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Lisa Miller / New York Times:
The Woman in the Coldplay Concert Kiss Cam Video Is Ready to Talk … Kristin Cabot has come to believe that her silence no longer serves her.  It made sense in the beginning, after she appeared on the Jumbotron, aghast, in the arms of her boss at a Coldplay concert on July 16, 2025, a moment that caused an international furor.
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People:
Millie Bobby Brown Drops Out of Same Stranger Things Event as David Harbour, 3 Days After Revealing She Injured Herself  —  Brown and Harbour were expected to join their castmates at the Paley Center in New York City on Dec. 18  — Millie Bobby Brown is missing a scheduled appearance …
Discussion: Just Jared
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People:
David Harbour Will Not Attend Stranger Things Finale Event amid Reports of Erratic Behavior  —  The actor will not be at a ‘Stranger Things’ red carpet and screening on Dec. 18 that he was previously slated to attend  — David Harbour is no longer slated to attend a Stranger Things event amid reports of erratic behavior
Discussion: Us Weekly and TMZ.com
TMZ.com:
David Harbour Takes a Guy's Hat in Bizarre Bar Incident  —  DAVID HARBOUR STRANGELY SWIPES FAN'S HAT … David Harbour was captured on video doing some “Stranger Things” in Encinitas, California over the weekend ... the actor appeared to take a man's hat and make a run for it.
Discussion: Page Six and New York Daily News
TMZ.com:
Wiz Khalifa, Facing 9 Months in Romanian Prison for Weed, Appeals Sentencing  —  WIZ KHALIFA SENTENCED TO PRISON IN ROMANIA FOR POSSESSING BUD ... Appealing the Ruling … Wiz Khalifa is facing a potential 9-month stint in Romanian prison for weed ... but he's hoping to find an alternate solution …
Justin Harp / Us Weekly:
HGTV's David Bromstad Opens Up About ‘Using Substances,’ Starting to ‘Spiral’ During 4-Year Renovation  —  TAP HERE TO ADD US WEEKLY AS A TRUSTED SOURCE  —  HGTV star David Bromstad opened up about “using substances” and starting to “spiral” when his dream home renovation turned into a nightmare.
Discussion: TV Insider
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Marina Watts / People:
David Bromstad Opens Up About ‘Using Substances,’ Coping After Home Was Destroyed: ‘I Was in Trouble’ (Exclusive)
Discussion: Just Jared
Doug Montero / National Enquirer:
Riley Keough Is the Biological Mom of John Travolta's Son, According to Bombshell Lawsuit (Exclusive)  —  Elvis Presley may have a secret great-grandchild.  —  Lisa Marie Presley donated her eggs so that John Travolta, 71, and Kelly Preston could “get pregnant,” while her daughter …
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TMZ.com:
Riley Keough Is Biological Mother of One of John Travolta's Sons, Lawsuit Claims
NBC Los Angeles:
Puka Nacua's brother arrested after taking Lakers' Adou Thiero's SUV, LASD says … Two men, including the brother of Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua, were arrested over the weekend after allegedly taking Los Angeles Lakers forward Adou Thiero's SUV without his consent, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
TMZ.com:
Mustard Files for Sole Legal Custody of His Kids, Wants $30K in Sanctions From Ex  —  MUSTARD WANTS SOLE CUSTODY DUE TO EX-WIFE'S ‘DISPARAGING’ POSTS … Mustard is on the beat and on his ex-wife Chanel Thierry's case, claiming she's been blasting him on social media …
Discussion: Baller Alert
Avery Matera / Page Six:
Kourtney Kardashian reveals the wild reason she'll never get Botox again  —  Kourtney Kardashian is done with Botox — for good.  —  On Thursday's episode of “The Kardashians,” the family's eldest sister shared that she will “never” get the wrinkle-relaxing injections again.
Discussion: Star Magazine, People and Decider
Kayla Aldecoa / Star Magazine:
Robert Irwin Shares the Unique Way He Remains Connected to Late Dad Steve Irwin  —  Robert Irwin was just two years old when his beloved father, Steve Irwin, passed away from a stingray attack in 2006.  But the Dancing with the Stars champ still has a unique way of remaining connected to the Crocodile Hunter.
Discussion: People and TODAY.com
TMZ.com:
TikToker Riziki Ilenre's Death Investigated by Police After Reports of Suicide  —  RIZIKI ILENRE COPS INVESTIGATING TIKTOKER'S DEATH ... As Fans Allege Suicide From Bullying … Police are investigating TikToker Riziki Ilenre's death after numerous reports surfaced that she died by suicide.
People:
Meghan Markle Reacts to Prince Harry's Surprise World Snow Polo Championship Appearance in Aspen  —  The Duke of Sussex competed against his friend Nacho Figueras in a Polo Championship in Aspen on Wednesday, Dec. 17  — Meghan Markle shared a photo from Prince Harry's appearance …
Discussion: Just Jared, HELLO!, InStyle and Mirror
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Hilary George / Page Six:
Ice Spice shows off her bikini bottom in see-through lace dress at ‘SpongeBob Movie’ screening  —  Ice Spice left her SquarePants at home.  —  The 25-year-old rapper made waves at a screening of “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants” in New York City on Wednesday …
Discussion: TMZ.com and Go Fug Yourself
People:
Inside Kate Middleton and Prince William's Reconnected Marriage: ‘He Treats Her Like His Bride’ (Exclusive)  —  After a trying chapter, the Prince and Princess of Wales are moving forward more in sync than ever  — Kate Middleton and Prince William's royal romance is stronger than ever …
Benjamin VanHoose / People:
Rob Reiner's Kids Jake and Romy Are ‘Being Incredibly Strong’ After Their Parents' Murders (Exclusive Source)  —  “This nightmare came out of nowhere for them,” a source tells PEOPLE  — Rob Reiner's kids Jake and Romy are “surrounded with support” after their parents were killed and brother Nick was charged with murder
TMZ.com:
Rob and Michele Reiner Official Cause of Deaths Revealed  —  EXCLUSIVE  —  Rob and Michele Reiner died from “multiple sharp force injuries” ... according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.  —  The ME also notes the manner of death for both Rob and Michele was homicide.
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Los Angeles Times:
Nick Reiner makes first court appearance to face murder charges in killings of parents
 
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Janine Henni / People:
King Charles and Queen Camilla Make First Joint Appearance Since His Major Cancer Update
Discussion: InStyle and Wonderwall.com
Samantha Coffey / Page Six:
Nikki Bella, 42, sparks dating rumors with NFL star Cooper DeJean, 22, one year after Artem Chigvintsev breakup
Discussion: People, New York Post and The US Sun
Matthew Moore / HELLO!:
James Middleton's son Inigo looks so grown-up in rare footage
Discussion: Marie Claire
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Karl Bode / Techdirt:
The TikTok deal is the worst of all possible outcomes, shifting ownership of TikTok to Trump's allies, while maintaining the supposed problematic links to China

Paul Glynn / BBC:
HarperCollins UK drops children's author and comedian David Walliams following allegations of inappropriate behavior toward young women

Ken Vogel / @kenvogel:
Politico ends its print edition after 19 years, as its early reliance on print ad revenue fades and its audience relies more on digital platforms

 
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