Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun Get Handsy During Outing With the Actress' Parents as 'Hot and Heavy' Romance Takes Off
Plus, Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban’s final outing pre-split and Kelly Clarkson’s first show after her ex's death: OK'S THE GROUP CHAT
You just unlocked your device to a ton of unread messages, but we’ve got you covered — welcome to The Group Chat. Here’s the hottest celeb and entertainment news everyone’s spiraling over today…
Scooter Meets the Parents — and Gets Handsy With Sydney as Sparks Fly
Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun just went full PDA debut – handholding, parents, and all!
The Euphoria bombshell, 28, and the record exec, 44, showed off their romance at Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights on September 27, where Sydney’s mom Lisa and dad Steven tagged along (plus five security guards for good measure). The duo twinned in gray sweatshirts and baseball caps – Sydney rocked jeans and braids, while Scooter kept it casual in shorts, platform sneakers, and Alo socks. Lisa, meanwhile, was spotted smiling and “holding onto his every word.”
“They talk every day and see each other often. It is hot and heavy… They seem very much in love, or at least incredibly in lust,” spilled one insider. Gossip site Deux Moi backed it up: “Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun are 1,000 percent dating.”
Seems like haunted houses aren’t the only thing giving these two chills these days.
Kelly’s Emotional First Show Since Her Ex’s Death Leaves No Dry Eyes
Kelly Clarkson returned to The Kelly Clarkson Show for the first time since the shocking death of her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock – and emotions ran high on set.
The Season 7 premiere aired yesterday, but was taped earlier in the month… with Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell stopping by. Still, the most powerful moment came when the Texas-born star broke down while speaking to locals, including bus drivers, who saved lives during the devastating Hill Country flood.
With tears in her eyes, Kelly held it together – but her team felt the weight. Music director Jason Halbert admitted filming was “emotional for all of us.” He added, “I don’t know how (Clarkson) compartmentalizes watching that segment, super emotional, and then jumping into, like, making crafts with kids, and then jumping into emoting a song.”
Still, Kelly delivered a powerful Kellyoke cover of The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights.” Showrunner Alex Duda summed it up: “When the world is dark or heavy, look for the light.”
EXCLUSIVE: Tiffany Teases the ‘Jaw-dropping’ Ending of Slayers: Wheel of Fate
Tiffany Pollard is back on reality TV – only this time, the HBIC is running the show.
“I love Slayers: Wheel of Fate. The fact that I’m hosting and it’s a competition show – this is perfect, and I had such an amazing time,” Tiffany, 43, exclusively told OK! about the new OUTtv series premiering October 8. “The producers wrote the show in a way where I was like, ‘Oh my goodness, sign me up!’ I just love it.”
The campy series follows 10 queer competitors battling in a castle with a villain named Queen Karen and a “dragon” that devours the eliminated each week. “This is a perfect match made in reality TV heaven!” she gushes, teasing “the drama, the gowns, the twerking and alcohol.”
And don’t worry… Tiffany promises major shocks ahead: “I’m still surprised! The ending is something no one saw coming… The ending is jaw-dropping.”
Nicole & Keith Separation Shocker: Living Apart Since Summer
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s marriage is in crisis – and the Hollywood power couple are now separated, a new report confirms.
The bombshell claims the two have been living apart “since the beginning of summer.” According to multiple insiders, Nicole has been left to care for their children, with one source insisting she’s been “holding the family together through this difficult time since Keith has been gone.”
The split allegedly isn’t mutual… with the insider revealing the actress has been fighting to save their love while Keith has checked out. “Keith has acquired his own residence in Nashville and has moved out of their family home,” a source revealed, noting both properties are in Nashville.
And the couple’s final sighting? A Nashville soccer match back in June. As of now, it remains unclear if the A-list pair are headed for divorce – but the future looks rocky.
Blake Serves Cleavage & Chaos Sneaking Into the Park With Kids in Tow
Blake Lively swapped Hollywood glam for theme park mom life – and turned heads while doing it.
“I worked in Orlando this week, and like any responsible adult, decided to stay to play. Any excuse to sneak my babies with me,” the Gossip Girl alum, 38, gushed on Instagram. Rocking a low-cut gray tank and black bucket hat, the star posed with SpongeBob, Wicked memorabilia, and plenty of sugary treats.
“Each park was more incredible than the last. But man oh man, that EPIC park is something special… when you’re in there, it feels like you’re living inside the movies,” she swooned, adding the trip created “core memories for all of us.”
But Blake’s magical family getaway comes amid dark drama: her explosive legal feud with Justin Baldoni and a surprising Taylor Swift subpoena twist. Unfortunately… she’s serving drama on and off the rides.
J.Lo’s Bling Has Fans Asking — is Ben Still on Her Mind?
Dropping a hint? Jennifer Lopez had fans in a frenzy after showing off a gold necklace that seemed to shout out her ex-husband Ben Affleck.
“💜🤍💜,” the singer captioned her September 28 Instagram post, stunning in a sheer purple sweater with her honey blonde hair flowing in waves before pulling it into a ponytail. But followers weren’t looking at her glam – they were zooming in on the pendant.
“Does her necklace say BENNIFER?” one fan asked, while another chimed, “Are we not talking about her necklace?” A third wrote, “Her necklace says Bennifer?? Or do I need glasses 👓? Either way she looks 🔥🔥🔥🔥.”
Turns out the piece actually reads “Jennifer.” Still, the buzz was perfectly timed… just one day earlier, Lopez declared her divorce from Affleck was “the best thing that ever happened” to her.
Kate’s Man Steps Into the Spotlight Amid Affair Buzz
Kate Gosselin’s romance just went TikTok official – and the drama? It came along too.
During a livestream, boyfriend Steve Neild popped up off-camera to hand her a latte. Kate grinned at fans, saying, “Hello to the boyfriend,” before noting he “waved.”
In a recent Q&A, Kate confirmed, “The answer to that question is actually, finally, yes… I’ve been dating somebody for the past year, little over a year, maybe like 14 or 15 months. I’m super, super happy.” She added he’s someone she’s “known for a really long time,” but “he doesn’t really want to be on TikTok.”
But once Steve was ID’d, son Collin accused his mom of having an affair with him “way back in 2009,” even during family vacations. Jon Gosselin echoed the claim, posting, “Guess who really ruined the marriage. Read for yourself.”
Seems like Kate’s new chapter may just be written in old ink.
Emily Ratajkowski Sizzles in Sultry New Lingerie Campaign: See the Hot Photos
Madonna Reveals Why She Forgave Her Brother on His Deathbed After ‘Very Long’ Feud: ‘That Was Really Important’
Tori Spelling, 52, Goes Makeup-Free in Stunning New Photos After Chopping Her Own Hair
Halle Berry, 59, Flashes Her Butt in Cheeky Vacation Snapshot
Annoyed Tim Allen Scolds Whoopi Goldberg on ‘The View’ After She Points Out That Her Lipstick Left a Mark on His Cheek: Watch
Do you have a story for us? Email tips@okmagazine.com