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PewDiePie Apologizes for Offensive Demi Lovato Meme

PewDiePie has issued a mea culpa for being a misguided, insensitive, offensive moron. Three days after Demi Lovato was hospitalized for a drug overdose, the YouTube star thought it would be funny to make fun of the singer and her situation. How could it not be, right? This is a young woman who has batted self-esteem issues and mental health issues for years… who had admitted to having suicidal thoughts at the age of seven… and who nearly died after a night of hard and dangerous partying this week. Talk about prime material for a joke, right?!? Yes, according to PewDiePie. Shortly after news broke about Lovato’s overdose, PewDiePie (what kind of name is PewDiePie?!?) shared a meme online that depicted the trouble artist asking her mother for money in order to buy a burger. After receiving the money, however, Lovato turns around and buys heroin instead. Here is the since-deleted image: A couple of quick thoughts come to mind: FIRST, this simply isn’t funny. Like, at all. If you’re going to go out on an offensive limb to crack a joke, you better make sure it’s a funny joke. This is just dumb and non-sensical. (Why would Lovato need to borrow cash from her mother? The whole thing makes no sense.) SECOND, what the heck is wrong with you, PewDiePie?!? We weren’t the only ones asking this question, as the YouTuber was forced to take down his stupid meme and then issue a statement in the wake of severe backlash. “Deleted meme,” he wrote to start his apology, which concluded as follows: “I didnt mean anything with it and I didnt fully know about the situation. I realize now it was insensitive, sorry!” Please, dude. You knew that Lovato overdosed on heroin (it has since been reported that the substance actually was NOT heroin) and you went ahead and posted that meme. What misinterpretation about the situation are you claiming here? Lovato, tragically, was found unconscious by her assistant around 11 a.m. on Tuesday morning. This assistant then dialed 911 (listen to the call HERE ) and paramedics revived the star prior to taking her to the hospital. It is believed that Demi will soon head to a treatment facility somewhere far away from Los Angeles, but this has not yet been confirmed by the singer or anyone close to her. It is simply what various anonymous insiders have reported. In the meantime, practically everyone in Hollywood has sent his or her best wishes, as an entire industry worries about a young woman who has been so open over the years about her substance abuse issues. We are all just praying she gets better. And hoping she knows how many folks out there love her. View Slideshow: Demi Lovato: Stars Shower Her With Love After Overdose

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Maci Bookout: I’m SO HAPPY Ryan Edwards is in Jail!

Ryan Edwards was arrested on Monday evening, and as far as we know, he’s still in jail. And thank goodness for that, right? After all, if he’s in jail, he can’t get arrested again , and we’d hope that heroin is a little more difficult to come by in jail than it is outside jail. Because as if it wasn’t clear enough already, Ryan seems to have a very, very big issue with heroin . This whole mess started last year, when he was arrested for possession of heroin and sentenced to a year of probation. Then, back in March, just before the probation was over, he was arrested again after failing a drug test . Surprise, surprise, he had heroin in his system. After that six more months was added to his probation, and on Monday, of course, he was arrested yet again . Some media outlets are reporting that he got another charge of possession and some are reporting that he violated his probation for missing a court date. But either way, it’s not great. A Nashville attorney has explained that if he has been charged with possession again, then he could be facing nearly three years in prison . Even if that’s not what happened, he’s facing at least a year and a half from his last two arrests. Considering that this time around, Ryan is being held without bond, it wouldn’t be too big a surprise if he did spend a bit of that time in jail. And according to a new report from Hollywood Life, Maci Bookout would be thrilled by that! “Maci’s heartbroken to see what drugs have done to Ryan,” a source explains. “She lives in fear that he’s going to overdose and die so getting the news that he was in jail was actually a huge relief because at least he’s still alive and still has a chance to beat this illness.” The source adds that “Now that he’s back in jail there is hope that he might finally get the longterm help he needs, that’s what Maci is praying for.” Just so we’re clear, she’s not wanting him to stay in jail out of spite or anything like that. “While jail seems bad on the outside, Maci is praying that it will save Ryan’s life and help get him sober,” the insider continues. Demi Lovato’s overdose apparently really shook her up, and “she’s terrified Ryan will overdose too if he doesn’t get sober once and for all.” And believe it or not, another source claims that Ryan has those same fears. According to this person, “Ryan can’t help feeling like he’ll never be able to get himself back on track.” “The past couple of years have been nothing but non-stop drama , and Ryan is just burned out and exhausted.” As sad as it sounds, “He truly regrets the day he first took heroin” because “it’s really wrecked his life and everything has been downhill ever since.” “Ryan just hopes and prays that when he gets out of jail he can stay clean, and work hard to regain the trust of all those he loves and has hurt over the years because of his addiction.” If any of this is true, and we really hope it is, then maybe things will be different this time around. And with Ryan expecting his first child with Mackenzie Standifer in just a couple months, they really, really need to be. View Slideshow: Ryan Edwards: Arrested AGAIN! Held Without Bail! But on a more tragic, more realistic note, he’s proven time and again that he has a serious problem, and it may take more than a little bit of time in jail to fix that. Here’s hoping he’s able to pull through anyway!

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Kanye West: I Want to Kill Myself Sometimes!

Kanye West has never been one to hold back. Holding back actually goes against everything he stands for. He’s always been ready and willing to discuss so many of his thoughts and feelings, even if those thoughts and feelings are controversial, upsetting, or just plain wrong. Remember when he said that slavery was “a choice” ? Those aren’t the words of a man who watches what he says. But in a series of tweets he made yesterday, he’s opening up a lot, even for him. Just be warned, the subject matter is actually pretty dark. He kicked things off by giving some general tips — he told his followers to “love everyone,” “stop trying start doing,” and to “break the status quo.” He also advised to “Trust your feelings don’t calculate your perception.” Then, a couple of hours after that, he started to tell a story. “I saw the Alexander McQueen documentary and I connected with his journey,” he wrote. “I know how it feels to want to take your life back into your own hands even if it means taking your own life.” So sad, right? But if you’re familiar with Alexander McQueen, it shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise that Kanye identifies with him. McQueen, of course, was a fashion designer. He had his own label, but also worked as the chief designer for Givenchy for several years. His designs were unique, as were his shows, so much that eccentric celebrities like David Bowie and Lady Gaga used his work in their music videos and tours. But, as Kanye mentioned in his tweet, he ended up committing suicide in 2010 . Friends claimed that he’d been deeply unhappy leading up to his death, and that he’d also been doing lots of drugs. You see now how Kanye could relate? “To make this clear and not weird,” he continued after his McQueen tweets, “I’ve had these kinds of thoughts and I’m going to tell you things I’ve done to stay in a content place.” He followed up with “How to NOT kill yourself pt 1,” which is “Avoid being around people who make you want to kill yourself.” We’re not sure if that’s all there is to it for him or if he just got distracted, but he hasn’t elaborated any further on the topic. He didn’t reveal when he dealt with suicidal thoughts, but it’s easy to imagine that could have been part of the issues he faced in 2016 that led to his hospitalization. We’ve heard a lot about that time in Kanye’s life, but the general consensus is that he suffered a complete mental breakdown . Several factors could have contributed to the breakdown, like Kim Kardashian being robbed at gunpoint in Paris just a month before. At the time, sources claimed that he was used to Kim being the strong, supportive one, so when she needed him to be strong for her, it was too much for him. The anniversary of his mother’s death was also right around this time, so that had to have been an added bit of sadness. Kanye was on tour then, and he left a couple of concerts early and sometimes spent more time ranting about Jay Z than rapping, and he ended up canceling the tour altogether . Immediately after that, he assaulted an employee at a gym, an ambulance was called for a “psychiatric emergency,” and that was that. It’s been nearly two years since then, and though he’s definitely had his ups and downs, he’s never been that down since. View Slideshow: 13 Celebrities Who Suffered Mental Breakdowns Hopefully his tips for avoiding those kinds of dark thoughts have been working, and hopefully he’ll share more of them soon — perhaps even a book! After all, with tips like “avoid being around people who make you want to kill yourself,” who knows what other gems he has in that head of his!

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Josiah Duggar Reveals What Marriage is Really Like

The truth has finally come out. In an exclusive interview with Josiah Duggar, the 21-year comes clean about what it’s like to live life as a married man. He and new wife Lauren Swanson surprised fans late last month by getting married in Arkanas , not long after we were led to believe that the ceremony would be delayed until December. So, is this union everything Josiah thought and hoped it would be? Yes, he tells the aforementioned tabloid. Interviewed together for one of the first times as husband and wife by Us Weekly, Lauren and Josiah say they are “loving every minute” of wedded bliss, adding simply: “Time has flown by.” That must mean they’re having fun, based on a certain classic saying. Duggar and Swanson exchanged vows at at John Brown University Cathedral of the Ozarks in Siloam Springs. Unlike other members of Josiah’s famous family, he didn’t reveal the wedding date ahead of time, leaving followers guessing and wondering just when the twosome would make their romance official. That is, when they would kiss for the first time, per Duggar family dating rules. “What a joy it is to be husband and wife!” Josiah and Lauren told People Magzine at the time, adding to this publication: “We are so thankful the Lord has brought us to this place and we can’t wait to begin our journey as husband and wife!” The wedding was actually officiated by Lauren’s father, Dwain Swanson, while Lauren was accompanied by eight bridesmaids. It was a beautiful scene, said everyone in attendance on this special day. For weeks prior to their wedding, rumors circulated that Swanson might be pregnant . This would a bit scandalous under any circumstance, to be expecting prior to tying the knot…, but for the Duggars?!?  Engaging in premarital sex is basically the biggest sin one can commit. As of this writing, however, neither Lauren nor Josiah has confirmed (or denied) this pressing piece of chatter. Lauren and Josiah started courting in January and got engaged in March, at the exact spot where her parents were engaged, interestingly enough. Since their nuptials, the famous pair have turned its attention to making plans for the future. One has to imagine that an impending baby will be announced some time very soon, perhaps as soon as you read this. “It’s been especially fun to simply work on setting up our house together and just settle into life,” the couple told Us, concluding: “We’re enjoying dreaming and thinking of the future together.” The new season of Counting On premieres on TLC Monday, July 30th at 9/8c. Will you be tuning in? We sure will be! View Slideshow: Josiah Duggar and Lauren Swanson Wedding Pics: See Their First Kiss… EVER!

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Jinger Duggar Shares New Baby Pic, Inspiration Behind Daughter’s Name

Jinger Duggar and Jeremy Vuolo are brand new parents. Just a week ago, the Counting On star welcomed her very first child into the world, a daughter named Felicity. In the days since, Vuolo has made one thing very clear… … having a small baby at home is tiring! The new father shared a couple memes on Monday that joked (but not really) about how coffee is now his best friend and how he’ll never see sleep ever again. Those made us laugh, but not Jinger is here to make us squeal in delight, First, the reality star shared a fresh photo of her child, which we’ve gone ahead and also shared ourself above. She’s so very precious! Second, she opened up at length to Us Weekly about various aspects of (very early) motherhood. Before we get to that, however, a few relevant facts: – Jinger and Jeremy got married in 2016. – At 4:37 a.m. on July 19, the couple became parents to Felicity Nicole Vuolo. – She was born in San Antonio, Texas. – She weighed 8 lbs, 3 ounces at the time and measured 19.5 inches in length. What have these first few days been like as a mother? “It’s been so incredible,” Jinger explains to Us Weekly . “We can’t stop staring at her adorable little face!” Sister Jessa Seewald and mother Michelle Duggar are currently in Texas to lend a hand to the parents, something for whih Jinger is grateful. “I have been so thankful to have so much great help around me, giving me time to rest and recover,” she says. And what about that baby name?  Was Felicity named after the former Keri Russell drama on The WB? No. It “just felt right,” Jinger says, adding that she and Jeremy “loved the name Felicity from the moment we thought of it several months ago. “The name itself means intense happiness or supreme joy. It was also the name of a young Christian girl long ago who valiantly stood strong for her faith.” Wow, who knew?!? We love it. Jinger also thinks that her child resembles her husband and has confirmed that the little girl’s nursey has a southwest theme. Said Jeremy upon meeting Felicity last week: “Both mom and baby are healthy, doing great, and resting well. We are very thankful for her safe arrival and look forward to life as parents!” And, in this case, “God is gracious to entrust us with such a wonderful gift,” gushes Jinger. View Slideshow: Jinger Duggar: Secrets & Scandals of the Family Rebel!

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Demi Lovato: Stars Shower Her With Love After Overdose

After recent revelations that she had lapsed from her sobriety, Demi Lovato was hospitalized with a reported overdose . Though we are still learning more about the situation, it was initially reported as a heroin overdose. Some reports of what caused the overdose are conflicting, however. When the news first broke, it was unclear if she would even survive the night, and thoughts and prayers from countless millions of fans poured in. Many celebrities, friends and exes and colleagues of Demi's and even just those who are fans or familiar with her struggle with addiction, took to Twitter to shower Demi with love. Take a look: 1. Joe Jonas Joe and Demi famously dated back during their Disney days. They’ve each gone their separate ways, but they still matter to each other. 2. Nick Jonas Nick Jones, like Joe, will always be part of Demi’s story. 3. Ellen DeGeneres Ellen is a friend to celebrities from all walks of life, including Demi and countless others who have struggled with addiction. 4. Camila Cabello Camila Cabello is one of the most beloved singers out there, in part for her ability to make friends with just about everyone. She’s a sweetheart. 5. Lady Gaga Lady Gaga knows what it means to struggle with your health. 6. Ariana Grande Ariana was a Nickelodeon star — well, after Broadway — while Demi rose to fame on Disney, but that’s all in their past. Ariana has a lot of compassion for her fellow singers. View Slideshow

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April the Giraffe is Pregnant Again!!!

About a month ago, zookeepers very tentatively shared some exciting news: they were testing April the Giraffe’s droppings to discovery if she was pregnant. Update, folks: she is pregnant again! We can hardly contain our excitement! In case you get your news from Instagram rather than from, um, anywhere else, April the Giraffe’s official (verified with a blue check and everything) Instagram account shared this on Wednesday: “If you missed our big announcement on the Today Show, here it is!” Today ‘s ratings are better than they’ve been in years after Matt Lauer’s departure, but just in case you missed the news, they wanted to make sure that you’d see it. “Click below to find out April’s big news!” The link that they included elaborated on the big news. Today reports that April the Giraffe is pregnant again . This will be her fifth child. April is 16 years old. The Animal Adventure Park resident captivated America last year as she struggled to give birth to Tajiri, her son. Her birth was livestreamed and seemed like it would take forever, and became a hot topic of conversation around water coolers nationwide. Tajiri (pictured behind a human in the photo above) is happy and healthy and now stands at a whopping 10 feet tall. Jordan Patch, who owns Animal Adventure Park, broke the news on Today . “The results are in,” Patched teased. “And we are having a baby!” By “we,” he of course means April. Savannah Guthrie could not resist asking: “Who’s the daddy?” (I want to roast her over it but, honestly, when I first read the news, my first thought was the same ridiculous question) “What show is this?” Patch asked with a laugh, as if implying that it was a gotcha question or perhaps that he had accidentally wandered onto the set of Maury. “Of course,” Patch said of April’s baby daddy. “It is Oliver the Giraffe, the same father as Tajiri.” Now that people are reassured that April isn’t some floozy, America can look forward to April’s next childbirth. But … don’t hold your breath. Though the average giraffe’s gestation period is about 15 months, Patch mentions that “April likes to go 16, 17, 18 … 19 months.” The pregnancy was only confirmed in recent weeks, so … it could be a while. That said, you can pencil in another anxiety-riddled giraffe livestream birth for some time in the spring of 2019. Probably, anyway. Pregnancy can be even more mysterious for giraffes than it is for humans. Fortunately, the internet is filled with lots of cute animals to tide us over. View Slideshow: #CuteAnimalTweetOff is Everything America Needs Right Now

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Carole Radziwill: Done with The Real Housewives of New York City!

We have another Real Housewives franchise cast shake-up. Just hours after we confirmed that Kenya Moore has left the Atlanta version of this program admist a messy contract negotiation, we can now also announce the following: Carole Radziwill is finished with Bravo as well. The 54-year-old, who not everyone realizes is an award-winning journalist and best-selling author, told People Magazine on Wednesday evening that she’s departing the cable network hit. She joined the program during Season 5. “After six seasons on Bravo’s RHONY, I have decided to return to what I do best –  journalism and producing,” Radziwill said today, adding in more detail: “I am sure this does not come as a surprise to any of the viewers, all of whom have been supportive, encouraging, and kind. “My original curiosity about reality television has waned over the years and I am focusing on TV and writing projects that better suit my more steady temperament. Radziwill came on board as a Real Housewife in 2012, along with Heather Thomson and Aviva Drescher. It may seem hard to believe now to those who follow this franchise closely, but Carole quickly became good friends with SkinnyGirl founder Bethenny Frankel in Season 8. Their friendship has soured significantly, however. Radziwill and Frankel went at it very hard , in fact, on the most recent episode of this reality smash. You can watch The Real Housewives of New York City online via the following video in order to see what transpired: Watch The Real Housewives of New York City Season 10 Episode 15 Online In her statement to People, Radziwill concluded with a combination of sincerity and humor: “I have worked with amazing producers, made great friends, and I’m thrilled to leave frenemies behind. “I will remember this entire experience with delight, humor, and a veracious accuracy. Next.” For those unaware, Radziwill really does have an impressive journalistic resume. She was stationed in Iraq back in 1991 and was embedded with an infantry unit of the 101st Airborne Division in Afghanistan in 2003. In 2006, Radziwill signed with Glamour magazine to write a monthly column titled Lunch Date. Carole also sold her first novel, The Widow’s Guide to Sex & Dating, in a six-figure deal to Holt Publishing. It was released on February 11, 2014. For her work, Radziwill has won three Emmys and a Peabody. In the wakeof her departure, meanwhile, Radziwill left a very simple note on Instagram. It reads as follows: Radziwill’s husband Anthony, died in 1999 after a five-year battle with cancer. She’s currently in an on-again, off-again relationship with chef and filmmaker Adam Kenworthy. Will you miss Carole Radziwill on The Real Housewives of New York? View Slideshow: 14 Shadiest Real Housewives Hook-Ups of All-Time

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Mackenzie Standifer Posts Baby Bump Pic Following Mysterious Social Media Hiatus

Back in May, Mackenzie Standifer disappeared from social media. Her reasons were obvious, of course. Standifer's husband, Ryan Edwards, has been involved in just about every sort of scandal imaginable in the past few months. The downward spiral began when Edwards got arrested  several months ago, and it's continued in shocking fashion ever since. At a certain point, Mackenzie probably got sick of dealing with a new controversy every time she logged in. Fans are happy to see Standifer back on Instagram — but they still have a lot of questions about her absence. 1. Before the Fall There was a time when Mackenzie and Ryan actually appeared to have a happy marriage. That didn’t last long. 2. A Rocky Start Things got off to a bad start when Ryan got so high on his wedding day that he passed out while driving to the church. 3. Turning It Around? Shortly thereafter, Ryan checked into rehab, and it briefly looked as though he was committed to making his marriage work. 4. Worse By the Day Shortly thereafter, it was revealed that Ryan had been using a dating app to help him find suitable cheating partners. 5. Bad Timing All of this came on the heels of news that Standifer is pregnant with Ryan’s baby. It will be the second child for both partners, but their first as a couple. 6. The Long Goodbye Like we said, it’s not hard to see why Mackennzie needed a break from social media — but we’re having a hard time understanding why she returned. View Slideshow

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Derick Dillard: God Wants Me to Go to Law School!

Fans have roasted Derick Dillard for everything from begging for money from fans to his vitriolic attacks on trans teen Jazz Jennings , the latter of which got him fired. Now, Derick is trying to make himself respectable — even in the secular world. Folks, Derick is headed to law school . Do you want this dude as your attorney? Are you one of the cyber sleuths who noticed that Derick has been following a series of new Twitter accounts lately? If not, you’re probably better off. He’s been following Twitter accounts related to the LSAT and the Bar Exam. Which, normally, a person only does if they want to become a lawyer. A Facebook page (we would  not  characterize it as a fan site) called Duggar Family News made the  announcement . “Derick wi ll be attending The School of Law at the University of Arkansas this fall,” the post reveals. Their page has been a pretty reliable source of info on the Duggars. Coupled with Derick’s Twitter activities, it’s pretty convincing. “Derick is giving up missioning,” the page continues. “Whatever he did at Cross Church, and God, to attend a secular law school.” Obviously, the bit about giving up his faith is hyperbolic. “The cost of law school is $16,000 a year,” the page continues. “Which I assume either Jim Bob is paying for …” “Or,” the post hypothesizes. “He’s got some conservative evangelical group paying his way in hopes that if Derick actually becomes a lawyer he will be forced to work for their causes.” The post suggests that those causes might include “overturning all equal rights laws that greatly benefit deserving human beings. ” That does sound kind of harsh but, given Derick Dillard’s track record, it sounds like something that he would be interested in doing. The page openly asks: “Can Derick make it through the rigors of law school?” “The idiot,” the post continues. “Couldn’t learn Spanish after one-on-one tutoring and living in a Spanish speaking country!” Attaining true, convincing fluency takes a lot of work. But a lot of people were disappointed by Derick’s lack of progress. “He can’t follow simple rules when it comes to posting copyright images or running a fundraiser page,” the post observes. To be entirely fair, a lot of celebrities seem confused about that. Perhaps attending law school will make him more mindful. “Derick,” the post continues. “Lives in a bubble of false news and facts which will be put to the test when secular law professors get their hands on him.” Sadly, real life law school professors are rarely as exciting as they are on How To Get Away With Murder . “My bet,” the post writes. “Is that he lasts almost a year and then suddenly gets another calling from God.” “Next year,” the page predicts. “He’ll be working as a clerk at Walmart.” Duggar Family News might be a great page for leaked info, but we don’t know that we share their vision for the future. Law school may be secular, but there are a number of religious angles for a practising attorney. One, of course, is that some larger churches and religious organizations need lawyers. They can help with everything from major lawsuits to making simple arrangements. Another, as the Facebook page suggests, is that Derick might — perhaps of his own volition — work hard to combat any progress made for equal rights for certain groups. Remember, Derick Dillard says to not make cakes for gay couples . He also claims that accepting transgender children for who they are is “child abuse.” There is another possibility. Depending upon how you feel about Derick, this could be worse. For some, attending law school and even becoming a lawyer is just a means to an end — that end being a serious political career. View Slideshow: Derick Dillard Labels Transgender Movement as Form of Child Abuse

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