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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,...
Travis Kelce Confronts Heckler While Golfing About Taylor Swift
Travis Kelce needs no introduction. He's so much more than "Taylor Swift's boyfriend" — Kelce is a phenom all on his own. A person doesn't win the Super Bowl if they aren't on that next level, right? Well, Kelce decided that he was bored with football. He won one of the sport's biggest accolades, after all! So, why not go the Michael Jordan route? Take up the time-honored, relaxing sport that is golf!
Jelly Roll Lets Hulkamania Run Wild Inviting Hulk Hogan on Stage
Who knew Jelly Roll was a Hulkamaniac? He shocks fans by nabbing Hulk Hogan to appear for the show. Recently, Morgan Wallen informs his fans in Tampa that he needs to cancel his show to a later date due to illness. This briefly leaves fans in shambles because the announcement happens mere hours before the concert. However, Jelly Roll comes to save the day. He announces that he would fill in the void Morgan left behind and says you can find him at the Dallas Bull. Those with tickets get in free. Fans pull up in abundance, flooding the local nightclub they booked for the occasion.
Katy Perry Should've Stuck to American Idol After New Single
Remember when Katy Perry was gleefully judging on American Idol for a while, leaving music making full time on an extended hiatus? We would go years without a release after she drops the disastrous album, 'Witness' to a massive flop. Then, all we had to do is watch her chuckle it up with her partners in crime Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie on American Idol. Now, she releases a new single "Woman's World," and it makes me yearn for those days back.
Maren Morris Refers To Wardrobe Malfunction Attire As 'Church Skirt' Before Her Viral Showcase
If you're here, you likely already know about Maren Morris' viral wardrobe malfunction. In summation: Morris wore what I can only describe as a... denim dress? It looked fancy, for sure! But also, Morris apparently decided to go commando during a viral performance because as she was performing and moving around, fans could occasionally catch a glimpse of her "lowers," so to speak.
Richard Simmons’ Cause Of Death Under Investigation
Richard Simmons unfortunately passed away a day after his 76th birthday. While there are still no suspicions of foul play, an investigation is being launched into the fitness guru's cause of death. Per PEOPLE, the Medical Examiner's Office said Simmons' cause of death has since been deferred. Subsequently, this means an investigation and additional testing are required.
Vanna White Squashes Beef Rumors With Ryan Seacrest
'Wheel of Fortune' clearly yearns for Vanna White and Ryan Seacrest. People watch the show and see that the dynamic between them doesn't quite satiate the dinner time television appetite the way Pat Sajak does with Vanna. However, all the noise causes quite the distraction for the crew. Now, White looks to clear the air.
Secret Service Director Speaks Out, Reveals Key Security Risk At Trump Rally They Were Aware Of
After a wave of controversy, United States Secret Service Director, Kimberly Cheatle, addressed the shooting at Donald Trump's rally. Per Fox News, Cheatle stated that responsibility for the security breakdown leading to the attempted assassination of former President Trump ultimately rests with herself. "The buck stops with me," Cheatle told...
Evan Wright, 'Generation Kill' Author, Dies At 59
Evan Wright, award-winning journalist and the author of Generation Kill, has died. Per Rolling Stone, Wright's cause of death was suicide. Wright was a long-time writer for Rolling Stone, traveling to war zones such as Iraq and Afghanistan to deliver first-hand accounts of the devastation of war. He wrote a series of articles on Iraq, titled "The Killer Elite." The series would earn Wright his 2004 National Magazine Award for Excellence in Reporting.
Baseballs Fans Blast Ingrid Andress For Terrible National Anthem Performance: "My Ears Are Bleeding"
Look, I get it. There's a lot of pressure with singing the national anthem. The last thing you want to do is mess it up and end up a laughingstock. Unfortunately for Ingrid Andress, that's exactly what happened when she attempted the "Star Spangled Banner" during a recent Major League game.
TikTok Star, ‘Bella Brave’ Thomson, Has Died At The Age Of 10
Bella Thomson — better known as "Bella Brave" — has unfortunately passed away. The 10-year-old TikTok sensation had been dealing with many health complications. This includes a form of dwarfism, Hirschsprung's disease, and severe combined immunodeficiency (or SCID). Her mother, Kyla Thomson, confirmed Bella's passing on Monday. Kyla relayed the following message on TikTok in remembrance of Bella.
Who Is JD Vance? Meet Donald Trump's Vice Presidential Candidate
Republican nominee Donald Trump has announced JD Vance, Senator of Ohio, as his running mate for the 2024 election. "After lengthy deliberation and thought, and considering the tremendous talents of many others, I have decided that the person best suited to assume the position of Vice President of the United States is Senator J.D. Vance of the Great State of Ohio," Trump announced on his Truth Social platform.
Major Details About Trump Rally Sniper Released
New information has surfaced in regards to alleged Trump Rally sniper — Thomas Matthew Crooks. Law enforcement spotted Crooks 30 minutes before the deadly shooting and flagged him as suspicious. According to WPXI, Beaver County's ESU team had eight law enforcement members at the rally. This includes snipers and...
Pauly Shore, Who's Tapped To Play Fitness Guru In Biopic, Pays Tribute To The Late Richard Simmons
Richard Simmons unfortunately passed away a few days ago. Pauly Shore is set to play the fitness guru in The Court Jester. Shore released a powerful, heartfelt message, paying homage to Simmons. "I just got word like everyone else that the beautiful Richard Simmons has passed. I hope you're at...
Morgan Wallen Made A Surprise Return To Instagram For A Special Announcement
Morgan Wallen has had an interesting 2024. The country singer's year has been riddled with controversy after controversy. Now, Wallen seems to be riding a wave of good fortune! The superstar reemerged on Instagram, deleting his account in late June. When Wallen disappeared on the platform without warning, fans speculated as to what the action meant. However, it appears as though Wallen has been gearing up for a major announcement.
Matthew McConaughey Is Once Again Teasing A Future In Politics
Matthew McConaughey appeared at the National Governor's Association meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah. (This was prior to the shooting at Donald Trump's rally.) There was a time, actually, when McConaughey turned down running for Governor in Texas. The actor said he felt he could do more for the state outside of politics rather than within it. However, McConaughey seems to have had something of a change of heart regarding his political aspirations.
Ohio Mother Dies Attempting To Stop Carjackers From Driving Off With Her 6-Year-Old Son
Alexa Stakely died after trying to stop two carjackers from stealing her car — also containing her sleeping six-year-old son. Per NBC, Stakely had just finished her shift as a waitress and was picking her son up from the babysitter's. She carried her sleeping son to the car, then went back to retrieve one of the boy's belongings. Stakely left her car running during that time, and when she returned, it began backing out of the driveway.
Cody Johnson Delivers Passionate Speech About Unity Following Trump Rally Shooting
Cody Johnson got emotional on Saturday. The country singer made an impassioned plea for unity following the shooting at the Donald Trump Rally. The shooting, which killed one and injured several including the former president, happened shortly before Johnson's show. He said, "About 30 minutes before I went on stage, there was an attempted assassination on former president Trump."
Miranda Lambert Unloads On Another Concert Goer For Not Paying Attention To Her Songs
It seems like Miranda Lambert and her fans just don't get along these days. The country singer recently unloaded on another concert goer for not paying attention to her songs. Personally, I feel like Lambert's being a bit too touchy. If I'm paying money and not distracting anyone then I definitely wouldn't appreciate getting called out. While I can understand yelling at people fighting, shouting at someone having a conversation seems a bit extreme, doesn't it?
Jason Aldean Dedicates Controversial Song “Try That In A Small Town” To Donald Trump After Rally Shooting
Jason Aldean has dedicated the controversial song "Try That In A Small Town" to Donald Trump following the shooting at his rally in Pennsylvania. The former president was grazed in the incident. Performing on the same day as the shooting, Aldean took the opportunity to express sympathy for Trump. He...
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