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James Van Der Beek Urged Fans Not to Ignore This Colorectal Cancer Symptom
James Van Der Beek urged fans not to ignore one specific colorectal cancer symptom before his death on Wednesday, February 11, at age 48.
In a resurfaced interview from November 2024, Van Der Beek revealed to People that there was one indicator for his eventual stage III colorectal cancer he didn’t think much of when it first happened.
“It was just a change in bowel habits,” he said while speaking about his diagnosis publicly for the first time. “I thought, I probably need to change my diet a little bit. Maybe I need to stop [drinking] coffee. Maybe I need to not put cream in the coffee.” (Colorectal cancer begins in the longest part of the large intestine, called the colon, which contributes to bowel habits.)
The Dawson’s Creek actor noted, “Then I finally took that out of the diet, and it didn’t improve, and I thought, all right, I better go get this checked out.”
James Van Der Beek was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in November 2024 — but what does the condition entail? “Colorectal cancer is a cancer that arises in your colon or your rectum,” gastroenterologist Roshini Raj exclusively told Us Weekly in November 2024. “So part of your large intestine.” In February 2026, Van Der Beek died […]
When Van Der Beek did have a routine colonoscopy in August 2023 he recalled feeling “really, really good as I was coming out of anesthesia that I had finally done it and looked into it.”
But that happy feeling soon wore off when he heard his diagnosis. “And as I was coming out of the haze, the gastroenterologist said — in his most pleasant bedside manner — it is cancer,” Van Der Beek remembered.
The Varsity Blues star pointed out that he was “very healthy” and in “amazing cardiovascular shape” when he discovered the cancer. Once he knew what he was facing, Van Der Beek changed his already healthy diet — something he thought more people should implement as a precautionary measure.
James Van Der Beek and Paul Walker in ‘Varsity Blues.’ Everett Collection
“I think the country is waking up to connecting with our food and recognizing just how much it’s processed and how far away it’s gotten from the way nature intended,” he explained. “I would encourage everyone to do the same because this is not a fun process.”
Van Der Beek warned at the time, “There are a lot of assumptions, I think, that we’ve all grown up with about what’s healthy and what’s not. And I think it would all do us some good to throw out those assumptions.”
When it came to his routine, Van Der Beek said he was avoiding processed food, gluten and dairy, and only eating organic vegetables from his garden. He told the outlet he was exercising regularly and prioritizing his mental health.
James Van Der Beek was candid about his colorectal cancer battle before his death in 2026. “Each year, approximately 2 billion people around the world receive this diagnosis. And I’m one of them,” the Dawson’s Creek alum shared in an Instagram post at the time, noting that he was “in a good place and feeling […]
Van Der Beek also urged people in December 2025 to get screened for colon cancer right at 45, noting he didn’t get looked at until 46. (The age that doctors suggest adults get a colonoscopy and screenings went from 50 to 45 in 2018.)
“If anybody takes anything away from this interview, it would be, get tested, talk to your doctor,” Van Der Beek said during his last interview on the Today show.
According to Dr. Peter Stanich, a gastroenterologist with The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center — Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute and Wexner Medical Center, there has been an uptick in this type of cancer in younger, otherwise healthy adults.
“We know colorectal cancer has been increasing in young people, and it is not exactly clear why,” Stanich, who was not involved in Van der Beek’s care, told Women’s World on Thursday, February 12.
James Van Der Beek shared an uplifting message about his cancer diagnosis just two months before he died at age 48 on Wednesday, February 11. “As soon as I heard the news [about my colorectal cancer diagnosis], I went into shock,” Van Der Beek admitted to Today’s Craig Melvin on December 19, 2025, in what […]
The doctor explained, “Part of this is likely due to increasing obesity and changes in diets over time, but many people are still investigating the cause of this,” calling the increase in younger patients a “worrisome trend.”
Stanich noted that like Van Der Beek’s case, changes in bowel movements or abdominal pain should be discussed with a doctor.
“Many colorectal cancers do not cause symptoms, which is why it is so important to have the recommended screening test at the recommended age [45],” he added.
Van Der Beek, for his part, battled his cancer for more than two years before he died on Wednesday.
James Van Der Beek, Kimberly Van Der Beek. Courtesy of James Van Der Beek/Instagram
“Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace,” his family wrote via an Instagram statement. “There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity, and the sacredness of time. Those days will come. For now we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend.”
Fans and celebrities alike have since rallied around James’ wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, and their six children, starting a GoFundMe page to help with remaining medical expenses and other costs following his death.
James’ fans and costars have also honored his legacy with tributes to the late actor. James’ former Dancing With the Stars partner Emma Slater wrote via social media, “I’m so devastated. He is and will always be family to me. Love you so much James. The man that you are, you can be proud of. So grateful that I got to be there to say goodbye to you.”
Michelle Williams, James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson on ‘Dawson’s Creek.’ Sony Pictures/Everett Collection
His Dawson’s Creek costar Katie Holmes, wrote a handwritten letter to James that she shared via Instagram on Thursday.
“James, thank you. To share space with your imagination is sacred — breathing the same air in the land of make-believe and trusting that each other’s hearts are safe in their expression,” Holmes, 47, wrote in part. “These are some of the memories, along with laughter, conversations about life, James Taylor songs — adventures of a unique youth …”
She continued to describe James’ life as one of, “Bravery. Compassion. Selflessness. Strength. An appreciation for life and the action taken to live life with the integrity that life is art — creating a beautiful marriage, six loving children — the journey of a hero.”
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Shakira, the mother of Scrappy‘s youngest child, has reacted after Bambi posted a head-turning message about her online.
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Bambi Posts Head-Turning Message About Shakira, Mom Of Scrappy’s Youngest Child
On Wednesday, February 11, Bambi took to Instagram to share a carousel of slides. Furthermore, the initial slide read, “I normally don’t do this and I thought about it long and hard. I don’t speak on situations. I don’t entertain narratives. And I definitely don’t perform for the internet.”
“But when it comes to BM #3 …. SHAKIRA!” she wrote before posting on the following slides. “SHE. ATE. DOWN”
Then, Bambi followed up with, “This RED hair is [fire]…” Furthermore, the final slide showed her walking down a hallway, donning burgundy long hair.
Peep her post by clicking here.
Shakira, Mom Of Scrappy’s Youngest Child, Reacts
Afterward, Shakira slid into the comment section of Bambi’s post. Furthermore, she wrote, “Oh my godddddddd 😍😍😍😍😍 I been waitinggggggg to see thisssss!! Come on reddddddd!!!!!!!”
Meanwhile, social media users weighed in with their own thoughts.
Instagram user @derricksdadsiscuzfriend wrote, “The Bam ain’t neva been a hater. 🤏🏽😍”
While Instagram user @prolificgoddess added, “Yessssssssss this is why Bam has always been my fav. Her level of maturity is so sexy‼️‼️‼️”
Instagram user @thenicoleuluv wrote, “I love me some @adizthebam This how you know bm #1 was the problem.🤏🏽🤏🏽🤏🏽🤏🏽”
While Instagram user @prettyp0ckets100 added, “And left no crumbs 😍”
Instagram user @gavinleej wrote, “Omg this was such clever social media cuz I thought yall were fighting until I saw she got u hair laid lol tf!”
While Instagram user @blackdiamond_sosadity added, “Giiirlllllll I ain’t know wtf was about to happen😭🤣🤣 but yes ma’am ate deooownnn!!!”
Instagram user @i_am_charitie_charee wrote, “Now Yall know Bam was never the problem 🔥🔥🔥”
While Instagram user @hilack57 added, “Who ran first class to the comment section like me?😂❤️🔥🔥”
Instagram user @1bella_nena wrote, “😍🔥 when people want you to be a mean girl..k!ll them with kindness,…”
More On Bambi & Scrappy’s Recent Relationship
As The Shade Room previously reported, in December, Bambi and Scrappy turned heads when they popped out at Brandy and Monica’s concert in Atlanta, Georgia, together.
Afterward, Scrappy posted about how their night out and amicable relationship meant a lot to him, per The Shade Room.
Afterward, Britney Sims, the woman Scrappy was previously linked to, seemed to imply tha she and he had gone their separate ways, per The Shade Room.
Later that month, Scrappy and Bambi continued to serve family vibes by posing for holiday pictures with their three kids and Momma Dee.
Ultimately, Scrappy and Bambi brought in the New Year together, alongside their kids.
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Sexyy Red has the internet streets reacting to her music again after sampling Michael Jackson‘s ‘Beat It.’ She hasn’t said whether her risqué remix is just for fun or a cleared sample on an upcoming song. But her comment section was flooded after she took the song to the bedroom.
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Sexyy Red Turns Up To Remixed Michael Jackson Song
The rapper shared a video of her fun in the studio on Wednesday. Instead of saying “beat it,” Sexyy Red rapped, “eat it,” and in the video pointed toward her pelvic area. Her whole verse was about going downtown with it—the explicit version.
“I’m finna put it on your grill, just eat it. Just eat it. You better not n*t fast cause I hate a minute man and if that d**k is trash I’m telling all my friends…”
In her caption, she wrote, “Leaked footage from the Michael Jackson movie. HOOCHIE TRIBUTE TO DA BEST.” Her post follows the first teaser of MJ’s biopic, which drops in April. ‘Beat IIt’ went number one on Billboard Hot 100 in April 1983, and stayed there for three straight weeks. Michael Jackson’s song comes with the message of being anti-violence and urging people to walk away. But Sexyy Red? Take a listen below to hear how she added her own spin!
Fans Are Sounding Off With All Kinds Of Reactions
Sexyy Red’s Instagram post got over 15,000 comments. From laughing emojis to comments about loving her personality.
N”urseeee , Sexyy Escaped Again 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂,” @des.dessssoi joked.
“Lmaooooo never a dull moment with you,” @baelynnthemua commented.
“Im here for it ! DROP THIS ASAP FOR THE HATERS IN THE FRONT & BACK,” @rollgang3 wrote.
@k_stallion added, “Not a routine to the intro 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂! They gone cancel you over Mj my guh.”
“This issue for me now is i cant tell if sh!t is just a game to her or sistah is dead serious 😂,” @whereizky commented.
“I like it ion know 🤣🤣🤣,” @lindaya.__ said.
Meanwhile, @kashmurkem wrote, “I don’t play about Michael Jackson 😒 yall so used to hearing weak music yall actually can “vibe” wit ts.”
“LMAOOOO now I draw the line at Michael sista 😭😭😭😭,” @_sunnyyyd added.
“Some stuff just not suppose to happen ya know,” wrote @iamprophet_.
Know Who Doesn’t Play About Samples? Beyoncé
And speaking of samples, one superstar who doesn’t play about hopping on her songs is thee Beyoncé. Back in 2022, Fivio Foreign opened up about Bey asking him to clean up his lyrics before he could sample Destiny’s Child in his song. He tapped Queen Naija and Coi Leray for the track, ‘What’s My Name?’ which sampled ‘Say My Name.’
““I cleaned it up a lot. Yeah, it was like you can’t be talking about girls like that. But afterward Big John and em explained to me too like it’s a bigger record now, to clean it up, it’s bigger now,” Fivio revealed on ‘Ebro in the Morning.’
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Former Bravo star Taylor Armstrong is facing the consequences of her recent remarks. Earlier this week, Armstrong—a “Real Housewives” veteran—ignited a controversy after issuing critical comments about Bad Bunny‘s Super Bowl Halftime performance.
After facing pushback, Armstrong apologized for her statements, admitting she didn’t connect with the Latino artist’s “creative” direction. Her apology, however, is falling on deaf ears, as many netizens slammed the 54-year-old, labeling her “racist” and calling for others to have her canceled.
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Taylor Armstrong Issues Apology Over Bad Bunny Comments
For those who might’ve missed it, Armstrong posted an image to her Instagram Stories following Bad Bunny’s record-breaking Super Bowl Halftime performance in early February 2026. The snap showed her edited over a character from “Gladiator.”
“Were you entertained?? I am embarrassed for the @NFL and Apple for the Super Bowl half time show totally in Spanish with a Cuban flag,” she captioned the post.
Commenters on Reddit reacted strongly to the post, calling the reality star “uneducated.”
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Armstrong Responds To Bad Bunny Backlash, Admits She Didn’t ‘Connect’ With The Show
After sparking significant backlash, Armstrong issued a follow-up post, apologizing to anyone she might have offended.
“I want to address my earlier Instagram post about the Super Bowl halftime show. My post did not fully reflect my heart or my respect for the artist and culture as a whole,” she wrote. “The Super Bowl is such a huge American tradition, and while I personally didn’t connect with the creative direction of this year’s halftime show, that doesn’t take away from the fact that Bad Bunny IS an American and that the Spanish language is a prominent aspect of American culture. Evidently, my lack of awareness of the Latin culture led me to mistaken [sic] the flag as Cuban.”
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Armstrong added that she plans to “learn from this in the future” so she can be well-informed about different cultures and backgrounds. “That diversity is something I truly respect,” she said.
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Fans Are Not Moved By ‘Racist’ Armstrong’s Apology
Bad Bunny’s performance, which showcased some of his biggest hits such as “Tití Me Preguntó,” secured its place as the most-watched Super Bowl Halftime Show of all time. The nearly 15-minute show was a spectacle of flashing lights, groovy choreography, and inspirational messaging.
In a previous interview, Bad Bunny described his performance as a celebration of culture. “It’s for those who came before me and ran countless yards so I could come in and score a touchdown… this is for my people, my culture, and our history. Ve y dile a tu abuela, que seremos el HALFTIME SHOW DEL SUPER BOWL,” he said.
As for Armstrong, the mother of one stated that she never intended to offend “anyone’s culture or language,” adding that she should’ve “taken more time to reflect.”
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Armstrong’s plea for forgiveness, though, wasn’t well received by social media users, who called the TV personality “privileged.”
“Why apologize if that’s how you really felt? You don’t unlearn 60yrs of being racist in 3 days,” another wrote.
“How are you learning and growing about respecting cultures at 50 plus?” a third asked.
Jill Zarin Fired From E! After Making Critical Comments About Bad Bunny
Armstrong isn’t the only Bravo alum under fire this week, according to The Blast.
Jill Zarin, an original “Real Housewives of New York” cast member, faced an even harsher consequence when the E! Network terminated her involvement in an upcoming reunion special.
“In light of recent public comments made by Jill Zarin, Blink49 Studios has decided not to move forward with her involvement in The Golden Life,” the network and production shared. “We remain committed to delivering the series in line with our company standards and values.”
Zarin’s firing came after she questioned why there were no “white people” in Bad Bunny’s performance and criticized the Grammy winner for trying to make a “political statement.”
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She, too, seemed to walk back her earlier claims in a statement, saying, “I took it down right away. People make mistakes. I’m human.”
Armstrong And Zarin’s Former Boss Issues Shady Response To Their Statements
Andy Cohen, Zarin and Armstrong’s former boss, responded to the women’s statements about Bad Bunny and appeared pleased to no longer maintain a professional connection with them.
“Two people who are not employed by Bravo anymore, so just…” he said.
Welsh actor Rhys Ifans was in his early 30s when he played Spike — the socially awkward flatmate, championing for his roommate to confess his love to an A-list actress — in the 1999 rom-com classic “Notting Hill.”
Rhys was amongst Hollywood’s biggest actors, like Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts. American actress Mischa Barton also made a cameo …
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Bargain shoppers, listen up! This weekend’s forecast is calling for major sales on top fashion brands (looking at you, Levi’s), and it’s all thanks to Amazon’s Presidents’ Day Sale. Though there’s technically still five weeks until spring, we can’t help but ready our closets with fresh denim, Hamptons-inspired dresses and rich-looking accessories. Considering this weekend-long sale includes ‘It’-girl fashion staples that are heavily marked down, it only makes sense to snap up these deals before they expire at midnight on February 16.
Below, I rounded up winter-to-spring fashion staples on sale at Amazon right now, including travel-ready matching sets, colorful tops and Katie Holmes–approved flats — starting at just $8. If you see your size, hit ‘add-to-cart’ before the limited-time sale ends in just a few short days. Ready, set, shop!
‘It’-Girl Fashion on Sale for Amazon’s Presidents’ Day Sale
1. Our Favorite: Worn by Jennifer Aniston, Taylor Swift and countless other celebs, Levi’s jeans are the epitome of cool-girl fashion. Don’t wait to grab the Ribcage Straight Jeans while they’re 30% off (your spring wardrobe will thank you later) — was $85, now $59!
2. Runner-up: Every season is ‘cozy season’ in my book, and there will always be a worthy reason to slip into these Ugg Goldenstar Clogs . . . like morning walks with the dog and quick coffee runs. If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to add the viral shoes to your cart, consider this your sign — was $130, now $90!
3. Everyday Essential: Refresh your loungewear collection with something a little more spring-forward, like this short-sleeve top and shorts set. The two-piece pick is loose and stretchy in all the right ways, providing delicate draping over the tummy for an fashionista-approved look — was $37, now $20!
4. Hamptons Boutique-Style: Spring is calling, and it wants you to grab this boutique-looking maxi dress that’s on sale. The gorgeous ruffle details and stunning colors will have everyone begging to know where you found this hidden gem — was $49, now $34!
5. ‘It’-Girl Sneaker Brand: You’ll quickly learn why Jennifer Garner is a major fan of Brooks sneakers once you slip into these cushioned kicks. Breathable, lightweight and super supportive, this is the shoe you’ll grab for European vacations, casual afternoon walks and everything in between — was $120, now $90!
When most people think about Presidents’ Day sales, they usually envision all the steep discounts on high-ticket items like furniture, appliances and top-tier tech. But if you ask Us, you’re doing yourself a big disservice if you put fashion deals on the back burner. . . especially now that Old Navy is slashing prices on […]
6. Designer-Style Bag: Jw Pei is loved among Bravo stars and A-list celebs alike for nailing high-end handbag designs without the sky-high price tag. This spacious shoulder bag nails rich mom elegance while adding a charming spring touch via the light canvas material. The tassel detail on the magnetic snap closure is the cherry on top — was $159, now $135!
7. Half-Off: This lightweight knit top screams ‘rich girl,’ and it’s the exact versatile layer to wear as we inch closer to spring. Style it under a blazer for in-office days now, then wear it alone with white jeans later — was $20, now $10!
8. Rich Mom Trench Coat: This Steve Madden trench coat hits right above the knee, striking the perfect balance between effortlessly elegant and practical. It’s warm enough to shield you from wind yet lightweight enough for sunnier afternoons — was $80, now $50!
9. Luxe Loungewear: Channel ‘It’-girl airport style in this soft mockneck lounge set with pockets. The wide-leg pants keep it loose (but not sloppy) while the mock neck top is lightweight yet warm enough for chilly outings — was $50, now $26!
10. East Coast Prep: If you love shopping at boutiques, this knitted cardigan with gold buttons will make you do a double take. While some cardigans can be overly slouchy, this pick maintains a structured, polished fit that makes it look straight out of Kate Middleton‘s closet — was $45, now $15!
11. Elevated Look: Want to refresh your style? Grab this dreamy denim vest that exudes rich-girl polish without trying too hard. Throw on white jeans, and you’ll have an instant cool-girl look — was $34, now $27!
12. Pilates Mom: This fuzzy fleece vest is just the thing I’d throw on with leggings and a long-sleeve top now, then with biker shorts once spring arrives. It’s the perfect lightweight layer to wear for morning walks or when you’re headed to a workout class, school drop-off — you name it — was $40, now $29!
13. Celeb-Approved: Ultimate cool-girl Katie Holmes has been known to wear this Mary Jane flats style on repeat. The woven design gives it a spring-forward freshness that’s just so darling — was $80, now $50!
14. Under $10: If you hate short-sleeve tops, this blue and white striped beauty will change your mind. The square neck is flattering on larger busts, while the sleeves delicately drape over the arms, leaving room to stretch and move around — was $20, now $8!
15. Last Chance: Tired of denim? Come spring, you’ll only want to wear this boho-style skirt. The high-waisted fit conceals the tummy and the flowy fit offers optimal airflow (you’re welcome) — was $30, now $15!
Rep. Jake Auchincloss
Politicians Are Chronically Online
Go Outside, Touch Grass!!!
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Representative Jake Auchincloss says politicians need to ditch their phones and get in touch with nature … telling us most are nice IRL — but they can get real nasty online.
We caught up with the the Democratic Congressman from Massachusetts on Capitol Hill earlier this week … and we asked him about the differences between politicians’ in-person and online personas.
Auchincloss tells us he got a device over Christmas that “bricks” his phone — basically making it a glorified paperweight — and, he thinks his fellows in the House and Senate should get similar tech to brick their own phones and go “touch grass.”
Rep. Auchincloss acknowledges social media is a useful mass communication tool — like newspapers and TV — but he still thinks face-to-face encounters lead to more understanding across political divides.
The congressman also defends most of his colleagues … claiming a vast majority are trying to govern correctly — but a small minority is ruining it for everyone.
Mr. Speaker, can we have Congress outside today?
The FBI has been blocked from accessing key evidence in the search for Savannah Guthrie’s missing mom, Nancy Guthrie, according to a new report.
A law enforcement official told Reuters on Thursday, February 12, that the FBI requested that the Pima County Sheriff’s Department send physical evidence — including a glove and other DNA — to the bureau’s national crime lab in Quantico, Virginia, for processing as their search for Nancy, 84, continues. Per the official, sheriff Chris Nanos has insisted on using a different lab in Florida, delaying the FBI in its ability to help the case.
Retired FBI agent Scott Curtis addressed the report on Thursday, telling Us Weekly, “Friction between the Sheriff’s Department and the FBI will not help matters.” Curtis is also “surprised” the FBI hasn’t taken over the case nearly two weeks after Nancy was reported missing.
Savannah’s mom was last seen in Arizona on January 31. Nanos previously told Us that there were some suspicious clues at Nancy’s home that pointed to a crime taking place.
The FBI is releasing new details in hopes of identifying a potential suspect in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s missing mom, Nancy Guthrie. “Today, the FBI is increasing its reward up to $100,000 for information leading to the location of Nancy Guthrie and/or the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in her disappearance,” FBI Phoenix […]
“I’ve been doing this for 50 years. When something doesn’t sit well, it doesn’t sit well,” he said earlier this month. “Something unusual at that house occurred that made us go, ‘Wow … something’s wrong here. Something doesn’t fit.’”
Savannah Guthrie and mom Nancy Courtesy of NBC News
Nanos emphasized that he didn’t want Nancy’s loved ones to “lose hope,” adding, “But in the same sense, just as there’s hope, there’s also things that point to us that say, ‘This lady’s in danger.’”
Savannah and her siblings, Annie and Camron Guthrie, have issued several emotional statements pleading for their mom’s safe return. Shortly before the deadline of an alleged ransom note was reached on Monday, February 9, Savannah confessed that her family was in an “hour of desperation.”
One day later, the FBI released surveillance footage and photos of an individual at Nancy’s home. The subject was seen wearing a mask and carrying a backpack, with what appeared to be a gun kept at their waist.
Investigators later told NBC Tucson affiliate KVOA on Wednesday, February 11, that black gloves were found during the search around Nancy’s home. The gloves were submitted for DNA analysis.
Authorities previously announced that $50,000 was being offered for information about Nancy’s abduction before doubling the amount.
Authorities are widening their search for Savannah Guthrie’s mom, Nancy Guthrie, after revealing law enforcement is investigating new leads. “Many of you observed an active presence at the Guthrie residences over the weekend. That activity will continue tonight and into tomorrow as part of the ongoing investigative process, including the expansion of the search and […]
“Today, the FBI is increasing its reward up to $100,000 for information leading to the location of Nancy Guthrie and/or the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in her disappearance,” read a statement shared by FBI Phoenix via social media on Thursday.
The post revealed that “new identifying details about the suspect” were able to be “confirmed after a forensic analysis of the doorbell camera footage by the FBI’s Operational Technology Division.”
“The suspect is described as a male, approximately 5’9” – 5’10” tall, with an average build. In the video, he is wearing a black, 25-liter ‘Ozark Trail Hiker Pack’ backpack,” the statement continued. “We hope this updated description will help concentrate the public tips we are receiving. Since February 1, 2026, the FBI has collected over 13,000 tips from the public related to this case.”
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Season 34 winner Robert Irwin is said to be in talks to host the new series, with thrice-winning pro Mark Ballas to serve as a potential judge.
In an Instagram video, Frankel reflected on what might’ve happened the night Nancy went missing, questioning whether someone close to Savannah could’ve been involved.
Nancy Guthrie has been missing for 12 days. Reports that she was missing first made headlines on Sunday, February 1, 2026. Since then, shocking ransom notes have emerged; however, Arizona law enforcement officials have continued to question the letters’ authenticity.
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Bethenny Frankel Shares Wild Theory About Missing Nancy Guthrie
To begin her video, Frankel mentioned that law enforcement officials have discussed the specifics of the ransom letter, noting that some of them were sent to local Arizona news stations. Continuing, Frankel mentioned how Savannah used to work in Arizona before questioning whether a spiteful ex-coworker could’ve had a hand in 84-year-old Nancy’s disappearance.
“So is it some competitive journalist that Savannah won, got the gig, broke out, and made all the big bucks, and that person has resentment and wants to get their payday that they deserve?” she asked. “I have not heard anything like that, and why does that type of thing sound logical to me?”
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Nancy Guthrie Was Taken From Her Home, Says Arizona Police
Arizona law enforcement officers have said that Nancy Guthrie was “taken from the home against her will, possibly in the middle of the night,” according to Page Six.
A spokesperson for the Pima County Sheriff’s Department added that they believe Nancy’s disappearance could be a “possible kidnapping or abduction.” They appeared to get ahead of any theories suggesting the older woman left the area on her own. “This is an elderly woman in her mid-80s who suffers from ailments… she couldn’t go 50 yards,” they added.
Additionally, Chris Nanos of the PCSD described Nancy as “sharp as a tack,” noting that she wasn’t the type to wander off because of her “physical limits.”
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Nancy Guthrie Ransom Letter Requested Millions In Bitcoin
Amid the search for Nancy, her potential captors have sent at least three ransom letters to different media outlets, according to an earlier report from The Blast.
JJ McKinnney of the Tucson ABC affiliate KGUN9 reported earlier that the ransom letters his studio received demanded payment of $6 million by Monday, February 9, at 5 PM local time.
Despite the demands, some experts and law enforcement officers aren’t convinced the ransom letters are real, with one former FBI agent noting one detail that stands out to him as odd.
In the ransom note, Nancy’s possible abductors requested the funds be sent in USD, leading Michael Harrigan to wonder whether the authors of the letter are even in the United States.
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“If you’re domestic, why would you ever put ‘USD?’ You put 6 million,” Harrigan said. “Why would you use that if you’re a domestic person? That points to somebody who might be potentially outside the country.”
Their insistence on the funds being sent in American currency also leads Harrigan to believe it could all be “a scam.”
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A Man Was Detained
According to NBC News, authorities released security photos and videos of a potential suspect in the investigation. The subject was seen wearing a mask, gloves, and a backpack. In the videos, they are shown messing with Nancy’s security footage the day she disappeared.
A man named Carlos Palazuelos was detained earlier this week in connection with the case but was later released. While speaking with the media, Palazuelos confirmed he was a delivery driver but couldn’t recall whether he’d delivered anything to Guthrie’s home.
In a public video, Savannah pleaded for help while also revealing her family was relying on their faith to get them through this storm. “We believe that somehow, some way, she is feeling these prayers and that God is lifting her even in this moment and in this darkest place,” she said.
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A White Tent Goes Up…
On Thursday, February 12, 2026, images of a white tent being erected at the front of Nancy Guthrie’s property went viral, prompting a flood of reactions.
It’s unclear exactly why the tent was set up, but NewsNation shared that forensic tents are usually erected to “protect and preserve evidence or to conceal a body, weapon, or other critical evidence.”
Karen Huger is out of jail and heading back to her Bravo roots, as she gears up to make her return to the “Real Housewives of Potomac” for the upcoming three-part reunion that begins on February 15.
However, before fans get to see her join Andy Cohen and her fellow cast mates, Huger stopped by the recently cancelled “Sherri” show to talk about her 6-month DUI sentence.
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Karen Huger Says She’s ‘Healed’ Following DUI Jail Sentence
Shepherd opened up the interview by complimenting Huger’s appearance, to which the reality star remarked that her outer appearance is due to now being “healed” from her decades-long battle with alcohol and prescription drug addiction.
“This is not a reflection of what God has done for me since I healed myself,” she told Shepherd.
When pressed about her actions leading to her jail sentence, Huger added, “No one should drink and drive. I was wrong. Okay. I was absolutely dead wrong. I’m so grateful no one was killed.”
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Huger States She Was Only Drunk On ‘RHOP’ Once On Camera
Huger then shifted to her “RHOP” cast mates and told Shepherd that the only time she was ever drunk on camera was during a gathering at Monique Samuels’ home, which fans of the show know is far from accurate, as Huger has been seen numerous times throughout the show’s 10 seasons being heavily intoxicated.
“Whether I return remains to be seen,” the reality star said of her future on the long-running Bravo hit, stopping short of confirming her season 11 full-time return, as contracts have yet to go out,
However, she did tell Shepherd why she decided against telling her cast mates about her jail time.
“I told them absolutely nothing,” she said. “Because they need a storyline, and I’m quite often it.”
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Karen Huger Previously Did A One-On-One Interview With Andy Cohen
During their February 1 sit-down interview in Huger’s home, Cohen asked her a myriad of questions about her life in jail, her history with addiction, and more.
However, fans were most shocked when she shared the current state of her marriage to husband Ray Huger.
Huger told Cohen that following her jail stint Ray, “has a totally different wife now,” and that currently their marriage is a “work-in-progress.”
“He has a stranger,” she continued. “Ray said that if, after I got the monkey off my back, and we decided not to be together, he could let me go. He wouldn’t want to let me go, but if, for some reason, we find out that we’ve done the best we could on this course, he would let me go.”
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Karen Huger And Wendy Osefo Have A ‘Brutal’ Showdown On ‘RHOP’ Reunion
During her recent appearance on “Watch What Happens Live,” cast member Stacey Rusch revealed that despite Huger’s happiness to be home, that didn’t stop her from verbally sparring with Osefo.
When Cohen presented her with a fan question of who Huger was the least excited to see at the reunion, Rusch promptly responded that it was Osefo, an encounter that she described as “brutal.” Cohen also quickly co-signed her recollection of what went down between the two, adding that “it was a lot.”
“RHOP” fans will recall that at the season 9 reunion last year, Huger taped a special video message for her castmates and thanked them as she was awaiting sentencing, but she notably left Osefo’s name out of her message.
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The bad blood has clearly lingered between them, and now fans will get to see just how bad things got between them at the reunion that was taped late last month.
The Dynamic On ‘RHOP’ Has Changed Since Huger Was Last A Member Of The Cast
In her absence, things among the ‘RHOP’ ladies have changed, as new cast members have been added and new alliances have been formed. When Huger was last on the show, newbies Angel Massie and Tia Glover, and former full-time cast member Monique Samuels, were not there.
Additionally, the white flag truce between Gizelle Bryant and Osefo was not nearly as evident as it is now. Then there is the dynamic between Rusch and most of the ladies, as she has been consistently accused of lying all season.
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