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11:15 PM ET, April 21, 2025

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Nicole Winfield / Associated Press:
Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88  —  Pope Francis, history's first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, died Monday.
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Devin Watkins / Vatican News:
Pope Francis has died on Easter Monday aged 88  —  Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta.  —  At 9:45 AM, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, announced the death of Pope Francis from the Casa Santa Marta with these words:
Riley Cardoza / Page Six:
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff, dead at 88 after months-long battle with pneumonia
Tufayel Ahmed / Us Weekly:
Celebs React to Pope Francis' Death: Read Statements From Whoopi Goldberg, King Charles III and More
HELLO!:
Pope Francis dies aged 88 following battle with ill health
Nick Romano / Entertainment Weekly:
The game has changed: On set for The Last of Us' Pedro Pascal shocker (exclusive)  —  Warning: This article contains major spoilers for The Last of Us season 2, episode 2, “Through the Valley.”  —  The inside of Joel's house looks like someone left in a hurry.
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Mike Florio / NBCSports.com:
Shannon Sharpe is sued for sexual assault and battery  —  Hall of Fame tight end Shannon Sharpe made headlines last week in connection with his pursuit of a nine-figure podcast deal.  This week, he's facing an eight-figure lawsuit.  —  Sharpe was sued on Sunday by a woman proceeding under the “Jane Doe” pseudonym.
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TMZ.com:
Kristen Stewart and Fiancée Dylan Meyer Get Married  —  KRISTEN STEWART MY FIANCÉE AND I GOT MARRIED!!! … Kristen Stewart is officially a married woman — because TMZ has learned she and her fiancée tied the knot after going to a courthouse to obtain a marriage license.
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Mara Siegler / Page Six:
Elizabeth Hurley, Billy Ray Cyrus romance started ‘weeks ago’: source  —  Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus' relationship is very new, a source tells Page Six.  —  “They've been friends for a long time and both found themselves single at the same time,” says the insider …
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Nicki Cox / Page Six:
Elizabeth Hurley's son, Damian, reacts to unexpected Billy Ray Cyrus romance debut
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Elizabeth Hurley sparks speculation she's dating Billy Ray Cyrus
Gabrielle Chung / E! Online:
John Cena Shares He Got a Hair Transplant After Facing “Bullying” Over Bald Spot  —  John Cena said he got a hair transplant in November 2024 after being ripped “to shreds” by wrestling fans over his thinning hair: “Thank you for bullying me into surgical hair replacement.”  —  You can't see John Cena's hair right now.
Discussion: Just Jared
Annabel Iwegbue / Cosmopolitan:
Doechii's Irrefutable Rise  —  Our Cosmo cover star won the Grammy for Best Rap Album; accumulated cosigns from Beyoncé, Lauryn Hill, Tyler, The Creator, and Kendrick Lamar; and continues to redefine live performance and personal style.  But let her tell you about the singularity of her celebrity.
Discussion: People, Billboard, UPROXX and Vibe
Charna Flam / People:
Rob Kardashian Makes Rare Appearance in Sister Kim's Family Easter Instagram Post  —  The dad of one was photographed celebrating Easter alongside his older sisters  —  Kim Kardashian shared a sweet family photo that also included Rob Kardashian!  —  Despite staying out of the spotlight in recent years …
Discussion: Us Weekly, E! Online and Just Jared
Ingrid Vasquez / People:
Tom Brady Attends Coachella with Son Jack and Dances During Travis Scott's Set  —  The retired NFL star shares Jack with his ex, Bridget Moynahan  —  Tom Brady isn't afraid to bust out a few dance moves.  —  The retired NFL star, 47, was spotted with his 17-year-old son, John “Jack” …
Discussion: RADAR, New York Post, HOLA! and TMZ.com
Us Weekly:
Tom Schwartz Launches His Podcast With the 1st Episode Reuniting Him With Ex-Wife Katie Maloney (Exclusive)  —  Us Weekly SHORTS  —  Tom Schwartz is sitting down for a candid conversation with ex-wife Katie Maloney during the debut episode of his new podcast.
Discussion: Full Feed and E! Online
Kate Thomas / HELLO!:
Prince William and Princess Kate's quiet Easter plans with the Middletons revealed  —  The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the 11 am service at St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham  —  The Prince and Princess of Wales skipped the annual Easter Sunday church service in Windsor …
Zoey Lyttle / People:
Travel Influencer Dies at 28 After Being Diagnosed with Severe Liver Damage and Pneumonia  —  Vanessa Konopka was diagnosed with severe liver damage and pneumonia in December 2024  —  Travel influencer Vanessa Konopka has died at age 28, months after she was diagnosed with severe liver damage and pneumonia.
 
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