of his time behind bars. “I’m going to try to better myself by reading more, I’m going write a book.” He also reveals in the clip that a third season of Jersey Shore Family Vacation has already been filmed and will feature footage of his wedding to Lauren. “We’re so excited to have a second chance and we’re doing the most with it,” Sorrentino says at one point. Mike’s release date is currently set for September, but with good behavior, he could be bound for a halfway house in just 3-4 months. Something tells us the reformed Situation will have no trouble keeping his nose clean. View Slideshow: Mike Sorrentino in Prison: Star’s Sad Farewell to Freedom, New Life Behind Bars, Conjugal Visit “Situation” Revealed [UPDATED]
It would be a massive understatement to say that the Duggars are an unusual sort of family. The Duggars have always played by their own rules, which is one of the things that endears them to their viewers — who are typically, and somewhat ironically, big fans of both rules and end fiercely protected independence. It may seem that these two passions cannot easily co-exist, but it all has to do with who's making the rules. Like Jim Bob himself, Duggar fans tend to be evangelicals with a fierce patriarchal streak. They believe in divine authority and the authority of the male head of household, and while they tend to be big fans of both the military and the police, they're usually distrustful of the government. Which is a big reason that the Duggars and others like them choose to homeschool their children — but as we recently learned, it's just one of many. Take a look: 1. The Whole Brood Jim Bob and Michelle raised 19 children, and at least up to this point, all of them have been homeschooled. 2. The Student Body It’s an almost unfathomable task — and it begs the question: who would take on such a demanding job? 3. The School Marm At first, the educational duties fell entirely to Michelle Duggar. 4. Easing the Burden As Michelle’s eldest children reached their pre-teen years, however, they began to assist in homeschooling their younger siblings. 5. Taking Up the Mantel These days, as the eldest Duggar to remain unmarried and living at home, 29-year-old Jana assumes most of the workload. 6. Faithful Assistant Until recently, Jana was assisted in her efforts by longtime friend Laura DeMasie, who went so far as to move in with the Duggars in order to serve as a live-in teacher’s aide. View Slideshow
Source: Splash News / Splash News Over 60 years in the game and Cicely Tyson is still effortlessly slaying magazine covers better than some of your faves. The 94-year old actress graced the cover of TIME’s second annual Optimists issue with director Ava DuVernay serving as guest editor. In the mag, Tyson opened up about everything from her love of acting to why she doesn’t plan to retire anytime soon. “The reason why I have been in this universe as long as I have been is because he’s not ready for me. When I’ve completed my job, he’ll take me away. I know several people who have retired and then six months later, they’re gone. We have to honor this blessed gift that we have. That’s what keeps you going. Keeps your mind fluid—your heart, your whole being. You can’t just stop, because that will be the end of you.” TIME’s new cover: The Optimists issue, guest-edited by @Ava DuVernay https://t.co/2kdYzOtjwL pic.twitter.com/rLWqpW4Z39 — TIME (@TIME) February 7, 2019 Ms. Tyson is the personification of living her best life — and she ain’t going back and forth with y’all. Black Woman Magic at it’s finest.
Back in November, John David married Abbie Burnett in the sort of lavish, massively-attended ceremony that his family has become known for. On the surface, it looked just like all the other Duggar nuptials we've seen over the years. But the journey that led John David and Abbie to the altar was unlike anything Duggar fans had seen before. Many noticed that the couple didn't seem terribly concerned with the infamous Duggar courtship rules that prohibit just about any sort of physical contact prior to marriage. And now, John David and his new bride are confirming some long-standing rumors about their relationship. Take a look: 1. Rebels From the beginning of their relationship, it was rumored that John David and Abbie were none too concerned with his parents’ ridiculous courtship rules. 2. The Big Day John David and Abbie got married in a ceremony that looked just like the many Duggar weddings that came before it. 3. Breaking the Rules Fans were quick to notice, however, that John and Abbie’s courtship looked very different from anything they’d seen previously. 4. Touchy Subject Specifically, John and Abbie seemed to disregard the courtship rule that prohibits couples from engaging in any sort of physical contact before marriage. 5. Allow Us to Explain The Duggars are usually quite secretive about their famously strict code of conduct, particularly when it comes to matters of love and marriage. 6. Clearing the Air John David addressed the matter directly in a preview for the upcoming season of Counting On. View Slideshow
In the months since she married Prince Harry , Meghan Markle’s life has developed into a unique mix of fantasy and nightmare. She may have gone from actress on an obscure basic cable legal drama to international icon, but that transformation has come with a hefty emotional toll. Part of the problem is the British tabloid press, which has been benefited tremendously from publishing scathing headlines at Meghan’s expense. But what’s reportedly much more devastating to Meghan is the role that her awful family has played in spreading damaging secrets and lies in an effort to destroy her public image. Sources close to the Duchess of Sussex say she’s not terribly surprised that her half-sister, Samantha Markle, is attempting to cash in with constant slander, as the failed actress has been deeply envious of Meghan for her entire life. However, Meg is absolutely floored by her father’s decision to take part in Samantha’s relentless bullying campaign. According to new reports from multiple outlets, just prior to her wedding, Meghan penned a heartfelt letter to her father, in which she implored him to stop making disparaging comments to the press. “Dad, I’m so heartbroken. I love you. I have one father. Please stop victimizing me through the media so we can repair our relationship,” reads a portion of the letter, according to the Daily Mail . Earlier this week, five friends of Meghan’s spoke to People magazine and revealed that their objective in doing so was to “stand up against the global bullying” that she’s endured since entering the global spotlight.” They revealed that in response to his daughter’s letter Thomas Markle suggested that the two of them participate in a photoshoot. “She feels like, ‘That’s the opposite of what I’m saying. I’m telling you I don’t want to communicate through the media, and you’re asking me to communicate through the media. Did you hear anything I said?'” said one of Meghan’s friends. “I think she will always feel genuinely devastated by what he has done,” remarked another. The consensus among the anonymous friend group is that Thomas and Samantha are intentionally causing harm to the Duchess’ public image — not to mention her psyche — with no regard for the fact that Meghan is currently pregnant with her first child. “We worry about what this is doing to her and the baby,” said one female associate. “It’s wrong to put anyone under this level of emotional trauma, let alone when they’re pregnant.” In response to Samantha Markle’s claims that Thomas has been unable to contact his daughter, the friends revealed that that’s simply not the case. “He knows how to get in touch with her,” remarked a former costar. “He’s never called; he’s never texted. It’s super painful because Meg was always so dutiful. And at the same time, because she’s a daughter, she has a lot of sympathy for him.” We guess that’s just one more lie for the woman who’s rightly earned the nickname Scammy Sammy. View Slideshow: Meghan Markle: 19 Cruelest Things Her Own Family Has Said About the Duchess
Source: Adidas (Supplied by WENN) / WENN Kylie Jenner Talks About Her Home With Kris Jenner In case you need some interior design inspiration… Architectural Digest met in Kylie Jenner ‘s new home to discuss her recent design admirations with her mom Kris Jenner . You can see photos of her new glam room along with the chair she hijacked from Kim and Kanye edited in the interview. Did you know she hates a house with too many windows? Hit play to hear what else Kylie had to say about her home design preference.
