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12:20 PM ET, May 3, 2022

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Chioma Nnadi / Vogue:
Kim Kardashian Takes Marilyn Monroe's “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” Dress Out for a Spin  —  No one loves a Met Gala surprise more than Kim Kardashian—so it's no wonder rumors of her dramatic transformation into Marilyn Monroe were swirling 48 hours before the ball.
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Christian Allaire / Vogue:
Sarah Jessica Parker's Met Gala Look Pays Homage to an Unsung Black Designer  —  As a Met Gala veteran, Sarah Jessica Parker knows how to nail a theme.  Over the years, the stylish actor has always thoughtfully considered the dress code; she told Vogue just last month that she spends …
Discussion: Variety, Dlisted and Elle
Jenni McKnight / HELLO!:
Brooklyn Beckham and new bride Nicola Peltz twin in pink at 2022 Met Gala … Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz pulled out all the stops for their first official red carpet appearance at the 2022 Met Gala since their lavish wedding.  —  The newlyweds put on an amorous display on Monday …
Daniel Falconer / FemaleFirst:
Social Buzz: Kim K wears iconic Marilyn Monroe dress; Blac Chyna to appeal defamation case loss  —  We also look at Mo Gilligan's replacement on The Masked Dancer UK, Princess Charlotte's sweet Royal photos and, Mike Tyson's second close encounter with a fan!
Discussion: TMZ.com and YouTube
E! Online:
Kardashians Win Blac Chyna Defamation Lawsuit  —  After hearing testimony from the Kardashian-Jenners, the jury came to a verdict in court.  Details on the outcome of Blac Chyna's $140 million defamation case against the family below.  —  Just over a week after Blac Chyna's defamation case …
Elyse Dupre / E! Online:
Met Gala 2022: Everything to Know About Fashion's Biggest Night
Max Ehrich Flexes / TMZ.com:
‘Toddlers and Tiaras’ Star Kailia Posey Dead at 16  —  “Toddlers and Tiaras” star, Kailia Posey, has died at the age of 16.  —  Her mom shared the tragic news in a FB post ... “I don't have words or any thoughts.  A beautiful baby girl is gone.  Please give us privacy as we mourn the loss of Kailia.
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Francesca Bacardi / Page Six:
‘Toddlers & Tiaras’ star Kailia Posey dead at 16  —  “Toddlers & Tiaras” star Kailia Posey has died.  She was 16.  —  Posey's mom, Marcy Posey Gatterman, announced the news on Facebook Monday.  —  “I don't have words or any thoughts.  A beautiful baby girl is gone,” she wrote.
Discussion: Just Jared
Richard Sandomir / New York Times:
David Birney, Who Starred in TV's ‘Bridget Loves Bernie,’ Dies at 83  —  The sitcom, about an interfaith marriage, drew criticism from Jewish groups and was canceled after one season.  He fared better onstage than in television.  — Give this article- - - Read in app
FemaleFirst:
Amber Head struck Johnny Depp with a ‘closed fist’ during an altercation  —  Amber Head once reportedly struck Johnny Depp with a ‘closed fist’ during an altercation according to the Hollywood star's bodyguard. … Amber Heard struck Johnny Depp across the face with a “closed fist”.
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Politico:
Supreme Court has voted to overturn abortion rights, draft opinion shows  —  The Supreme Court has voted to strike down the landmark Roe v. Wade decision, according to an initial draft majority opinion written by Justice Samuel Alito circulated inside the court and obtained by POLITICO.
Sarah Spellings / Vogue:
Hillary Clinton Returns to the Met Gala After 21 Years  —  In May 2001, Hillary Clinton had recently started her duties as the Senator for New York, and thus did what New York politicians are wont to do: attend the Met Gala.  The exhibit on display celebrated fellow first lady Jacqueline Kennedy's closet …
Jennie Buzaglo / Daily Star:
Lady Gaga set pulses racing as she shows off her toned figure in blue thong bikini  —  Grammy award-winning singer Lady Gaga set pulses racing in a recent racy Instagram display as she gave fans a glimpse of her toned behind wearing a baby blue bikini  —  Lady Gaga has set pulses racing …
Discussion: Cosmopolitan
Iris Goldsztajn / Marie Claire:
Prince William and Kate Middleton Reportedly Want to Move to Adelaide Cottage in Windsor … For months, we've been hearing whispers that the Cambridge family is seriously considering moving to Windsor, Berkshire, to be close to the Queen—who has taken up permanent residence at Windsor Castle.
TMZ.com:
D.L. Hughley Says Pete Davidson Antagonized Kanye with Kim and Kids Tattoo  —  D.L. HUGHLEY PETE'S ANTAGONIZING KANYE With Kim & Kids Tattoo … D.L. Hughley thinks Pete Davidson is out of line for getting the initials of Kim and Kanye's 4 kids inked on his neck.
Discussion: Page Six and FemaleFirst
Celebs:
Bill Murray addresses alleged misconduct on the set of ‘Being Mortal’  —  Bill Murray addresses alleged misconduct on ‘Being Mortal’  —  Bill Murray says he and a female colleague from the upcoming film “Being Mortal” are “trying to make peace” after Fox Searchlight shut down production …
Discussion: FemaleFirst and Celebrity Insider
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TMZ.com:
Jared Padalecki's Car Crash, Vehicle Goes Over Barrier, Smashes Into Pole
Discussion: Page Six and Oh No They Didn't!
Akshay Patel / Daily Star:
McFly's Harry Judd and wife Izzy explain unexpected meaning behind son's unique name
Discussion: FemaleFirst and OK! Magazine
Kelly Smith / Daily Star:
Helen Skelton's ex Richie Myler is dating his team Leeds Rhinos president's daughter
Discussion: FemaleFirst and Mirror.co.uk
Brendan McFadden / Daily Star:
Kerry Katona urges her fans to help her achieve major Instagram milestone
Dan Laurie / Daily Star:
Downton Abbey star Lesley Nicol's husband David Heald dies leaving star heartbroken
Discussion: FemaleFirst and The Sun
Christine Rendon / Daily Mail:
EXCLUSIVE: Beyonce and Jay-Z keep it casual in sweats as they jet into Miami after trip to private island off the coast of Florida
Discussion: Elle and Cosmopolitan
Paul Vitello / New York Times:
Ron Galella, Celebrity-Hounding Photographer, Dies at 91
Discussion: Variety, The Wrap and Deadline
Kelsie Gibson / People.com:
Kaia Gerber and Austin Butler's Relationship Timeline
Discussion: Glamour
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TMZ.com:
NeNe Leakes Claims She Was Blacklisted By ‘RHOA’ Executives
Discussion: Daily Mail
L. F. / Perez Hilton:
Officially Family?! Jennifer Lopez's Daughter Spotted Hanging Out With Ben Affleck's Ex-Wife Jennifer Garner!
Discussion: Celebrity Insider
 

 
From Mediagazer:

Josh Ye / Reuters:
Tencent reports Q1 revenue up 6% YoY to ~$22.1B and online ad revenue up 26% YoY to ~$3.66B driven by upgraded ad infrastructure and WeChat Video Accounts

Todd Spangler / Variety:
Comcast CEO Brian Roberts says Comcast will launch StreamSaver, a bundle with Peacock, Netflix, and Apple TV+, later this month at a “vastly discounted price”

Todd Spangler / Variety:
Roku gets exclusive multiyear rights for MLB's Sunday Leadoff live games, starting May 19, a package previously held by NBCUniversal's Peacock

 
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