Kevin Federline has published a memoir criticizing Britney Spears's parenting and personal struggles, aiming to rehabilitate his image and promote reconciliation with their children, but critics see it as exploitative and humiliating for Spears, who has long battled public scrutiny and personal issues.
Charlie Sheen, celebrating his 60th birthday, has been sober for eight years but still struggles with self-forgiveness and memories of his past scandals, including his infamous 'tiger blood' phase, which he attributes to testosterone cream. He is working on a memoir and Netflix documentary to share his life story.
Ye and Bianca Censori appear to be still together despite previous divorce rumors and tabloid speculation, with recent sightings suggesting they are reconciling and spending time together in New York.
Roseanne Barr, 72, revealed that her ex-husband Tom Arnold was the source who tipped off the National Enquirer about her daughter she put up for adoption, which led to their reunion. Barr shared her story on a podcast, expressing gratitude for the tabloid incident that helped her reconnect with her now 53-year-old daughter, despite the complicated history with Arnold.
James Van Der Beek, known for his role in "Dawson's Creek," revealed his colorectal cancer diagnosis after a tabloid threatened to disclose the information. The actor apologized to loved ones who learned of his condition through the media, explaining that he intended to share his story on his own terms to raise awareness. Despite the unexpected disclosure, Van Der Beek remains optimistic about his health and appreciates the support from his family and fans.
A new book by author Eve Golden aims to dispel the long-standing rumor that 1930s Hollywood star Lupe Velez drowned in her own toilet after taking an overdose of sleeping pills. Golden argues that the rumor was invented by Kenneth Anger, an avant-garde filmmaker, in his controversial book "Hollywood Babylon." Golden's book, "Strictly Dynamic: The Sensational Life of Lupe Velez," explores Velez's career as one of the first Latin actresses in Hollywood, her scandalous affairs, and her tragic death. Golden hopes her book will shed light on Velez's talent and encourage readers to rediscover her films.
The young person at the center of the BBC presenter sex pictures scandal has denied the allegations made by their own mother, calling them "rubbish." The parents stand by their account and claim that the presenter has influenced their child. The Sun newspaper, which published the story, maintains that it has evidence supporting the parents' concerns and urges the BBC to investigate. The BBC presenter has been suspended, and the Metropolitan Police is assessing the information to determine if a criminal offense has been committed.
Britney Spears and Kevin Federline have slammed a British tabloid report claiming that the pop star is using illegal drugs. Federline called the report "repulsive" and accused the publications of fabricating lies and publishing the heartache his family has endured, along with the trauma of their minor children. Spears posted a note on Instagram decrying the reporting, without addressing the specific allegations. The Mail report suggested that the claims about Spears' alleged drug use came as part of an in-process documentary that has been in the works since last July. Spears' lawyer sent a legal note to the Mail on Sunday vehemently denying the report of her alleged drug use.
Britney Spears and Kevin Federline have spoken out against tabloid reports that they say are untrue. A recent Daily Mail story quoted Federline expressing fear that Spears was “on meth.” A separate article in another British tabloid, The Sun, claimed Federline had staged a “failed intervention” to try and help his ex-wife. Both Spears and Federline took to Instagram to express their disappointment and sadness over the false reports.
Prince Harry testifies for a second day in his phone hacking lawsuit against Mirror Group Newspapers, stating that he never spoke to the Palace about his relationship with Chelsy Davy and blaming the press for the loss of her love. He also admits to no longer believing a "Spare" passage is true and blasts the media's destructive role in his childhood.
Prince Harry testified in court against the publisher of the British tabloid, The Daily Mirror, accusing them of phone hacking and other unlawful snooping. He described the toll press intrusion had on him and his relationships, saying news stories "played a destructive role" as he grew up. He also claimed that some editors and journalists had inadvertently caused death, a veiled reference to the 1997 paparazzi car chase that led to the car crash that killed his mother, Princess Diana, in Paris. Harry is one of a number of claimants suing the Mirror's publishers, the Mirror Group, for using what they say were unlawful methods to obtain stories, including phone hacking.
Piers Morgan took a dig at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after a British tabloid apologized to the Duke for unlawful information gathering. Morgan mocked the couple for their privacy stunt and suggested that Prince Harry should apologize for invading the royal family's privacy for commercial gain. The Duke is one of the high-profile figures bringing claims against Mirror Group Newspapers over alleged unlawful information gathering.
Jerry Springer, the former Cincinnati mayor who created and hosted the tabloid talk show "Jerry Springer," known for its onstage fights, profanity, and exploration of taboo topics, died at the age of 79. The show aired for 27 seasons and nearly 5,000 episodes, attracting millions of viewers despite criticism for being exploitative and sensationalistic. Springer distanced himself from the show at times but also defended its entertainment value. A complete obituary will be published soon.
Michael Schumacher's family plans to take legal action against a German tabloid, Die Aktuelle, for publishing an AI-generated "interview" with the Formula One driver. The tabloid's cover story promised "the first interview" with Schumacher, who has not appeared publicly since suffering a severe brain injury in 2013. As generative AI rapidly advances, separating fact from fiction will become increasingly difficult, and without clear legal and regulatory boundaries, nefarious actors will exploit generative AI mercilessly for money and power.
Fans of Hollywood legend Jack Nicholson have taken to social media to defend the actor's privacy after unflattering photos of him were published in a British tabloid. The images, which showed the 85-year-old actor looking sleepy on the balcony of his Beverly Hills home, were the first sighting of Nicholson in 18 months. Fans criticised the publication for invading Nicholson's privacy and urged others to leave the actor alone. Nicholson is widely considered one of the greatest actors of his generation, with three Academy Awards to his name.