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Cheyenne Roundtree / Daily Mail:
Meghan Markle feels she can now do what she pleases without asking for permission after her decision to quit as a senior royal, a close friend exclusively told DailyMail.com. — ‘Meghan felt she had to escape because living within the royal confines was soul crushing,’ the friend said.
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Perez Hilton
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People.com:
Prince Harry and Prince William Were Set to Work ‘Side-by-Side’: Harry ‘Was the Secret Weapon’ — Prince Harry has been compared to his older brother his entire life — and it's “not terribly good for your self-confidence,” says a source — While Prince William is the future king …
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Cele|bitchy
Stephanie Petit / People.com:
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Knew They Would ‘Hit Nuclear Button’ on Exit When Archie Was Born
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Knew They Would ‘Hit Nuclear Button’ on Exit When Archie Was Born
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Daily Mail, Dlisted and Cele|bitchy
Lee Brown / Page Six:
Prince Harry makes first — and possibly last — public appearance since Megxit
Prince Harry makes first — and possibly last — public appearance since Megxit
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The Sun, London Evening Standard and HELLO!
Gary Levin / USA Today:
HBO won't pursue second season of ‘Watchmen’ after creator bows out — PASADENA, Calif. - “Watchmen” won a loyal following and critical acclaim, as the superhero comics series was adapted into a politically relevant drama about race and the criminal justice system.
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Oh No They Didn't!
Hollywood Reporter:
Taika Waititi Courted for Star Wars Movie (Exclusive) — Will the Force be strong with this one? — After Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the space fantasy franchise is going on a pause, in terms of theatrical movies. But that does not mean the process has ground to a halt.
Alexia Fernandez / People.com:
Nicolas Cage Says Marriage Story ‘Should Be Required Viewing’ After ‘Having Been Through’ Divorce — Nicolas Cage is opening up about marriage and divorce — Nicolas Cage is a fan of the Oscar-nominated movies this year, but he's got his eye on a particular film.
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Cele|bitchy
Randy Lewis / Los Angeles Times:
Grammys chief Deborah Dugan, accused of misconduct, exits post just 10 days before awards show — Just 10 days before the 62nd Grammy Awards, Recording Academy President and Chief Executive Deborah Dugan has exited her position, the organization confirmed Thursday.
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Robyn Merrett / People.com:
Karlie Kloss Opens Up About Her Political Views After Viral Kushner Comment on Project Runway — “I voted as a democrat in 2016 and I plan to do the same in 2020,” Karlie Kloss — Karlie Kloss is making exactly what her political views are crystal clear after a Project Runway contestant awkwardly …
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Cele|bitchy
Rebecca English / Daily Mail:
By REBECCA ENGLISH FOR THE DAILY MAIL — The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's staff at Frogmore Cottage are being ‘let go’, in the surest sign yet the couple will settle in Canada, sources revealed yesterday. — At least two permanent employees - a house manager and a cleaner …
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Cele|bitchy
Kristian / Dlisted:
Womp-Womp: Gigi Hadid Got Dismissed As A Juror In The Harvey Weinstein Trial — Is there no justice left in this world? Do I have to live in a world where a reality-star can become President but a supermodel can't be on the jury for an alleged movie mogul rapist?
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Page Six
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Nellie Andreeva / Deadline:
Facebook Cancels ‘Sorry For Your Loss’ & ‘Limetown’ As It Scales Back Scripted Efforts Amid Unscripted Push — EXCLUSIVE: Facebook Watch has opted not to renew its original series Sorry For Your Loss, starring Elizaeth Olsen, for a third season and Limetown, headlined by Jessica Biel, for a second.
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The Wrap
Gene Maddaus / Variety:
Ariana Grande Hit With Copyright Suit Over ‘7 Rings’ — Ariana Grande was sued on Thursday by a hip-hop artist who claims she ripped off the chorus of his song for her hit “7 Rings.” — Josh Stone, who performs as DOT, wrote and recorded “You Need I Got It” in 2017.
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TMZ.com and Oh No They Didn't!
Sophie Heawood / Marie Claire:
All Eyes on Elle Fanning — At 21, she's already a seasoned Hollywood pro. This month, she adds YA romance — All the Bright Places — on Netflix to her impressive oeuvre, with even greater things to come. — I meet Elle Fanning in a London hotel restaurant, where she jumps up to hug me the minute I arrive.
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POPSUGAR
TMZ.com:
Cardi B Masks Face With Bling At Offset's Fashion Show in Paris — Cardi B just showed up to support her hubby for Paris Fashion Week and she's sure to be the talk of the night ... looking sexy in a diamond-studded fit. — Cardi's got her face covered by a blinged-out mask and her boobs …
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