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Ricki Lake Reveals How She Got ‘Out of Poverty’ After Being ‘Homeless for a Short Time’
Ricki Lake’s breakout role in 1988’s Hairspray didn’t lead to the usual trappings of Hollywood success — like a big Beverly Hills mansion. Instead, the actress and talk show host, now 56, found herself homeless!. By the early 1990s, her career had stalled. “I didn’t get...
Andy Cohen Making ‘Calculated Move’ to Secure Hoda Kotb’s Seat on ‘Today’
Bravo bigwig Andy Cohen is reportedly angling for a new gig — this time on daytime television!. Two insiders exclusively tell Closer Andy, 56, has been strategically cozying up to Today anchor Savannah Guthrie, 52, hoping to secure one of the most coveted seats in morning T.V. — the one Hoda Kotb is leaving behind.
Carson Daly’s Personal Struggles Are ‘Worst-Kept Secret’ at NBC: ‘Management Even Took Action’
Carson Daly admits he hit rock bottom last year in his decades-long battle with anxiety — but now the T.V. host says he’s doing swimmingly because he dunks himself in a tub of frigid water every single day!. The former Total Request Live emcee recalls, “Physically and mentally,...
Kathie Lee Gifford ‘Battling Fears of Being Alone’ After Recent Accident ‘Left Her Feeling Vulnerable’
Usually cheery former Today host Kathie Lee Gifford recently suffered a devastating fall that fractured her pelvis — and a source exclusively reveals to Closer she is secretly struggling to cope after surgery. Kathie Lee, 71, had undergone a full hip replacement in June, which the former television presenter...
Mariska Hargitay Reflects on ‘Pain and Trauma’ From Childhood: She Had to ‘Face Demons’
Mariska Hargitay opened up about her painful childhood trauma, which included being in a car crash that killed her mother, silver screen bombshell Jayne Mansfield. The Law & Order: Special Victims Unit star, 60, first gushed about how great she was feeling about her milestone age during a Thursday, October 24, appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show.
Jenna Bush Hager Reveals the Unexpected Early Christmas Gift Hoda Kotb’s Daughter Got Her
Though it’s still a few months early, Hoda Kotb’s eldest daughter, Haley, left the sweetest Christmas gift for Jenna Bush Hager backstage on Today!. “This morning when I walked into my dressing room and it was still kind of dark out, there was a little Christmas present wrapped for me,” Jenna, 42, began during a Monday, October 21, segment on Today. “Now I thought, ‘Is it Christmas almost?’ Have we hit … Halloween hasn’t happened. Thanksgiving has yet to be.”
‘Shark Tank’ Star Mark Cuban Cherishes Time With His 3 Kids: Meet Alexis, Alyssa and Jake
Mark Cuban is a devoted dad. The businessman and television personality, who is known as one of the main “sharks” on the reality series Shark Tank, is a father of three. In November 2023, Mark announced he would be leaving Shark Tank after Season 16 — and his main reason for doing so is to spend more time with Alexis, Alyssa and Jake.
Jenna Bush Hager Feels Like She Got ‘Dumped’ By Hoda Kotb Amid Host’s ‘Today’ Departure
Jenna Bush Hager is going to miss Hoda Kotb terribly when the longtime broadcaster leaves Today in 2025. The former first daughter admitted she was extremely emotional and distraught when she learned the news that her costar was making an exit from the talk show. "If any of y'all have ever been in a relationship...
Hoda Kotb Says It’s ‘Scary’ and ‘Terrifying’ to Leave ‘Today’ and Start New Career Venture
Hoda Kotb is looking ahead to her next career venture after announcing she is leaving Today. During a Friday, October 25 episode of the talk show, the broadcaster explained why she was inspired to enter the wellness space. “I don’t know if you’ve ever had a yearning, a calling, a...
Jerry Seinfeld Is ‘Terrible Diva’ on Comedy Tour: He’s ‘Very Particular About Cleanliness’
Jerry Seinfeld is back on the road for his comedy act, but he’s driving the staff nuts with his obsessive ways. “Jerry’s very particular about cleanliness, and not just at home,” a source exclusively tells Closer of the 70-year-old comedian. “He’s just as fastidious about hygiene and wellness when he’s doing a stand-up tour — to his fellow travelers’ dismay.”
Mark Wahlberg’s Wife Rhea Durham ‘Misses’ Living in California After Family’s Move to Las Vegas
Mark Wahlberg is making a ton of money in Las Vegas since moving there from Los Angeles two years ago, but wife Rhea Durham is bored and pushing for a change of scenery. “Rhea and Mark have been honest about their reasons for moving to Nevada,” a family friend of 53-year-old actor and his wife, 46, exclusively tells Closer. “They want to keep more of their money, and they want to grow their fortune by helping to make Las Vegas into a real film and TV production hub in the west. And, amazingly, it’s working.”
Tom Selleck Smiles in Corduroy Jacket After Voicing ‘Frustration’ Over ‘Blue Bloods’ Ending
Tom Selleck put a smile on his face when he was photographed while out in New York City amid Blue Bloods’ final season. The actor, who has portrayed New York City Police Commissioner Frank Reagan since 2010, spoke out about how difficult it has been to come to terms with the fact that the series is officially ending.
Don’t Get Sidetracked! Your Complete Horoscope Forecast for the Week of October 27 Through November 2
Closer shares your complete horoscope forecast for the week of October 27 through November 2. Your career is on the fast track. Take control of your day planner, and don’t get sidetracked by well-meaning, but time-wasting people. Sagittarius. November 22 – December 21. If you need to approach...
Keith Urban ‘Wants to Work More’ in L.A. Since His Key to Staying Sober Is Being ‘Busy’
Keith Urban is at a crossroads with his country music career, a source exclusively tells Closer, adding that he’s mulling over a full-time return to Hollywood alongside wife Nicole Kidman. “One of Keith’s keys to staying clean and sober is staying extremely busy,” the source says of the singer,...
Bridget Moynahan Says ‘I Want My Job Back’ After ‘Blue Bloods’ Cancellation: ‘It’s Bittersweet’
Bridget Moynahan admitted that it’s been hard to walk away from Blue Bloods after portraying Erin Reagan for 14 seasons. The New York native appeared on Sherri to dish on what it was like filming the show’s final season and the emotional farewell. “It’s bittersweet. I want my...
GMA’s Sam Champion Is Mentally ‘Shaken Up’ After Skin Cancer Diagnosis: ‘He’s Scared’
Sunny Good Morning America meteorologist Sam Champion is facing more cloudy days as he deals with yet another skin cancer diagnosis. The veteran forecaster, 63, revealed on social media he once again underwent a surgical procedure to remove basal cancer cells, this time from under his left eye. He admitted he was shaken when docs needed two rounds of surgery to remove all the cancer cells they detected.
Sofia Vergara Says She Is ‘Kind of Single’ After Stepping Out With Handsome Doctor Justin Saliman
Sofía Vergara set the record straight on her relationship status after months of speculation. The Modern Family actress was asked about previous comments she made about how New York City was the best place to date and if she still felt that way. “Totally. Actually, I was talking yesterday...
Drew Scott Says Son Parker Is ‘Racing Around’ Home in Rare Parenting Update After Welcoming Baby No. 2
Drew Scott is soaking up every minute of fatherhood while his kids are young. The Property Brothers star opened up about raising son Parker and daughter Piper with his wife, Linda Phan. “Seeing Parker as a big brother to Piper is pretty cool,” Drew, 46, told People on Thursday, October...
Sylvester Stallone’s Daughters Want to ‘Achieve Superstardom’ and ‘Overtake the Competition’
Sylvester Stallone‘s daughters are being spoiled rotten by their famous dad, but they’re still fiercely determined to make it by themselves — with insiders exclusively telling Closer they hope to knock the Kardashian family firmly off their perch. “They’re destined for whatever they want, but their ultimate...
Liam Neeson Reveals He Is Not Open to Dating at 72, Details Life After Natasha Richardson’s Death
Liam Neeson had a rather simple answer when he was recently asked if he was interested in dating at the age of 72. “No, in a word. I’m past all that,” he told People in an interview published on Wednesday, October 23. From 1994 to 2009, the Taken...
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