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Former One Direction band member Liam Payne has died at the age of 31 after falling from his Argentinian balcony. Nick Jonas flees the stage mid performance in Prague after a laser was pointed at him. Jerry Seinfield regrets blaming the extreme left for ruining comedy. The first transgender models in company history walked the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. Dr. Dre is currently being sued for $10 million by his former therapist for extreme harassment. 

Former One Direction band member Liam Payne has died at the age of 31 (AP) 

Nick Jonas flees the stage mid performance in Prague after a laser was pointed at him. (Variety)Jerry Seinfield regrets blaming the extreme left for ruining comedy (NBC)Two transgender models make history at this year’s Victoria's Secret Fashion Show (NBC)

Dr. Dre is being sued for harassment by former therapist (EW)

The Victoria Secret Fashion Show returned last night in full glam after a six year hiatus. A former “Grey’s Anatomy” writer went to insane lengths to fake a rare bone cancer. Rock guitarist Jake E. Lee was shot on the streets of Las Vegas, but is expected to make a full recovery. Actor Paul Mescal debunks a rumor involving viral photos of his “commitment issues” with previous relationships. And, Smithsonsian’s National Zoo is home to two new giant pandas in an act of panda diplomacy with China.

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The Victoria Secret Fashion Show returned last night after a six year hiatus (NPR)

Former Grey’s Anatomy writer went to insane lengths to fake a rare bone cancer (Vogue)

Rock guitarist Jake E. Lee was shot multiple times in Las Vegas but is stable (NBC)

Paul Mescal debunks viral rumor of his commitment issues during an interview (EW)

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo will now house two giant pandas in an act of panda diplomacy with China (CNN)

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were spotted at Yankee Stadium for game 1 of the American League Championship. Olivia Rodrigo unexpectedly falls through an opening onstage in Melbourne, but the singer states she is okay. RIIZE’s Seunghan returns from a 10 month hiatus…then officially leaves the group two days later. Charli XCX releases the “Spring Breakers” remix featuring Kesha, just days after new remix album. ‘Terrifier 3’ becomes the top clown as it rakes in a killer opening weekend.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce attend Game 1 for the ALC series at Yankee Stadium (AP)

Olivia Rodrigo falls through stage at Melbourne concert (EW)

RIIZE’s Seunghan returns from a 10 month hiatus…then officially leaves the group two days later (Billboard)

Charli XCX releases the “Spring Breakers” remix featuring Kesha just days after new remix album (Rolling Stone)

‘Terrifier 3’ kills in the box office in its first weekend, crushing ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ (NBC)

Ye  accused of drugging and sexually assaulting a former assistant at Diddy studio session. Ariana Grande hosted SNL for the third time under weirdly familiar circumstances. Scooter Braun touches on Taylor Swift feud in the wake of new Max documentary, saying he wishes people would move on. Simu Liu goes viral after he calls out a Canadian boba company for culturally appropriation over the popular Asian drink. Country music singer Brantley Gilbert paused his concert to help his wife deliver their third child.

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Ye  accused of drugging and sexually assaulting a former assistant at Diddy studio session (Billboard)

Ariana Grande hosted SNL for the third time (AP)

Scooter Braun touches on Taylor Swift feud saying people should move on(Variety)

Siri Liu goes viral for calling out appropriation of Boba on “Dragons Den” (NBC)

County music singer Brantley Gilbert helps deliver his baby on tour bus during concert (Today)

Charli XCX rings in Brat autumn with new “Brat” remix album featuring Ariana Grande, The 1975 and more. Joseph Malinowski, dubbed Lieutenant Dan, refuses to evacuate his sailboat in Hurricane Milton’s path, capturing the internet’s attention. The upcoming film, “The Apprentice”, about a young Donald Trump in the 80s, has his old advisor floored as the performances are ‘uncanny.’ Netflix has ordered a variety talk show hosted by John Mulaney to be aired next year. Sabrina Carpenter has started saving lives as her song is used for CPR. 

Charli XCX rings in Brat autumn with new “Brat” remix album (Billboard)

Joseph Malinowski, dubbed Lieutenant Dan, refuses to evacuate Tampa, capturing the internet’s attention. (NBC)

Trump advisor calls “The Apprentice” performances ‘uncanny’ (AP)

Netflix orders variety talk show to be hosted by John Mulaney (Variety)

Sabrina Carpenter becomes a lifesaver as her song is used for CPR (Today)

Roll out the carpet...the 2025 Met Gala theme and hosts have been announced. Andrew Garfield revealed in an interview that he actually shaved Florence Pugh’s head on camera for their newest film, ‘We Live in Time’. New Jeans’ Hanni to testify in national audit of harassment in Korean entertainment industry. Tiktok momfluencers are being attacked on social media after sharing videos of their Disney World trips as Florida prepares for Hurricane Milton. And, Australian airline ”Qantas” apologizes after a sexually explicit movie was shown on every in-flight movie screen.

The 2025 Met Gala theme and hosts have been announced (Vogue)

Andrew Garfield revealed he shaved costar Florence Pugh’s head for newest film (NBC)

New Jeans’ Hanni to testify in national audit of harassment in Korean entertainment industry (NME, Billboard)

Mom-fluencers under fire for planning Disney trips as Hurricane Milton nears (Independent)

Australian airline a ”Qantas” apologizes after sexually explicit movie was shown on every in-flight movie screen (NBC)

‘The Office’ actress Jenna Fischer reveals breast cancer diagnosis in honor of breast cancer awareness month. ‘Love Island USA’ personality Hannah Smith was arrested for disorderly conduct and threatening a police officer. Lisa Marie Presley kept her son’s body for two months after his death, according to her new memoir. Billie Eilish opens up about touring and urges fans to vote. And, Snoopy fan account has deactivated after getting backlash for Trump endorsement

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Actress Jenna Fischer reveals breast cancer diagnosis for breast cancer awareness month (NBC)

‘Love Island USA’ personality Hannah Smith accused of threatening a cops life (Today)

Lisa Marie Presley’s memoir reveals she kept her son’s body for two months after his death (EW)

Billie Eilish opens up about touring and urges fans to vote (Vogue)

Snoopy fan account has deactivated after getting backlash for Trump endorsement (NBC)

Kamala Harris’ appearance on “Call Her Daddy”podcast  creates discourse from conservative viewers.Cissy Houston, renowned gospel singer and mother of Whitney Houston, has died at the age of 91. Rapper Childish Gambino has canceled all remaining North American and European tour dates due to a medical concern. Anne Hathaway announces a third installment of ‘The Princess Diaries’ franchise in a social media video. Kendrick Lamar and Rihanna have passed on headlining Coachella 2025, Bloomberg reports.

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Kamala Harris’ appearance on “Call Her Daddy” creates discourse from conservative viewers (Forbes)

Cissy Houston, renowned gospel singer and mother of Whitney Houston, has died at the age of 91 (NBC)

Childish Gambino has canceled over 30 tour shows due to a medical issue (AP)

Anne Hathaway confirms third ‘Princess Diaries’ film via social media (Today)

Kendrick Lamar and Rihanna have passed on headlining Coachella 2025, Bloomberg reports (Bloomberg)

SUMMARY:Madonna’s brother, Christopher Ciccone, passed away on Sunday from cancer, and Madonna shared a tribute on social media. Liam Payne’s ex-girlfriend names One Direction member behind viral inter-band beef…she claims it was Zayn. In other music news…Olivia Rodrigo has donated all of the profits from her biggest show yet in the Philippines. Dolly Parton announces a massive donation to help relief efforts for Hurricane Helene. ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ falls flat during its opening weekend, making a fraction of the original film’s profits.  

Madonna shares fondest memories of her brother, Christopher, after his passing (NBC)

Liam Payne’s ex-girlfriend names One Direction member behind viral inter-band beef (The Independent, TikTok)

Olivia Rodrigo has donated all of the profits from her biggest show yet (Teen Vogue)

Dolly Parton announces over $1 million donation towards Hurricane Helene relief (Today)

The ‘Joker’ sequel is no laughing matter as it underperforms during its opening weekend (EW)

TikTok creator “Mr. Prada” charged with second-degree murder of his therapist. The western drama “Rust”, which was thrust into the spotlight during production after a prop gun fired on set and killed a cinematographer, is set to premiere next month. Country singer Garth Brooks has been accused of rape and battery by a former employee. Tina Knowles, Donna Kelce, Maggie Baird and Mandy Teefey honored as Glamour’s “Women of the Year.” Unauthorized Crumbl pop-up in Australia met with disappointment over overpriced, stale cookies.

TikTok creator “Mr. Prada” charged with second-degree murder (NBC) 

Western drama “Rust” to premiere three years after fatal onset shooting (NBC)

Garth Brooks accused of multiple counts of sexual misconduct by a former employee (EW)

Glamour’s women of the year are all super moms. (Glamour)

Unauthorized Crumbl pop-up in Australia slammed for overpriced, stale cookies (The Independent)