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"Bridgerton" is recasting the role of Francesca. Hannah Dodd will replace Ruby Stokes as Francesca Bridgerton. Francesca hasn't had much screen time in the first two seasons. The show is based on Julia Quinn's romance novels, which is focused on a different sibling in every book. If Netflix continues to follow the books in order, season six will be all about Francesca, and that's probably why the switch was made sooner rather than later. "Bridgerton" will return to production this summer for filming of its third season, according to Deadline.
The Billboard Music Awards went down in Las Vegas last night with Drake winning the night's top award, Top Artist, as well as Top Male Artist, Top Rap Artist, Top Rap Male Artist and Top Rap Album for "Certified Love Boy." Olivia Rodrigo also had a big night, winning Top New Artist, as well as Top Female Artist, Top Hot 100 Artist, Top Streaming Artist, Top Radio Artist, Top Billboard Global Artist, and Top Billboard 200 Album for "SOUR." The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber's "Stay" also won multiple awards, including Top Hot 100 Song, Top Streaming Song, Top Collaboration, Top Billboard Global 200 Song and Top Billboard Global (Excl. U.S.) Song. Other winners included; BTS got Top Duo/Group, Top Song Sales Artist, and Top Selling Song for "Butter," Taylor Swift won Top Billboard 200 Artist and a slew of Country honors, and Doja Cat won Top R&B Artist, Top Viral Song for "Kiss Me More," featuring SZA and Best R&B album for "Planet Her." Also honored last night was Mary J. Blige, who received the Icon Award, with a surprise appearance by Janet Jackson who introduced her.
Fred Ward, who starred in "Tremors" alongside Kevin Bacon, has died at the age of 79, according to TMZ. No cause of death has been given, but his last wish was for donations to be made to the Boston University's Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Center. Fred, who starred in the "Tremor" movies as Earl Bassett, even as recently as 2018, also won a Golden Globe as a part of the cast of "The Right Stuff." He was also Earl Smooter, the father of Reese Witherspoon's character, Melanie, in "Sweet Home Alabama."
Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand, GOOP, is known for selling some outrageous items, but their latest offering had people questioning if it was real. The company recently announced a product called the Diapér, described as a "disposable diaper lined with virgin alpaca wool and fastened with amber gemstones, known for their ancient emotional-cleansing properties." It also was reportedly, "Infused with a scent of jasmine and bergamot for a revitalized baby." According to the listing, a 12-pack would cost $120, but a spokesperson for the company admitted it wasn't real. They said it was a stunt aimed at starting "a conversation on how much diapers cost" and "meant to shine a light on a real problem." Gwyneth eventually shared in a promotional video, adding, "It was designed to piss us off because if treating diapers like a luxury makes you mad, so should taxing them like a luxury." The problem is, given her history of offering extremely priced over-the-top products, a lot of people didn't get the message because they thought the offer was real. Think of all those rich Hollywood-types that will be disappointed when they never get that delivery.
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While in Rome shooting "Fast X," Jason Momoa posted pictures of himself in the Sistine Chapel with the Michelangelo paintings on the walls in the background. The post drew some heat from fans that pointed out in the comments that visitors are usually forbidden to take pictures or videos in the chapel. Jason said in an Instagram video that he paid a donation to the church and asked for permission. He added, "I would never want to do anything to disrespect someone's culture. So if I did, I apologize." Though many people assume photography is off limits because of respect or risk of damage to the artwork, that's not the case. According to Mental Floss, the artwork at the Sistine Chapel is copyrighted by NHK, a Japanese Media Company who did the restoration of the artwork, and they were granted sole photographic and film rights.
Britney Spears and fiancé Sam Asghari shared that Britney has suffered a miscarriage. The post read, "It is with deepest sadness we have to announce that we have lost our miracle baby early in the pregnancy. This is a devastating time for any parent. Perhaps we should have waited to announce until we were further along however we were overly excited to share the good news."
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker officially got married this weekend, for real this time, at the Santa Barbara courthouse. This time they had the legal paperwork and witnesses, including Kourtney's grandmother and Travis' father. Word has it they will do an actual ceremony in Italy in the near future, according to TMZ.
Chris Rock still isn't going into detail about the slap delivered by Will Smith, but he did mention the incident during a standup set at London's Royal Albert Hall last week. He joked, "I'm okay, if anybody was wondering. Got most of my hearing back." He went on to say he would only be addressing "the BS" on Netflix at some point, adding, "Your tickets were expensive, but not that expensive."
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"Aquaman" star Jason Momoa is rumored to be dating "Baby Driver" actress Eiza González. Apparently, they have been seeing each other since he and Lisa Bonet split in January after 20 years. A source told Extra, "They're both busy with work but are having fun together," noting it is not yet "serious." Before Eiza, he was rumored to be involved with Kate Beckinsale after the two were spotted getting close at Vanity Fair's Oscars after-party.
"Hocus Pocus" actress Bette Midler angered fans after she tweeted about the baby formula shortage. She wrote, "TRY BREASTFEEDING! It's free and available on demand." Oh no…. Many fans spoke their mind, pointing out not every mother can breastfeed, not every baby will breastfeed, and some women don't produce milk at all. So then, she tried to apologize, writing, "No shame if you can't breastfeed, but if you can & are somehow convinced that your own milk isn't as good as a 'scientifically researched product', that's something else again. The monopoly news is news to me, tho, no lie.
#WETNURSES." Okay, well not everyone can afford a wet nurse either.
Rumors are flying about Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox. MGK performed his song "Twin Flame" at the Billboard Music Awards last night, which he said he wrote for his "wife" (referring to Megan Fox, of course). So did they? Who knows – but that's not the only mystery to solve. In the middle of the song he dedicated it to "my unborn child," sparking instant speculation that Megan is pregnant. So is she? Are they? Who knows, but the Internet is melting down and we'll keep you posted.
JoJo Fletcher and Jordan Rodgers from "The Bachelorette" finally got married six years after getting engaged on the show in 2016. Their close friends and family witnessed the nuptials at the Sunstone Winery in Santa Ynez, California, on Saturday. "It feels so good! It took a while to get here but it was all so worth it," she said of marrying her best friend. "Can't wait to start this next chapter of our life together."
Marc Anthony, 53, is engaged to former Miss Universe contestant Nadia Ferreira. Just 30 years younger than Marc, Nadia, 23, confirmed the news on her Instagram Stories with a close-up photo of her giant ring. As for the ring, a jewelry expert tells Page Six it's "at least 10 carats" at a cost of about $500,000. Marc and the former Miss Universe Paraguay sparked romance rumors three months ago on a trip to Mexico City and became Instagram official in March, according to TMZ. This will be Marc's 4th marriage - Shannon De Lima (2014 to 2017), Jennifer Lopez (2004 to 2014), and Miss Universe 1993 Dayanara Torres (2000 to 2004). Well, when it comes to fiances, it's clear he likes to shop in the juniors department.
