Showing posts with label February. Show all posts
Showing posts with label February. Show all posts

Saturday, February 28, 2026

“America's Next Top Model” ‘Crime Scene' Photographer Was ‘Mortified' Watching The Documentary

Mike Rosenthal, one of the ANTM photographers, was not made aware of the backstory of the crime scene photo shoot, according to his wife, Jen Atkin

Walters tells PEOPLE that at the time, it felt like a coincidence, but looking back, she no longer thinks that

Friday, February 27, 2026

Can Exercise Offset The Risks Of Drinking Alcohol?

Over the past year, public health messaging about alcohol has shifted sharply. For decades, many people clung to the idea that a nightly glass of red wine might protect the heart. Now, both the World Health Organization and the U.S. Surgeon General have taken firm stances: no amount of alcohol is risk-free. 

Thursday, February 26, 2026

What Happened To Moment Sparkling Botanical Drinks After Shark Tank?

Browse the aisles of your local grocery store, and you'll likely see drinks that claim to improve memory, energy, or focus through the use of all-natural ingredients. But what about a beverage whose purported benefits resemble that blissful state you reach during savasana at the end of a yoga class? Well, such a product appeared in Season 12 of "Shark Tank."

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“Imagine calling self-acceptance toxic. Couldn't be me,” she added in the caption. “We brought back #effyourbeautystandards because this message still matters. 13 years after I created the movement, we still need the reminder. Maybe now more than ever.”

Project Runway Star Tim Gunn Reveals Why He Has Been Celibate For 40 Years

Project Runway star Tim Gunn has candidly opened up about why he has been celibate for over 40 years.

The 72-year-old TV personality discussed the reason on an episode of the Dear Chelsea podcast , which aired last week (19 February).

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

All Stars 2026 Winners Announced With 35.22% Of Public Vote

Love Island: All Stars concluded its 2026 season on Monday, 23 February, with the public selecting Samie Elishi and Ciaran Davies as the winners.

The couple secured 35.22% of the total vote, the highest share among the five finalists. The result awarded them the £50,000 prize following weeks of recouplings and eliminations inside the villa.

Meet The Men On The Cast Of The Bachelorette, With Mormon Wives Star Taylor Frankie Paul

The Bachelorette is about to return for season 22, with The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Taylor Frankie Paul looking to find love on the show after her rocky relationship with Dakota Mortensen.

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Kim Kardashian Joins Relaunch Of UPDATE Caffeine-Free Energy Drink

Billionaire Kim Kardashian is entering the world of star-backed energy drinks by joining UPDATE, a beverage startup that uses a caffeine alternative in its products to avoid mood crashes, which has landed a nationwide distribution agreement with Walmart.

Kardashian began using the product in 2023 and started offering unsolicited feedback the following year, which eventually led to a partnership, according to a press release shared with Forbes.

Kardashian will be “co-founder” of UPDATE's relaunch, the release said, which will include new packaging developed in partnership with Kardashian as well as a reformulation and more “accessible” pricing (exact pricing was not disclosed).

UPDATE's original cofounders include former investment banker Daniel Solomons and the billionaire Hess family , original owners of oil company Hess Corp.

Walmart will be carrying the beverage in five flavors across 4,000 stores nationwide starting March 1, with additional flavors rolling out throughout the year.

Kardashian became a billionaire in 2021 and has an estimated net worth of $1.9 billion. The vast majority of her fortune comes from her stake in Skims, her shapewear business, which was valued at $5 billion after a 2025 funding round. Skims is now reportedly eyeing the public market. In 2021, she sold 20% of her cosmetics company, KKW Beauty, to French beauty giant Coty for $200 million. The rest of Kardashian's fortune sits in cash and investments, including her Axel Vervoordt-designed Hidden Hills mansion, paychecks from Keeping Up With the Kardashians, newer Hulu spinoff The Kardashians, 2025 legal drama All's Fair (which was met with a fair share of derision ) and endorsement deals.

UPDATE is hardly the first energy drink to receive the celebrity treatment. Prime, co-founded by YouTube stars Logan Paul and KSI in 2021, went viral and attracted mass enthusiasm among young consumers to the point of inspiring a South Park episode, and within two years of its launch was projected to surpass $1.2 billion in annual sales. (The drink's popularity has since declined.) Podcaster Alex Cooper hit the market with her own beverage brand, Unwell Hydration, in 2024, which gained Target distribution in 2025, and expanded into the energy drink branch with Unwell Energy in December. The company has since secured a sponsorship deal with the National Women's Soccer League valued at around $3 million. Other celebrities in the energy drink industry include soccer legend Lionel Messi (Más+) and Dwayne Johnson (ZOA Energy).

American Idol Hollywood Week Season 24 Results ⁘ Who Will Make Top 30?

Now that Season 24 auditions are finally behind us, Monday's "American Idol" kicked off a Hollywood Week unlike viewers have ever seen before — and not just because it's being held in Nashville this time around. (Hey, it's the Hollywood of Tennessee! ... Right?)

The February 23 episode introduced several new elements to the competition, including a "Gold Room" where safe contestants are sent until it's time for their next turn at the mic. It's a little bit like "Untucked" on "RuPaul's Drag Race," only with less fighting. And a lot less untucking.

With "the biggest cut in 'Idol' history" on the line, we don't blame judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood for feeling the pressure — but that doesn't mean we agree with every decision they made this week. Without giving too much away, let's say there's one contestant we really, really  think the judges need to get serious about. (Fine, we'll say it. It's Trace Casanova. Are we losing our minds, or do we have another Sanjaya on our hands here?)

Read on for a breakdown of the 13 singers confirmed to be safe, the handful of hopefuls whose "Idol" journeys ended this week, and the question marks who are still waiting to learn their fates after a truly mind-boggling cliffhanger:

BRYANT THOMAS | Considering this is only the second time Thomas has performed with his face revealed, it was anyone's guess what he was going to bring to the table — and we  never  would have guessed Taylor Swift's "Champagne Problems." Soulful and sweet, it was not the performance we thought we'd be getting from the dude with the mullet in the cut-off Army vest. So imagine our surprise as Thomas breezed through the song, handling the emotions nicely. The choreography was unnecessary, and the whole thing got  way  too theatrical by the end, but we liked everything that came before.  TVLine's grade:  "B+"

MAKIYAH | The first truly genuinely sexy performance of the night, Makiyah did with Deborah Cox's "Nobody's Supposed To Be Here" what Livy  thought  she was doing with that uncomfortably sexual take on Bruno Mars' "Versace on the Floor." Anyway, Makiyah owned every inch of the stage with her rendition of Deborah Cox's "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here." You could feel the power emanating from her throughout — and that was through the TV. We're frankly surprised Lionel Richie wasn't blown clean off his chair. TVLine's grade: "A-"

Monday, February 23, 2026

Love Is Blind's Chris Issues Statement As ‘Wild' Netflix Scene Goes Viral - OK! Magazine

Love Is Blind fans were left fuming after a 'wild' scene on the Netflix reality dating show saw fitness fan Chris Fusco be brutally honest about his issues with doctor Jessica Barrett.

One scene in which Chris outlines why he feels he is struggling to gel with fiancée Jessica has gone viral after being shared on Netflix's social media accounts. In it, he sits down with her and explains that he usually prefers to date ⁘somebody who does Pilates every day,⁘ as she watches on incredulous.

⁘For me, just to be totally honest and without sounding like a f******g d******d, I don't know how to say it...⁘ he begins. ⁘Like, in the normal world , I date people who f*****g do like CrossFit and s**t.⁘

He continues: ⁘So I'm trying to like, I don't know. Somebody who works out all the time and has a different type of, I don't know.⁘

Chris told Netflix's Tudum that he hadn't wanted to end their relationship with that conversation, though Jessica had no interest in keeping things going after it. Addressing the scene, he stated: “I don't regret being honest with her. I just regret the way I expressed the words that actually came out of my mouth.

Viewers commented on the clip in their thousands, with many condemning Chris' words. One viewer remarked: ⁘This is what dodging a bullet looks like!⁘

Sunday, February 22, 2026

America's Next Top Model” Judges The 'Guardians' Of The...

Eva Marcille is speaking on her positive experience with the judging panel on her season of America's Next Top Model , which is entering the zeitgeist again with a new Netflix docuseries, Reality Check

Speaking at a signing for Jay Manuel's book, The Wig, the Bitch and the Meltdown , Marcille — the winner of cycle 3 in 2004 — called the judges her ⁘guardians⁘

In addition to Manuel, host Tyra Banks, Nigel Barker and Miss J Alexander were on the judges' panel in the height of the show's success

Attending a Feb. 19 book signing for The Wig, the Bitch and the Meltdown , a fictional novel by former ANTM creative director Jay Manuel, Marcille described the judges as ⁘guardians⁘ who have ⁘inspired⁘ her and the contestants in her season, despite how much negativity has come to light.

Marcille, who competed under her maiden name, Eva Pigford, shared that Manuel taught her and ⁘a lot of the girls⁘ on her season the value of ⁘diligence⁘ and ⁘hard work.⁘

⁘Not just work,⁘ Marcille added, ⁘but work beyond work. Excellence beyond the bar,⁘ which she said is what she truly needed ⁘in this business.⁘ Praising the duo of Manuel and Miss J, she added to Manuel, ⁘If J Alexander is the spine, then you are the heart.⁘

Following Reality Check 's premiere on Feb. 16, Marcille appeared on CBS Mornings , where she revealed that she was ⁘gobsmacked ⁘ by the three-part documentary.

'Dancing With The Stars' Announces 1st Fan Convention: What To Know

The long-running dance competition will host its first-ever fan convention and live show this summer, giving fans a chance to meet their favorite pros and celebrities while celebrating all things ⁘DWTS.⁘

⁘DWTS⁘ Con, announced Tuesday on ⁘ Good Morning America ,⁘ will be a three-day immersive experience featuring live dance performances, panels, Q⁘A sessions, interactive photo opportunities, exhibits and exclusive merchandise inspired by the hit ABC competition show, which recently marked 20 years on air.

⁘It's really cool because it's never been done before,⁘ ⁘DWTS⁘ pro Witney Carson said on ⁘GMA,⁘ adding of what fans can expect, ⁘You're going to have access to pros and celebrities, which is really fun, and we're just really excited to see you guys there.⁘

The convention will feature appearances by numerous professional dancers, Mirrorball champions and fan-favorite celebrity contestants.

⁘DWTS⁘ pros announced so far include Brandon Armstrong, Lindsay Arnold, Rylee Arnold, Alan Bersten, Hailey Bills, Sharna Burgess, Witney Carson, Val Chmerkovskiy, Sasha Farber, Jenna Johnson, Daniella Karagach, Pasha Pashkov, Jan Ravnik, Gleb Savchenko, Emma Slater, Ezra Sosa and Britt Stewart.

Celebrity Mirrorball champions and fan-favorites announced so far include Hannah Brown, Danielle Fishel, Xochitl Gomez, Joey Graziadei, Elaine Hendrix, Rashad Jennings, Amanda Kloots, Whitney Leavitt, Phaedra Parks, JoJo Siwa, Johnny Weir, Rumer Willis, Kristi Yamaguchi and Ginger Zee.

Saturday: Fans can attend behind-the-scenes panels featuring candid conversations and the opportunity to ask questions. In the evening, fans can enjoy a live dance performance featuring ⁘DWTS⁘ pros and special guests, directed by Mandy Moore.

Sunday: The final day includes additional panels, a matinee performance, a mock competition and a special farewell to close out the weekend.

Saturday, February 21, 2026

Exercise May Reduce Anxiety Symptoms, Boost Emotional Resilience

Physical activity has long been associated with managing various mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders.

Lesser known is whether individuals with higher levels of physical fitness experience fewer anxiety symptoms and stressful emotions.

A recent study published in Acta Psychologica investigated whether higher cardiorespiratory fitness may be associated with lower levels of anxiety and anger. The researchers examined whether people with different fitness levels exhibit distinct emotional responses to unpleasant visual stimuli.

“These findings make a lot of sense to me. I consistently recommend regular exercise to my patients and believe that regular physical activity is an important piece of strong emotional health,” Nissa Keyashian , MD, board certified psychiatrist and author of “ Practicing Stillness ,” who was not involved in the study, told Healthline.

The study involved 40 healthy individuals between the ages of 18 and 40. The participants were divided into two groups: above-average (AA) and below-average (BA) fitness levels.

Both groups felt more tense after looking at the upsetting images. However, the AA group started with overall lower levels of anger and anxiety in their daily lives, and stayed calmer. The BA group showed a 775% greater risk of seeing their anxiety levels increase from moderate to high.

Anupam Mittal Demands Payment From Shark Tank India 5 Pitcher To Work Together: ‘Aapko Jhelne Ke...

Shark Tank India is currently in the midst of its fifth season and in the latest episode, the judges met with a plant-based meat company based out of Faridabad. Simarjeet Singh and Rupinder Singh presented their products from Mister Veg which are completely made of soya, which they presented as vegetarian versions of different non-veg delicacies. They sought Rs 2 crore in exchange for 2.5 percent of their company, thus valuing it at Rs 80 crore.

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When they started speaking about their business, the pitchers revealed that Jubilant FoodWorks had 38 percent in their business, which they bought in 2021 at Rs 4.25 crore. Jubilant FoodWorks is the company behind Domino's Pizza in India. Aman was quick to get out of the negotiations as he insisted that this industry was on a decline. Ritesh, Namita and Amit said the same thing and got out. Anupam said that they already had a strategic investor in the business and did not understand what role the pitchers wanted the sharks to play in their business. As he also got out, Simrajeet tried to convince him again. As they spoke over each other, Anupam refused to listen to him.

To this, Anupam said that he would be willing to take part in the business, but only on one condition ⁘ if he gets paid by the pitchers. “I am out but if you want me to join your business, I can do it but you will have to pay me for that,” he said and added with a laugh, “Aapko jhelne ke liye. Main paise ke bina yeh kaam nahi karunga. (To work with you. I won't do that unless you pay me.) I love you but I have to leave you.”

India's World Cup journey has been challenging with their batting struggling to find form. Despite this, their depth and deceptive strategies have kept them undefeated. Facing South Africa, known for their strong bowling attack, will be a true test. The pressure to perform at home and the burden of expectation make it even more difficult for India to defend their title.

Friday, February 20, 2026

Sofia Vergara Makes Waves With Sun-Soaked Bikini Throwback

Sofia Vergara has wowed fans with a throwback picture of her rocking a pink bikini at a Miami beach. The Modern Family alum recently added the photo on her Instagram story, with another hilarious photo stitched with it featuring Mr. Bean's face.

The throwback snap shows a young Sofia Vergara striking a fun pose at a beach in Miami. In the photo, she is wearing a two-piece pink string bikini. She completed the look with a pair of black sunglasses while wearing her golden tresses loose. The stunning swimwear highlighted her sculpted physique and sun-kissed skin as she posed with a pouty face.

Vergara has also shared some other throwback photos in the latest addition to her Instagram grid, rocking more bikini looks. The Instagram posts come just days after the actress was spotted with Spanish actor Manu Vega, while leaving the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles.

The post Sofia Vergara Makes Waves With Sun-Soaked Bikini Throwback appeared first on Reality Tea .

Project Runway's Tim Gunn Addresses His Season 21 Absence

Many wondered why Tim Gunn did not return for the new season of Project Runway . Gunn co-hosted the show with Heidi Klum for several seasons. He is now explaining what happened, sharing details in a recent podcast appearance.

Speaking on Chelsea Handler's podcast called Dear Chelsea , Tim Gunn shared that producers did not invite him back for Project Runway Season 21. “I wasn't invited to return to the party. My agent called the producers to say, ‘We understand Heidi [Klum] signed up. We haven't heard a thing about Tim,' and they said, ‘We don't want him.'”

At first, Gunn said the news felt “devastating.” Over time, he accepted it and decided to focus on the positive. He reminded fans that he worked on 19 seasons of the show, including 16 with Klum, and even won an Emmy.

They left in 2017 to host Making the Cut. Now, Klum has returned for Season 21. However, Gunn will not join her. Even though he feels disappointed, he says he is grateful for the years he spent on the show.

The post Project Runway's Tim Gunn Addresses His Season 21 Absence appeared first on ComingSoon.net - Movie Trailers, TV ⁘ Streaming News, and More .

Love Island Star Zac's Family Don't Hold Back As They Share Verdict On Millie

One of the stars of this year's Love Island All Stars has found out exactly what their family back home thinks of their couple and they haven't held back.

ITV's dating reality spin-of f series is quickly approaching its grand finale, with just a few episodes left. It means the remaining couples will be starting eye the big prize, while fans await to see which will last on the outside.

The remaining Islanders have had to navigate triangles, plenty of drama and several bombshells turning heads. Now it's all starting to feel a bit more real after they began to receive video calls from home with friends and family giving their brutally honest thoughts.

In scenes set to be shown during tonight's episode (February 20), viewers will see the rest of the boys receive their calls. Harrison speaks to his mum Rebecca, sister Daisy and step-dad Danny.

Rebecca says: “It's been really good watching, we're really proud of you.” Of Belle she says: “She's lovely, she's had a really hard time, but now you're there it seems to be a bit more positive.”

Harrison is thrilled that his little sister Daisy gives her approval on Belle, too and when comparing his appearance in the South Africa villa to his last time on the show, admits: ⁘I wasn't proud about the way I acted and stuff, hopefully people can see the genuine side of me, a different side of me.”

Later, Zac gets a call from his mum Kelli. She tells him: “We love this show… I absolutely love Millie, you both seem so kind and genuine.” Zac later tells her: “Book your ticket to the UK, come meet us there.” Fans will be keen to know if she is up for the journey.

Later that evening, the girls have set up dates for the boys in the garden, decorating with rose petals, lights and gifts from their shopping trip. Whitney asks Yamen: “Has anyone ever done this for you before?” He replies: “This is a first!”

Thursday, February 19, 2026

'The Bachelorette' 2026. See Premiere Date, Rumored Cast List

The next new season of "The Bachelorette" is coming up in a little over a month, and there could be a contestant from Florida vying for Taylor Frankie Paul's heart.

Paul will be the first "Bachelorette" from outside of the "Bachelor" franchise, coming to the show from her smash-hit Hulu reality show "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives."

Miami resident Jenn Tran held the title last season, and  the show took a brief hiatus , with fans wondering if the "Bachelor" spinoff would return at all. But in September,  ABC revealed Paul as the newest lead .

The Utah-based influencer and reality TV star announced her upcoming role on an episode of the "Call Her Daddy" podcast in September.

"Surreal. It has not hit me right now in this moment," she said. "I'm just thinking about it, and it's not real. And it's not going to be until I think the limo is pulling up, you know? And meeting the people."

Here's what we know about the 22nd season of "The Bachelorette," when it will premiere, who Taylor Frankie Paul is and the rumored cast of contestants.

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Carrie Underwood Marks End Of American Idol Season 24 Auditions With Sweet Instagram Post Thanking...

American Idol judge Carrie Underwood marked the end of the season 24 auditions with a sweet Instagram post, thanking fans for their support. In 2025, Carrie became an American Idol season 23 judge when she took over for Katy Perry, who'd left the show after seven seasons in order to focus on her own music career again. Carrie joined judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan as they searched for the next music superstar.

American Idol season 24 featured four audition episodes, in which Carrie, Lionel, and Luke awarded golden tickets to Hollywood Week in Nashville to standout contestants. The audition episodes have now concluded. Now, as Carrie looks towards the future of American Idol season 24, she's expressing her gratitude to her fans.

Two Love Is Blind Couples Announce They

Over the weekend, two former Love Is Blind couples have announced they are expecting babies . The Valentine's weekend was truly full of love.

In May 2024 they welcomed a little girl called Galileo, and said their lives have “changed forever”. Now, they're expecting a second! The couple said on Instagram: “We have a new little Valentine on the way ❤️. Our hearts are overflowing because this time we know the joy and awe of parenthood. The out of this world, all consuming love that's coming. We are so excited to meet you our precious, heavenly blessing!”

But, they're not the only ones! Also expecting are Catherine and Jake from the first season of Love Is Blind UK. Catherine was with Freddie on the show, but things didn't work out. At the reunion, she announced she was now with Jake, who was a fellow pod dater.

They've stayed together ever since, and now have a baby on the way. “Our greatest adventure begins,” the couple shared on Instagram.

They attached photos of them both in London, alongside a baby scan and the most adorable little baby booties. So cute!

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