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Girl Thanks ChatGPT at Graduation — School Administrator Threatens to Pull Her Diploma
An honor roll student who thanked ChatGPT for helping her graduate — and who broadcasted this gratitude on a T-shirt, which went viral on TikTok — quickly found herself staring down the barrel of a school administrator's wrath.Dee (@decayingpeach) posted a video that seemed to take place at her school's graduation ceremony, where she recorded a clip showing off her T-shirt design."Congrats on graduation! What helped with the school year?" the person behind the camera states as Dee begins modeling for camera. Then, after touching her face with a finger, she unzips her red graduation gown.Beneath the gown she reveals...
Why Does Eminem Rap About Christopher Reeve? His Disses at Superman Explained
Rapper Eminem noticeably mentions actor and director Christopher Reeve an above average amount of times in his music ... like, 44 times. While feuds and diss tracks are completely normal in hip-hop, fans started to wonder what beef the duo could possibly have.After all, Christopher was 20 years older than Eminem, thriving during a different era of the entertainment industry. Christopher became paralyzed in the latter part of his life and died in 2004. Yet, Eminem continued to rap about the late Superman star. Why does Eminem rap about Christopher Reeve?There's no bad blood between the two, according to Eminem's...
Inside Lil' Kim Dating's History — and a Look at Those Antonio Brown Rumors
Known for her raw, raunchy lyrics and her daring style choices, Lil' Kim has cemented herself as one of history's best female rappers.She was initially discovered by the Notorious B.I.G., who would help her cultivate her image and later become her lover. When he was killed in 1997, Kim felt she'd lost the only man who'd ever truly love her. As she told Newsweek in 2000, "I still think about him all the time and every day, even though I know I got to find someone else soon. I can't always be alone."Kim would indeed go on to date other...
Halle Berry and Eric Benet's Relationship Timeline — From Power Couple to Distant Exes
You know you're that girl when multiple rappers reference you or make an entire song based on your name and fine-ness. Actor Halle Berry has had both, and there's a reason why. Ms. Berry (if ya nasty) has been a Hollywood bombshell since the '90s and is only getting better with age. Many have watched Halle navigate love while flourishing in her career. Fortunately, with age also comes wisdom in all aspects, especially relationships. While Halle is happily in love with her partner, Van Hunt, today, she's had several romances in the public eye. Out of her three marriages, her...
Mary Frann Was a Fan of Bob Newhart's Before She Landed 'Newhart' — Did They Get Along?
Comedian Bob Newhart and actress Mary Frann starred alongside each other in Newhart, a comedy show following an author-turned-innkeeper and his family as they lived their lives in rural Vermont. Before Newhart aired, Bob was on The Bob Newhart Show, where Suzanne Pleshette shared the screen as his fictional wife. The two had immense on-screen chemistry, so much so that it would be talked about for years to come.Though Mary and Bob may not have had a connection as strong as his and Suzanne's, did they get along? Here's what we know.Mary Frann had big shoes to fill as Bob...
Comedian Bob Newhart's Net Worth Was No Laughing Matter — Being Funny Can Help Your Finances
Comedian Bob Newhart was known as the king of the deadpan delivery. His dry sense of humor paved the way for other straight-faced comics like Steven Wright, Tig Notaro, and Mitch Hedberg. It's not surprising that a trailblazer like him could keep audiences howling for nearly 70 years, while he barely moved a muscle. It's safe to assume he earned money on top of laughs. Let's take a gander at the late, great Bob Newhart's net worth.Bob Newhart's net worth reflected decades of hard work.According to Celebrity Net Worth, Bob Newhart was sitting on a financial egg worth $65 million....
Bob Newhart Lost His Wife to an Illness After 60 Years of Marriage
Comedian Bob Newhart, dubbed the "Dean of the Deadpan Delivery," died on July 18, 2024, due to a series of short illnesses, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. At 94, Bob passed away peacefully in his Los Angeles home, his publicist announced. Bob was beloved for both his stand-up comedy and acting, having starred in both The Bob Newhart Show and Newhart. He also voiced Bernard in the Disney animated franchise The Rescuers.Aside from the love he received from critics and audiences, Bob was also well-loved by his family — most of all, his wife. Bob and Ginnie Newhart were...
Legendary Comedian Bob Newhart Died at Age 94 — What Was His Cause of Death?
Beloved comedian and television actor, best known for his stand-up act and his extremely popular sitcoms, Bob Newhart, died on Thursday, July 18. He was 94 years old. Bob Newhart made public appearances into his 90s, maintaining his sparkly eyes and sharp wit into his later years. His death was announced by his longtime publicist Jerry Digney. Here's what we know about his cause of death.What was Bob Newhart's cause of death?In a statement, Bob's publicist said that Bob died at his home in Los Angeles "after a series of short illnesses," per Rolling Stone.In 1985, Newhart developed a stubborn...
'In No Way Am I Suing Ariana' — Tom Sandoval Is Dropping Lawsuit Against His Ex
If there's one thing that is certain following Season 11 of Vanderpump Rules, it's that many of the fans are very unhappy with the series. From Reddit to highly followed social media accounts, many viewers were disgusted by the attempts to villainize Ariana Madix. There was a clear attempt to create a narrative that no one was buying, and Tom Sandoval's tears were better suited for the banks of the Nile River than for garnering sympathy. This situation — while perhaps morally easy to judge — has become a legal nightmare.After Tom lodged a lawsuit against Ariana on July 16,...
Kate Hudson and Nick Jonas's Romance Was so Private, We Totally Forgot About It!
Some celebrity relationships are impossible to forget, while others fly under the radar. Kate Hudson and Nick Jonas's romance was certainly in the latter catefory.Though they were rumored to have been an item, neither ever confirmed it was true — until now! Here's Kate and Nick's relationship timeline!Kate Hudson and Nick Jonas were first spotted together at Disney World in 2016. Kate and Nick first sparked dating rumors in 2016, when she was 36 and he was 23. At the time, they were spotted at Disney World. A paparazzi photo of the two of them soon circulated, though they never...
Alberto Palmer Admitted to Killing Brittany Clardy, but She Wasn't His Only Victim
Before he killed 18-year-old Brittany Clardy in February 2013, Alberto Palmer had a pattern of abuse. According to the StarTribune, he was "charged with brutally assaulting and raping three women," in Georgia before moving to Minnesota. It was there that he connected with Clardy via her ad on backpage.com. Unfortunately this encounter ended in her death. Where is Alberto Palmer now? Here's what we know.Where is Alberto Palmer now? Palmer is currently serving a life sentence at Minnesota Correctional Facility - Rush City. His time there is complicated because in December 2014, he pleaded guilty to the murder of Brittany...
Here's What "Exploiting" Means in 'Roblox'
The popular online gaming platform Roblox is home to plenty of young gamers, and though it's fairly safe for children to play, there are some less-friendly corners of the platform.For starters, in some games and communities on the platform, some will use exploits to get ahead. But what does exploiting mean in terms of Roblox? Let's break it down.What does exploiting mean in 'Roblox'?When it comes to Roblox, players will often use the term "exploiting" or "exploits" to refer to a series of cheats or glitches to get ahead in a game. As is the case with most video games,...
Kim Kardashian Says Her Son Inherited a "Different Form" of Her Skin Condition
Considering she's a beauty mogul, it makes sense that Kim Kardashian has been open about her own skincare struggles. Namely, Kim has been open about having psoriasis, an autoimmune disease that causes itchy, scaly patches on the skin.In July 2024, Kim opened up further about the issue and mentioned that she had passed on a "different form" of her condition to one of her kids. Here's what to know.Kim Kardashian's son has a skin condition.While appearing on the She MD podcast on July 16, 2024, Kim talked about her psoriasis flare-ups, including how one particularly bad case before the 2022...
The Internet Is Connecting the Dots After Grindr Experiences Outages in the Same Town as RNC Convention
The popular dating app for gay men, Grindr, has been experiencing an influx of usage in a certain midwest town. Or at least, that's what its app crash reports seem to suggest.Multiple users online have been sharing screenshots and reports that Grindr is experiencing some massive outages in Milawukee, Wis., which also happens to be where the Republican National Convention is currently being held.Based on the U.S. map available on Down Detector, Grindr has been experiencing a surge of outages and issues in big cities like New York, Washington D.C., Chicago ... and yes, Milwaukee. And of course, it didn't...
Weird Posts From Julie Gonzalez's MySpace Account Led to Police Investigate Her Disappearance
In March 2010, strange posts began popping up on Julie Gonzalez's MySpace page. The 21-year-old mother of one was going through a difficult divorce but was otherwise doing pretty well. She had gotten a promotion at work and had recently run into an old crush. They began dating and were planning a weekend getaway. Then she disappeared. What happened to Julie Gonzalez? Here's what we know.What happened to Julie Gonzalez? There are still unanswered questions.The night before Gonzalez vanished, she went over to her new boyfriend's house to watch movies. The next morning he went to work and she drove...
A Guide to Donald Trump's 10 Grandchildren
If you were to ask Donald Trump's grandkids, they'd tell you he's just like any other proud grandpa — at least that's what his eldest grandchild Kai said when she appeared on stage at the Republican National Convention in July 2024. "He gives us candy and soda when our parents aren't looking," Kai said of her "normal" grandpa. "He always wants to know how we're doing in school. When I made the high honor roll, he printed it out to show his friends how proud he was of me."But aside from Kai, Trump actually has several other grandchildren too. Who...
Surprise! 'Big Brother 26' Star Ainsley Is Actually This Popular TikTok Creator
Season 26 of Big Brother is finally here, and we hope you're ready for a summer of mind-blowing twists and expecting the unexpected! For the first time in the show's history, the cast holds the power to vote in a 17th houseguest by majority rule.In Part 1 of the Season 26 premiere, the first eight houseguests meet Ainsley, a spirited blue-haired surfer girl who eagerly introduces herself to the group and expresses her desire to compete alongside them. However, a twist unfolds when it's revealed that she is the BBAI. Now, the question remains: Who is her human counterpart? Here's...
Where Is Simone Biles's Birth Mom? The Gymnastics Icon Was Adopted at Age 6
As the most decorated gymnast in history, Simone Biles is truly the GOAT. The Ohio-born icon has been smashing records (she's the only American gymnast to win a world medal on every event) and overcoming major obstacles (she experienced a dangerous psychological phenomenon known as the twisties) — and she's still going strong.Over the years, Simone — who was adopted at age 6 by her maternal grandfather and his wife — has also thanked her family several times for all their love and support in her incredible journey. But what about her birth parents? Whatever happened to them?Where is Simone...
Fandango Founder J. Michael Cline Leaves Behind a Wife and Six Children.
Content Warning: This article contains mention of suicide.On July 18, news broke that Fandango founder J. Michael Cline passed away at the age of 64. The entrepreneur founded the popular movie ticket company in 1999 before stepping away from the company entirely in 2011. He was also a founder and chairman for other big companies, like ACCUMEN Inc., Insureon, Accolade, Inc., and Accretive.Multiple outlets, including TMZ and Page Six, have reported that Cline's death was ruled as suicide. According to TMZ, J. Michael left a note behind that read, “So sorry. I can’t explain the pain of f--king up this...
Starlight's Powers in 'The Boys' Have Been Unreliable in Season 4 — Here's Why
The satirical heroic misadventures of The Boys continue taking fans on a roller coaster of super-powered mayhem. The series follows a group of ill-fated misfits who take on the politically corrupt "Supes" of Vought International, a mega-corporation that markets and monetizes superheroes all while sweeping their violent crimes and misdemeanors under the rug. Season 4 premiered in mid-June 2024 and sees the conflict approaching an intense climax.Billy Butcher (Karl Urban), the terminally ill former leader of the Boys, attempts to return to the team's good graces after constant deceit. Meanwhile, Homelander (Anthony Starr) consolidates his power as a super-powered alt-right...
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