Saturday 8th March 2025
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The investigation into the death of Richard Simmons has led to the conclusion that after he fell in his bathroom Friday night, and refused to see a doctor. He went to bed instead, and was found dead the next morning. There’s still no word on the particular cause of death.
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Miranda Lambert stopped her concert in Big Sky, Montana to scold a fan for not paying attention. She called out other fans for causing drama and emphasized the importance of respecting each other at her concerts. Critics were divided on her actions, with some supporting her and others feeling she should allow fans to enjoy her shows their way.
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Nicolas Cage lives in Las Vegas, but he doesn’t indulge. He says, “If you really want to spiritually ascend, put yourself in the middle of Sin City and say no. Say no to that whiskey on the rocks, say no to that strip club, say no to that casino.” In my case, live next to a Krisy Kreme and say no to the “Hot Now” sign…good luck!
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Chase Matthew tells CountryNow.com that he once chose his truck over his girlfriend. “I was dating this girl and she told me, ‘all you ever do is work on that truck and I feel like you love that truck more than me.’ She gave me the ultimatum….I kept the truck and lost her. Don’t know if I’d do the same thing now.
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Will Ferrell turns 57 today. My favorite movie of his is the one where he plays that character that’s just like the characters he plays in all his other movies. Remember that one?
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AT THE MOVIES
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In Theaters this weekend: “Mickey 17”
“Mickey 17.” The unlikely hero, Mickey Barnes (Robert Pattinson) has found himself in the extraordinary circumstance of working for an employer who demands the ultimate commitment to the job… to die, for a living.
https://youtu.be/tA1s65o_kYM?si=QNcLh9C32mvEQ9R2
“Mickey 17” is rated: R
Stars: Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie and Steven Yeun
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Page Six reports that Ben Affleck is allegedly open to rekindling things with Jennifer Garner—because apparently, he’s trying to complete the Jennifer Infinity Gauntlet. But Garner is reportedly not interested, which makes sense—why go back to your ex when you’ve upgraded to a man who doesn’t look like he lost a fight with Dunkin’ Donuts?
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Eric Church's bar, Chief's, now has a drink named after Morgan Wallen called "The Chair". It’s a $19 Vodka drink, that features a small folding chair hanging over the rim. Chief's is where Morgan was arrested last year for throwing a chair off a six-story balcony.
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Deadline Hollywood says a Randy Travis biopic is in the works. Clay Walker will play Travis in his 40s and 50s in the upcoming film. The movie, titled "Forever And Ever, Amen," will showcase Travis' legendary music career. Travis and his wife Mary are executive producers.
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RadarOnline reports that celebrities are terrified they might go blind from using Ozempic—because apparently, nothing says “Hollywood” like risking your eyesight just to fit into a size zero. Doctors say the drug has been linked to vision loss, which means some stars might finally have an excuse for their terrible movie choices.
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