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Selome Hailu / Variety:
‘SNL’ Shocker: Bowen Yang to Exit Cast After Saturday's Episode  —  Bowen Yang is exiting “Saturday Night Live” in the middle of his eighth season on the show.  His last turn as a cast member will be this Saturday's episode, which is being hosted by his “Wicked” co-star Ariana Grande with Cher as musical guest.
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Peter White / Deadline:
Bowen Yang To Leave ‘Saturday Night Live’  —  Bowen Yang is leaving Saturday Night Live, after all.  —  Deadline understands that Yang will leave midseason, during the Christmas break, after tomorrow night's show, which is hosted by his Wicked co-star Ariana Grande with a musical performance by Cher.
Erin Hill / People:
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Rename Archewell Foundation as They Expand Their Mission with Archie and Lilibet  —  The couple is marking five years of Archewell by unveiling a new name — and a broader philanthropic model that brings their children into the long-term vision
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The Office of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex:
Happy Holidays  —  On behalf of the Office of Prince Harry and Meghan, Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and Archewell, we wish you a very happy holiday season and a joyful new year.
People:
NASCAR Star Greg Biffle's Wife Cristina Texted Her Mom 'We're in Trouble' Minutes Before They Died in Plane Crash (Exclusive)  —  “They embraced every aspect of their life and every moment,” Cristina's mom Cathy tells PEOPLE  — Cristina Grossu Biffle's mother Cathy tells PEOPLE her daughter texted her …
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The Charlotte Observer:
NASCAR star Greg Biffle, his family among 7 dead in Statesville plane crash
Associated Press:
Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and family among 7 killed in North Carolina plane crash
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Olivia Evans / E! Online:   Ed Sheeran Details How Becoming a Dad Inspired His 30-Pound Weight Loss Transformation
TMZ.com:
Nick Reiner Diagnosed With Schizophrenia, Meds Made Him ‘Dangerous’  —  EXCLUSIVE  —  Nick Reiner was diagnosed with schizophrenia, and in the weeks leading up to the murder of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, the meds he was taking made him “erratic and dangerous” ... TMZ has learned.
Maria Sarabi / HELLO!:
James Van Der Beek's first look at TODAY interview sparks reaction as he talks cancer ‘journey’ from inside family home  —  James Van Der Beek will appear on the December 19 episode of the TODAY Show for a sit-down interview discussing his cancer journey with Craig Melvin
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Jamie Roberts / Mirror:
David Walliams dropped by publisher over claims of inappropriate behaviour towards women  —  Comedian and author David Walliams has been dropped by his literary publisher Harper Collins and faces allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards women  —  David Walliams has been dropped by publisher Harper Collins.
Maria Sarabi / HELLO!:
Savannah Guthrie announces last show on TODAY ‘for a while’ as she delivers health update  —  Savannah Guthrie shared that she will undergo surgery for her voice early in 2026 and will therefore be absent from the TODAY Show  —  Savannah Guthrie revealed that she will be stepping away …
Jolie Zenna / Page Six:
Brooks Nader squirms as Andy Cohen puts her romance with Tom Brady on blast  —  Brooks Nader squirmed in her chair as host Andy Cohen put her romance with Tom Brady on blast.  —  “You two have a lot in common,” Cohen said to Nader and other guest Erika Jayne during “Watch What Happens Live” on Thursday.
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TMZ.com:
Steven Tyler and Aimee Preston Split  —  STEVEN TYLER SPLITTSVILLE WITH AIMEE PRESTON … It's over between Steven Tyler and his longtime girlfriend Aimee Preston ... TMZ has learned the couple has called it quits on their relationship.  —  Multiple sources with direct knowledge tell us Steven …
Discussion: Just Jared
Gabrielle Chung / E! Online:
Tobey Maguire's Ex-Wife Jennifer Meyer Pregnant With Her, Geoff Ogunlesi's First Baby Together  —  Jennifer Meyer—who was married to Tobey Maguire for nine years before their 2016 breakup—announced she's pregnant with her and fiancé Geoff Ogunlesi's first baby together, a girl.
Discussion: Just Jared
Just Jared:
‘NCIS’ TV Show ‘Tony & Ziva’ Canceled at Paramount+ After 1 Season, Stars Release Joint Statement  —  NCIS: Tony & Ziva is officially canceled after only 1 season on Paramount+.  —  The show starred franchise favorites Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo reprising their roles as Tony DiNozzo and Ziva David.
TMZ.com:
Nick Reiner ‘Calm But In a Fog’ Days After Rob and Michele Reiner Murders  —  Nick Reiner is spending his days in an L.A. jail, dealing with the aftermath of the violent murders of his parents, and he's not been able to fully process it ... TMZ has learned.  —  A source with direct knowledge tells TMZ ... Nick is not reeling in grief.
Discussion: Reality Tea
Brahmjot Kaur / E! Online:
Taylor Swift's Backup Singer Jeslyn Gorman Details Breast Cancer Journey Amid Eras Tour  —  Taylor Swift's backup singer Jeslyn Gorman, who joined the team in 2018, shared her experience being diagnosed with breast cancer in the middle of the Eras Tour.  —  Taylor Swift's touring family is never on their own, kid.
People:
All About Pete Davidson's Parents, Mom Amy and Late Dad Scott (Whom He Named His Daughter After)  —  Scott Davidson, a firefighter, died in the 9/11 terrorist attacks  — Amy and Scott Davidson welcomed two children: Pete and Casey  — Scott, a New York City firefighter, died on Sept. 11, 2001
Discussion: InStyle, E! Online, SheKnows and Us Weekly
Sam Huntley / Daily Star:
Final gift Corrie star's son left after heartbreaking death aged just 31  —  William Rush, the son of Coronation Street legend Debbie Rush, sadly died aged just 31 this week, and she's now revealed his final act of generosity from her “beautiful baby boy”  —  Corrie legend Debbie Rush …
 
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Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour's Absences Addressed at Stranger Things Event
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Riley Cardoza / Page Six:
Taylor Swift's mom encouraged singer to date Travis Kelce because of this green flag
Stephanie Bridger-Linning / Tatler:
Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway will undergo lung transplant after ‘clear deterioration’ in her health
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Yana Grebenyuk / Us Weekly:
Why Was Lucas Bravo's Gabriel Absent From Most of ‘Emily in Paris’ Season 5 After Offscreen Concern? (Exclusive)
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Jonathan Mattise / Associated Press:
Tennessee governor pardons country star Jelly Roll, who has sought redemption from criminal past
People:
David Harbour Will Not Attend Stranger Things Finale Event amid Reports of Erratic Behavior
 

 
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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

Natalie Korach / @nataliekorach:
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