Brandi Glanville is offering an update on LeAnn Rimes’ ongoing health issues.

“She really is sick,” Glanville, 53, said on the Thursday, May 7, episode of her “Brandi Unfiltered” podcast. “She has something. I know she gets sick every time she leaves the country, much like myself. We’re twinning all the time.”

Glanville further revealed that her two sons, whom she shares with ex-husband Eddie Cibrian, have shared update on Rimes’ illnesses with her. (Cibrian, 52, has been married to Rimes, 43, since 2011.)

“They are like, ‘She is so sick,’” the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star recalled on her podcast. “They are so health-conscious, [and] they have, like, a hyperbaric oxygen chamber in their dining room.”

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Glanville explained that Rimes has an undisclosed illness and is battling “a tooth thing.”

“You have to realize everything dentally f***s with your vocal cords,” Glanville quipped. “So, if that tooth gets pulled, and she’s very nervous about it, her perfect pitch could be gone. She has veneers … and [those] can trap in bacteria and stuff.”

According to Glanville, Rimes has laryngitis “on top of it.”

“She’s doing everything to protect her voice because that is her everything,” the former Bravo star said. “LeAnn said that a singer that she knew got sick and lost her voice. I said, ‘Well, I got sick and lost my face.’”

Glanville, who has dealt with unexplained facial disfigurement for more than two years, shot down speculation that Rimes was merely copying her.

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“She really is sick, she does have laryngitis, she has a tooth situation and everything she’s doing is to protect her moneymaker,” Glanville stressed. “That’s been her life for, think about it, since she was a child. So, they go to bed at 8:30. They have, like, a whole room of all these machines and lymphatic drainage and they wake up at 4:00 and do yoga. They’re like, ‘Health, health health.’”

As Rimes navigated her various health scares, rumors also swirled that the 9-1-1: Nashville actress was in the running to join The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

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“I hope it’s true about RHOBH,” Glanville tweeted on Wednesday, May 6, reacting to the speculation. “I mean, she got everything else of mine — husband, kids, boobs, bronco, random illnesses. She might as well just be a housewife and finish it off once and for all.”

Rimes, however, has since shut down the speculation.

“No, no…. no housewives for me,” Rimes stated via social media that night. “Playing Dixie on 911 Nashville is [enough] drama for me.”

Lala Baptiste is addressing the internet after receiving unsolicited parenting advice online. The influencer, who recently welcomed her baby girl, Raine Willow-Dominique Parker, with Jay Cinco, spoke out after social media users criticized her for taking her newborn out for a walk.

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Lala Baptiste Claps Back At Critics Over Parenting Comments

On Friday, Lala Baptiste shared a video of herself pushing baby Raine in a stroller on a sunny day outside. Although the baby’s face was covered, several social media users pointed out that the newborn did not appear to be wearing socks or a blanket.

The online comments appeared to get Lala’s attention. The following day, she returned to social media to address the criticism directly.

In her post, Lala called out “internet doctors” and asked users to stop giving unsolicited parenting advice. She also reminded critics that her pediatrician cleared her to take the baby outside. Lala also explained that her daughter was not born on the same day as her, and Jay Cinco announced her arrival online. She added that the baby had already been inside for over a week before they shared the news publicly.

She ended her message by writing, “Find a hobby and have a blessed day.” Lala then signed off as “a new mom that will cuss all of you out individually.”

Social Media Shares Mixed Reactions

Social media users quickly flooded The Shade Room’s comment section with mixed reactions to the situation.

Instagram user @lovers_xx wrote, “Where is the baby socks? Where is her hat? Her blanket?

Another Instagram user @harmoniiiiiiiiii wrote, “Let’s normalize to stop telling moms things they are fully aware of 🙄 especially first time moms! As if we haven’t already over researched every small or big thing we do with our kids!

While Instagram user @yonashanti wrote, “Don’t post then lol ppl are going to say something regardless 🤣”

Instagram user @identifyingkeex2 wrote, “They also tell you to take your baby out because sunlight and fresh air is good for them”

Another Instagram user @luv_jones222 wrote, “That baby still needs on some socks 😂”

While Instagram user @lialenae wrote, “how are yall gone tell someone not to post their kid cause they don’t care about yall opinion taking her baby outside for a walk 🤣🤣🤣🤣”

Instagram user @mimixoant wrote, “There is a comment section for a reason 🤣 doesn’t mean you need to listen or respond…slow poke”

Another Instagram user @inkmychina69 wrote, “But she’s absolutely correct people need to stop feeling telling people what to do with there child”

While Instagram user @lexi.thee.libra wrote, “Taking a week old baby out is still insane behavior. My daughter didn’t leave our home aside from the doctor for 3 months, and she didn’t go to any stores or anything for about 6”

Jay Cinco Embraces Dad Duties Following Baby Raine’s Arrival

Since announcing baby Raine’s arrival, Jay Cinco has continued sharing sweet moments from his journey into fatherhood. Jay recently posted a photo of a heart emoji covering the newborn’s face while Michael Jackson’s ‘You Are Not Alone’ played in the background.

In the caption, he wrote, “Raine said good morning. Awwww my princess is so cuteeeee. Ima always love you out loud idc if you turning 30 lol you’ll always be daddy’s princess.” He continued, “You make daddy want to work so hard so we can have the funnest and happiest life ever together.”

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Internet users are shedding tears as Major Harris graduates from Woodward Academy with honors.

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Major Harris Graduates With Honors

On Saturday, May 9, Tiny Harris took to Instagram to share a video clip with her more than 6.8 million followers. Furthermore, the clip showed Major walking across the stage area while his family crowded together — Heiress holding a large cutout poster of his face.

“Big congratulations to my youngest son @majorpharris but the biggest boss of the family. Who graduated with Honors today frm Woodward Academy. When I tell u all 288 graduates graduated with scholarships. It was so amazing to witness! Major it has been one of the greatest moments to see u pull thru like we all knew u would. @preciousharris1913 would be overjoyed seeing her baby walk & with Honors. We celebrate u! We honor u for all your greatness & beautiful human u are inside & out!! Love u with all I got son! Here’s to you & your bright future ahead!! U make the family so proud! 🙏🏽💚👑🙌🏽🤟” Tiny captioned the video clip.

Internet Users Are Shedding Tears

Social media users entered the TSR Teens’ comment section with reactions to Major Harris graduating with honors.

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As The Shade Room previously reported, Major Harris recently made headlines as he attended his prom. The event went down in April, and Major attended the event with a date. In footage shared at the time, Major donned a tuxedo while his date wore a teal strapless gown.

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Taylor Sheridan‘s fan-favorite series Landman has been renewed for a third season — but when will it premiere?

Director Stephen Kay recently teased when Landman would return, telling The Hollywood Reporter, that the creators are “cutting while we’re shooting and so it’ll hopefully be out soon.”

The plan is to condense two parts of the development cycle to avoid a long wait between seasons. This would mean either a late 2026 release or early 2027.

Inspired by the “Boomtown” podcast series, Landman centers around the West Texas oil industry, with a specific focus on crisis executive Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton) and his family. Season 2, which premiered in October 2025, set Paramount+ viewership records after securing over 9.2 million streaming views for its premiere episode in the first two days on service. Views increased from the first season premiere, making it the most watched premiere for any original series for Paramount+.

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During the season 2 finale, which aired in January, Cooper (Jacob Lofland) convinced Ariana (Paulina Chávez) to report her sexual assault to the police. As a result, Cooper was questioned after it turned out that the man responsible for the assault died from a heart attack after he was taken to the hospital.

Once Cooper’s dad, Tommy, caught wind of the situation, he made sure his son wouldn’t be charged with a crime he didn’t commit. With help from Rebecca (Kayla Wallace), Tommy was able to stop the authorities from arresting Cooper.

Tommy also dealt with the aftermath of being fired by Cami (Demi Moore) by creating his own oil company. He got all of his former coworkers — and family — on board by hiring Cooper, Ariana, Rebecca, Dale (James Jordan), T.L. (Sam Elliott), Nathan (Colm Feore), Boss (Mustafa Speaks), King (Dougie Hall) and Cheyenne (Francesca Xuereb).

Before creating his own company, Tommy received an investment from Gallino (Andy Garcia) after questioning his connections to the drug cartel earlier in the season. There was also Ainsley (Michelle Randolph) struggling with the college cheerleading team — while at the same time making friends with her former roommate, who she decided to move back in with at the end of the finale.

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The over-the-top story lines are a staple in Sheridan’s hit Paramount+ show. Before the season 2 finale, Randolph, 28, reflected on getting “a mix of some feminist negativity” and praise for her characters in Sheridan’s 1923 and Landman.

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“It’s all of the above. I’ve had to stop letting myself get defensive over my character because when you spend so much time in someone else’s head space, you start to understand their logic,” she explained in Interview Magazine. “For Ainsley [on Landman], I couldn’t be more different than her, but I also adore her. I like to say she’s not dumb, she just has limited life experience, and we’re seeing her in her most formative years.”

Randolph appreciated the challenge, adding, “How lucky to play a character who is continually evolving. It’s challenged me in a lot of ways — what is on the page is so different than what you see on screen. I’ve tried to add in how genuine and sincere she is so there are more redeeming qualities.”

Landman is currently streaming on Paramount+.

James Kennedy, former star of Bravo’s “Vanderpump Rules” or “VPR” for short, is having a baby! Viewers, however, don’t seem overly excited about the reality star’s incoming bundle of joy. In fact, many of them have begun posting their concerns on social media, referencing Kennedy’s past antics from his time on the show.

According to a new report from TMZ, Kennedy, 34, is welcoming his first child with his girlfriend.

A source close to Kennedy and his partner said they have been dating for about seven months and recently celebrated the big news with a themed party for those closest to them.

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It’s unclear exactly who Kennedy’s girlfriend is, but the insider claimed that the soon-to-be mother is not a public figure and has chosen to stay out of the spotlight.

‘VPR’ Fans Don’t Seem Overly Excited About Kennedy Welcoming A Child Into The World

News that Kennedy is becoming a parent traveled fast, and users responded with more worry than celebration.

“Oh, God, prayers up for baby Kennedy and whoever their mum is,” someone wrote, while another said, “Oh, Lord, have mercy.”

A third user said there could be an issue with Kennedy becoming a father, and a fourth said, “This is proof that you don’t pick your parents.”

“Thoughts and prayers for this angel baby who did not choose its father,” someone else posted, prompting another to write, “I’m really sorry to hear this.”

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On Instagram, the reaction was much of the same, with someone sharing, “I am very frightened for his girlfriend. I pray he has been getting help for his violent behavior.”

Another added: “This terrifies me.”

Kennedy Split From His ‘VPR’ Co-Star In January 2025

The news that Kennedy is becoming a father comes a year and a half after the reality star split from his “VPR” co-star, Ally Lewber.

According to Page Six, the two parted ways after an alleged domestic dispute occurred between them in California.

A source shared that, at the time, an eyewitness saw Kennedy allegedly grab and push Lewber during a heated argument in December 2024.

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The TV personality-turned-DJ was taken into custody before being released from jail.

“The investigation determined it was a domestic incident, leading to [Kennedy’s] arrest. [Kennedy] was booked for misdemeanor domestic violence and later posted bail. Formal charges are pending review by the Burbank City Attorney’s office,” a police spokesperson told PEOPLE.

Weeks later, charges against Kennedy were dropped—something Lewber said she was grateful for.

“I am happy that prosecutors decided not to file against James, as I never desired criminal charges,” she said. “We had an argument outside of his home related to him drinking again, however, I was not physically hurt.”

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Later, Lewber confirmed that she and Kennedy had gone their separate ways, adding that she’ll always “support James” before wishing him well moving forward.

Kennedy Said He Was Pursuing Sobriety Following His Arrest

Kennedy opened up about the disheartening situation on his social media accounts, revealing that he was planning to pursue sobriety after years of personal struggles.

“I am committed to making meaningful changes in my life,” he wrote. “I am taking time to focus on my sobriety, personal growth, and being present for my loved ones.”

He went on to say, “Navigating challenging moments is not easy, but I am determined to learn, grow, and move forward with the incredible support system around me.”

‘VPR’ Alum Blasted Kennedy Following His Arrest

Shortly after Kennedy’s arrest became public knowledge, his ex-girlfriend, Raquel Leviss, blasted him on social media, claiming she was abused by Kennedy during a portion of their relationship.

“The amount of times I convinced myself that the abuse I endured by James Kennedy Georgiou was a ‘misunderstanding’ is sickening,” she said online.

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Leviss’ lawyers also spoke out, calling the news unsurprising. Adding to the drama, they even accused NBC Universal and Bravo of encouraging Kennedy’s alleged poor behavior.

“Just as troubling, however, is that NBC and Evolution (the Vanderpump Rules production company), who have known about Mr. Kennedy’s troubling behavior all along, have been engaged in a multi-year cover-up on his behalf. They, too, bear responsibility,” the statement read.

Chief Keef reacted after Sexyy Red posted cozy flicks with Chris Brown, and the internet is also weighing in.

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Sexyy Red Posts Cozy Flicks With Chris Brown

On Friday, May 8, Sexyy Red took to Instagram to share a two-slide carousel with her followers. Furthermore, it featured two photos of her hugged up with Chris Brown. In the flicks, she donned a striped onesie while he wore an all-white outfit.

“U kno u can call on me wheneva big daddy 😉🩸 thank u Bhrissss 🫶🏾🫶🏾 @chrisbrownofficial,” she captioned the photos, seemingly referring to her feature on Brown’s latest album, which was released on Friday.

Chief Keef Reacts To The Chris Brown Pics Alongside Social Media

Chief Keef slid in Sexyy’s Red’s comment section, writing, “girl get yo black ass out folks section”

This, while folks slid into The Shade Room Teens’ comment section.

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As The Shade Room previously reported, Sexyy Red and Chief Keef last made headlines back in February. At the time, they had the ‘net talking about them appearing a bit cozy in a video clip and photos. One clip showed them sitting next to each other with Sexyy Red’s legs draped over him, while another showed her cradling his face while she stuck her tongue out, and he held her chest.

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Some heist movies ask you to admire the plan. This franchise has always asked you to admire the plan, the misdirection, the lighting, the monologue, the reveal, and at least three things that probably violate the laws of physics. That is the fun of it. It is not a grounded crime saga. It is a magic trick wearing a heist movie’s suit, and it has somehow made that formula last across multiple films, several impossible reveals, and a whole lot of dramatic card throwing.

Now You See Me: Now You Don’t is now streaming, bringing Lionsgate’s flashy heist franchise back with returning Horsemen and a younger generation of illusionists. Directed by Ruben Fleischer, the sequel once again centers on elaborate magic-based crimes, mind-bending reveals, and performers who treat the phrase “normal robbery” as a personal insult. Rotten Tomatoes describes the story as bringing the Four Horsemen together with new illusionists for twists, surprises, and magic unlike anything previously captured in the series.

The cast includes Jesse Eisenberg (The Social Network, Zombieland) as J. Daniel Atlas, Woody Harrelson (True Detective, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri) as Merritt McKinney, Dave Franco (Neighbors, The Disaster Artist) as Jack Wilder, Isla Fisher (Wedding Crashers, Confessions of a Shopaholic) as Henley Reeves, Lizzy Caplan (Masters of Sex, Cloverfield) as Lula May, Morgan Freeman (The Shawshank Redemption, Se7en) as Thaddeus Bradley, Justice Smith (Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, Detective Pikachu), Dominic Sessa (The Holdovers), Ariana Greenblatt (Barbie, 65), and Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn).

Is ‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ Any Good?

Collider’s review stated that Now You See Me: Now You Don’t gives the franchise a welcome jolt by pairing the original Horsemen with a sharp new trio of younger magicians, and that expanded team dynamic is one of the sequel’s biggest strengths. The review was also delighted with the addition of Pike to the movie, who brings a lot of energy and smug nastiness, which is great — “As the villainous Veronika Vanderberg, Rosamund Pike is exceptional: charming with a thinly veiled ruthlessness, perfect for a wealthy heiress whose bad side you’d like to avoid.”

It’s really fun, packed with good set pieces and snarky banter, and it should leave audiences happy.

Now You See Me: Now You Don’t is now streaming.

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November 12, 2025

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112 minutes

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Ruben Fleischer

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Rhett Reese, Seth Grahame-Smith, Michael Lesslie, Paul Wernick, Eric Warren Singer, Boaz Yakin, Edward Ricourt

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Margot Robbie has mastered that elusive New York rich-girl uniform, and lately, it seems to hinge on one key piece: perfectly slouchy denim that looks lived-in in the best way. There’s something about a relaxed, baggy silhouette that instantly makes an outfit feel cooler, quieter and more expensive. It’s the kind of staple that doesn’t try too hard, but somehow pulls everything together.

While out in New York City on May 4, the Barbie star leaned into that formula with a crisp white tank, a relaxed black blazer and a caramel shoulder bag. But it was her faded black, wide-leg jeans that grounded the entire look, giving it that effortless, downtown polish. The good news? You don’t need a celebrity stylist (or budget) to get there — a similar baggy silhouette is on Amazon for just $32.

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The Emmiol High Rise Wide Leg Jeans mirror Robbie’s pair with their faded black wash and slightly oversized, borrowed-from-the-boys fit. They sit at a mid-to-high-rise that smooths the waist, then fall into a loose leg that drapes without clinging — key to that “expensive without trying” effect. The soft cotton-blend fabric adds comfort, and they come in multiple washes if you want to mix it up.

Styling-wise, this is where the New York rich-girl energy really clicks. Pair them with a white tank and blazer like Robbie for that polished, model-off-duty look, or swap in a lightweight knit and ballet flats for something more uptown. Even a simple tee and sneakers lean into the same relaxed, city-cool aesthetic. Either way, these jeans do the work for you.

Shoppers are just as into them, calling out the “trendy, casual vibe” and how easily they pair with everything from tanks to structured blazers. Others say they’re “super comfortable,” thanks to the breathable, slightly stretchy feel — ideal for long days that go from coffee runs to dinner plans.

Bottom line: this is one of those easy, expensive-looking staples that elevates everything else in your closet. The fit is relaxed but refined, the wash feels perfectly worn-in and the price makes it an easy yes. Consider it your shortcut to that understated, downtown polish Robbie makes look effortless.

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Murder mystery TV shows may not be in abundance on HBO Max, but the ones it does have are very impressive.

During the few times that HBO has gone all-in on mystery, it’s often lined up movie stars to give the shows even more prestige.

The Watch With Us team has recently revisited the genre to select the four great murder mystery TV shows on HBO Max, as ranked by IMDb rating.

No. 1 on the list is a show you’ve almost certainly seen before if you subscribe to HBO or HBO Max.

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4. ‘The Undoing’ (2020)

IMDb rank: 7.4

Nicole Kidman and Hugh Grant lent their star power to The Undoing, a psychological thriller and a murder mystery that debuted on HBO Max just over half a decade ago. The story revolves around Grace (Kidman) and Johnathan Fraser (Grant), a couple who appear to be content on the surface. In reality, Jonathan is secretly having an affair with Elena Alves (Matilda De Angelis), an enigmatic woman whom Grace keeps running into.

When Elena is found dead, Jonathan emerges as one of the prime suspects. Even Grace can’t say for certain if her husband is guilty of murder or not. Grace intends to discover the truth, but she may not like the things she learns about Jonathan and their life together.

The Undoing is streaming on HBO Max.

3. ‘Perry Mason’ (2020 – 2023)

IMDb rank: 7.6

The original Perry Mason TV series was almost exclusively centered on murder cases that the title character solved through dramatic moments in court. HBO’s TV reboot embraced the character’s origin, but leaned more into detective stories by introducing a much younger Perry Mason, as played by Matthew Rhys.

In this incarnation, Perry is a private detective in the early ’30s who is drawn into the investigation of a child kidnapping gone wrong. John Lithgow costars as Perry’s frequent employer, Elias Birchard “E.B.” Jonathan, a lawyer who utilizes the former’s services. But to get the answers he needs, Perry will eventually embrace the law as his own profession and become a lawyer himself.

Perry Mason is streaming on HBO Max.

2. ‘Mare of Easttown’ (2021)

IMDb rank: 8.4

Mare of Easttown was only intended as a standalone miniseries, but it made quite an impression thanks to Kate Winslet‘s Emmy-winning performance as Marianne “Mare” Sheehan. Near the beginning of the show, Mare’s personal life is falling apart, as her ex-husband, Frank Sheehan (David Denman), moves on with a new lover while she deals with the fallout of their son’s suicide.

As Mare struggles to solve the case of a missing girl, Katie Bailey (Caitlin Houlahan), another young woman, Erin McMenamin (Cailee Spaeny), is found murdered. Mare reluctantly accepts help from Detective Colin Zabel (Evan Peters) on both cases. But the search for answers will ultimately come down to Mare herself, especially after some shocking twists along the way.

Mare of Easttown is streaming on HBO Max.

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1. ‘True Detective’ (2014 – Present)

IMDb rank: 8.8

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There have been four seasons of True Detective to date, each with its own cast of Hollywood A-list actors. But the first season starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson is easily among the greatest HBO shows ever made. That season embraced non-linear storytelling set between two time periods. In the past, homicide detectives Rustin “Rust” Cohle (McConaughey) and Martin “Marty” Hart (Harrelson) tackle a gruesome murder case that makes their careers.

However, Rust and Marty are estranged from each other in the present, and they reluctantly revisit their shared history when a new investigation mirrors the one they supposedly closed years ago. Marty and Rust are hiding some pretty big secrets, but they’re also invested in finding out who’s really behind these murders, even if it costs them their lives.

True Detective is streaming on HBO Max.