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Rob Lowe Recalls Getting Knocked Out by Tom Cruise
Apparently, Tom Cruise needs to partake in some celebrity boxing matches! Rob Lowe is telling outlets about the time Cruise knocks him out cold. Recently, Lowe appears on an episode of the Rich Eisen Show to tell some stories about the good ol' days. One of these experiences sees Rob at 17 years old, hungry for acting roles. Fortunately, Francis Ford Coppola casts him in hie 1983 film, The Outsiders as Sodapop Curtis. Alongside him, Tom Cruise, Emilio Estevez, Matt Dillon, Patrick Swayze, and Diane Lane star in the movie.
340-Pound Woman Charged With Homicide After Sitting On 10-Year-Old
Dakota Levi Stevens, a 10-year-old boy, died by what's believed to be a reckless homicide. Jennifer Wilson, Stevens' foster mother, was arrested for the crime in Berrien County, Michigan. Per the Indianapolis Star, Wilson faces up to six years in prison. Stevens was rushed to the hospital back in April after arguing with Wilson. The Department of Child Services had placed Stevens with Wilson only a month prior.
Armie Hammer's Cancel Culture Experience "Liberating"
Everyone reacts to the idea of 'cancel culture' differently. Most times, celebrities tend to flail around and have a temper tantrum about it. Moreover, it's incredibly rare when someone gracefully digests public scrutiny. They take it in stride and learn to be better or be quiet just enough where they don't draw undue attention to themselves. Armie Hammer seems to be splitting the difference somewhere in the middle.
New Details Released About Donald Trump Shooter’s Parents on Day of Assassination Attempt
The parents of Donald Trump shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks are speaking out with new details about the assassination attempt. Crooks' parents were worried about him on the day of the shooting. Crooks' father was worried that his son went missing and even phoned local law enforcement to help find him....
Hawk Tuah Girl Is "Paranoid" About Getting Kidnapped
Full Disclosure: I'm so happy to have confirmation that it's "Haliey" Welch and not "Hailey." Does the actual spelling make me mad? Yes. But for the longest time — and because Welch keeps a low profile — nobody knew if it was "Hailey" or "Haliey." Makes the case for "Hawk Tuah Girl" less complicated, somehow.
Can Travis Kelce Balance Football & Taylor Swift? His Coach Thinks So
It's a tall task to balance all of the distractions when you're as famous and busy as Travis Kelce. His job on the football field takes precedent. He thrives and gives his all to the game and his teammates on the Kansas City Chiefs. However, Travis also has to juggle...
Another Texas Megachurch Pastor Is Stepping Down, Cites Moral Failings
There's been a peculiar series of megachurch controversies occurring over the last few months. First, Tony Evans. Then, Robert Morris. Now, it's Tony Cammarota, who's stepping down as pastor of Texas' Stonebriar Community Church. Per NBC, the church terminated Cammarota after he "confessed to church leadership of a moral failure. He is deeply remorseful but his sin disqualifies him from serving on our staff as a pastor." The full letter detailing Cammarota's exit reads as follows.
Donald Trump RNC Speech: How to Watch, What Time Everything Starts
The Republican National Convention is underway in Milwaukee this week, and there have already been speeches from several high-profile speakers, including former presidential candidates Nikki Haley and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. But people are eagerly awaiting Thursday night's keynote remarks from former president Donald Trump, the presumptive GOP nominee. He...
Billy Ray Cyrus Wins Restraining Order Against Estranged Wife Firerose
Billy Ray Cyrus finally wins big in the tumultuous court hearings with his estranged wife Firerose. Now, his soon-to-be ex can not use or tamper with his credit card accounts. In June, Billy Ray scrambles to his local courts to file an emergency restraining order against Firerose. In doing so, he gains full control over his bank and credit card accounts again. Moreover, Cyrus accuses her of charging almost $97k on his accounts between May 23 and June 7. Naturally, this begins the dissension between Billy Ray and Firerose.
‘Top Chef Masters’ Star Dies In Freak Tubing Accident
Naomi Pomeroy, star of Top Chef Masters, has died in a horrible accident. She was tubing with her husband, Kyle Webster, and one other person on the Willamette River in Oregon. Reportedly, the group was caught on an "exposed snag in the water." Pomeroy was pulled under the water, trapped by a paddle board leash that was attached to her. She drowned shortly thereafter.
Cody Johnson Does National Anthem Justice After Ingrid Andress Disaster
People were starting to forget what a good rendition of the U.S. national anthem sounds like. Ingrid Andress fires such a dud to the crowd, Americans couldn't get their hands off their faces in embarrassment. However, country star Cody Johnson comes in at the right time to remind everyone how great it could be.
Country Singer Calls Out Jack Black And Tenacious D After Tour Canceled Over Backlash
Let's start from the top. Former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt at one of his recent rallies. A few days later, Tenacious D (Jack Black and Kyle Gass) performed in Sydney, Australia, another stop on what was their ongoing tour. Gass, celebrating his 64th birthday, was surprised with a cake and a song. While making a birthday wish, Gass said, "Don't miss Trump next time."
U.S. Uncovers Potential Iranian Plot To Assassinate Donald Trump Weeks Before Rally Shooting
The shooting at Donald Trump's rally last weekend rocked the nation. However, the U.S. uncovered a potential plot to assassinate Trump weeks before. Officials believe that Iran was going to attempt to assassinate the former president as revenge. However, according to officials, the shooting at the rally is unrelated to...
Armed Man In Ski Mask Arrested Near Republican National Convention Perimeter
Police arrested an armed man near the Republican National Convention earlier this week. The incident happened on Monday. He was wearing a ski mask and also had an AK-47 pistol. He was just a few blocks from the Fiserv Forum. That's where the Republican National Convention is being held in Milwaukee.
New Video Shows Just How Close Donald Trump Was to Being Shot and Killed
Former President Donald Trump came very close to dying during his Pennsylvania rally. Now, a new video is showing just how close he came. In the middle of his speech, a bullet whizzed by Trump's head. It grazed his ear. The politician then hit the ground as Secret Service converged on top of him. Now, an AI visualization analyzed Trump's head movements and showed how a split second movement saved his life.
For Jelly Roll And Bunnie XO, Their Epic Love Story Began At First Sight
Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO are a modern-day country music power couple. They're partners in everything they do, and their love story has endeared themselves to millions. But even from the beginning, sparks flew. During an episode of her Dumb Blonde podcast on July 9, Bunnie XO revealed how the...
Best Clint Eastwood Songs That The Actor Wrote
To legendary actor and director Clint Eastwood's chock-full resume, add another skill - songwriting. Music has been an intense, practically lifelong interest of his that has surfaced often in his films. Eastwood "taught himself piano by listening to Fats Waller records, and would regularly sneak into Oakland jazz clubs as...
Shannen Doherty's Final Wishes Revealed
Shannen Doherty tragically lost her long-term battle with cancer recently. Months before her passing, Doherty spoke about her final wishes should her condition worsen. On her Let's Be Clear podcast, she was specific when discussing how she wanted her remains to be handled. She said she wanted her ashes to be mixed in with her dog and her father's.
Ingrid Andress Breaks Silence After National Anthem Backlash
Poor Ingrid Andress. We're always so quick to kick people while they're down in the name of virality. For those somehow not in the know, Andress sang the National Anthem before the MLB Home Run Derby. It was... terrible. Existentially so. One of the worst renditions of the anthem ever, if you believe the court of public opinion.
Trevor Lawrence Loves Country, Name Drops George Strait & Chris Stapleton
More and more, people are slowly starting to embrace country music again. I reckon we're coming close to a new creative peak in the genre. Now, we're seeing the genre seep into football with Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Recently, the Clemson champion finds himself in a celebrity golf tournament,...
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