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TMZ.com:
Influencer Hayes Grier Left Robbery Victim with Brain Damage, Cops Say — Former Vine star and all-around influencer Hayes Grier is facing serious charges out of North Carolina — including claims that he beat the hell out of a guy, and stole his phone. — The social media star …
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Page Six, Just Jared, Deadline and The Sun
Laura Armstrong / The Sun:
FLYNN FLING OVER Mabel splits from actor boyfriend Rome Flynn for the second time — Split with U.S. star Rome — MABEL has split from her actor boyfriend, we can reveal. — The pop sensation began dating US actor Rome Flynn last year. — They called time on their romance six months later …
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Meredith Ganzman / The Sun:
NOT RIDIN' WITH HIM Nelly and Shantel Jackson split after six years together as she admits they're ‘just friends’ — MODEL Shantel Jackson revealed she and rapper Nelly have split. — The couple was together for more than six years, but now are “just friends.”
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People.com:
Alex Rodriguez and Melanie Collins Seen Vacationing Together but Are ‘Just Friends,’ Says Source — Alex Rodriguez was spotted hanging out with NFL reporter Melanie Collins while celebrating his birthday in Europe — Alex Rodriguez is enjoying his time as a single man.
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Rebecca Lewis / HELLO!:
This Is Us stars Mandy Moore and Chrissy Metz pay special tribute to Justin Hartley's wife … This Is Us stars Mandy Moore and Chrissy Metz have wished Justin Hartley's wife Sofia Pernas a “happy birthday”. — The actor paid a special tribute to “beautiful” Sofia on Instagram to celebrate her special day …
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Miranda Sawyer / The Guardian:
Billie Eilish: ‘To always try to look good is such a loss of joy and freedom’ — In an exclusive interview, Gen Z's biggest pop star talks about body image, oversharing with fans and what she's missed most since becoming famous — Billie Eilish is making me nervous.
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Miranda Siwak / Us Weekly:
Christy Carlson Romano Says She Hasn't Spoken to Former TV Brother Shia LaBeouf in ‘2 Decades’ … Drifting apart. Christy Carlson Romano just revealed how long it has been since she last heard from her former costar, Shia LaBeouf. — ‘Even Stevens’ Cast: Where Are They Now?
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TMZ.com:
TikToker Anthony Barajas Dies on Life Support After Fatal Theater Shooting — TIKTOKER ANTHONY BARAJAS DIES ON LIFE SUPPORT AT 19 After Fatal Theater Shooting — BREAKING NEWS — 13.5K … TikToker Anthony Barajas has died a few days after being shot at a movie theater, and having his date killed in front of him as well.
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New York Post, Daily Star and Oh No They Didn't!
Associated Press:
Saginaw Grant, noted Native American character actor, dies — LOS ANGELES (AP) — Saginaw Grant, a prolific Native American character actor and hereditary chief of the Sac & Fox Nation of Oklahoma, has died. He was 85. — Grant died peacefully in his sleep of natural causes on Wednesday …
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TMZ.com:
R. Kelly Says Jury Might Not Like LGBT, Wants McDonald's Evidence Nixed — R. Kelly doesn't want the feds to be given a chance to prove he had sex with a male — because the jury isn't ready for that wrench ... and might take it out on him in a verdict, assuming they're homophobic.
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Daily Mail and RADAR
Corey Irwin / Ultimate Classic Rock:
Watch: ZZ Top Play First Show Since Dusty Hill's Death — ZZ Top played their fist show since the death of Dusty Hill, taking the stage Friday (July 30) for a performance in Tuscaloosa, Ala. — The concert came just two days after the founding bassist passed away in his sleep.
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People.com and The Sun
Jessica Bennett / Page Six:
Britney Spears' fourth topless shot stirs fan concern — Britney Spears has gone topless on Instagram for the fourth time this week, and while fans initially praised the star for her new sense of personal freedom, many are now concerned. — Spears shared a clip of herself staring at the camera …
