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'Dutton Ranch' star Ed Harris blasts producers, says he wanted to void contract: 'Get me the f--- out' Ed Harris says he came close to walking away from Taylor Sheridan's " Dutton Ranch ."The veteran actor revealed he felt "underused and inconsequential" while filming the show's first season, prompting him to tell his team to "get me the f--- out of here" before production wrapped."Prior to signing on for it, I was talked to quite a bit about what the season was, and what my character was going to do - and that I was one of the four main characters," Harris told Variety. "And that wasn't really the case." COLE HAUSER SAYS HIS FAMILY HELPED SHAPE MONTANA AS FANS FOLLOW TAYLOR SHERIDAN FROM TREASURE STATE TO TEXAS The Oscar-nominated actor, who plays veterinarian Everett McKinney in the "Yellowstone" spin-off , said he felt "misled" about the importance of his character after allegedly being promised a much larger role before production began.By the middle of filming, Harris said he'd reached his breaking point.Harris said he confronted the production about his concerns, though he did not identify Sheridan by name. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "I said, 'I'm feeling underused and inconsequential,' and they kind of went, 'Oh,'" Harris said. "I'm being told my character will have a little bit more to do [in Season 2]. I was just a little frustrated, to tell you the truth."Looking back after watching the finished season, Harris admitted his perspective changed.He called "Dutton Ranch" "pretty good" and said Everett ended up feeling "relatively important to the story." Still, he said that wasn't how it felt while cameras were rolling.Harris said he filmed a sequence in which Everett is invited to sing in a bar - only to discover it had been axed from production. "So, there's this scene in there ... I'm talking to [Beth Dutton] at the bar, and [Rip Wheeler] comes in and says, 'OK, Everett, come on, it's your turn,'" Harris said. "I walk up to the mic, and they cut it... They cut the song out. I'm going, 'F--- you, people.'"According to Harris, producers told him the musical moment was removed because it was "too 'up' for the dark ending of that episode."Harris said he felt that was "enough reason to say I'm voiding my contract." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Despite his blunt remarks, Harris remains signed on for two seasons of "Dutton Ranch," and it remains unclear whether he is seriously considering leaving the series.Sheridan's latest chapter in the "Yellowstone" universe debuted on Paramount+ in May.The series picks up with fan favorites Beth Dutton ( Kelly Reilly ) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) as they trade Montana for South Texas, where they're determined to build a ranch - and a new life - from the ground up.Joining Reilly and Hauser is an ensemble cast that includes Harris, Annette Bening, Finn Little, Juan Pablo Raba, Jai Courtney, J.R. Villarreal, Marc Menchaca and Natalie Alyn Lind.Fox News Digital reached out to Paramount, Sheridan and Harris for comment. Angelina Jolie achieves 'complete cutting of ties' between kids and Brad Pitt as twins turn 18: expert A decade after one of Hollywood's most bitter divorces began, Angelina Jolie has finally achieved a "complete cutting of ties" with ex-husband Brad Pitt.With the former couple's youngest children now 18, the last legal thread connecting Jolie and Pitt has effectively been severed, a family law expert explained to Fox News Digital. The expert argued the Oscar winner has reached the outcome she had been seeking since filing for divorce in 2016."For those that followed the Pitt/Jolie divorce since 2016, it should be no surprise that Angelina Jolie is finally able to achieve what she attempted to get in the 2016 divorce - a complete cutting of ties between the children and Brad Pitt," Holly Davis, cofounder of Kirker Davis LLP, told Fox News Digital. BRAD PITT FACES FRESH FAMILY BLOW AS DAUGHTER CLEARS MAJOR HURDLE TO DROP HIS LAST NAME Pitt and Jolie  share six children: Maddox, Zahara, Shiloh, Pax, Knox and Vivienne.Twins Knox and Vivienne reaching adulthood on July 12 means custody issues are no longer before the court, giving Jolie the freedom to make decisions that previously required court oversight."Because she was unable to achieve this result in the parties' divorce, she had to wait until the youngest children were 18 to be able to do the things that the court would not allow her to do," Davis explained.What ultimately drove the children's estrangement from their father remains impossible to know from the outside, according to Davis."Whether or not she influenced them in hating their father based on the legitimate problems in her romantic relationship with Brad, or whether they all suffered similar difficult moments as a family which lead to their decision to no longer see him, will be anyone's guess," the family attorney said.Jolie and Pitt's daughter Vivienne is seeking to remove "Pitt" legally from her last name - from Vivienne Marcheline Jolie-Pitt to Vivienne Marcheline Jolie - just over a week after turning 18, according to People magazine .The petition was filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, with the reason for the name change noted as "personal," per the outlet, with the hearing scheduled for November 2.Two years prior, Vivienne worked on the Broadway play "The Outsiders" with mom Angelina, and was credited as "Vivienne Jolie" in the playbill. Vivienne worked as a producer assistant on the musical while Angelina served as a producer. BRAD PITT FIGHTS FOR SURVIVAL IN 'HEART OF THE BEAST' TRAILER AS FANS SAY HE'S 'COOLER' THAN YOUNGER ACTORS Jolie may have effectively severed the remaining legal family ties, but experts say the public fallout might not significantly damage Pitt's Hollywood standing."Brandwise, it's not that big of a hit to Brad Pitt's name or brand," entertainment attorney Tre Lovell told Fox News Digital. "He's such a universally well-known star, and his divorce with Angelina Jolie and strained relationship with his kids have been well publicized.""Most of the public would chalk it up to an unfortunate problem with the relationship with his kids, but as far as his brand, it's still strong and would survive any type of criticism in this area," the lawyer for Los Angeles-based Lovell Firm explained. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Five of Pitt and Jolie's children have distanced themselves from the actor by dropping his surname, with Vivienne and three of her siblings choosing to make the change official legally."[Pitt's] talent remains unquestioned. But when multiple adult children publicly choose to stop using your surname, the conversation inevitably shifts from career to character," crisis communications expert Kaivan Shroff told Fox News Digital. "Whether fair or unfair, that's the kind of narrative no amount of good publicity can easily overcome."Zahara filed to formally remove "Pitt" from her surname in June. If granted, her legal name will change from Zahara Marley Jolie-Pitt to Zahara Marley Jolie. Her name change follows Shiloh's name change in 2024. Maddox also reportedly filed a petition in May."This isn't about a single family decision... it's about accumulation," he added. "One child dropping a famous last name might be dismissed as an isolated event. When it happens repeatedly across multiple adult children, it stops looking like celebrity gossip and starts becoming part of a public figure's legacy." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The public's reaction to the family drama, however, remains open to interpretation. While some experts believe the repeated rejection of Pitt's surname could become part of his public legacy, others contend the developments may instead generate sympathy for the Oscar-winning actor."One of the primary things that parents should focus on in a divorce is the well-being of the child, and that often means striving for the child to have a healthy relationship with both parents," Jordan Matthews told Fox News Digital.The entertainment attorney for Los Angeles-based Holtz Matthews LLP argued that while the decision to drop Pitt's last name was "highly personal," it is likely to leave many members of the public "sympathetic to Pitt's position." Prince William, Kate Middleton wrestled with major decision over Prince George's future: expert Prince William and Kate Middleton wrestled with a major decision about Prince George's future.Katie Nicholl, Vanity Fair's royal correspondent and co-host of "The Royals Uncensored," first reported that Prince George received "no special treatment" and had to pass Eton College's entrance exams just like every other applicant.Kensington Palace recently announced that George, who turns 13 on July 22, will attend the prestigious boarding school where his father and uncle, Prince Harry, were educated. PRINCE WILLIAM AND KATE MIDDLETON 'CAUTIOUS' ABOUT WHICH ROYAL APPEARANCES THEIR CHILDREN MAKE: SOURCE "I had been reporting for a while that Eton was the top choice," Nicholl told Fox News Digital. "Although behind the scenes, I think there was a bit of yo-yoing about whether it was the right choice. You've got to remember that George will one day be king. And, of course, William and Catherine are thinking about the future. They're thinking about creating a very modern monarchy that feels relevant.""One of the things they were discussing was whether Eton was the right choice because it's very much traditional, steeped in years of history and heritage and very much seen as an 'old boys' club.' They weren't sure if that was the right look for Prince George, or at least Catherine had her reservations."Nicholl reported that Kate was initially "on the fence" about Eton. On her "short list" was her alma mater, the coed Marlborough College. However, "it is understood that, from the outset, William was very keen for his eldest son to be educated at Eton." WATCH: PRINCE GEORGE EARNED ETON COLLEGE SPOT WITH 'NO SPECIAL TREATMENT': EXPERT Fox News Digital reached out to Kensington Palace for comment."I think that on this one, William was pushing hard for Eton, and they did flip-flop over the issue of where to send George," royal expert Charlotte Griffiths told Nicholl. "Ultimately, it would have been a joint decision, but William always wanted Eton and thinks it's the right place for George. It breeds leaders." British royals expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital that Eton College holds particular sentimental value for William. People magazine previously reported that after William's mother, Princess Diana , died in 1997 at age 36, Eton provided stability for the grieving prince. He also developed a close bond with housemaster Andrew Gailey, and several friends from Eton remain close members of his inner circle."Eton, being in proximity to Windsor Castle, enabled him to walk over on Sundays for tea or lunch with his beloved grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II ," Fordwich explained. "This provided him with a natural and casual way to receive guidance directly from her. No doubt Princess Catherine and Prince William are also anticipating staying close to Prince George in a similar manner.""Additionally, Eton is well-versed in protecting its students from media scrutiny with global elites in attendance," Fordwich noted.According to Nicholl, it was an easy choice for George, who was eager to follow in his father's footsteps. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "I revealed in Vanity Fair that he had to sit [through] the assessments and the exams, pass all of those, just like everyone else who applied," said Nicholl."There was no special treatment. And I think there is just a sense of great relief that the decision has been made, the place has been accepted, and Prince George will be starting Eton in September. I know that William's absolutely delighted, and George, I'm told, is very proud to be going too.""William and George are very close, and William will be making sure George is well-prepared," Griffiths also said in Nicholl's reporting. "They will hunker down and spend the summer together in Norfolk before the big move to Eton. It's an exciting time for them all."Eton College, founded in 1440 by King Henry VI, costs about $80,000 a year, according to People magazine . It has educated generations of leaders, including 20 British prime ministers. It's also where George will likely meet many of his future peers before he becomes king.Royal broadcaster Ian Pelham Turner told Fox News Digital that Eton is known to teach its pupils "to be leaders, not followers.""George will make many friends for life," said Turner. "He will also see the value of the school playing a part in a collective of power-based individuals." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Other royal experts told Fox News Digital that the Prince and Princess of Wales likely learned lessons from King Charles III's experiences when considering George's future."The lessons the royals learned after sending the then-Prince Charles to Cheam and Gordonstoun, both of which he hated, are that balance is required, which William and Catherine are aware of," royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams told Fox News Digital."It's imperative that the decisions surrounding the futures of their children fit each child's character. George, from what we know, will relish Eton, and it is also near their home at Forest Lodge. Charles was sensitive and sent to a faraway school, which was a bad mistake.""Like both of his parents, Prince George is down to earth," Fordwich said. "From what I hear, he's a charming, well-mannered, kind-hearted, yet reserved young man."Royal author Robert Jobson told the U.K.'s Daily Mail that George is eager to take on the challenge. Jobson reported that George asked his parents if he could try boarding at Lambrook School, where he attends with his younger siblings, Princess Charlotte, 11, and Prince Louis, 8."Prince William and Catherine have consistently tried to remove the unnecessary trappings of royalty while preserving the institution itself," Kinsey Schofield, host of YouTube's "Kinsey Schofield Unfiltered," told Fox News Digital."They aren't pretending Prince George is an ordinary child," she said. "That would be absurd. But they're also avoiding the sort of visible favoritism that feeds the outdated narrative that royals believe different rules apply to them. It's modernization through restraint rather than reinvention."Schofield said William and Kate are raising George to embrace responsibility, not royal privilege."William and Catherine appear determined to teach George that being king is about responsibility, not entitlement," Schofield said. "By denying him unnecessary special treatment now, they're strengthening his credibility decades before he ever wears the crown.""They understand that the monarchy survives because the public believes the family lives by many of the same rules everyone else does," she continued. "While George will never have a normal life, they seem determined not to manufacture unnecessary exceptions just because they can. That message is politically valuable and, honestly, good parenting ."While Kate may have initially questioned whether Eton was the right fit for her son, the Princess of Wales is now fully behind the decision as she and William continue to prioritize humility over privilege."There is no avoiding George's royal lineage," said Fordwich. "Nevertheless, he has been brought up with solid family values . There are zero accounts of him ever behaving in an entitled manner because he hasn't been pampered at all." Jelly Roll's daughter fiercely denies cheating rumors, days after divorce from Bunnie Xo finalized Jelly Roll's daughter fiercely defended her family, days after his divorce from Bunnie Xo was finalized.Bailee Ann, 18, staunchly denied infidelity rumors between the former couple during a TikTok livestream Sunday.The "Son of a Sinner" singer  petitioned Tennessee courts  for a divorce May 18, according to documents obtained by Fox News Digital. A judge finalized the end to their marriage Friday. JELLY ROLL, BUNNIE XO HINTED AT DIVORCE WEEKS BEFORE THE NEWS BROKE WITH CRYPTIC LYRICS AND MISSING RINGS He listed the date of separation as May 9 and cited irreconcilable differences."Nobody cheated," Bailee said on the livestream, according to People . "Period. [Get] the f--- out of my comments, my DMs, my live with that s---, I don't care, I don't want to talk about it."She told her followers they had "no f---ing idea what happened, and wait 'til y'all find out," before threatening that "the internet in totality is about to f---ing crumble the day that I open my mouth." BUNNIE XO SAYS SHE FUNDED JELLY ROLL'S EARLY CAREER BY 'TURNING TRICKS' WHILE REFLECTING ON DIVORCE "It's not a difference in f---ing opinions," she said. "Nobody else lived in it. So don't f---ing even. I'm for real so done. Good? Everybody good? We're on the same page? Cool."Bunnie Xo and Jelly Roll (born Jason DeFord) have fiercely defended their private relationship after  news of their split broke  the internet with accusations of cheating.Terms of their settlement remain confidential. However, People reported the former couple will split their assets, including homes, cars, an aircraft and any intellectual property.Additionally, the "Save Me" singer will make a "one-time, confidential lump sum payment to Bunnie, so there will be no alimony claims to be made in court," the outlet reported. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Bunnie, who's full name is  Alisa DeFord, recently gave her social media followers a tour of her new Nashville-area home, which included hidden stairways, multiple massive closets, opulent floral rooms, an outdoor shower and an infinity pool.Of the many topics discussed in her since-scrubbed "divorce" podcast episode, Bunnie admitted her past life as a high-end escort funded their lifestyle when they first dated. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "When Jay and I first got together, we were two kids who literally had nothing," Bunnie said of her ex. "Everybody always likes to say that I had all the money when we first got together, and I did this for him and I did that for him. And, I mean, I had sugar daddies at the time that were paying for all of this.""Like, we have - and I'm not trying to take the, the light off of what I did for him - but, like, we were still in the streets. We were making money as it came."It wasn't like I was over here just sitting on f---ing a million dollars and was taking care of him. Like, I was turning tricks to pay our bills and to get lawyers and to travel and to, you know, go on tour and stuff like that."The former couple tied the knot in August 2016 during a whirlwind Las Vegas ceremony after meeting the previous year. She became a stepmom to the country singer's daughter, Bailee, and son, Noah. LeAnn Rimes shares naked hot tub photo with Eddie Cibrian on road trip from California to Nashville LeAnn Rimes is spending her road trip from California back home to Nashville naked in a hot tub with her husband, Eddie Cibrian.On Tuesday, Rimes took to Instagram to document their journey. In the carousel of images, the singer and actress shared a photo at the end of her post, taken from behind. Cibrian had his arm around her while she sat naked in the hot tub, taking in the scenic view."The last picture is what its ALL about. @leannrimes ❤️," one user commented, referencing the hot tub photo. Another added, "The last photo with you and @eddiecibrian just warms my heart!""turns out, a cross country road trip with a horse trailer, a mystery tractor-ish thing, far too many bags and enough snacks to cross several countries was always going to produce some good footage," Rimes captioned her post. "there were questionable roadside sightings, car karaoke, a LOT of gas station potty breaks, incredible food and a few moments that probably should've stayed off camera... but didn't." LEANN RIMES POSES IN RED BIKINI IN CABO, SHARES EMOTIONAL MESSAGE ABOUT 'HEART-WRENCHING' FAMILY ISSUES The "Blue" singer included a link to her substack, which had a more in-depth write-up of their road trip.Rimes and Cibrian have been married since April 2011, but their relationship began under intense public scrutiny. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The pair met in 2008 while filming the Lifetime movie "Northern Lights," when Rimes was married to former backup dancer Dean Sheremet and Cibrian was married to "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" alum Brandi Glanville.News of their affair became public in 2009, leading to the end of both marriages and making the couple one of Hollywood's most talked-about scandals. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Despite years of tabloid attention and backlash over how their romance began, Rimes and Cibrian remained together, becoming engaged in December 2010 before tying the knot in a private California ceremony attended by about 40 guests, including Cibrian's two sons, Mason and Jake, from his marriage to Glanville.This spring, the couple celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary. Ella Langley joins music royalty with 'insane' milestone for 'Choosin' Texas' Ella Langley likely has a smile written on her face.Her "Choosin' Texas" anthem placed at No. 1 on the  Billboard Hot 100 charts , its 14th week at the top, tying a record with two iconic hits.Langley, 27, called the career milestone "insane" in a post shared on Instagram stories shortly after earning the spot. ELLA LANGLEY SUFFERS WARDROBE MALFUNCTION WHILE OPENING FOR MORGAN WALLEN IN BALTIMORE The country ballad first topped the Hot 100 in February and now matches Mariah Carey 's "We Belong Together" and Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You" for most weeks at No. 1 among non-holiday titles by women with no male-billed acts.In addition, "Choosing Texas" ties Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" for second-longest ranking hit.Langley broke onto the country music scene nearly a decade ago and released her debut studio album, "Hungover," in 2024. MORGAN WALLEN AND ELLA LANGLEY HOLD THE TOP TWO ALBUM SPOTS IN AMERICA FOR FIRST HALF OF 2026 The catalog brought her immediate accolades with hits, including "You Look Like You Love Me" and "Weren't for the Wind" both reaching No. 1 on country charts.Her sophomore release, "Dandelion," debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 200 upon its release in April."Choosin' Texas" not only capped the Billboard Hot 100, but recently earned Langley the title of first female artist to simultaneously top the Hot 100, Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay charts. MIRANDA LAMBERT DELIVERS STRAIGHT-SHOOTING ADVICE TO RISING COUNTRY STAR IN SURPRISE BATHROOM ENCOUNTER The "Dandelion" title was inspired by the sturdy plant which is known to withstand challenging environments."I learned that dandelion tea is actually a natural detox for the liver," Ella told Billboard ahead of the release. "So, a record called 'Dandelion' after a record called hungover made all the sense in the world to me. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "I've never poured more of myself into a project, into a song, into an idea, and it's fallen out so beautifully. It's about learning yourself, making mistakes and realizing that it's all just part of life."I want this record to be something that fans can relate to but also something they want to get up and dance to at the same time. To me, this record feels like fireflies in the summertime. It feels like windows down on a red dirt road. It feels like the best kind of Sunday afternoon. It feels like those days I remember as a kid where it felt like there weren't enough hours in the day. This record is really a love letter to that."Langley served as executive producer on the album and co-wrote "Choosin' Texas" alongside Miranda Lambert , Luke Dick and JoyBeth Taylor. 'Godzilla vs. Kong' actress Kaylee Hottle dead at 18 Kaylee Hottle has died , Fox News Digital can confirm.The 18-year-old deaf actress, known for her role in "Godzilla vs. Kong," died Tuesday morning in a car accident. TMZ reported that her father revealed the crash occurred in Maryland during a nearly 23-minute livestream, explaining in American Sign Language that he flew from Texas to claim Kaylee's body. HOLLYWOOD STARS WHO DIED IN 2026 Joshua Hottle said he was told Kaylee had been involved in a car accident. Officials later informed him that her heart stopped on the way to the hospital.Before landing her first feature film role, Kaylee appeared in commercials and advocacy projects promoting deaf awareness.A Virginia native born into a multigenerational deaf family, she quickly became a rising talent and an advocate for greater representation in entertainment. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Hottle landed the role of Jia in "Godzilla vs. Kong" in 2021.She reprised the role three years later in " Godzilla x Kong : The New Empire," reuniting with the franchise as Jia's connection to Kong remained central to the story. The sequel expanded her character's role and further showcased her signing throughout the film.Her authentic performance as Jia, a deaf girl who shares a unique bond with Kong, earned widespread praise and helped increase representation of deaf actors in major Hollywood productions.Though her acting career had only recently begun, she left a lasting impact through her performances and her advocacy for greater inclusion in Tinseltown. Shania Twain says she's finally 'getting it right' in her 60s after starting life 'on the tough side' Shania Twain is looking back on her long journey from an impoverished childhood in rural Canada to international superstardom and finally coming to terms with her past in her 60s.During a recent interview with "CBS Mornings," the 60-year-old singer opened up about her difficult upbringing and how she has gained a new outlook later in life."I started life out a little bit on the tough side," Twain said. "In my 60s now, I feel like I've really gotten it, or I'm just now getting all of that right."When asked by CBS correspondent Seth Doane about why her 60s had given her that perspective, Twain had a simple answer. SHANIA TWAIN'S LIQUID DIET HELPS HER AVOID A 'NIGHTMARE' CONCERT MISHAP "You know what it is? It's called time," she said. "I'd love to have been able to get it right in my 50s, but I just - that wasn't enough time. I needed to be in my 60s to start getting it right, you know?"Born Eilleen Regina Edwards in Windsor, Ontario, Twain was raised in the small town of Timmins by her mother, Sharon, and adoptive father Jerry Twain after her biological parents divorced when she was 2 years old. TAYLOR HICKS CREDITS FAITH AND BLUE-COLLAR BIRMINGHAM ROOTS FOR KEEPING HIM GROUNDED AFTER 'AMERICAN IDOL' WIN Twain's family struggled financially, and the singer has spoken candidly about growing up in poverty and witnessing domestic abuse at home.While speaking with "CBS Mornings," Twain recalled that she was forced to grow up quickly, taking on burdens that far exceeded those of a typical child."When I was younger, I was so over-responsible for the household," she remembered. "My mother was depressed a lot of the time. She spent a lot of her days in bed. She lived off coffee and cigarettes that I would bring her in bed just to see if she was still alive." VANILLA ICE SAYS HE NEARLY JOINED THE '27 CLUB' BEFORE QUITTING DRUGS FOR GOOD "There was a lot of violence in the house," Twain added. "And we didn't eat well a lot of the times. We weren't clothed properly a lot of the time."Long before becoming one of country music's biggest stars, Twain performed in bars as a child to help support her family, including her mother, stepfather and four siblings.The singer shared that her early performing years led her to develop stage fright, which would plague her for most of her career regardless of her audience size."The amount of people is not necessarily what affected me over the years with stage fright," Twain said. "It was starting so young in bars that were, you know, I was 8 years old, and the bars were smoky, and everyone was intoxicated. I don't know what I'm actually singing about, because I'm singing about divorce, and I'm eight."Twain explained that she did not realize how deeply those experiences had shaped her until much later in life."This was just an uncomfortable place to be as a child, and I carried that with me," she said. "And only in my 50s, I finally just said, 'Whoa. I've got my voice. I have an audience. I have everything to just celebrate.' And the fear just dropped away."Twain's challenges did not end with her difficult childhood. In 1987, when she was 22, her mother and stepfather were killed in a car accident. While both Twain and her older sister Jill were already adults, their three younger siblings, including sister Carrie-Ann and brothers Mark and Darry, were underage and needed a legal guardian.At the time, Twain was trying to establish herself as a singer-songwriter after moving to Toronto to pursue music. However, Twain put her career on hold and moved back to Ontario to care for her younger siblings.During a 2023 appearance on "The Drew Barrymore Show," Twain recalled the difficulties that she faced after becoming her siblings' primary caregiver. GOLDIE HAWN THINKS KIDS LACK 'GRIT' FROM TOO MUCH SCREEN TIME, NOT ENOUGH REAL-WORLD PROBLEM SOLVING "That was a different type of parenting because now there was nobody to blame because now they're gone," she said. "All of a sudden, I'm responsible for making decisions about my parents' mortgage. I didn't know they had a mortgage, I didn't know what it was, I didn't know anything about how they ran their business or debts or insurance. I had to learn overnight. My parents died - three days later I'm in lawyer's offices and insurance company offices."Twain told "CBS Mornings" that with the benefit of time, she is now able to look back on those experiences with gratitude instead of focusing solely on the hardship."When I reflect back on those times, I'm reflecting on them from where I am now, which is a very good place," Twain said. "Like, I made it out of there. It's like, 'Whoa, I'm just celebrating all of that.' And what makes me feel so accomplished, is staying connected to where I came from. It's the contrast that makes it feel so good."After her siblings were older and living independently, Twain finally turned her attention back to her own dreams. In 1991, she moved to Nashville and signed a recording deal with the legendary country music label Mercury Nashville.Twain's breakthrough came in 1995 with the release of her Grammy-winning sophomore album, "The Woman in Me." Two years later, she skyrocketed to global fame with "Come On Over," the best-selling album by a female artist of all time. JANE SEYMOUR, 75, SHARES HOW SHE APPROACHES AGING WITH VITALITY: 'BEST I CAN BE' Over the course of her career, Twain has sold more than 100 million records worldwide, won five Grammy Awards and cemented her status as a country music icon.However, Twain faced new obstacles even after reaching superstardom, including divorce and a battle with Lyme disease.In 2003, she was diagnosed with Lyme disease, which affected her vocal cords and threatened her singing career. The ordeal contributed to a 15-year gap between studio albums before she returned with 2017's "Now," which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.In 2018, Twain underwent open-throat surgery and returned to touring. During her appearance on "CBS Mornings," she reflected on regaining her voice after her health struggles."Once I made a sound, it was just there," Twain recalled. "I feel lucky. I don't want to make it sound easy! It wasn't easy, it was a very long road, but I just feel very grateful and very lucky that I have it back.""I have more, like, of a fry to my voice, you know, a little gravel," she continued. "I don't mind that. I've embraced it. It's now part of my sound."Twain explained that she has adapted to the changes in her voice since resuming her career."I've taken a different approach to singing my older songs," she said. "In fact, I've found new placements in my voice that I enjoy, you know, that I didn't have before." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "I love to experiment. I think it's the same with any art form," Twain added. "You have to experiment a little bit to get just the right - whatever's satisfying you the most at that time, you know?"Twain recently fulfilled a longtime dream when she surprised fans with a performance at Toronto's legendary Horseshoe Tavern.After taking the stage on Friday night, she told the crowd , "I grew up in Northern Ontario and the dream in my little bar bands at the time, all through my youth and my teens, even in my 20s, was to play the Horseshoe Tavern.""But we weren't recognized ... we just weren't established enough, so we never made the hire here," she continued. "So this is my first time in the Horseshoe Tavern." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "I guess I've finally made it after all these years," Twain added as the crowd cheered. "It was really a big deal to be able to play the Horseshoe Tavern. We all talked about that up North, 'Oh, maybe someday we can play the Horseshoe Tavern.' And now I'm playing here. I feel like it's a very full-circle moment,""My home province, with all you beautiful people, in this historic bar. This is so historical. So it's a privilege to be here, finally."While speaking with "CBS Mornings," Twain explained how viewing her past struggles through a new lens had inspired her new album "Little Miss Twain.""'Little Miss Twain' is me, now, looking back at my child's self and the journey that child went through, from starting out in those bars at 8 years old, right up to when I got my recording contract in Nashville," she said.Though she acknowledged that it took decades to feel like she had"gotten it right," Twain said she is content with the timing."That's fine," she said. "I plan to live to be 200 anyway!" Prince William, Kate Middleton finally feel free to show affection in public: experts Prince William and Kate Middleton's increasingly affectionate public appearances have caught royal watchers' attention, with experts saying the couple are entering a happier, more relaxed chapter following a difficult few years.On William and Middleton's official Instagram account, the couple shared a photo of themselves embracing in a deep hug after completing the National Three Peaks Challenge for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.During the challenge, Middleton hiked the three tallest mountains in Scotland, England and Wales, which raised money for the charity which directly supports The Royal Marsden - the hospital she received her cancer treatment from.Just a few days later, the Prince and Princess of Wales were spotted holding hands at the DMMI Royal Charity Polo Cup 2026. PRINCE WILLIAM REFUSES TO QUIT HOBBY THAT TERRIFIES KATE MIDDLETON: EXPERTS rget=_new href="https://hilaryfordwich.strelmark.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> Hilary Fordwich, British royals expert , told Fox News Digital that the up in PDA "shows a wonderful steadiness in their relationship" and family cohesion."Which bodes so well for the future of the monarchy and traditional marital loyalty under intense media scrutiny," she continued. KING CHARLES KEPT PRINCE WILLIAM, KATE MIDDLETON IN THE DARK ABOUT SECRET HARRY AND MEGHAN REUNION: REPORT Fordwich continued, "We can see first-hand genuine affection but still with a degree of restraint. It is so reassuring as their solid marriage is the foundation of their stable household, which is greatly appreciated after not only the divorce of Prince William's parents but of his uncle and aunt."She pointed out that their marriage "hasn't changed over time," but it has strengthened as they become more comfortable as the future king and queen."No doubt their sharing the stress and strains of Princess Catherine's cancer has had a great part in this as well as the tremendous outpouring of public affection seeing her healthy return has buoyed her spirits immensely," Fordwich said. "Due to the response from the public at large, she feels ever more at ease publicly and more confident too."The British royal expert shared that Middleton and William are not only hands-on with each other, but also with their kids. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "In private, they share family and household roles. They purposely don't have an extensive staff. They both want to be hands-on with all their three children & have embraced this together. It has drawn them ever more closer," she concluded.Helena Chard, British broadcaster and photographer, told Fox News Digital that the public displays of affection mirror Middleton's "real sense of renewal and being truly thankful for another chance" after her cancer battle in 2024."Together, they feel very lucky. Their experience seems to have brought them even closer. The warmth and ease we see publicly isn't about grand gestures, it's about two people who don't take a single day together for granted. At the heart of it is partnership, family and a shared determination to make the most of what matters most," Chard said.She continued, "The Prince and Princess of Wales have grown into themselves. Older, wiser, and more assured, they're stepping purposefully into their future roles. They're grounded, comfortable, and they balance each other beautifully." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER William and Middleton's love story began in 2001 when they met as students at the University of St Andrews in Scotland. After years of dating, including a brief split in 2007 that ultimately strengthened their relationship, William proposed during a trip to Kenya in 2010 with Princess Diana's iconic sapphire engagement ring.The couple married in a globally televised ceremony at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011, and have since built a family with their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. They celebrated 15 years of marriage this spring. Sydney Sweeney shares bikini and underwear photos in Instagram dump from Australia trip Sydney Sweeney's latest photo dump includes an up-close and personal shot of her bikini top and casually brushing her teeth in her underwear.Over the weekend, the SYRN founder uploaded 20 images to Instagram from her latest trip to Australia, where she is filming Netflix's live-action "Gundam" movie . "a little aussie dump," the 28-year-old captioned her post.While brushing her teeth, Sweeny snapped a photo of herself in a gray cardigan, buttoned half-way down. She wore a pair of her SYRN underwear, which were blue with white lace.In another photo, Sweeney wore a black-and-white gingham printed bikini top that had red rose details throughout. She only included her lips and part of her stomach in the very close-up shot. SYDNEY SWEENEY FIRES BACK AT 'EUPHORIA' CRITICS WITH PROVOCATIVE BEHIND-THE-SCENES PHOTOS Sweeney started her post with a selfie and included shots from an indoor rock climbing session. Sweeney also shared a photo of her German Shepherd, Sully Bear, on a private plane.She also included several pictures with her boyfriend, Scooter Braun . One shot showed the pair standing outside a helicopter and another was a selfie of the 45-year-old former talent manager kissing Sweeney on the cheek. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The happy couple also recreated the iconic "Titanic" pose while on the bow of a boat.AdvertisementSweeney and Braun have quietly become one of Hollywood's most talked-about couples after first being linked in September 2025. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER The relationship began several months after Sweeney ended her engagement to longtime partner Jonathan Davino, while Braun had been divorced from entrepreneur Yael Cohen since 2022. Early reports described the romance as casual, but by the end of 2025, sources close to the couple told People that their relationship had become serious and committed.Throughout 2026, Sweeney and Braun became increasingly comfortable sharing glimpses of their relationship with the public. After keeping their romance largely private for months, they made things Instagram official in the spring. Brad Paisley says Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce threw 'one of the least pretentious weddings' ever Despite hosting roughly 1,000 guests, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce kept their wedding refreshingly down-to-earth, according to one country music star.Brad Paisley praised the couple's July 3 nuptials as refreshingly humble, calling the event of the decade "one of the least pretentious weddings" he'd ever attended."I took this personally when I got the invite, because in the invite, it said, 'If you're getting this, you mean a lot to us,'" Paisley told The Associated Press. "And it was really fun to watch the cat-and-mouse game of like, 'We can tell you roughly where it's gonna be. We're not gonna say what building... And here's the date, and if you're in, we'll tell you more.' And I was like, I went to my wife, I said, 'Want to go?' She's like, 'Absolutely. We've gotta be there.' So we did it. It was RSVP yes." TAYLOR SWIFT AND TRAVIS KELCE'S WEDDING LEAKS SNOWBALL AS GUESTS REVEAL INSIDE DETAILS "Ironically, one of the least pretentious weddings I've ever seen, or ever will see," he added. "And so, yeah, it meant a lot to be... It was kind of a big thank you from her to invite us."Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Camille Kostek echoed Paisley's sentiment, recalling a phone-free reception where guests danced for hours alongside fellow celebrities."I think we didn't have phones, and there was no sense of time in there," Kostek explained to Fox News Digital while attending Sports Illustrated Beyond the Pitch on July 18 alongside top athletes, celebrities and tastemakers during the World Cup. "I think I was probably on the dance floor for five straight hours. Shoes came off. It was so much fun." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Kostek recalled sharing the dance floor with country star Chris Stapleton and spotting Oscar-winning actress Julia Roberts during what she described as a memorable night."I didn't dance next to Taylor, she was up on stage, and I was like dancing from afar with her," Kostek added. Swift and Kelce married  on July 3 in front of 1,000 guests at Madison Square Garden, a representative for the pop star told Fox News Digital. The two opted not to have a traditional wedding party, instead choosing to have Swift's brother as her "Man of Honor" and Kelce's brother as his "Best Man." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The couple prioritized privacy throughout the celebration, taking steps to keep the ceremony and reception out of the public eye. People reported guests were asked to place their phones in individual locked glass boxes upon arrival, with each person receiving a key to access their devices later.The couple also shielded the event from outside view by covering Madison Square Garden's windows with drapes. Guests remained inside their vehicles as they drove into an enclosed arrival tent, where they exited their cars before being privately escorted into the venue.Swift's representative revealed to Fox News Digital that the couple's wedding ceremony looks were designed by Jonathan Anderson of Christian Dior Haute Couture. The happy couple both wore white, and the "Life of a Showgirl" singer accessorized with Cartier. Ella Langley suffers wardrobe malfunction while opening for Morgan Wallen in Baltimore Ella Langley isn't stuck in the past or worried about tomorrow after suffering a wardrobe malfunction on stage.The "Be Her" singer kept her cool after her entire dress became unzipped just minutes into her opening set for Morgan Wallen on his "Still the Problem" tour over the weekend.Langley, 27, handled the mishap with ease and slipped into a Baltimore Ravens jersey before picking up her guitar and carrying on with the show at M&T Bank Stadium. MORGAN WALLEN POKES FUN AT ELLA LANGLEY'S ONSTAGE MIX-UP, THEN REPEATS IT The "Choosing Texas" singer was dressed to impress as she took the stage wearing her signature sparkling pink gown covered in fringe.In videos circulating online, Langley eagerly covered up in the purple football jersey as rain poured down on the stage.The country star addressed the incident with her social media followers on Sunday. ELLA LANGLEY TURNS 63-YEAR-OLD FORMER NFL HEAD COACH INTO 'ELLA FELLA' "Yesterday, my entire dress came unzipped on song #2 in a 60-minute set in the pouring down rain in a stadium full of people," Langley wrote on Instagram stories with the Stone Temple Pilots song "Wonderful" playing in the background.Former Ravens defensive coordinator Rex Ryan declared his love for the country star on social media, and admitted he was officially part of the "Ella Fella" fan club. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Look, I've been around football my whole life. I've coached in Baltimore, won a lot of games, and seen some incredible performances But let me tell you something...Ella Langley had Baltimore in the palm of her hand tonight. As the kids say, I'm officially an Ella Fella. I don't make the rules," he wrote on X.Langley didn't let the wardrobe snafu ruin her weekend or her continued rise in super stardom . LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Her "Choosing Texas" anthem placed at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts , marking not only its 14th week at the top, but also tying a record with two iconic hits.The country ballad first topped the Hot 100 in February, and now matches Mariah Carey 's "We Belong Together" and Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You" for most weeks at No. 1 among non-holiday titles by women with no male-billed acts.In addition, "Choosing Texas" ties Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" for second-longest ranking hit. 'Game of Thrones' star Lena Headey says outrage over infamous nude scene left her stunned More than 10 years after one of television's most talked-about scenes, Lena Headey set the record straight about a decision that sparked backlash far beyond Westeros.Headey pulled back the curtain on the backlash that erupted after Cersei Lannister's infamous "Walk of Atonement" in " Game of Thrones ," revealing she still found the outrage baffling."I was really shocked by the anger, by this idea that I'd duped the audience," Headey told The Telegraph . "But by that point everyone knew [the cast], it was insane simply going anywhere, and I was with 3,000 extras." 'OFF CAMPUS' STAR ELLA BRIGHT ADDRESSES AGE CONCERNS OVER INTIMATE SCENES IN PROVOCATIVE SERIES She explained that while acting is "a joy," the scale of filming the scene would have made it impossible for her to fully inhabit the emotional performance if she had also been worrying about being naked in front of thousands of people."I wouldn't have been able to do the emotional part of the job," she told the outlet. "I'd have been in full-on defensive mode."Looking back, Headey said she was in a very different position than many younger actresses entering the industry. Her experience on set gave her the confidence to set boundaries she doesn't believe everyone feels comfortable asserting. GOLDIE HAWN SOUNDS THE ALARM ON CHILDHOOD CELEBRITY CULTURE: 'ALL I CAN SAY IS IT'S A NIGHTMARE' "By that point, I'd been through the wringer," the actress said. "I could stand up for myself. I'm not saying those actresses couldn't, but they were much younger and more vulnerable, and had far less experience of being in front of people and the camera and performing. Whereas I was of an age where I'd just tit about and diffuse anything uncomfortable with idiocy."At the time, Headey told Entertainment Weekly some viewers believed she was "less of an actress" because she didn't perform the nudity herself."I've done nudity. I'm not averse to it," she explained in 2016. "But I know I'm a very emotional actor and I get really driven by that. In order to do my job, I allow myself to be really vulnerable. I don't know any other way to do my job. Things really affect me. And the thought of being naked for three days and trying to contain her in the way she would be I think I would feel very angry. I didn't want to be angry. I don't think Cersei would be angry. I did what I thought she would do, emotionally."Headey praised body double Rebecca Van Cleave for taking on the physically demanding role, acknowledging that appearing nude on camera was far from easy. She also said being a mother and an established public figure made filming the nude portions herself feel like more than she was willing to take on."I didn't phone it in," she noted of her performance. "I was actually there for three days with Rebecca." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER For Headey, the controversy also reflected a much bigger issue she believes many actresses faced early in their careers."There was this rite of passage all young female actors had to go through, which usually involved snogging and falling in love, and having sex and showing your boobs," she told The Telegraph. "They'd call them the ingénue parts, to make it sound nicer."The "300" actress admitted she rarely questioned those expectations when she was starting out because she was simply grateful to be working."But I just got on with it," she explained. "I didn't go to drama school, so I would just arrive on a set and be, 'Oh my God, I've got a job.' And when it came to those moments, I don't think I even questioned that I should be safe. Instead, I'd go home and cry, or think, 'Oh, that felt weird and too familiar.' Now I look back and feel, 'Hmm, that was rough.'" LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Those experiences ultimately changed the way Headey viewed power dynamics throughout the entertainment industry."The weird protection that we offer predatory men in the business because of the disproportionate power they wield, set against the need among vulnerable actresses to work to put food on the table to get the job - it makes me very angry. A job can be completely soured by one person who, for some reason, is allowed to get away with it."She said the #MeToo movement exposed how widespread those experiences were and believes younger actresses today are far more willing to reject situations that make them uncomfortable."The attitude today is, 'I'm not f---ing doing that,'" she emphasized. Hayden Panettiere defends giving up custody of her daughter despite intense 'emotional pain' Hayden Panettiere is opening up about what she calls the most painful decision she's ever made as a mother.In her memoir, " This Is Me: A Reckoning," the "Nashville" alum opens up about why she gave full custody of her daughter, Kaya, to her ex-fiancé, Wladimir Klitschko. Panettiere reveals that her 11-year-old daughter has lived with her father since 2018."I just knew that if I wanted to... I knew how bad a place I was in," the actress told Fox News Digital. "I hid it from my daughter as much as I could." HAYDEN PANETTIERE SAYS FILMING 'NASHVILLE' WAS LIKE LIVING THROUGH ADDICTION TWICE "When I saw her in the environment over there (in Europe) and the support system that she had, I said to myself, 'If I fight, if I go to war about this, it's going to permanently damage my child. It's going to be incredibly public. She's got two very famous parents, and it's going to be ugly.'""I said, 'You know what? Let her grow up here,'" she said. "I will travel here as much as I can. I know she's safe. I know she's well taken care of - beyond well taken care of. She has an incredible life. And I also knew that there would be a day when she would come back to me.""I tried to numb myself," the 36-year-old admitted. "It was very hard to wrap my mind around the pain, the emotional pain of that. But you keep putting one foot in front of the other somehow." WATCH: HAYDEN PANETTIERE EXPLAINS THE MENTAL AND PHYSICAL CHALLENGES OF MAKING NEW THRILLER 'SLEEPWALKER' In the book, Panettiere wrote that not being under the same roof as Kaya has been "the most gut-wrenching experience of my life.""... I grieve that I'm not the mother I thought I'd be and definitely not the mother I want to be (trust me, no one should ever have to raise a child on FaceTime), and although I miss Kaya so much, my heart aches, I know how blessed I am to be her mom."Panettiere reflected on filming "Nashville" while navigating a difficult pregnancy, which was ultimately written into her character Juliette Barnes' storyline.Panettiere's pregnancy was marked by a series of frightening health scares. She described how doctors spotted concerning abnormalities during prenatal scans and warned that Kaya might have microcephaly. The actress sought solace in Hawaii, a place she has long considered a refuge.While she was there, Klitschko shared a Ukrainian tradition for good luck, urging her to kneel before a tree, hold onto it and "thank God for everything He has given you and pray for what you need."Weeks later, Panettiere endured a life-threatening delivery. During her C-section, doctors called a "code crimson" after her blood wouldn't clot and her uterus became infected. She underwent three hours of emergency surgery. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "I almost passed away while having my daughter," Panettiere told Fox News Digital. "I had seven blood transfusions. I didn't know if I was going to make it."During her recovery, Panettiere struggled to bond with her daughter."You hear these stories from your friends about their experiences, and they're so positive," she said. "They also tell you about 'the baby blues.' At first, I thought, 'I just have the baby blues.' But it just kept going and going, deeper and deeper, worse and worse. And the doctors wouldn't even diagnose me with anything. My way of trying to cope with it was drinking because of the anxiety and the inability to sleep.""You are just discontent and unhappy all the time," Panettiere said. "You just feel like it's really dark. It doesn't make rational sense. It's not logical. And yet, you're trying to make sense of it. But when it's going on for 10 months afterward, you're like, there's something seriously wrong."In the memoir, Panettiere recalled enduring "long days of nothingness stretching before me" as anxiety took over, becoming "the hulking monster that sits in your chest and erases your confidence and motivation." Despite having "everything I've ever wanted," she remained deeply "unhappy."She self-medicated with alcohol. The actress entered treatment for the first time when Kaya was 4 months old after realizing her drinking had spiraled out of control. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "When you wake up in the morning and the first thing you're thinking about is having a drink, it's a problem," Panettiere said.Panettiere realized she needed treatment."I just knew that I had to get help, do it for myself. I knew I was no good in the condition that I was in. I did everything that I could, and I came out sober, but I was still struggling with postpartum. But I was the one who asked to go to treatment."Panettiere said she reached a breaking point and realized she needed professional help after alcohol became her way of coping with persistent postpartum depression following childbirth ."I talked to my daughter's father about it, and I was like, 'I need help, professional help. I need somebody to fix me because this depression for the rest of my... is it ever going to go away? Is this the new normal? Am I going to have to just understand that I'm going to always be depressed for the rest of my life?' So when I went to treatment, it was me going, 'I'm at my breaking point. I need intervention. I need professionals. I need somebody to guide me through this.'"In the book, Panettiere wrote that in 2015, the anxiety "crept back in, then overtook me," buzzing "like a fluorescent light, keeping me reactive, on edge and full of dread." She became reliant on prescription medication to help her cope.As Panettiere continued battling addiction and mental health challenges, her relationship with Klitschko unraveled. In 2018, he presented her with papers seeking full custody of Kaya, telling her, "I want full custody. I worry about Kaya when she's with you."Panettiere defended herself, insisting their daughter was always surrounded by loving caregivers and that she had "never been drunk and alone with Kaya" while she was in her care. Even so, she ultimately chose not to contest the custody arrangement, writing that she believed it was the best decision for Kaya while she worked to rebuild her life."I was mortified when I saw stories like 'Hayden Panettiere gave up her daughter,'" she said."I was heartbroken. It's not like I live for other people's opinions of me, but I'm also a human being. Everyone wants to be understood. And I had to tell myself every day that she's in an amazing environment. She's learning different languages. She's passionate about horseback riding. She has friends, she has a great support system.""I felt like I made the right call," she reflected. "I've seen who she is and she's an incredible human being. Something must have gone right."Panettiere wrote that she has an "incredibly strong" bond with Kaya. HAYDEN PANETTIERE SAYS GROWING UP IN HOLLYWOOD MADE HER 'VERY PROTECTIVE' OF KIDS ON SET "I travel a lot to Europe, and I spend a lot of time on FaceTime with her," she explained. "And Wlad and I have a good relationship. We made a promise to each other that we would never say a bad word about each other to our child. That was something that I grew up with. And we've stuck to that.""She's 11 now, so time is flying," Panettiere said. "I feel like she's becoming more and more curious about me, my life and who I am. We're so similar. She is me. I understand her in a way that nobody else can."Today, Panettiere said she's doing "great" and hopes sharing her story will encourage other mothers suffering in silence to seek help."I feel connected to myself," she said. "I feel like I'm taking good care of myself, checking in with myself. And I have a laundry list of things I would love to accomplish and create. I feel more connected with myself than I ever have before." Jennifer Lopez reveals what makes a man 'sexy' to her Jennifer Lopez revealed what she finds sexiest in a man.The singer and actress shared her thoughts on it during her performance at the Dolce & Gabbana show in Taormina, Sicily, on Thursday."But you know what really makes a man attractive? It's not the watch. It's not the car. It's not the private jet. It really isn't, although that's nice," the 56-year-old star began."It's nice. It's seeing them make the bed in the morning or wash the dishes for you when you're tired at night. That's what's sexy. Now that's what I call sexy," she continued. TIM ALLEN REVEALS THE ONE THING THAT HAS SAVED HIS NEARLY 20-YEAR MARRIAGE TO JANE HAJDUK "Cause ladies, you know, we do all the things. We do all the things," Lopez concluded.According to People magazine , the audience laughed and applauded her. JENNIFER LOPEZ TAKES BLAME FOR BEN AFFLECK DIVORCE, SAYS SHE NEEDED TO 'FIGURE' HERSELF OUT AFTER SPLIT Lopez performed a number of her songs, including "Love Don't Cost a Thing," "Waiting For Tonight," "Let's Get Loud," "Ain't Your Mama" and "Save Me Tonight."The mother of two wore a sparkling bodysuit for her performance.Prior to speaking about what she finds sexiest in men, Lopez had a playful exchange with one of her backup dancers, per People. JENNIFER ANISTON SUPPORTS JUSTIN THEROUX BABY NEWS AS A-LISTERS TURN BREAK-UPS INTO FRIENDSHIPS "Fix my hair OK. Fix my hair. But the rest of you, get out of here. You're broke. I don't need you. I don't need your money. I don't need your gifts. That's right," she told him.She then added: "You know, people look at me, they look at me for years, and they think I'm expensive. You see my sparkly cup. And I am, I am expensive. You see my sparkly cup. And I am, I am expensive," she said with a laugh."I am, but I have my own money. Ladies, am I right? We don't need anybody to buy us anything. We don't. We want them to, sometimes that's nice."Recently, Lopez opened up about why her most recent divorce ended up being "the best thing" for her.During an interview on SiriusXM's "The Howard Stern Show," the star discussed her 2024 divorce from Ben Affleck, detailing what she learned from the split."When I got divorced this last time, it was the best thing that ever happened to me," she explained. "Because it really made me journey into - I mean, I had a religious coach. I had a therapist, a couple's therapist, an individual therapist. I had a coach to understand addiction . I had everything. I was like, 'I'm gonna f---in' figure this s--- out if it kills me.'" The "Hustlers" star has been married four times, including to Marc Anthony from 2004 to 2014, and to Affleck from 2022 to 2024."What I learned, it's not that I'm not lovable - it's that they're not capable ... They don't have it in them," she explained, adding, "And they gave me what they had. They gave me all of it, every time. All the rings, all the things I could ever want. The houses, the rings, the marriage. All of it. But...."After working through her divorce, Lopez noted she is "able to sit here in a much more self-assured, self-aware way" and reflect on everything that has happened in her life."Whether my mother, my father, in my own life, how I learned to love, how I felt neglected - all the things that are in your head as a person - and know who I am and just really appreciate that person," she said. "[I] feel really comfortable and good in being myself, all the good parts and all the kind of complicated things." 'Resurrection of the Christ' writer reveals Mel Gibson's dark spiritual warning about 'Passion' follow-up Mel Gibson's longtime collaborator Randall Wallace revealed the dark spiritual warning that the two-time Oscar winner gave him before they began writing the follow-up to "The Passion of the Christ."The 76-year-old screenwriter, who previously teamed up with the 70-year-old director and actor for 1995's "Braveheart," 2002's "We Were Soldiers" and 2016's "Hacksaw Ridge," co-wrote the screenplay for "The Resurrection of the Christ" with Gibson and his brother Donal Gibson.During a recent appearance on Raymond Arroyo's podcast "Arroyo Grande," Wallace recalled how he urged Gibson to tell the Resurrection story following the massive success of "The Passion of the Christ." MEL GIBSON'S 'RESURRECTION OF THE CHRIST' REVEALS FIRST PHOTOS AFTER LONG-AWAITED PASSION FOLLOW-UP "Mel didn't approach me. I approached him, actually," Wallace said of how they began working together on "The Resurrection of the Christ.""This is not to say that over the years, he hadn't thought many times about the Resurrection," Wallace continued. "In fact, in the original 'The Passion of the Christ,' the original cut didn't have the resurrection scene. He was getting feedback from people saying, 'We really want to see that.'"Wallace said Gibson ultimately decided to add the brief Resurrection scene that serves as "The Passion of the Christ's" closing epilogue.In the sequence, Jesus is seen rising, leaving the tomb, and revealing the wounds in his hands before the movie ends.Wallace told Arroyo that he proposed developing a feature-length film depicting the Resurrection while he and Gibson were on a promotional tour for "Hacksaw Ridge" in 2016."Having studied the Resurrection and being so consumed by it, I thought about it many times," Wallace recalled. "I didn't have anything to do with 'The Passion of the Christ.' When we were promoting 'Hacksaw Ridge,' we were sitting there talking about our lives, and I said, 'Look, you know, the story that you really need to tell is the Resurrection.'"Wallace went on to recount Gibson's reaction to his suggestion, remembering that the director believed the project could invite spiritual warfare."There was this long pause, and he said something profoundly beautiful. He said, 'If we do this, it can't be for the money, and it can't be to get back at people that have hated us or wronged us or been unhappy with us,'" Wallace recalled. "And I said, 'Amen to that.'""Then he said, 'You know, Satan's going to come after you,'" Wallace continued."I said, 'Well, you know, Satan doesn't really care about Baptists.' It's really good when Satan can get a Catholic. We're a dime a dozen," he said as Arroyo laughed."And of course, I was being facetious, but I was also thinking..." Wallace continued."What if he's right?" Arroyo interjected."Well, yeah," Wallace admitted."That's what I would be thinking," Arroyo said."We had a beautiful conversation about grace," Wallace recalled.Wallace told Arroyo that conversation with Gibson marked the beginning of their collaboration on "The Resurrection of the Christ.""I knew he had written 'The Passion,' was very much deeply involved in the writing of it. And I said, 'Look, let's partner up. I'll write a draft, give it to you, then we'll start tearing it up, go through it. You do your thing, I'll do mine. We'll work together, we'll work apart.' So we started that way," Wallace remembered.Gibson has previously said he, Wallace and Donal spent roughly six to eight years writing and refining the screenplay for "The Resurrection of the Christ," which will be split into two parts. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER In May, Gibson announced that production on the follow-up had been completed. "The Resurrection of the Christ: Part One" will be released May 6, 2027, on Ascension Day, the Christian holiday marking Jesus Christ's ascent into heaven 40 days after Easter Sunday. "The Resurrection of the Christ: Part Two" is scheduled to debut May 25, 2028, over Memorial Day weekend.In a press release, Gibson shared that the story was brought to the screen "exactly as I envisioned it.""I'm deeply grateful to my incredibly talented cast and crew for pouring their hearts into this production. Together, we created something powerful," Gibson said."This film represents a major part of my life's work, and it has demanded everything of me as a filmmaker and as an artist. This is far more than a film to me. It's a mission I've carried for over 20 years to tell what I believe is the most important story in human history," he added. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "The Passion of the Christ," which premiered in February 2004, depicted the final 12 hours of Jesus' life leading up to the crucifixion. Its graphic violence and subject matter made it one of that year's most controversial movies.The film was a smash hit, grossing more than $610 million worldwide on a reported $30 million budget. It also earned Academy Award nominations for its makeup, score and cinematography.While speaking with Arroyo, Wallace teased what audiences can expect from the long-awaited follow-up."His unique vision of the spiritual realm is really special," Wallace said of Gibson."The interesting thing is that, while in some ways - the ultimate movie - I want to keep it all secret about what's going to happen," he continued. "But the ultimate movie, in some ways, will have elements that people have never seen before.""In fact, in many ways, it'll be stuff nobody's ever seen," Wallace added. "And yet I believe it'll be, in a certain way, the most orthodox telling. It'll be the most consistent telling of the overall belief, the awe and the mystery that Christians experience when they experience the Resurrection." Matt Damon, Tom Cruise and Shakira headline packed celebrity crowd at World Cup final The celebrities came out in full force at the FIFA World Cup final match game on Sunday, when Spain triumphed over Argentina 1-0.Matt Damon, who was fresh off his "Odyssey" press tour, enjoyed the big game with his wife Luciana, while Tom Cruise had the honor of opening the game with a speech.The A-list celebrity roster continued, with Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and more performing during the halftime show. BRAD PITT, TOM CRUISE, DAVID BECKHAM LEAD STAR-STUDDED CELEBRITY SIGHTINGS AT 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP Other big names in attendance included Blake Lively, Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet, Javier Bardem, Beyonce , and Anya Taylor-Joy - who all watched the game in the crowd.Here's a look at the celebrities who attended the FIFA World Cup final match: DAVID BECKHAM GOES FULL COWBOY IN DALLAS BEFORE SPAIN'S WORLD CUP SEMIFINAL VICTORY Damon donned a dark hued top and jeans while his wife Luciana proudly displayed her love for team Argentina in a jersey, scarf and hat.She paired the cropped jersey with low-rise white jeans and sunglasses.Damon wrapped his press tour for director Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey," which topped the box office during its opening weekend, earning over $264 million globally, according to AP .Cruise kept it casual in a black top and trousers as he opened the game with a speech. 'ODYSSEY' STARS ZENDAYA, ANNE HATHAWAY AND MATT DAMON TURN HEADS AS DIRECTOR CHRISTOPHER NOLAN FACES BACKLASH Cruise was joined by David and Victoria Beckham in their suite. David looked dapper in a suit while Victoria chose a chic sleeveless top and white bottomsTheir son Cruz Beckham also attended the game with them.Shakira wowed during her halftime performance , wearing a pink and yellow cut-out dress that showcased her fit form.Justin Bieber performed during the halftime show, wearing a green and white top with jeans.Post Malone opted for a double denim look and a cowboy hat, along with a shirt that read "I just hope both teams have fun."Meanwhile, Madonna wore a pink and white corset look. Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams and Laura Pausini coordinated in blue as they performed.Richard Gere kept it casual in a baseball cap with sunglasses while arriving to the game with wife Alejandra Silva.Javier Bardem also attended, although his wife, fellow star Penelope Cruz, did not.Actress Julia Garner kept it cool in a leather jacket, white tee and black skirt for the game, while Tate McRae slipped on a top with a collar. Kylie Jenner and boyfriend Timothee Chalamet were at the game. Jenner wore a black top and jeans, with small framed sunglasses and red nails.Jay-Z and wife Beyonce were also in the crowd; Beyonce wore a white jacket and a lace skirt, adding sunglasses.Anya Taylor-Joy looked incredibly chic in a cream one-shoulder top and silky skirt, paired with a blue-and-white scarf.Blake Lively also made an appearance with friends; the actress shared a group selfie to her Instagram stories. Gisele Bündchen stuns in white bikini as she shares rare glimpse of baby son during family getaway in Tahiti Gisele Bündchen showed off her summer style as she shared rare photos of herself with her one-year-old son while enjoying a family vacation in Tahiti.On Saturday, the 45-year-old supermodel posted a carousel of snaps that included images of her youngest child, her husband Joaquim Valente and her older children Benjamin Rein, 16, and Vivian Lake, 13, whom she shares with her ex-husband Tom Brady, 48. Bündchen and Valente married in 2025, months after welcoming their son, whose name they have not publicly revealed. SHAKIRA SOAKS UP THE MIAMI SUN AS BIKINI-CLAD NINA DOBREV, KIM KARDASHIAN SHOWCASE SUMMER GETAWAYS In the first photo, Bündchen donned a white bikini and a straw hat as she stood in the ocean hand in hand with her baby son, who wore matching white swim trunks.The former Victoria's Secret Angel uploaded a selfie in which she was seen in a pink sleeveless knit dress that she paired with delicate gold necklaces and a white lei. Bündchen also sported a crown made of tropical flowers as she smiled at the camera.In another photo, Bündchen wore the same ensemble while dancing with her baby son and Valente to live music played by Tahitian performers.Valente was seen enjoying some quality time with their child in one snap that Bündchen shared. The jiu-jitsu instructor wore snorkeling goggles on his head and black swim trunks as he stood in the ocean while holding up their son as what appeared to be a stingray swam by in the water below them.Bündchen also captured sweet moments that her children shared during the family trip. In one photo, Benjamin was seen holding his younger half-sibling while on a boat as they looked down at the waves.Vivian was also seen on the boat while tenderly embracing her baby brother in another snap. Bündchen also included a photo of Vivian wrapping her arm around her older brother as the two enjoyed a scenic view from on top of a cliff.In other images, the family was seen bike riding, snorkeling, doing headstands in the ocean, enjoying tropical scenery, eating fresh fruit and stargazing."What a special place! Que lugar especial!" Bündchen wrote in the caption of her slideshow.Bündchen first confirmed her relationship with Valente in June 2023, around seven months after her divorce from Brady was finalized.The model and the former NFL star made their split official in October 2022 after 13 years of marriage. Bündchen gave birth to her third child in February 2025 and she and Valente later wed during a secret ceremony in December 2025.Last month, Bündchen praised Valente and honored her own father Valdir Bündchen in a Father's Day tribute that she shared on Instagram.Happy Father's Day @joaquimvalente !" Bündchen wrote in both English and Portuguese in the caption of her slideshow. "Thank you for leading by example, and for the values you embody, love, humility, integrity, discipline, kindness and consistency." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "You are an incredible role model," she continued. "We are all so grateful for you, and we love you so much.And dad, thank you for your unconditional love, wisdom, and support through every stage of my life.""Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there," Bündchen added.Bündchen's carousel featured several photos of Valente in sweet moments with their son. The Vogue cover star also highlighted the close relationship that Valente shares with her older children. She included a snap in which Vivian was seen embracing Valente and a photo of Benjamin standing back to back with his stepfather. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The blended family were also pictured in a group hug while sitting on the floor. APP USERS CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST Speaking with Vogue France in May 2025, Bündchen described her ideal day as she reflected on how her priorities have shifted since welcoming her third child."Being with my family, especially when we can do outdoor activities together," she said. "Spending time with them is what makes me happiest." Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, David Beckham lead star-studded celebrity sightings at 2026 FIFA World Cup The 2026 FIFA World Cup brought all the biggest-named celebrities to arenas across North America to watch matches.Whether they were reliving their playing days, like David Beckham, or cheering for their home country, like Javier Bardem and Penélope Cruz, all the stars enjoyed the World Cup this year.Some brought their kids, while others were focused on the match. The final between Argentina and Spain will air on FOX and stream on FOX One FIFA Final on FOX One Here are some of the best celebrity sightings from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Brad Pitt attended several matches during the FIFA World Cup, which he enjoyed with his celebrity friends.The "Fight Club" actor was spotted wearing a blue jersey with stars while intently watching the match between Turkey and the USA in a private suite. Sitting a little farther away from him in the suite was actor Colin Farrell, who was in a red and white striped shirt.Later on during the tournament, Pitt was photographed with his girlfriend, Ines de Ramon, and actors Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem, as they rooted for Spain in their quarterfinal match against Belgium.Tom Cruise was spotted sitting next to David and Victoria Beckham at the match between USA and Paraguay. Paris Hilton and her husband, Carter Reum, made the World Cup a family affair when they attended the match between Turkey and the USA.The couple and their two kids, son Phoenix and daughter London, all wore matching red, white and blue sparkly jerseys, that read Hilton on the back.The "Simple Life" star was later photographed when she attended the match between USA and Belgium in Seattle.Javier Bardem and Penélope Cruz attended the quarterfinal match between Spain and Belgium to root for their home country of Spain.Cruz was born in Alcobendas, just outside of Madrid, while Bardem was born in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.The two could not keep themselves from celebrating when Spain scored a goal against Belgium during the match.David and Victoria Beckham have been photographed at many matches during the FIFA World Cup, aside from the one they attended with Tom Cruise.The former soccer star and his wife often turned the matches into a family bonding activity, bringing along their sons, Romeo and Cruz, and their daughter, Harper.The whole family was in the stands to celebrate England defeating Norway in the quarterfinal, and advancing to face Argentina in the semifinal.Ultimately, England lost to Argentina 2-1, leaving Beckham visibly emotional in the stands as a result. DAVID BECKHAM GOES FULL COWBOY IN DALLAS BEFORE SPAIN'S WORLD CUP SEMIFINAL VICTORY Martha Stewart was photographed looking chic while checking her phone in the stands at the World Cup match between Sweden and France in New Jersey.Sabrina Carpenter was photographed in the stands when she attended the World Cup match between Ecuador and Germany with her friends.The singer brought along a pair of binoculars with her to make sure she didn't miss anything on the field. Jessica Alba was just one of the girls when she attended the World Cup match between Turkey and the USA with her daughters.She was photographed while taking a selfie with her daughters, Honor, 18, and Haven, 14, and other young women while in their suite. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Rapper Jay-Z smiled at the camera in an all-white look, including a large white hat, while walking on the field at the match between Côte d'Ivoire and Ecuador. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Sofía Vergara and Owen Wilson were photographed standing next to each other on the sidelines ahead of the match between Paraguay and USA. Ryan Reynolds was at the World Cup match between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina, to cheer on his home country.The "Deadpool" actor was born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Helen Mirren re-lists historic Hollywood Hills estate after $6.5M price slash A piece of Hollywood history is looking for its next owner.Oscar-winning actress Helen Mirren and her husband, acclaimed director Taylor Hackford, are putting their longtime Hollywood Hills estate on the market for $12 million, offering buyers a rare chance to own a property steeped in more than a century of entertainment history.The couple first listed the property in 2021 for $18.5 million before reducing the asking price. DIANE KEATON'S FORMER LA HOME HITS THE MARKET AT $22.9M MONTHS AFTER HER DEATH Spanning 6.5 acres, the approximately 10,199-square-foot compound is far more than a luxury home - it is a surviving piece of Old Hollywood.Built in 1911 for silent film star Dustin Farnum, the estate has passed through the hands of several notable figures over the decades, including film producer and journalist Mark Hellinger and actress-producer Gail Patrick, who served as executive producer of the original "Perry Mason" television series.Vesta Home staged the interiors with a design that walks the line between nostalgia and modern luxury, honoring the home's cinematic past without turning it into a museum. Deep silk rugs, rich green tones, warm wood accents, vintage furnishings and oversized black-and-white Hollywood photography fill the grand-scale rooms, creating spaces that feel both glamorous and inviting. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER The private compound features a grand main residence, a separate three-bedroom guesthouse, an office and apartment above the garage, a swimming pool, sweeping terraces and newly refreshed landscaping surrounded by mature trees and panoramic Hollywood Hills views."This is a truly rare opportunity to acquire one of the Hollywood Hills' most historically significant and private estates," said listing agent Jonas Heller. "Properties of this caliber, with such a rich legacy and expansive acreage, seldom become available." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The property is exclusively listed by Jonas Heller and Kurt Rappaport of Westside Estate Agency.Hackford, the former president of the Directors Guild of America, has been married to Mirren since 1997. The Hollywood actress is known for her roles in "The Queen," "1923," "MobLand" and more. She previously told Fox News Digital what surprised her about working with co-stars Pierce Brosnan and Harrison Ford."I think with both of them, as I say, it's the way they behave on set, professionally," Mirren said. " Harrison would sit around and chat with the cowboys," she added. "And it was cold, it wasn't comfortable. He didn't go off to his trailer and sit in a nice, warm, comfortable trailer. He would sit in the cold with everybody else. You know, chatting to the guys, for example." WATCH: 'MOBLAND' STAR HELEN MIRREN CALLS OUT 'GRUMPY' RICH ACTORS "And Pierce - Pierce just is so great. And you know what the other thing is great about them both? They both love what they do. And I've noticed, in my profession, a lot of older actors kind of get grumpy. Actresses don't, but actors do. "They get grumpy, and I think, what the - excuse my language - f--- do you have to be grumpy about? You're working, you've been paid a lot of money, everyone's looking after you. Well, what do you got to be grumpy about? Harrison and Pierce are so not grumpy. They're just - they love what they do. They're positive about it. It's what they do, and they love it."Mirren has won five Emmy Awards, an Academy Award and a Tony Award. She has also won four BAFTAs and three Golden Globes. 'Breakfast Club' star Anthony Michael Hall reveals the key to surviving Hollywood after 51 years "Breakfast Club" star Anthony Michael Hall knows exactly why he's been able to survive Hollywood for over 50 years.Hall is starring on the FOX  celebrity competition series  "Nation's Dumbest," hosted by Jack Whitehall. At the press event, Hall explained the secret to longevity in Hollywood."Having a thick skin, and just being game and just wanting to work with the best people you can," he began. "Just being persistent and tenacious. And thank God I was born with a hard head. But you have to have a thick skin.""You have to really want and love what you do. So I think that's it." MATT DAMON SAYS HOLLYWOOD'S 'RUTHLESS' NATURE HAS TAKEN HIM AWAY FROM FATHERHOOD MORE THAN HE'D LIKE Hall also told Fox News Digital the biggest lesson he's learned after five decades in the industry. WATCH: 'Breakfast Club' star Anthony Michael Hall reveals the key to surviving Hollywood after 51 years "Stay humble, stay focused, keep your eyes on the road, and just keep moving ahead somehow. There's no guarantees of anything in this business, and it's a tough business, but it's really great business, so I'm very fortunate," he noted."[I] feel very blessed. This is my 51st year doing this, and this was really a unique thing, because it was something I never expected," Hall continued, referring to "Nation's Dumbest.""It really took me by surprise, and it was really lot of fun," he said. "So, it was about learning that lesson, too. Staying open to new opportunities, just being cool with it and having fun. So, we really had a great time, all of us. It was nice." WATCH: Dr. Drew and Andrew Yang reveal most frustrating part of 'Nation's Dumbest' "Nation's Dumbest" is FOX's new celebrity competition series that puts a comedic twist on the traditional game show format. Hosted by Whitehall, the series challenges 12 celebrities to return to "summer school," where they compete in a mix of classroom-inspired trivia, physical games and school-themed challenges.But unlike most competition shows, the objective isn't to win - it's to be eliminated. Each week, the contestant who performs the best "graduates" from the competition, while those who struggle remain in the game. In the end, the last celebrity standing earns the title no one wants: "The Nation's Dumbest."Hall told Fox News Digital that he saw some parallels from his days on the "Breakfast Club" and being back in a classroom setting on FOX's new competition series. WATCH: JoJo Siwa and Chase Hudson talk competing on FOX's 'Nation's Dumbest' LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "Do you know what, there was some parallels for sure. We all got thrown together. We're all stuck, we couldn't really go anywhere. And honestly, we all really got along. It was a real nice organic surprise that I had a great time with all these people. It was coming into a year where I wasn't sure where the next job was gonna come, like we often feel in this industry. And I got the call, and I was just really excited by it," he said."And I really embraced it and I just went up to Toronto and had a good time shooting it and everybody was really cool. So we had a really good time," Hall concluded.The inaugural cast includes Hall, Ice-T, Jon Heder, Hilaria Baldwin, Carmen Electra , Chase Hudson, Elle King, Matt Leinart, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Steve-O, JoJo Siwa and Andrew Yang. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER The format, which has found success internationally, blends pop quizzes, report cards, recess-inspired games and "final exams" with Whitehall's signature humor. FOX has described the series as a fresh take on celebrity competition television, designed to deliver laughs by turning the usual goal of winning completely upside down. WATCH: Elle King reveals what made her say yes to 'Nation's Dumbest' The series premiered Wednesday, July 15 on FOX and streamed the next day on Hulu. Willie Robertson's faith-based advice that's kept his 34-year marriage to wife Korie strong " Duck Dynasty " stars Willie and Korie Robertson shared the faith-based marriage advice that has guided their lasting partnership.The reality TV personalities, who tied the knot in 1992, have spent more than three decades building a family, a multimillion-dollar business and a television empire together. Now, Willie, 54, and Korie, 52, have launched their latest joint venture, the faith-and-family media platform EKKL Entertainment.During an interview with Fox News Digital, the couple, who are devout Christians , explained how they keep their marriage thriving despite the pressures of working together. 'DUCK DYNASTY' REVIVAL SHOWCASES WILLIE ROBERTSON'S NEW 'SEMI-RETIRED' LIFE "I think Korie and I pull back to our faith, which is very important," Willie said. "We believe in something bigger than us.""The aspects of it are love and joy and peace and patience, kindness, that's helpful. Gentleness. I mean, all these things are that's the core of our faith," he continued. "And so those are the things that we try to implement. Not just with everybody else in our life, but we implemented that in our marriage as well. And we try to treat each other like that as well."Willie noted that he and Korie had seen successful and unsuccessful relationships and intentionally chosen the practices they wanted to emulate."We've had great examples of that in our families, from our parents to other people to where we see how that works," he explained. "We also see things that don't, and we see people that can get themselves in a bad way, and then their marriage falls apart. And we've seen that.""Not just in Hollywood or people that we know that are famous," Willie added. "We see it up and down our street here, you know, like, like you don't have to be bad to start bickering with each other and fighting and let things go in."Willie pointed to simple habits that the couple has adopted throughout their 34-year marriage. He explained that putting their faith into practice means approaching their relationship with patience, kindness and grace while making a conscious effort to resolve conflicts before they grow."Those are the things we do - things we've learned from our faith," Willie said. "Not going to bed while you're angry. I mean, these are just things that you put into your life and say, 'Oh, this is helpful.' And so I think that's part of things we do to keep drawn together and keep being together on the same page."Korie shared how the couple live out their faith, explaining that it is the lens through which the Robertsons approach marriage, parenting and work ."I would say our faith informs everything we do," she said. "It's not just like what we do on Sunday morning at church or whatever. It's how we parent, how we are as husband and wife, how we're as coworkers and all that. So it informs everything."Korie noted that their shared sense of purpose is also what led the couple to launch their latest venture together."I think it's exciting to be on a mission together," she said. "Like we are, as a family, we are on our mission together to spread the love of Jesus and let people know about him. And so we can do that in - any of us can do that in a hundred thousand different ways.""For us, for our family, it is through entertainment and God has kind of put us in this position to get to do it," Korie added. "And so we keep just saying yes and opening the door whenever someone knocks, I guess."Though Willie and Korie grew up in the same West Monroe, Louisiana, community, the couple noted that they came from very different worlds. JESSIE JAMES DECKER ON WHY HER MARRIAGE TO ERIC DECKER HASN'T LOST ITS SPARK AFTER FOUR KIDS "I grew up in a neighborhood. I was a yuppie," Korie said with a laugh."I grew up really poor on the end of a dead-end dirt road," Willie recalled.The pair first met as elementary school students at a Christian summer camp in Louisiana. Though Willie went to public school while Korie attended private school, the two continued to see each other through church youth group and around the West Monroe area.Willie and Korie, who now share six children , began dating seriously after high school and married less than a year later.Korie told Fox News Digital that despite their different backgrounds, they found commonality in the values their families shared."I think for us, it's like the externals did look very different growing up," she said. "We definitely looked very different. His dad had a big beard and wore camo and my dad actually had a little beard. It was a manicured beard and wore a suit, you know?"Korie continued, "And so from the externals, it looked different, but the things that were important actually looked the same. Faith first and foremost, hospitality, generosity, kindness to strangers are to your neighbor. Like, those things."Willie said that he believed their contrasting backgrounds have ultimately strengthened both their marriage and their business partnership by giving them complementary perspectives and skill sets."Actually, it has been helpful," he explained. "You think about all the stuff men ever do, like the perspective I have of country people, poor people, you know. Like that's how I grew up." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "You come from a business world where your family was successful in business," he told Korie. "You had to figure out how to build things, build businesses, build retail business. So I think when you bring that together, it's powerful.""There's not as many blind spots," Willie continued. "Like if we both had come from the same neighborhood, there would obviously be some blind spots."Willie and Korie recalled the major ice storm that hit Louisiana in late January 2026, which left many residents, including them, without power for several days.The duo explained that they relied on each other's strengths including Willie's hunting and fishing skills and Korie's business acumen, to help their family get through the outage and deal with the aftermath."When the ice storm happened, and we had no electricity, we needed him to help us survive," Korie said."Nobody was worried," Willie said. "We were going to eat and figure it out.""And I could read the contracts," Korie added as the two laughed."The insurance law, you know, the claims on what we're gonna have to turn in the insurance, which I never would have figured out," Willie said."That's how our stuff works," Korie noted. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER While speaking with Fox News Digital, Willie and Korie shared the inspiration behind their new venture, EKKL.The Robertsons explained that raising their six children in the spotlight opened their eyes to media consumption, but it was seeing their young grandchildren mimic movie lines and songs in real time that made them realize just how much the content they were watching was impacting and shaping them.Korie explained that this observation led them to create EKKL, which is a faith-based entertainment platform that they describe as a "one-stop shop" for families seeking trusted movies, TV shows, podcasts, children's content and daily devotionals."It is definitely part of us coming in to try to help solve a problem that I think all families are having right now," she said. "Like, what is the safe space for our kids to consume entertainment? There's so much out there. There are so many access points to our kids' hearts and minds. And, you know, how do we protect that in them?""And also, how do we find good content for us as adults?" Korie added.The Robertsons said they believe there is an untapped appetite for faith-and family-centered storytelling, arguing that Hollywood has underestimated what audiences want to watch."I think when you're talking about faith and you're a family - those are things that bring us back together," Willie said. "I think part of the problem with Hollywood is they're not - they don't know what to put out. They're like, 'Oh, this group may not like this' and we're all in a family, you know? And these are stories that can pull us hopefully back together.""I would say there is room in Hollywood for it," Korie said. "And we've proven over and over again that that's what people want to see. But unfortunately, sometimes the perception is that, 'Oh, it has to be trashy' or it have all this like content in it to be successful.' When we're saying like, wait, maybe that's just because that's what you're advertising, that's you're giving us, that's that you're putting out there.""But if we offered something else to people, maybe they would prove to us that that's actually what they want." Original 'Little House' villain returns for reboot with warning for new Nellie Alison Arngrim is back on the prairie. The actress who made Nellie Oleson one of television's most unforgettable villains returns with a surprise cameo in Netflix's new "Little House on the Prairie" reboot, now streaming.Although she hasn't met Willa Dunn, the child actress taking over the iconic role, Arngrim already has some hard-earned advice on how to perfect the art of playing the girl everyone loves to hate. 'LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE' RETURNS AS NEW NETFLIX ADAPTATION AIMS FOR WHOLESOME ENTERTAINMENT The actress is also reuniting with her former castmates in Nashville from Sept. 11-13, 2026. They will be at the famous Grand Ole Opry on Sept. 11, 2026."You've got to have a solid sense of who you are," the actress told Fox News Digital. "It's a tall order for someone who's like 10, 11 or 12 years old, but when people are talking about this other person who lived in the 1800s, saying, 'I hate her so much. She's so awful. I can't stand her. I want to slap her in the face,' you can't take that personally.""You cannot think it's real - that people want to slap you in the face or that you did something wrong. It's actually a compliment. It means you're doing it right.""Remember, Sir Anthony Hopkins didn't lose sleep over being Hannibal Lecter," she said. "You are who you are, and this is just a character. You have to understand the job is to irritate, annoy and upset people. And if you do it correctly with a character like Nellie, people are going to be annoyed. But when someone says, 'I can't stand her,' you can't possibly take that in." WATCH: NETFLIX'S 'LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE' ACTOR HOPES NEW SERIES WILL UNITE OLD AND NEW FANS   Arngrim was more than ready to become a despised villain. Raised in a family of actors and performing since she was 5 years old, she viewed every "I hate you" from fans as the ultimate applause."I've had people come up to me and go, 'You were a complete b----, and I hated you. You were absolutely hideous and revolting. I was terrified of you,'" she said with a laugh. "I just said, 'Oh my God, thank you so much. You're too kind.' It's a weird thing, but you have to understand the character has nothing to do with you. It's someone who has nothing to do with you."And fans haven't let her forget it."I still remember when someone threw a McDonald's cup of orange soda at my face during a Christmas parade ," she said. "I think people are a little more sane today, or they understand fantasy a little better now."Arngrim has no regrets about playing television's most infamous bully."I got the joke," she said. "I knew you were supposed to hate me, and I was fine with it. But it's really weird because I'm 64 years old, and I still have people yelling at me about all the things I did to Laura 52 years ago. Some people are still really mad, and that's very bizarre. So I will tell the new Nellie to brace herself. But she also has to understand that if she does it right, people will absolutely hate her. And if she really does it right, they'll love her too." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Arngrim was asked to make her cameo about two weeks before production was set to film her scene."I play this very strange woman in the woods," she said. "I used to have Marilyn Monroe's makeup guy every morning, who made sure we looked really nice. But when I first sat down in the makeup chair this time around, the makeup artist said, 'We're going to make you look so awful. I feel bad. You have such amazing skin. I'm going to totally ruin that.'""They ruined everything," she said with a laugh. "They painted my teeth - my dentist is going to be horrified. They used colors like blood, tobacco and dirt."Arngrim said that if original showrunner Michael Landon were alive, he would be "fascinated" by the new technology available in Hollywood today to help bring the "Little House" stories to life."I also think he would have Pa take off his shirt more often," she joked."But Michael somehow knew that 'Little House' would stand the test of time," she said. "He used to tell everyone on set that everyone's going to be watching this after we're all gone. He predicted that. And here we are. I think he would be so impressed that the show is being retold again. I also think he would want to direct every single episode, and he would have lots to say because he was very picky." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Today, Arngrim hopes she'll soon meet the new Nellie. She's also urging skeptical fans to give Netflix's reboot a chance."How many 'Star Treks' do we have now?" she said. "A lot. And remember, when our show first aired, some people said, 'No, it can only be the books.' These actors get it. The cast is fabulous.""There's just something special about these stories," Arngrim said. "If I close my eyes, I can hear Michael laughing, with his high-pitched giggle. Who would have thought 'Little House' would still be around today? Well, Michael did. 'Little House' is never going away." 'Growing Pains' child star Ashley Johnson reveals 'dark' moment armed fan tried to abduct her from set Ashley Johnson is recalling a terrifying moment from her childhood in Hollywood, revealing a fan grabbed her and tried to abduct her during a live taping of "Growing Pains."The former child star says she was just 7 years old when an armed fan broke from a studio audience line, grabbed her and tried to carry her away during a live taping after production had received a threat warning that someone planned to bring a gun to the set. Johnson said the man was armed."It was in the first year that I was on, and we had only done a couple of film nights," Johnson began on the "Weird Kids" podcast. KIRK CAMERON PRAISES NASHVILLE'S 'GOOD VALUES' AFTER DITCHING CALIFORNIA OVER COST OF LIVING, POLITICS Back then, she said, security around the cast was far less restrictive than it is today."So, I hadn't done that many yet... and at that time, all of the cast sort of had trailers, and they were like old camper trailers," Johnson said. "Like they're not like the fancy trailers that they are now."She explained that cast members walked directly past audience members on their way into the studio."We would exit our trailers before the shoot and the audience that would be walking in, you would walk by the audience before you would walk into the studio," she said."And this is going to get a little dark, but somebody had written in and said that 'I am coming to set, and I am going to bring a gun... I am going to murder some of the cast.'"With audience members only "within five feet" away when the cast was walking into the studio, Johnson said one man suddenly lunged toward her."So, I'm walking with my mom, and then I just remember some guy hops out of the line, and he grabs me... grabs me up and starts booking it," she said. "And all I remember is like, there was security that somehow got on him after some time." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Johnson pointed out that she was too young to grasp the danger.She remembered "flying around in the air" as security wrestled the suspect to the ground. BROOKE SHIELDS REFLECTS ON BEING MADE A 'SEX SYMBOL' AT A YOUNG AGE AND HOW SHE TURNED THE PAGE ON FAME "I was clueless as to what was happening, but I was very upset, and they were talking to me about it after. And they were like, 'Are you OK?... And I just said, 'I just think I'm going to be in trouble.'""But he was packing. They got him. This was the thing. He was high on something. It wasn't meth, but it was something - like, he was so strong," she said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Looking back, Johnson said she didn't immediately feel frightened because, "I was such a polite kid at the time."Johnson joined "Growing Pains" in 1990 as Chrissy Seaver, becoming the youngest member of the sitcom's family alongside Alan Thicke, Joanna Kerns, Kirk Cameron, Tracey Gold and Jeremy Miller.Leonardo DiCaprio later joined the cast before the show's 1992 finale.The actress went on to build a decades-long career on screen and in voice acting, earning widespread acclaim as Ellie in "The Last of Us" video game franchise before appearing as Anna, Ellie's mother, in HBO's television adaptation. Ricky Gervais rejects calls to tone down comedy: 'Be offended if you want' Ricky Gervais isn't backing away from controversial comedy.The comedian doubled down on his long-held defense of free speech during a recent radio interview, saying he has no interest in changing his material to avoid offending audiences and arguing that backlash only adds to the joke."I don't tell people not to be offended; I tell them I don't care if they are. Be offended if you want, it makes it funnier for me," Gervais said during an appearance on BBC Radio 2.rget=_new href="https://www.foxnews.com/media/ricky-gervais-mocks-grammy-winners-making-political-speeches-says-theyre-still-not-listening" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> RICKY GERVAIS MOCKS GRAMMY WINNERS MAKING POLITICAL SPEECHES, SAYS THEY'RE 'STILL NOT LISTENING' The 65-year-old comic, whose stand-up specials have frequently sparked criticism over jokes about politics, gender identity, religion and celebrities, rejected the idea that he intentionally sets out to provoke audiences."You can't help by what you're offended by, but ... don't expect me to care. ... It's a myth that I go out to offend. I never go out to offend," he said. "I just know that it's probably going to happen because everyone's different."Gervais argued that virtually any opinion can offend someone. RICKY GERVAIS SAYS HE HAD A 'BLAST' AT THE GOLDEN GLOBES: 'MAKE JOKES, NOT WAR' "There's nothing you can say, particularly anything that's mildly interesting or contentious or your viewpoint, that someone somewhere won't find offensive," he said.Reflecting on how reactions to comedy have evolved, Gervais said audiences today are quicker to take offense than they were two decades ago."And times have changed. Twenty years ago, if someone said I was offended by that, I probably would go, 'Why?' Now I go ... 'I know you are. Everyone is.'"While Gervais has frequently addressed cancel culture and free speech in recent stand-up tours, he suggested he is ready to move on from the topic."I've dealt with it too much, actually. I think the last couple of tours, I have dealt with cancel culture and free speech because I felt I had to. Now, I don't have to," he said."I'm ignoring it all. I shouldn't even bring it into the room. Those people there who've paid hundreds of pounds - they're not offended. I can play to a million people, not one complaint." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Gervais insisted the outrage over his comedy doesn't come from the crowds filling his shows. It comes after his specials reach a much bigger audience online. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "As soon as it goes on Netflix , 50 million people. Of course, there's going to be someone who doesn't like it. What am I going to do? It's too late. I've been paid."The comic has long dismissed calls to tone down his material, repeatedly defending free speech and arguing that comedians shouldn't shy away from controversial subjects.Earlier this year, Gervais reignited debate by reposting one of the most memorable lines from his 2020 Golden Globes opening monologue, taking another swipe at celebrities who use awards shows as political platforms."If you do win an award tonight, don't use it as a platform to make a political speech," Gervais told the star-studded crowd. "You're in no position to lecture the public about anything. You know nothing about the real world. Most of you spent less time in school than Greta Thunberg."Reposting the quote on X, Gervais added a jab of his own: "They're still not listening."

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