Kelly Ripa Hints ‘Live’ Is Holding Her Back — Sparks Quit Rumors After Asking Oprah for Advice
Plus, Sydney Sweeney’s lakefront legs steal the show while Scooter Braun delivers a blunt verdict to Kanye: OK'S THE GROUP CHAT
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Kelly Ripa’s itching for a break from ‘Live’… joking how her day job keeps her from soaking up summer vibes with hubby Mark Consuelos. Just days after asking Oprah Winfrey if it’s time to “step away” from the show after 25 years, Kelly revealed on-air how a simple Long Island beach day felt like a full-on vacation – even scoring a DM from Jeffrey Dean Morgan cheering her on.
“We never go to the beach,” she laughed, recalling the rare sunset strolls with their dog Lena. Kelly admitted the weekend getaway was “so nice” and promised to make more time for these little escapes, teasing that her busy schedule often keeps her tied down.
Between taping, promos, and live shows, the TV queen’s craving for downtime is real – and fans can’t wait to see if she finally calls it quits or keeps the gig going.
EXCLUSIVE: ‘M3GAN 2.0’ Star Jenna: Working With Allison? Total Digital Madness!
Jenna Davis dished on her mostly digital BFF vibes with Allison Williams during M3GAN 2.0 – “I didn’t even meet her until the premiere” of the first flick!
With filming in New Zealand, most convos were texts and emails. “Everything was so digital. M3GAN is digital, so it fits,” Jenna joked, praising Allison’s sweet check-ins and hands-off critique game that left the heavy lifting to the director. The June 27 sequel flips M3GAN from creepy horror queen to action hero, introducing a fierce new villain to shake things up. Fans are totally split… some rave it’s better than the original, others miss the scares.
But one thing’s clear: the behind-the-scenes digital drama and on-screen action make this sequel a wild ride fans won’t forget.
Late 'Cosby Show' Star Had a Secret Wife — Meet the Mystery Mrs.
Cosby Show star Malcolm-Jamal Warner was secretly married and a father when he tragically drowned while vacationing in Costa Rica, authorities confirmed. The 54-year-old actor – best known as Theo Huxtable – died from asphyxia in the accidental drowning on Monday.
Malcolm, who welcomed his first child in 2017, kept his personal life fiercely private… never naming his wife publicly. The couple reportedly lived out of the spotlight to protect their family.
Now, with the world mourning his loss, fans are just learning about the quiet life he built away from Hollywood.
Sydney’s Legs Totally Steal the Lakefront Show
Sydney Sweeney is serving up summer vibes… and a bit of scandal… all at once. The Euphoria star flaunted her long, toned legs and snuggled up to her German Shepherd Sully in a sleek black swimsuit by the lake, captioning it “sully update :)” – and fans lost it over the “luckiest dog in the world.”
But behind the serene scenes, the drama’s heating up! Sydney’s gearing up to launch a new lingerie line with backing from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez, but insiders are spilling the tea: there’s major “tension” between the power couple, with Bezos allegedly overstepping his bounds and causing a rift.
While Sydney’s glowing lakeside, she’s also caught in the middle of a billionaire love triangle mess. Will the line be a hit – or will Bezos and Sánchez’s drama steal the spotlight?
Scooter Drops the Mic: ‘I Don’t Know Kanye Anymore’
Scooter Braun just dropped a bombshell on Kanye West’s shocking antisemitic meltdown, bluntly saying: “I don’t know him anymore.”
The former mega-manager revealed the Kanye he once knew is gone for good, and now he’s fully focused on raising his three kids. “Sometimes the hardest thing is mourning someone while they’re still here,” Scooter confessed, making it clear their bond is officially dead. He insists he holds “no ill will” but is done with the chaos, choosing kindness over hate.
Having managed Ye from 2016 to 2018, Scooter is watching the fallout from Kanye’s wild outbursts… and despite multiple apologies, the drama isn’t over.
Emily Teeters on a Nip Slip, but Something Else Steals the Show
Emily Ratajkowski is cranking up the heat! The 34-year-old set Instagram ablaze in a barely-there black one-piece that flirted with a major nip slip while showing off her killer curves poolside.
With slicked-back hair and a fierce stare, she captioned her sultry snaps “Adriaticcc,” sending fans into a frenzy: “Invented being hot on Instagram,” one joked, while another called her “special.”
This sizzling swimwear moment comes hot on the heels of her Netflix cameo in Too Much, where she plays an influencer girlfriend whose Instagram obsession drives the show’s lead wild – proving IRL, Emily’s the ultimate influencer on and off screen.
Taylor Steals the Show at Selena’s Disco-Fab 33rd Bash
Taylor Swift brought the sparkle to Selena Gomez’s ultra-glam 33rd birthday bash – and the vibes were pure Studio 54! The star-studded rooftop celebration was full-on '70s disco chic, with Selena rocking a glittering jumpsuit and fur coat, while Taylor smoldered in a sleek black dress and signature red lip.
Guests – including Sofia Carson and Selena’s boo Benny Blanco – partied among balloons, rooftop views, and throwback beats.
The birthday girl couldn’t help but reflect: “This past year has truly been the most beautiful year of my life.” With glam, glitter, and girlfriends like Taylor by her side, it’s no wonder Selena’s feeling the love.
Melania’s Got Ivanka and Jared on Her Snake List
Melania Trump just slithered into the drama, calling Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner “snakes” in a savage six-word text to her BFF Stephanie Winston Wolkoff.
Stephanie’s explosive memoir spills the dirt on Melania’s petty “Operation Block Ivanka” – a sneaky plot to hide Ivanka from the cameras at Donald Trump’s 2016 inauguration by shuffling family seating like a pro.
“Yes, Operation Block Ivanka was petty,” Stephanie admitted, but Melania was all in, convinced Ivanka had no right to hog the spotlight. Then Melania threw even more shade by texting a pic of Sasha and Malia Obama with the caption, “It is nice to have family with him for this special moment.” Yet in her 2024 memoir, Melania plays the peacemaker, saying she’s all about “love and respect” as stepmom. Talk about a Trump snake charmer with mixed signals.
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