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  • Here’s when Rosie O’Donnell will guest host Jimmy Kimmel Live as a ‘special treat’ for Trump amid decades-long feud (exclusive)

    Rosie O’Donnell will guest host Jimmy Kimmel Live! for one week beginning Monday, August 17, 2026, during Jimmy Kimmel’s annual summer hiatus.

    Kimmel announced the booking while unveiling his lineup of summer guest hosts and joked that O’Donnell’s appearance was a “special treat” for President Donald Trump, referencing the pair’s long-running public feud that dates back to 2006.

    The feud began after O’Donnell criticized Trump on The View during a controversy involving Miss USA Tara Conner. Over the years, the two have repeatedly traded insults through television appearances, interviews, social media posts, and political commentary.

    O’Donnell will be one of several celebrity guest hosts filling in while Kimmel is away. Others scheduled to take over the desk include Tiffany Haddish, Colman Domingo, Ike Barinholtz, Anthony Anderson, and Jelly Roll.

    According to reports, O’Donnell expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity on Instagram, while Kimmel used the announcement as another playful jab at Trump, asking the president not to “do anything stupid” while he was gone.

    Key date: August 17–21, 2026 (the week Rosie O’Donnell is scheduled to host)

  • Jimmy Kimmel presents proof world leaders ‘hate’ Trump: ‘Saddest photo I’ve ever seen’

    Jimmy Kimmel joked that he had “proof” world leaders dislike President Donald Trump after highlighting a photo from the 2026 G7 Summit in France on Jimmy Kimmel Live!.

    During his monologue, Kimmel showed the official group photo of G7 leaders and then pointed to subsequent images in which other leaders appeared to be mingling while Trump remained standing alone in the center of the frame. Kimmel quipped:

    “They must hate him so much.”

    Referring to the image, he added that it was “the saddest photo I’ve ever seen.”

    Kimmel’s broader segment mocked several moments from Trump’s summit appearance, including reports that he arrived late to a meeting hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, described himself as “the boss,” complained about the room temperature, and struggled to adjust his chair before being offered another by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

  • Christopher Meloni responds to Jalen Brunson’s Law & Order: SVU casting dream after Knicks championship

    Christopher Meloni is fully on board with Jalen Brunson’s dream of appearing on Law & Order: SVU.

    After leading the New York Knicks to their first NBA championship since 1973, Brunson said his next goal was simple: “Try to get on SVU.” The Finals MVP has become well known for his friendship with Mariska Hargitay, who plays Olivia Benson and is one of the Knicks’ most devoted celebrity fans.

    When asked whether Brunson has what it takes to guest-star on the show, Christopher Meloni didn’t hesitate.

    “Absolutely. I don’t know if you’ve heard, but he’s a world champion. He can do whatever the hell he wants.” Meloni added that Brunson has “the force of will.”

    The idea has gained momentum because of Brunson’s close relationship with Hargitay. The two have exchanged public praise throughout the Knicks’ championship run, and Hargitay has described Brunson as inspiring both on and off the court. Brunson, meanwhile, has called her his favorite celebrity Knicks fan and has spoken about growing up watching Law & Order: SVU.

    While no casting announcement has been made, Brunson’s cameo wouldn’t be unprecedented. Several NBA players, including Carmelo Anthony and Chris Bosh, have previously appeared on the long-running series.

    For now, Meloni’s endorsement has only fueled speculation that Knicks fans may eventually get to see Brunson trade the basketball court for a scene alongside Benson and Stabler.

  • Book lovers rejoice! The Five Star Weekend gets companion podcast with author Elin Hilderbrand (exclusive)

    Book fans of Elin Hilderbrand have something new to look forward to: Peacock’s adaptation of her bestselling novel The Five-Star Weekend is getting an official companion podcast hosted by Hilderbrand herself.

    The eight-episode podcast will launch alongside the television series on July 9, with two podcast episodes released each Thursday. Rather than dropping all at once, each installment will correspond to a specific episode of the show and feature behind-the-scenes conversations with cast members and creators.

    The TV adaptation stars Jennifer Garner, Regina Hall, D’Arcy Carden, Chloë Sevigny, and Gemma Chan. Guests on the podcast will include those stars along with additional cast members, directors, and series creator Bekah Brunstetter.

    The story follows Hollis Shaw, a food influencer coping with the death of her husband. Seeking healing and connection, she invites four friends from different chapters of her life to a weekend gathering at her Nantucket home. The novel became a bestseller after its 2023 release.

    Hilderbrand is no stranger to podcasting. She already co-hosts the book-focused podcast Books, Beach & Beyond, making her a natural choice to guide fans through the adaptation episode by episode.

    For readers who loved the novel, the companion podcast promises an inside look at how the story was translated from page to screen, with commentary from the author and the creative team behind the series.

  • David and Victoria Beckham’s Father’s Day posts include estranged son Brooklyn

    David Beckham and Victoria Beckham used their 2026 Father’s Day tributes to publicly include their eldest son, Brooklyn Beckham, despite the family’s ongoing estrangement.

    Victoria shared a throwback family photo featuring David with all four of their children—Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper—and called him the “best daddy,” saying their children are his greatest achievement.

    David also posted a series of nostalgic family photos, including images with Brooklyn from his childhood. In his message, he described fatherhood as his most important role and expressed gratitude for his family, making it clear that Brooklyn remained included in the tribute despite their reported rift.

    The posts were widely interpreted as another public olive branch toward Brooklyn amid months of family tension that reportedly intensified after his 2022 wedding to Nicola Peltz and became increasingly public in 2026.

    Notably, Brooklyn did not publicly respond to either Father’s Day post.

  • Demi Moore shares moving Father’s Day tribute to Bruce Willis

  • Our hero’: Savannah Guthrie celebrates husband in Father’s Day post

    Savannah Guthrie marked Father’s Day with a heartfelt tribute to her husband, Michael Feldman.

    In a rare family photo shared on Instagram, Feldman was pictured with the couple’s two children, Vale and Charley. Guthrie captioned the post simply: “our hero.”

    The couple met in 2008, began dating in 2009, became engaged in 2013, and married in 2014. They generally keep their family life private, making the Father’s Day post an uncommon glimpse into their home life.

    The tribute comes during a difficult period for Guthrie and her family, as the search for her mother, Nancy Guthrie, continues. Feldman had previously shared a supportive Mother’s Day message for Guthrie, calling her “the strongest person I know.”

    Overall, the Father’s Day post was a brief but affectionate public acknowledgment of Feldman’s role as a husband and father, with Guthrie describing him as the family’s “hero.”

  • Japanese pop group XG went from brutal five year training to global pop stars

    XG have become one of the most successful global pop acts to emerge from Japan in recent years, but the group’s rise followed an unusually demanding preparation period.

    The seven members—Jurin, Chisa, Hinata, Harvey, Juria, Maya, and Cocona—spent around five years in training before debuting in 2022. During that period, they reportedly underwent intensive instruction in singing, dancing, rap, performance, fitness, and language skills, often training for long hours while competing internally for a place in the final lineup.

    XG, whose name stands for “Xtraordinary Girls,” was formed by XGALX, a subsidiary of AVEX Group. Although the members are Japanese, the group performs primarily in English and was designed from the outset to appeal to a global audience rather than focusing solely on the Japanese market.

    Their breakthrough came with songs such as Shooting Star, Left Right, and WOKE UP, which gained traction on streaming platforms and social media. The group has since appeared at major international festivals, charted in multiple countries, and built a large fanbase known as “ALPHAZ.”

    Industry observers have noted that XG’s strategy blends elements of K-pop’s rigorous trainee system with a distinct identity rooted in Japanese talent and an international musical style. Their success has helped spark conversations about whether more Japanese acts can break into the global mainstream using a similar approach.

    The group’s story is often highlighted as an example of the trade-off between intensive artist development and the opportunities that can come from entering the industry with highly polished performance skills.

  • Michael Fassbender says it is becoming harder to know what to trust online

  • TRNSMT fans shake off Scotland loss in sun-soaked Fratellis sing-a-long

    Fans at the TRNSMT Festival in Glasgow reportedly turned disappointment over Scotland’s recent World Cup defeat into a celebration, joining together for a massive sing-along to songs by The Fratellis in the summer sunshine.

    The mood at the festival remained upbeat despite Scotland’s 1–0 loss to Morocco in their latest World Cup group-stage match. Festivalgoers gathered in large crowds, singing along to hits such as Chelsea Dagger—a track that has long been associated with Scottish sporting events and celebrations.

    TRNSMT, held on Glasgow Green, drew thousands of music fans for performances from major artists across the weekend. Many attendees appeared determined not to let the football result overshadow the festival atmosphere, with social media videos showing crowds chanting and singing together throughout the day.

    Scotland still have one group-stage match remaining at the 2026 World Cup, against Brazil, giving supporters another opportunity to rally behind the national team.

    The combination of sunny weather, live music, and a crowd-wide Fratellis sing-along helped transform what could have been a gloomy day for Scottish fans into a memorable festival moment.