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3:25 PM ET, April 9, 2021

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Prince Harry Expected to Return to U.K. for Grandfather Prince Philip's Funeral  —  It's unclear whether Meghan Markle, who is pregnant with the couple's second child, will stay behind in California  —  Prince Harry will likely return to the U.K. for the first time in over a year to attend his grandfather Prince Philip's funeral.
People.com:
Queen Elizabeth Enters 8-Day Period of Mourning After Death of ‘Beloved’ Husband Prince Philip  —  The monarch will refrain from carrying out any royal duties as she grieves the loss of her husband of 73 years  —  Prince Philip's funeral plans have been set in motion as Queen Elizabeth enters …
Discussion: Bustle, USA Today, Just Jared and The Wrap
George Martin / inews.co.uk:
Why wasn't Prince Philip king?  Duke of Edinburgh's title explained after his death aged 99  —  Philip was given the title of Prince of the United Kingdom in 1957 by the Queen  —  Prince Philip has died at the age of 99, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.  —  The Duke of Edinburgh passed away …
Reuters:
Prince Philip has died aged 99, Buckingham Palace announces  —  Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth II's husband, has died aged 99, Buckingham Palace has announced.  —  In a statement shortly after midday, the palace said: “His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.”
Hollywood Reporter:
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Dies at 99  —  The naval veteran was the longest-serving British consort.  —  Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, has died at the age of 99.  —  Buckingham Palace confirmed the news.  —  “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced …
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Mariah Cooper / Us Weekly:
Prince Philip Through the Years: The Duke of Edinburgh's Royal Life in Pictures
Discussion: Harper's BAZAAR and Daily Star
TMZ.com:
DMX's Organs Failing, Family Says He's In His Final Hours  —  DMX ORGANS FAILING Family Says He's In Final Hours  —  8:48 AM PT — We have more information, X's liver and kidneys have virtually shut down ... as has his lung function.  Sources with direct knowledge tell us the family …
Discussion: Mirror.co.uk, RADAR and Gossip Cop
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XXL Mag:
DMX Dead at 50  —  Def Jam Recordings, the record label DMX was signed to at various times throughout his career, has released a statement on his passing following the news on April 9.  The rapper was set to drop a new album with the label before his death.
TMZ.com:
DMX Still on Life Support, Family Growing Closer as Decision Nears
Discussion: RADAR and Mirror
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Denise Petski / Deadline:
‘Powerpuff’: Robyn Lively To Play Sara Bellum; Tom Kenny To Reprise Role As Narrator In CW's Live-Action Reboot Pilot  —  EXCLUSIVE: Robyn Lively is set to play Sara Bellum and Tom Kenny will reprise his role as the Narrator in the CW's live-action reboot pilot Powerpuff (fka The Powerpuff Girls).
Discussion: Oh No They Didn't!
Jordan Moreau / Variety:
‘Top Gun: Maverick,’ ‘Mission: Impossible 7’ Among Latest Paramount Delays … Paramount has delayed the release dates for several tentpole films, including “Top Gun: Maverick,” “Mission: Impossible 7,” “Dungeons & Dragons” and more.  —  In total, 10 films had their release dates shuffled, with three of them starring Tom Cruise.
Discussion: Just Jared and The Wrap
Justin Kroll / Deadline:
‘Indiana Jones 5’: Phoebe Waller-Bridge Lands Female Lead In Next Installment Opposite Harrison Ford  —  EXCLUSIVE: Following the confirmation at the Disney Investors Presentation in December that the next film was a go, Lucasfilm and director James Mangold look to have their sights set …
Discussion: The Wrap
Enda Brady / independent:
'I mysteriously dislocated my pelvis - it's not as erotic as it sounds' - Eamonn Holmes on his health, Irish road trips and TV career  —  The TV presenter talks about his recent health troubles, recreating the Irish road trips of his childhood and why a career in television is like riding a bucking bronco
Discussion: Daily Star and Mirror.co.uk
Darlene Aderoju / People.com:
Remembering DMX's Most Famous Hit Songs — From ‘Party Up (Up in Here)’ to ‘Ruff Ryders’ Anthem'  —  The Grammy-nominated star has released five No. 1 Billboard 200 albums, including his studio debut It's Dark and Hell Is Hot  —  In honor of late rap legend DMX, who died on Friday at age 50 …
Discussion: The Sun and POPSUGAR
Ekin Karasin / The Sun:
IT'S KHLO-ING WELL Khloe Kardashian ‘deluged with offers from health and fitness companies’ after unedited pic leak scandal  —  KHLOE Kardashian is reportedly being “deluged with offers” from health and fitness companies after the unedited pic leak.  —  The KUWTK star, 36 …
Mike Fleming Jr / Deadline:
Justin Timberlake At Center Of Apple Auction Win; He'll Play ‘Gong Show’ Host/CIA Assassin Chuck Barris In Hourlong Series Project  —  EXCLUSIVE: Eager to bring Justin Timberlake back into the Apple TV + fold after the strong results of the Fisher Stevens-directed dramatic film Palmer in January …
Discussion: Just Jared and Oh No They Didn't!
TMZ.com:
Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello Break-In Suspect Arrested for Car Theft, Burglary  —  SHAWN MENDES & CAMILA CABELLO BREAK-IN SUSPECT ARRESTED ... Charged for G-Wagon Theft  —  Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello can rest easy tonight ... because cops believe they've nabbed the crook who broke into their home and made off with Shawn's ride.
Discussion: RADAR, Page Six and FemaleFirst
 
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LA Times op-ed contributor Harry Litman resigns, saying he's protesting the “repugnant and dangerous” actions to appease Trump by owner Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong

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