When actress Marlo Thomas agreed to appear as a guest on "The Phil Donahue Show" in 1977, she did not realize she was entering the beginning of the rest of her life. As soon as her eyes set on the show's host and media personality Donohue, she was smitten and remains that way for decades.
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Country music legends Tim McGraw and his wife Faith Hill recently celebrated 26 years together. The pair first met in late 1994 during a Nashville gig. At the time, they were both in other relationships, with McGraw dating Kristine Donahue and Hill finalizing her divorce from Daniel Hill.
Orbach joined the police procedural and legal drama television series in 1992, playing the world-weary, wisecracking NYPD homicide detective Lennie Briscoe in the show he referred to as "prestige."
The "Million Dollar Baby" actress waited decades to have her first baby, but the universe has finally smiled upon her. She announced the good news that she is pregnant with twins during a recent interview with "Good Morning America"'s Robin Robert.
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The past few days have been tough for country music lovers and the world after the Queen of Country, Loretta Lynn, passed away on October 4 at home at her beloved ranch in Hurricane Mills.
Actress Susan Sarandon just celebrated her 76th birthday and could not be happier with the milestone. Unlike many others, she is excited about aging and says there is something about not giving up on life and remaining invisible.
In all the years she graced the spotlight with hit country songs such as "This Kiss" and "I Need You," Faith Hill knew she was adopted and was always open about how the experience shaped her.
Loretta Lynn is one of country music's most incredible legacies, famously known for her numerous hit songs and bagging the title of "Queen of Country."
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher first met when they starred together in "That '70s Show," in which they also shared their first kiss, albeit scripted. Kunis would later confess that she had a massive crush on Kutcher and obsessed over their kissing scene.
The Queen's death caused a shift in the operations of the monarchy, with Prince William now becoming the first in line to the throne and his son Prince George second.
It is different being born into the royal family and joining one in adulthood. Camilla, the Queen Consort, Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, and Meghan Markle the Duchess of Sussex understand that all too well.
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Jimmy Carter, who served as the 39th president of the United States from 1977 to 1981, is celebrating a milestone today. The former politician turned 98 years.
Country Singer Carrie Underwood rose to prominence after winning the fourth season of American Idol in 2005 with her single "Inside Your Heaven" making her the only country artist to debut atop the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Queen Elizabeth II always believed that the family feuds could be resolved, and she always hoped that her grandson Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, could reconcile with his father, King Charles.
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Actress Sarah Jessica Parker attended the "Hocus Pocus 2" premiere in style! She made a rare red carpet appearance accompanied by her husband of 25 years Matthew Broderick and their smiley twin daughters, Marion and Tabitha.
Since the Queen passed away on September 8 at her Balmoral retreat home in Scotland her family kept busy participating in processions, greeting and speaking with mourners, welcoming global leaders and dignitaries, and holding vigils at the Westminster Abbey before her September 19 funeral.
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Actor Eric Roberts is today, a household name with hundreds of acting credits under his belt. He rose to stardom despite a childhood disability and credits his success to his "guardian angel," who has supported him through thick and thin.
Before his big move to the US, Prince Harry was actively involved in numerous courses, such as conservation and charities. However, for the longest time, he had also held a fear that time was running out.
Country singer Alan Jackson had been married once to his high school sweetheart, Denise. The singer is a loving father, and "the man who gives everything so his girls can have everything.” And now, he is thrilled about becoming a grandfather for the first time in December.
Prince Harry and his family have been feuding for years now. According to reports in the past few years, Harry and his father and brother, Prince William, are not as close as they used to be, a rift that has only widened since Harry stepped down from his royal roles in 2020.
"The Greatest" actor Pierce Brosnan is possibly the most charming man alive. In addition to his thriving movie career, he is also a doting dad to his five children.
Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, and his wife Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, caused an uproar when they stepped down from their roles as senior working members of the royal family in January 2020.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have always made headlines, from their meeting to their dating life and even their 2018 wedding that attracted over 2,000 attendees.
Following his and Katie Holme's divorce, Cruise became estranged from his daughter, Suri, and the pair were last photographed together in 2012. Holmes raised their daughter as a hard worker with a strong personality.
It's over two decades since The People's Princess, Princess Diana, passed away in a tragic car crash. Her son, Prince Harry, holds beautiful memories of her, remembering her as a naughty parent who, even in death, has influenced how he parents his two children.
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While Prince Louis is still too young to fully grasp the concept of his great-grandmother's death, Kate says he wonders whether they will still play the same games at Balmoral now that the Queen is no longer there.
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Since the Queen's passing on Thursday, September 8, her family and other royal observers have mourned her, paying tributes for days, culminating in her state funeral on Monday, September 19.
Prince William, Prince of Wales, and the Princess of Wales have been devoted entirely to the events surrounding the Queen's death for the past week. Their great-grandmother's funeral might affect the young royals, as their uncle Harry told of his similar struggles.
The brothers have been feuding for years, and seeing them come together during this challenging period has been a breath of fresh air to both their family and other royal observers.
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The Queen was known to the public for her headstrong and steadfast persona, never willingly showing emotion. However, behind closed doors, her staff members remember a woman with a wry sense of humor who would not think twice about playing pranks on people.
Despite a successful Hollywood career, actress Melissa Gilbert always desired a farm life. She finally got to live her dream when she married her third husband and moved into a dilapidated mountain cabin.
American TV host Nick Cannon is a dad again. The comedian and actor welcomed his ninth baby on Wednesday, September 14, with former "Price Is Right" model LaNisha Cole.
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle were already in the United Kingdom days before the Queen died. Having flown to the UK on Saturday, September 3, the couple planned on being part of several charity events.
Initially, parenting was not easy for actor Josh Brolin as he had to stay away from his family for work. But he vowed to make amends once he became a dad in later years.
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Prince Harry and Prince William have been feuding for years, but the death of their beloved grandmother, The Queen, has brought them closer as they grieve her loss.
The Queen had many homes, but her Balmoral residence was where she felt most comfortable and happiest. There, she could be a mother, a grandmother, and a great-grandmother and could "leave her crown at the gates." According to royal experts, she knew she would not return from Balmoral.
King Charles III recently ascended the throne, a moment he has been preparing for more than five decades. Of those that have held the position, King Charles is the only one with proper education.
Amid the ongoing debate on whether or not to embrace gray hair, singer Cher and TV show host Kelly Ripa are adamant they will never show their grays, even as everyone around them appears to embrace the trend.
Before marrying Prince William, Kate Middleton was accustomed to a luxurious lifestyle that The Queen did not think was in line with a future Queen. Because of that, Middleton did not have her first solo event until nine months after her wedding.
When actor Christian LeBlanc started his relationship with his husband Sid Montz, being gay was not as widely accepted as it is today. They had to hide their sexuality for years. Luckily, those days are long behind them. Today, they can openly express their love for each other.
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Dr. Mehmet Oz met his wife, Lisa, in the most fascinating way after their parents set them up. While they did not hit it off immediately, a terrible fight put things into perspective, and they gave love a chance.
Lady Louise and her brother James may be royal kids, but their lives could not be any more different from the rest of their royal cousins. While many royal births happen in private hospitals, Louise and James were born in a National Health Service facility.
During her 70-year rule, since ascending to the throne in 1952, the Queen has developed a steadfast and resolute public persona and is known to never cry in public. However, sometimes the emotions were too raw and she would often break down.
Now that King Charles is already in power, there are claims that he might choose one of several ways to rule. One is that he might abdicate the crown at some point, with another suggesting that he might rule for a few years before handing over the mantle.
When Queen Elizabeth II ascended the throne after her father, King George VI died, she swore to serve her country until her last breath. Seventy years later, she remained true to her word and served her people until the day before she died. Her final public appearance showed signs of death.
Her Majesty The Queen and her husband, the late Prince Philip, had four children — Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, and Prince Edward. However, of all the four royal children, Edward remains the Queen's favorite child.
Queen Elizabeth II had diverse relationships with her grandchildren. However, the one that reports claim was her favorite grandchild did not even know she was the Queen! Fans were shocked at how much the two resembled each other in appearance and character.
After his father died, actor Nicolas Cage bought himself a tomb in preparation for his future burial. Years later, he visited his future burial place with a mystery woman following the end of his fourth marriage, which lasted four days. Luckily, the actor finally found love at 56
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Ron Howard is the epitome of a successful Hollywood story. Besides a thriving career, he has also raised a beautiful family of four kids with his wife, Cheryl. But that's not all; he is also the "sweetest" grandpa to his six grandkids, who love him to bits.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are back in the UK for charity events. The trip comes shortly after Meghan's interview with The Cut in which she disclosed that there was room for forgiveness following the feud between them and the other royals.
