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Daniel Arkin / NBC News:
Gene Shalit, ‘TODAY’ show movie critic, dies at 100  —  He stood out from the TV pack with his bowties, bushy moustache and movie reviews studded with cheeky turns of phrase.  —  Gene Shalit, the longtime film critic for NBC's “TODAY” show whose walrus mustache and exuberant wordplay …
Yasmin Khorram / Politico:
Justice Department approves Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. … In a statement, the Antitrust Division said its eight-month review “determined based on the evidence received in its investigation that the transaction is not likely to result in harm to competition or American consumers …
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Harper Beckham goes to Brooklyn's LA mansion in desperate attempt to heal rift — but leaves seconds later without seeing him  —  See more of our coverage in your search results.  —  Add Page Six on Google  —  Harper Beckham made an emotional attempt to visit her estranged brother Brooklyn …
Emily Ratajkowski / The Cut:
Mother F*cker  —  After becoming a single mom, I began compulsively dating in order to figure out what kind of woman I wanted to be.  —  Listen to Emily Ratajkowski read her essay.  —  I knew he was new to New York when he picked the bar.  It was on a street that had felt cool and exciting to me in 2014 …
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Erin Doyle / Us Weekly:
TikTok Influencer Mikayla Nogueira Recalls Being Rushed to Hospital After Passing Out on Camera  —  TAP HERE TO ADD US WEEKLY AS A TRUSTED SOURCE  —  Mikayla Nogueira has been rushed to hospital amid a scary medical emergency.  —  Posting via TikTok on Friday, June 12 …
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Marlow Stern / Variety:
David Beckham on Pushing for a Spice Girls Reunion, World Cup Mania and Family Coming First: ‘I Feel Very Lucky’  —  The soccer legend, pop culture icon and owner of Miami FC talks to Variety about his relentless drive and receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The Guardian:
David Hockney, revolutionary British artist famed for his pools and portraits, dies aged 88  —  Bradford-born painter, who made his name with sunkissed visions of California and never stopped breaking barriers, going on to become one of contemporary art's most important figures, has died
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FemaleFirst:
‘A man who truly saw the beauty in everything...’ Tributes pour in for late pop artist David Hockney
Tyler McCarthy / Star Magazine:
Hank Azaria is ‘Tired’ of Seeing Taylor Swift at Sports Games After She Lands Courtside Knicks Seats  —  Hank Azaria took a shot at Taylor Swift after she got courtside tickets to cheer on the New York Knicks in Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs.  —  The Simpsons voice actor, 62 …
Discussion: TMZ.com, Page Six and Us Weekly
Miranda Siwak / Us Weekly:
Jessica Simpson Recalls Pressure to Lose Weight in Early Career: 'I'm Just Not Built That Way'  —  Jessica Simpson is shedding the pressure to be perfect during her revived music career.  —  “It feels good to be back on stage in my 40s.  I missed all of my 30s, so this really to me …
Discussion: Just Jared and Page Six
Us Weekly:
Jane Seymour Confirms She's Engaged to John Zambetti After 3 Years of Dating: 'I'm Very Excited' (Exclusive)  —  TAP HERE TO ADD US WEEKLY AS A TRUSTED SOURCE  —  Jane Seymour is engaged to musician John Zambetti after three years of dating.  —  “Someone decided they wanted to be with me for the rest of their lives.
TMZ.com:
Kiefer Sutherland Fires Back at Uber Driver Suing Over Alleged Threats, Punch  —  KIEFER SUTHERLAND FIRES BACK AT UBER DRIVER After Being Sued Over Alleged Threats … 1:56 PM PT — Kiefer's lawyer, Andrew Brettler, tells TMZ, “Six months ago, Kiefer Sutherland was involved in a scary incident …
Discussion: FemaleFirst, Daily Mail and Us Weekly
Craig Garrett / Suggest:
‘Gomer Pyle: USMC’ Actor Dies at 94: RIP to Ronnie Schell  —  Ronnie Schell, a memorable TV character actor beloved by classic TV fans for his portrayal of Pvt. Duke Slater on Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C., has died.  —  Schell's son, Gregory, told publicist Harlan Boll that the actor died …
Eleanor Dye / HELLO!:
King Charles awards rare birthday honour to Dame Helen Mirren - putting her in elite circle of just 65 people  —  The King's official Birthday Honours list for 2026 has been revealed, including awards for Dame Helen Mirren and rugby star Kevin Sinfield  —  King Charles has chosen …
Gibson Johns / E! Online:
Thailand's Princess Bajrakitiyabha Dead at 47 After Being in Coma for 3 Years  —  Princess Bajrakitiyabha of Thailand died June 11 at the age of 47 over three years after falling into a coma due to a heart condition, the Bureau of the Royal Household announced June 12.  —  The people of Thailand are in mourning.
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